Dyer Kelly Elementary School
Week of November 10, 2024
No School on Monday, November 11th
There will be no school on Monday, November 11th, for Veterans Day. We thank all veterans for their service. See you back at school on Tuesday!
ELAC Meeting November 13th 4pm to 5pm
We invite all parents to join us for our next ELAC (English Learner Advisory Committee) meeting on Wednesday, November 13th, from 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm.
The purpose of ELAC is to support families of students who are learning English. We discuss ways to help English learners succeed in school and provide updates on programs and resources that benefit our students. Your input and ideas are very important to us!
We hope to see you there!
No School Friday November 15th
Cold & Flu Season Reminder
With cold and flu season coming up, please keep your student home if they have:
- A fever of 100.4°F or higher (without medication)
- More than one episode of vomiting or diarrhea
- Difficulty participating in school due to loss of appetite, frequent coughing/sneezing, severe sore throat, extreme tiredness, or if they have a headache, stomach ache, or rash along with a sore throat
- Any itchy, scaly rash (check with a doctor first)
- Yellow or green discharge from eyes, ears, or nose
- Pink eye (red, puffy, itchy) – a doctor’s clearance is required
24-Hour Rule:
- Fever-free for 24 hours without medication
- No vomiting or diarrhea for 24 hours
- 24 hours after the first dose of antibiotics
Thank you for helping us keep our school healthy!
School Site Council Meeting Thursday November 14 2:30-3:30
Join us for our School Site Council Meeting on Thursday, November 14th, from 2:30-3:30 PM in Room B109. We value your input and want to hear your voice on important school matters.
We hope to see you there!
Parent-Teacher Conferences Begin the Week of November 18th
Parent-Teacher conferences will be held from November 18th to November 22nd. This is a great chance for us to talk about how your child is doing in school. Your child's teacher will contact you soon to set up a meeting.
Please note: School will end early at 10:55 AM on these days.
Reporting Student Absences
Please remember to clear all absences if your student is absent. You can choose which method to report an absence:
Call the Attendance Line: 916-979-8310
- In your message, please include:
- Student's First and Last Name
- Grade
- Teacher’s Name
- Reason for Absence
- In your message, please include:
Report on Our Website: Visit our Dyer Kelly webpage at www.sanjuan.edu/dyerkelly.
Speak to a Person: Call the school office directly at 916-971-7150.
Thank you for helping us keep our records up-to-date!
Lost and Found Reminder
Any clothing still unclaimed after Friday, November 22nd, will be donated to Deseret Thrift Store. Thank you for helping us clear out the Lost and Found!
Dyer Kelly Talent Showcase! Talent show December 17th and December 18th
Do you have a special talent? Can you sing, dance, tell jokes, or perform magic tricks? We want students and staff to show off their talents to the Dyer Kelly family!
We will be hosting a Talent Showcase on December 17th & 18th during two school assemblies. If you're interested in participating, please fill out the form at the bottom to get an audition date.
Auditions will be to make sure you have a prepared performance and that it is appropriate for school.
We can’t wait to see your talents!
Upcoming After-Hours Volunteer Fingerprinting Clinic
In an effort to accommodate schedules for our working community, we are happy to host monthly after-hours volunteer fingerprint clinics at the district office board room (3738 Walnut Avenue, Carmichael) from 5 to 6:30 p.m. on the following dates:
Thursday, Nov. 14
Thursday, Dec. 5
A valid photo ID is required. Verification forms must be completed before fingerprinting. Forms can be found at www.sanjuan.edu/volunteer.
Appointments are available during business hours at the district office. To schedule an appointment online, visit www.sanjuan.edu/fingerprint.
Have questions? Contact the Family and Community Engagement office at (916) 971-7935.
Drop off and pick up Instructions
Drop-Off and Pick-Up Instructions
Drop-Off:
We start serving breakfast at 7:15 AM. Please remember that there is no supervision for your child before this time. Drop off your child in the big parking lot. Make sure to pull forward and to the right of the curb. Please stay in your car and do not leave your vehicle.Pick-Up for Grades 2nd through 5th:
Pick up your child in the big parking lot. Again, please stay in your car and do not leave it unattended. An adult will be there to help your child get to your car safely.Pick-Up for Grades Kinder and 1st:
Pick up your child in the small parking lot. Please stay in your car and pull forward. Listen to the adults guiding you.
Thank you for your cooperation!
Bell Schedule
Breakfast begins daily at 7:15 am. No students may be on campus before this time. We stop serving breakfast at 7:40 am
School begins daily at 7:45 am.
School ends Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday at 2:10 pm.
School ends on Thursday at 12:55 pm.
AM Kindergarten
School begins daily at 7:45 am. School ends at 11:10 am
PM Kindergarten
School begins at 10:30 am. School ends at 2:10 pm
PM Kindergarten on Thursdays
School begins at 10:30 am. School ends at 12:55pm
Principal's Message
Dear Dyer Kelly Families,
We have a lot happening this week!
No School on Monday, November 11th – In honor of Veterans Day, there will be no school. Thank you to all veterans for their service!
ELAC Meeting on November 13th – Join us for our English Learner Advisory Committee meeting on Wednesday, November 13th, from 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm.
School Site Council Meeting on November 14th – We’ll have our School Site Council meeting on Thursday, November 14th, from 2:30 pm to 3:30 pm.
Teacher Workday on Friday, November 15th – There will be no school for students on Friday, November 15th, as teachers will be preparing for the upcoming parent-teacher conferences.
Parent-Teacher Conferences Begin the Week of November 18th – We are excited to meet with each of you to discuss your child’s progress! Conferences are a great way to connect and support our students.
Thank you for your continued support. Let’s have another great week together!
Upcoming Events
Veterans Day-No School November 11th
ELAC Meeting-November 13th 4pm-5pm
School Site Council-November 14th 2:30-3:30
NO School-November 15th
Parent Teacher Conferences-November 18th-November 22nd