Tiger Tale

After an incredible 31-year teaching career—16 of which have been right here at Dewey—we are both celebrating and saying a heartfelt goodbye to our beloved second grade teacher, Mrs. Wanda Gardner. Throughout her career, Mrs. Gardner has taught every grade from kindergarten through sixth (except first!) and has left a lasting impact at each level. She shares that one of her favorite parts of being at Dewey has been the meaningful connections she’s made with students and families over the years. Seeing students grow—and having them return for visits—has brought her endless joy. Dewey has truly been a second home to her, and she will deeply miss the daily hugs and the rewarding experience of watching her students thrive.

As Mrs. Gardner heads into retirement, she’s excited for new adventures and the opportunity to spend more time with family and friends, travel, and enjoy her favorite hobbies—cooking, golfing, skiing, and reading. While we will miss her kind heart, warm smile, and incredible dedication, we are thrilled for her and all that lies ahead. Thank you, Mrs. Gardner, for everything—you will be deeply missed!

This week, our third through sixth grade students will begin the California Assessment of Student Performance and Progress (CAASPP). These annual state tests in English language arts and math help provide a clearer picture of each student’s academic progress and growth. The results allow us to better support students' learning in the classroom and help families support learning at home. We encourage all students to come to school well rested, eat a healthy breakfast, and arrive on time so they can do their very best. Thank you for your support!

Classes are filling up! There's still some room for incoming 3rd-6th graders!

When: June 23 -July 18 (no school July 4th)

Time: 8:30-12:30

Who: Incoming 1st-6th Grade Students

*breakfast and lunch will be provided

If you have any questions, please contact the Dewey office at (916) 971-7020 or email Jen Bagozzi or Sabrina Parsley at: jennifer.bagozzi@sanjuan.edu or sabrina.parsley@sanjuan.edu

Join Dewey's Team and register for the Fair Oaks Chicken Run! We hope you can join us for this worthwhile event. Click on the button below to join Team Dewey!

Welcome to the 44th annual Fair Oaks Chicken Run, supporting the San Juan Education Foundation! Choose the challenge of the 5-mile Chicken Run, or the non-competitive 2-mile Rooster Ramble run/walk. Plus, the Fair Oaks Chicken will lead the Chicken Chase Kids Race for children 12 & under - the best kids’ race around!

The San Juan Education Foundation harnesses the combined power of philanthropy and partnership to propel student achievement and enrich the lives of educators in support of their vision of a San Juan Unified School District where funding is not a barrier to equitable opportunity and access.

As you are traveling this spring, please keep in mind that Dewey collects all small toiletries that you may receive at your hotels (shampoo, conditioner, lotion, shower caps, soap, toothpaste, sewing kits, etc.). Please send your donations to the office or to Mrs. Ruswinkle in room 9. All items donated this year will be sent to the Wellspring Women and Children’s Shelter. Ask your friends and neighbors to save theirs too!

Thank you!

The Harry Dewey School Library is a fantastic hub for knowledge and exploration! We are so excited to see our student actively using the online catalog to research topics they love. Have you checked it out together yet? Explore here: https://dewey.sanjuan.edu/academics/library

Ready to up your earning potential? You can now earn Dewey Scrip (all funds go directly to your student's classroom, and during summer months directly to your students) in a brand new way -in addition to gift cards- simply by shopping online. Log in at RaiseRight.com or the mobile app [QR code] and select the new Shop Online tab to get started!

For more information contact Lilia Nardozzi at lilia.nardozzi@sanjuan.edu or text (916) 517-8366.

Please visit deweypfo.com for more information about ways to get involved, our PFO executive board and committee chairs, and an online store for Dewey merchandise!

April 23-25: Grizzly Creek field trip- 5th Grade

April 30: School Site Council

May 2: District Track Meet

May 7: Hamburger Farm field trip- 2nd Grade

May 7: Indian Grinding Rock field trip- 3rd Grade

May 9: Regency Park field trip- DHH students

May 13: River Cats field trip- 4th-6th Grades

May 15: TK/ Kinder Kickoff Parent Meeting

TK: 8:55-12:15

Kindergarten Early : 8:55-12:15

Kindergarten Late: 12:10-3:30

DHH/ASD Kindergarten: 8:55-12:55

*Thursdays: All Kindergarten students 8:55-12:15

1st -6th Grade: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday 8:55-3:30

*Thursdays: 1st-6th grade 8:55-2:15