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Carlson Families,

Welcome back from Spring Break! I hope you had a restful and enjoyable time with your family and friends. As we return to school, we are gearing up for an exciting and important time of year. I can not believe that we are in the fourth quarter of school. With upcoming state tests for 3rd-6th grade , I want to share some tips that will help our students feel prepared, focused, and ready to do their best work.

1. Eat a Healthy Breakfast:
A nutritious breakfast is essential for fueling both the body and brain. Help your child choose foods that will give them energy and help them stay focused throughout the school day. A good breakfast can make a world of difference in how well they perform in class!

2. Get a Good Night's Sleep:
Rest is vital to a child’s success, especially as we head into testing season. Having a consistent bedtime routine brings structure and helps kids thrive. On nights before a big test, it’s especially important to ensure they get to bed early—by 9:00 PM is ideal! Adequate sleep helps them stay sharp and energized. Also, encourage your child to wake up with plenty of time in the morning, so they don’t feel rushed when getting ready for school. Reducing stress before a test is key!

3. Study and Prepare:
Finally, it’s all about putting in the effort. Encourage your child to attend school every day, listen to their teachers, complete homework assignments, and always try their best. Let them know that asking questions and seeking help when needed is a great way to prepare for success. Together, we can ensure they feel ready and confident!

We are so proud of all our students and the hard work they put in every day. With a little extra focus on healthy habits and preparation, we know they will rise to the occasion.

Thank you for your continued support.

Academically yours,

Ms. Elliott

Tues. Apr. 1st- 3rd-6th AASA Writing Assessment

Wed. Apr. 2nd- 3rd-6th AASA Math Part 1

Thurs. Apr. 3rd- 3rd-6th AASA Reading Part 1

Fri. Apr. 4th- Champs Lunch Citizenship

Mon. Apr. 7th- 3rd-6th AASA Reading Part 2

Tues. Apr. 8th- 3rd-6th AASA Math Part 2

Fr. Apr. 11th- Carnival

Thurs. Apr. 17th- Birthday Book Club

Fri. Apr. 18th - Spring Holiday, No School

Tues. Apr. 22nd- 6th Grade Recycle Fashion Show @1:30

Wed. Apr. 23rd- PTO Meeting @3:30 in the Media Center

Wed. Apr. 23rd- 2nd Grade Music Showcase @6:00 in the MPR

Fri. Apr. 25th- Lunch on the Lawn

Mon. Apr. 28th- 4th Grade Music Showcase @6:00 in the MPR

Mrs. Smith's class enjoyed a fun-filled afternoon of community building and hands-on learning! The students tie dyed shirts and kicked off their plant and animal unit by planting their very own Zinnia flowers, fostering both creativity and a deeper connection to the natural world.

This week, our 4th-grade students started their unit on natural disasters. Students were engaged on day one as they traveled around their classrooms writing about each natural disaster sparking their curiosity.

"Carlson's Pink Shirt Day was more than just wearing pink; it was about building a community of kindness. Project Connect's Kindness Project helped students visualize this by creating a chain of pink links, each representing an act of kindness. This powerful symbol will continue to inspire us to be kind every day."

Congrats to all of our science fair winners for their projects being selected for participation in AZSEF! We are so proud of our 6th graders as they have all worked so hard on their projects and really made a great team. Because of this, they now have the opportunity to go to state fair.

The Arizona Science and Engineering Fair (AzSEF) is the state fair for Arizona. Managed by Arizona Science Center, AzSEF brings together first-place winners from school, homeschool, district, county, and regional science fairs across Arizona to compete for thousands of dollars in prizes and scholarships. Several of our 6th grade students were able to participate in AzSEF at ASU on Thursday, congratulations CHAMPIONS!

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We’re excited for our upcoming Lunch on the Lawn event! Join us on Friday, April 25th, when the CUSD Food Truck will be on campus, serving delicious hamburgers and hotdogs. Don’t forget to preorder your meal by filling out the Google form below, if you would like to purchase one. Otherwise, feel free to bring lunches from your favorite restaurants. We can’t wait to see you there for this fun community event!

If you know any graduating high school seniors, please share the following information below.

Registration for the 2025-2026 school year opens is now open for in-boundary students and students approved for open enrollment in grades K-12. Preschool registration for 3-year-olds and PreK registration for 4-year-olds will also begin at the same time.

Come to the Carlson Talent Show try outs on Wednesday April 23rd! In order to try-out you will need your costume, music and/ or instrument, if needed, for your try-out. (*Music must be sent to Mrs. Murrieta in Mp3 form NO EXCEPTIONS!!!! All acts must be school appropriate, so no music with inappropriate language. Every member of the act must have a signed permission to slip filled out to tryout and perform by Thursday April 17th. The try-outs will be on Wednesday April 23rd during the school day.

Check out our upcoming PTO events below.

Nikki Macias, Carlson PTO President

Monica Jones - Treasurer

Elisa Gross, Director of Technology & Communications

Justine Krolikowski - Secretary

Andrea Klein- General Board Member

Natalie Cordova- General Board Member

Tuesday- Cookie Day

Wednesday- Chip Day

Friday- Ice Cream Day

Please use this link for any questions regarding food services Food & Nutrition / Nutrition Home (cusd80.com).

To find current meal prices, visit their website. On their website you will also find information on Free & Reduced Meals. Click here for a Free & Reduced Meal application. If you have additional questions on these updates, feel free to email them at nutrition@cusd80.com.

Name: John and Carol Carlson Elementary School

Address: 5400 S. White Drive, Chandler, AZ 85249

School Hours: 8:30 AM - 3:00 PM

Office Hours: 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM

Principal: Sarah Elliott

Dean of Students: Bridgett Matson

School Counselor: Tina Thelen

Office Manager: (480) 224-3807 (Mrs. Kim Kleinholz)

Front Office: (480) 224-3800 (Mrs. Cindy Dasso and Mrs. Kathy Quillen-Roberts)

Fax: (480) 224-9443

Website: https://www.cusd80.com/Domain/4422
Location: 5400 South White Drive, Chandler, AZ, USA
Phone: 480-224-3800
Facebook: facebook.com/CarlsonChamps