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Cavaliers in Action: Week of February 2-6, 2026

Dayton Creek

February 2, 2026

February 2-6, 2026 

 

Good Evening Cavalier Families,

This past week at Dayton Creek was filled with learning, leadership, and celebration. Our 3rd–5th grade students powered through Math KAP Winter Interim assessments, while our primary grades marked exciting milestones: Kindergarten celebrated the 100th day of school, 1st grade the 101st day, and 2nd grade the 102nd day of learning and growing together! Classrooms also celebrated Kansas Day through meaningful learning experiences. We also proudly recognized students who exemplified Habit 4: Think Win-Win at our Leader in Me assembly with Slugger, and continued our commitment to safety by conducting a school safety (ALICE) drill.

We were also delighted to welcome new staff members to DCES this week! (Ms. Roni, Special Education Paraprofessional, and Mrs. Marin, our new Computer Lab Teacher)

Important Dates:  

 

  • Week of  February 2-6, 2026

    • Happy National School Counseling Week, Mrs. Abby Robertson! Thank you so much for your compassion, dedication, and the countless ways you support our students and staff every single day. We are so lucky to have you!

    • Wednesday, February 4:

      • PLC Day (1 HR Late Start)

    • Thursday, February 5:

  • Coming Soon: 

    • Friday, February 13: Valentine's Day Parties

    • Monday, February 16: NO CLASSES (Presidents Day)

    • February 16-20: Random Act of Kindness Week 

    • February 20: PTO Grand Dinner 

    • March 3: Picture Day

    • March 6: March Madness (5th Grade vs. Teachers)

    • March 11: Early Release Day (1:10 PM Dismissal)

    • March 11-12: Parent-Teacher Conferences

 

Girls On The Run

Girls on the Run is returning to Dayton Creek this spring for girls in 3rd-5th grade! GOTR is a fun, movement-based program that helps girls build confidence, make friends, and learn important life skills. Our team will meet on Mondays and Wednesdays from 3:15-4:45pm. Registration will open on February 1st at https://www.gotrkc.org/programs, and financial assistance is available. Please email Mrs. Broers, broersp@usd230.org, with any questions!

 

Handbook Highlights

VISITORS
BOE Policy KM
The board encourages its patrons and parents to visit district facilities.Visits must be scheduled with the teacher and the building administrator. Notices are posted in school buildings to require visitors to check in at the office. Visitor identification must be worn at all times before proceeding to contact any other person in the building or on the grounds. All visitors should check out with the office at the end of their visit.

Any person who visits a building and/or grounds of the district will be under the jurisdiction of the building administrator(s). The administration reserves the right to limit visits that are frequent enough or long enough to interfere with instruction. Visitors are asked to silence cell phones and to refrain from using them in areas used by students. Visitors must follow the same dress code required for students.

The principal or designee has the authority to request assistance from any law enforcement agency if any visitor to the district’s buildings or grounds refuses to leave or creates a disturbance. Violation of this rule may lead to removal from the building or grounds and denial of further access to the building or grounds. Violators of this board policy may be subject to the state trespass law.

Kindly review our  Elementary Handbook 2025-2026 for more information on Academics, Activities, Attendance, Code of Conduct, Health, Nutrition, Transportation, Safety & Security.    

 

Standing Ovation for Staff

We hope that you’ve experienced a DCES staff member going above and beyond to serve our students and school community. Please help us recognize that employee by completing the short nomination form for Standing Ovation Awards 


This week, Ms. Pericola was surprised by district leadership as one of the recipients of Standing Ovation recognition for the month of January! Congratulations, Ms. Pericola! Your dedication inspires us all! 

 

 

We’re Hiring at Dayton Creek!

We currently have openings for Instructional Paraprofessionals this second semester. If you or someone you know is passionate about supporting students and being part of a collaborative, student-centered team, we’d love to hear from you! Please reach out for more information (millerthe@usd230.org) or click the links to apply online: 

Open Positions 

*Math Intervention Paraprofessional

*Special Education Paraprofessional 

 

 

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