Dragon Newsletter

Dear Families,

On the first day of school each year, the last day of school feels miles and miles away. In May, we always wonder where the year went. We thank each of you for your contributions here at Pierce Terrace Elementary School. It has been a fantastic year of learning, and the children have grown so much! Together we make Pierce Terrace a special place for teaching and learning.  

Here is a look back at School Year 2025-2026: 

• 257 students (on average) 
• 55 staff members 
• 9 new staff members 
• 1 new principal 
• 2 days of student-engaged conferences 
• 1 Pastries for Parents Day 
• 1 Breakfast with Grandparents Day 
• 10 Walk to School Days 
• 4 Make & Take Events 
• 4 Awards Ceremonies 
• 2 Book Fairs 
• 1 Red Ribbon Week 
• 1 Kindness Week 
• 1 STEM Week 
• 1 National Nutrition Day 
• 1 Activity Day 
• 1 Career Day 
• 1 Field Day 
• 1 Read Across America Event 
• 8,233 Books checked out from the library 
• 4 PBIS Celebrations 
• 1 month-long celebration for Month of the Military Child 
• Dozens of parent volunteers 
• 13 Teacher of the Year nominees 
• 1 amazing year!  

To our 1^st graders, we wish you the very best as you transition to a new school for 2^nd grade. We know you will be successful and continue to do amazing things as you engage in learning!  

To all who are PCSing, we wish you well. Safe travels to your new home and best wishes as you embrace the next phase of your journey.  

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