Dodge Traditional Magnet MS
November 2023
Hello Bulldog Families
During this month of gratitude and thankfulness, we are fortunate to share how much we appreciate every one of you! Dodge would not be the amazing school that it is if not for the families that join us every year! This year, we have even more reason to be thankful. Given your support of our bond, we have the opportunity to improve the experience for our students.
Our campus was built in 1953 as a neighborhood elementary school. Given the bond funding, we will be able to update our facilities, learning spaces, security and safety systems, as well as our technology. For more information about the great things planned for Dodge, check out Dodge Proposed Projects.
Recently, Dodge celebrated with our students our new State Letter Grade! Dodge has been awarded the state letter grade of an "A". This has been a huge effort by our students and staff, but it would not be possible without our family support! Thank you so much.
Here is some information about campus hours.
Remember our campus opens at 7:45am and closes at 4pm. Make sure you have plans for your child's drop-off and pick-up. If a student is not in their class at 8:47am they are marked tardy. Students may only stay after hours if they are registered for an after-school activity. Students may not stay for home games unless with a parent. When scheduling appointments means signing out your student early, make sure you are here prior to 3:30pm as students cannot be signed out the last 20minutes of the day.
Please remind your students that their cell phones should not be on or out during the school day. You can find more information on devices and consequences for not following the expectations in the Code of Conduct.
Communication is important to us at Dodge; please reach out to us. You can find teacher and staff email addresses on our website. You can also call and leave a message at our offices. We look forward to a great year together!
With gratitude,
Ms. Meneguin
Office Hours 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Student Campus Hours 7:45 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. (Wednesdays 3:00 p.m.)
Classes 8:47 a.m. - 3:50 p.m. (Wednesdays 2:50 p.m.)
Office Phone (520) 731-4100
Bulldog Events
Bulldog Leadership
Student Council
TKAP Ambassadors
Tucson Korean Ambassador Program - Host families needed!
This year, Dodge is very excited to be hosting 15 students from South Korea next semester. We are about ready to announce our ambassadors, but we still need to get host families set up. If you would be interested in hosting a student or two, please reach out to Ms. Meneguin.
For more information on the program visit Tucson Korea Ambassador Program Spring 2023.
Bulldog Talent
Dodge students at TUSD Middle School Honor Choir
Choir & Theater - Mr. Crull
Performance Schedule
11/16 Theater Field Trip
12/7 Dinner 6:00pm Choir 6:30pm Theater 7:00pm
5/7 Dinner 6:00pm Choir 6:30pm Theater 7:00pm
Band & Orchestra - Dr. Asbill
Performance Schedule
12/14 6:30pm - 7:30pm
2/29 6:30pm - 7:30pm
5/9 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Bulldog Champions
Our Cross Country Team had the thrill of going to state and winning serval medals!
Basketball/Volleyball
10/30 Gridley @ Dodge
11/2 Borman @ Dodge (VB)
11/6 Magee @ Dodge (BB)
11/9 @ Fickett
11/13 @ Secrist
11/16 @ Gridley
11/28 Borman @ Dodge (VB)
Boys Volleyball - Coach Barr
Girls Basketball - Coach Jensen
Flag Football Tournament
Coach Teixeira
Sports Physicals
Upcoming Seasons:
Season 3 - Boys Soccer, Girls Soccer
Season 4 - Boys and Girls Track & Field
Ruby Bridges Event
Wednesday, Nov 15, 2023, 05:00 PM
Dodge Traditional Magnet School, East Pima Street, Tucson, AZ, USA
Thanksgiving Break (NO SCHOOL)
Thursday, Nov 23, 2023, 08:00 AM
Dodge Traditional Magnet School, East Pima Street, Tucson, AZ, USA
PAC Meeting
Monday, Nov 27, 2023, 06:00 PM
Dodge Traditional Magnet School, East Pima Street, Tucson, AZ, USA
Dodge Winter Dance
Student Council is planning a winter dance for our students! We will be having our dance bell schedule with shortened classes and the dance from 2:26 to 3:50PM. Dismissal will be at the regular time.
Friday, Dec 15, 2023, 02:30 PM
Dodge Traditional Magnet School, East Pima Street, Tucson, AZ, USA
Family Engagement
Parent Advisory Council (PAC)
PAC Meeting Dates and Location - Hybrid Zoom and In-person option.
September 18th
October 16th and October 23th (Carnival Specific)
November 27th
December - No meeting
January 22nd
February 19th
March 25th
April 22nd
May 13 (to help with 8th grade promotion prep)-need volunteers
Get Engaged at Dodge as a volunteer. Fill out the form today.
We use the Remind App to send reminders and updates. Text @cf92dh to 81010.
Dodge Back to School 2023 Amazon Wish List
Help support an amazing group of teachers and staff with purchases from our Amazon wish list. Use the Wish List Address for easy delivery (we do it for you!). Dodge PAC is a non-profit 501(C)3 organization. Please consult your tax professional with questions about your donation.
You can donate to our PAC organization on Zelle at dodgepacpresident@gmail.com $10, $20 or any amount!
Information
Food Services
Drop Off/Pick Up
The bus bay is located at the front of our school on E. Pima St. There is no parent drop-off or pick-up at this location.
Parent drop off/pick up:
To use our main parking lot entrance, follow the flow of traffic around the lot. Students will enter and exit campus through the gate at the north end of the parking lot. Please watch for direction from our staff. It is our goal to get you in and out of the lot as quickly and safely as possible. Cars are not to pass or cut across the parking lot. We realize for the first few days this may be a longer process than usual. We appreciate your cooperation in advance.
We also have access for parent pick up/drop off on the east side of our campus on N. Sahuara Ave. When using this curbside access, we ask that you not have students cross the flow of cars. Instead pull up to the curb for them to safely get into the passenger side of your vehicle.
Dodge Student Dress Code
The dress code aims to help students maintain their appearance within the accepted standards of Dodge Traditional Magnet Middle School. Our staff asks that you review and plan carefully when selecting items for your child. Students will need to call home if they are not in dress code.
CHOICES FOR BOTTOM GARMENTS:
Color/Style:
The dress code includes solid-colored black or Khaki beige Dockers or jeans-style pants, shorts, or skirts made of cotton blends, denim, or corduroy fabrics. All garments must be hemmed. No overalls, ultra-baggy, or pants/shorts with holes are allowed. Belts, if worn, must be secured in loops. Wallet chains must be kept out of sight, i.e., in the pocket of pants or shorts.
Shorts, skorts, skirts, or capris will be no shorter than your fingertips with your hand naturally at your side. Dresses may also be worn if they are the correct length, have sleeves, and are of a modest fit and style. Dresses must be black, Khaki, or a dress code shirt color. Leggings and fish-net stockings are not allowed. No undergarments should be visible. Accessorizing your outfit must not distract the learning environment.
CHOICES FOR TOP GARMENTS:
Color/Style:
The dress code includes solid white, light blue, and dark green polo-style or full button with a short or long sleeve collar. Shirts are to be sized appropriately and long enough to remain tucked in a while standing and sitting. Shirts should not be form-fitting. Undershirts must be white or the color of the outer dress code shirt.
Outer Wear:
No pullover hoodies are allowed. Solid color outerwear or outerwear with College/university logos are allowed. The jacket must be able to be completely open down the front and remains open down the front while in the building.
Shoes/Sandals:
Due to safety concerns, no flip-flops, slip-on, platforms, or cleats. Socks are recommended and should not be distracting in appearance. Shoes must be closed-toed for safety.
Hair
It should not be of extreme contrast to natural hair color and should not be distracting in appearance—NO unnatural highlights of any color, pink, red, green, or blue.
Jewelry
No jewelry on the eyebrow, nose, lip, or tongue is allowed on campus. In addition, NO gauges or mock gauges are allowed.
Consequences:
Any student found to violate the dress code will be asked to change. Repeat violations will result in more severe consequences.
Dodge Traditional Magnet Middle School
Email: dodge@tusd1.org
Website: dodgems.tusd1.org
Phone: 5207314100
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dodgems/