Tanglewood Elementary School

06/02/2026

Could you spare two hours this Thursday, Friday or Saturday? We'd love to see you there volunteering!

Could you spare two hours this Thursday, Friday or Saturday? Community Garage Sale with a Purpose: No Child Goes Hungry week is here! And we could use volunteers. Shifts are two hours in length and we'd love to have your support: https://bit.ly/2026SaleVolunteers.

💲 Did you know? Even if you can’t make it to the garage sale, you can still support the cause by donating online to the Community Assistance School Lunch Program. Every $1 helps! https://bit.ly/DollarCampaign

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05/27/2026

Did you know? If you're unable to shop the Community Garage Sale with a Purpose: No Child Goes Hungry, but want to help, you can donate online to the Community Assistance School Lunch Program.

Every $ helps!

https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/donation-form/dollar1-makes-a-difference-community-assistance-feed-a-hungry-child-donation--2026

Did you know? Even if you can’t make it to the Community Garage Sale with a Purpose: No Child Goes Hungry, you can still support the cause by donating online to the Community Assistance School Lunch Program. Every $1 helps!

https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/donation-form/dollar1-makes-a-difference-community-assistance-feed-a-hungry-child-donation--2026

05/21/2026

We are so proud of you, Kai!

05/20/2026

📣💬 Staying Connected Just Got Easier! 💬📣

Derby Public Schools is excited to introduce our new communication platform, ParentSquare. Beginning this summer and into the 2026-2027 school year, you will receive district, school, classroom and activities/athletics updates in one convenient place, making it easier for staff and families to stay connected, informed and engaged from any mobile device or computer.

➡️ At the secondary level (grades 6-12), students will have access to StudentSquare on their school device or through a mobile app for after-school activities and athletics communication. Students/Families may choose to download the free ParentSquare or StudentSquare app for iOS or Android, or log in at www.parentsquare.com.

➡️ You can also:
• Choose how and when you receive messages
• Reply to messages from staff
• View calendars and sign-ups
• and more, all in your preferred language

➡️ Video Overviews
• ParentSquare Overview Video: https://parentsquare.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/articles/203414049-Getting-Started
• Student Square Overview Video: https://parentsquare.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/articles/18991305035021-Learn-to-use-StudentSquare

05/15/2026

Tigers, what better way to kick off the last week of school than with a Pajama Day!!! Let’s see all your PJ’s

05/14/2026

This is such a great community event! Please consider helping out in some way!!

Community Garage Sale with a Purpose: No Child Goes Hungry: Last Donation Drop-Off is May 14 & Volunteers Needed for Upcoming Sale

Derby Public Schools and the Rotary Club of Derby, KS are hosting a Community Garage Sale with a Purpose, with all proceeds supporting the Community Assistance School Lunch Program, helping provide meals for students in need.

➡️ Last of the Donation Drop-Off Dates:
Thursday, May 14, 3-5PM, 222. E Madison in Derby
OR drop-off at BRG Precision Products, Inc. 600 N. River Street in Derby, until May 15 (Monday-Friday) 8AM-4PM.

We need lots of helping hands to make this event a success! Every volunteer shift directly supports students, helping ensure they can focus on learning, not hunger.

➡️ Please review the available volunteer slots needed BEFORE the sale: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/70A0E45A8A62EA5FF2-62437218-garage #/
**Please Note: May 19, May 20, June 1 and June 2 are NOT donation drop-off opportunities. These volunteer days are for organizing the donations previously received.**

Please review the available volunteer slots needed DURING/AFTER the sale, June 4-7: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/70A0E45A8A62EA5FF2-62490812-garage #/

05/13/2026

Looking for a fun summer activity? Check out this one, and many other great options, at www.derbyschools.com/SummerLearning.

There are still spots open for Panther Leadership Academy 2026!

Derby High School student council invites current 2nd-5th graders to join us for 3 days of learning about becoming the best leaders they can be in their everyday lives. Students from DHS StuCo have planned activities, games and projects that will challenge young leaders and make them think.

May 26th-28th ~ 9 am to noon
Derby High School
$30 registration fee includes a t-shirt, a snack each day and all workshop materials.

Register online at: www.tinyurl.com/PantherLeadership2026

Derby Public Schools

05/12/2026

Last week, our S2S students toured McConnell AFB to see leadership in action. They learned about the base mission and how every unit works together to support that mission. Everything from touring the KC-135 to seeing the military working dogs and innovation lab made our day so fun. We are grateful for the partnership at MAFB for making this possible for our Tigers!

05/08/2026

Now in its third year, the student-led school carnival at Tanglewood gave third graders the chance to bring economics to life through hands-on learning. Students in the classes of Eve Terrell, Joshua Priebe and Sheena Jenkins designed advertisements for their carnival games, managed ticket distribution and worked together to keep their booths profitable.

Throughout the day, students from other grade levels visited the carnival to play games and win prizes. Many of this year’s fifth graders (the first group to host the carnival three years ago) enjoyed watching the current third graders creatively run games they once led themselves.

What a fun and engaging way to apply real-world economics skills!

05/01/2026

Thank you to our two lunch room hero’s Nina and Tina! Thank you both for all your hard work!