Mustang News
July 2016
Summer Fun
We hope everyone is having a great summer break!
Duello Elementary looks forward to a new school year and seeing familiar as well as new faces in our building. Whether you are a new family to our school district or a returning one, please contact us if you have questions or concerns. We look forward to the opportunities that lie ahead. Below you will find information regarding this next school year. We look forward to seeing you all in August :)
Welcome back to school!!
-Mrs. Danielle Todd
Assistant Principal
Remember Teacher Assignment Given Out Through Parent Portal for 16-17 School Year
Beginning this year, teacher assignments will be posted on the Wentzville School District Parent Portal. All teacher assignments will be available to parents on the Parent Portal
beginning Thursday, July 28, 2016. The office will also be sending out back to school teacher emails/letters on July 28th.
Frequently Asked Questions:
How do I update an email address in Parent Portal?
Log on to the Parent Portal and make these changes.
Can I call and give my email address over the phone?
Email addresses may not be made over the telephone with the office staff.
What if I have forgotten my Parent Portal password?
Please call the office to request your password to be reset. Once the password is reset, you will receive an email with the Parent Portal login information.
What if I don't have access to Parent Portal?
Click this link: http://wentzville.k12.mo.us/file.php/44/ParentWebRegForm.pdf and complete the form. In order to initiate access, you will need to bring the completed form and an ID to the office. You will then receive an email with detailed instructions on how to access your child's information.
Duello will hold Kindergarten Meet and Greets on Tuesday, August 9, 2016, from 8:30 am to 3:00 pm. Our students and teachers will meet, one on one, this is an opportunity for the student and teacher to meet and become familiar with each other before school starts. While the student and teacher are interacting, parents will fill out a Beginning of the Year Survey on the computers at school and watch a quick video about Duello.
Kindergarten families are invited to come back to school that evening for Meet the Teacher, from 5-7 PM. Students are encouraged to bring supplies to Meet the Teacher.
***Please watch for more information regarding signing up for the Kindergarten Meet and Greet!
Duello will hold a Meet the Teacher Night on Tuesday, August 9, 2016, from 5-7 PM. Our students and parents will have the opportunity to meet teachers and see classrooms.
Students are welcome to bring supplies to this evening.
Did you know that Duello is now on Twitter? Twitter allows us to tweet out messages and photos of the greatness happening here at Duello. This year we are going to use a hashtag (#) with our tweets. This will allow our tweets to all be categorized together under the hashtag. We would love for Duello families to use the hashtag also. Please use #duello_elem when tweeting about Duello.
What are the school hours?
Duello Elementary School begins instruction at 8:20 AM and concludes at 3:20 PM.
What time do the front doors lock each day?
To keep our campus safe, the front doors are locked each day at 8:20 AM. After this time, anyone wanting to enter the building must use the Aiphone. Everyone must show a photo identification in order to enter.
What is the earliest time a student can enter building?
Students are allowed to enter the building at 8:00 AM.
If you need before and after school care, please call (636)327-5090.
Chautauqua Program Registration
What is the latest time I can pick up a student from the office for dismissal?
Students are not allowed to be picked up from the office after 3 PM.
What is the best way to contact my child's teacher?
We ask you do not interrupt instruction. Throughout the school day teachers are engaged with students in the classroom, therefore the best way to contact them is by leaving a voicemail, sending a note, or by email. Our staff is committed to returning your calls and emails in a timely manner. Teachers are pleased to arrange an appointment during plan time, or before and after school to discuss your child’s academics or educational needs. To leave a voicemail for your child’s teacher, call the school at 636-327-6050, press the star (*) sign and enter the voicemail number for your child’s teacher to leave a message. If you do not know the number, push the pound (#) sign, enter the first few letters of the teacher’s last name and follow the directions given.
How does a late arrival to school work?
Students should be in the classroom by 8:20 AM. When they arrive after that time they are considered tardy and will need to be signed in by a parent or guardian. They will be given a pass to class. While we understand that it is unavoidable for a student to be tardy on occasion, it is very important they be at school on time. Valuable instruction time is lost when children are late to class.
How does parent pick up work?
Parents, please be advised that the staff will not release your child for an early release after 3 PM. Students should NOT be picked up at the end of the day to avoid the parent pick up line.
All students will be directed to the gymnasium for parent pick up. You are advised to stay in your vehicle and your child(ren) will be called and escorted out to your vehicle. We cannot express the importance that all students complete their full day of instruction.
How does perfect attendance work?
It is important to remember “perfect” means being here every minute of every day we have school. Any time a student is tardy or leaves early, counts against perfect attendance.
How can I volunteer in the school?
Duello Elementary is always happy to have parents volunteer in the classroom, or to assist with field trips. All volunteers must be approved by completing the District Volunteer Registration form and a child abuse search on file at school.
Volunteer forms should only be completed by those wishing to assist in the classroom or attend a field trip. Attending a school performance or having lunch with your child does not require a background check. Feel free to pick up a form from your child’s classroom on “Meet the Teacher” night on August 9, 2016 or visit the school or District website.
Volunteer Guidelines and Paperwork
What supplies does my child need for school?
This link will take you to the WSD Supply Lists.