The following message was sent in an email to families on 8/20/26; click here to download a PDF of the letter, which is also available printed at the SRES front office.
Dear Salt River Elementary School Families: At SRES, our top priority is the safety and wellbeing of our students. We were recently made aware of a threat made against our school and posted to social media. All threats of violence are taken seriously, and the Salt River Police Department, as well as other bodies of law enforcement, are currently investigating. There was a small police presence on site throughout the school day (9/11/26).
Thankfully, no one was harmed in this incident, and the authorities have the matter under control. SRPD know who made the threat; however, due to the ongoing investigation, they cannot disclose more information. We want to assure families that Salt River Schools has a comprehensive crisis plan to address incidents like this. We are grateful to our partners in law enforcement for their quick and meaningful actions to ensure this situation did not escalate.
Counselors are available to students and staff who may need to discuss their feelings about this incident. We also encourage families to reach out to the Crisis Team at River Peoples Health Center, a 24/7 support service for Community members: 480-850-9230.
Additionally, we want to encourage parents and caregivers to reach out to our staff when concerns arise so we can address issues in safe, healthy ways. Making threats is inappropriate and can lead to serious criminal charges. Instead, let’s come up with solutions together. Please call our front office or email me to set up a meeting to discuss your concerns.
Respectfully,
Don Schopp, Principal
Salt River Elementary School
The following message was sent in an email to families on 8/20/26
SRES NOTICE: Emergency medical services were called to the Salt River Elementary School campus at 10:15 a.m. today (Aug. 20) for a child injury. The child is now okay. Due to federal privacy laws, we are not allowed to disclose more information. Some children may come home today and want to talk about the emergency responders or about what their classmate experienced. Just like teachers do in classrooms, we encourage families to talk with children about emergency responders, the importance of taking care of our bodies, and what to do if we need medical assistance. Our health team recommends parents check out this resource from Nemours KidsHealth for more information (https://kidshealth.org/en/kids/stay-healthy/). Call 480-362-2500 with any questions.
Updated Aug. 4, 2026
Due to the weather conditions expected this week, there will be no outdoor recess. For their safety and wellness, students will receive alternative indoor activities during their scheduled recess times. Call 480-362-2400 with any questions.
The following message was sent in an email to families on 8/2/26
Salt River Schools is excited to welcome back your amazing students for another great year of learning! The first day of school is Monday, August 3. Check out the list below for each school’s start time. For more information call Salt River Schools Administration at 480-362-2500 or visit SaltRiverSchools.org.
- Early Childhood Education Center: 7 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Parents may drop off students starting at 7 a.m. (Childcare Extended Hours 2:30–5:30 p.m.) ECEC Front Office: 480-362-2200
- Salt River Elementary School: 7:45 a.m. to 2:45 p.m. SRES Front Office: 480-362-2400
- Accelerated Learning Academy: 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Students select between two offered sessions. Students may arrive to school as early as 7:30 a.m. and may stay no later than 5 p.m. ALA Front Office: 480-362-2310
A few reminders:
There will be road construction that will close Center Street at Camelback this week beginning August 3. Click here for details. Please consider alternate routes to/from school; students who walk should be extra vigilant about road safety and may need to adjust their path (and start time) to school.
All enrolled families at the ECEC, SRES, and the ALA must read and sign the Student and Parent Handbook, which can be found here. A printed copy can also be requested at your child’s school. The Salt River Schools Student Conduct & Discipline Handbook is also found at the same online location and must also be reviewed and signed by families.
- It’s HOT! Remember to dress your child appropriately for the weather. Closed-toed shoes are required for student safety; students are not permitted to wear slides, slippers, or flip-flops to school. Crocs are permitted but need to be in “sport mode.” All shoes should be secured across the back of the foot. Learn more about the Salt River Schools dress code in the Student Conduct & Discipline Handbook.
- Reusable water bottles with your child’s name clearly printed on them are encouraged.
Find meal menus for your child’s school here (bookmark this page!).
Click here to download the Salt River Schools Academic Calendar and view our upcoming events (or ask your child’s school to print one out for you at the front desk). Are you interested in serving on the Salt River Schools Calendar Committee to help plan out the next few years? Email [email protected] with your name and a good way to contact you, and we'll send you info about the first planning meeting.
SCHOOL-SPECIFIC REMINDERS
ECEC: Please pick up your child on time; keep in touch with the school if there are any issues. REMEMBER: A photo ID is required for pick up. Please plan to register for ProCare this week. Please DO NOT park in the fire lane. The parking lot in front of the school is meant for parents to quickly and easily drop off/pick up their students. The fire lane must be kept clear for emergency vehicles. The Student & Parent Handbook has more information about this.
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SRES: Please drop off your students in the parking lot off Highland Avenue. Do NOT drop your child off at the front office (Center Street lot) unless it is after 7:45AM.
- The crosswalk is staffed from 7:15-7:45AM. Students using scooters and bikes should utilize the crosswalk to safely cross the roads in front of SRES.
- Students are to be picked up in the parking lot off Highland Avenue, not through the front office.
All changes to a student’s dismissal need to be called in to the office no later than 2PM on regular days and by 11:30AM on Early Release days.
If a student will be absent there are three options to report this:
- Call the Attendance Line at 480-362-2467
- Text the student's name and reason for absence to 480-603-655
- Email [email protected]