Surprise News

Dysart Unified School District is accepting new PreK-12 student enrollment applications for the 2026-2027 school year. Parents and guardians can complete the necessary registration information online at Dysart.org/enroll at any time. Within the enrollment application, parents are able to select their home school, or request their child attend another school outside of their boundary school, including Freedom Traditional Academy, through Open Enrollment. Preschool enrollment options are also available on the main enrollment link above, as well as at GrowingMindsPreschool.org. Learn more at Dysart.org/Preschool.

For in-person enrollment assistance between June 8th and July 1st, families may visit the District Office Monday through Thursday at 15802 N. Parkview Place in Surprise, Arizona from 8am-4:30pm.  All K-12 school offices will reopen for in person enrollment on Wednesday, July 8.

Please note that in order to finalize registration the following documents will be required: government issued photo identification; birth certificate; proof of residency; and immunization records. To keep up with their child’s academic progress, parents are encouraged to sign up for the Parent Portal at Dysart.org/parentportal or via the Campus Parent app, available as early as 24 hours after registration is finalized. To find out if your child is eligible for transportation, visit Dysart.org/Transportation.

Dysart Schools looks forward to serving the community by providing an outstanding preschool through high school experience for students. For additional assistance with student registration, families may contact their local school beginning July 8, call 623-876-7151, or email [email protected].

Enjoy your time off and we'll see you Thursday, August 6!

May 13th:

K-2: 9:00 - 11:45

3rd-4th: 1:00 - 3:30

May 15th:

5th - 6th: 9:00 - 11:30

7th - 8th: 1:00 - 3:30

• May 13th                                  
• K-2: 9:00 am - 11:45 am
• 3-4: 1:00 pm - 3:30 pm
• May 15th
• 5-6: 9:00 am - 11:30 am
• 7-8: 1:00 pm - 3:30 pm
• Don't Forget!
• Bring sunscreen, towel & appropriate school attire
• NO Bathing suits will be allowed!
• You should consider bringing a change of clothes in your backpack
• Parent are welcome to come and Observe - please sign in the front office

PTO will be selling snacks! Be sure to bring money on snack day

Wednesday May 13th

Kindergarten: 1:30 - 3:30

6th Grade: 1:30 - 3:30

7th Grade: 1:30 - 3:30

8th Grade: 1:30 - 3:30

Friday May 15th

1st Grade: 1:00 - 3:30

2nd Grade: 1:00 - 3:30

3rd Grade: 1:00 - 3:30

4th Grade: 1:00 - 3:30

5th Grade: 1:00 - 3:30

May 20 & 21 are a 12:00 Dismissal and our front office will be closing at 1:00 pm both days. Please plan accordingly to have students picked up on time. 

Any questions please call the front office at (623) 876-7400

Thursday, May 7, 2026 in the Surprise Elementary Cafeteria. Please by here by 5:15 pm. We will start at 5:30 pm. Thank you!

As we take time to celebrate Staff and Teacher Appreciation, we want to recognize the incredible dedication, care, and hard work that each of you brings to our school every day. Your commitment to supporting students, fostering a positive learning environment, and going above and beyond does not go unnoticed. Thank you for the many ways you make a difference—both big and small. Your impact reaches far beyond the classroom, and we are truly grateful for all that you do. We appreciate you today and every day!

5/4: Staff Appreciation Week 

5/7: NJHS Induction Ceremony 

5/11: Coffee Chat with admin 9:15 - 10:00

 5/13: K-3 Field Day (schedule will be sent out) 

5/14: 3rd-8th Choir Concert 

5/15: 4th-8th Field Day (schedule will be sent out) 

5/19: PreK Promotion (AM and PM times will be communicated through PreK teachers) 5/19: Positive Behavior Celebration

5/20: Kinder Promotion at 9:30 am 

5/20: 8th Grade Promotion at 1:00 pm at the Vista 

5/20: PTA Meeting at 4:00pm

5/21: Last day of school for students12:00 Dismissal

• 3rd and 4th grade combined choir
• 5th - 8th grade choir
• students should be in dress clothes or favorite Disney outfits
• Disney Themed
• 5:30 - 7:00pm 

Please join us for our upcoming Site Council and DCC meeting on April 6 at 4:30 PM. We look forward to your participation!

Today is the official kickoff of our Color Run fundraiser, and we’re excited to get started! Funds raised directly support programs and opportunities for our students, and every donation, big or small, helps move us closer to our goal. Families can also make a big impact by sharing their student’s fundraiser page with friends and family via text, email, social media, and QR codes.  Students will earn prizes and participate in fun challenges throughout the fundraiser. Families are invited to attend our Color Run on Wednesday, March 11th  Learn more about the fundraiser: https://surprise.raiseforward.org/campaign/color-run Thank you for being such a supportive school community. Surprise Elementary Team 

• Monday - "Cat in the Hat"  Wear your Craziest Hair style or Hat!
• Tuesday - "We are Thing 1 and Thing 2" Twin day! Match with your friends
• Wednesday - "Fox in Socks" Polka dots and Stripes wear the most fun pattern's
• Thursday - "Put me in the Zoo" Dr. Seuss Day! Wear animal patterns 
• Friday - "The Sleep Book" Wear your most comfy items! 

Please join us for our annual Read Across America Night March 5th from 5:00 - 6:30pm. We will have games, guest readers and much more. 

No School Monday, February 16th  in honor of President's Day

Students return on Tuesday 2/17

Be sure to sign up your athlete on Aktivate now! Look for more info regarding Spring Sports try-outs on parentsquare 

It’s Time to Complete the Annual Parent Survey!

Please remember to complete our annual Parent Survey if you haven’t already done so. We want to know what our district and school are doing well and how we can improve in the future. It should take about 5 minutes to complete and will be open through Sunday, February 15. Find it in English at www.dysart.org/survey and in Spanish at www.dysart.org/encuesta 

Parent/Teacher Conferences are February 2-6, check Parent Square to sign up for a conference today!

• Monday - 2/2  students preview day
• Tuesday - 2/3  9:00 am - 4:15pm
• Wednesday 2/4  9:00 am - 4:15
• Thursday 2/5  9:00 am - 6:30 pm

Dismissal is 1:45 pm for February 5th and 6th. Please plan accordingly to have all students picked up on time. 

Please join us Monday, January 26th from 4:30 - 6:30 for our Winter Wonderland in the courtyard. Cost is $2.00 a person and $4.00 dollars at the door per person. There will an obstacle course, face painting, crafts and games. Concessions will be sold  from 

$1.00 - $4.00 (Hotdogs, Nachos, snacks)