🐾 Welcome to the Pack: Sunset Ridge Transition Updates
We are thrilled to officially welcome our incoming families for the 2026/2027 school year! This is a historic moment for our community as we prepare to open the first new elementary school in the Ridgefield School District in over 60 years.
While our website is still transitioning from "Intermediate" to "Elementary" status this summer, you can find all the essential information for the upcoming year below.
🏗️ Watch Us Grow
Want to see the progress of our new home? You can view the live construction stream and see the building take shape here: New Elementary Construction Live Stream.
📅 Important Dates & Logistics
As we prepare for the fall, please keep these key dates and resources in mind:
Schedules & Placements: Teacher assignments will be posted in Skyward in mid-August.
Skyward Access: New account logins will be available in early August. Please ensure your contact info is current to receive ParentSquare alerts.
Transportation: Bus registration through KWRL begins in early August at www.kwrl.org.
Calendar: View the Ridgefield School District 2026/2027 Calendar for holidays and breaks.
Before/After School: Programs are available through Right At School.
⏰ Weekly School Schedule
Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri: 9:05 AM – 3:35 PM
Wednesdays (Late Start): 10:05 AM – 3:35 PM
Early Release Days: 12:35 PM Dismissal
🎒 Kindergarten Corner
We have several special events designed to give our youngest Coyotes a great start:
Kindergarten Info Night: Tuesday, May 19th | 6:00 PM | Ridgefield High School.
Kindergarten Camp: August 10th – 13th (9:00 AM – 11:00 AM). Register at ridgefieldsd.org/page/summer-programs.
Basic Skills Assessments: Help us create balanced classrooms by booking a 20-minute assessment slot on August 14th, 17th, or 18th.
🤝 Get Involved
Our PTO is looking for volunteers and board members to help shape the culture of our new school!
We can’t wait to start this journey with all of our new Coyotes!