DMS Panther Report
Newsletter for Parents, Students, Teachers & the Community
Week of Aug. 18-23
Discovery Middle School
Email: mbarkley@madisoncity.k12.al.us
Website: http://dms.madisoncity.k12.al.us/
Location: 1304 Hughes Road, Madison, AL, United States
Phone: 256-837-3735
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/discoverymspanthers?ref=hl
Twitter: @mbarkleyDMS
DMS Administration Team
Principal: Melanie J. Barkley mbarkley@madisoncity.k12.al.us
Asst. Principal: Ryan Foy rlfoy@madisoncity.k12.al.us
Asst. Principal: Kevin Wilson kwilson@madisoncity.k12.al.us
Counselor: Kelle Moody kmoody@madisoncity.k12.al.us
Consider Joining Discovery Middle School PTA
This Week's Schedule Rotation
C WEEK is our schedule rotation for Aug. 18-22
Parents Contact Forms
Parents each year we like to make sure our contact information is update. This year we have tried to make it easier for you by updating online. Please take the time to go to the following link and update your info. This is a private document that will only be seen by your child's teacher and office staff. Thank you for your help.
What's Happening This Week
Monday, August 18
- BJ Swim and Dive Team Tryouts @ Dublin Pool. 4-6:30pm. (See more info below)
- BJHS Girls Tennis Team Tryouts Continue @ BJHS Tennis Courts from 4-6 pm
- Student FLU shot forms will be distributed to students. Please fill in the forms completely and return to the homeroom teacher (1st block). Student FLU Shots will be Tuesday, Sept. 2.
Tuesday, August 19
Inaugural Meeting of the Cyber Security Club will be 3:30-4:30pm in the STEM Academy (Behind the school).
BJ Swim and Dive Team Tryouts @ Dublin Pool. 4-6:30pm. (See more info below)
BJHS Girls Tennis Team Tryouts Continue @ BJHS Tennis Courts from 4-6 pm
DMS Band Spirit Night - Tuesday, Aug. 19
Wednesday, August 20
- BJ Swim and Dive Team Tryouts @ Dublin Pool. 4-6:30pm. (See more info below)
- BJHS Girls Tennis Team Tryouts Continue @ BJHS Tennis Courts from 4-6 pm
Fall Picture Day - Thursday, Aug. 21
Remember this is the picture that will go in the Yearbook.
Greg Machen Photography will send home the proofs for ordering in a few weeks.
Thursday, August 21
Lego Robotics/Robotics Club will meet in the STEM Academy 3:30-4:30pm
8th Grade Football Jamboree with DMS/LMS/Monrovia @ 5:00pm at the DMS Field
Concessions will be sold and admission is $5 for adults $3 for students
- INow Parent Portal PIN Slips will go home with all students. They contain detailed instructions on how to reset passwords and access student information.
BJ Swim and Dive Team Tryouts @ Dublin Pool. 4-6:30pm. (See more info below)
BJHS Boys Tennis Team Tryouts @ BJHS Tennis Courts 3:45-5:30pm (See more info below)
7th and 8th Baseball Tryouts Aug. 21, 23, 24
Boys Baseball Tryout Information Packet
In order to tryout all participants must have a current physical.
Friday, August 22
- Chess Team will practice from 5:30-7:30pm at the Madison City Central Office
- BJHS Boys Tennis Team Tryouts @ BJHS Tennis Courts 3:45-5:30pm (See more info below)
Saturday, August 23
7th Grade Football Jamboree with DMS/LMS/Monrovia @ 10:00am at the DMS Field
Concessions will be sold and admission is $5 for adults $3 for students
Elective Class Spotlight
Each week we will highlight one of our new elective classes and let you have an "insider's look" at what's happening in the class.
First we go to Mrs. Maxwell's - Money! Money! Money! Personal Finance class. Last week students spent time researching a potential job/career that they would like to have. In the job analysis project they determined what the average salary would be, where they may have to locate to pursue the job, what qualifications were needed, if a college degree was needed, and the overall job description. Students then had to share their findings with the class. It was exciting to hear the dreams and aspirations our students have. DMS students will do BIG things one day and hopefully, through this class they will learn some money managing techniques to help them achieve those dreams.
PE Sweat Suits FOR SALE
· The PE Department is selling sweat suits for $60 or you may purchase them as individual pieces.
· This is a big fundraiser for PE and is open to all students or parents.
· Sizes range from youth large to Adult 2xl. (extra 2.50 for 2xl)
· Bring in a check for the appropriate amount with driver’s license and phone number.
· You also have the option to pay online at the DMS homepage under extracurricular fees, then PE, then sweat suits. There is an additional charge for ordering online.
· Sweat suit color is graphite and the material is dri fit. The logo will be in white.
Cloud Comfort Luxury Sheet Fundraiser Information
- Cost is $39 for any size. The school profits $15 a set.
- Checks should be made out to DMS with Driver's License number and Phone number included. Money is due by Sept. 3rd.
- The sheets are brushed micro-fiber and offers the softness and feel of 1500 thread count sheets.
- The sheets are deep pockets to accommodate oversized mattresses.
- Wrinkle Free - no ironing necessary.
- Fitted Sheet with continuous elastic for snugger slip free fit.
- Colors available: Gold, Chocolate, Light Tan, Sage, Aqua, Grey, White, Dark Tan, Navy Blue, Eggplant, and Dark Red
- Sizes Available: King, California King, Queen, Full, Twin and Twin XL
- Each Set Includes: 1 Fitted Sheet, 1 Flat Sheet, and 2 Pillowcases (1 Pillowcases in Twin Sets)
Important Calendars for 2014-15
Menus for August
Link to Lunch Menu for August
Link to Breakfast Menu for August
Fall Sport Schedules for DMS
Destination Imagination Information
Competition Chess Club Information
Competition Chess Team – starts immediately!
Discovery Middle School will sponsor a competition chess team with practice starting on Friday Aug. 15th at 5:30 p.m. Registration forms are due NOW. The first team tournament is tentatively scheduled for Saturday, Sept. 6th in Birmingham. Registration fee is $30 (covers team shirt and annual membership to chesskid.com).
Questions: Contact Ranae Bartlett at rbartlett@madisoncity.k12.al.us
Sponsor: Julie Goldston jgoldston@madisoncity.k12.al.us
Link to MS Chess Practice Schedule
More Information can be find on the DMS website under Competition Chess
UPCOMING EVENTS
Tuesday, August 26
DMS Football @ Muscle Shoals
5pm 7th grade
7pm 8th grade
Thursday, August 28
DMS Volleyball vs Monrovia MS
@ DMS Games begin at 4:30pm
Bob Jones HS Events
2014 BJ Swim and Dive Team Tryouts
We will begin our tryout for swimmers and divers on Monday, August 18 at Dublin Pool. We will go Monday – Thursday that week from 4:00pm-6:30pm. Interested athletes must have a physical form and insurance form on file or with them to begin participating. Also, the athletes must have running and exercise clothing in addition to swim gear. Selection is based on several factors including, stroke ability and skill, ability to sustain 2 ½ hour training, availability of pool space, number of athletes trying out, or team need.
2014-15 BJHS Boys Tennis Team Tryouts
The boys tennis team tryouts dates for the 2015 season will be held Aug. 21, Aug. 22, and Aug. 25, with the possibility of additional days later during the week of the 25th. Tryouts will run from approximately 3:45 to approximately 5:30 each day.
Tryouts are open to boys in grades 7-12. Make sure to bring rackets, proper tennis shoes and water/sports drink to tryouts.
If you have any questions, please contact Coach Bill Bryant at 256-655-3651 or email him at bbryant1968@gmail.com.
Friday, August 22
Bob Jones will host Muscle Shoals in a preseason game at the Madison City School Stadium
7pm is kickoff.
1st Annual Mattress Sale to Support BJ Football
On Saturday, August 23, 2014 from 10am to 5pm our Bob Jones Football team is hosting our 1st Annual Mattress Sale fundraising event. This event has been VERY successful in school districts nationally and locally over the last 8 years. We are excited to have this event here at Bob Jones.
The mattresses are extremely high quality and have outstanding full replacement warranties. They are made in the USA! Top Brands are available including Simmons and Restonic. Delivery is available, as is layaway. All styles and sizes are available for you to lay on including plush, firm, pillow-tops, memory foam, latex, and gel beds. They are brand new with full factory warranties.
The mattresses are also deeply discounted at 30%-60% below retail stores! 20 mattress sets will be on display, prices range from $249 to $2000. Prices go up from one set to another approximately $75….so we have something for everyone. You can also purchase a mattress only if you don’t need the box spring.
If you are in the market for a mattress set, or if you know someone who might need a mattress, please help spread the word. Our event is Saturday, August 23rd, from 10am to 5pm at Bob Jones High School. You can save a lot of money on a mattress set and support the kids in the football program. Please tell your friends about this event and help support The Patriots!