Disston Dragons Family Newsletter
March 2018
We Remember SPO Jason DiMartino
General Student Expectations
- Students are still expected to be in FULL uniform - official school colored shirt (Navy or Burgundy, based on grade) along with khaki bottoms.
- SCHOOL HOURS: School begins at 8:25 a.m. Students that do not enter the building with their classes will be marked late. Conversely, school concludes at 3:04 p.m., but we will continue to honor our staggered dismissal times.
It's Read Across America Week!
Horton Hears a Who!
Kids Embracing the Theme!
Teachers Show Their Love For Reading!
Unveiling the SDP Family Portal!
NOTE: We're hosting a Parent Meeting here at Disston Elementary for the Family Portal rollout on Thursday, March 22nd, 2018 (9:15 - 10:15 a.m.).
The PSSAs Are Coming!
Here is the schedule for testing:
Week of April 9th: English-Language Arts
Week of April 16th: Mathematics
Week of April 23rd: Science (only Grades 4 and 8)
It is an untimed assessment. At Disston, all testing will take place during the morning hours immediately after morning admission. It will be critical for all kids to report to school on time every day! Breakfast will be served in all classrooms (even Grades 1 and 2). More information is to come!
We're Talking ATHLETICS!
TRACK: Boys and Girls in grades 6, 7 and 8 can join our joint track team. Scholars must be passing all classes, exhibiting positive behavior and demonstrate the 3 R's. All participating students must have a Sports Physical to join. See Coach Hampton with any questions.
SPRING BREAK 2018
Hamilton Disston Elementary School
Website: https://disston.philasd.org/
Location: 6801 Cottage Street, Philadelphia, PA, USA
Phone: 215-400-3350