
Due to the forecast weather conditions and travel advisories, Wednesday, 2/2/2025 will be an AMI day. Grades 6 - 12 should log in to Canvas. Pre-K - 5 should complete AMI packet No. 4. Remember, AMI Days do not have to be made up. More at go.FZSD.us/AMIDays.


If it seems that you've been hearing that a lot of your student's friends have been sick, you're not alone. Our team of school nurses has noticed it, too, and shares a few key reminders to help you and your student(s) stay healthy as we all look toward the end of cold and flu season.
1. Wash your hands often with soap and water, especially after using the restroom and before eating.
2. When you need to cough or sneeze, do so into a tissue or your elbow
3. Stay home/keep your student home when feeling sick
Our nurses are so thankful to have you on their team as they work to keep our students and our schools healthy. Remember, you can find the graphic below any time on our website under Clinics, Health and Wellness.


DES teachers working hard on Early Release Day to review our iReady reading data and plan for small group interventions! #KnightStrong





We are so lucky to have the most amazing counselor and mental health professional at Dardenne! We love Mrs. Davenport and Mrs. Renee!! Happy National School Counseling Week!


Who's ready for some wings? Support Dardenne Elementary and visit Buffalo Wild Wings on Wednesday, February 5th, anytime during the day or night! Don't forget to present the ticket to the server! https://drive.google.com/file/d/1lMOhpPoBbHXeydmnJTyL9xBZA-Dcwdsw/view?usp=sharing


Kindergarteners explored pattern blocks, discovering the attributes of different shapes and identifying them in the world around them! We can't wait to meet our incoming kindergarteners on Enrollment Day! Stop by between 2 and 7 p.m. go.FZSD.us/Kindergarten


Do you know someone who will be 5 years old on or before July 31? Then it's time to get ready for Kindergarten! Enrollment day is March 5. Learn more on our website.
Set time for your soon-to-be Kindergartener to meet one of our Parent Educators for a Kindergarten Screening to help you monitor development, gain information that will help with individual growth, detect any potential delays and, provide support for intervention and enrichment. Sign-up for your student's Kindergarten Screening Today at go.FZSD.us/Kready


Congratulations to our Employee of the Year, Erica Strickland! #WeAreDES


Congratulations to our Educator of the Year Victoria Galluzzo! #WeAreDES


Honoring the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. today and every day. Let's continue to inspire change, promote equality, and strive for progress in our communities. #MLKDay #DreamBig


Is your child missing a coat, sweatshirt, or lunch box? Remind them to check our DES Lost and Found!



1st Grade math conversations are buzzing around the room. Students explore numbers, solve problems, and learn to think critically through meaningful discussions. Math is more fun when we talk it out! #LearningTogether #KnightStrong





Our 2nd graders are hard at work practicing reading fluently, building confidence, and improving comprehension every day! #KnightStrong




Using music to spark creativity unlocks new ways of thinking and expression. #PictureTheMusic #WeAreDES



Vertical teaming in math helps ensure a smooth progression of skills from one grade to the next. Through collaboration, teachers can align concepts, identify gaps, and provide stronger support for student success in math. #KnightStrong #WeAreDES





DES Teachers are making the most of the January Early Release Day by collaborating in PLCs to plan, review data, and ensure every student thrives! #Collaboration #KnightStrong https://des.fz.k12.mo.us/o/des/article/1968193


Want to learn more about a career in education? Join us for our first College of Education Connection Fair, 6-8 p.m., Jan. 23 at our Professional Development Center.
Want to teach in Fort Zumwalt? We're hosting a hiring fair for certified educators Feb. 1. Guaranteed interview!
Learn more: https://www.fz.k12.mo.us/article/1963989


Who's ready for some pizza? Support Dardenne Elementary on Tuesday, January 14th, and order from Papa Johns. Don't forget to use the promo code SSD002 when placing your order! #WeAreDES


Welcome back! We look forward to seeing staff and students in person today. It is an A Day for high schools and middle schools and a C Day for elementary. A few reminders:
Bundle up!
Give yourself extra time.
Elementary families please send all of your completed packets back today.
Meal options can be found in the FZ app or on your school website in the menu under Dining.
Wave to our crew! They did an amazing job getting your school ready for you come back.
Make it a great day!


All activities and facilities usage in Fort Zumwalt School District are canceled today, Jan. 10, 2025.
