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Everyone, Everyday; High Standards, High Achievement
Volume 17-18: Friday, February 23, 2018
February Character Trait - Acceptance
"Acceptance is the positive and cordial effort to understand another's beliefs, practices, and habits without necessarily sharing them." - Unknown
You can order your 2017-2018 yearbook now! There are three ways to order:
1. online at www.jostens.com
2. by phone 1-866-282-1516
3. by mail (checks payable to Jostens) at Jostens-SL, P.O.Box 433241, Palm Coast, Florida 32142-3241
Cost of the yearbook is $25.00
The yearbook will be $30.00 starting March 1st, 2018
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Attention Parents of 5th grade students:
Current 5th-grade students must have documentation of the following vaccinations on or before the first day of the 2018-19 school year.
(Tdap) Tetanus, diphtheria, acellular pertussis
Meningococcal Conjugate (MCV4-Menactra)
2 doses of Hepatitis A (HepA) – the minimum interval between 1st and 2nd dose is 6 calendar months
We are sending you this information early enabling you to have your present 5th-grade student fully immunized prior to the start of school as he/she enters 6th grade.
Most physicians’ and pharmacies offer these vaccines. The Hendricks County Health Department also offers them by appointment during normal scheduled clinic hours.
For questions, please contact the Hendricks County Health Department at 317-745-9222.
For further assistance or questions, please contact the school nurse, Diane Petersen, at 317-745-5491 or email: dpetersen@danville.k12.in.us
– Reminder –
Please send documentation to the school after your student has received the immunizations so we may add the dates to the health record prior to the beginning of the 2018-2019 school year.
For complete Indiana immunization information and schedules, please visit:
https://vaccinateindiana.org/vaccineschedules/schoolrequirements/
SAVE the DATE: 5th Grade Students Take Part in Instrument Testing
WHO: All DCMS 5th Grade Students!
WHAT: Band Instrument Testing
WHEN: April 2nd, 4th, & 6th during the school day
WHERE: DCMS Cafeteria
WHY: To allow all DCMS 5th grade students to be exposed to the wonders of BAND!
For more details, click on the following link: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1AbwAK8caB08ENj2OC6VvK8VAOaXb6gDt/view?usp=sharing
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CURRENT VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY:
This year we have an opportunity to PROVIDE SNACKS for our wonderful teachers during their professional development sessions! This is a perfect way for busy parents to help out! Please visit this link to sign up to provide snacks:
www.SignupGenius.com/go/20F084DAFA62CA0FF2-snacks
Make sure you follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dcms4pto/ to stay up-to-date with any volunteering opportunities and how you can support your DCMS PTO! PTO Membership Forms can be turned in at any time. If you need a new copy please email dcms4pto@gmail.com.
21st Century Scholars Indiana
Indiana’s 21st Century Scholars is a needs- and performance-based program that provides students the opportunity to earn up to a four-year scholarship at an Indiana college or university.
Hoosier students who meet income criteria can enroll during their 7th- or 8th-grade year of middle school. Students commit to maintaining academic success, remaining drug and alcohol free, and completing college-preparation activities.
Scholars are provided resources and assistance to help them plan and prepare for college and pay for expenses not covered by their scholarship.
Applications must be submitted by June 30 of the student's 8th grade year.
Apply online only. Eligible 7th and 8th grade students and their parents or legal guardians can access the online application at www.Scholars.IN.gov . Please review income eligibility requirements online before applying by visiting www.Scholars.IN.gov/enroll .
New to ScholarTrack or have questions about completing the Scholar Success Program? Watch this online presentation to view how to register an account and record your progress as you complete the Scholar Success Program through ScholarTrack.
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Upcoming Events
2/26
ISTEP Testing
Science Academic Team Meeting - 7:30 AM to 8:22 AM
Color Guard Practice - 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM
7/8 Girls Basketball – 3:30 PM to 5:30 PM
Open Ag Room - 3:30 PM to 5:00 PM
Swim Meet @ Greencastle - 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM
Wrestling @HS - 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM
2/27
ISTEP Testing
Open Ag Room - 7:30 AM to 8:22 AM
FCA - 7:45 AM to 8:22 AM
Open Ag Room - 3:30 PM to 5:00 PM
7 Girls Basketball Game vs Frankfort @Home – 5:30 PM to 6:30 PM
8 Girls Basketball Game vs Frankfort @Home – 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM
Swim @High School - 3:30 PM to 5:30 PM
Wrestling Meet @Northridge - 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM
2/28
ISTEP Testing
Math Academic Team Meeting - 7:30 AM to 8:22 AM
Swim - 3:30 PM to 5:30 PM
7/8 Girls Basketball @South– 3:30 PM to 6:00 PM
Wrestling Meet vs Plainfield @Home - 4:30 PM to 6:00 PM
3/1
ISTEP Testing
Open Ag Room - 3:30 PM to 5:00 PM
Social Studies Academic Team Practice - 3:30 PM to 4:30 PM
7 Girls Basketball Game vs Avon South @Home – 5:30 PM to 6:30 PM
8 Girls Basketball Game vs Avon South @Home – 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM
Wrestling Practice @HS - 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM
Swim Meet @Western Boone- 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM
3/2
ISTEP Testing
Swim - 3:30 PM to 5:30 PM
Wrestling Practice @HS - 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM
3/3
Ag District Leadership Contest @Eastern Hancock
Swim - 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Special Olympics - 12:30 PM to 2:00 PM
3/5
ISTEP Testing
Science Academic Team Meeting - 7:30 AM to 8:22 AM
Color Guard Practice - 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM
7 Girls Basketball County Tourney Game vs Avon North @Home – 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM
8 Girls Basketball County Tourney Game vs Avon North @Home – 6:15 PM to 7:15 PM
Open Ag Room - 3:30 PM to 5:00 PM
Swim Practice @HS - 3:30 PM to 5:30 PM
Wrestling @HS - 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM
3/6
ISTEP Testing
FCA - 7:45 AM to 8:22 AM
Builders Club - 3:30 PM to 4:30 PM
7 Girls Basketball County Tourney Game vs TBA – 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM
8 Girls Basketball County Tourney Game vs TBA – 6:15 PM to 7:30 PM
Swim @High School - 3:30 PM to 5:30 PM
Wrestling @High School - 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM
3/7
ISTEP Testing
Math Academic Team Meeting - 7:30 AM to 8:22 AM
Swim Meet vs North Putnam @Home - 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
7/8 Girls Basketball Practice (if still in tourney) – 3:30 PM to 5:30 PM
Wrestling County Meet 1st & 2nd Rounds - 5:00 PM to 8:30 PM
3/8
ISTEP Testing
Science Club - 7:30 AM to 8:22 AM
Social Studies Academic Team Practice - 3:30 PM to 4:30 PM
7 Girls Basketball County Tourney Game vs TBA – 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM
8 Girls Basketball County Tourney Game vs TBA – 6:15 PM to 7:30 PM
Wrestling County Meet Final Round - 5:00 PM to 8:30 PM
Swim - 3:30 PM to 5:30 PM
3/9
End of 3rd 9 Weeks
ISTEP Testing
Student Council Meeting - 7:45 AM to 8:22 AM
8 Girls Basketball End of Year Party - 3:30 PM to 5:30 PM
Swim County Meet @Plainfield - 5:30 PM to 8:30 PM
Wrestling Practice @HS - 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM
3/10
Wrestling Sagamore Conference Meet - 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Special Olympics - 12:30 PM to 2:00 PM
About Us
Please call by 8 AM if your child will be late to school or absent all day.
Student Hours
- Doors Open - 8:15 AM
- Locker/Breakfast - 8:22 AM
- Warning Bell - 8:31 AM
- Classes Start - 8:33 AM Be in your seat, please.
- Bus Rider Dismissal - 3:24 PM
- Car Riders/Walkers - 3:30 PM
Bus Transportation Line - 317-745-6875
Email: tlucas@danville.k12.in.us
Website: www.danville.k12.in.us/middle
Location: 1425 W Lincoln St, Danville, IN, United States
Phone: 317-745-5491