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Parent Newsletter
March 2024
Look at how smart we've become!
The 4th quarter is always a super busy time of year. All of the hard work that has been put in throughout the year by our students and staff gets to be proudly put on display.
State testing runs from April 1-26. All third, fourth, and fifth graders will take the Arizona's Academic Standards Assessment (AASA) testing in reading, writing, and math. Fifth grade will also take the science assessment. School letter grades are determined by the results on theses assessments.
Kindergarten through 3rd grade students will show off their reading skills when they take the DIBELS assessment April 1st-19th. The test measures their knowledge of letter sounds, reading fluency, and comprehension. It is always amazing to see how much our students have grown in their reading skills since the beginning of the school year.
Our teachers will be honored during Teacher Appreciation Week May 6-10. PTO will reach out and let families know how they can help.
The event of the year will take place on Wednesday, May 15, when our students will proudly present their personal research projects at our annual Student Showcase. Last year's projects were amazing and this year's promise to be even better!
Remember that learning doesn't stop during the last quarter. Our students just continue to get smarter and smarter!
Sincerely,
Mrs. Chandler
Tax Credit Donations
- Did you know that Arizona families can donate to their local schools and receive a tax credit? Those who are married and file jointly can receive credit for up to $400, while those who file individually can receive credit for up to $200. Donation money can be used for things such as equipment, fine arts, extracurricular activities, and field trips. Donations can be made at the link below.
March Character Strong Focus
Cooperation is working together to reach shared goals.
Wish List
- Hand soap
- Weekly Prizes--Small prizes to be used for our weekly PBIS drawing for students who earn Panther Paws. We will accept anything! Past donations have included party favors, markers, stickers, coupons for free items/food at local businesses, and dollar store items.
- Books--New and gently used books for our Sharing Library in the office. This year five names will be called every month at our assembly. These students will get to pick a book of their very own to keep.
- Bags--Plastic grocery bags for the Health Office.
2024-2025 Registration
Coming Events
3/8--No School--Grading Day
3/11-3/15--No School--Spring Break
3/18 @ 5:00--PTO Meeting
3/20--No School--District Professional Learning Day for Staff
3/26 @ 1:00--March Assembly
3/29--No School--Spring Holiday
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Dunham Elementary School
Mission Statement
Our mission is to be an all inclusive community engaged in a positive and enriched learning environment where we focus on student success.
Vision Statement
All students will be prepared for life-long learning and future endeavors.
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Location: 9850 East 29th Street, Tucson, AZ, USA
Phone: 520-731-4200
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