Dragon Newsletter

May 8, 2026

Principals Message

Dear Families,

It does not seem possible that the end of the school year is less than 2 weeks away! The last week of school will include many festivities to celebrate the end of the year. UPK Bubble Day is on Tuesday, May 19. Kindergarten and 1st Grade will have their award ceremonies on Wednesday, May 20. We look forward to seeing you there! 

To help us with end-of-year procedures, please ensure that library books – and any other school property - are returned. If you will be PCSing, please work with Ms. De Leon to coordinate school clearance and records. 

Re-registration is open now. Every family must complete the re-registration process, even if you will not be returning to Pierce Terrace ES next school year. Re-registration is through the Parent Portal. Your login ID is your email used at registration. If you have questions or need assistance with the process, please contact our school registrar, Ms. De Leon. 

Parent Portal Link: https://dodeasis.myfollett.com/aspen/logon.do

Thank you for being part of our school community! Together, we make Pierce Terrace Elementary School special! 

Dr. Sandra Whitaker

Dr. Sandra Whitaker

Important Dates to Remember

May 19 - Kindergarten - Water Day

May 20 - Kindergarten and 1st Grade Awards Day

May 20 - PTA Meeting

May 21 - Early Release - Last Day for Students

 

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K & 1st Grade Lunch on the Lawn

Pierce Terrace Elementary School (PTES) celebrated the Month of the Military Child with a joyful “Lunch on the Lawn” event that brought families together in a relaxed, outdoor setting. Families joined their children on the school grounds, spreading out blankets to create their own picnic spaces. The event provided a meaningful opportunity for parents and caregivers to share a meal and connect with their child during the school day. Laughter, conversation, and a strong sense of community filled the lawn as PTES honored its military-connected students and their families.

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School Hours

Grade Regular Hours  
PK - 1 8:15 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.  

*The Second Tuesday of the Month is an Early Release Day.

The student day is from 8:15 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Breakfast Hours: 7:45 a.m. - 8:10 a.m.

Student Drop-Off Reminder
Morning student drop-off begins at 7:45 a.m. Please do not drop off students before this time, as they will be unsupervised.

Reminder for Dismissal
Please remember that Carter Road is NOT a one-way street. Carter Road is Fort Jackson property, and all drivers must follow post traffic laws at all times.

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