Welcome to Tavan!

Julie Ballard

Principal

480-484-3510

jballard@susd.org

Suzi Figueroa

Assistant Principal

480-484-3514

mfigueroa@susd.org

 

School Address: 4610 E. Osborn Rd., Phoenix, AZ 85018

Office Hours: 8:00 am - 3:30 pm | Main Phone: 480-484-3500 | Main Fax: 480-484-3501

Gates Open: 8:25 AM | Gates Close: 8:40 AM

Regular School Hours: 8:45 am - 3:15 pm | Early Release Hours: 8:45 am - 1:15 pm (Pre-K 1:00 PM)

Call the main phone number to: Report an absence, speak with the nurse, speak with the cafeteria or use our staff directory or visit the online directory: https://tavan.susd.org/our-school/our-staff

 

OTHER HELPFUL EMAILS:

Administrative Support Coordinator: Marisol Osuna Sanchez | mosunasanchez@susd.org

Registrar: Maria Padilla | ipadilla@susd.org

Nurse: Bella Noli | bnoli@susd.org

PTO President: Kristie Austin | president@tavanpto.com

ACADEMICS & COMMUNICATION

CAMPUS SAFETY

Tavan is a secure and closed campus. View the SUSD Safety and Security brochure for more details.

All visitors to our campus are required to sign in at the school's front office and obtain a visitor or volunteer badge that must be worn during the duration of their visit.

 

Know about a threat or a school safety risk? 

Notify any SUSD employee or Silent Witness Tip Line: 480-WITNESS (948-6377) or submit a tip online

Director of Safety & Security: Joshua Friedman (480) 484-8640

VISITORS AND VOLUNTEERS

Visitors: Visitors are required to sign in at the front office, provide ID, and wear a visitor sticker any time they are on campus. Student visitors are not permitted. All visitors are required to sign out at the front office before they leave.

 

Volunteers: Want to help in the classroom, join a field trip, or support school events? Complete the Scottsdale Unified School District (SUSD) Volunteer/Chaperone Application which is valid for three years and includes a background check to ensure a safe and secure environment for all students. 

5th Grade Outdoor Ed chaperones also need a fingerprint clearance card. Plan ahead as this is a timely process!

NOTE: Obtaining your fingerprint card does not guarantee your involvement in the Outdoor Ed trip.

 

Apply online here: SUSD Volunteer/Chaperone Application 

Questions?  Contact Tavan’s Community Specialist Sandra Padilla | spadilla@susd.org

 

LATE ARRIVALS | EARLY PICKUPS | ABSENT/TARDY

Late Arrival: If students arrive after the first bell at 8:40 am, they must report to the front office for a "Late Pass".

 

Early Pickup: If you wish to have a student excused before the end of the school day, the parent/guardian must check them out from the front office with a valid ID before 2:30 pm (12:30 pm on early release days). 

  

Absent/Tardy: If your student is going to be tardy or absent, you must call the attendance line, preferably before the beginning of the school day, at 480-484-3500 Option 1 and leave a message that includes: 

  • Your full name and your relation to the student 
  • The student’s full name & Student ID number (located on their school ID)
  • Date and reason for absence.

TRANSPORTATION

LUNCHTIME AT TAVAN

BEFORE/AFTER SCHOOL CARE & ENRICHMENT PROGRAMS

Kids Club / Enrichment Zone: Kids Club - Tavan Elementary School

Kids Club provides licensed before and after school care, with daily activities like arts and crafts, active group games, sports, team-building exercises, science, technology and supervised homework time. Snacks are served every day.

 

Enrichment Zone: Enrichment Zone - Scottsdale Unified School District 48 

Enrichment Zone offers engaging after-school classes throughout the year, led by local vendors, giving students the chance to explore new interests beyond the classroom. Classes available for student's Pre-K - 8th grades.

 

PeachJar: www.peachjar.com

Our district cooperates with approved community partners by posting digital flyers online and distributing them electronically through the service provider PeachJar

SUPPORT TAVAN

Every family plays a part in helping our school grow and thrive. When you purchase a PTO membership or become a Family Sponsor, you're directly supporting the events, programs, and classroom resources that make our Wildcat community so special.

Click HERE for details

 

Not ready for a membership? That’s okay! There are plenty of other ways to support our school like volunteer for events, donate supplies, attend fundraisers, or simply cheer us on. Check out our involvement opportunities HERE! 

TAVAN RULES

Tavan has two golden rules called the Tavan Two that help everyone feel safe, respected, and ready to learn. When we all follow the Tavan Two, our school becomes a place where learning, friendship, and fun can thrive every day! 

1. Be Kind - Treat others the way you want to be treated. Use kind words, lend a helping hand, and show respect to everyone meaning classmates, teachers, staff and yourself.

2. Follow Directions - Listen carefully, stay on task, and do your best to follow instructions from teachers and staff the first time they’re given. 

TAVAN TRADITIONS & GOOD-TO-KNOWS

 

 Dining For Dollars - Throughout the year

A monthly fundraising event with a local restaurant where a percentage of the sales go directly back to Tavan. Flyers will be sent home to inform families of these sporadic fundraisers.

 

Literacy Day- Every Thursday!

Literacy day is also known as “Wear it & Read it” day and it occurs every Thursday! Students are encouraged to wear a school appropriate shirt that has words, phrases, or sentences on it! 

 

Spirit Day - Every Friday

Spirit day is every Friday at Tavan! You can join your child in showing your Tavan spirit by wearing blue and/or green or any type of our Tavan Swag! 

 

Tavan Tuesday - Last Tuesday of Every Month

Join us on the last Tuesday of each month for a special morning gathering that brings together students, families, teachers, and staff to celebrate our Wildcat community all before the bell rings! They are our favorite way to start the day!

 

Whiskers on Wildcats - Staff Favorites List

This is a teacher specific list of favorites to help make birthday gifts, holiday gifts and Teacher Appreciation Week easier when shopping. Check it out HERE!