FREE Full-Day Kindergarten!
Register Today! Your child will receive the foundation for lifelong learning when enrolled in our Kindergarten program. Highlights of the program are:
» Free full and half-day Kindergarten
» Small class size with individualized attention
» Inspiring hands-on curriculum integrated with technology and art
» Specialized classes in music and P.E.
Free Full-Day Kindergarten is available at all Kyrene schools and is offered to all children residing in and outside of the Kyrene School District.
Action on Kyrene budget
On Tuesday, April 14th, the Kyrene Governing Board took some important actions that will help the school district move forward in planning for the 2009-2010 school year. First, the decision was made to issue contracts to all three employee groups at current salary levels. Clear language will be embedded in the contract stating that the salary amount on the contract can be reduced by as much as 5% depending on what decisions are made by the state legislature. Each employee will be asked to sign a statement verifying that they are aware of this fact. The issuance of contracts allows the district to move forward with staffing the schools and making adjustments wherever they are needed.
The second decision that was made was to support the overall budget balancing strategy of utilizing cash reserves, adjusting class sizes and making salary reductions. Since it is not known exactly what the funding reductions from the state will be, this support from the Board was needed to have as much flexibility as possible. This action is important and will make it possible to do whatever is needed to have the balanced budget that the law requires. The welfare of employees and students is a priority in Kyrene. Support from the community is vital during this difficult period. For more information, visit www.kyrene.org/aboutksd/budgetupdates/BudgetIntro.htm
Structural inspections for all schools
After the Waggoner roof collapse in March, Superintendent Schauer determined all schools would be inspected. Those inspections continued in April. Each school inspection involved an initial visual inspection to identify any immediate issues, identifying any issues that needed further examination and then, ultimately, a course of action for repairs. As of April 14th all schools had the initial visual inspection. The District office complex was also inspected. Of those, KMS, Mirada, Estrella and Monte Vista had preventative maintenance that was identified for immediate attention. Each community was informed via a letter going home with students. In addition, we have a website (
I’m bored...
If you dread hearing these words from your children this summer, turn to Kyrene Summer Academy and/or Kyrene Kids Club for fun and enriching activities.
Kids Club offers safe, high quality, licensed childcare programs. Summer Academy has a variety of exciting courses to choose from at two locations for elementary students and at Pueblo Middle School for older children. Transportation is available. There’s still time to register for the weeks you need help to overcome the “I’m bored” summer syndrome.
Summer Academy:
Pueblo Middle School ▪ Monte Vista Elementary ▪ Mariposa Elementary
Kyrene Kids Club:
Sureño Elementary ▪ Lomas Elementary
Summer teen center for middle schoolers
After Summer Academy is over, stay and enjoy the fun by signing up for the Kyrene Summer Teen Center located at Pueblo as well! This new program offers a fun and educational center for middle school students. Each week is planned around a different theme and several enrichment classes will be available to choose from. Call 480-783-7314.
June: 12:45 pm - 6:00 pm, M-Th
8:00 am - 6:00 pm, Friday
July: 8:00 am - 6:00 pm, M-F
