Next week is Teacher Appreciation Week, and I want to take a moment to recognize the incredible people who make our schools work.

While this week highlights teachers, the impact on students goes far beyond the classroom. It includes our support staff, counselors, paraprofessionals, bus drivers, custodians and maintenance teams, child nutrition staff, office and technology staff, nurses and therapists, and many others who support your children each day.

A few years ago, we shared a simple belief: What you do matters.

That belief drives the work of these dedicated people in our schools every day.

Together, they create environments where students feel supported, encouraged, and ready to learn. And often, it’s the small things they do that make the biggest difference.

As an expression of their appreciation, the Board has designated Friday, May 8th as a paid staff appreciation holiday. We will not have school on this date.

If you have a moment this week, please consider sending a quick note of thanks to a teacher or staff member. A few simple words can mean more than you might realize.

Thank you for supporting our schools and the people who care for your children each day.

Friday, May 8th - All schools and district offices are closed for teacher and staff appreciation day.

Thursday, May 28th - The last day of school is a 1/2 day. Please click the following button to view the schedule.

With the opening of a new school and updated attendance boundaries, the district has worked carefully to design a schedule that supports safe, efficient transportation and consistent school routines for students and families.

The updated schedule streamlines elementary start times into three groups, replacing a wider range of start times currently in place. This adjustment allows for improved bus routing and provides drivers with additional time between routes, helping ensure students arrive safely and on time despite increased traffic and growing enrollment.

Under the new schedule:

These changes were developed through collaboration with school leaders and transportation staff, with careful consideration given to instructional time requirements, traffic patterns, and the complexity of running multiple bus routes each day.

While adjustments like these can take time for families to adapt to, the goal remains clear: providing a safe, reliable, and efficient schedule that supports student learning across D93.

The full district schedule is included below for your reference.