English cover of Esperanza Elementary School’s October 2026 STAR Update, with a blue-and-gold design, smiling star mascot, and a photo of students working together to hold a large object overhead. Principal Dr. Kristen Robertson’s message celebrates student growth and encourages reading and learning at home. Upcoming events include Parent–Teacher Conferences and half days October 1–2; Fall Break with no school October 5–9; half days October 15, 22, and 29; Coffee with the Principal October 16; and Kona Ice October 29. Regular instruction begins at 7:40 a.m., with dismissal at 2:40 p.m. Thursday early dismissal is 11:40 a.m. School contact: 602-442-2800, 3025 W. McDowell Road, Phoenix, AZ 85009. A small portrait of the principal accompanies an invitation to Coffee with the Principal.

October STAR Update is here!

Esperanza Elementary

September 30, 2026

Hello, Esperanza families! ⭐

Our October newsletter is ready! Read the STAR Update for school reminders, family activities, student and staff spotlights, classroom photos, and simple ways to support reading at home. English and Spanish pages are included.

Remember: Parent–Teacher Conferences are October 1–2, and there is no school October 5–9 for Fall Break.

Find the newsletter here: https://aptg.co/5CCXBp

Thank you for your continued support. We’re looking forward to another month of learning together!