DPS Parent Post - Dec. 9

We're so excited to announce our 2022 Holiday Card Contest winners! In first place, we have Shaleya, a student at George Washington High School. In second place, we have Stasia, a student at Schoolfield Elementary School. We would like to thank everyone for their beautiful and creative entries. Congratulations to our winning artists!

On Thursday, December 8, the Greater Gator Choir performed with Christmas in the Celts in the George Washington High School Auditorium. The choir sang two songs in the group's holiday performance. We're so proud of these Gators!

December 13 - Park Avenue 3 & 4th graders Winter Express Music Program at 6:30 p.m. in the Bonner Auditorium

December 15 - School Board Meeting at 5:30 p.m., GW Chorus Holiday Concert at 6 p.m.

December 16 - Last day of school before Winter Break

December 19 - January 4 - Winter Break for Students

View the district calendar here, and remember to keep up with school-based events by regularly checking their websites and social media.

From now until December 23, the annual Community Light Show will be taking place at Ballou Park (760 West Main Street). Park Avenue (site 40) has a light display this year! Their "glowing" banner was designed by their afterschool enrichment students.

The Community Light Show is open daily through December 23 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Admission to the show is $10 per car and $20 per mini-bus/15-passenger van.

DPS is holding its Second Annual Black History Month Essay Contest this year! We are now taking submissions for the contest from all DPS students grades K-12. For more details on this contest, please use the QR code or the following link: https://bit.ly/2223bhmessay. Submissions are due by January 31, 2023.

Now through March 31, 2023, students who complete five hours of tutoring on FEV Tutor by March 31 will earn an Amazon gift card! As a reminder, FEV Tutor is a completely FREE, 24-hour online tutoring service that allows students to get help on specific topics they are struggling with. Students can take advantage of "on-demand" sessions when they need them, or schedule sessions with a tutor. FEV Tutor is accessed through students' Single Sign On portals.

As you visit schools, remember to fill out the customer service survey when you leave. Each school has a sign with the QR code, or it can be found via this link. Your input is important to us as we strive to provide the best customer service.