Dowell Middle School

301 S. Ridge Road McKinney, TX 75072 (469) 302-6700

Weekly Newsletter 9/6/24

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Principal's Message

We have had a full three days…kicked off football season against Highland Park including volleyball games, and our September fire drill. Progress reports are now posted in HAC. We begin MAP testing next week. School is officially in full swing.

On Monday, students will receive their student ID badges. Today in ELAR, our students reviewed expectations for ID badges. As a reminder, students will need their ID badges to enter our building every day. They will also be required to wear them during the school day when out of class for the restroom, library or a nurse visit. 6th graders will be allowed 2 replacement/temp badges, and our 7th and 8th graders will be given 1 replacement/temp badge free of charge. Any badge after that will be charged a $5 replacement fee. This fee will be applied to your MySchoolBucks account. All extra-curricular activities will require a student ID badge starting on Monday. This includes all events at the MISD stadium. If you have any questions, please reach out to me directly at mmachost@mckinneyisd.net. We know this is a new protocol and we will work with our students to ensure their understanding of expectations.

Have a wonderful weekend!

Melanie Machost

Principal

Dowell Middle School

Dear Parents and Guardians,

We recently announced a new communications platform in McKinney ISD. Part of the new communications platform is the use of Apptegy Rooms to streamline communication and keep you informed about your child's education.

What is Apptegy Rooms?

Apptegy Rooms is a user-friendly resource that is available through the McKinney ISD mobile application that allows teachers to share important updates, class announcements, and school events directly with parents. With this tool, you can receive real-time notifications, access your child's class information, and communicate easily with teachers, all in one convenient place.

Key Features:

- Instant Notifications: Get immediate updates on class activities, homework assignments, and important school news.

- Direct Messaging: Communicate directly with your child's teacher, ask questions, and receive timely responses.

- Calendar Integration: Stay on top of school events, parent-teacher meetings, and other important dates.

How to Get Started:

1. Download the McKinney ISD mobile application: Apptegy Rooms is available for both iOS and Android devices. You can download it from the App Store or Google Play by searching for McKinney ISD.

2. Create an Account: On Monday, August 19, you received a guardian invite directly from Apptegy from accounts@edurooms.com. The title of the email is McKinney ISD is inviting you to claim your Rooms account. Follow the prompts to create an account using the email address you have registered with the school.

3. Connect to Your Child's Class: After logging in, you will be able to connect to your child's classroom.

We believe that Apptegy Rooms will significantly improve our ability to engage with you and support your child's learning journey. Your involvement is crucial to your child's success, and this tool will make it easier than ever to stay connected.