Policy Reminder: No Dogs on School Grounds

9/27/2024 7:01 am

Dallin Families:

We are asking for your cooperation. Dallin Elementary is a pet/animal-free campus per district policy. Families are welcome to wait with their child (or each other) during arrival, but animals should remain on Florence Field or the surrounding sidewalks.

We have students whose school day can be greatly affected by their morning arrival transition, and animals—dogs in particular—can unfortunately make a big, not-positive impact. Also, many of our student have allergies that may be triggered by contact with your pet.

This is a shared policy for all public buildings in the Town of Arlington unless noted otherwise or your animal is a service animal.

Thanks for your cooperation.

Welcome (back) to the PTO!

9/20/2024 7:10 am

The Dallin PTO is excited to welcome (back) parents and caregivers and to invite folks to join us this year for amazing events and plenty of volunteer opportunities! To see everything the PTO is up to, check out the new website.

We know how busy everyone is, so there are many ways to get involved that accommodate different schedules, abilities, and interests. Reach out to Jamie Fisher (jamiejacee@gmail.com) if you have any questions or want more information.

You're Invited: First PTO Meeting Next Week

Join us Tuesday, 9/24 @ 7pm on Zoom (info below) to vote on new Spirit Wear, review this year's budget, and learn about Playworks from Thad Dingman. Playworks is an organization that will be working with students during recess this year. 

Join Zoom Meeting 
Meeting ID: 895 0301 7671 
Passcode: 175553

Get Involved: Current Need Room Reps!

There are tons of volunteering opportunities this year! See all of the options we currently have and let us know if you want to do something new. Interested in being a Room Rep? It's a fun, easy role that helps you connect with other families, and we're recruiting folks right now!

Dallin STEAM Enrichment Activities in 2024-25

9/20/2024 7:09 am

Picture Day Scholarships

9/20/2024 7:08 am

Picture Day volunteers needed

9/20/2024 7:07 am

Dallin School Picture Day is fast approaching and will take place on Monday, September 23rd.  Picture day will be outside, weather permitting. To have a smooth day we are asking for volunteers. Please email tanya.ozbey@gmail.com with your availability: early (8:20 a.m. to ~10:30 a.m.) or late (10:30 a.m. to ~12:30. p.m.) or all day. Please also contact tanya.ozbey@gmail.com if you would like to be the picture day volunteer next year. 

Flu/COVID vaccine clinic October 21

9/20/2024 7:05 am

A FLU/COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic for ages 3 and up* will take place at Dallin on October 21, 2024 3:00-6:00pm

Other Vaccines available by request: Meningococcal, MMR, Tetanus, Varicella, etc.

Please schedule your appointment in advance & select the vaccines you wish to receive:

Appointment Link

Who: All Students*, Staff & Families

Where: Dallin Elementary School

When: October 21, 2024 3:00-6:00pm  

What Do I Bring:  Insurance card if you have one

Planning: Wear a short sleeved shirt  

*For students, a parent/guardian must be present

Girls(+) in Motion

9/20/2024 7:04 am

Join Dallin coaches Ms. Christensen and Ms. Lewis for 10 weeks of running fun! Girls (+) in Motion is a non-competitive program that inspires active lifestyles, friendships, personal growth and the confidence that comes from working toward and achieving goals. We meet twice a week for fun and energizing sessions that build physical and mental endurance and prepare us for an optional 5K road race that we will run as a team on Saturday, November 23 (further details upon registration). Please note: This program is inclusive of individuals identifying as transgender, non-binary, and gender nonconforming. Boys (+) in Motion programs will be offered in the spring.

Grades 4-5, $215

8 Mondays & Thursdays
Sept 23 – Nov 25, 2:30 – 3:45 pm

Register online:
ArlingtonCommunityEd.org
*Tuition assistance is available for most classes for qualifying Arlington residents.
Visit https://www.arlingtoncommunityed.org/tuition-assistance/ for details and to apply.

APS Rainbow Task Force Back-to-School Gathering 9/28

9/20/2024 7:03 am

We hope your school year is off to a wonderful start. On Saturday, September 28th from 12-2pm, the LGBTQIA+ Rainbow Leadership Task Force, in partnership with district elementary Rainbow Alliances, middle school QSAs, and the Arlington High School GSA will host a Back to School Outdoor Gathering on the front lawn of Arlington High School. The gathering will provide Arlington students and families the opportunity to connect across schools and build community. The event will celebrate inclusion, belonging and community and will include pizza for purchase, music, and a group art activity.

WHEN: Saturday, September 28th, 12-2pm
WHERE: Arlington High School (Front Lawn) 
Register to attend, volunteer, or pre-order pizza HERE
 

A percentage of the proceeds from the event will be donated to support ongoing events and initiatives which are focused on providing LGBTQIA+ students and allies with safe spaces to connect and discuss and celebrate LGBTQIA+ identities and experiences.  

Try Girl Scouts in Arlington!

9/20/2024 7:02 am

Cambridge Science Festival, Sept 23-29

9/20/2024 7:01 am

The Cambridge Science Festival is a week-long celebration of ingenuity, creativity and innovation. Highlighting science, technology, engineering, art, and math, the Festival is a multifaceted, multicultural event, making science accessible, interactive and fun.  The family-friendly science extravaganza Science Carnival, featuring over 100 activity booths, demonstrations, live music and events, including the ever-popular Robot Petting Zoo, wraps up the festival on September 29.

https://cambridgesciencefestival.org/

From the Principal: welcome back!

9/13/2024 7:12 am

Dear Dallin Families,

I can hardly believe it, but this year marks my 11th at Dallin! It’s been a privilege to work alongside such an amazing community of caring, dedicated students, families, and educators, and I’m truly excited about the year ahead. Please make sure to check the Dallin Digest each week for continued updates from myself and my partner in this work, Assistant Principal Mrs. Karustis.

This year, we’re embarking on the second phase of our ELA curriculum with the full implementation of the EL Education curriculum across all grade levels. This shift is important, aligning with our district’s vision for deeper learning. Our students will dive into four fascinating modules over the year—everything from exploring the wonders of rainforest biodiversity and the courageous athletes who have inspired social change to discovering the quirky world of freaky frogs and learning about schools around the globe that have triumphed over unique challenges. It’s going to be an incredible adventure in literacy and knowledge-building!

Fall Picnic Tonight!

9/13/2024 7:11 am

Room Reps needed!

9/13/2024 7:10 am

Join the Arlington SEPAC for its first meeting of the year! 

9/13/2024 7:09 am

Picture Day, Monday September 23

9/13/2024 7:08 am

Dallin School Picture Day is on Monday, September 23rd. You will receive an order form from Coffee Pond Photography in your child’s backpack shortly and extra forms will be available in the office. You can order photos two ways: fill out the order form and return it with payment to your child’s teacher on or before picture day OR order photos online, in advance, at coffeepond.com. Here is the Online Ordering Guide - Dallin Elementary School 2024.pdf. Sibling photos will not be taken this year.

Students who do not order photos will still receive a class photo. If you have questions, you may email Coffee Pond at lifeguards@coffeepond.com or call them at (800) 632-2323, Ext. 0.

To have a smooth day we are asking for volunteers. Please email with your availability: early (8:20 a.m. to ~10:30 a.m.) or late (10:30 a.m. to ~12:30. p.m.) or all day. You may also contact the picture coordinator at tanya.ozbey@gmail.com.