Academics: Elementary School

TCDS is known throughout Tucson as a consistently great school and it shows in our enrollment. We enjoy a waiting list for admission to most grades so please be sure to register your child or children as soon as possible. Specifically, students wishing to enter into our Kinder or 1st grade programs are typically put on a waiting list. Weekly lotteries are held to fill available spaces. Students with currently enrolled siblings or those attending our Early Education pre-kindergarten program are given priority over the general public.

Class Sizes
TCDS believes in individual attention, keeping class sizes much lower than are found in most school districts.

Grades Kindergarten through 5th - no more than 22 students per class

Our middle school enjoys no more than 26 students in each class

Well Rounded Education
Studies have shown that students need to learn about more than just the core academic subjects. All students attend Specials classes which include Spanish, Technology, Physical Education, Art and Music once per week. Students also have time for recess where they learn important life skills such as cooperation, manners, no bullying and respect for all.

Attendance
Attendance is a very important part of the learning process. The day begins and ends with a flag ceremony. Students must be in line at the morning flag raising ceremony to be counted as present and on-time for class. Leaving before flag lowering is considered an early release from school.

Perfect Attendance
At the end of every quarter, students will receive recognition for perfect attendance. If a student has a tardy or early release, they are not eligible for Perfect Attendance (this includes a child that leaves early or arrives late due to an appointment).