Dragon Spotlight:
Shout out to our brilliant Dragons who competed in the Del Dios Chess Championship! A huge thank you to Mr. Velasco for hosting such a fantastic event! An incredible effort by all!
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Clothing Donation – Share Your Closet, Share Your Care
"Share Your Closet, Share Your Care"
We are accepting donations of new or gently used items, including clothing, shoes, belts, accessories, and more, from October 20 through November 6, to support our Boutique Day event, which aims to assist families in our community who need it most.
Drop-off Location
Family Engagement Center / Room 28
Dates
Accepting donations: October 20 through November 6
For More Information
Susana Valenzuela – Family Liaison
Call for more information: (760) 432-2439 ext. 13827
Hosted By
Del Dios Academy of Arts & Sciences
1400 W 9th Ave
Escondido, CA 92025
Visit Del Dios Academy of Arts & Sciences website
Dragon Spotlight:
We are thrilled to announce that two of our Dragons won at the 53rd Annual Halloween Window Painting Contest hosted by the Rotary Club of Escondido! 7th grader Carina T. took home 1st place for "Most Artistic," and 6th grader Victoria E. won 2nd place for "Best Overall Entry!" We would also like to thank our teachers, Mr. Spenser and Mr. Carrier for helping coordinate this event for our creative student Dragons!
Way to go!
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Do Good With Chipotle!
Chipotle Fundraiser For Del Dios Academy Field Hockey Team.
25% of event sales get donated to the cause!
Monday, November 9th | 4-8PM.
1310 W. Valley Pkwy.
Escondido, CA 92029.
Order online for pick up using code 6RMBGC7 or show this flyer in restaurant.
*For online orders to count towards the fundraiser, they must be placed for pickup only from the restaurant location of and during the hours of the fundraiser. Delivery orders and gift cards do not qualify. $150 minimum event sales required to receive any donation.
Dragon Spotlight:
Our Dragon scholars learned all about chemical reactions through a hands-on elephant toothpaste experiment in Ms. Rogers' class. Way to go, Dragon scientists! Keep exploring!
Tonight (October 22, 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
Fundraiser for our Del Dios Field Hockey Team
Location Name: Teaspoon Escondido
Event Details: Fundraiser with Del Dios Field Hockey Team!!
Date & Time: 11a-8p! – Oct 29, 2026 (THU)
Donation Offer: 20% of sales will be donated to Del Dios Field Hockey Team
Address: 1264 Auto Park Way, Ste. E, Escondido, CA 92029
Instructions: Order in person with Teaspoon staff and show or mention this flyer to participate.
Costume Guidelines
On Friday, October 30, Del Dios students are free to wear costumes to school. Dressing up is completely optional, and students may wear regular school clothes as well. During this school day celebration students are permitted to wear age-appropriate costumes representing fictional characters, heroes, or imaginative concepts.
Please keep these guidelines in mind:
-All costumes must uphold the Dragon Creed and be safe, respectful, and responsible.
-Costumes should be appropriate to a Del Dios school day. Dress code standards apply.
-No weapons of any kind, real or imagined, plastic or otherwise, may be included as part of a costume.
-No full-face masks or makeup may be worn during the school day.
-Partial makeup may be used to represent fictional conditions (clown-face, witch-green skin, etc) but should not represent different human flesh tones.
-Wigs may be used to represent fictional or historical characters (Ariel mermaid hair, George Washington wig, etc) but may not be used to represent hairstyles associated with other ethnicities.
-Costumes representing spiritual leaders and specific religious figures are inappropriate for Halloween.
Please consult with your child as you plan their costume together. If you have any questions or concerns about any costume that your child may be considering wearing on this day, please feel free to reach out to a School Administrator or any teacher.
Glow-O-Ween Halloween Event
Join us for a spooky night filled with fun, games, and unforgettable moments.
Tickets
$5 Tickets Pre-Sale
$6 Tickets at the door
Pre-sale tickets will be available for purchase during lunch.
What to Expect
Music
Games
Snacks
Event Details
Thursday, October 29th
5–7 pm
Del Dios Academy of Arts and Sciences
What to Wear
Wear neon colors or a Halloween costume.
"Please follow the Costume Guidelines."
Dragon Reminder:
Wear pink this Friday, October 16, for Breast Cancer Awareness Month!
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Join us & go pink!
Wear pink to show support!
Who
Students and staff
Why
To raise awareness for Breast Cancer Awareness Month and support fighters and survivors.
When
Friday, October 16th
Where
DDAAS
What to Wear
Pink shirts
Hats
Socks
Accessories
Supporting
Breast Cancer Awareness
All students are encouraged to participate!
Coffee with the Principal followed by ELAC
"At the end of the day, the most overwhelming key to a child's success is the positive involvement of parents." — Jane D. Hull.
Event Details
Date: October 23, 2026
Time: 8:30 am – 9:30 am
Location: MPR
School
Del Dios Academy of Arts & Sciences
1400 W 9th Ave, Escondido, CA 92025
Contact
For additional information contact Susana Valenzuela, Family Liaison.
Call for more information: (760) 432-2439 ext. 13827
Email Susana Valenzuela, Family Liaison at mvalenzuelaquijano@eusd.org
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Dragon Spotlight:
Amazing job to our 6th grade Dragons who were rewarded with a chance to try out a variety of cookies for earning a 4.0 GPA for the first progress report term! Way to go, Dragons!
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Lunch A: 11:45-12:15
Lunch B: 12:35-1:05
Location: Quad by MPR
Del Dios Academy of Arts & Sciences
1400 W 9th Ave, Escondido, CA 92025
Important Notice:
Food deliveries will not be accepted.
Contact Ms. Susana if you have additional questions:
(760) 432-2439, ext. 13827
Visit the school website at ddaas.eusd.org
Dragon Reminder:
Parent Conferences:
October 8:
7:30AM-11:00AM.
12:00PM- 4:00PM.
5:00PM-7:00PM.
October 9:
7:30AM-11:00AM.
