Discovery Middle School
2022-2023 Back to School Information
We are excited to welcome our new 6th grade families and also our returning 7th & 8th grade families to DMS for the 2022-2023 school year! Please check out the information below to help you prepare for the upcoming year. We also encourage you to watch your email as we will be sending out important information over the next few weeks in preparation for the first days of school. If you have any questions, please feel free to call us at 816-736-7300.
Tasks to Complete Before School Begins
Returning Student Registration
All current LPS families must complete the Returning Student Registration by August 12th.
6th grade families will also be prompted to complete the Annual Residency Verification process.
Instructions for both requirements can be found at this link.
Device Insurance
LPS will be requiring families to purchase device protection in order for student to be covered for accidental damage at school or at home.
The cost of coverage for the year is $15.
The cost is waived for families who qualify for Free/Reduced lunch.
To purchase device protection, please use this link.
Please Note: You will need access to your student's ID to register. This was sent in an email from "Liberty Schools" on 7/22.
Submit Updated Immunization Records
All 8th graders are required to have the MCV4 & Tdap vaccines.
6th & 7th grade families are encouraged to turn in updated immunization records at the beginning of each school year.
You may submit immunizations records via email to Chanda Reis (DMS Nurse) at chanda.reis@lps53.org
DMS School Year Information
Schedules will be available at Orientation. After Orientation, schedules will be available via PowerSchool.
22-23 Dates At A Glance
All of the important dates for the school year on one page! Perfect for the refrigerator!
22-23 School Supply List
The following are general and class specific items that will be available.
Please reach out if your family needs assistance with supplies.
School Picture Information
Reed Portrait Group will be at DMS during Orientation (8/9 & 8/10) to take school photos for the yearbook.
Purchasing pictures is optional. Click the picture for ordering instructions.
Lunch Information
Meals for students will not be free this year. All student must pay for breakfast & lunch (excludes those who qualify for Free & Reduced lunch).
Nutrition Services will be available during Orientation to add money to your student's lunch account. Want to skip the line? Click here to add money to your student's lunch account online at SchoolCafe.
Do you qualify for Free & Reduced Lunch? Click here for more information!
Bus Transportation Opt-In
Does your student need bus transportation? Complete this opt-in form to ensure your student is assigned a bus.
Look familiar? You had the opportunity to complete this opt-in form during the Returning Student Registration process. If you have already completed this form, please disregard.
How We Communicate
- Weekly Family Newsletters- sent via email
- Emails & Phone Calls- sent periodically for time-sensitive announcements
- DMS Twitter (@dmsbluejays)
- DMS Website
- DMS Facebook page
- District Announcements- usually sent from Dallas Ackerman
- Peachjar
DMS Athletics Information
Fall Sports Information
Cross Country, Football, & Volleyball begin August 22nd.
Cheer begins on August 24th.
See the website for tryout/practice schedules for each sport.
Physical Information
All students participating in sports must have a physical on file. Physicals must be uploaded to the Privit site.
The building cannot accept paper physicals.
See directions here on how to create a Privit profile and upload a physical.
Pay to Play Fee
All athletes must pay a $50 yearly Pay to Play fee to participate in any MSHAA sport.
You can pay for this fee online here or via cash/check at DMS.
This fee may be waived for families with multiple students or families eligible for Free & Reduced Lunch. Contact DMS if you have questions.
DMS PTSA Information
The DMS PTSA will, once again, be purchasing ONE yearbook for each student this year. If you need additional yearbooks per family, please contact Mrs. Ward in the DMS Main Office.
PTSA Membership Form
Click the picture above to fill out the form and become a member of DMS PTSA!
This year, you can "Buy-In" for an additional donation to be made. Being a member of the DMS PTSA helps us provide fun events throughout the year to staff & students.
PTSA Calendar
Use the calendar to "Save the Date" for upcoming PTSA events!
More information to come as each event gets closer.
PTSA Committee Volunteer Opportunities
Want to be a part of the fun?! Sign up to volunteer on a committee!
Use this link to sign up!
Please Note: Membership fees &/or donations made to Blue Jay Nation at LHS do not constitute a contribution to the DMS PTSA. These organizations are two separate entities that do not share funds.
Upcoming PTSA Fundraisers
Yogurtini
Friday, September 16th from 11:00 am to 10:00 pm.
Chipotle
Wednesday, November 9th from 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm.
Important Upcoming Events
We are so excited for the 2022-2023 school year to begin! If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us via the information below.
We look forward to seeing you in August!
Discovery Middle School
Be Respectful ~ Be Responsible ~ Cause Kindness
Email: DMS@lps53.org
Website: https://lps53.org/dms
Location: 800 Midjay Drive, Liberty, MO, USA
Phone: (816)736-7300
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dmsbluejays/
Twitter: @dmsbluejays