This week, our school is focusing on the social skill of Ignoring Distractions. Each week, students learn and practice a new skill that helps them build self-control, focus, and responsibility, all are important tools for learning success!
Families can help by talking with their children about staying focused even when things around them are noisy or tempting.
The 4 steps to Ignoring Distractions are:
1. Avoid looking at the distraction 🚫👀
2. Stay focused on your assignment 🎯
3. Resist the urge to respond to questions, teasing, or laughing 🤫
4. If necessary, tell a nearby adult 🧑🏫
Thank you for reinforcing these focus and self-control skills at home and in the community!
Principal's Coffee at Julian School
📅 Nov. 21 ⏰ 9-10 a.m.
Join us for a chat about our anti-bullying policies and responses. Coffee and refreshments will be available.
For more information, call 602-232-4950.
We look forward to seeing you there!
We’re excited to welcome families to share a warm Thanksgiving meal with your students at Percy L. Julian School on Thursday, November 20, 2025!
Menu: Sliced turkey with gravy, mashed potatoes, stuffing, and all the fixings.
Cost: $4.75 per adult and non-enrolled student meal
Lunch Schedule:
-Kinder & Estrada – 10:45 AM
-1st Grade – 11:05 AM
-2nd Grade – 11:20 AM
-3rd Grade – 11:30 AM
-5th & 6th Grade – 11:50 AM
-7th & 8th Grade – 12:15 PM
-4th Grade & Halverson – 12:35 PM
Please check in at the front office upon arrival. We can’t wait to celebrate this special time together as a Julian family! 🦅
This week, our school is focusing on the social skill of Staying on Task. Each week, students practice a new skill that helps them build strong work habits and take responsibility for their learning.
Families can support by helping children practice this skill at home—whether it’s finishing homework, doing chores, or completing a fun project!
The 5 steps to Staying on Task are:
1. Look at your task or assignment 👀
2. Think about the steps needed to complete the task 💭
3. Focus all of your attention on the task 🎯
4. Stop working when instructed 🛑
5. Ignore distractions and interruptions from others 🙉
Thank you for helping your child strengthen focus and responsibility both at school and at home!
This week, our school is focusing on the social skill of Accepting “No” for an Answer. Each week, students learn a new skill that helps them build respect, responsibility, and self-control—skills that make a big difference both in school and at home.
Families can help by reinforcing these same steps when situations come up at home, such as when a child is told they can’t have or do something right away.
The 4 steps to Accepting “No” for an Answer are:
1. Look at the person 👀
2. Say “okay” 👍
3. Stay calm 😌
4. If you disagree, ask later 🕒
Thank you for supporting your child in learning how to handle disappointment respectfully and responsibly!
Equality Health Foundation is hosting their 9th Annual Healthy Fall Festival and Turkey Giveaway right here at Percy L. Julian School! 🎉 It’s going to be fun for everyone and a great way to kick off the holiday season with community, celebration, and gratitude.
📅 Saturday, November 8, 2025
🕘 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 Percy L. Julian School
What to Expect:
-Over 1,000 FREE turkey and fresh produce giveaways
-Healthcare resources including immunizations, vaccines, and flu shots
-Fun activities for kids and families
And it’s completely FREE to attend!
🚗 The flyer even includes a Lyft QR code for a $20 ride credit to help you get there!
Bring your family, friends, and neighbors: you won’t want to miss this amazing community event!
What an amazing night at our Trunk or Treat! It was such a blast seeing so many of our students and even our future Julian Eagles show up in costume and full of Halloween spirit! 👻✨
A huge thank you to our families, staff, and community partners who made the event such a success. We even had some special guests like the Phoenix Suns Gorilla and our giant Minion friend join the fun! 💛 ♥️
We also want to give a special shout-out to our incredible PTSO for their delicious food sale! All proceeds go right back to supporting our staff and students — thank you for your hard work and dedication. 🙌
Thank you for helping make Julian such a joyful and connected community. We love celebrating together and we wish everyone a safe and fun Halloween night! 🎃
Student Meal Updates
We understand that recent cuts to SNAP funding and the temporary lapse in benefits may cause concern for many of our Roosevelt families. Please rest assured that all Roosevelt students will continue to receive free breakfast and lunch every school day, regardless of any changes to SNAP.
P. L. Julian School: Weekly Social Skill Focus
This week, our school is focusing on the social skill of Asking for Permission. Each week, students learn and practice important skills that help them show respect, responsibility, and self-control in all settings.
Families can support by modeling and reinforcing these steps at home—whether your child is asking to use a device, go outside, or borrow something.
The 4 steps to Asking for Permission are:
1. Look at the person 👀
2. Use a calm and pleasant voice 🙂
3. Start with “May I…” 🙋♀️
4. Accept the answer calmly ✅
Thank you for helping your child practice this important life skill at home and in the community!
Eagles, remember — when you miss school, you miss out! 🦅
Every Friday is full of fun and celebration for students who show up ready to learn! Recently for lunch, we’ve had Chick-fil-A one week and Domino’s Pizza another — you never know what special treat we’ll have next! 🍗🍕
Fridays are also when we celebrate our amazing students with:
🎟️ “Caught Ya Being Good” Drawings
👕 Free Dress Friday for those who’ve earned it
🎤 School Assemblies that bring our Julian school community together
Make sure your child is here every day so they don’t miss out on the learning, fun, and excitement happening at Percy L. Julian School!
Purpose of a PTSO (Parent, Teacher, Student Organization): To provide a constant line of communication between parents and school and to promote understanding among all the school groups as well as a forum for discussion between parents, students, teachers, and administrators [Julian PTSO, Inc. 2025-26 By-Laws].
PTSO MEETING AGENDA
• Finances
• School T-shirts
• Trunk or Treat
• Volunteers
🌟 Join us Thursday! 🌟
Supporting Your Child for AZELLA Success Workshop
📅 Oct. 23 ⏰ 9–10:30 a.m. 📍 RSD Board Room
What to Expect:
Parents and caregivers will learn simple ways to support their children for the AZELLA test
Enjoy a Día de los Muertos altar and pan de muerto
Take home free bilingual books and homework dictionaries
Raffle 🎉
Don’t miss out — we can’t wait to see you there!
Preparando juntos a su hijo(a) para AZELLA
Acompáñenos a una sesión para padres donde aprenderá formas sencillas para apoyar a su hijo(a) en casa mientras se prepara para el examen AZELLA. También podrá disfrutar de un altar de Dia de los Muertos, pan de muerto, y la oportunidad de ganar premios en una rifa. ¡Cada familia recibirá recursos bilingües gratis, incluyendo libros y diccionarios escolares en su idioma!
Octubre 23 | District Board Room | 9:00-10:30 am
💼 Job Fair
Work for RSD and be the genesis of change in South Phoenix!
📅 Saturday, Oct. 25 ⏰ 10 a.m. – Noon
We're holding a job fair on Saturday, Oct. 25, to fill vacant classified positions including: bus drivers, maintenance techs, custodians, parapros and more!
📍Roosevelt School District Board Room
Bring your resume to the District Office between 10 a.m. and Noon and interview for the job that's right for you!
Walk-ins welcome, registration preferred
This week, our school is focusing on the social skill of Using an Appropriate Voice Level. Each week, students practice skills that help them communicate respectfully and contribute to a positive learning environment.
Families can support by talking about when and where to use different voice levels—such as speaking quietly in the library or using a louder voice on the playground.
The 3 steps to Using an Appropriate Voice Level are:
1. Listen to the level of the voices around you 👂
2. Change your level to match 🔄
3. Listen to the teacher’s directions and adjust your voice level if needed 🎯
Thank you for helping us build consistency between home and school as our students strengthen these important life skills!
Families and community members are invited
Chat with the principal regarding school initiatives while sharing coffee and light refreshments.
Bus Route Updates - Oct. 14
Due to the high volume of drivers out, Route 303 will operate with a Sub driver and vehicle.
Route 302 will assist with the transportation needs of the students of Route 303.
This week, our school is focusing on the social skill of Getting the Teacher’s Attention. Each week, students are learning and practicing important social skills that help them build responsibility, respect, and success in the classroom.
Families can help by encouraging these same habits at home and in the community!
The 4 steps to Getting the Teacher’s Attention are:
1. Look at the teacher 👀
2. Calmly raise your hand ✋
3. Wait to be called on by the teacher ⏱️
4. Ask your question 💬
Thank you for partnering with us to help our Eagles grow in both character and confidence!
