The Demon
From the Desk of Mrs. Elroy
A Note from Mrs. Elroy
Dear Students, Families, and Community,
Welcome to the start of the 2026–2027 school year! I couldn't be more thrilled to see our hallways filled once again with smiling faces, vibrant energy, and the wonderful sound of our school community reuniting. A new academic year opens the door to endless possibilities, and our dedicated staff has been working tirelessly to prepare for an inspiring year ahead.
This year, we are building every part of our journey around our school theme: LIVE RED!
To us, Living RED is a daily commitment to show up as our best selves. Together, we will:
Lead with intention and kindness.
Include everyone, ensuring every voice matters.
Value effort and growth over perfection.
Excel in every endeavor we take on.
Represent our school community with pride and respect.
Elevate those around us at every opportunity.
Demonstrate strong character in every choice we make.
Anchoring our "Live Red" spirit are our core values: teamwork, kindness, integrity, leadership, and perseverance. When we lean into these principles as a team, there is truly no limit to what our students can accomplish.
Thank you for your trust, partnership, and for sharing your wonderful children with us. To keep you connected with everything happening on campus, I will be sending out this newsletter on a bi-weekly basis. Please be sure to follow each issue closely for key announcements, upcoming dates, and essential school information.
Let’s lift each other up, celebrate every victory, and make this year extraordinary!
With gratitude and excitement,
Mrs. Elroy
EXACT PATH
We are excited to introduce the Edmentum Exact Path program at Duncan High School this school year to help personalize and strengthen your student’s learning experience. As part of this initiative, students will take the Exact Path Diagnostic Test—an adaptive, online assessment in math, reading, and language arts that pinpoints where your child excels and where they need extra support.
**See below for the testing windows for these tests. We have scheduled days for your student to take these in their core classes. If they miss this allotted time, they will be responsible for completing the tests during ReThink time and must complete them within the test window.
How It Works
Adaptive Difficulty: The test adjusts in real time as your child answers questions, becoming more challenging with correct responses and easier with incorrect ones to find their precise learning level.
Individualized Learning Path: Once completed, the platform automatically creates a customized digital learning path tailored to close skill gaps or stretch your child beyond grade-level standards.
Tracking Growth: Students will take the diagnostic 2–3 times throughout the school year (fall, winter, and spring), allowing teachers and parents to monitor academic progress over time.
No Preparation Needed: This is not a traditional pass-or-fail exam. Students do not need to study or stress—they simply need to give their best effort so we receive an accurate snapshot of their needs.
