Good evening,
Tomorrow is early release day, students will be dismissed at 1:00 pm.
Tomorrow is also School Pride Wednesday. Students can wear ANY school shirt they would like from ANY SCHOOL in the UNIVERSE with jean bottoms.
Thank you Scorpions. 🦂
Tomorrow is early release day, students will be dismissed at 1:00 pm.
Tomorrow is also School Pride Wednesday. Students can wear ANY school shirt they would like from ANY SCHOOL in the UNIVERSE with jean bottoms.
Thank you Scorpions. 🦂
Dear Scorpion Parents and Guardians,
Welcome back, and Happy New Year! We hope you and your family had a restful and enjoyable winter break. We are excited to welcome our students back to school tomorrow, January 6, 2026, as we begin the new term together.
As we return, please review the following important reminders to help ensure a smooth and successful start to each school day:
Breakfast is served from 7:30–7:55 a.m.
Instruction begins promptly at 8:00 a.m.
Students should be in their seats and ready for instruction by 8:00 a.m.
There will be no afterschool activities this week.
Daily attendance and punctuality are essential for student success. Being present and on time allows students to fully engage in instruction, build routines, and avoid missing important learning opportunities that occur at the start of the day.
Thank you for your continued partnership in supporting regular attendance and on-time arrival. We look forward to a productive and successful rest of the school year!
Warm regards,
Jeannette Beechum
Interim Principal
We hope everyone enjoyed Winter break so far. Just a reminder students start school again on Tuesday January 6. We can't wait to finish the school year strong. See you on Tuesday.
School will be closed tomorrow. 😃
Good morning,
Today we had a lockdown DRILL that started approximately at 9:45am. This just a drill, to prepare for an actual emergency.
Thank you
Sunland Families:
Reminder, Today is Early Dismissal.
Students will be dismissed at 1:00PM
Please make prior arrangements for Pick Up.
Warm Regards,
Sunland Admin Staff
Reminder, Today is Early Dismissal.
Students will be dismissed at 1:00PM
Please make prior arrangements for Pick Up.
Warm Regards,
Sunland Admin Staff
Good morning ,
Due to shipment issue todays lunch will be served tomorrow. Students today will eat Fridays lunch instead.
Thank you
Due to shipment issue todays lunch will be served tomorrow. Students today will eat Fridays lunch instead.
Thank you
Good evening,
Just a reminder that Friday December 19th is a short day. Students will be dismissed at 1:00 pm.
Just a reminder that Friday December 19th is a short day. Students will be dismissed at 1:00 pm.
Good Afternoon,
Today at Sunland, we had our monthly fire drill. To practice how to safely evacuate from the building in case of an emergency. The drill started at 1:00pm and lasted about 7 minutes.
Sunland Families:
Reminder that TODAY is a full day of learning.
Students will dismiss at 3:00PM.
Thank You.
Sunland Admin Team
Reminder that TODAY is a full day of learning.
Students will dismiss at 3:00PM.
Thank You.
Sunland Admin Team
Dear Scorpions Parents and Guardians,
Today, we received an alleged report regarding a threat toward a teacher that was said to have occurred several weeks ago. This information is being taken very seriously and is currently under investigation in collaboration with the Phoenix Police Department.
We want to clarify that the alleged report did not indicate a threat toward students. At this time, the investigation is ongoing, and there is no confirmed information to indicate an immediate concern.
The safety of our students and staff remains our highest priority. We will continue to work closely with law enforcement and will share additional information as appropriate.
Thank you for your continued trust and partnership.
Sincerely,
Jeannette Beechum
Interim Principal
Sunland STEAM Academy
Sunland Families,
Weekly Updates:
We would like to share a few important events and reminders for this week:
District Spelling Bee:
Sunland is proud to have two students representing our school at the District Spelling Bee on Tuesday, December 16. Due to space limitations, only two parents per contestant are invited to attend. Information has been sent for those families.
Scorpion Scholar:
Wednesday, December 17th will be Scorpion Scholar.
K-4th 8:30AM to 9:00AM
5th - 8th 9:00AM to 9:30AM
Please note that Wednesday is a full instructional day. Students will be dismissed at 3:00PM
After-School Clubs:
There will be no after-school clubs this week.
Early Dismissal & Winter Break:
Friday will be an early dismissal day, and students will be dismissed at 1:00PM for Winter Break from December 22, 2025 - December 5, 2025.
Classes Resume January 6, 2026
Attendance & Punctuality Reminder:
Attendance and punctuality are extremely important. Instruction begins promptly at 8:00 a.m., and students are expected to be in their seats and ready to learn by 8:00 a.m. Please ensure your child arrives at school before 8:00 so they do not miss important instructional time.
Thank you for your continued support and cooperation. We truly appreciate our Sunland families!
Warm regards,
Sunland Admin Team
We celebrate all our cheerleaders for a phenomenal competition Saturday! Each performance brought energy and excitement to the floor.
Congratulations to our honorable mentions from each category!
Spirit: Southwest
Performance: Valley View
Pom and Dance: Bernard Black
Show: Irene Lopez
And a big congratulations for our overall competition winners!
🥇 Ed and Verma Pastor
🥈 Cesar Chavez
🥉 Ignacio Conchos
🏅 Sunland
We are so proud of all our athletes for their dedication and commitment to their schools!
#CultureOfPerformance #WeAreRoosevelt #SomosRoosevelt #TheGenesisOfChange
Hey Parents,
Just a few reminders:
Tomorrow is a uniform day, please ensure students are dressed accordingly.
Starting next week clubs will be canceled for the PM portion of the day and will resume after break.
Thanks
Just a few reminders:
Tomorrow is a uniform day, please ensure students are dressed accordingly.
Starting next week clubs will be canceled for the PM portion of the day and will resume after break.
Thanks
Join us for our free mobile food distribution, in collaboration with St. Mary's Food Bank, on Tuesday, Dec. 16 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.
Planning on coming to the Girls Championship game? Doors open at 4:30 PM and you must have a ticket to enter. Also South Mountain High School will be enforcing a clear bag policy. See attached flyer. 🥇
Boys will playing at T.G Barr @ 5:45 pm for 3rd place 🥉. You will need a ticket to enter.
Also lets bring some school spirit to help out our Scorpions 🦂
Upcoming Events
Girls Basketball: Congratulations on advancing to the championship game!
Game Time: Thursday, December 11, 2025 at 4:45 PM
Location: South Mountain High School
Please note: Clear bag policy and weapon detectors are in place.
Boys Basketball: Playing for 3rd place
Game Time: Thursday, December 11, 2025 at 5:45 PM
Location: T. G. Barr
Dance Recital:
Friday, December 12th at 5:00 PM
Cheer Competition: at South Mountain High School
Saturday, December 13th, 8:00 AM–1:00 PM
Scorpion Scholar:
Kdg through 4th grade at 8:30am to 9:00am
5th through 8th Grade 9:00am to 9:30am
Wednesday, December 17th is a full day of school and students will participate in Scorpion Scholar.
Early Dismissal:
Friday, December 19th at 1:00PM
Classroom Updates
STAR Testing: Math STAR testing was administered today.
Progress Reports: Reports will be sent home Friday, December 12th.
Important Reminders
Please label student jackets—especially for K–2 students—so lost items can be returned quickly.
Arrive on time: Instruction begins at 8:00 AM.
Students arriving after 8:00 AM must be signed in at the front office by a parent to ensure safety.
Best Regards,
Sunland Administration Team
Girls Basketball: Congratulations on advancing to the championship game!
Game Time: Thursday, December 11, 2025 at 4:45 PM
Location: South Mountain High School
Please note: Clear bag policy and weapon detectors are in place.
Boys Basketball: Playing for 3rd place
Game Time: Thursday, December 11, 2025 at 5:45 PM
Location: T. G. Barr
Dance Recital:
Friday, December 12th at 5:00 PM
Cheer Competition: at South Mountain High School
Saturday, December 13th, 8:00 AM–1:00 PM
Scorpion Scholar:
Kdg through 4th grade at 8:30am to 9:00am
5th through 8th Grade 9:00am to 9:30am
Wednesday, December 17th is a full day of school and students will participate in Scorpion Scholar.
Early Dismissal:
Friday, December 19th at 1:00PM
Classroom Updates
STAR Testing: Math STAR testing was administered today.
Progress Reports: Reports will be sent home Friday, December 12th.
Important Reminders
Please label student jackets—especially for K–2 students—so lost items can be returned quickly.
Arrive on time: Instruction begins at 8:00 AM.
Students arriving after 8:00 AM must be signed in at the front office by a parent to ensure safety.
Best Regards,
Sunland Administration Team
Dear Sunland Families,
We want to inform you that our Lost and Found area currently has many sweaters and jackets that have not been claimed. We understand how expensive these items can be, and with the weather changing and the upcoming holiday break, students will definitely be needing their coats.
We would hate for families to spend more money when many jackets are still here on campus. Please remind your child to check the Lost and Found and to place their items in their backpacks instead of wearing them around campus to avoid misplacing them again.
To make pickup easier, all jackets and sweaters will be placed on a cart at the front of the campus during dismissal this week and next week. They will remain available for the next two weeks or until all items are claimed.
Thank you,
Sunland STEAM Academy Admin Team
We want to inform you that our Lost and Found area currently has many sweaters and jackets that have not been claimed. We understand how expensive these items can be, and with the weather changing and the upcoming holiday break, students will definitely be needing their coats.
We would hate for families to spend more money when many jackets are still here on campus. Please remind your child to check the Lost and Found and to place their items in their backpacks instead of wearing them around campus to avoid misplacing them again.
To make pickup easier, all jackets and sweaters will be placed on a cart at the front of the campus during dismissal this week and next week. They will remain available for the next two weeks or until all items are claimed.
Thank you,
Sunland STEAM Academy Admin Team
Dear Sunland Parents and Guardians,
I hope this message finds you well. We would like to take a moment to remind all families about the importance of punctuality and regular attendance at Sunland STEAM Academy.
State law mandates that all children attend school for the full time it is in session. Late arrivals not only impact your child’s learning, but also cause interruptions and distractions to ongoing instruction for all students.
Regular Instructional Hours (K–8):
Regular School Days: 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Early Dismissal / Half Days: 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM
It is crucial that all students are in their classrooms, seated, and ready to learn by 8:00 AM each day. Any student who is not in their homeroom by 8:00 AM is considered late/tardy.
Please note that if your child arrives at the front gate at 8:00 AM, they are already considered late/tardy.
In these cases, an adult must accompany the student to the front office to sign them in. We kindly ask that you personally walk your child in to ensure accurate and timely attendance records.
We encourage you to discuss with your child the importance of arriving on time. Together, we can help prevent disruptions during the instructional day and maintain a smooth, focused learning environment for all students.
Thank you for your cooperation and understanding. If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact the school office.
Respectfully,
Your Admin Team
Sunland STEAM Academy
I hope this message finds you well. We would like to take a moment to remind all families about the importance of punctuality and regular attendance at Sunland STEAM Academy.
State law mandates that all children attend school for the full time it is in session. Late arrivals not only impact your child’s learning, but also cause interruptions and distractions to ongoing instruction for all students.
Regular Instructional Hours (K–8):
Regular School Days: 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Early Dismissal / Half Days: 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM
It is crucial that all students are in their classrooms, seated, and ready to learn by 8:00 AM each day. Any student who is not in their homeroom by 8:00 AM is considered late/tardy.
Please note that if your child arrives at the front gate at 8:00 AM, they are already considered late/tardy.
In these cases, an adult must accompany the student to the front office to sign them in. We kindly ask that you personally walk your child in to ensure accurate and timely attendance records.
We encourage you to discuss with your child the importance of arriving on time. Together, we can help prevent disruptions during the instructional day and maintain a smooth, focused learning environment for all students.
Thank you for your cooperation and understanding. If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact the school office.
Respectfully,
Your Admin Team
Sunland STEAM Academy
Sunland STEAM Academy Parent Reminder
Scorpion Scholars Assembly has been rescheduled for Wednesday, December 17th in the Sunland cafeteria.
Kinder–4th Grade: 8:30 AM – 9:00 AM
5th–8th Grade: 9:00 AM – 9:30 AM
We look forward to celebrating our Scorpion Scholars with you!
Scorpion Scholars Assembly has been rescheduled for Wednesday, December 17th in the Sunland cafeteria.
Kinder–4th Grade: 8:30 AM – 9:00 AM
5th–8th Grade: 9:00 AM – 9:30 AM
We look forward to celebrating our Scorpion Scholars with you!
Families;
The Winter Health Fair is coming to Sunland STEAM Academy this December 6th!
Join us for toys, gifts, medical resources, community services, and important information for your family. 🎁🤝❄️
5401 S. 7Th. Ave. Phoenix AZ 85041
9:00AM to 1:00PM
#rooseveltschooldistrict #rooseveltproud #rsd66 #communitystrong #wearethegenesisofchange #somoselgenesisdelcambio #giveseason
The Winter Health Fair is coming to Sunland STEAM Academy this December 6th!
Join us for toys, gifts, medical resources, community services, and important information for your family. 🎁🤝❄️
5401 S. 7Th. Ave. Phoenix AZ 85041
9:00AM to 1:00PM
#rooseveltschooldistrict #rooseveltproud #rsd66 #communitystrong #wearethegenesisofchange #somoselgenesisdelcambio #giveseason
