DAIS News
September 2, 2022
Cafe Update!
Beginning September 8th, DAIS students will have the opportunity to purchase a snack at lunch. This cost (varies per snack) will be deducted from the child’s lunch account. Snacks will not be sold if there is not money in the child’s account. Students are limited to one snack per day.
We have been letting students know this is coming, but please discuss your expectations with your child.
DAIS Fall Pictures Coming SOON!!
DAIS will host two days of Fall Pictures with Colleen & Company.
(Retake Day 10/19)
Tuesday, September 13 and Wednesday, September 14, 2022
The Yellow and Red Communities will have their pictures taken on Tuesday, September 13.
The Blue Community will have their pictures taken on Wednesday, September 14.
Cyber students may report to have their picture taken any time between 9 AM and 11 AM on either day. Cyber students should report to the Red Community to be buzzed in for photos. ONLY GRADE 4-6 CYBER STUDENTS should be photographed at the Intermediate School. Please do not bring students in other grade levels. Alternate grade levels should follow their building communications for picture day information.
Fall Picture Retake Day is Wednesday, October 19.
*Cyber students may order online using either link.
DAIS Instrumental Info
Dear DAIS Families,
The Dallastown Area Intermediate School invites 4th and 5th grade students to begin instruction on a band or orchestra instrument, becoming part of its fine tradition of instrumental music. Instrument demonstrations were presented today to all 4th and 5th grade students.
Informational sign-up letters were given to students. Interested students and families should:
- Read our informational sign-up letter to learn more about the program.
- Return the bottom portion of the letter to the homeroom teacher OR complete the virtual sign-up by Friday, September 9.
- Attend one of the Instrumental guidance nights on September 13 or 14 at DAIS to finalize instrument sign-up. Drop in between 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM on either evening. Open entrances will be at the Flagpole, the Red Community, and the Cafeteria.
DAIS Chorus Info
Hello DAIS Families,
We are so excited that chorus rehearsals will begin starting on the second cycle! For the Fall season, rehearsals will occur on the same days each cycle:
Day 1: 4th Grade Chorus
Day 4: 5th Grade Chorus
Day 2: 6th Grade Chorus
Day 5: 6th Grade Honors Chorus
Chorus sign-ups are happening in each student's first general music class. To officially register for chorus, each member must look over and sign the chorus member contract with a parent/guardian and turn it into their Music teacher by September 16, 2022. If you have any questions, please contact Mr. Blevins (ryan.blevins@dallastown.net) or Mr. Messersmith (cody.messersmith@dallastown.net). We look forward to an exciting choral season!
DASD Student/Guardian Handbook
As a reminder, please review the DASD Student/Guardian Handbook. CLICK HERE to review. It is especially important to read through the “Board Policies to Review” section. The policies linked in this section address pertinent information including, but not limited to: Medications; Student Discipline; Weapons; Students Rights; Bullying; and more. Students and guardians should familiarize themselves with these policies. We appreciate your cooperation and prompt attention to this section of the handbook. Thank you!
Car Rider Reminder
All car riders must stay in their cars until they are waved out by a staff member. Students will be let into their community doors at 8:20 AM. Thank you!
Appointments and Absences
Reporting an Absence or Appointment
All absences and appointments should be reported to the office before 10:00 AM. Please report your student's absence through Skyward (preferably), or by calling the office.
• Yellow Community: 717-244-4021 ext. 1178
• Red Community: 717-244-4021 ext. 1378
• Blue Community: 717-244-4021 ext. 1578
Please notify the office if your student is arriving late or leaving early due to an appointment. A doctor's note should be provided when your student returns.
Administrator Approved Absences (formerly Educational Trips) should be submitted in Skyward 10 days prior to your child’s absence.
Dismissal
If you need to change your student’s method of transportation, please notify your community office prior to 2:30 PM. This allows office staff time to notify teachers of dismissal changes.
DASD Covid Information
- DASD COVID-19 Self-Reporting Form
- Health & Safety Plan
- School Nurse Directory
- CDC Info
- FAQ
- and more!
PTO Meeting - 9/7/22!
For food purposes, we are asking parents/guardians to RSVP for the DAIS PTO Kick Off Meeting on September 7th at 10:00 AM. Click HERE to RSVP for the kick off meeting!
DAIS PTO Challenge Day
DAIS students are encouraged to fundraise during the week of September 26-30 to support the only building-wide PTO fundraising event for DAIS! Donations benefit students’ educational & recreational activities. In our effort to teach students about giving back to their local community, a portion of the proceeds will also benefit Special Olympics York!
As a school-wide celebration of their AMAZING fundraising efforts, all students will be participating in olympic-style challenges on CHALLENGE DAY - SEPTEMBER 30TH!
Don’t forget about the DAIS PTO Challenge prizes!
AWESOME prizes for the TOP-5 Students & TOP Team fundraiser
A prize for the MOST PARTICIPATING TEAM
Way-to-GO Prize entries for students who raise $25 or more!
The top fundraising team as of September 22 will earn an extra reward.
Look for more information coming soon!
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
Please consider helping with Challenge Day activities at DAIS - it’s a BLAST!
Interested in volunteering? Sign Up at: https://bit.ly/DAISPTOChallengeDay22
Questions? Please contact the PTO at daispto@dallastown.net
We thank you for your support as we gear up for a new school year!