The PawPrint
September 30, 2012
Health Screening Volunteers Needed - Wednesday, Oct 24 medical bag
  
Health screening will consists of vision / hearing testing for children in 1st through 5th Grade on Wednesday, October 24th.  (Pre-K and Kindergarten students have already been screened.)
 
Screening will begin at 9:00 am and we are estimating that it will conclude around 2:00 pm.
 
For more information, click here.
Dbacks Game Night!

 



I took our second grader to the Desert Canyon fundraiser Dbacks game against The Chicago Cubs...we had a blast!

The lower deck outfield seats were amazing...we had 2 Dbacks home run balls fall into our section. Sitting by and having fun with our DC friends and families was icing on the cake!

My only regret? Not having the whole family there with us...next year we'll all be there!
Dine with Your Teacher in October!
      
We have two teacher filled nights of fun, dining & fundraising to put on your schedule.
 
"McTeacher Night"
McDonalds, 101 & FLW location
Wednesday, October 10
4:30-7:30 PM 

 
"Neighborhood Night"
Wildflower Bread Company, 101 & FLW location
Wednesday, October 24
4:30-7:30 PM
 
Just a few of the special guest teachers you will see are Mrs. Chapman, Mrs. Karr, Mrs. Moore, Mrs. Roach, Mrs. Robinson, Mrs. Suderman, and Mr. Rantala
 
As we get closer we will send out a full schedule with times so you can make sure to know when your teachers will be where!
 
Just remember mention you are with DCES and 15% of the proceeds go back to the DCES PTO.
 
Holiday Boutique Scheduled for November 29th


   
The Holiday Boutique has been scheduled for November 29th at McDowell Center (same location as last year) and any interested vendors should contact Dana Neuhausen or Laurie Carroll.    
DMHS Annual Fall Cheer Camp

October 16, 17, & 18  
The Desert Mountain High School Varisty Cheer Booster Club is excited to be hosting its annual Fall cheer camp on Tuesday, October 16 - Thursday, October 18.  The camp is for ages 5 to 13 from 9am to 12pm.  For more information on location, registration fees, click here.    
On November 6 SUSD
voters will be asked to vote on the SUSD 15% M&O Override Vote Yes
  
The Governing Board of the District has called a special budget override election to be held on November 6, 2012 to request voter authorization to exceed the Maintenance and Operation Budget by 15% of the revenue control limit to fund existing programs.  The increase authorized by this election shall be funded from a levy of taxes on the taxable property within the District.  This is a continuation of the existing 5% and 10% budget override authorities, with an expansion of the 5% budget override as authorized by State law. 
The funds raised support the needs of student's kindergarten through twelve as follows:
  • Maintain All-Day Kindergarten.
  • Lower student teacher ratios.
  • Provide opportunities for students to deepen their understanding of the arts, world languages, and participate in Athletic and Co-curricular Activities.
  • Allow Students to deepen their knowledge of academics by using technology as a learning tool.
  • Elective course opportunities that are interest based and aligned with 21st Century Standards.
  • Middle School structure that supports team building, mentoring, connection with adult advocates, study and organizational skills, and goal setting.
  • Provide for Staff Professional Learning.
To learn more visit http://yestochildren.org/ 
Parent Drop-off/Pick-up Lane
girl in car
 
Thank you to the parents that have volunteered to assist the teachers get the kids safely in and out of their cars throughout this school year.

 

The morning shift is from 8:15-8:45 and the afternoon shift is from 3:10 to 3:30.   

 

Upcoming Class Rotation Schedule:
  • Week of 10/1-Victor (10/3 early release with pm shift starting at 12:05 pm)
  • Week of 10/8-Harris
  • Week of 10/15-FALL BREAK-No Volunteers needed
  • Week of 10/22-Hooley
  • Week of 10/29-Neifert
Thank You Fall Fest
Sponsors & Donors!
 
We are well on our way to having a successful Fall Fest.  Many thanks for your support.

DCES Community, please take a moment to find out a little more about the individuals and business that continuously support our school.
 
 
 
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Mountain Ranch Road
Scottsdale, Arizona 85255
main office: (480) 484-1700

 

In This Issue
DMHS Fall Cheer Camp
Dback Game Night!
Dine with Your Teacher
Holiday Boutique
DMHS Fall Cheer Camp
Vote for M&O Override
Parent Drop-off/Pick-up Lane
Fall Fest Sponsors/Donors
 
Dates to Remember
Backpack Flyers

Interested in joining Girls Scouts,  Flag Football, a club, etc?  Wonder what special events are going on this month?
 
Please check out the available flyers on the classes, arts, sports, clubs and special events going on within our community using the links below.
PawPrint Submissions

DCES PTO is proud to present this weekly parent-sponsored, volunteer-powered newsletter to our community. Please click here for more detailed information on how to post your submission to the DCES PTO website.