🌟 Julian Family Reminders for the Week of 3/2🌟
We have a busy and exciting week ahead. Please review the important reminders below:
🚫 No After-School Programs This Week
There will be no 21st Century clubs or tutoring this week. Please plan accordingly for student pick-up after school.
🎟️ StuCo Free Dress Ticket Sale
Student Council will host a Free Dress Ticket Sale on:
📅 Monday, 3/2
⏰ 8:00–8:30am
Students can purchase tickets to use for Free Dress Wednesdays in March on 3/4, 3/18, and 3/25. Don’t miss it!
🎉 Spirit Week is Here!
We can’t wait to see everyone participate!
🌸 Monday: Spring Picture Day
👯 Tuesday: Twin Day
🦅 Wednesday: Julian Spirit Day
🤪 Thursday: Crazy Outfit Day
💤 Friday: Pajama Day
📚 Parent-Teacher Conferences (Wednesday–Friday)
Parent-teacher conferences will take place Wednesday through Friday this week. Our goal is 100% family participation because your partnership matters so much in your child’s success. If you do not yet have a conference scheduled, please contact your child’s teacher or the front office as soon as possible at 602-232-4950.
We look forward to connecting with you and celebrating your student’s growth! 🦅
Your Voice Matters in Curriculum Adoption
We believe that strong curriculum is built with community input. As part of our curriculum adoption process, instructional materials are now open for 60 days of public review and comment. Parents, guardians, educators, and community members are invited to explore the materials and share feedback.
🗓 Review period: Jan. 30 – March 30, 2026
6th-8th Grade Social Studies
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6th-8th Grade Science
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🔗 Learn more & submit comments
Thank you for partnering with us to support student learning.
Are you preparing for your first or next school administration interview? Join us for an Aspiring Administrators Interview Skills Clinic on Saturday from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m. at the Verna McClain Wellness Center
This interactive clinic is designed to help aspiring leaders confidently communicate their experience, navigate panel and scenario-based interviews, and stand out as strong leadership candidates.
Doors open at 8:30 a.m. for networking and breakfast.
Register Today
Who Should Attend
✓ Aspiring school administrators
✓ Teacher leaders and instructional coaches
✓ Deans, counselors and coordinators
✓ Educators pursuing leadership roles
What You’ll Learn
✓ Preparing for administrator-level interviews
✓ Answering panel and scenario-based questions
✓ Communicating leadership experience with clarity
✓ What hiring panels are really looking for
✓ Practical strategies to interview with
This event is hosted in partnership with the Arizona Association of Latino Administrators and Superintendents and the Arizona Alliance of Black School Educators
February 2026
https://roosevelt-school-district-66.edurooms.com/engage/roosevelt-school-district/newsletters/family-engagement-february-newsletter
Join us for our free mobile food distribution, in collaboration with St. Mary's Food Bank, on Friday, Feb. 27 at 8 a.m. Food items will be distributed in the parking lot of Bernard Black Entrepreneurial Academy.
🚗 For everyone’s safety, please enter the distribution site via Southern and 27th Ave.
✉️ Bring your ID and a piece of mail to confirm your address.
We are excited to share that Picture Day is almost here! All students will have their photo taken on Monday, March 2nd, and families will receive proofs at a later date with instructions on how to purchase if you choose.
What families need to know:
✨ Every child will be photographed.
✨ NO uniform is required — students may wear school-appropriate free dress.
✨ Photo proofs will be sent home after picture day with ordering details.
We can’t wait to see our Eagles looking their best! Thank you for helping your child come dressed ready to smile. 😊
🌟 Join Us for Principal’s Coffee Tomorrow at 9:00am at Julian! ☕
Families, we are excited to share that the Roosevelt Health Center will be joining us and this is truly an incredible opportunity for our community! The Roosevelt Health Center provides FREE wellness exams, physicals, and preventative health screenings led by supervising doctors and clinical teams who focus on supporting the health of the whole person. They are committed to making quality healthcare accessible to our families at no cost, and Spanish-speaking support is available.
This is a powerful resource right here in our community, and we encourage families to come learn more about how they can support your child’s health and well-being.
During Principal’s Coffee, we will also:
✅ Share important updates about upcoming AASA state testing
✅ Provide ways families can help students feel confident and prepared
✅ Answer questions and connect together as a school community
We hope you will join us: we are proud to bring such meaningful partners and opportunities to our PLJ families!
Prlncipal's Coffee Talk Meeting
At Julian School
Friday, February 20, 9:00-10:00am
Chatting About:
Celebrations
AASA Assessments
Guest: Sonora University Clinic
Coffee and refreshments will be available.
We look forward to seeing all of our students back on Tuesday, February 17 at 8:00am!
Please note that AZELLA testing for 2nd–4th grade students will begin right when we return, so it is especially important that students arrive on time, well rested, and ready to do their best.
Route 302 will take her students first (On Marguerite) and return to get the students for Route 303.
Route 220 will have a substitute driver this afternoon in Van T1, expect possible delays.
Julian families and community join us at the:
Principal's Coffee Talk Meeting
Friday, February 20, 9:00-10am
Talk theme:
-Celebrations
-AASA Assessment
-Guest: Sonora University Clinic
Join us for our P.L. Julian School Showcase on...
Wednesday, 2/4/26
5:00–6:30pm
📍 P.L. Julian School | 2149 E. Carver Dr., Phoenix, AZ 85040
Come out for a fun evening including:
✅ School tours for new & incoming kinder students
✅ Connect with staff
✅ Arts, crafts, and games
✅ PTSO & StuCo food sale
✅ High school & college fair
🎟️ Free dress tickets, raffle, and more!
✨ Students who attend will earn FREE DRESS to use on Thursday, 2/5!
📝 Enrollment for the 2026–2027 school year is now open—come get support registering for next year! Click the link to enroll your children: https://az-rsd-psv.edupoint.com/PXP2_OEN_Login.aspx
We can also help you connect to the RSD app while you're here!
We can’t wait to see you! 🦅
Our AZELLA Spring Reassessment will take place February 2 – March 6 for students in Kindergarten–8th grade who are identified as English Learners.
✨ What is AZELLA?
AZELLA measures students’ English language proficiency and helps ensure they receive the right support to be successful in the classroom. Students take this assessment once per year until they reach proficiency.
📝 What to expect:
• The test is untimed—students may take the time they need
• Talking with your child about the test can help reduce anxiety
• Practice tests are available online to help students feel prepared
💡 How families can help:
• Make sure your child arrives on time and well-rested
• Please avoid scheduling appointments that require late arrival or early dismissal during testing
Thank you for your continued support and partnership as we help our students grow and succeed! 🦅
Your voice matters to us! We are always looking for ways to improve our school, and your thoughts and feedback help guide our work to better support our students and families.
👉 Please take a few minutes to share your thoughts by completing the family survey below:
https://go.osu.edu/rooseveltpc25-26
🎉 Raffle Opportunity! 🎉
After completing the survey, please send a screenshot confirmation to either our family coordinator, Sylvia Gonzales or our school social worker, Danielle Richardson. All families who submit a screenshot will be entered into a raffle for one of four $25 gift cards!
Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts with us. We truly appreciate your partnership and support in making our school the best it can be for our students and families 🦅
This week, our school is focusing on the social skill of Disagreeing Appropriately. Each week, students practice skills that help them communicate respectfully, solve problems, and maintain positive relationships even when they don’t agree.
Families can support by modeling calm discussions at home and encouraging children to explain their thinking while listening to others.
The 4 steps to Disagreeing Appropriately are:
1. Look at the person 👀
2. Use a pleasant voice 🙂
3. Give a reason why you feel differently 💬
4. Listen to the other person 👂
Thank you for helping our students learn how to express their thoughts respectfully and thoughtfully in all settings!
Join us for our P.L. Julian School Showcase on...
Wednesday, 2/4/26
5:00–6:30pm
📍 P.L. Julian School | 2149 E. Carver Dr., Phoenix, AZ 85040
Come out for a fun evening including:
✅ School tours for new & incoming kinder students
✅ Connect with staff
✅ Arts, crafts, and games
✅ PTSO & StuCo food sale
✅ High school & college fair
🎟️ Free dress tickets, raffle, and more!
✨ Students who attend will earn FREE DRESS to use on Thursday, 2/5!
📝 Enrollment for the 2026–2027 school year is now open—come get support registering for next year! Click the link to enroll your children: https://az-rsd-psv.edupoint.com/PXP2_OEN_Login.aspx
We can’t wait to see you there! 🎉
PRINCIPAL'S COFFEE TALK MEETING
Friday, January 23, 9:00-10:00am
Chatting about:
-Celebrations
-AZELLA Assessment
-Kind and Safe Language
Coffee and special refreshments will be available!
P.L. Julian Weekly Social Skill Focus
This week, our school is focusing on the social skill of Using Self-Control Strategies. Each week, students learn and practice a new skill that helps them manage emotions, make good choices, and stay ready to learn.
Families can support by practicing these strategies at home and reminding children that it’s okay to take a moment to calm down when they’re feeling upset or overwhelmed.
The 5 steps to Using Self-Control Strategies are:
1. Pay attention to your body’s reaction 👀
2. Breathe slowly and deeply 🌬️
3. Relax any tense muscles 💪➡️😌
4. Ask for a few minutes alone to calm down (if needed) ⏳
5. If calming down is difficult, ask a trusted person for help 🤝
Thank you for partnering with us to help students build strong self-control and coping skills at school, at home, and in the community!
Just a reminder that we do not have school today as we honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Dr. King dedicated his life to fighting for justice, equality, and civil rights, and we take this day to reflect on his legacy and the importance of treating others with kindness & respect and showing up for those in need with courage.
Also, tomorrow, Tuesday 1/20, is our 100th Day of School! 🎉📚 Please make sure your child comes to school so they can celebrate with their class.
Attendance on the 100th Day is especially important because this is the day our school funding amounts are calculated based on student attendance. This funding helps support our school programs, staff, and resources for students. Sending your children to school matters!
Thank you for making attendance a priority and for supporting our school! 🦅
