DPS Parent Post
September 22, 2022
Parent Conference Day
Friday, October 7 will be an early release day for students so that parent conferences can take place in the afternoon. Schools will reach out to parents to schedule conferences. Please note the early dismissal schedule below:
Middle Schools and RISE 11:10 a.m.
Elementary Schools 11:40 a.m.
High Schools and Pre-K 12:15 p.m.
Please note that October 10-14 is fall break for students. We will welcome students back on October 17.
FYI: School Customer Service Survey
You might notice a new sign at schools now when you visit. We're looking for parent feedback on your experiences in our school facilities. Look for the poster (included to the right), scan the QR code, and let us know how your visit went!
Spotted at DPS: A look at what's happening in our schools!
Joey and Britain Beltran visit Woodberry Hills
Fourth and Fifth grade students had the opportunity to hear motivational speeches from both athletes.
Attendance Madness at Park Avenue
Mr. Wilson's class won last week's attendance bracket and received some cool prizes!
Positive Office Referrals at Gibson
Shoutout to Mrs. Felton's homeroom class - the entire class received a positive office referral!
Tiny Tidbits: Small bits of news from DPS!
- The GW Varsity Football team will be taking on Patrick County in their FIRST home game of the season on Friday, September 23 at Averett University's North Campus. Eagles fans now have a new way to purchase home game tickets online using GoFan.co. Please note that capacity at Averett is 3,000. Any remaining tickets will be sold at the door. Use the link for online tickets: https://gofan.co/app/events/706573?schoolId=VA7519
- Shoutout to the George Washington High School Marching Eagles for excelling in their first competition last weekend. They placed first place in percussion, visual effect, and music, as well as first place in class 2A. They placed 3rd in auxiliary.
- Congratulations to our middle school Eagles football team on their win against Martinsville on Wednesday!
Important Upcoming Events
September 23 - First GW Varsity Football Home Game against Patrick County at Averett University at 7 p.m.
September 28 - Park Avenue Renovation Feedback Session at 6 p.m.
October 7 - Half Day/Parent Conference Day
October 10-14 - Fall 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.
Elementary School Renovation Feedback Sessions
In September, we will continue our feedback sessions for students, parents, and the community for input on the upcoming construction projects at each school listed below.
Park Avenue on September 28 at 6 p.m.
Gibson on October 12 at 6 p.m.
School Attendance Awareness Month
September is School Attendance Awareness Month. Danville Public Schools is committed to reducing chronic absenteeism and addressing factors that cause students to miss school. With our High Fives for Attendance Campaign, we're aiming to get the whole Danville community involved in this effort. As you see our students in the community, give them High Fives, reminding them to be in school five days per week. Let your children know how important it is to be present and engaged!