Dyer Kelly Elementary School
Week of October 11, 2026
Picture Make-Up Day — Monday, October 12
Monday, October 12 is Picture Make-Up Day!
This is for students who:
Were absent on the first Picture Day.
Had their picture taken but would like a new one.
If you are happy with your child's first picture, you do not need to do anything.
Come ready to smile, Dragons!
School Site Council Meeting — Thursday, October 15 • 4:00–5:00 PM
Join us for our next School Site Council meeting on Thursday, October 15 from 4:00–5:00 PM.
School Site Council gives families and staff a voice in our school. We talk about school goals, student needs, programs, and how school funding is used to help our students.
Daycare will be provided.
We would love to have you join us and share your voice!
Earthquake and Fire Drill — Thursday, October 15
On Thursday, October 15, Dyer Kelly will have an earthquake drill and a fire drill.
These drills help our students and staff practice what to do during an emergency.
Students will practice staying calm, listening to their teachers, and following safety directions.
These are only practice drills. There is no emergency.
Families Matter Conference — Saturday, October 17
All families are invited to the Families Matter Conference!
Date: Saturday, October 17
Time: 9:00 AM–1:30 PM
Location: Will Rogers Middle School, 4924 Dewey Dr., Fair Oaks
Come learn ways to help your child succeed in school. There will be workshops on reading, math, behavior, mental health, and more!
Free lunch, childcare activities for ages 3 and older, and translation support will be provided. Families can also enjoy fun activities and prizes!
Click the button below to register for the conference!
Progress Reports Available — October 12
Progress reports will be available in the Parent Portal beginning Monday, October 12.
Progress reports are for students who are currently working below grade-level standards in their classes.
These reports help you see how your student is doing before report cards come out. This gives you time to work with your child's teacher and help your child improve.
The first trimester ends November 10.
Please check your Parent Portal to see if your child has a progress report.
Breakfast Ends at 7:35 AM
Beginning this week, students must be inside the cafeteria by 7:35 AM to eat breakfast.
We have too many students arriving late for breakfast, which keeps the cafeteria full when class begins at 7:45 AM. This is causing students to be late to class.
If your child eats breakfast at school, please arrive a little earlier so they have enough time to eat and get to class on time.
Thank you for helping our Dragons start their day ready to learn!
After-Hours Campus Safety
For the safety of our students and our school, no one should enter the secured Dyer Kelly campus after it has closed for the day. This includes climbing or jumping over gates. There is no staff supervision after hours.
If you see someone entering the secured campus after hours, please call the non-emergency number at 916-874-5115.
Thank you for helping us keep our students and campus safe.
Hispanic Heritage Month
Hispanic Heritage Month is celebrated from September 15–October 15. It is a time to celebrate the history, cultures, and contributions of Hispanic and Latino communities.
At Dyer-Kelly, we celebrate the many cultures and backgrounds that make our school community strong. Everyone belongs at Dyer-Kelly!
Family Education & Engagement
Our district offers a variety of family education and engagement opportunities including workshops, conferences, newsletters, volunteering and more! Explore the tabs, calendar and content below for details.
Volunteer at Dyer-Kelly!
Want to get involved at Dyer-Kelly? We would love to have you!
Volunteers can support our students in many ways, including helping with reading, academics, classrooms, and school activities. Even a little of your time can make a difference for our Dragons.
All volunteers must complete the district’s volunteer verification process before volunteering at school.
Click below to begin your Volunteer Verification.
Reporting Student Absences
Please remember to clear all absences if your student is absent. You can choose which method to report an absence:
Call the Attendance Line: 916-979-8310
Grade
Teacher’s Name
Reason for Absence
Student's First and Last Name
In your message, please include:
Report on Our Website: Visit our Dyer Kelly webpage at www.sanjuan.edu/dyerkelly.
Speak to a Person: Call the school office directly at 916-971-7150.
Thank you for helping us keep our records up-to-date!
Principal's Message
Dear Dyer Kelly Families,
What a great day we had last Wednesday! Our October 7 Attendance Lunch Party was a success, and we had only 18 students absent from school! Our Dragons enjoyed Otter Pops, tattoos, music, and dancing!
A big thank you to our families for getting your children to school and making attendance a priority. Every day matters! When students are at school and on time, they have more opportunities to learn.
If your child is absent, please remember to call our school office and let us know why. This helps us keep our attendance records correct.
Picture Make-Up Day — Monday, October 12
Monday, October 12 is Picture Make-Up Day. If your child missed the first Picture Day or you would like a new picture taken, this is their opportunity.
Earthquake and Fire Drill — Thursday, October 15
We will have an earthquake and fire drill on Thursday, October 15. These are practice drills to help our students and staff know what to do during an emergency. Please remind your child to stay calm, listen to their teacher, and follow directions.
School Site Council — Thursday, October 15
Our next School Site Council meeting is Thursday, October 15, from 4:00–5:00 PM.
This is an opportunity for families to share ideas and learn about our school goals, student needs, and how school funding is used to support our Dragons.
Daycare will be provided. We would love to see more families involved!
Thank you again, families, for your support and for helping us make Dyer Kelly a great place for our Dragons. Let's keep it going!
Strength in Numbers!
Jamal Hicks
Principal