Sumner Danbury holds assemblies at the beginning of the school year to go over the school and playground rules. At the assembly, the school rules are reviewed for new and returning students and they get a chance to learn more about the positive behavior incentives program. 

Our discipline plan is based on teaching and acknowledging positive behavior expectations. These expectations are based on our school motto: Be Kind, Be Responsible, Be the Best You Can Be!

This week, high school student musicians from Claremont High School came to Sumner Danbury to demonstrate and showcase orchestra and band instruments (pictured below).

Registration packets for the CUSD Elementary Instrumental Music Program (EIMP) were sent home to 4th-6th graders on Friday, August 30, and are due by September 13. Please complete both sides of the form and return it to the school office promptly. Extra forms are in the school office. No additional classes will be added this year, and popular classes like percussion may reach full capacity.

Join The EIMP Team at the registration fair on Wednesday, September 11, from 6:00-7:30 pm at the El Roble gym. You can submit paperwork, meet the teachers, ask questions, and get your student sized for a district strings instrument if needed.

Before School 7:40 AM - 7:55 AM

• Students are to arrive between 7:40 AM - 7:55 AM

• Optional breakfast is available for free in our MPR cafeteria 7:40 AM - 7:55 AM

• The playground is also open for play during this time (NEW)

• The Line up bell rings at 7:55 AM

• School begins every day at 8:00 AM

• Teachers pick up their students from their line at 8:00 AM

• Students are late and will be marked tardy if they arrive after 8:00 AM

Prompt and regular attendance is a key component to your child’s success in school. Students need to attend school to achieve in school. When students are not in school, they fall behind. Chronic absenteeism impacts all students—no matter their age. Students that miss just two days a month for any reason are more likely to not read at grade level, and more likely to not graduate.

When excessive absences (excused and unexcused) or tardies occur, the school district’s automated system notifies parents with a letter expressing concern. The school site makes every effort to work with families to solve attendance problems. However, if poor attendance continues, the matter may be referred to the School Attendance and Review Board of Los Angeles County (SARB).

Parents can help promote good attendance by scheduling home activities, appointments, trips, and family vacations outside of regular school days and times.

When your child is absent

As soon as you know your child will be absent from school, please call the office to speak to the office directly or call the Attendance Hotline. You can call this number any time; it is available 24 hours.

Attendance Hotline: (909) 399-1749

If you do not call, please expect a call from the office that day. As you can imagine, this is a time consuming job, so your help in calling the office is greatly appreciated.

Contracts - Independent Study

If it becomes necessary for your child to be absent from school for three or more days in a row, please let your child’s teacher know at least three days in advance, if possible. Classroom work will be sent with your child and he/she is expected to complete this work during the contract dates. When the work is completed, it must be returned to the school immediately. The funding credit collected from the state is based on the percentage of the work completed by the student.

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Welcome to the Autism Corner! Here you will find resources for supporting students with Autism at home. This resource will help prepare kids with autism for the new school year and help ease the stressful transition from summer to school.

Children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) often thrive on consistent routines, so it’s understandable that significant transitions—like starting a new school year—can be stressful.

To help ease any anxiety or challenging behaviors during this time, it’s beneficial to plan ahead and involve your child in the preparations. Here are some steps to make the transition smoother:

1. Discuss School with Your Child: Talk about the upcoming school year and set expectations together. If you know any of your child’s classmates, consider arranging a play date before summer ends to help them reconnect.

2. Prepare Early and Make it Fun: Turn shopping for school supplies and clothes into a fun event. Look for sensory-friendly items, such as fidget spinners, to support your child’s coping strategies. Ensure new clothes are comfortable and washed, and allow time for new shoes to be broken in.

3. Visit the School Together: Take your child to explore the school, including the classroom and areas they will frequent, such as the front office, cafeteria, music room, APE gym, OT Clinic and playground. Arrange for your child to meet their new teacher and principal so that your child can become familiar these individuals.

4. Connect with School Staff: Reach out to school leadership and support staff to learn about resources and accommodations available for children with autism. Establish a communication plan with your child’s teacher and share important information about your child and their diagnosis. Feel free to offer your child's teacher helpful resources that have worked for your child.

5. Practice the New Routine: If possible take photos of the school environment and teachers to create a social story that your child can refer to. Click HERE to see an example of a social story.

6. Create Visual Schedules: Post a visual schedule or calendar in advance so your child knows what to expect with the new routine. As you learn about the new daily schedule, gradually adjust your child’s wake-up and meal times to prepare them for the school year ahead.

By taking these steps, you can help your child navigate the transition more smoothly and confidently.

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