Discovery Elementary
975 Abagail Drive
Deltona, Fl. 32725
Phone: (386) 575-4133
Fax: (386) 968-0023
Kim Feltner, Principal
Aria Haire, Assistant Principal
School Hours
School Hours: 7:50a.m. – 2:30 p.m.1st Bell Rings- 7:45 a.m. Late: Bell Rings-7:50 a.m
Early Release Wednesday – 7:50 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Breakfast – 7:30 a.m.
Directions
From the intersection of US 17-92 (Woodland Blvd.) and SR 44 (New York Ave.), travel south on US 17-92 through Orange City to Enterprise Road. Turn left and follow to Saxon Blvd. Turn left on Saxon and proceed east to Normandy Blvd. Turn right on Normandy and then right on East Hancock Dr. Proceed to Abagail Dr. and turn left (Second entrance is for front office and visitor parking).
I-95 Exit I-95 at I-4 and proceed west on I-4. Exit I-4 at 53CA/111A (Saxon) and proceed east to Normandy Blvd. Turn right on Normandy and then right on East Hancock Dr. Proceed to Abagail Dr. and turn left.
I-4 Exit at 53CA/111A (Saxon) and proceed east to Normandy Blvd. Turn right on Normandy and then right on East Hancock Dr. Proceed to Abagail Dr. and turn left.
NSB Take SR 44 west to I-4 and proceed west on I-4 to exit #53CA/111A (Saxon). Exit and proceed east to Normandy Blvd. Turn right on Normandy and then right on East Hancock Dr. Proceed to Abagail Dr. and turn left.
NW Take SR 17 to 17-92 (ISB). Proceed south on 17-92 to New York Ave. Continue south on US 17-92 through Orange City to Enterprise Road. Turn left and follow to Saxon Blvd. Turn left on Saxon and proceed east to Normandy Blvd. Turn right on Normandy and then right on East Hancock Dr. Proceed to Abagail Dr. and turn left.
Take SR 40 east to I-95 and proceed south to I-4. Exit I-95 at I-4 and proceed west on I-4. Exit I-4 at 53CA/111A (Saxon) and proceed east to Normandy Blvd. Turn right on Normandy and then right on East Hancock Dr. Proceed to Abagail Dr. and turn left.
Dress Code
Before shopping for new school clothes, we have included our dress code for your reference. We expect our students to use good judgment in their clothing selection. To promote a safe and orderly environment, the following regulations must be followed by all students. Please note that violation of this dress code may result in disciplinary action or a phone call home for a change of clothing.
- No hats, bandannas, kerchief, caps, or other headgear is to be worn on campus.
- Pants and shorts must be worn securely at the waist. They should not drag the ground.
- Very tight and/or brief shorts, dresses, or skirts may not be worn to school.
- Clothes can not advertise messages or symbols related to alcohol, drugs, sex, violence, or weapons.
- The midriff stomach area or cleavage may not be exposed. This or spaghetti strapped tops are also not allowed.
- Pajamas are not to be worn to school.
- Muscle shirts and sleeveless jerseys are not to be worn to school.
- Wallets chains and straps are not allowed on campus.
- Bridged and/or spiked jewelry or excessive jewelry is not allowed.
- Hair color must never distract from the educational environment. Also outlandish make-up is considered a disruptive influence at school and is not allowed.
- Appropriate footwear must be worn at all times. All shoes must have a strap on the back of the shoe.
About Discovery Elementary
Discovery Elementary is located in a residential area in Deltona, Florida , midway between Daytona Beach and Orlando. Discovery serves 720 students in Kindergarten through Fifth grade. Our educational program includes regular as well as special education classes. Only one bus is required to serve our students. Most of our students ride bikes, walk, or are driven to school. An extended day program is provided at our facility, which serves our students in morning and afternoon.
Title One:
Discovery has a school-wide Title I program with approximately 82% of our students benefiting from the free/reduced lunch program. Title I also contributes greatly to many of the programs that are available to all our students.
Student Population:
Our population consists of about 40% white and 60% minority. Due to our multicultural population, many of our teachers have or are currently completing their ESOL endorsement.
Parent Involvement:
Discovery has an active Volunteer Program with many volunteers, averaging more than 12,000 hours per year. In addition, there is a strong PTA, which provides support in a variety of ways. Parents are informed of school activities and opportunities to assist their child's achievement through our school website, informational handouts, and Connect Ed phone calls.
Staff:
Discovery has a quality staff dedicated to excellence and professional growth. Of our faculty, many have advanced degrees. Our teachers participate in staff development on a regular basis throughout the year.
We credit our excellent staff, parents, and students for their meaningful and innovative commitment to education.
