Stella Brockman Dolphin Tides

May 2026

Stella Brockman Dolphin Tides May 2026

Vision: Stella Brockman strives to provide a safe/engaging learning environment where every student works to achieve grade level standards, feels physically and emotionally safe, and is challenged in becoming lifelong learners.

Mission: In partnership with MUSD; through smart actions and decisions, Stella Brockman will work together using meaningful, measurable, and aligned data for all students to achieve mastery of grade level standards in all subjects based on their unique educational pathway in a safe environment inclusive of design, security, and climate.

Important Dates:

May 4th-May 15th

District Writing Assessment

May 4th-May 8th

CAST Testing (5th and 8th Grades)

Teacher/Staff Appreciation Week

May 4th

Futsal Awards/End of Season Gathering, Gym

4th-6th Grade Track Trials, East Union

May 5th

Day of the Teacher

Give Back Night, Chick-Fil-A (HWY 120 Location)

2:45pm School Site Council Mtg, Library

May 7th

8th Grade Great Wolf Lodge Trip

Grade Level Challenge BBQ

5:00-6:30 Open House

May 14th

Perfect Attendance Cinnamon Roll Breakfast

May 18th

Family Life Instruction Begins (5th and 7th Grades)

May 21st

3:00pm UTK-3rd Grade PBIS Dance

4:15pm 4th-7th Grade PBIS Dance

May 25th

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May 27th

9:00 8th Grade Celebration Ceremony

11:00-12:00 8th Grade Celebration Dance

May 28th

Minimum Day

May 29th

Last Day of School

Minimum Day

8:30-9:00 Kindergarten Celebration

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Principal’s Message: End of the School Year

Dolphins,

As we approach the end of another incredible school year, I want to take a moment to reflect on all that we’ve accomplished together and to share some of the exciting events ahead.

We are wrapping up state testing, and I want to commend our students and staff for their focus, perseverance, and hard work. This time of year also brings many opportunities to celebrate learning and community. We are looking forward to our upcoming Open House, where students will proudly showcase their growth and achievements.

In the coming weeks, we will honor some important milestones. Our 8th grade students will be celebrated as they prepare for their next chapter, and we will also recognize our kindergartners.

We will continue to celebrate positive habits and strong attendance with our grade-level challenge attendance BBQ, a cinnamon roll breakfast for students with perfect attendance, and our PBIS dances. These events are a reflection of the commitment our students have shown all year long.

I would also like to share a staffing update. Next school year, we are excited to welcome Irene Olmos to our team as vice principal. At the same time, we extend our sincere gratitude to our current vice principal, Jennifer Marquez, who will be moving on to serve another school community. We thank Mrs. Marquez for her dedication and the positive impact she has made on our students and staff.

As we finish strong, thank you for your continued support, partnership, and commitment to our school community. It has been a wonderful year, and we look forward to celebrating these final moments together.

Warm regards,

Ms. Gutierrez, principal

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A Message of Gratitude from our Vice Principal, Mrs. Marquez

Being part of the Stella Brockman community has been such a meaningful experience for me, and I am truly grateful for the time I’ve spent here. Each day, it has been a joy getting to know your students and watching them grow, learn, and thrive. With that shared, I also want to let you know that I will be transitioning to New Haven Elementary next school year, where I will continue serving as a vice principal. While I am excited for this next chapter, it is incredibly difficult to step away from a place that has meant so much to me.

Our Dolphins bring so much joy, resilience, and positivity to campus, and I feel incredibly fortunate to have been part of their journey. I am also deeply grateful to have worked alongside such a dedicated and caring staff. The relationships I have built and the memories we have created together are truly irreplaceable and will stay with me always.

Thank you for your trust, your support, and for allowing me to be a part of this special community. Stella Brockman will always hold a special place in my heart, and it is a place I will never forget.

With gratitude,

Mrs. Jennifer Marquez

Vice Principal

8th Grade

Great Wolf Lodge: Students who attend will be provided with a shirt, which must be worn while at the waterpark. Buses will depart from Great Wolf Lodge at 4:30 PM, and students are expected to arrive back at Stella Brockman at approximately 4:45 PM. If your child has permission to walk home after the trip, please notify the office in advance.

8th Grade Celebration: Celebration Ceremony- May 27th 9:00-10:00, courtyard

Individual and group pictures: Individual pictures will be in the library before school beginning at 7:15am.
Gates open to families at 8:45am.
Siblings must be checked out from the office between 8:15-8:30 (before the ceremony).
The ceremony will begin promptly at 9:00am.

Event Attire:

Student attire must meet district dress code standards. Students are encouraged to wear comfortable shoes. Students should wear their ceremony shoes during practice.

Event Decorum:

Students have worked hard to participate in the 8th Grade Celebration and to make this event a special occasion. All families deserve to hear their student’s name read aloud at the event. NO noise makers, balloons, or signs/banners are permitted during the event. Guests will be reminded to silence their cell phones. Guests are to remain seated during the entire ceremony and to be courteous to speakers. We ask that guests applaud to show appreciation or to honor a student.

Event Tickets:

Everyone, including children, attending the event must have a ticket. Each student will receive four (4) tickets. No additional tickets are available from the school site.

**If you want to check out your child after the ceremony, there will be sign out sheets at the gate.**

8th Grade Dance: The 8th grade dance will take place after the ceremony at 11am. This event is for students only. After the dance, students can be checked out through the office.

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May PBIS Focus: Recess Expectations

This month, our Stella Brockman Dolphins are focusing on ending our year strong by demonstrating positive behavior during recess by being Safe, Respectful, and Responsible. Recess is a time for students to play, connect, and recharge, and we are reinforcing expectations that help keep it enjoyable for everyone.

Students are practicing how to walk safely, be aware of their surroundings, and keep hands and feet to themselves. They are also working on being respectful by following directions, using appropriate language, and playing fairly with others. In addition, we are emphasizing responsibility by reminding students to return equipment, freeze when the whistle blows, stay in designated areas, and report any concerns to staff.

Thank you for your continued support in reinforcing these expectations as we work together to keep our campus safe and positive for all students!

Daily Arrival Procedures

Annex Site (UTK–Kindergarten):

Students will line up inside the annex gate, where staff will be available to provide support.
Parents must drop students off at the gate.
Please note that our campus is closed; parents will not be permitted to enter beyond the gate after the first day of school.
Gates close promptly at 8:00 am Students arriving after this time must enter through the gym gate between 8:00 am and 8:15 am.
After 8:15 am, students must enter through the main office located on the main site.

Main Site (1st–8th Grades):

Students enter through the main gate and proceed directly to their designated area or classroom.
As with the annex, the main gate closes at 8:00 am, and late arrivals must use the gym gate until 8:15 am, then the main office after that time.
Please note that our campus is closed; parents will not be permitted to enter beyond the gate after the first day of school.

The annex office serves our preschool program only. All UTK–8th grade families should contact the main site office for assistance.

Dismissal Procedures

Planning Ahead:

Please have a clear dismissal plan and communicate it with both your child and their teacher.
If there is a change in your child’s regular dismissal routine, notify the teacher and the main office as early as possible.

Dismissal Locations:

Walkers must leave campus promptly at dismissal. This is not a time to socialize.
Bus riders will report to the designated area in front of the school.
Afterschool program students will meet in the main site cafeteria. Please inform your child’s teacher if they are enrolled in the program.
Car riders will wait at the front of the school. Parents should establish a meeting location with their child. Staff will be present to assist students as needed.

We appreciate your support in ensuring a smooth and safe arrival and dismissal process for all students.

Annex Parking Lot Procedures

Enter on Silverado (No exit on Silverado)
Unload and load students on the curb
Do not exit your vehicle when in the loading/unloading area
If you must exit your vehicle, find a parking stall
Use the parking spots from the Crom entrance
Leave handicap spots open for designated handicap vehicles
Use the crosswalks to pick up/drop off students
Listen to school staff

Main Site Parking Lot Procedures

New this year: No pick up or drop off in the bus lane (lane closest to the school)
Use crosswalks at all times while entering or exiting campus
Follow the directions of the school staff
Do not leave cars unattended
Leave handicap spots open for designated handicap vehicles
If you need to exit your vehicle, park in a designated parking stall
There is one entrance and one exit, do not go against traffic to enter the parking lot

Attendance Matters

Our site's goal is to increase our school wide attendance percentage and decrease chronic absenteeism. To do this, we need your help. You can help us reach our goals by ensuring students attend school each day and arrive to school on time, at 8:00am. If your student has to be absent, please contact the office to excuse the absence or email ajacoby@musd.net.

Students who have perfect attendance will participate in our cinnamon roll breakfast. The grade level with the highest attendance percentage will have a BBQ.