As we are experiencing colder temperatures, I would like to remind everyone to encourage our students to wear proper clothing for cold weather. This includes winter coats, hats, gloves, and boots. District protocol states that students are to enjoy outdoor recess if the temperature is above 10 degrees. It's important for their comfort and health while they are outside to be properly dressed.

If you missed our Science Olympiad parent meeting, please reach out to the head coach Miss. Oppermann (megan.oppermann@uticak12.org).

December:

• 9th: Cluster Choir Concert @ IKE 7:00pm
• 10th: Running Club @ 8:00am
• 11th: DECO Meeting in the Media Center @ 6:00pm
• 11th: DECO Dine Out Fundraiser- Buffalo Wild Wings on 26 Mile Rd.
• 12th: Running Club @ 8:00am
• 18th: Bagel Day
• 18th: ATG Meeting @ 3:50pm
• 18th: 6th Grade Star Bucks Musical @ 7:00pm
• 18th: Last day to purchase yearbook!
• 20th: Half Day of School: Dismissal at 12:04pm - End of Marking Period
• 23rd- January 3, 2024: NO SCHOOL - Winter Break

January:

• 8th: ATG Meeting @ 3:50pm
• 13th: Student Council Meeting @ 8am
• 15th: Yearbook Group Picture Day
• 15th: Bagel Day
• 16th: DECO Meeting in the Media Center @ 6:00pm
• 17th: DECO Family Bowling Night @6pm
• 20th: NO SCHOOL - Martin Luther King Jr. Day
• 29th: ATG Meeting @ 3:50pm
• 31st: Rink Night @5pm

February:

• 5th: Kindergarten Open House @ 7:00pm
• 7th: DECO Mother-Son Event @6pm
• 10th: Student Council Meeting @ 8am
• 12th: Bagel Day
• 12th: ATG Meeting @ 3:50pm
• 12th: DECO Meeting in the Media Center @ 6:00pm
• 17th-21st: NO SCHOOL - Mid-Winter Break
• 17th-18th: Kalahari Night
• 26th: Rink Night @5:30pm

March:

• 5th: ATG Meeting @ 3:50pm
• 12th: DECO Meeting in the Media Center @ 6:00pm
• 17th: Student Council Meeting @ 8am
• 21st: Half Day of School - End of Marking Period
• 24th - 28th: NO SCHOOL - Spring Break

April:

• 4th: DECO Sweetheart Dance @ 6:00pm
• 9th: DECO Meeting in the Media Center @ 6:00pm
• 18th: NO SCHOOL - Good Friday
  
• 30th: Rink Night @5:30pm

May

• 8th: DECO Meeting in the Media Center @ 6:00pm
• 15th: Author's and Artist @ 5:00pm
• 26th: NO SCHOOL - Memorial Day
• 30th: Duncan Fest @ 5:00pm

June:

• 4th: Bagel Day
• 10th: Half Day of School - Dismissal at 12:04pm
• 11th: Half Day of School - Dismissal at 12:04pm - LAST DAY!

Job Opportunities for the 2024-2025 School Year

A number of Utica Community Schools employment opportunities are anticipated to be available for the 2024-2025 school year. This includes but is not limited to professional positions, paraprofessional, bus driver, food services, school age childcare, trades, mechanics, and other important support work. District personnel serve as excellent ambassadors for the organization and are encouraged to promote the UCS employment website to persons interested in being part of the UCS team. Related resources include:

1. The district general employment website can be found at https://uticak12.tedk12.com/hire/index.aspx. Interested persons must follow the described process for each position.
2. In addition to the general employment website, some position postings are additionally and/or separately distributed internally within the organization to promote or foster interest from existing staff who may not be regularly reviewing the website.
3. EDUStaff opportunities please visit https://www.edustaff.org/.

The Community at Richard J. Duncan Elementary School is devoted to academic excellence. Sound instructional strategies will provide our students with a foundation of skills that will prepare them for lifelong achievement in a global society.

Mrs. Jodi Pfeifer - Principal

Mrs. Amy Mujkic - Assistant Principal

Mrs. Kelly Salter - Administrative Assistant

Mrs. Joanne Giannone - Clerk

School Hours: 9:00am - 3:50pm (Doors Open at 8:50am)

Half Day Hours: 9:00 am - 12:04pm

Office Hours: 8:30am - 4:30pm

Website: Duncan Elementary / Homepage (schoolwires.net)