St. Mary’s Community Mobile Food Distribution
Please join us for our free mobile food distribution in collaboration with St. Mary’s Food Bank.
Date: Tuesday, December 16
Time: 8:00 a.m.
Location: Bernard Black Entrepreneurial Academy, 6550 S. 27th Ave., Phoenix, AZ 85041
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.
🚌 Farm Fresh Food Bus
In partnership with Activate Food Arizona, the Student Wellness Departments is bringing the Farm Fresh Bus to the District Office!
Stop by to shop high-quality, farm-fresh produce at reduced prices.
Date: Wednesday, December 10th Time: 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM
Link to December Parent and Family Newsletter: https://roosevelt-school-district-66.edurooms.com/engage/roosevelt-school-district/newsletters/family-engagement-december-newsletter
📝 Annual Parent/Caregiver Survey
Share your experiences and perceptions of Southwest School and the Roosevelt School District to help us understand what’s working well and where we can address barriers to engagement, better support families, and ensure our services are meeting the needs of our community.
The survey is anonymous and available in English and Spanish.
Students whose parents/caregivers complete the survey will receive raffle tickets and 25 PBIS points. The classroom with the highest completion rate wins a pizza party! To ensure your student receives their incentives:
Screenshot the final confirmation page.
Share the screenshot with your student's teacher or a school staff member.
Thank you for your participation!
Celebrating Native Culture
📅 Nov. 13 ⏰ 4-6 p.m. 📍Southwest School
Join us for an evening of fun!
⭐️ Gila River Hiosik Basket Dancers
⭐️ Resources for students and families
⭐️ Arts and Crafts Booths
Jewelry and Frybread for sale.
Celebrating Native Culture
📅 Nov. 13 ⏰ 4-6 p.m. 📍Southwest School
Join us for an evening of fun!
⭐️ Gila River Hiosik Basket Dancers
⭐️ Resources for students and families
⭐️ Arts and Crafts Booths
Jewelry and Frybread for sale.
Read the Roosevelt School District’s November Parent and Family Newsletter
Save the Dates
🌟 Join us on Wednesday, 11/05! 🌟
Bullying 101 Workshop (English and Spanish)
📅 11/05 ⏰ 9:30 -10:30 a.m.
📍 Location: Cloves Campbell, 2624 E South Mountain Ave
What to Expect:
⭐️ Learn what bullying is and the policies and procedures that the Roosevelt School District has in place to foster a bully-free environment.
⭐️ Raffle Giveaway! Join Us for a Chance to Win!
🌟 Join us on Thursday, 11/13! 🌟
Celebrating Native Culture
📅 Nov. 13th ⏰ 4-6 p.m. 📍Southwest School, 1111 W Dobbins Rd
What to Expect:
⭐️ Celebrate culture and fun with the whole family! Watch the Gila River Hiosik Basket Dancers, learn how to make traditional blue corn mush, enjoy Native arts and crafts, explore community resources, and savor delicious food available for purchase. Don't miss this unforgettable evening!
🌟 Join us on Thursday, 11/20! 🌟
K–5 Math Resources Parent Workshop (English & Spanish)
📅 Date: Thursday, 11/20 ⏰ Time: 9:30–10:30 a.m.📍 Location: Valley View School, 8220 S 7th Ave Phoenix, AZ 85041
What to Expect:
⭐️ Discover tools and tips for supporting K-5 math at home
⭐️ Raffle Giveaway! Join Us for a Chance to Win!
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.
Get ready to show your school spirit with these fun themed days:
Monster Day Monday: Wear blue for Team Sully 💙 or green for Team Mike 💚
😴 Tired Tuesday: Rock your comfiest clothes!
🖤 Delightfully Dark Wednesday: Wear all black
🌟 Are You Afraid of the Dark Thursday?: Brighten things up in neon colors!
⭐ Character Day Friday: Dress up as your favorite character (no toy weapons, please!)
Today is Early Release at 12:30PM. Please make necessary arrangements for your students to be picked up on time. If you have any questions please contact the front office.
Hello Families!
We’re excited to introduce student ID badges this year to help keep our school safe and running smoothly. These badges will make it easier for students to:
• Tap on and off buses for quick, accurate attendance
• Enjoy faster access to school meals
• Be easily recognized as part of our school community
Please remind your child to wear their badge every day. If forgotten, temporary cards are available in the office, and lost badges can be replaced for $5. Thanks so much for your support in helping us create a safe, welcoming environment where every student can thrive!
— Southwest Administration
🌟 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!
💼 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
Today after school we will be having Cheer Try-Outs in the library from 2:45PM - 4:00PM.
