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Family Engagement Workshops and Events
The Roosevel School District provides resources, workshops and events to help our families thrive. We are committed to collaborating with local partners to provide families with workshops, educational opportunities and resources that empower them to take an active role in their children’s education.
In addition to established partnerships with local community organizations and these upcoming events, our families have access to the Neighborhood House and Wellness Center, which provide free technology use, health and nutrition services.If there's an event you want to see at your school - tell us about it. It only takes a few minutes to fill out this brief survey and let us know what kinds of free classes and workshops you'd like to attend.
Upcoming Events
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English Classes
Jan. 18-April 14
9 a.m. or 6 p.m.
RegisterIn partnership with Rio Salado College, we are offering free virtual English classes for our Roosevelt families on Tuesdays and Thursdays, starting January 18, in the morning and evening.
Digital Learning Day
Feb. 22
9-10:30 a.m.
Virtual EventThe third annual Digital Learning Day with Apple Technology demonstrates how innovative technology supports teachers so they can provide fair and equitable learning for each child. The day will showcase the district’s innovative technology practices through tours; student, teacher and IT panels; and an introduction to Apple Professional Learning. Superintendent Dr. Quintin Boyce and ASU's Dr. Christine Wilkinson will deliver remarks.
Spring Enrollment Art and Resouce Fair
April 2
10 a.m.
Maxine O. Bush Elementary School
Past Workshops and Events
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Sept. and Oct. 2021
Twelfth Annual Preparedness and Wellness Expo
Sept. 11, 18, & 25; Oct. 9
9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Four locationsSeptember is National Preparedness Month and Mariopa County Public Health is focusing on being ready, prepared and healthy.
Starting Sept. 11, 2021, MCPH is offering multiple free services to prevent diseases like breast cancer, COVID-19, influenza, high blood pressure and more with free clinics in four communities across the valley from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. (mammograms are 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.).
Each weekend will be at a different location. For more information about services available at each location, visit the department's website.
Sept. 11
North Village Baptist Church
1010 E. Alice Ave., Phoenix, AZ 85020Sept. 18
Iglesia Cristiana El Buen Pastor
950 W 8th Ave, Mesa, AZ 85210Sept. 25
Emmanuel Temple / Templo Emanuel
3101 W Palm Ln, Phoenix, AZ 85009Oct. 9
St. Vincent de Paul School and Church
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June and July 2021
COVID-19 Vaccination Pods
June and July
Times vary based on dateThe Roosevelt School District is proud to partner with community organizations to offer vaccines to our students, families and South Phoenix community. Through these partnerships, vaccination PODs will be set up at Bernard Black, I.G. Conchos, P.L. Julian and Valley View schools on select dates this summer. More information about each vaccine site is below. The COVID-19 vaccine is available for free to all eligible age groups. Proof of insurance is not required.
Answers to your questions about the COVID-19 vaccine
June 10
5-6 p.m.Join us in one week for a discussion about the COVID-19 vaccine presented in partnership with Southwest Behavioral & Health Services. Dr. Francisco Moreno will cover, how the vaccine works, why it's important to get your vaccine, if your children need to get it and if it's safe to get if you're pregnant. This free event will be presented in English and Spanish. More information is avaialble on this flyer.
Everyone Can Create: Free Student Summer Camps
July 12-16, 2021
8 a.m. – Noon
Southwest Elementary SchoolThe Roosevelt School District is proud to offer free summer camps for students entering 5th-8th grades. Everyone Can Create camps, led by Apple Professional Learning, will engage students in a variety of activities from coding to digital media creation. Camps will be held in-person only and space is limited.
Everyone Can Code
Grades: Entering 5-8th
This camp introduces learners to a world of coding through interactive puzzles, fun characters and engaging activities. At the end of this camp, you will know Swift coding language and be able to use coding algorithms to solve puzzles. Camp led by Apple Professional Learning.Community App Challenge
Grades: Entering 7-8th
In this camp, you will work in a collaborative group through the Design Thinking process to plan an app to address a community problem. On the final day of camp, you and your team will pitch your app to a team of professionals who will declare a winner. No coding experience is needed. Camp led by Apple Professional Learning.Architecture Camp
Grades: Entering 6-8th
In this camp, you will work with professional architects from Orcutt | Winslow to design a building that addresses a problem within your community.Create Space with Media
Grades: Entering 5-8th
In this camp, you will learn how to use apps like Camera, Clips and iMovie to create your own video stories and share what you’re most passionate about. On the last day, you will attend a red carpet screening on your video! -
April 2021
A Family Health Forum: Vaccinations and Nutrition
Apri 7, 2021
5:30-6:30 p.m.Roosevelt School District in partnership with Valleywise, invites you and your family to join a free virtual forum to hear the latest information on COVID-19 vaccinations, nutrition resources, diabetes prevention and management and more from experts at Valleywise Health and our community partners. The forum will feature a Q&A session and will be conducted in both English and Spanish.
*The first 30 pre-registrants will receive a FREE FRY’s $25.00 Gift Card courtesy of Valleywise Health Foundation.
Featured Panelists:
Nelson Craig-Silva, BSN, RN
Director Nursing, Valleywise HealthSandra Chmelnik, RDN CDCES
Diabetes Program Manager, Valleywise HealthJhoana Molina
Media & Community Relations Coordinator, Maricopa County Public Health
City of Phoenix Adaptive Recreation activites
March-April
Register: 602-262-4874Adaptive Recreation programs are designed to empower individuals with disabilities. March activities include an art class, sign language class and a bingo event. See more details in their brochure. For more information, please call South Mountain Community Center.
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March 2021
Kinder Round Up
March 3, 2021
6-7 p.m.Students and families will receive free books, kindergarten readiness kits and more! Our school offices are open for you to pick up your free kindergarten readiness kit ahead of Wednesday's event. Call 602-243-4839 to find out which school to pick up your kit from.
Spring Break Meal Distirbution
March 8, 2021
7:30-8:30 a.m.We will have a one-day meal distribution on the first day of Spring Break, Monday, March 8. Families will receive 7 days’ worth of meals including breakfast, lunch, snack and dinner. There are five pickup locations and there will not be any mobile meal routes. Families with children under 18 are welcome to pickup one meal kit per child at one of these schools:
- Bernard Black
6550 S. 27th Ave.
Phoenix, AZ 85041 - Cloves C. Campbell
2624 E. South Mountain Ave.
Phoenix, AZ 85042 - C.O. Greenfield
7009 S. 10th St.
Phoenix, AZ 85042 - Ignacio Conchos
1718 W. Vineyard Road
Phoenix, AZ 85041 - Valley View Leadership Academy
8220 S. 7th Ave.
Phoenix, AZ 85041
City of Phoenix Adaptive Recreation activites
March
Adaptive Recreation programs are designed to empower individuals with disabilities. March activities include an art class, sign language class and a bingo event. See more details in their brochure. For more information, please call South Mountain Community Center.
- Bernard Black
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Feb. 2021
American Dream Academy self-paced workshops
Feb. 9 and 23, 2021
In the “Realizing the American Dream” courses, families will gain the tools and confidence to join forces with schools and communities to make sure their own children continue their academic growth to ensure and prepare for the university experience. For more information, visit the American Dream Academy on Facebook.
City of Phoenix Virtual Special Olympics Cheerleading
Feb. 16, 2021
6-7 p.m.The City of Phoenix Adaptive Recreation will be hosting practices virtually over 6 weeks. During this time the athletes will be working towards creating a virtual performance to submit to Special Olympics Arizona. Please be aware that a Special Olympics Arizona physical must be on file for participation. The form is available for download here.
For more information contact Angelica Raya: Angelica.Raya@Phoenix.gov | 602-262-4874
Science Curriculum Adoption Q&A Session
Feb. 2
5-6 p.m.The Roosevelt School District No. 66 needs the input of parents, guardians, students and community for the adoption of a new science curriculum. Review the curriculum for each of the finalists ahead of the live Q&A session.
Social Studies Curriculum Adoption Q&A Session
Feb. 3 (K-5)Feb. 4 (6-8)
5-6 p.m.
The Roosevelt School District No. 66 needs the input of parents, guardians, students and community for the adoption of a new social studies curriculum. Review the curriculum for each of the finalists ahead of the live Q&A session. -
Jan. 2021
Kith and Kin Project
Jan. 20, 2021
1:30 p.m. (Spanish)
4 p.m. (English)
After completion of class, first aid and CPR will be scheduled. Car seats, safety devices and learning products will be handed out.
Please register through Stacey.
Phoenix Rescue Mission
Jan. 19, 2020
9-11 a.m.
1902 W. Roeser Road, Phoenix, AZ 85041: First New Life ChurchFree community drive thru market with food and hygiene bags (while supplies last). Photo ID required.
Contact Rachel Stacke with questions: 602-346-3383 or RStacke@PhxMission.orgFamily Connection Workshop
Jan. 28, 2021
5 p.m.In this workshop child and family therapist, Amber Martinez, will walk us through some basic activities families can use to continue to connect with each other. This will be an interactive workshop, we want to hear your ideas, questions and thoughts! The first 20 families who register and attend will be eligible to receive a RSD swag bag or a grocery or gas gift card.
Amber Martinez is a counselor with New Horizon Community Care where she works with young children, teenagers and young adults. Her focus area is working with individuals who have experienced trauma to help them learn to break free of their past and move forward into a brighter future. In addition, Amber served as a convoy medic in Iraq with the Army National Guard from 2004 to 2005. Amber believes that in healthy, supportive relationships people can achieve incredible healing and growth.
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Dec. 2020
Kith and Kin Project - Session 1 (class offered only in Spanish)
Dec. 2 and 9, 2020
10 a.m. - 1 p.m.Kith and Kin Project Every Wed.
Spanish Class Only
Kith and Kin Project - Session 2 (class offered only in Spanish)
Dec. 2 and 9, 2020
3-5 p.m.Kith and Kin Project Every Wed.
Spanish Class Only
Phoenix Rescue Mission
Dec. 15, 2020
9-11 a.m.
1902 W. Roeser Road, Phoenix, AZ 85041: First New Life ChurchFree community drive thru market with food and hygiene bags (while supplies last). Photo ID required.
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Nov. 2020
Kith and Kin Project - Session 1 (class offered only in Spanish)
Nov. 4 and 8, 2020
10 a.m. - 1 p.m.Kith and Kin Project Every Wed.
Spanish Class Only
Kith and Kin Project - Session 2 (class offered only in Spanish)
Nov. 4 and 8, 2020
3-5 p.m.Kith and Kin Project Every Wed.
Spanish Class Only
Arizona State University's American Dream Academy
Nov. 5, 2020
6 p.m. (English)
6:20 p.m. (Spanish)The American Dream Academy, College Readiness Program is designed to help families gain the tools and confidence to join forces with their schools and communities to make sure their children have successful academic careers and prepare for a university experience. The program has graduated more than 50,000 parents and students. The 8-week academy culminates in a graduation ceremony for the parent and students.
Phoenix Rescue Mission
Nov. 17, 2020
9-11 a.m.
1902 W. Roeser Road, Phoenix, AZ 85041: First New Life ChurchFree community drive thru market with food and hygiene bags (while supplies last). Photo ID required.
Contact Rachel Stacke with questions: 602-346-3383 or RStacke@PhxMission.orgSupport for Virtual Learning: Helping your Child Focus and Succeed
Nov. 10, 2020
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Oct. 2020
COVID Mobile Testing at Irene Lopez School
Oct. 2, 2020
7 a.m. - 1 p.m.
4610 S. 12th Street, Phoenix AZ 85040: North Parking Lot by cafeteriaIrene Lopez and RSD are partnering with the City of Phoenix, and Vincere Cancer Center to bring mobile COVID-19 testing to our campus. Testing will be open to all community members. Please register online to reserve your spot. Walk ins are welcomed until 12p.m.
For questions, contact Michelle Cabanillas at (602) 524-7271
FREE Flu Vaccine for all Roosevelt School District Children & Adults
Oct. 14, 2020
1-4 p.m
4610 S. 12th Street, Phoenix AZ 85040: Irene Lopez School Gym• Practice social distancing & monitor the amount of people in the building at one time
• Ask only the person/s needing vaccine and or only one parent or guardian to accompany children. Everyone else is asked to remain outside of the building while practicing social distancing.
• Ask families to maintain social distancing while waiting
• Clean the area and items between families
• Ask families to avoid coming to the immunization clinic when you or your child is sick with COVID-19 symptoms, which may include fever, cough, and difficulty breathing.
Families will be asked to:
• Bring their own pen
• Wear a mask
• Bring the immunization record if available
• Bring the insurance card if available
Kith and Kin Project - Session 1 (class offered only in Spanish)
Oct. 14, 21 and 28, 2020
10 a.m. - 1 p.m.Kith and Kin Project Every Wed.
Spanish Class Only
Kith and Kin Project - Session 2 (class offered only in Spanish)
Oct. 14, 21 and 28 2020
3-5 p.m.Kith and Kin Project Every Wed.
Spanish Class Only
AZELLA Information Session
Oct. 15, 2020
10:30-11:30 a.m. (Spanish)
4-5 p.m. (English)The district will be hosting a virtual session to learn about the Arizona English Language Learner Assessment (AZELLA Test). This test is a standards-based assessment that measure students’ English language proficiency.
During the session, families will learn about: the format and purpose of the AZELLA Test, valuable information to help your student be successful in school, how to improve student language development and testing strategies.
Phoenix Rescue Mission
Oct. 20, 2020
9-11 a.m.
1902 W. Roeser Road, Phoenix, AZ 85041: First New Life ChurchFree community drive thru market with food and hygiene bags (while supplies last). Photo ID required.
Contact Rachel Stacke with questions: 602-346-3383 or RStacke@PhxMission.orgVirtual Child Find Meeting (RSD Exceptional Student Services Department)
Oct. 27, 2020
3-4 p.m.The Roosevelt Elementary School District provides Child Find screenings to locate and identify preschool children, ages 2 years and 9 months to 5 years, who may be eligible and need special education services.
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Sept. 2020
Parent Resource Forum In Partnership with Southwest Behavioral & Health Services
Sept. 10, 2020
6-7:30 p.m.Complete the post-event survey here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/PHPRDM9
More than 10 non-profit organizations will be available at this virtual resource forum event to share information about Positive Parenting Programs, Social and Emotional Learning and more!
Phoenix Children’s Hospital Raising resilient, Confident, Competent Children, The Power of Positive Parenting
Sept. 15, 2020
4-6 p.mRepresentatives will share information about the following topics: Raising resilient, Confident, Competent Children, The Power of Positive Parenting.
University of Arizona – Nutrition Class
Sept. 17 & 24, 2020
10-10:45 a.m. (Spanish)
11-11:45 a.m. (English)Health benefits of eating fruits and vegetables
Livening up meals with vegetables and fruits your family will enjoy
Easy ways to eat more fruits and vegetables at home and away
Shopping for and cooking with fruits and vegetables.
Safely preparing and storing produce
How to make Healthy Snacks AZ Health Zone University of Arizona Cooperative Extension Maricopa
Sept. 29, 2020
4:30 p.m. (English)
5:30 p.m. (Spanish)LEARN ABOUT
Health benefits of eating fruits and vegetables
Livening up meals with vegetables and fruits your family will enjoy
Easy ways to eat more fruits and vegetables at home and away
Shopping for and cooking with fruits and vegetables.
Safely preparing and storing produce
PARTICIPATE IN
A fun five-senses food activity for children
Preparing a healthy fruit snack with your child.
FREE Immunizations
Sept. 30, 202011 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.Maxine O. Bush Elementary School (Cafeteria) 602 E. Siesta Dr. Phoenix, AZ 85042Description
In partnership with the Maricopa County Public Health, our district will be providing FREE Immunizations for Preschool through 12th grade students. Families are asked to bring their own pen, immunization record and any immunization notices sent by the school, an insurance card if available and wear a mask if possible.
For questions you may call, 602-506-6767.
