The War Cry
Everyone, Everyday; High Standards, High Achievement
Volume 17-18: Friday, February 9, 2018
Principally Speaking
As always, I am honored and thankful to serve you and your students as the principal of Danville Community Middle School.
Sincerely,
Marsha Webster
Principal
February Character Trait - Acceptance
"Acceptance is the positive and cordial effort to understand another's beliefs, practices, and habits without necessarily sharing them." - Unknown
Scheduling Forms for Courses for 2018 - 2019
National FFA Week
Each year, FFA chapters around the country celebrate National FFA Week. It’s a time to share with local, state and national audiences what FFA is and the impact it has on members every day. This year, we will be celebrating FFA Week (February19-23) for the first time at Danville Middle School. Every morning a trivia question will be asked about FFA facts and history and students who guess the correct answer will be entered for the grand prize drawing at the end of the week. Additionally, on Friday, February 23rd from 6pm-8pm FFA members are invited to the chapter movie night. It will be held in Miss Crosby's room and we will be watching Barnyard! Snacks and drinks will be provided as well. Finally, the whole school can help celebrate the week by participating in dress-up days. Get excited! FFA week is quickly approaching.
Monday: Hat Day
Tuesday: Neon Day
Wednesday: Camo Day
Thursday: College Apparel Day
Friday: Blue and Gold Day
CogAT Scores Sent Home for 8th Graders
Danville Public Library Programs
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
PTO News
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
2/12
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 - 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM
Wrestling @HS - 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM
School Board Meeting @South Elementary - 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM
2/13
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 @Western Boone – 5:30 PM to 6:30 PM
8 Girls Basketball Game @Western Boone – 6:45 PM to 7:45 PM
Swim Meet vs Northridge @Home - 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM
Wrestling 4-Way Meet @Brownsburg East - 5:00 PM to 7:30 PM
2/14
Math Academic Team Meeting - 7:30 AM to 8:22 AM
Swim Meet @Crawfordsville HS - 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
7 Girls Basketball Game @North Putnam – 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM
8 Girls Basketball Game @North Putnam – 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Wrestling Practice @HS - 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM
2/15
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 @Lebanon – 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM
8 Girls Basketball Game @Lebanon – 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Swim - 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM
Wrestling Meet vs Western Boon @Home - 5:300 PM to 7:30 PM
2/16
Student Council Meeting - 7:45 AM to 8:22 AM
Swim - 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM
Wrestling Practice @HS - 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM
2/17
Swim - 9:00 AM to 12:00 AM
2/19
President's Day - Snow Make-Up Day (January 12)
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 - 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM
Wrestling @HS - 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM
2/20
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
Builder's Club - 3:30 PM to 4:30 PM
7 Girls Basketball Game vs Plainfield @Home – 5:30 PM to 6:30 PM
8 Girls Basketball Game vs Plainfield @Home – 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM
Swim Meet @Tri-West - 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM
Wrestling Practice @HS - 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM
2/21
Math Academic Team Meeting - 7:30 AM to 8:22 AM
Swim - 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM
7/8 Girls Basketball – 3:30 PM to 5:30 PM
Wrestling 4-Way Meet @Cascade - 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM
2/22
Science Club - 7:30 AM to 8:22 AM
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 @South – 3:30 PM to 6:00 PM
8 Girls Basketball Sagamore Conference Tourney @Western Boone – 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM
Wrestling Meet vs Southmont @Home - 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM
Swim Meet @Southmont- 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM
2/23
NJHS Meeting - 8:00 AM to 8:22 AM
Swim - 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM
Wrestling Practice @HS - 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM
2/24
Ag Contest - Lebanon Invitational
Swim - 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
8 Girls Basketball Sagamore Conference Tourney @Western Boone – 9:00 AM to 3:00 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