Desert Sands Middle School Academy of Mass Communications and Journalism

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📢 Governing Board Meeting Rescheduled

Due to a BoardDocs program outage, today’s Governing Board meeting has been postponed.

The meeting has been rescheduled for Tuesday, August 19, at 6:00 p.m.

We appreciate your understanding and patience, and we look forward to seeing you then.

We’re just days away from the start of the school year 📚✏️ and we can’t wait to see you all back! 😊🎒🍎

🎒✨ Back-to-School Backpack Giveaway! ✨🎒

Hey families! Come hang out with us at the American Family Fields of Phoenix on Saturday, July 26 at 6 PM for a fun and FREE back-to-school event hosted by the office of councilwoman Betty Guardado and the City of Phoenix.

We’ll be giving away free backpacks and school supplies (while they last), so your kids can start the school year off right. It’s a great way to get ready for the new year, connect with the community, and enjoy a summer evening together.

Bring the whole family—we’d love to see you there! 💙📚

Most of our school offices will be closed next week in observance of Independence Day. We recommend calling our main district office ahead of time to confirm availability and hours (623)-691-4000 .

Please note:
🗓️ Our main district office will be closed on Thursday, July 3rd, and will reopen on Monday, July 7th.

Thank you for your understanding, and we wish everyone a safe and happy holiday!
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📅 Honoring Juneteenth
The Cartwright School District proudly recognizes Juneteenth, a day that marks the end of slavery in the United States and celebrates the strength, resilience, and contributions of the Black community.

We remain committed to equity, inclusion, and uplifting Black voices across our schools and neighborhoods. 💙
One Team, Una Familia!

📌 In observance of this holiday, all school sites and district offices will be closed.
We will reopen on Monday, June 23rd.
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📅 Honramos el Día de Juneteenth
El Distrito Escolar de Cartwright reconoce con orgullo Juneteenth, un día que conmemora el fin de la esclavitud en los Estados Unidos y celebra la fortaleza, resiliencia y las contribuciones de la comunidad afroamericana.

Seguimos comprometidos con la equidad, la inclusión y con elevar las voces negras en nuestras escuelas y vecindarios. 💙
¡Un Solo Equipo, Una Familia!

📌 En conmemoración de este feriado, todas las escuelas y oficinas del distrito estarán cerradas.
Reabriremos el lunes 23 de junio.

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We’re looking for passionate educators to join our amazing team! 🌟

✏️ Positions Available:
HVAC Maintenance Specialist
Peer Resource Teacher
Preschool Resource Teacher
COTA
SLPs
Mariachi Teacher (4th–6th Grade)
PE Teacher
Music Teacher
STEM Teacher
4th–6th Grade Teacher
Middle School ELA Teacher
Middle School Math Teacher
Middle School Science Teacher
Assistant Principals

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📢 Summer Meals Available for Kids and Teens – No Application Needed!
Dear Families,
We want to make you aware of the Arizona Summer Food Service Program, which provides free meals to all children and teens ages 0-18 during the summer break. Meals are available at participating schools and community sites across the state — no application or paperwork is required.
To receive a free meal, children must be present at the site.
To find a location near you:
🔗 Visit www.azhealthzone.org/freesummermeals
📞 Or call the Arizona Hunger Hotline: 602-528-3434 or 1-800-445-1914
We encourage all families to take advantage of this valuable program during the summer months.
Thank you,
Cartwright School District

📢 ¡Comidas gratis de verano para niños y adolescentes – no se necesita solicitud!
Estimadas familias:
Queremos informarles sobre el Programa de Servicio de Alimentos de Verano de Arizona, el cual ofrece comidas gratuitas para todos los niños y adolescentes de 0 a 18 años durante las vacaciones de verano. Las comidas están disponibles en escuelas y sitios comunitarios participantes en todo el estado, sin necesidad de solicitud ni trámites.
Para recibir una comida gratuita, el niño o adolescente debe estar presente en el sitio.
Para encontrar un lugar cercano:
🔗 Visite www.azhealthzone.org/freesummermeals
📞 O llame a la Línea Directa de Arizona Hunger Hotline: 602-528-3434 o 1-800-445-1914
Les animamos a aprovechar este valioso recurso durante el verano.
Gracias,
Distrito Escolar Cartwright

All Cartwright schools and offices will be closed today Monday, May 26, in observance of Memorial Day as we honor and remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country.

We will resume regular hours on Tuesday, May 27.
Wishing everyone a safe and meaningful Memorial Day weekend.

Looking forward to today's promotion!! We are Scorpions!! 🦂