As November creeps around the corner, we have so many upcoming opportunities to connect with our community, our families and most importantly each other!

Check out the Fall Spirit Day (Oct 31), November Spirit Week, Veterans Flagpole Invitation (please invite your families!) and other November events!

See below for additional events and campus updates.

Thank you for participating in our spirit days while also following district dress code policy :)

The students and staff at Legend Springs are honored to celebrate all active service members, veterans, first responders, and their families.

Join us for Heroes Breakfast @ 8:30AM. Then transition to flagpole at 9 AM for celebrations including songs and special guest recognition.

**Please invite Veterans, Active Military & First Responder family and friends to be honored at this special event!

We would like to showcase photos of our heroes at our Veterans Flagpole event on Friday, Nov 8th. Please print this PDF or pick up a form in the front office, attach a photo with the completed information, and send back to the office by Wednesday, Nov 6th. We look forward to honoring our heroes past and present!

Hear from current DVUSD students the myths and facts about how the Bond & Override impact our schools. Watch and see if you think the myths are fact or BUSTED 💡

Below is a list of key dates to note for October & November

• Oct 30-31: Fall Parties (Grade Levels communicating times/dates)

• Nov 1, 8, 22: Friday 2:00PM Release (Teacher Training & PLC Days)
  

• Nov 5: Election Day!

• Nov 6: Kindergarten Preview Night @ 4:30PM -- calling all future leopards to attend!!

• Nov 6: 6th Grade Band to Hillcrest - Falcon Feeder Night Performance @ 4:45PM

• Nov 8: Veterans Day Flagpole Ceremony & Breakfast (all invited) -

• Breakfast @ 8:30 + Ceremony @ 9:10

• Nov 11: NO SCHOOL MONDAY- Veterans Day Holiday

• Nov 14: Hillcrest Renaissance Tour Night @ 6:00PM

• Nov 15: Full Day Friday 3:30PM Release

• Nov 23: Annual LS TURKEY TROT & TOY DRIVE

• Nov 25-29: NO SCHOOL Thanksgiving Break

As a reminder, gates open at 8:30AM. Learning begins promptly at 8:45AM. Please have your children dropped off prior to 8:42AM to ensure they have time to walk to class and be ready to learn at 8:45AM.

Our 6th grade band students are invited to perform in a group band night at Hillcrest Middle School on Wednesday, November 6th! Students from Copper Creek, Desert Sage Las Brisas and Legend Springs will be joining. The Hillcrest Middle School band will also be performing. Mr. Leverage, the Hillcrest Band Director, is hosting this event so that our 6th grade band students can start to get comfortable with the idea of moving schools next year. They will know they have a place in his program and get a taste of the experience for next year. Click here to register, or reach out to our band director at: Katherine.McClellan@dvusd.org

• Last date to register to vote - October 7, 2024

• First date to vote by early ballot - October 9, 2024

• Last date to request early ballot - October 25, 2024

• Deadline to Vote Early In-Person - November 1, 2024

• Election day - November 5, 2024

The Legend Springs Parent Teacher Organization (PTO) is a group of parents, teachers, community members and friends who are all about supporting our school, staff and students at Legend Springs Elementary. We are a 501(c)(3) organization that raises funds to supplement school improvements, pay for learning apps that all students use, show appreciation to our teachers and staff and, of course, host fun events that bring together the Leopard Community!

We believe that, together, we can make a positive impact on our children's school and education. We partner with the school and administration and have similar goals - the students are our #1 priority!

What is a PLC?

A Professional Learning Community (PLC) is a collaborative approach to professional development where educators work together to improve their teaching skills and the academic performance of their students. Within a PLC, teachers regularly meet to discuss and analyze student performance data, share teaching strategies, and develop interventions to address any learning gaps. The core idea is to foster a culture of continuous improvement and collective responsibility for student success.

Why Do We Have Early Release for PLC Time?

Early release days are scheduled to provide our teachers with dedicated time to engage in PLC activities without the distraction of other school responsibilities. This uninterrupted time is essential for effective collaboration and planning. Here are some key reasons for this:

1. Focused Collaboration: Teachers can work together to analyze student data, identify learning trends, and develop targeted strategies to support each student's academic growth.

2. Professional Development: PLC time allows teachers to share best practices, attend training sessions, and stay current with educational research and methodologies.

3. Consistency and Continuity: Regularly scheduled PLC time ensures that collaborative efforts are ongoing and consistent, which is crucial for long-term improvement in teaching and learning.

4. Improved Student Outcomes: Research shows that schools with strong PLCs tend to see higher student achievement. By investing time in professional collaboration, we are directly investing in our students' success.

PreK-6 Elementary school in DVUSD. A+ School of Excellence. STEM, PE, Music & Art specials offered to EVERY STUDENT EVERY WEEK. Check out our website & follow us on social media to stay up-to-date on programs, events, staff info, curriculum and more.

Website: legendsprings.dvusd.org
Location: 21150 North Arrowhead Loop Road, Glendale, AZ, USA
Phone: 623-376-4500
Facebook: facebook.com/legendsprings

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/legend.springs/
X (formerly Twitter): @legendsprings