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Standards Based Grading
The Deer Valley Unified School District uses standards based grading. Click the link to learn more about our grading practices.
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Lobo Family Folder
Click on the link to connect with the Lobo Family Google Drive Folder. You will be able to access information about BoysTown Skills, Calming Strategies/Social Emotional, Family Handbook, Class Supply List, the Lobo Behavior Matrix/Rules and more!
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Optional Device Protection Plan
The Deer Valley Unified School District is providing a device protection plan for students and parents utilizing take-home devices. Please click for more information.
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Esperanza Music Academy
Esperanza's identity is a Music Academy, which means students receive a diverse music learning experience. With two full-time music teachers, Esperanza students receive music classes every other day with opportunities for after-school music enrichment as well. Esperanza offers classes that focus on Band, Chorus, Handbells, and Orchestra for the 4th-6th graders. In addition, K-3 students learn fundamental knowledge about music culture and history through song, dance, and instrument playing that build a love of creativity and foster a positive music experience.
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21st Century Program
Our 21st CCLC program is available for families before and after school. During this time, students are engaged in academic and enrichment activities. They enjoying building projects, making crafts, playing tennis, or doing community projects. This time together is precious, as the students become better learners, friends, and community members.
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BoysTown
We use BoysTown here at Esperanza. BoysTown is a systematic school-based intervention that includes a detailed approach to classroom management and behavioral teaching. Click to read more.
Lobos News
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COVID-19 Symptoms
If your child shows any signs of illness or symptoms of COVID-19, he/she should not go to school. According to the Maricopa County Department of Public Health, COVID-19 symptoms include...
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My School Menus
Deer Valley Unified School District Food & Nutrition Department is pleased to introduce My School Menus, a mobile app and web-based system with interactive menus. My School Menus also allows easy access to complete nutrition information for school meals—anytime, anywhere. Please click for more information.
From Our Principal
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Meet Mrs. Sepuka
Welcome to Esperanza Elementary School! We are pleased to be part of your child (ren’s) education! We have a highly qualified, caring staff that is here to meet the needs of your child (ren) academically, socially and emotionally. At Esperanza we offer a continuum of services to meet all of our students’ needs. We are committed to offering extraordinary learning experiences through the use of rigorous, engaging curriculum, small group instruction while utilizing the Common Core Standards and individual student data. We are focused on continuously improving the learning experiences for everyone at our school. Read More... Mighty Lobo Award: Nominate an exceptional staff member.
School Information
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Principal:
Melissa SepukaDean:
Megan CalhounFront Office:
623-445-3700Attendance:
623-445-3790Fax:
623-445-3780Health Office:
623-445-3710School Hours:
Kindergarten - 6th: 8:45am-3:30 pmAM Preschool: 9:30am-12pm
PM Preschool: 1pm-3:30pm
Early Release Times:90 Minutes Early ReleaseKindergarten - 6th: 8:45am-2:00 pm1/2 Day Early ReleaseKindergarten - 6th: 8:45am-12:05 pm
Upcoming Events
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Friday
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February 10, 2023
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February 14, 2023
7:00 PM Governing Board Meeting
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February 20, 2023
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February 24, 2023
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February 28, 2023
7:00 PM Governing Board Meeting
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March 3, 2023
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March 7, 2023
7:00 PM Governing Board Meeting
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March 10, 2023
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March 13, 2023