Happy Sunday, Dateland Cougars! 🐾 This week is absolutely packed with excitement and we could not be more thrilled to have such amazing families cheering us on!

Spirit week is here! 🎉 Get ready to show your Cougar pride because we've got two games on the road this week. Wednesday brings us to Mohawk at 2:00 p.m., and Friday wraps up our volleyball and football season with a tournament kicking off at 9:00 a.m. at Mohawk Valley School.

Thank you for being the most incredible, supportive families around. We truly appreciate everything you do! 💛

🎉 Spirit Week is coming and it's going to be AMAZING! 🌟 Get ready to show your school pride next week with some fantastic dress-up days. This is your chance to have fun with your wardrobe and celebrate together!

Plus, we've got some exciting action on the schedule 🏆 Two games are happening next week at Mohawk Valley School — Wednesday at 2:00 p.m. and Friday at 9:00 a.m. Come cheer on our teams and bring the energy!

Start thinking about your outfits now and get ready for a week of fun and team spirit! 💪✨

Thank you, East Valley Optimist Club, for once again sponsoring us this year! We genuinely appreciate your unwavering dedication to our school, students, and community. This month, we had the pleasure of recognizing Zidah Villafranca for her exceptional qualities. Zidah serves as a positive role model for her peers, embodying kindness and inspiring others to strive for greatness. 💙💛

🎉 Mark your calendars! Dateland's Fall Festival is coming Tuesday, October 27, 2026! 🍂

We made a small change to the date to make sure you and your family don't miss this awesome night of fun. We know schedules can get tricky, so we wanted to find a time that works better for everyone. Get ready for a fantastic evening! 🎊

Attendance is of utmost importance, not only for academic success but also for the financial sustainability of the school. To encourage improved attendance, we have implemented new incentives. This month, students with perfect attendance were awarded “cougar cash,” which can be utilized for purchases at the concession stand or the student council store on Thursdays. Additionally, they received a coupon for “getting out of uniform day.” The most significant rewards this month were two $20.00 gift cards for Walmart. We have numerous ideas to share with you each month, quarterly, in December, and at the conclusion of the academic year. Keep up the fantastic work Cougars! 💙💛

Happy Sunday! 🌞

This week's dismissal times are here: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday & Friday wrap up at 3:00 p.m., while Wednesday finishes early at 1:50 p.m. ⏰

Mark your calendar for Thursday—it's $1.00 dress down day! 👕 Swap your uniform for school-appropriate clothes and bring a dollar to support our Student Council fundraiser. This fun tradition happens the third Thursday of every month, so get ready to show your style while supporting a great cause! 🎉

There might be a menu switch-up this week for Tuesday, so stay tuned for an update once we have one. 📋

Have a fantastic rest of your weekend! ✨

Hope you're enjoying your well-deserved three-day weekend! 🎉 No school today as we celebrate Labor Day.

Quick heads up — a few schedule changes this week! 📅 That Tuesday game? It's moved to WEDNESDAY at Mohawk Valley School! 🏐 🏈 Both volleyball and football kick off at 9:00 a.m., so if you can make it, come cheer on these amazing athletes!

Then on Friday, we've got another away game, this time at Wellton School, also starting at 9:00 a.m. 🌟 Your support means everything to our students!

This week's dismissal times are as follows:

Monday - No School
Tuesday, Thursday & Friday @ 3:00 p.m.
Wednesday @ 1:50 p.m.

Have a great week ahead! Go Dateland Cougars!

J-A-M we've got to JAM, J-A-M we've got to, got to JAM!

Pep Assembly @ 12:30 and our first volleyball game kicks off @ 2:00 p.m. against Sentinel Roadrunners.

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 3, 2026

Get ready to move and groove! 🎉 Our friends at Antelope Union High School are throwing their annual Jr. High Night, and this is your chance to dance, cheer, and celebrate with some amazing athletes. 🏆 Before you know it, AUHS will be YOUR high school, so come show some school spirit and have an unforgettable time! 💫

Mark your calendars and get ready for a night full of energy and fun. See you there! 🎊

We've officially hit month two of our school year! 🎉 The days are flying by, and we're settling into our routines beautifully. Fingers crossed that cooler weather arrives soon—we're all ready for a little relief! 🌤️

This month is shaping up to be quite the adventure, and I'm so grateful for your partnership in making it all work. Thank you for keeping your child engaged and present, and for being so understanding as we navigate this busy season together. 💙 Your support makes all the difference!

This week brings several exciting opportunities for our school community. We are hosting our first pep assembly on Thursday at 12:30 p.m., and we invite everyone to wear BLUE and GOLD in celebration. Following the assembly, our volleyball team will take on Sentinel Roadrunners in our first home game at 2:00 p.m.

Additionally, we are recognizing our students this week for demonstrating cooperative behavior throughout August. This focus on collaboration and teamwork reflects the positive culture we are building together.

Please note the dismissal times for this week:

3:00 p.m. on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday,
with an earlier dismissal of 1:50 p.m. on Wednesday.

Happy Friday! 🎉 Today marks a bittersweet moment as we celebrate Ms. Ana Herrera's final day with us. After 24 years of dedicated service, she's leaving behind an incredible legacy at Dateland school! 💛

Ms. Herrera has been the kind of person who shows up — not just in the classroom, but behind the scenes too. She's been a steady, caring presence for our community, always ready to represent our school with pride and heart. ✨ Her contributions have touched so many lives in ways both big and small.

While we're excited for this next chapter in her life, we will absolutely miss her warmth, dedication, and all the magic she's brought to our school community. 🌟 Here's to celebrating 24 wonderful years of Ms. Herrera! Thank you for everything! 💚

Happy Sunday! Dismissal times remain at 3:00 p.m. on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday, with an earlier dismissal on Wednesday at 1:50 p.m.

Wednesday features an away game at Wellton beginning at 9:00 a.m. We welcome families to attend and support our athletes. Following the game, students will return to school to complete the remainder of the school day. Please note that early checkout after the game will be recorded as an absence.

As always, the weekly menu is available for your review, and we appreciate your understanding should any schedule changes occur.

Happy Sunday! 🎉 We're gearing up for a fantastic week ahead, and here's what you need to know to keep things running smoothly.

This week's dismissal times are as follows, so mark your calendars! 📅 Most days we're wrapping up at 3:00 p.m., but Wednesday is our early day at 1:50 p.m. Make sure to plan accordingly!

Our 4th through 8th graders have PE at 9:00 a.m. this week. 💪 They're welcome to wear their PE clothes to school, but remember—uniforms go back on after class.

We've got a delicious menu planned for the week ahead. 🍽️ We appreciate your patience as our kitchen team works their magic—sometimes our food suppliers make last-minute adjustments, and we'll keep you posted if anything changes.

Here's to an amazing week! Go Dateland Cougars! 🐾

Congratulations to our new Student Council officer team for the 2026-2027 school year! President: Isabella Weimer Vice- President : Sebastian Castro Secretary: Ernesto Rendon Treasurer: Rubi Hernandez Sergeant at Arms: Ismael Castro

Good Morning and happy first full week of school! Here is our menu for the week!

Our dismissal times are as follows:
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday & Friday - dismiss @ 3:00
Wednesday - dismiss @ 1:50

A reminder: 4th - 8th grades have PE on Monday, Tuesday and Friday @ 9:00 a.m. since the weather is so hot outside. Your child may wear their PE clothes to school and then change into school uniform after PE.

We are AZELLA (Kinder) and NWEA testing this week. Please have your child well rested and present at school!

Have a fantastic week! 🐾

Dear Parents and Guardians, This is a friendly reminder that beginning Wednesday, August 12, the district will follow its Wednesday early dismissal schedule. Please review your child's bus schedule and be at your designated bus stop at the appropriate time. We encourage all families to plan accordingly to ensure a smooth and safe dismissal.

Beginning Friday, the district will resume its regular dismissal schedule. Attached you will find the regular PM bus route schedule that will be followed starting Friday. Please review it carefully and note your child's expected drop-off time.

What a joy it was to see so many smiling and excited faces at Open House! 😊 Your enthusiasm and energy set the perfect tone for the year ahead, and we are absolutely ready to dive in together! 🚀 Here's to a fantastic August and an amazing year ahead! 🎉📚

Please note that these are the 12:30 PM dismissal times. Please be at your child's designated bus stop according to the scheduled drop-off time. We appreciate your patience as we work through the first few days of school and make any necessary adjustments to ensure safe and efficient transportation.