Resources

Some Helpful Information

Parenting is hard! And keeping track of all these things is tough. We get it. See below for easy access to the resources & info that keep us organized and on top of our game.

Important Apps!

ParentSquare
PickUp Patrol
My School Bucks

Dondero Daily Schedule

Teachers will be on duty to greet students at 7:45am for Morning Recess and Breakfast.

Students should not arrive earlier than 7:45am and must be inside the building before 8:00am.

  • 8:00 am - School Begins

  • 2:20 pm - Dismissal

On Early Release Days:
- 11:55am - Dismissal - Bagged School Lunch Available

Dondero Elementary School Resources

  • Information from the Portsmouth School Department and Dondero Faculty & Staff is sent through ParentSquare.


    Be sure you download the app and are receiving notifications to get the latest news and updates!

  • Families will use PickUp Patrol (PUP) throughout the year to:

    • Designate a default dismissal routine

    • Make changes to dismissal routines

    • Report absences, tardies, and early dismissals

  • All students may choose to purchase breakfast ($2.00), lunch ($3.50), and/or only milk ($.40).

    Online Menus: Dondero Menus

    Pay online: MySchoolBucks

    If you have any questions about the school lunch program please contact Deborah Riso, School Nutrition Director, at driso@sau52.org or 603-436-0443, or the Nutrition Department at the City of Portsmouth.

  • Dondero Bus Routes

    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.

    • 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 psdtransportation@ridesta.com.
    Bus schedules are in the process of being updated and may be found on the school department’s website here.

  • Stay tuned for 2026-2027 Dondero gear! Sales are held a few times each year.

    • 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

  • School Board Meeting Schedule

    School Year Calendar

Do you know about something helpful to include here? Please tell us!
👉 Email the PTA at DonderoPTA@gmail.com

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