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Dickson Weekly Update | Newsletter #17

Posted Date: 11/30/25 (04:25 PM)


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The Weekly Update December 1, 2025

December 1, 2025

Week 17



PRINCIPAL's MESSAGE


💫 Week 17: Welcome Back, Dickson Stars!

Joy, Community, and Exciting Events Ahead!


Dear Dickson Star Families,


We hope you had a wonderful and restful Thanksgiving Break filled with family, connection, and moments of gratitude. It’s great to have our students back on campus as we begin the final two and a half weeks of learning before Winter Break!


As we transition into this festive season, we are excited for the special events coming up that bring our school community together.


❄️ PTA Winter Wonderland — Wednesday, December 3rd | 4:00–6:00 p.m.
Join us for a magical evening at our PTA Winter Wonderland!
Families will help with PTA fundraising while enjoying:

🎅📸 Photos with Santa - $5 for each photo print

❄️✨ Winter-themed photo spots - $5 for each photo print

☕🍪 Warm drinks, treats, and simple winter activities - prices vary

It’s a wonderful way to kick off the holiday season—we hope to see you there!


🎶 Holiday Program — Wednesday, December 17th
We are excited to welcome families for our Holiday Program, where each grade level will perform a festive poem or song. Families may attend in person or watch via Zoom. Below are the tentative performance times by grade level:

🌟 Tentative Schedule:
8:00 a.m. — TK
8:15 a.m. — Kindergarten
8:30 a.m. — 1st Grade
8:40 a.m. — 2nd Grade
8:50 a.m. — 3rd Grade
9:00 a.m. — 4th Grade
9:10 a.m. — 5th Grade

9:20 a.m. — 6th Grade

Thank you for supporting PTA by purchasing drinks and snacks during the event!

We look forward to celebrating our students as they share a little holiday joy with our Dickson community! 💙 Thank You, Families

As we move through these final weeks of 2025, we appreciate your continued partnership and the positivity you bring to our Dickson community. Our students thrive because of the care, support, and encouragement you provide every day.


Wishing everyone a wonderful Week 17 filled with learning, joy, and holiday spirit!

💙⭐️ Dickson Stars Shine Bright! ⭐️💙


With heartfelt gratitude,

Renae McCain

Proud Principal at Dickson Elementary



WINTER WONDERLAND PTA EVENT



REINDEER ROMP 5K RUN/WALK


🏃‍♀️🐾 Join the Reindeer Romp 5K on December 6th! 🏃‍♂️🎄

The Chino Valley YMCA is hosting its annual Reindeer Romp 5K, a festive and family-friendly run to kick off the holiday season! This is a wonderful opportunity for families, friends, and our Dickson runners to get active together and enjoy a fun community event.

Many of our students and Running Club members have participated in the past, and it’s always a great experience filled with holiday cheer. If your family is interested in joining the fun, you can find event details and registration information at the link below:


👉 Reindeer Romp Information & Registration:
 runsignup.com/Race/CA/Chino/ChinoValleyYMCAReindeerRomp5K10K


Thank you to Mrs. Jodi Bannon for sharing this exciting community opportunity! 🎄✨🏃‍♂️🏃‍♀️



2nd Annual PE Turkey Trot


2nd Grade

3rd Grade

4th Grade


5th Grade

6th Grade

2nd Grade whole group


Turkey Trot Fun at Dickson!


We were thrilled to host our 2nd Annual Turkey Trot this week during students’ PE time! Our Dickson students showed incredible energy, sportsmanship, and enthusiasm as they ran, cheered, and celebrated this growing school tradition. (Our 1st graders were off enjoying a field trip!)


A huge thank you to our wonderful PE teachers, Mrs. Bannon and Mr. Mendez, for planning and leading this fun and festive event for our students. Their creativity and commitment bring so much joy to our campus!


Above are photos of the Turkey Trot winners from each grade level. Congratulations to all our runners!



1st Grade Field Trip to Bridges Auditorium






Our first graders had a wonderful day attending their field trip to Bridges Auditorium to watch the play Annie! For many of our students, this was their first time riding a school bus, which made the experience even more special and exciting.

We are so grateful for opportunities like these that allow us to provide new, enriching experiences for our students—experiences that spark curiosity, build memories, and connect learning to the world around them.

Here are a few photos from their day. We hope you enjoy them as much as the students enjoyed their adventure!



Dickson Flag Football Team


🏈 Congratulations to Our Dickson Flag Football Team! 🏈

A huge congratulations to our amazing Flag Football team on an incredible and fun season! We are so proud of your teamwork, sportsmanship, and Star spirit on and off the field. ⭐️


A big thank you to Coach Mr. Martinez for his guidance and encouragement, and to Mr. Baeza for refereeing and supporting our players throughout the season. We appreciate you both!



Way to go, Dickson Stars! 🌟



2025-26 Dickson Student Council Members


Thank you to our Student Council Advisors Mr. Tarui and Miss Phan



Week 16 Shout Outs



UPCOMING DICKSON EVENTS


DECEMBER

December 3: Monthly Awards

8:10-8:40 am: TK & K

8:45-9:15 am: 1st & 2nd

9:25-9:55 am: 3rd & 4th

10:00-10:30 am: 5th & 6th

December 3: PTA Winter Wonderland | 4:00 - 6:00 pm | Holiday Photo Opportunity and Treats

December 6: Saturday School #2 | 8:00 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.

December 13: Chino Christmas Parade (Community Event)

December 17: Holiday Program | Tentative Times by Grade Level | Zoom Viewing Option

8:00 am TK | 8:15 am K

8:30 am 1st | 8:40 am 2nd | 8:50 am 3rd

9:00 am 4th | 9:10 am 5th | 9:20 am 6th

December 18 - January 2: Winter Break


JANUARY

January 5: 1st Day Back from Winter Break

January 12: Mrs. McCain off campus for a meeting | 7:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

January 13: 4th Grade Teachers at Math PLC Training

January 14: English Language Advisory Committee Mtg #2 (ELAC) | 8:00 - 9:00 a.m.

January 16: 6th Grade Panoramic Picture

January 19: NO SCHOOL for Martin Luther King Jr. Day

January 20: School Site Council Mtg #2 (SSC) | 2:40 - 3:40 p.m.

January 23: CVUSD Science Fair Set-Up | 3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

January 26: CVUSD Science Fair Judging | 8:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.

January 28: CVUSD Science Fair Awards | 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. | Woodcrest JHS

January 28: Monthly Awards 

8:10-8:40 am: TK & K

8:45-9:15 am: 1st & 2nd

9:25-9:55 am: 3rd & 4th

10:00-10:30: 5th & 6th



FEBRUARY

February 13: End of Trimester 2 (10/27/25 to 2/13/26)

February 21: Saturday School #3 | 8:00 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.

February 28: Reports Cards Go Home


MARCH

March 2: School Site Council Mtg #3 (SSC) | 2:40 - 3:40 p.m.

March 4: Trimester Awards

8:00 a.m. TK & K

8:35 a.m. 1st & 2nd & 2/3 Combo

9:15 a.m. 3rd & 4th

9:50 a.m. 5th & 6th

March 14: Saturday School #4 | 8:00 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.

March 20: Spring & Promotion Pictures

March 27: Minimum Day

March 27: Goodies with Grown-ups | 6:45 - 7:30 a.m.

March 30 - April 6: SPRING BREAK


APRIL

April 6: 1st Day Back

April 15: Monthly Awards

8:10-8:40 am: TK & K

8:45-9:15 am: 1st & 2nd

9:25-9:55 am: 3rd & 4th

10:00-10:30: 5th & 6th

April 17: PTA FUN RUN

April 27: School Site Council Mtg #4 (SSC) | 2:40 - 3:40 p.m.


MAY

May 1: PTA STARCHELLA | 5:00 - 7:00 p.m.

May 4 - May 8: Staff Appreciation Week

May 11: School Site Council Mtg #4 (SSC) | 2:40 - 3:40 p.m. | Tentative

May 12: End of Trimester 3 (2/17/26 to 5/12/26)

May 18 - 21: TK & Kinder all Minimum Days | 7:50 a.m. - 11:10 a.m.

May 18: 1st - 5th Trimester 3 Awards | Times on Flyer sent home

May 19: TK & K Trimester Awards

May 19: Don Lugo HS Graduation @ Don Lugo Football Stadium | 4:00 - 6:00 p.m. 

May 20: 6th Grade Promotion & Awards | 8:15 a.m.

May 21: LAST DAY OF SCHOOL | Report Cards Go Home

*Dates and times are subject to change



CVUSD Recruitment Fair


Dear CVUSD Community,

When you’re dedicated to supporting students thrive, you need the right crew that shares that same devotion. That’s why we’re excited to share some exciting news! The District is looking for passionate parents, guardians, and friends like YOU to join its award-winning team to continue CVUSD’S long history of excellence. Apply for a variety of roles that allow you to stay connected to your child’s school while getting paid to do what you love.


The Chino Valley USD Human Resources Department will host a District Recruitment Fair to help applicants explore exciting roles that get them involved with positively impacting CVUSD students!


When: Friday, December 12, 2025
Time: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Where: CVUSD PDC II (North of the New District Office)
 4545 Danito Ct.
 Chino, CA 91710
Note: The last testing period of the day will begin at 1 p.m.

The fair has been designed to simplify the hiring process and streamline onboarding efforts so applicants can begin supporting CVUSD students and their families as quickly as possible! During the recruitment event, you will be able to:

  • Submit Applications: Bring a current resume that highlights the position you are applying for.
  • Complete Required Testing
  • Submit Required Paperwork: Bring at least two letters of professional recommendation that are dated within the last two years, a copy of your most recent typing certificate (if applicable), proof of education, a photo ID, and any required certifications.
  • Interview with Department Directors and Supervisors

While all interested applicants are welcome to explore thrilling employment possibilities, a few positions of interest include:

  • Paraprofessionals I and II
  • Nutrition Services Professionals
  • Instructional Aides - Childhood Education
  • Playground Supervisors

As a CVUSD employee, you will enjoy mentorship and networking opportunities, leadership development, a collaborative working environment, encouraged career advancement, tuition reimbursement, and retirement benefits. Don’t miss this exciting opportunity to jumpstart your career with an award-winning team! For additional information or questions, please feel free to contact the Human Resources Department at (909) 628-1202, extension 1113. Interested applicants are also welcome to pre-register for the event to help HR representatives prepare for their participation: https://bit.ly/careerfair12-25. 


For a complete listing of vacant positions, please visit www.edjoin.org/chinovalleyusd.


We're looking forward to you joining our team and supporting and inspiring the next generation of global and community leaders. After all, it takes a village!


Sincerely,
Chino Valley Unified School District



INTRADISTRICT OPEN ENROLLMENT TRANSFER PERIOD FOR THE 2026-2027 SCHOOL YEAR

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ATTENDANCE


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Attend Today, Achieve Tomorrow

5 minutes late or early out = 15 hours of missed instruction

10 minutes late or early out = 30 hours of missed instruction


Importance of Attendance

Regular school attendance is crucial for children's future success. A strong academic foundation helps students excel and achieve their goals. Attending class every day is key to mastering grade-level skills and graduating high school.


School Schedule

School starts daily at 7:50 a.m., so students should be seated and ready for instruction. To help, we offer breakfast and supervision from 7:10 - 7:40 a.m., when traffic is light.


Attendance Matters

Please make illness the only reason for absences. Missing school means missing important lessons, and catching up can be challenging. Last year, Dickson's attendance rate was 93%. Our goal is to reach a 96.5% attendance rate. This year’s campaign is ATTEND TODAY, ACHIEVE TOMORROW! The school with the highest attendance in each feeder group will win a trophy and a pizza party from the District!


Classroom Competitions

We will also have weekly attendance competitions in classrooms. Students with absences or tardies will be invited to attend Saturday School. Families with excessive absences (10%), tardies, or leaving early will be asked to attend a SART Meeting (School Attendance Review Team) with school administration to discuss how we can provide support. 


How You Can Help

Healthy school attendance is a team effort. Here’s how you can support:

  • Prepare: Get lunches, bookbags, and outfits ready the night before.

  • Schedule: Plan medical visits after school hours.

  • Plan: Arrange family activities when school is not in session.

  • Limit Absences: Only keep your child home if they have a contagious illness or have a fever over 101°.

  • Communicate: Talk to your child about their feelings about school.

  • Inform: Share the importance of consistent attendance.

  • Reach Out: Contact teachers or staff for assistance.

With your support, we can achieve the attendance goal of 96.5% and help students build confidence, friendships, academic skills, and life skills.


Let's Prioritize Attendance!

If you're facing any challenges, please let us know how we can help.


Reminder:

If students arrive after the 7:50 a.m. bell, please sign them in. This ensures accurate attendance records. Students arriving late will be marked tardy, regardless of their entry point. We welcome every student warmly, but we want them to get every minute of learning!



CLICK HERE to REPORT an ABSENCE through Parent Square or call (909) 591-2653

Reminders

  • Breakfast is available from 7:10 - 7:40 every morning. If a bus is late, breakfast is still available to the students that rode the bus that day.
  • Food sharing is not allowed for multiple reasons, but most importantly for safety, including allergies. Sending healthy snacks and food helps student focus and have optimal performance.
  • All devices: (cell phones, smart watches, iPads..) must be off and out of sight while on school campus. If your child needs to contact you, they can ask their teacher or the office for assistance. If you need to contact your child, you may leave a message in the office and it will be provided during a break.
  • Dress Code: The weather is very warm, so please review our dress code policy to be sure your child is wearing approved school appropriate clothing. (Frequent topics: Clothing is expected to covered shoulders to mid-thigh with no skin or undergarments showing. Shoes must be worn with back straps on at all times. Make-up is not allowed.)
  • PE and Recess: Back straps on crocks have been ripping easily. Please send your child to school with study shoes to help keep them safe. If you need assistance in getting sturdier shoes, please let Administrators know and we would be happy to help.
  • Lost & Found: Please write your child's name on everything they bring to school. Their lunch pails, water bottles, jackets, sweaters, etc... Many items get misplaced and staff has to put unlabeled items in the lost and found, often going unclaimed.


 SOAR (after school care)


SOAR PICK-UP

To sign out your student(s) out of SOAR, please park on Roswell Ave. or in the Doris Dickson parking lot and walk to the side gate. This gate is located on the left side of the school on Roswell between the cafeteria and the tennis courts.


When you arrive, please call the SOAR site phone number (909) 536-6420, and a staff member will meet you at the side gate to sign out your student(s). Staff will no longer walk students to the front of the school to exit. Please be sure to share this information with all approved individuals on your student's emergency contact list.


For questions regarding the new Dickson SOAR sign-out procedures, please contact Tricia Huffman by calling (909) 628-1202 ext. 8990 or by emailing tricia_huffman@chino.k12.ca.us.



Thank you.

Tricia Huffman

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Para firmar la salida de su(s) estudiante(s), por favor estacione en Roswell Ave. o en el estacionamiento de Doris Dickson y camine hasta la puerta lateral. Esta puerta se encuentra en el lado izquierdo de la escuela entre la cafetería y las canchas de tenis.


Cuando llegue, llame al número de teléfono del sitio (909-664-3447), y un miembro del personal se reunirá con usted en la puerta lateral para firmar la salida de su(s) estudiante(s). El personal ya no caminará con los estudiantes hasta el frente de la escuela para salir. Por favor, asegúrese de compartir esta información con todas las personas aprobadas en la lista de contactos de emergencia de su estudiante.


Si tiene preguntas sobre los nuevos procedimientos de cierre de sesión de Dickson SOAR, comuníquese con Tricia Huffman llamando al 909-628-1202 ext. 8990 o enviando un correo electrónico a: tricia_huffman@chino.k12.ca.us.

 


Gracias.

Tricia Huffman



PBIS

Positive Behavior Intervention & Supports


PBIS at Dickson

DICKSON has been awarded PLATINUM Status again! 

We are 1 of 733 schools in all of California to earn this status!

To monitor our implementation, we complete school-wide Tiered Fidelity Inventories (TFI) 3 times a year.

Internal TFI = School Team monitor's our implementation

External TFI = School Team with a trained certified evaluator checks our implementation


2025-26 TFI Dates: (Subject to Change)

Tier 1 Internal TFI #1: Wednesday, October 29, 2025 at 8:30 a.m. | 86%

Tier 1 Internal TFI #2: Monday, February 2, 2026 at 8:30 a.m.

Tier 1 External TFI: Thursday, April 16, 2025 at 8:35 a.m.

Tier 2/3 Internal TFI #1: Thursday, Nov 6, 2025 at 8:00 a.m.

Tier 2/3 Internal TFI #2: Thursday, Jan 29, 2026 at 8:00 a.m.

Tier 2/3 External TFI: Thursday, April 16, 2025 at 1:00 p.m.

We achieved Platinum Recognition again! 


What is PBIS?

California PBIS Vision Statement: California PBIS supports the sustainable development of a safe, equitable, and positive climate and social culture for ALL.


Our schoolwide expectations are:

Be Respectful

Be Responsible

Be Safe

Behavior Matrix

Behavior Discipline Flow Chart

Definitions of Behavior



School Wide Expectations Video

This video is a great way to review school expectations with your child.

(Parents) School Expectations Presentation (2024).webm


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CHARACTER TRAIT OF THE MONTH


We follow the pillars of Character Counts.


We invite our parents/guardians to support the learning of character by discussing the following:


August/September: Respect - Follow the "Golden Rule": Treat others like the way you would like to be treated.

October/November: Responsibility - We take responsibility for our actions.

December/January: Caring - Care for others, and not just about ourselves.

February/March: Trustworthiness - Be a person others can trust. We follow through our promises.

April/May: Citizenship - We do the right thing, and follow the rules/expectations. We get involved in our community.

Year Long: Fairness - We can think of others when making decisions. Treat others with fairness.



MTSS | Multi-Tiered Systems of Support


MTSS-A (Academic Support) | MTSS-B (Behavior Support)

At Dickson, our students benefit from Tier 1, Tier 2, and Tier 3 support.


MTSS-A | Academic Support

Dickson's Intervention Teacher, Miss Kertesz, works with small groups of students to provide Tier 3 academic support with curriculum and programs focused on supporting our student's academic foundational skills. Speak to your child's teacher about academic concerns and to schedule a parent teacher conference.


MTSS-B | Behavior Support

Dickson's Counselor, Veronica Garcia, works with small groups of students to provide Tier 2 and Tier 3 counseling with a curriculum focused on supporting our students' social-emotional health. You can request support if you have concerns regarding your child's social-emotional health.

MTSS-B contact information: veronica_garcia@chino.k12.ca.us or (909) 591-2653 x4711.


We also have additional counseling services:

Positive Action for Life Success (PALS) program (skills based group)

Chino Human Services (Individual School Based Counseling)

Behavior Health Counseling (Therapeutic Individual Counseling)


Request For Support

Click on the picture to access the online Parent Request for Support form.

For social emotional support, academic support and/or family support




Drop Off & Pick Up Procedures


Traffic Safety Reminder for Drop-Off and Pick-Up

We kindly ask for your help in ensuring a safe environment during drop-off and pick-up times. Please adhere to all traffic laws, posted signs, and staff instructions. Every individual's cooperation is essential in creating a safer environment. While I understand that many adults may be in a hurry, it is imperative that we prioritize safety above all else.


Key Points:

  • Safety First: Adult behaviors during arrival and dismissal can impact student safety. Please prioritize safety over speed, even when in a hurry.

  • Drop-Off Guidelines:

    • Follow the signs to the designated drop-off area.
    • Pull up as far as possible to accommodate more cars and help students enter and exit efficiently.
  • Important Safety Reminders:

    • Children must not exit vehicles in the parking lot. Please park and walk your child across the designated crosswalk.
    • Drive slowly and attentively in the parking lot. Stay vigilant and cautious.
  • Crosswalk Usage:

    • Always use the crosswalk and set a positive example for our students.
    • Do not stop or park along the red-painted curbs on Roswell Street, as these are for emergency vehicles.

By working together and following these safety practices, we can enhance student safety and improve traffic flow.


Thank you for your attention and cooperation. The drop-off and pick-up procedures are available below and on the Dickson Website.


We appreciate families who:

  • Pull up to the curb, allowing more cars and ensuring safe student entry and exit.
  • Park in visitor spots and accompany their children across the parking lot safely.


Arrival and Dismissal Tips:

  • Arrive between 7:10-7:40 to avoid the 7:40-7:50 traffic.
  • The best options are to walk from home or drive through the drop-off/pick-up line.
  • Do not stop in the middle of any street or at red/yellow curbs.
  • Be respectful of neighbors by keeping mailboxes and driveways accessible.
  • Cross at the stop sign with the crossing guard to ensure safety.


Parking Policy:

  • Parking spots are designated for staff and visitors. Please avoid blocking staff parking.

Thank you for your continued commitment to safety! Please review the arrival and dismissal map and share these guidelines with anyone picking up your child.


If you have any questions, feel free to call the office.



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Dickson Communication is through ParentSquare


Aeries Communications Powered by ParentSquare

The Chino Valley Unified School District is excited to engage with families using Aeries Communications powered by ParentSquare (voicemail, email and text message)! ParentSquare is designed to keep parents informed and facilitate participation between school and home. It provides a safe way for school principals, teachers, staff, and parents to:


  • Send and receive district, school, and class information
  • Submit attendance notes
  • Share photos, files, and links
  • Post and see calendar items
  • And so much more!

Communications are all in one convenient location!


Parents and Guardians are able to access posts using:

  • Email
  • Smartphone app
  • Phone (voice)
  • SMS (text) message
  • Web app within Aeries Parent Portal

To activate your ParentSquare account, enter your Aeries Parent Portal, tap on Communications, and confirm the data you see there.


Download the ParentSquare App
Parent/Guardian Information
Getting Started with Parent Square

AERIES PARENT PORTAL


https://www.chino.k12.ca.us/Page/38456

DIRECTIONS for CREATING AN AERIES PARENT PORTAL:

It's much easier now to create an Aeries account! All parents need to create the account once you are registered. Instructions to create a Parent Portal on Aeries.


Click Here to login to your Aeries Portal Account


Instructions for How to Confirming your Student Portal Account


With your Aeries Parent Portal account you can view your child's information, including their grades and attendance. 


Parent Square is connected to the Aeries Parent Portal and all school related messages can be found through Parent Square.


If you need any assistance, you can stop by the office for help. We recommend calling for an appointment to have a guaranteed time for 1:1 support.



2025-26 Traditional Student Attendance Calendar | Click Here

2025-26 Bell Schedule | Click Here

LUNCH MENUS | Nutrition | Click Here

2025-26 Dickson Parent Compacts by Grade Level | Click Here

2025-26 Dickson Parent Student Handbook | English Click Here
2024-25 Dickson Parent Student Handbook | Spanish Click Here

Update 2025-26 Dickson Parent Student Handbook in Spanish coming soon


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PTA | Parent Teacher Association


A Heartfelt Thank You to Our PTA Board and Volunteers

We want to take a moment to express our deep gratitude to our incredible PTA Board and the many volunteers who support our school community. Often, the hard work and dedication of our parent and staff volunteers go unrecognized, and we want to shine a light on the amazing contributions they make.


Every member of our PTA, including the board members, is a volunteer, and we encourage more families to get involved. The more volunteers we have, the more wonderful events we can bring to the Dickson community.


As Bill Richardson wisely said, "We cannot accomplish all that we need to do without working together." Let's continue to work hand in hand to create memorable experiences for our children and families!


The Dickson PTA plays a vital role in planning, organizing, and executing a variety of enriching activities for our students and families, including:

  • Testing Kick off Color Fun Run
  • Decorations for the 5th Grade are Graduation
  • Organizing, ordering, and fulfilling Spirit Wear
  • Hosting the PTA Membership Drive
  • Running After School Snack Cart Concessions on Wednesdays
  • Managing the Birthday Marquee funds
  • Conducting Fundraising efforts (Thinknlocal, Pacific, Otis Spunkmeyer, See's Candy, Family Dinner Nights, etc.)
  • Organizing Trunk or Treat - Family Night
  • Coordinating Buddy Pictures
  • Helping with Yearbook Sales
  • Conducting Clothing Drives
  • Organizing the volunteers for the Book Fair
  • Organizing the Fun Run
  • Planning Starchella - Family Dance
  • Supporting 6th Grade Activities
  • Creating decor like Balloon Arches, Banners, etc... for events
  • Purchasing and dispersing student treats for Spirit Wear and Attendance Winners
  • And much much more!



Meet your 2025-26 PTA Board

Anyone can join PTA at any time! There is no mandatory commitment, participate any way that you are able. Please contact a PTA Board Member or the school office for more information.


Wednesday, PTA Snack Cart - Always looking for more help!

The PTA volunteers generously give their time selling snacks after school on Wednesdays. All proceeds go directly back to our students.


  • All students are expected to wait respectfully in line.
  • Only students with money may stand in line for a snack. All students without money must exit campus to wait for their ride home.
  • Families may not park or wait on the drive through curb for their child to get a snack. Please find a place to park so you do not hold up traffic for families that need to pick up and leave.
  • Bus riders MUST go straight to the bus. The bus is on a schedule and is not allowed to wait. We give reminders that all Bus riders must go straight to the bus.
  • SOAR students are required to check in with SOAR immediately after school. Soar staff members will walk students with money over to the PTA snack cart.


PTA MEMBERSHIP DRIVE

PTA continues to accepts PTA Memberships throughout the year. Every membership makes a difference and supports students directly.


Every class that has 100% PTA Memberships will earn an Ice Cream Party! Families are welcome to donate and/or sponsor memberships for their child’s class as well.


If you pay for anything via Zelle, make sure you type your student’s name, teacher and reason for payment to ensure PTA aligns your payment correctly. Payments with no memo/note may go into overall donations.



SPIRIT WEAR

We wear our Dickson Spirit Wear every Friday! Classes with the highest participation win a prize.

Spirit Wear must be official Dickson Spirit Wear or a full red shirt to count toward the participation.


sʜᴏᴡ ʏᴏᴜʀ ᴅɪᴄᴋsᴏɴ sᴘɪʀɪᴛ ғʀɪᴅᴀʏ ʙʏ ᴡᴇᴀʀɪɴɢ ʏᴏᴜʀ ᴅɪᴄᴋsᴏɴ sʜɪʀᴛ ᴏʀ ᴛʜᴇ ᴄᴏʟᴏʀ ʀᴇᴅ!

ᴅᴏɴ’ᴛ ʜᴀᴠᴇ ᴀ ᴅɪᴄᴋsᴏɴ sʜɪʀᴛ ʏᴇᴛ?
ᴅᴏɴ’ᴛ ᴡᴏʀʀʏ, sᴀʟᴇs ᴀʀᴇ ɴᴏᴡ ᴏᴘᴇɴ!

ғɪʟʟ ᴏᴜᴛ ʏᴏᴜʀ ᴏʀᴅᴇʀ ғᴏʀᴍ ɪɴ ᴛʜᴇ ᴏғғɪᴄᴇ ᴀɴᴅ ᴡᴇ ᴄᴀɴ ɢᴇᴛ sᴘɪʀɪᴛ ᴡᴇᴀʀ ᴅᴇʟɪᴠᴇʀᴇᴅ ᴛᴏ ʏᴏᴜʀ ᴄʜɪʟᴅ’s ᴄʟᴀss ᴀsᴀᴘ! ʀᴇᴍᴇᴍʙᴇʀ ᴄᴀsʜ ᴏɴʟʏ!

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¡ʀᴇᴄᴜᴇʀᴅᴀ ᴍᴏsᴛʀᴀʀ ᴛᴜ ᴅɪᴄᴋsᴏɴ sᴘɪʀɪᴛ ᴍᴀɴ̃ᴀɴᴀ ʏ ᴛᴏᴅᴏs ʟᴏs ᴠɪᴇʀɴᴇs ᴜsᴀɴᴅᴏ ᴛᴜ ᴄᴀᴍɪsᴀ ᴅɪᴄᴋsᴏɴ ᴏ ᴇʟ ᴄᴏʟᴏʀ ʀᴏᴊᴏ!

¿ᴛᴏᴅᴀᴠɪ́ᴀ ɴᴏ ᴛɪᴇɴᴇs ᴜɴᴀ ᴄᴀᴍɪsᴀ ᴅᴇ ᴅɪᴄᴋsᴏɴ?
ɴᴏ ᴛᴇ ᴘʀᴇᴏᴄᴜᴘᴇs, ¡ʟᴀs ᴠᴇɴᴛᴀs ʏᴀ ᴇsᴛᴀ́ɴ ᴀʙɪᴇʀᴛᴀs!

¡ʟʟᴇɴᴇ sᴜ ғᴏʀᴍᴜʟᴀʀɪᴏ ᴅᴇ ᴘᴇᴅɪᴅᴏ ᴇɴ ʟᴀ ᴏғɪᴄɪɴᴀ ʏ ᴘᴏᴅᴇᴍᴏs ʀᴇᴄɪʙɪʀ ʀᴏᴘᴀ ᴅᴇ ᴇsᴘɪ́ʀɪᴛᴜ ᴇɴ ʟᴀ ᴄʟᴀsᴇ ᴅᴇ sᴜ ʜɪᴊᴏ ʟᴏ ᴀɴᴛᴇs ᴘᴏsɪʙʟᴇ! ¡ʀᴇᴄᴜᴇʀᴅᴀ sᴏʟᴏ ᴇɴ ᴇғᴇᴄᴛɪᴠᴏ!



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GREEN TEAM REMINDERS


To help keep California and our school beautiful, Dickson students and staff are educated on the importance of reducing food waste, recycling, and saving energy. Dickson participates in sorting our food and trashing during breakfast and lunch. 

If you would like to learn more about saving energy at home, please see the tips sheet below. 


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Doris Dickson Elementary School

Website: https://dickson.chino.k12.ca.us/38026_1

Principal: Renae McCain

Email: renae_mccain@chino.k12.ca.us

Assistant Principal: Don Jones

Email: don_jones@chino.k12.ca.us

Assistant Principal: Amparo Covarrubias

Email: amparo_covarrubias@chino.k12.ca.us


Location: 3930 Pamela Drive | Chino, CA 91710

Phone Number: (909) 591-2653

School Hours: Bell Schedule


Principal Renae McCain

Assistant Principal Celina Sedillo

Assistant Principal Amparo Covarrubias


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Renae McCain
Principal, Doris Dickson Elementary