Duncan Dispatch

On behalf of the entire staff, we want to extend a heartfelt thank you for the incredible outpouring of appreciation and kindness during Teacher Appreciation Week. From the thoughtful notes and generous treats to the beautifully organized events and surprises, you truly made us feel valued and celebrated.

Your support reminds us why we love what we do each day, teaching and caring for your wonderful children. We are so grateful to be part of a community that goes above and beyond to recognize the work that happens in our classrooms.

Thank you for making this week so special. Your generosity and encouragement mean more than words can express.

💖👨🏻‍🚀💙

Mrs. Pfeifer

Mrs. Mujkic

May

• 14th: Bagel Day
• 14th: Variety Show Tryouts
• 15th: DECO Meeting in the Media Center @ 4:15pm
• 17th: Duncan Family Night at Jimmy Johns Field
• 23rd: SPIRIT DAY- All American Day. Wear your red, white, and blue.
• 26th: NO SCHOOL - Memorial Day
• 30th: SPIRIT DAY- Carnival Day. Wear your favorite Duncan Apparel.
• 30th: Duncan Fest @ 5:00pm

June:

• 4th: Bagel Day
• 5th: Field Day
• 6th: Variety Show
• 10th: Half Day of School - Dismissal at 12:04pm
• 10th: Sixth Grade Graduation @ 9:15am
• 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)