Escalante Middle School

Here's what's new in bond program planning since our August 2025 update.

Join our Spooktacular Afternoon Out! this Friday, October 24th.

Afternoon Out! is an after-school celebration open to all currently enrolled students of Escalante. We will have music, games, and snacks set up. The event is from 3:45 to 5:15 PM.

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Monday, Oct. 20, is a Conference Day, and all Durango School District (DSD — formerly 9-R) schools are closed. Please check with your student's school for details. Schools will resume normal class schedules on Tuesday, Oct. 21.

What happens when you mix 20+ Durango High School students, a culinary class, and DSD’s SOIL Outdoor Learning Lab? A true farm-to-table feast!

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 October include Supporting Your Child After Trauma, Emotional Regulation, Tools to Support Your Child's Mental Health, Everyday Happiness, and many more.

Student Picture Day is coming up on September 24, 2025! Please remember:
No hats, hoods, or sunglasses during photos.

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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 September include: building your child's confidence, compassionate parenting, ADHD, protecting your child on social media, school avoidance, how to motivate your child, and more.

Here's what's new in bond program planning since our summer 2025 update.

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.