Joe Carlson Elementary

08/19/2026

Join us this Wednesday, Aug. 19 @ 5 p.m. for our annual Move On When Reading Meeting and Overview.

08/18/2026

📚 REVISED: 2026–2027 EARLY RELEASE INFORMATION ⏰

Please note that our Early Release information has been revised to include Preschool release times.

There have been NO changes to the previously published Early Release dates. This revision is only to add Preschool AM and PM release times for your reference.

⏰ Early Release Times:

Preschool
AM Session: 10:00 a.m.
PM Session: 12:45 p.m.

Elementary & Middle Schools: 1:00 p.m.
Douglas High School: 1:15 p.m.

As a reminder, Early Release Days are not scheduled every Wednesday as they have been in previous years. Please refer to the published 2026–2027 Early Release Dates and plan accordingly.

Thank you for your attention to this update and for your continued support!

08/17/2026

📲 Introducing ATTENDANCE PRO! Douglas Unified School District #27’s New Text-Based Attendance System

We are making it easier for families to communicate student absences with ATTENDANCE PRO, our new text-based attendance system.

Each school has been assigned a dedicated Attendance Pro phone number that parents and guardians can CALL or TEXT to report a student absence.

⚠️ IMPORTANT ATTENDANCE REMINDER! To ensure your student’s absence is properly excused, parents/guardians should call or text the school’s assigned Attendance Pro number PRIOR TO or ON THE DAY OF THE ABSENCE.

Reporting absences promptly helps our schools maintain accurate attendance records and strengthens communication between school and home.

📱 CALL OR TEXT — IT’S THAT EASY!
No app is required. Simply use your school’s assigned Attendance Pro number to communicate attendance information.

Visit your school’s website or contact your school's office, for its assigned Attendance Pro phone number and additional attendance information.

Thank you!

08/17/2026

IMPORTANT REMINDER: 2026–2027 EARLY RELEASE DATES ⏰
Early Release Days are no longer scheduled for every Wednesday as they have been in previous years. Early release will occur only on the designated dates listed below during the 2026–2027 school year.

📅 Please mark your calendars:

August: 26
September: 10, 11, 16 & 30
October: 9 & 28
November: 18
December: 9 & 18
January: 13 & 27
February: 4, 5, 10 & 24
March: 5 & 17
April: 14 & 28
May: 5, 19 & 26

⏰ Early Release Times:
Elementary & Middle Schools: 1:00 p.m.
Douglas High School: 1:15 p.m.

Thank you for your continued support and partnership throughout the school year!

08/14/2026

Dear Joe Carlson Elementary Families,

Staying on top of your child's attendance just got a lot easier.
Starting August 17, Joe Carlson Elementary will be using a new text-based system to keep you informed when your child is absent — and to make it simple for you to respond, ask questions, and share notes, all without a phone call.

Here's what's new:
You'll receive a text when your child is absent. A message will come from (520) 438 1802 — save this number in your contacts so you never miss it.

You can text back directly. Reply to confirm an absence, share the reason, or ask a question. It's that simple.

You can send photos of notes by text. Need to submit a parent note or a doctor's note? Just take a photo and text it to the same number — no need to drop anything off at the office.

You can proactively text us. Know that your child will be absent? Send us a text to (520) 438 1802, and we’ll update the record accordingly.

The texts are powered by our AI attendance assistant. Every response goes directly to our attendance team, and your child's record is updated accordingly.
If you have questions or need help, please reach out to us at (520) 805-4400. We're grateful for your partnership and committed to making every school day count.
Sincerely,

Joe Carlson Elementary School

08/12/2026

📚 EARLY RELEASE REMINDER – TODAY! ⏰
Please remember that TODAY, Wednesday, August 12, is an Early Release Day!
Elementary & Middle Schools: Dismissal at 1:00 p.m.
Douglas High School: Dismissal at 1:15 p.m.
Please make arrangements for your student’s early dismissal.
Thank you for your continued support!

08/11/2026

Thank you for stopping by and for the sweets! Thank you Dr. Jacqui Clay and to your amazing staff!

08/07/2026

Welcome to the DUSD Family, New Teachers! We are excited to welcome our newest teachers to the DUSD family! We are thrilled to have this talented group of educators join our team as we begin another year dedicated to inspiring, educating, and empowering every student. Please join us in welcoming our newest members of the DUSD family! ♥️

08/03/2026

Governing Board Meeting - August 4, 2026 at 5:00 PM

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