School & District News

Our 2025-26 Back to School Hub compiles all the essential information families need to get ready for the new school year. You’ll find details on enrollment, school start dates, supply lists, transportation options, bell schedules, and more.

Need help in supporting your child's well-being? We are offering FREE live webinars on Monday-Thursday evenings throughout the school year, and you can always watch previously recorded classes on your own time by visiting the Cook Center's full content library. Live webinar topics in May include: how to motivate your child, mindfulness for improved mental health, suicide prevention, protecting your child on social media, emotional regulation, video game addiction, stopping bullying cycles, and more.

Durango School District is once again offering free summer meals to all children through the 2025 Summer Food Service Program (SFSP), with a new location for this year: Needham Elementary School.

The Escalante Middle School building will be closed to the public from May 27 - August 7th due to construction. Office staff will work from a remote location and can be reached via email. If you have questions or concerns and need to speak to someone, please contact the District Office at 970-247-5411

Principal Emily Moreland - [email protected]
Asst. Principal Jessica Stumme - [email protected]
Asst. Principal David Tanaka - [email protected]
Admins. Asst. to the Principal Tami Jantz - [email protected]
Registrar Shanda Price - [email protected]
Counselor Kim Osby - [email protected]
Counselor Bruce Williams - [email protected]

Fall Check-in for all grade levels - August 14th from 5:30 6:30 PM
This event is designed to welcome students and families back to school with information from the EMS administration and district departments. Those attending will be able to tour the school, meet teachers, ask questions, and complete necessary forms via provided Chromebooks. Students will receive their team assignments at Fall Check-in and their schedules on the first day of school, Tuesday, August 19th.

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If your student plans to ride the bus this fall, here's what you need to know.

We want to make families aware of a dangerous social media trend encouraging students to damage or even set fire to their school-issued Chromebooks.

The Escalante Track & Field coaching staff is happy to welcome you to the 2025 season. We intend to make this beneficial and enjoyable for everyone involved. Please find below information about the Escalante Track & Field program we hope you find useful.

Due to the growing measles outbreaks in Texas and New Mexico and the high rate of tourism to our area, the Durango School District (DSD) Health Services Department is working to prepare and educate our students, families, and staff about measles and what to expect if there is a confirmed case in our schools.

📖 Get Your Yearbook – A Year to Remember! 🎉

🔥 LIMITED EDITION – Don’t Miss Out! 🔥

📚 What’s Inside?
✔ Hardcover & Full-Color: High-quality keepsake
✔ Made by Students, for Students: Every page is crafted with care
✔ Memories That Last: Friends, events, and unforgettable moments

🎟 EARLY BIRD SPECIAL – Order before May 1, 2025, and save $$!

📍 Where to Buy? EMS Office

📆 Deadline: May 1 to pre-order at $25.00. After that date, the books will be $30.00 until we run out

Don’t be the one who forgets! Order your copy today and relive the best moments of the year! 📸✨ Complete the attached form and return it, along with payment (cash or check made payable to EMS) to the front office.

YEARBOOK ORDER FORM (See below)

#Yearbook202X #MemoriesForLife #GetYoursNow

📖 Consigue tu anuario: ¡un año para recordar! 🎉

🔥 EDICIÓN LIMITADA - ¡No te lo pierdas! 🔥

📚 ¿Qué hay dentro?
✔ Tapa dura y a todo color: recuerdo de alta calidad.
✔ Hecho por estudiantes, para estudiantes: Cada página está elaborada con mimo
✔ Recuerdos que perduran: Amigos, eventos y momentos inolvidables.

🎟 EARLY BIRD SPECIAL - ¡Haz tu pedido antes del 1 de mayo de 2025 y ahorra $$!
¿Dónde comprar? Oficina EMS

📆 Fecha límite: 1 de mayo para pre-ordenar a $ 25,00. Después de esa fecha, los libros serán $30.00 hasta que se nos acaben

¡No seas el que se olvida! ¡Pide tu ejemplar hoy y revive los mejores momentos del año! 📸✨ Complete el formulario adjunto y devuélvalo, junto con el pago (en efectivo o cheque a nombre de EMS) a la oficina principal.

formulario de pedido de anuarios (see below)

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We’re thrilled to announce that after Spring Break, families of secondary students will have access to Abre – a powerful tool designed to bring all your student’s important school information together in one place. From grades and assignments to key updates, Abre makes it easier than ever to stay connected and engaged in your student’s education.