We want every student at Julian in class, every day, so they don't miss a single moment of learning. To celebrate great attendance, we're launching Free Dress Fridays again this year!

Here's how it works: if your student is present all day, arrives on time, and stays until dismissal Monday through Thursday, they earn the privilege of free dress on Friday!

Being at school on time, every day, makes a big difference. It means your child is here for every lesson, every friendship, and every chance to grow. Thank you for partnering with us to make attendance a priority!

Questions? Reach out to your student's teacher or the front office.

📢 New Health Guidelines for Classroom Celebrations

Eagle Families,

Starting this school year, Roosevelt School District No. 66 is following the Arizona Healthy Schools Act (Senate Bill 1062) and USDA Smart Snacks standards. These guidelines affect what food can be served or sold on campus, including for birthday celebrations and classroom parties.

What this means for you:

Many common snacks, like chips, candy, sugary drinks, and donuts, no longer meet the requirements and can't be brought in for celebrations. Homemade food items are also not allowed, since they don't come with the nutrition labeling needed to confirm they meet Smart Snacks standards. We want you to know this now so you're not caught off guard (or turned away!) if you're planning to bring something in for your child's special day.

What you can bring instead:

•Approved store-bought snacks like fresh fruit, low-fat yogurt, whole grain crackers, string cheese, or 100% fruit snacks
•Non-food celebration ideas, like small gift bags, stickers, pencils, or little trinkets for classmates. Such a thoughtful way to celebrate without worrying about food restrictions!

If you're planning to bring something in for your child's birthday, please message your child's teacher through Thrillshare ahead of time so they know to expect it.

If you're ever unsure whether an item qualifies, please contact Child Nutrition Services or our front office before purchasing.

Child Nutrition Services
📞 602-243-4835
📧 Heather.Cruickshank@rsd.k12.az.us

We appreciate your partnership in keeping our Eagles healthy and ready to learn!

The Eagle Way,
Percy L. Julian School

2026 Christmas Angel Program
For Families with Children Ages 0-12
The Salvation Army’s Angel Tree Program provides holiday gifts to children and families in need.

Register with your Julian Family Coordinator by contacting her at (602) 232-4950 for an appointment.
Registration runs through September 30. Hurry and schedule an appointment now.

What a wonderful first week we had at Percy L. Julian School! Our hallways were full of energy, our classrooms were buzzing with learning, and it was clear from day one that our Eagles are ready for a great year.

Thank you as always for trusting us with your children. That trust means everything to us, and our whole staff is committed to earning it every single day.

We also want to thank you for your patience as we worked through our dismissal routines this week. Getting everyone home safely takes teamwork, and we appreciate you working with us as we settle into our procedures.

A few important reminders:
📚 Benchmark testing is happening now. Students are taking their benchmark assessments this week and next. These results help our teachers understand exactly where each student is starting so we can support them well all year. Please make sure your child is at school and well rested during this window.

✅ Attendance matters every day. Daily attendance is one of the biggest factors in student success, and it's especially important during testing weeks. If your child needs to be absent, please contact the office so we can plan accordingly.

We're proud to have your Eagles with us again this year. Here's to a great year ahead!

🦅 IMPORTANT REMINDER🦅

P.L. Julian School's Meet the Teacher Night is TONIGHT!

📅 Thursday, July 30
🕐 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
📍 Percy L. Julian School

Come meet your child's teacher, tour the school, and get ready for an amazing year ahead!

🏥 FREE SPORTS PHYSICALS! Students can get a FREE physical for ANY sports season right there at the event, no appointment needed. Don't miss this chance to knock it off your back-to-school list!

We'll also have amazing community vendors and partners on site with resources, giveaways, and information for your family including many daycare & after school programming opportunities (and much more!).

We can't wait to see you there Eagles!

Meet the Teacher Night is Thursday, July 30, 5-7pm at P.L. Julian School!

Before you come see us, take a look at our uniform requirements so you're ready for day one. Questions? Our team is happy to help.

See you Thursday 7/30, Eagles! 🦅

Reinventing Roosevelt Community Listening Session
🗓️ Thursday, May 14 ⏰ 5-7 p.m.
📍Verna McClain Wellness Center

Join us for a listening session on the future of several RSD school sites and nearby parcels. Share your ideas, ask questions and help shape our community's future.

For more information, visit the Reinventing Roosevelt page.

Join us for our free mobile food distribution, in collaboration with St. Mary's Food Bank, on Friday, May 1 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.