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School Communications
Information from the Portsmouth School Department and Dondero Faculty & Staff is sent through ParentSquare. Be sure you are receiving notifications to get the latest news and updates! Dondero Daily Schedule
Teachers will be on duty to greet students at 7:45am for Morning Recess and Breakfast. Students should arrive no earlier than 7:45am and must be inside the building before 8:00am.
Dismissal Routines & Attendance Changes
Use PickUp Patrol (PUP) to designate a default dismissal routine, and to report planned absences, tardies, early dismissals, and changes to dismissal routines throughout the year. |
School Lunch Menus
26-27 School Year Calendar
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School District Bussing
NEW for this year: My Ride K-12, a parent communication app integrated directly with our transportation system
My Ride K-12 uses onboard GPS technology to calculate real-time estimated times of arrival (ETAs) and departures for school buses, ensuring smooth pick-ups and drop-offs.
Key Features & Benefits:
How to Get Started:
For questions or additional information, please contact STA at [email protected].
Bus schedules are in the process of being updated and may be found on the school department’s website here.
NEW for this year: My Ride K-12, a parent communication app integrated directly with our transportation system
My Ride K-12 uses onboard GPS technology to calculate real-time estimated times of arrival (ETAs) and departures for school buses, ensuring smooth pick-ups and drop-offs.
Key Features & Benefits:
- Real-Time ETAs: Access live bus schedule updates on demand.
- Push Notifications: Sign up for instant push notifications to stay automatically informed about changes to your student’s bus arrival time without needing to continuously check the app.
- Direct Access: Save time by finding bus timing information directly from your mobile device.
- Student Access: Students with mobile devices can also log in to view their schedules.
How to Get Started:
- Download: Search for "My Ride K-12" in the Apple App Store or Google Play Store.
- Register: Create your user account.
- Secure Your Account: Change your password after your initial login for account security.
For questions or additional information, please contact STA at [email protected].
Bus schedules are in the process of being updated and may be found on the school department’s website here.
Breakfast & Lunch
All students may choose to purchase breakfast ($2.00), lunch ($3.50), and/or only milk ($.40).
Click HERE for menus, payment via MySchoolBucks, and other important information.
For those who may qualify for free or reduced meals, please feel free to complete the online form - applications must be completed by the end of September. This must be completed annually.
All students may choose to purchase breakfast ($2.00), lunch ($3.50), and/or only milk ($.40).
Click HERE for menus, payment via MySchoolBucks, and other important information.
For those who may qualify for free or reduced meals, please feel free to complete the online form - applications must be completed by the end of September. This must be completed annually.
- For guidance on how to apply please click here.
- If your student/family qualifies for assistance, you will receive confirmation from the nutrition office at Central Office not Dondero.
- All questions should be directed to Deb Riso at [email protected] or 603-436-0443.
- If you need assistance completing the form, please reach out to Brie Jacobsen, MSW intern.
Grade Level Teachers 2026-2027
Kindergarten: Ms. Armstrong, Mrs. Haigh, and Mrs. McMahon
1st grade: Mrs. Dailey, Mrs. Field, Mrs. O’Connor, and Mrs. Riley
2nd grade: Mrs. Comi, Mrs. Foote, and Mrs. Smith
3rd grade: Mrs. Caverno, Mrs. Harrington, Mrs. Lisbon, and Mrs. O’Mahony
4th grade: Mrs. McCain, Ms. Sam, and Mrs. Sacharko
5th grade: Mrs. French, Ms. Parker, and Mrs. Stewart/Mrs. Debula
Kindergarten: Ms. Armstrong, Mrs. Haigh, and Mrs. McMahon
1st grade: Mrs. Dailey, Mrs. Field, Mrs. O’Connor, and Mrs. Riley
2nd grade: Mrs. Comi, Mrs. Foote, and Mrs. Smith
3rd grade: Mrs. Caverno, Mrs. Harrington, Mrs. Lisbon, and Mrs. O’Mahony
4th grade: Mrs. McCain, Ms. Sam, and Mrs. Sacharko
5th grade: Mrs. French, Ms. Parker, and Mrs. Stewart/Mrs. Debula
Bicycle, Scooter, Skateboard Rules
Students may ride bicycles and scooters to school if the following rules are observed:
Students may ride bicycles and scooters to school if the following rules are observed:
- Bicycles/scooters/skateboards should be walked on school property at all times.
- Students are reminded that bicycles and scooters are brought to school at their own risk. The school will not assume responsibility for damage.
- Helmets are required by New Hampshire law to ensure prevention of head injuries. Anyone who does not observe these rules will lose the privilege of bringing a bike or scooter to school.
