Dear Dayton Creek Families,
Welcome to the 2025–2026 school year! I hope your summer has been restful and full of joyful memories! We are thrilled to welcome back our students and families for another year of learning, leading, and growing together.
Our school theme this year is:
Empowered to L.E.A.D.
Learn • Engage • Achieve • Discover
This theme is a natural progression of our journey from strengthening our collective efficacies with Better Together and Grit for Growth, and now to a focus on empowerment. At Dayton Creek, we believe every Cavalier has the ability to lead their own successful school experiences. We stay committed to providing the opportunities for each student to lead with confidence, competence, and compassion.
This year’s theme also connects deeply to our district-wide theme of Excellence Everyday. When students are empowered to learn essential knowledge and skills and engage in meaningful experiences, they are equipped to achieve academically and discover or create new ideas and possibilities. When students are empowered to lead, they are empowered to excel every day!
We look forward to our continued home-school partnership in this very important work of supporting the success of our Cavaliers. Thank you for being a vital part of our school community. Your positive involvement truly makes Dayton Creek Elementary a special place!
As we prepare for the coming school year, kindly review the important dates and links noted below:
Important Dates & Links:
Thursday, July 31: Last day of online enrollment. Please visit the Enrollment page on the district website for more information!
Friday, Aug 8: Class lists will be visible on Skyward by the end of day
Monday, Aug 11: Meet the Teacher Night 4:30-5:30 PM. In this event, you’ll be able to meet the teachers of your students, visit the classroom to drop off school supplies, as well as connect with other DCES families!
Wednesday, Aug 13: First Day of School (Back-To-School Guide)
Wednesday, Aug 27: First PLC Wednesday- 1 HR Late Start
Thursday, Aug 28: Parent Information Night 5:00-6:00 PM
Kindly review our Elementary Handbook 2025-2026 for more information on Academics, Activities, Attendance, Code of Conduct, Health, Nutrition, Safety & Security, and Transportation.
If you have any questions, concerns, or suggestions, please don't hesitate to reach out to us. Thank you once again for being a part of our wonderful school community! May you enjoy the remainder of the summer break!
Warmest Regards,
Dr. Miller
Office: 913-592-7266 or 913-592-7162
E-mail: millerthe@usd230.org