Duval Charter School at Southside

👀 Look at what our Kindergarten Stingrays can do!

This young scientist didn't just learn about dolphins—she illustrated her learning, and used her growing phonics skills to write complete informational sentences independently. That's the power of a strong academic foundation combined with creativity.

At Duval Charter School at Southside, our Arts & Science focus helps students become confident readers, writers, thinkers, and creators from the very beginning. Through explicit phonics instruction, hands-on learning, and meaningful opportunities to express their ideas, our students are building skills that last a lifetime.

If you're looking for the a strong start to their education, now is the time to enroll for VPK, Kindergarten, and even first grade at DCSS!

🌟 Strong Academics
🎨 Arts Integration
🔬 Hands-On Science
📚 Research-Based Phonics Instruction
❤️ A School Community Where Children Thrive

Seats are filling quickly!

Apply today at www.southsidecharter.org

🎡🌟 Calling All Future Stingrays! 🌟🎡

Do you have a child entering Kindergarten, 1st Grade, or 2nd Grade? Come join the fun on June 3rd as Duval Charter School at Southside for a special CSUSA Carnival Event!

This is the perfect opportunity for prospective families to meet our school communities, learn about our programs, and see why so many families choose Duval Charter Schools.

Bring the kids and enjoy:
🎠 Carnival games and activities
🍿 Family-friendly fun
🎈 A chance to meet school staff and families
📚 Information about enrollment for the 2026-2027 school year

Current Stingray families are invited too! Come celebrate summer with us and help welcome our newest future Stingrays.

Can't make it on June 3rd? Join Duval Charter at Mandarin on June 9th or by scheduling a personal tour anytime at www.southsidecharter.org

We can't wait to meet your family and show you what makes our school such a special place to learn, grow, and thrive! 💙🐠

Happy Summer, Stingrays! ☀️

A huge thank you to our wonderful Kindergarten Class of 2025-2026 and their families for an amazing year filled with learning, growth, and unforgettable memories.

We hope your summer is full of adventure, laughter, and fun. Enjoy every moment, make great memories, and get ready—1st grade is going to be an exciting new adventure!

We can’t wait to see all of our future first graders back in the fall! 💙

Interested in joining the Stingray family? Prospective parents are invited to schedule a tour and see what makes our school so special! Visit www.southsidecharter.org to learn more.

Yes, we just had our big carnival—but the CSUSA Marketing Team is bringing a mini carnival experience to each campus too! We can’t wait to see you there! 🎉

🎉 Join us for FREE Carnival Fun!

📍 DCSS | 🗓 June 3 | ⏰ 9–11 AM 8680 AC Skinner Parkway

Designed for VPK–2nd grade students and their families. This event welcomes current and prospective families to come together, have fun, and experience our school community.

Let’s celebrate learning, laughter, and togetherness—Stingray style! 🦈🎉

At DCSS, we believe strong minds and good hearts grow through connection 💙

🎉 MVP Spotlight: Mr. Metelus! 🎉

We are proud to celebrate Mr. Metelus, an outstanding educator at DCSS who lives our mission every day. By building a culture of accountability, rigor, and excellence, his Pre-Algebra students achieved 90% proficiency with an average score of Level 5, outperforming district and state averages—and ranking among the highest in North Florida!

His work reflects our Promise of Strong Minds, Good Hearts and our values of Purpose, Passion, Integrity, and Grit. We’re grateful to have him on our 5–8 middle school team!

If we are seeking an amazing math program for your child with high math growth rates and accelerated options starting in 3rd grade math, apply now for 26-27! www.southsidecharter.org

💙📚

This morning was filled with smiles, proud tears, and so much joy as we celebrated our Kindergarten Moving Up Ceremony! ☀️🎓

On another beautiful Florida morning, our littlest learners walked across the stage surrounded by the love and support of their parents, families, teachers, and friends. It was truly heartwarming to see how many people came together to celebrate these amazing students and all they have accomplished this school year.

Our kindergarten teachers looked on with so much pride as they watched their classes shine. From the first nervous days of school to today’s confident smiles, these students have grown tremendously — not only academically, but as young leaders with Strong Minds and Good Hearts. ❤️

We are so proud of our kindergarten Stingrays and cannot wait to see all the incredible things they will continue to achieve in 1st grade and beyond!

Enroll NOW for kindergarten or first grade 26-27 www.southsidecharter.org 🌟