News and events
Monday, Dec. 8 - PTO meeting & ButterBraid pick-up, Dayton Library
Wednesday, Dec. 24 - District Closed, NO SCHOOL - Holiday
Thursday, Dec. 25 - District Closed, NO SCHOOL - Holiday
Friday, Dec. 26 - Friday January 2, NO SCHOOL - Winter Break
Monday, January 5, 2026 - Students return to school
Dayton Families,
What an incredible start to the school year it has been! Our Eagles have truly soared during our first trimester of learning. They have demonstrated remarkable academic growth, strengthened their social-emotional skills, and built supportive classroom communities.
To celebrate the completion of a successful trimester, we hosted a special school-wide event on Friday, November 21. The theme was "Mission Accomplished". This was a fun way to recognize the hard work and dedication of every student. Thank you to our countless volunteers who helped make this happen. We encourage you to ask your student:
What part of the "mission" (learning) are you most proud of?
What is your next great learning "mission" for Trimester 2?
Report cards for Trimester 1 will be accessible online on Monday, December 8. Click here to review instructions on how to access online report cards.
Throughout December, our school-wide Character Strong focus will be on Empathy. We define empathy as “understanding and connecting with other people’s feelings”. We encourage you to engage in conversations around empathy at home. See the following links to support your family's discussions:
We are striving to make this our most engaging year yet for parent involvement! Your input and support are vital to enriching the Dayton experience for all students. We invite you to join our next PTO meeting.
Next PTO Meeting: Monday, December 8 at 6:00 PM
Location: Dayton Elementary Media Center
Thank you for your continuous support. We wish you and your family a wonderful and peaceful December.
-Mrs. Wippler
PhyEd
December is all about muscles!
Muscular strength, endurance and flexibility! We will be tumbling, stretching, climbing, and doing gymnastics stations!
Welcome Kristin Gow - Dayton Volunteer Services Coordinator
Kristin Gow joined our staff in early November as the new Volunteer Services Coordinator. She has two kids in the district and has been an active volunteer with Anoka Hennepin for over 6 years. She is excited to be working with all of the volunteers at Dayton to help support our classrooms and school events.
THANK YOU!
A big thank you to our volunteers that have helped with the workroom, Skillbuilders, classroom support, chaperoning, End of Trimester Parties and the Eagle Marketplace and Dessert Shop! Dayton volunteers have given over 1,169 hours of their time so far this school year!
VSC Reminders
Please check our Dayton Volunteer Opportunities Website often to view upcoming volunteer opportunities.
Individuals who wish to volunteer, including field trip chaperones, must complete both the Volunteer Application and Criminal Record History Release form at each school site, every school year.
Anoka-Hennepin Parent Involvement Resource Events
Are you looking for more information to help your PTO, booster club, or other community organization? Join us at the FREE Parent Involvement Resource Events, listed on the Parent Involvement Resource Page and at the Resource Event Flyer! All events are in Anoka at the Educational Services Center.
Enrichment Opportunities
We are looking for volunteers to lead a couple of Enrichment Opportunities at Dayton. Online training is available for anyone interested in being a leader.
Math Plus enrichment groups:
The purpose of the Math PLUS is to provide additional, on-going mathematical experiences for students in grade K-5. Students participate in math activities that reinforce problem solving, logic and reasoning, and communicating mathematical findings.
Challenge Reading Enrichment groups:
Volunteers provide children with additional opportunities to foster a love of reading outside of the classroom by introducing various genres of literature, extending students' writing connections, and promoting higher level thinking skills.
If you are interested in leading a Math Plus or Challenge Reading Enrichment Group, please contact Kristin Gow, Volunteer Services Coordinator at kristin.gow@ahschools.us
Hello Parents,
As we enter winter, illnesses typically increase. Please notify the health office if your student has an illness that requires treatment: strep, impetigo, ringworm, fifth disease, scabies, and lice. If we see a cluster of 3 or more students in 1 class, we will send a notification to the whole class. If you've reported the diagnosis to the attendance line, we do see that, but often diagnosis comes later in the day, and that's when we would appreciate an email or phone call.
Please remind your students to wash their hands! And please let us know if you have any other questions or concerns.
Thank you!
Stephanie Mullinix, Health Para LPN
Katelyn Salwey, School Nurse LSN/RN
763-506-2204
- December 19
January 30
February 27
March 27
April 30
May 29
All dates are subject to change.
Time: 9:15 - 9:30 am
*Donations are always welcome, just drop off books in the front vestibule labeled for the book swap.
We are a LOCKED facility.
Please press the silver button at the main entrance to speak with the office.
Parent pick-up starts promptly at 4:00 PM in the Dayton and Rebel parking lots.
Please call 763-506-2200 by 3:00 PM if you need to change a dismissal plan.
Dayton Elementary participates in the Box Tops for Education, so please scan your receipts. It helps raise money for our school! Click here to learn how.