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Enter the FUSD "Support a School, Win Something Cool" raffle and you could win a brand new car!

FUSD is raffling off a new 2015 Subaru Forester with Premium Package donated by Flagstaff Nissan Subaru. Tickets are $25 each or five for $100 and go on sale next week at DeMiguel. Only 200 tickets are available through DeMiguel, so purchase your tickets before they are gone! Tickets will be sold on a first come, first served basis at the following times next week.

Monday 8/25 8:15-8:45 and 3:00-3:30
Wednesday 8/27 8:15-8:45 and 3:00-3:30
Friday 8/29 8:15-8:45

*Drawing will be held at halftime of the Flagstaff vs. Coconino football game on October 31, 2014. You do NOT need to be present to win.
*Must be 18 years or older to enter (students may not purchase tickets for you).
*Winner is responsible for vehicle tax.
*A credit of the vehicle value can be credited to the purchase of an alternate vehicle from Flagstaff Nissan Subaru.
*Visit www.fusd1.org for official rules.

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FUSD encourages all citizens of Coconino County to register to vote! It’s fast, it’s easy, and all you need to do is have your AZ drivers’ license and click this link: https://servicearizona.com/webapp/evoter/selectLanguage

Masterpiece Art

Our new Masterpiece Art Coordinator is Cami Birdno! Welcome! Here is her email! findthebirds@gmail.com
here is the website: www.masterpieceart.org

If you are interested in volunteering in a very rewarding way--please come to the trainings and get involved.
Tuesday, September 2nd and Thursday, September 25th from 7-8:30 at the Downtown Library.

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First Week

Thank you for a great first week. I hope your child(ren) are adjusting to school and are excited about learning. Our staff is committed to helping in any way possible. Thank you for trusting us with your children every day! Just a few reminders---please do not let your child(ren) wear flip flops or open toed shoes and please label lunch boxes. We are already starting a collection of lost boxes. We know our K-1/bus zone is a little hectic at the end of the day. Please be patient as we figure out how we can exit safely and efficiently and please do not park on S. Gillenwater. We are excited for a great year and we have an amazing staff!!! Go LOBOS!!!

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Welcome Back

August 2014

                                                  Welcome to the 2014-2015 school year!

Dear Parents/Guardians and Students:

Welcome to the 2014-2015 school year!  I hope this letter finds you healthy, happy, and ready to get back to school. I hope you all had a wonderful summer filled with family, friends, and of course- FUN! If you are new to DeMiguel—Welcome! You are now an official LOBO! Spirit Day is every Friday.  Our students and staff wear black, teal, or grey.

Remember: an adult family-member must always meet our kindergarten students at the bus stop, every day after school, all year long.

We have had a few staffing changes over the summer! Please welcome….. 

Introduction of new staff:

·         Tina Hansleben joins the DeMiguel staff as a new dual cert. fourth-grade teacher.

·         Elizabeth Garcia/Rebekah Ryan join the DeMiguel staff as new fourth-grade teachers(job share).

·         Valerie Minos will be our PE teacher.

·         Jordan Walsh will be a fifth grade teacher.

·         Terri Bartlett will be our resource teacher.

·         Amy Marbach will be a second grade teacher.

·         Brittany Richards is a new 4th grade teacher.

·         Dara Pfeiffer will be our new psychologist. She worked in BSP last year.

·         Barrett Tritle will be our new BSP therapist.

·         Maria Hargrove will be a new speech therapist for 1.5 days per week. 

Recognition of returning staff with new assignments:

·         Joy Bergeron will rejoin our staff as a kindergarten teacher.

·         Lisa Buffington will rejoin our staff as a second grade teacher.

·         Corrie Gonzales will rejoin our staff as a kindergarten teacher.

·         Danny Murray will rejoin our staff as a RTI teacher (K-2).

·         Stephanie Mansfield will rejoin our staff as a fifth grade teacher again.

·         Anna Eskridge will be our FIT KIDS instructor.

 We have many school goals; this one you can help us with! One of our school goals is to build “community” with families and community members. We have many “DeMiguel Community” events. Please sign up to help out if you can!

We communicate with our families a variety of ways:  emails, our DeMiguel Blog, DeMiguel Elementary on Facebook, FUSD/ DeMiguel website, Connect Ed phone calls, and teachers’ letters home. If you have a specific question, please email me at nwilson@fusd1.org .  . If you are interested in getting more involved; please attend our PTO meetings.  Please welcome and meet our PTO members; the first meeting is August 19^th @ 4:15 in the Commons:

President – Kasey Nance

Vice President- Judy Carpenter

Treasurer- Jessica Buckley

Secretary- Emily Dossinger

Parent Volunteer Coordinator -Suzette Donosky

We are working on creating a climate that educates all students and allows for flexibility of different learning styles and maximizing potential of every student. There are certain expectations for every grade level--so stay tuned for exciting happenings in your child’s classroom.

In order for us to keep the finger on the pulse in regards to attendance, we will be sending home an “automatic” letter to any child’s family that has more than 3 unexcused tardies or absences. This letter will help notify you of tardies/absences you may or may not be aware of. Please make sure your child is at school by 8:15 if your child is eating breakfast.

The DeMiguel team encourages families to become involved in all aspects of their child’s educational experience. Research has demonstrated that students achieve a higher level of academic achievement if their parents are actively involved. At DeMiguel, we believe that families and staff working together create an environment that enables students’ success.  As your DeMiguel faculty we are committed to creating the best educational experience for your child. Let the learning begin! Our classrooms –K-5^th will be using a combination of Harcourt Reading, Envision Math, Engage NY, TCI for Social Studies, FOSS Kits for Science, EIE kits , Rocket Math, and AR reading (1^st-5^th).

** Drop off and Pick up**

Morning Drop Off- Is just that, be ready to have your child(ren)unload quickly. Please do not have long discussions at our drop-off. This will enable the traffic to move quickly and smoothly. Drop off is at the flag pole in the front, at 8:15. We do not have supervision until 8:15.

Afternoon Pick-up- Please help us keep all children safe by following the following procedures:

ENTERING DEMIGUEL FROM GILLENWATER

There are two one- way lanes that enter the school on S. Gillenwater. The left lane is the one that goes to our EAST entrance where Kindergarten and first graders are picked up. This is also the lane used for emergency vehicles, buses, handicapped parking, and people wishing to park and come in the building.  The right lane (going down Gillenwater) is for individuals picking up students at the flag pole or for individuals who wish to park and come inside.

ONCE YOU HAVE PASSED THE CIRCLE DRIVE

Once you pass the circle drive there are another two lanes. The left lane is if you want to park (in the front of the building) and come inside. The right lane is for pick-up of students 2^nd-5^th by the flag pole.

I am thankful and honored to have served the DeMiguel learners and community for six years. Each year I learn so many things from our littlest lobos. I enjoy each day that I am here!

Respectfully,

Ninon Wilson

nwilson@fusd1.org

www.fusd1.org/demiguel

928-773-4001

All visitors need to stop by the office to obtain a Visitor’s Pass. There will be a reminder on all classroom doors. We will check ID of individuals coming in to pick up students early. Except for the front door, the doors will remain locked during the day.