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Doyle Weekly Newsletter

May 5 - 9

Doyle WeeklyNewsletterMay 5 - 9

A Message from Admin

Dear Doyle Families,

Next week, we begin CAASPP testing for our 3rd–5th grade students. We want to remind everyone how important it is for students to arrive on time so we can maintain a calm, focused testing environment without disruptions. Thank you for your help with setting up our students for success each morning.

These assessments are one way for us to see how our students are progressing academically, and they give us useful information about areas where they shine and where they may need support. But it’s just one measure—and it doesn’t tell the whole story.

These tests don’t know your child the way we do.

They don’t know that your child speaks more than one language, or that they play an instrument, dance, or create amazing art. The tests don’t see how your child makes others laugh, tells thoughtful stories, or helps care for siblings at home. They don’t capture how kind, curious, hard-working, or resilient your child is, how they lift up their friends, ask big questions, or try their best every single day.

At Doyle, we know and celebrate all of these things. Your child is so much more than a test score, and we are so proud of who they are and how they are growing.

We encourage all of our students to do their best over the next two weeks of testing. We know they are well prepared and ready to show what they know.

Next week is also Teacher Appreciation Week, and we’re excited to take time to recognize our incredible educators who show up every day with dedication, heart, and a deep commitment to our students. We hope you’ll join us in celebrating all that they do.

Thank you for being such a strong and caring part of our Doyle community. We’re grateful for your partnership as we move into this important and joyful stretch of the school year.

Proud to be a Dolphin,

Armando and Kristy

Teacher & Staff Appreciation Week 5/5 - 5/9

It's Teacher and Staff Appreciation week!



Some of our teachers have wish lists of supplies and items that will directly support our students and community! Check out the wish lists below.

UTK-5 Blacktop Assembly 5/5

Our last blacktop assembly of the school year - Monday, May 5th at 7:40 am on the blacktop


Parents are welcome to attend! We ask that all visitors stand along the perimeter of the class lines to ensure all students can see/hear the content best.

Kindergarten Grad Photos 5/5

Mark your calendars! All kindergarten students will take Kinder Grad Photos on Monday May 5th


There will be no make-ups for this portrait day. If your student is absent, be sure to contact Gerardy Photography to ask about setting up a studio visit!

End of Year - Computer Information

  • All students in Grades UTK-1st should not take Chromebooks home over the summer. They are expected to remain at school.
  • All students in grades 2-5 that are staying in the San Diego Unified School District should take their Chromebooks home over the summer and bring it back in August.
    • 5th grade students going into middle school should take their Chromebook with them to 6th grade. The middle school will exchange their charger & computer for a new one.
  • All students in grades 2-5 that are leaving the San Diego Unified School District should leave the Chromebook and charger with their teacher before leaving.

CAASPP Testing for 3rd-5th Graders Starts this week!

Students in grades 3-5 will participate in the California Assessment of Student Performance and Progress (CAASPP) this month from May 6th – May 15th. Doyle students will complete their testing on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 8am-10am.


The most important thing you can do to set your student up for success is be sure they get a good night's sleep, eat a good breakfast, and arrive on time every day. Students who arrive late will take their test during a make-up session as there are no interruptions in the classroom once the test has begun.

Summer Academic Program

There are a handful of summer sites with available seats (**NOTE - SPRECKELS IS NOT ONE OF THEM).


If you are interested in enrolling your student for the summer academic program, fill out the GOOGLE FORM to express interest before Monday, May 5th at 3pm. Summer PrimeTime is at capacity. The Google Form is for the academic program (8am - 12pm) only.


More information about the summer program here: https://www.sdusdelo.com/summer-academic


If you have any questions, please feel free to visit our Extended Learning Opportunities website or contact us at elo@sandi.net or 858-810-7310. Please do not direct them to the Doyle front office.

5th Grade Promotion - SAVE THE DATE

Save the date!


5th grade promotion on Thursday, May 29th at 11:15 am on the Doyle Blacktop.


Front gate will open at 11:00 am. Seating is limited, so arrive early.


If you have balloons, please stand/sit in the back of the seating area.

Annual Doyle International Festival - May 16th

You won't want to miss our annual Doyle International Festival on May 16th at 4:00 pm on the Doyle Blacktop! We will have many booths hosted by families to share special treats and facts from their home countries, Science Fiction Coalition, San Diego Yokohama Sister Cities Society, Sumo Wrestling, and more!


Great food & desserts sold by Tiger Sticks, Taquiza's Jose, Kona Ice, and Handel's Ice Cream!


It's going to be a great time!

No Play Structures Before or After School

Friendly Reminder that students should not be on the play structures before or after school. Safety is our #1 priority and we take great pride in providing a safe environment throughout the entire school day.

Families, please help us by ensuring your children are not on the play structures before and after school. Your support makes a big difference in keeping everyone safe and supervised!

Students Leaving Early

Attendance is important! We understand there are times when appointments cannot be made outside of school hours. When this happens, please make sure to follow the below steps.

  1. Come to the front office with your picture ID
  2. Sign the required slip to take your student early
  3. The office will call your students classroom and ask them to walk to the office (note: UTK students will be escorted by a staff member)


IMPORTANT NOTE: if you request that your student be in the office waiting when you arrive, we do our very best to have them ready in the office, but please understand that this is not always a possibility. We appreciate your understanding.

Reporting Absences

Attendance is important! We strongly encourage all vacations and appointments to be scheduled around school days/times. However, we understand...life happens!


If your student is going to be absent, please inform the front office using one of the below methods:


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