Sunnyside Elementary

Throughout each school year, DSD employees nominate their colleagues for Bravo Awards, an honor that recognizes faculty and staff who demonstrate Portrait of a Graduate attributes as they go above and beyond for students and the district.

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 December include Compassionate Parenting, Depression: You're Not Alone, Navigating Divorce When Children Are Involved, Social Media: Protecting Your Child, ABCs of Substance Use and Vaping, and many more.

Throughout each school year, DSD employees nominate their colleagues for Bravo Awards, an honor that recognizes faculty and staff who demonstrate Portrait of a Graduate attributes as they go above and beyond for students and the district.

Did you know Durango School District (DSD, formerly 9-R) shares stories, celebrations, and behind-the-scenes moments every week on social media? Follow us to see what’s happening in our classrooms and beyond — from teaching innovations and student projects to staff spotlights and community connections.

Propositions MM and LL were passed by voters in the recent election, which allows the Healthy School Meals for All program to raise and retain additional funding. This means there will be no changes to our breakfast and lunch programs this year. All students will continue to have access to free, nutritious meals each school day.

Durango School District is taking everyday steps toward a greener future with two new sustainability programs that are already making an impact across schools: the Bulk Milk Program and the Film Plastic Recycling Program.

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 November include Building Your Child's Confidence, Your Child's Anxiety, What Parents Need to Know About Suicide Prevention, The Healing Process After Loss, and many more.

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

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.

Yee haw! Sunnyside Elementary School students and staff enjoyed a visit from the Durango Cowboy Gathering on Oct. 2. Performers visited all of our schools this week to share poetry and music with our students.