Please see the attached Calendar for ways to participate in Kindness month; especially for our spirit week!

MATHOWEEN IS STILL ON FOR TODAY from 4-5:30. We know it is raining; but it is an indoor event! We hope to see you all soon! Don't forget your trick-or-treat bags/buckets!

We are excited for our Mathoween event coming up , TOMORROW, October 30th. All students and their families are welcome! We hope to see you there! (Please see the attached flyer for more details.)

Good Afternoon DSES Families! We are looing forward to our grammar parade, TOMORROW, October 30th. Please see the attached flyer for all of the details.

Please see the attached flyer for an informational event about self-defense TOMORROW. All are welcome to attend!

Please see the attached flyer for an informational event about self-defense. All are welcome to attend!

Good Afternoon DSES Families! We are looing forward to our grammar parade on October 30th. Please see the attached flyer for all of the details.

Good Morning DSES Families: We are having a candy drive for our upcoming Mathoween. The grade level with the mose candy will win a prize! See the attache flyer for more details.

We are excited for our Mathoween event coming up on October 30th. All students and their families are welcome! We hope to see you there! (Please see the attached flyer for more details.)

The safety of our staff and students in SMUSD are extremely important to us. Please watch this video that explains how to make an anonymous report if you have a concern.
https://youtu.be/FggQ6uWa5r8
https://youtu.be/FggQ6uWa5r8
DSES Newsletter Oct. 20-23

Frios will be on campus tomorrow!

We hope to see you during Parent Teacher Conferences!
Thursday Oct 8, 2026 in the District Office from 1:00 - 7:30 pm (break from 4:00-4:30)
Friday Oct 9, 2026 in the Desert Sunset Library from 1:00 - 5:30 pm.

Good Evening DSES Families! Please click the link for more information regarding a quick parent survey. Thank you https://aptg.co/07SC7M
Please watch the October Saddle Mountain SHOUTOUT from Dr. Mike Winters. https://youtu.be/fxjJn5KdFDc

Check out details of our upcoming book fair and learn how to create an ewallet for your child to avoid sending in cash.
https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/bf/desertsunsetelementary?fbclid=IwdGRjcAUvluljbGNrBS-W5GV4dG4DYWVtAjExAHBkb2YBc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQMMzUwNjg1NTMxNzI4AAEez7qWNnkdEzfXyomFns80MdtfoPukUPjAxyIoJuMwCEXG2vS4HpU-m5nGw10_aem_1oHo4W-9Vd2lsz4RU6Z1KQ
https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/bf/desertsunsetelementary?fbclid=IwdGRjcAUvluljbGNrBS-W5GV4dG4DYWVtAjExAHBkb2YBc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQMMzUwNjg1NTMxNzI4AAEez7qWNnkdEzfXyomFns80MdtfoPukUPjAxyIoJuMwCEXG2vS4HpU-m5nGw10_aem_1oHo4W-9Vd2lsz4RU6Z1KQ
Join Superintendent Dr. Winters during Parent Teacher Conferences to ask questions about the upcoming election.
Thursday Oct 8, 2026 in the District Office from 1:00 - 7:30 pm (break from 4:00-4:30)
Friday Oct 9, 2026 in the Desert Sunset Library from 1:00 - 5:30 pm.
We can't wait to see you there.
Thursday Oct 8, 2026 in the District Office from 1:00 - 7:30 pm (break from 4:00-4:30)
Friday Oct 9, 2026 in the Desert Sunset Library from 1:00 - 5:30 pm.
We can't wait to see you there.

Join us for our annual Book Fair October 6-9th. Please see the attached flyer for details.

Get ready to show your school spirit and stand up against bullying! 🧡 Anti-Bullying Spirit Week is happening next week, Tuesday, October 6th through Friday, October 9th! Please see the attache flyer for more details.

Meet our Fantastic First Grade Team!
Together, our team brings 58 years of teaching experience and a shared passion for helping students learn and grow! Our team includes lifelong educators, family-focused teachers, outdoor adventurers, sports fans, readers, shoppers, antique lovers, and even a homemade spicy salsa expert. From pursuing advanced degrees to balancing family, teaching, and college, we each bring unique experiences and strengths to our classrooms. Most importantly, we love working with children and helping every student reach their fullest potential!
Together, our team brings 58 years of teaching experience and a shared passion for helping students learn and grow! Our team includes lifelong educators, family-focused teachers, outdoor adventurers, sports fans, readers, shoppers, antique lovers, and even a homemade spicy salsa expert. From pursuing advanced degrees to balancing family, teaching, and college, we each bring unique experiences and strengths to our classrooms. Most importantly, we love working with children and helping every student reach their fullest potential!

