Duarte Unified Preschool Programs

The official twitter account of the Child Development Center & Preschool Programs operated by the Duarte Unified School District

[Southern California 511 @Go511]

Traffic Alert in Duarte.
On I-210 east near I-605. 2 of 4 lanes are closed from Mt Olive to Irwindale Ave until 7pm due to roadway repairs.

[Duarte Unified Preschool Programs @DuartePreschool]

Learning Links Parent Workshop: Early Stages of Writing

Come learn how early writing skills develop and how you can support your child at home!

Presented by your favorite presenter, Kathy Gomez!

Tuesday, March 10, 2026
8:30 AM – 10:00 AM
Andres Duarte – Room 6

Join us!

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📚✨ Literacy Day – Monday, March 2! ✨📚

Get ready for a day full of stories, smiles, and imagination!

📖 Choose a book you love
💛 Come in and read to the children — it’s such a meaningful way to be involved

Every child can join in, no matter the character!

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✨ March Preschool Events You Won’t Want to Miss! We have an exciting month ahead for our students and families! Be sure to mark your calendars:
📖 Literacy Day – Monday, 3/2
✏️ Learning Links Parent Workshop: Early Stages of Writing – Tuesday, 3/10
🏫 Open House at AD – 3/24

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Career Day is coming — Friday, February 13! 🎉
Parents, we’d love for you to join us and share your job with our preschoolers. Your stories help spark big dreams in little minds! Sign up today 😊

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Crazy Hair Day – This Friday!

This Friday, we’re celebrating Crazy Hair Day
Children are invited to come to school with their hair styled in a silly, wacky, or creative way
Big, small, colorful, or funny — all styles are welcome!

Let’s show off those amazing hairstyles!

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Learning Links Parent Workshop: Literacy
When: Tuesday, December 9, 2025
Time:  8:30 AM- 10:00 AM
Where:  Andres Duarte, Room 6

📚 Join us for a fun preschool parent workshop on early literacy!

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📣 When: Thursday, October 16th
📍 Where: Duarte Community Center
🕖 Time: 7:00 pm – 7:30 pm

Join us for our annual Child Development "Spotlight" Board Presentation! 🌟

🎥 This is a livestream event, so come ready to shine and support our little stars!

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Please take note of these upcoming events:

📌 Friday, October 13 – Staff Development Day
➡️ No School

📌 Tuesday, October 14 at 8:30 AM – Learning Links Parent Workshop

📌 Thursday, October 16 at 7:00 PM – Board of Education Presentation, Duarte Community Center

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Picture Day at Andres Duarte will be on Tuesday, September 16, 2025.

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We’re excited to welcome all parents to Back to School Night! Come meet your child’s teacher and get a glimpse into their classroom experience.

📍 Maxwell
🗓️ Monday, September 2
🕕 6:00–7:00 PM

📍 Andres Duarte
🗓️ Tuesday, September 3
🕕 6:00–7:00 PM
We can’t wait to see you!

[Child Mind Institute @childmindinst]

How are digital devices shaping adolescent brains—and are they linked to rising mental health issues? Psychologist @JonHaidt and @DrKoplewicz discuss with journalist @PerriPeltz. Get your tickets now:
https://t.co/BQG8idzPh9

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Now is the time to register for preschool!
We offer classes at both our Andres Duarte Campus and Maxwell Campus.
🌟 New this year: We're excited to offer an afternoon session at Maxwell from 12:15–3:15 PM!
Stop by our office to pick up an application and secure your spot today!

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📣 Now Enrolling for Preschool!
Our office at 1433 Crestfield Drive in Duarte is open and accepting applications for the 2025–2026 school year!
First Day of School is August 13, 2025 — and it’ll be here before you know it!
Stop by to pick up an application.

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📚✨ Calling All Guest Readers! ✨📚
We are looking for guest readers to join us and share their love of books with our preschool students on Monday, March 3!! If you’re interested in reading to our little ones and sparking their imaginations, please contact your child’s teacher.

[Quality Start LA @QualityStartLA]

Winter break is here!❄️ Keep your little ones engaged and learning with #QSLA's Learn and Play Activity Videos! From creative crafts to fun educational activities, we've got something for every curious mind.🧩🎨 Click here to get started 👉 https://t.co/cheKECWmRN

[Quality Start LA @QualityStartLA]

Check out our January #TheConnections newsletter, our monthly #familyengagement guide for #ECE providers🙌. In this issue we’re focusing on working with families to explore the impact of play and music for children’s healthy development🎶❤️.
Click here 👉🏽 https://t.co/uP9wAIQZU4

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Consulta nuestro boletín de enero #LaConexion, nuestra guía mensual de compromiso familiar para proveedores🙌. En esta edición, nos centramos en trabajar con familias para explorar el impacto del juego y la música en el desarrollo saludable🎶❤️ 👉🏽 https://t.co/6KIXIwiXL3

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Thursday, October 31 is Dress Like Your Favorite Book Character Day @DuartePreschool !

Be creative! Use things and materials you already have at home.
You may also bring along the book featuring that character.

We can't wait to see your creativity!🤩

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A friendly reminder that Monday, October 14th is a non-student day. Enjoy the long weekend!