Mark your calendars! Back-to-School Night is on Thursday, September 17th.
Here is the schedule for the evening:
5:00 PM – 7:00 PM: Principal's Welcome and Classroom Presentations
We look forward to seeing all of our Dragon families there!
Go Dragons!
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El día de fotos es el próximo miércoles 16 de septiembre.






Upcoming Event:
This Friday, is our Coffee with the Principal. Please mark your calendars!
Here are the event details:
Date: Friday, September 11th
Time: 8:00am
Location: MPR
We look forward to seeing you there!


Dear families,
We’re thrilled to share that we’re heading to Spain & Portugal in Summer 2028, and your student is invited! This life-changing experience will help students build confidence, independence, and global perspective.
We’re holding a one-time informational meeting to share everything you need to know -
and spots on this trip are limited.
👉 Find meeting info and RSVP here: https://bit.ly/4i7qw9o
Why attend?
Learn how to save $250 with early enrollment
Get first access to limited spots
Learn about what we’ll see and do, academic opportunities, trip cost, and more
In the meantime, please visit EF’s website to get answers to common parent questions. EF Tours is our trusted travel partner, and they have 60 years of experience helping students explore the world safely and affordably.
I hope to see you there and look forward to sharing how this trip can be a powerful and unforgettable chapter in your child’s life!
Best,
Francina Flaherty
Please note this is a non-school sponsored trip.

Tonight (September 10, 2026): EUSD Board of Education Regular Meeting at the Carilyn Gilbert Education Center, 2310 Aldergrove Avenue. 7 p.m. open session (6 p.m. closed session). Zoom link https://zoom.us/j/551974247. Agenda: https://eusd.org/agenda

There will be no school Monday, September 7th, in observance of Labor Day. School will resume on Tuesday, September 8th.

We're excited to invite you to our upcoming Parent Wellness classes, hosted by our Family Liaison, Ms. Susana! Take a little time for yourself to recharge, connect with other local families, and pick up some wonderful ideas for your family's well-being.
We are excited to share that our Family Liaison, Ms. Susana, is kicking off her Parent Wellness Workshop Series next week! Take a look at this link for all the details including dates and times. We hope to see you there!
Dragon Spotlight:
Our Dragons took part in team-building exercises and the collaboration in the room was inspiring! Teamwork definitely makes the dream work! Go Dragons!
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Tonight (September 2nd, 2026): EUSD Board of Education Special Meeting at the Carilyn Gilbert Education Center, 2310 Aldergrove Avenue. 6 p.m. open session (no closed session). Zoom link: https://zoom.us/j/551974247. Agenda: https://eusd.org/agenda

Our FREE after-school enrichment and intervention classes kick off the week of September 14th, and we'd love for your child to join us! It's not too late to sign up!
You can register online using the Student Interest Form or students can register during the EXPLORE Lunch Rush tomorrow Wednesday, September 2nd. See you there!
Dragon Spotlight:
Our science students put their critical thinking and engineering skills to test during an Egg Drop Challenge in Ms. Potter's class last week! Way to go, Dragons!
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Dear DDAAS Families,
Stay connected with our school community! Check out our September Community Newsletter.

Bring your creativity and join us for a fund, hands-on Collage Parent Art Workshop! It's a wonderful chance to relax, connect with other parents, and explore the art of mixed-media collage in a warm, welcoming space.
Dear DDAAS Families,
Your voice matters to us! Please take a few minutes to complete our Family Engagement Survey by Tuesday, September 1st. Your feedback directly shapes our school community. By sharing your thoughts, you help us design meaningful workshops tailored to your family's interests and needs, build strong parent leadership programs, and connect students with valuable resources that support student learning. Thank you for partnering with us to make this school year extraordinary for our kids!

