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Dickson Weekly Update | Newsletter #23

Posted Date: 01/25/26 (03:49 PM)


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The Weekly Update January 26, 2026

January 26, 2026

Week 23



PRINCIPAL's MESSAGE


Dear Dickson Star Families,


We hope everyone enjoyed the long weekend as we honored Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and reflected on his powerful message of service, equity, and community. Our students returned to campus energized, focused, and ready to continue growing together as we move forward in 2026.


Last week, families and staff came together for our School Site Council (SSC) Meeting, where we collaborated around our School Plan for Student Achievement. Thank you to those who participated and helped ensure that family voices continue to play an important role in supporting student success. This coming week during our awards ceremonies, I will presenting LCAP Information.


Our campus continues to buzz with learning and positivity. Classrooms are filled with meaningful instruction, students are showing confidence and perseverance, and our Dickson community continues to shine through kindness, respect, and teamwork.


🥧 Thank You for the Fun on National Pie Day!
A big thank you to our families and PTA for helping make National Pie Day a fun and memorable experience for our students! Your participation and support helped raise funds in a joyful, respectful way that truly reflects the spirit of our school community. See below for photos and videos.


🦷 Dentist Visit – February 10
A friendly reminder that a dentist will be visiting Dickson on February 10. Permission slips were sent home for families who are interested in this service for their child. Please be sure to return the form if you would like your child to participate.


As we continue through the heart of the school year, thank you for reinforcing routines, encouraging strong attendance, and celebrating your child’s efforts at home. Your partnership makes a difference every single day.


Here’s to a wonderful Week 23 filled with learning, smiles, and continued growth!

💙⭐️ Dickson Stars Shine Bright! ⭐️💙


With heartfelt gratitude,

Renae McCain

Proud Principal at Dickson Elementary



📣 2026 School Quality Survey – Your Voice Matters!


On Tuesday, January 20, 2026, CVUSD will launch the 2026 School Quality Survey (formerly the K12 Insight Survey). This annual survey is an important opportunity for students, staff, and families to share feedback that helps guide decisions at both the school and district levels.


Your input helps us continue to:

  • Provide a high-quality teaching and learning environment

  • Strengthen engagement with students, parents, families, and staff

  • Support student success and preparation for college and career beyond graduation


🗓 Survey Window: January 20 – February 20, 2026

👥 Who Participates:

  • Students (Grades 6–12): 6th grade students will complete the survey with their teacher during class time

  • Staff

  • Parents/Guardians: The survey will be emailed directly to parents/guardians


📧 Important Email Information for Families:
Parents/Guardians will receive the survey via email from survey@sogolytics-edu.com with a direct link to complete the survey. Please be sure to check your inbox (and spam folder) during the survey window.


We truly value your voice and appreciate you taking the time to share your thoughts. Your feedback plays a key role in helping us continue to improve and better serve our Dickson students and families. 💙



The Dentist is coming to Dickson!


🦷✨ The Dentist Is Coming to Dickson! ✨🦷

We’re excited to share that a dentist will be visiting Dickson on February 10th to provide dental checkups for our students during the school day!


Your child brought home a permission slip last week. If you are interested in having your child participate, please be sure to complete and return the form as soon as possible. This is a wonderful opportunity to support our students’ health and smiles — during the school day!


📺 To help prepare, we encourage families to watch the short video linked below with your child as a fun reminder of the proper way to brush their teeth.



Thank you for partnering with us to keep our Dickson Stars healthy and smiling! 😁⭐️


How to Brush Your Teeth Presentation.mp4

How to Brush Your Teeth Presentation.mp4


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🥧🎉 National PIE Day Was a Smash! 🎉🥧


What an unforgettable day at Dickson! Our Pie in the Face event was full of laughter, school spirit, and amazing sportsmanship. Students had a blast, staff were great sports, and the energy on campus was contagious!


Thanks to your participation and votes, we turned a whole lot of fun into meaningful support for our students through our PTA fundraiser. Every vote truly made a difference, and we are so grateful to our families for joining in and making this event such a success.


👏 A huge thank-you to our brave staff members who took a pie with a smile, and to our students who showed respect, excitement, and kindness throughout the event. It was wonderful to see our school community come together in such a positive way!


📸🎥 Click here or the link below to check out the photos and videos from the event!


Thank you, Dickson families, for supporting our PTA and helping create joyful moments that benefit our students. Events like this remind us how special our school community truly is!



💙⭐️ Dickson Stars Shine Bright! ⭐️💙


Pie Day 2026 - Google Drive

Pie Day 2026 - Google Drive


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PTA VALENTINE's THEME FAMILY PAINT NIGHT



PTA VALENTINE's BUDDY PHOTOs



2026 Chino Youth Track and Field Meet


Track & Field Meet — Dickson Family Information


We are excited to invite students to participate in the Chino Youth Track and Field Meet! Each year, students from schools across the district come together to represent their school in a full day of fun and engaging track and field events. Preregistration is required to participate. While attending practices is not mandatory, it is highly encouraged so students can learn and prepare for their events.


If your child is unable to attend practices, please let Mr. Baeza know so he can determine whether we have enough students to hold team practices. If your child is not attending practices, families are responsible for explaining expectations and event procedures to their child for meet day. The rules and regulations, a description of all events by birth year, and the registration form are included below.


Preregistration Information

  • Participation Waiver Forms Due in the Office: January 30, 2026

  • Fee: $15 (CASH ONLY) — please turn in payment with the Participation Waiver Form

  • Students may register for up to two events (or one event) — the fee is the same for one or two events. Please review the Track and Field Events Information Sheet to choose an event or two.

  • The office will print out age verification for each Participation Waiver Form and Fee submitted. Students must be born in 2019-2011, (but not past 8th grade).


Practice Information

Practice will begin on Thursday, January 8 from 2:40–3:10 p.m.
After that, practices will continue on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 2:40–3:10 p.m.

  • A parent/guardian must stay with their child during practice.

  • SOAR students do not need an adult present — they will be walked back to SOAR after practice.


Event Details

  • Event Date: Saturday, March 21, 2026

  • Time: 8:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. Events are held throughout the entire day.

  • Arrival Time: Please arrive by 7:30 a.m. for the opening parade

  • Location: Chino High School Stadium — 5431 Jefferson Avenue



We look forward to supporting our students as they challenge themselves, have fun, and show their Dickson Star pride! Please reach out to Mr. Baeza if you have any questions.


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6th Grade Information


Dear 6th Grade Families,


Thank you to all the families who were able to attend our 6th Grade Parent Information Night. We truly appreciate your time and partnership as we look ahead to the final months of the school year and celebrate this important milestone for our students.



  • April 6: 6th Grade Panoramic Picture (Rescheduled due to not having 6th grade tee-shirts yet)
  • May 15: 6th Grade Movie | Immediately after school 
  • May 18: 6th Grade Kick Ball Game & BBQ | @8:30 a.m.
  • May 19: 6th Glow Dance | Immediately after school
  • May 20: 6th Grade Promotion | 8:15 a.m.


For families who were unable to attend, we have included the recording of the meeting and the PowerPoint presentation below. During the meeting, our 6th grade teachers shared important information about end-of-year activities and reviewed how 6th grade expectations—including grades, attendance, and behavior—impact student participation in these events. Our goal is to ensure all families feel informed, supported, and confident as we work together to help our students finish the year strong.


Please take a moment to review the materials, and do not hesitate to reach out if you have any questions. We are here to support you and your child every step of the way.

Thank you for your continued partnership and for supporting our 6th grade students as they prepare for this exciting next chapter.


💙 6th Grade Team & ADMIN

See Meeting Recording and PowerPoint Presentation Below


6th Grade End of Year Expectations Meeting Recording 1/12/26.mp4

6th Grade End of Year Expectations Meeting Recording 1/12/26.mp4


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Week 21 Shout Outs



UPCOMING DICKSON EVENTS


JANUARY

January 27-29: Valentine's Day Buddy Photos during lunch

  • Jan 27th - 1st-3rd 
  • Jan 28th - TK & K 
  • Jan 29th - 4th-6th

January 28: Monthly Awards 

7:50-8:10 am: LCAPP Community/Parent Engagement meeting (information repeated between grade level award times below.)

8:10-8:40 am: TK & K

8:45-9:15 am: 1st & 2nd

9:25-9:55 am: 3rd & 4th

10:00-10:30: 5th & 6th

January 30: PTA Paint Night Fundraiser | 4:30 p.m. Check-in & 5:00 p.m. start time


FEBRUARY

January 20 - February 20: School Quality Survey Window (6th graders, ALL STAFF, and Families)

February 10: Big Smiles Dental Program | Permission Slips will be send home the week of Jan 20th

February 13: End of Trimester 2 (10/27/25 to 2/13/26)

February 21: Saturday School #3 | 8:00 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.

February 28: Reports Cards Go Home


MARCH

March 2: School Site Council Mtg #3 (SSC) | 2:40 - 3:40 p.m.

March 4: Trimester Awards

8:00 a.m. TK & K

8:35 a.m. 1st & 2nd & 2/3 Combo

9:15 a.m. 3rd & 4th

9:50 a.m. 5th & 6th

March 14: Saturday School #4 | 8:00 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.

March 20: Spring & Promotion Pictures

March 27: Minimum Day - 6 week progress reports & parent teacher conference by appointment

March 27: Goodies with Grown-ups | 6:45 - 7:30 a.m.

March 30 - April 6: SPRING BREAK


APRIL

April 6: 1st Day Back

April 6: 6th Grade Panoramic Picture

April 15: Monthly Awards

8:10-8:40 am: TK & K

8:45-9:15 am: 1st & 2nd

9:25-9:55 am: 3rd & 4th

10:00-10:30: 5th & 6th

April 17: PTA FUN RUN

April 27: School Site Council Mtg #4 (SSC) | 2:40 - 3:40 p.m.


MAY

May 1: PTA STARCHELLA | 5:00 - 7:00 p.m.

May 4 - May 8: Staff Appreciation Week

May 11: School Site Council Mtg #4 (SSC) | 2:40 - 3:40 p.m. | Tentative

May 12: End of Trimester 3 (2/17/26 to 5/12/26)

May 18 - 21: TK & Kinder all Minimum Days | 7:50 a.m. - 11:10 a.m.

May 18: 1st - 5th Trimester 3 Awards | Times on Flyer sent home

May 19: TK & K Trimester Awards

May 19: Don Lugo HS Graduation @ Don Lugo Football Stadium | 4:00 - 6:00 p.m. 

May 20: 6th Grade Promotion & Awards | 8:15 a.m.

May 21: LAST DAY OF SCHOOL | Report Cards Go Home

*Dates and times are subject to change



ATTENDANCE


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Attend Today, Achieve Tomorrow

5 minutes late or early out = 15 hours of missed instruction

10 minutes late or early out = 30 hours of missed instruction


Importance of Attendance

Regular school attendance is crucial for children's future success. A strong academic foundation helps students excel and achieve their goals. Attending class every day is key to mastering grade-level skills and graduating high school.


School Schedule

School starts daily at 7:50 a.m., so students should be seated and ready for instruction. To help, we offer breakfast and supervision from 7:10 - 7:40 a.m., when traffic is light.


Attendance Matters

Please make illness the only reason for absences. Missing school means missing important lessons, and catching up can be challenging. Last year, Dickson's attendance rate was 93%. Our goal is to reach a 96.5% attendance rate. This year’s campaign is ATTEND TODAY, ACHIEVE TOMORROW! The school with the highest attendance in each feeder group will win a trophy and a pizza party from the District!


Classroom Competitions

We will also have weekly attendance competitions in classrooms. Students with absences or tardies will be invited to attend Saturday School. Families with excessive absences (10%), tardies, or leaving early will be asked to attend a SART Meeting (School Attendance Review Team) with school administration to discuss how we can provide support. 


How You Can Help

Healthy school attendance is a team effort. Here’s how you can support:

  • Prepare: Get lunches, bookbags, and outfits ready the night before.

  • Schedule: Plan medical visits after school hours.

  • Plan: Arrange family activities when school is not in session.

  • Limit Absences: Only keep your child home if they have a contagious illness or have a fever over 101°.

  • Communicate: Talk to your child about their feelings about school.

  • Inform: Share the importance of consistent attendance.

  • Reach Out: Contact teachers or staff for assistance.

With your support, we can achieve the attendance goal of 96.5% and help students build confidence, friendships, academic skills, and life skills.


Let's Prioritize Attendance!

If you're facing any challenges, please let us know how we can help.


Reminder:

If students arrive after the 7:50 a.m. bell, please sign them in. This ensures accurate attendance records. Students arriving late will be marked tardy, regardless of their entry point. We welcome every student warmly, but we want them to get every minute of learning!



CLICK HERE to REPORT an ABSENCE through Parent Square or call (909) 591-2653

Reminders

  • Breakfast is available from 7:10 - 7:40 every morning. If a bus is late, breakfast is still available to the students that rode the bus that day.
  • Food sharing is not allowed for multiple reasons, but most importantly for safety, including allergies. Sending healthy snacks and food helps student focus and have optimal performance.
  • All devices: (cell phones, smart watches, iPads..) must be off and out of sight while on school campus. If your child needs to contact you, they can ask their teacher or the office for assistance. If you need to contact your child, you may leave a message in the office and it will be provided during a break.
  • Dress Code: The weather is very warm, so please review our dress code policy to be sure your child is wearing approved school appropriate clothing. (Frequent topics: Clothing is expected to covered shoulders to mid-thigh with no skin or undergarments showing. Shoes must be worn with back straps on at all times. Make-up is not allowed.)
  • PE and Recess: Back straps on crocks have been ripping easily. Please send your child to school with study shoes to help keep them safe. If you need assistance in getting sturdier shoes, please let Administrators know and we would be happy to help.
  • Lost & Found: Please write your child's name on everything they bring to school. Their lunch pails, water bottles, jackets, sweaters, etc... Many items get misplaced and staff has to put unlabeled items in the lost and found, often going unclaimed.


2025-26 STUDENT COUNCIL


Thank you to our Student Council Advisors Mr. Tarui and Miss Phan



 SOAR (after school care)


SOAR PICK-UP

To sign out your student(s) out of SOAR, please park on Roswell Ave. or in the Doris Dickson parking lot and walk to the side gate. This gate is located on the left side of the school on Roswell between the cafeteria and the tennis courts.


When you arrive, please call the SOAR site phone number (909) 536-6420, and a staff member will meet you at the side gate to sign out your student(s). Staff will no longer walk students to the front of the school to exit. Please be sure to share this information with all approved individuals on your student's emergency contact list.


For questions regarding the new Dickson SOAR sign-out procedures, please contact Tricia Huffman by calling (909) 628-1202 ext. 8990 or by emailing tricia_huffman@chino.k12.ca.us.



Thank you.

Tricia Huffman

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Para firmar la salida de su(s) estudiante(s), por favor estacione en Roswell Ave. o en el estacionamiento de Doris Dickson y camine hasta la puerta lateral. Esta puerta se encuentra en el lado izquierdo de la escuela entre la cafetería y las canchas de tenis.


Cuando llegue, llame al número de teléfono del sitio (909-664-3447), y un miembro del personal se reunirá con usted en la puerta lateral para firmar la salida de su(s) estudiante(s). El personal ya no caminará con los estudiantes hasta el frente de la escuela para salir. Por favor, asegúrese de compartir esta información con todas las personas aprobadas en la lista de contactos de emergencia de su estudiante.


Si tiene preguntas sobre los nuevos procedimientos de cierre de sesión de Dickson SOAR, comuníquese con Tricia Huffman llamando al 909-628-1202 ext. 8990 o enviando un correo electrónico a: tricia_huffman@chino.k12.ca.us.

 


Gracias.

Tricia Huffman



PBIS

Positive Behavior Intervention & Supports


PBIS at Dickson

DICKSON has been awarded PLATINUM Status again! 

We are 1 of 733 schools in all of California to earn this status!

To monitor our implementation, we complete school-wide Tiered Fidelity Inventories (TFI) 3 times a year.

Internal TFI = School Team monitor's our implementation

External TFI = School Team with a trained certified evaluator checks our implementation


2025-26 TFI Dates: (Subject to Change)

Tier 1 Internal TFI #1: Wednesday, October 29, 2025 at 8:30 a.m. | 93%

Tier 1 Internal TFI #2: Monday, February 2, 2026 at 8:30 a.m.

Tier 1 External TFI: Thursday, April 16, 2025 at 8:35 a.m.

Tier 2/3 Internal TFI #1: Thursday, Nov 6, 2025 at 8:00 a.m. | Tier 2 100% | Tier 3 85%

Tier 2/3 Internal TFI #2: Thursday, Jan 29, 2026 at 8:00 a.m.

Tier 2/3 External TFI: Thursday, April 16, 2025 at 1:00 p.m.

We achieved Platinum Recognition again! 


What is PBIS?

California PBIS Vision Statement: California PBIS supports the sustainable development of a safe, equitable, and positive climate and social culture for ALL.


Our schoolwide expectations are:

Be Respectful

Be Responsible

Be Safe

Behavior Matrix

Behavior Discipline Flow Chart

Definitions of Behavior



School Wide Expectations Video

This video is a great way to review school expectations with your child.

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CHARACTER TRAIT OF THE MONTH


We follow the pillars of Character Counts.


We invite our parents/guardians to support the learning of character by discussing the following:


August/September: Respect - Follow the "Golden Rule": Treat others like the way you would like to be treated.

October/November: Responsibility - We take responsibility for our actions.

December/January: Caring - Care for others, and not just about ourselves.

February/March: Trustworthiness - Be a person others can trust. We follow through our promises.

April/May: Citizenship - We do the right thing, and follow the rules/expectations. We get involved in our community.

Year Long: Fairness - We can think of others when making decisions. Treat others with fairness.



MTSS | Multi-Tiered Systems of Support


MTSS-A (Academic Support) | MTSS-B (Behavior Support)

At Dickson, our students benefit from Tier 1, Tier 2, and Tier 3 support.


MTSS-A | Academic Support

Dickson's Intervention Teacher, Miss Kertesz, works with small groups of students to provide Tier 3 academic support with curriculum and programs focused on supporting our student's academic foundational skills. Speak to your child's teacher about academic concerns and to schedule a parent teacher conference.


MTSS-B | Behavior Support

Dickson's Counselor, Veronica Garcia, works with small groups of students to provide Tier 2 and Tier 3 counseling with a curriculum focused on supporting our students' social-emotional health. You can request support if you have concerns regarding your child's social-emotional health.

MTSS-B contact information: veronica_garcia@chino.k12.ca.us or (909) 591-2653 x4711.


We also have additional counseling services:

Positive Action for Life Success (PALS) program (skills based group)

Chino Human Services (Individual School Based Counseling)

Behavior Health Counseling (Therapeutic Individual Counseling)


Request For Support

Click on the picture to access the online Parent Request for Support form.

For social emotional support, academic support and/or family support




Drop Off & Pick Up Procedures


Traffic Safety Reminder for Drop-Off and Pick-Up

We kindly ask for your help in ensuring a safe environment during drop-off and pick-up times. Please adhere to all traffic laws, posted signs, and staff instructions. Every individual's cooperation is essential in creating a safer environment. While I understand that many adults may be in a hurry, it is imperative that we prioritize safety above all else.


Key Points:

  • Safety First: Adult behaviors during arrival and dismissal can impact student safety. Please prioritize safety over speed, even when in a hurry.

  • Drop-Off Guidelines:

    • Follow the signs to the designated drop-off area.
    • Pull up as far as possible to accommodate more cars and help students enter and exit efficiently.
  • Important Safety Reminders:

    • Children must not exit vehicles in the parking lot. Please park and walk your child across the designated crosswalk.
    • Drive slowly and attentively in the parking lot. Stay vigilant and cautious.
  • Crosswalk Usage:

    • Always use the crosswalk and set a positive example for our students.
    • Do not stop or park along the red-painted curbs on Roswell Street, as these are for emergency vehicles.

By working together and following these safety practices, we can enhance student safety and improve traffic flow.


Thank you for your attention and cooperation. The drop-off and pick-up procedures are available below and on the Dickson Website.


We appreciate families who:

  • Pull up to the curb, allowing more cars and ensuring safe student entry and exit.
  • Park in visitor spots and accompany their children across the parking lot safely.


Arrival and Dismissal Tips:

  • Arrive between 7:10-7:40 to avoid the 7:40-7:50 traffic.
  • The best options are to walk from home or drive through the drop-off/pick-up line.
  • Do not stop in the middle of any street or at red/yellow curbs.
  • Be respectful of neighbors by keeping mailboxes and driveways accessible.
  • Cross at the stop sign with the crossing guard to ensure safety.


Parking Policy:

  • Parking spots are designated for staff and visitors. Please avoid blocking staff parking.

Thank you for your continued commitment to safety! Please review the arrival and dismissal map and share these guidelines with anyone picking up your child.


If you have any questions, feel free to call the office.



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Dickson Communication is through ParentSquare


Aeries Communications Powered by ParentSquare

The Chino Valley Unified School District is excited to engage with families using Aeries Communications powered by ParentSquare (voicemail, email and text message)! ParentSquare is designed to keep parents informed and facilitate participation between school and home. It provides a safe way for school principals, teachers, staff, and parents to:


  • Send and receive district, school, and class information
  • Submit attendance notes
  • Share photos, files, and links
  • Post and see calendar items
  • And so much more!

Communications are all in one convenient location!


Parents and Guardians are able to access posts using:

  • Email
  • Smartphone app
  • Phone (voice)
  • SMS (text) message
  • Web app within Aeries Parent Portal

To activate your ParentSquare account, enter your Aeries Parent Portal, tap on Communications, and confirm the data you see there.


Download the ParentSquare App
Parent/Guardian Information
Getting Started with Parent Square

AERIES PARENT PORTAL


https://www.chino.k12.ca.us/Page/38456

DIRECTIONS for CREATING AN AERIES PARENT PORTAL:

It's much easier now to create an Aeries account! All parents need to create the account once you are registered. Instructions to create a Parent Portal on Aeries.


Click Here to login to your Aeries Portal Account


Instructions for How to Confirming your Student Portal Account


With your Aeries Parent Portal account you can view your child's information, including their grades and attendance. 


Parent Square is connected to the Aeries Parent Portal and all school related messages can be found through Parent Square.


If you need any assistance, you can stop by the office for help. We recommend calling for an appointment to have a guaranteed time for 1:1 support.



2025-26 Traditional Student Attendance Calendar | Click Here

2025-26 Bell Schedule | Click Here

LUNCH MENUS | Nutrition | Click Here

2025-26 Dickson Parent Compacts by Grade Level | Click Here

2025-26 Dickson Parent Student Handbook | English Click Here
2024-25 Dickson Parent Student Handbook | Spanish Click Here

Update 2025-26 Dickson Parent Student Handbook in Spanish coming soon


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PTA | Parent Teacher Association


A Heartfelt Thank You to Our PTA Board and Volunteers

We want to take a moment to express our deep gratitude to our incredible PTA Board and the many volunteers who support our school community. Often, the hard work and dedication of our parent and staff volunteers go unrecognized, and we want to shine a light on the amazing contributions they make.


Every member of our PTA, including the board members, is a volunteer, and we encourage more families to get involved. The more volunteers we have, the more wonderful events we can bring to the Dickson community.


As Bill Richardson wisely said, "We cannot accomplish all that we need to do without working together." Let's continue to work hand in hand to create memorable experiences for our children and families!


The Dickson PTA plays a vital role in planning, organizing, and executing a variety of enriching activities for our students and families, including:

  • Testing Kick off Color Fun Run
  • Decorations for the 5th Grade are Graduation
  • Organizing, ordering, and fulfilling Spirit Wear
  • Hosting the PTA Membership Drive
  • Running After School Snack Cart Concessions on Wednesdays
  • Managing the Birthday Marquee funds
  • Conducting Fundraising efforts (Thinknlocal, Pacific, Otis Spunkmeyer, See's Candy, Family Dinner Nights, etc.)
  • Organizing Trunk or Treat - Family Night
  • Coordinating Buddy Pictures
  • Helping with Yearbook Sales
  • Conducting Clothing Drives
  • Organizing the volunteers for the Book Fair
  • Organizing the Fun Run
  • Planning Starchella - Family Dance
  • Supporting 6th Grade Activities
  • Creating decor like Balloon Arches, Banners, etc... for events
  • Purchasing and dispersing student treats for Spirit Wear and Attendance Winners
  • And much much more!



Meet your 2025-26 PTA Board

Anyone can join PTA at any time! There is no mandatory commitment, participate any way that you are able. Please contact a PTA Board Member or the school office for more information.


Wednesday, PTA Snack Cart - Always looking for more help!

The PTA volunteers generously give their time selling snacks after school on Wednesdays. All proceeds go directly back to our students.


  • All students are expected to wait respectfully in line.
  • Only students with money may stand in line for a snack. All students without money must exit campus to wait for their ride home.
  • Families may not park or wait on the drive through curb for their child to get a snack. Please find a place to park so you do not hold up traffic for families that need to pick up and leave.
  • Bus riders MUST go straight to the bus. The bus is on a schedule and is not allowed to wait. We give reminders that all Bus riders must go straight to the bus.
  • SOAR students are required to check in with SOAR immediately after school. Soar staff members will walk students with money over to the PTA snack cart.


PTA MEMBERSHIP DRIVE

PTA continues to accepts PTA Memberships throughout the year. Every membership makes a difference and supports students directly.


Every class that has 100% PTA Memberships will earn an Ice Cream Party! Families are welcome to donate and/or sponsor memberships for their child’s class as well.


If you pay for anything via Zelle, make sure you type your student’s name, teacher and reason for payment to ensure PTA aligns your payment correctly. Payments with no memo/note may go into overall donations.



SPIRIT WEAR

We wear our Dickson Spirit Wear every Friday! Classes with the highest participation win a prize.

Spirit Wear must be official Dickson Spirit Wear or a full red shirt to count toward the participation.


sʜᴏᴡ ʏᴏᴜʀ ᴅɪᴄᴋsᴏɴ sᴘɪʀɪᴛ ғʀɪᴅᴀʏ ʙʏ ᴡᴇᴀʀɪɴɢ ʏᴏᴜʀ ᴅɪᴄᴋsᴏɴ sʜɪʀᴛ ᴏʀ ᴛʜᴇ ᴄᴏʟᴏʀ ʀᴇᴅ!

ᴅᴏɴ’ᴛ ʜᴀᴠᴇ ᴀ ᴅɪᴄᴋsᴏɴ sʜɪʀᴛ ʏᴇᴛ?
ᴅᴏɴ’ᴛ ᴡᴏʀʀʏ, sᴀʟᴇs ᴀʀᴇ ɴᴏᴡ ᴏᴘᴇɴ!

ғɪʟʟ ᴏᴜᴛ ʏᴏᴜʀ ᴏʀᴅᴇʀ ғᴏʀᴍ ɪɴ ᴛʜᴇ ᴏғғɪᴄᴇ ᴀɴᴅ ᴡᴇ ᴄᴀɴ ɢᴇᴛ sᴘɪʀɪᴛ ᴡᴇᴀʀ ᴅᴇʟɪᴠᴇʀᴇᴅ ᴛᴏ ʏᴏᴜʀ ᴄʜɪʟᴅ’s ᴄʟᴀss ᴀsᴀᴘ! ʀᴇᴍᴇᴍʙᴇʀ ᴄᴀsʜ ᴏɴʟʏ!

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¡ʀᴇᴄᴜᴇʀᴅᴀ ᴍᴏsᴛʀᴀʀ ᴛᴜ ᴅɪᴄᴋsᴏɴ sᴘɪʀɪᴛ ᴍᴀɴ̃ᴀɴᴀ ʏ ᴛᴏᴅᴏs ʟᴏs ᴠɪᴇʀɴᴇs ᴜsᴀɴᴅᴏ ᴛᴜ ᴄᴀᴍɪsᴀ ᴅɪᴄᴋsᴏɴ ᴏ ᴇʟ ᴄᴏʟᴏʀ ʀᴏᴊᴏ!

¿ᴛᴏᴅᴀᴠɪ́ᴀ ɴᴏ ᴛɪᴇɴᴇs ᴜɴᴀ ᴄᴀᴍɪsᴀ ᴅᴇ ᴅɪᴄᴋsᴏɴ?
ɴᴏ ᴛᴇ ᴘʀᴇᴏᴄᴜᴘᴇs, ¡ʟᴀs ᴠᴇɴᴛᴀs ʏᴀ ᴇsᴛᴀ́ɴ ᴀʙɪᴇʀᴛᴀs!

¡ʟʟᴇɴᴇ sᴜ ғᴏʀᴍᴜʟᴀʀɪᴏ ᴅᴇ ᴘᴇᴅɪᴅᴏ ᴇɴ ʟᴀ ᴏғɪᴄɪɴᴀ ʏ ᴘᴏᴅᴇᴍᴏs ʀᴇᴄɪʙɪʀ ʀᴏᴘᴀ ᴅᴇ ᴇsᴘɪ́ʀɪᴛᴜ ᴇɴ ʟᴀ ᴄʟᴀsᴇ ᴅᴇ sᴜ ʜɪᴊᴏ ʟᴏ ᴀɴᴛᴇs ᴘᴏsɪʙʟᴇ! ¡ʀᴇᴄᴜᴇʀᴅᴀ sᴏʟᴏ ᴇɴ ᴇғᴇᴄᴛɪᴠᴏ!



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GREEN TEAM REMINDERS


To help keep California and our school beautiful, Dickson students and staff are educated on the importance of reducing food waste, recycling, and saving energy. Dickson participates in sorting our food and trashing during breakfast and lunch. 

If you would like to learn more about saving energy at home, please see the tips sheet below. 


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Doris Dickson Elementary School

Website: https://dickson.chino.k12.ca.us/

Principal: Renae McCain

Email: renae_mccain@chino.k12.ca.us

Assistant Principal: Celina Sedillo

Email: celina_sedillo@chino.k12.ca.us


Location: 3930 Pamela Drive | Chino, CA 91710

Phone Number: (909) 591-2653

School Hours: Bell Schedule


Principal Renae McCain

Assistant Principal Celina Sedillo


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Renae McCain
Principal, Doris Dickson Elementary