Dragon Dispatch
Week of April 1st- April 5th

Dragon Dispatch #2
B Week: August 26-August 30
**Reminder: There is no School next Monday, September 2nd in observance of Labor Day**
Hello Dragon Nation!
What an incredible start to the 2024-2025 school year! I'm truly grateful to be part of this vibrant community and to play a role in your child's educational journey.
Our first week with the students was nothing short of inspiring. It was heartwarming to see our Dragons eagerly return to school, ready to learn and grow. I was particularly impressed by how quickly they embraced our F.L.A.M.E. principles (Focus, Leadership, Attendance, Manners, and Excellence) across all areas of the school.
Your support and trust in our educational mission mean the world to us. It's a privilege to work alongside such dedicated families and students. Together, we're creating an environment where every Dragon can thrive and reach their full potential.
I look forward to a year filled with growth, achievement, and shared successes.
Respectfully,
Andy Schiefer, Principal
Attendance Matters!
1st Grades Reach 100%
Consistent attendance is the cornerstone of academic success. When students are present every day, they not only gain crucial knowledge and skills but also develop a sense of commitment and responsibility that serves them well beyond the classroom. We're thrilled to report that our Dragons have started the year with an exceptional commitment to attendance. In our first week, we achieved an impressive 97% attendance rate school-wide, with our 1st grade leading the way at a perfect 100%! This remarkable start sets a strong foundation for a year of learning and growth. Let's keep this momentum going and make every day count
Doors Open at 9am - Students will be marked Tardy after 9:10.
Drills and Safety Procedures
This week we will be practicing our safety drills. We do these drills to help students be prepared in the unlikely event of an emergency. This week we will be practicing Bus Evacuations and a Fire Drill. Do you have a plan in the event of an emergency at your home?
Join us this Thursday for our First Spirit Night
Sponsored by PTO and Standard Sweets
What's for Lunch?
Breakfast is Free; lunch costs $3.00.
Your student may qualify for free or reduced-price meals.
Please complete the meal benefit application.
PTO News
First PTO Meeting of the Year
September 11
5:30 DES Library
September's Spirit Night
September 17th
6pm-8pm
Charlotte Hall
Dragon Deals this Week
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