Important Reminders:

• EOC Testing continues this week on Monday through Wednesday. We will be on an amended testing schedule on Monday and Tuesday. We will have third period on Wednesday.
• Thursday is the talent show in the theater and Winter Wonderland games in the gym.
• Friday is the student basketball tournament in the gym.
• Schools are closed starting Monday, December 23rd through Monday, January 6th. Students return on Tuesday, January 7th. Students can access their schedules through PowerSchool.

Countdowns (not including today):

• 3.5 school days until Winter Break

In the event that you have to miss school, email attendance notes to the attendance office or turn them in at the main office before school, between classes, or during lunch.

• EOC Testing: Biology
• Case Benchmark Testing Window for Algebra IA
• 7:45 AM - ACT Workkeys Testing, NJROTC building, Contact: Mrs. Collette
• 8:00 AM - Adobe Certification Testing, Contact: Mr. Tipton
• 8:30 AM - ETSU Dual Enrollment Coordinator, Counseling Office, Contact: Ms. McCorkle
• 3:00 PM - Fish Leadership Meeting, F-4, Contact: Mrs. Murray
• 4:00 PM - Basketball: Home vs. Dobyns-Bennett

• EOC Testing: US History
• Case Benchmark Testing Window for Algebra IA
• 2:45 PM - International Club Meeting, O3, Contact: Mme. Hopkins
• 2:45 PM - NJROTC Leadership Meeting, NJROTC Building, Contacts: Warrant Selhorst and Chief Frank
• 3:00 PM - Creative Writing Club, N7, Contact: Mr. Earnhardt
• 3:00 PM - Crockett Clash Club Meeting, F-1, Contact: Mrs. Barrett
• 6:00 PM - Jr. Pioneer Band Concert, Theater, Contact: Mr. Ogle
• 6:30 PM - Pioneer Band Concert, Theater, Contact: Mr. Ogle
• 6:30 PM - Wrestling: Home vs. Providence/West

• EOC Testing: US History
• 7:15 AM - FCA Meeting, Weightroom, Contact: Coach Chandley
• 8:00 AM - FT: FFA Northeast State District Speaking Contest, Contact: Mr. Ford and Mr. Conger
• 8:15 AM - FT: Welding Visit to GVES, Contact: Mr. Gardner
• 2:45 PM - Myth & Legends Club Meeting, N6, Contact: Ms. Cummings
• 3:00 PM - Chess Club Meeting, F5, Contact: Mrs. Phebus

• Warrant Selhorst's Birthday
• EOC Make-Up Testing
• 8:00 AM - Talent Show for Juniors and Seniors, Theater, Contact: Mrs. K. Molloy
• 8:00 AM - Winter Wonderland for Freshmen, Gym, Contact: Mrs. T. Malloy
• 9:30 AM - Winter Wonderland for Sophomores, Gym, Contact: Mrs. T. Malloy
• 12:00 PM - Grace Manor Mobile Food Pantry @ DBHS
• 1:10 AM - Talent Show for Sophomores and Freshmen, Theater, Contact: Mrs. K. Molloy
• 1:10 AM - Winter Wonderland for Juniors and Seniors, Gym, Contact: Mrs. T. Malloy
• 2:45 PM - FCCLA Meeting, E-5, Contact: Ms. Gourley
• 2:45 PM - NJROTC Drill Meeting, ROTC Building, Contact: Warrant Selhorst & Chief Frank
• 2:45 PM - ASL Club Meeting, C-4, Contact: Mr. Lellman
• 6:00 PM - Fr. Boys' BB: Home vs. East
• 7:00 PM - Talent Show Public Performance, Contact: Mrs. K. Molloy

• End of Semester 1
• FT: Basketball: Elite Tournment at Hilton Head, SC
• 7:15 AM - First Priority Club Meeting, F-4, Contact: Mrs. Murray
• 8:00 AM - Student Basketball Tournament, Gym, Contact: Coach Street
• 8:30 AM - Food Bag Pick Up @ DCHS (Drive Up)

• Coach Street's Birthday
• FT: Basketball: Elite Tournament at Hilton Head, SC

• FT: Basketball: Elite Tournament at Hilton Head, SC

• Dr. McGee's Birthday
• 6:00 PM - Basketball: Home vs. Gate City

1st Period: 7:45-9:20

2nd Period: 9:25-11:00

4th Period: 11:05-1:00

• 1st Lunch: 11:05-11:30
• 2nd Lunch: 11:35-12:00
• 3rd Lunch: 12:05-12:30
• 4th Lunch: 12:35-1:00

Today at 8:30, the dual enrollment coordinator from ETSU will be in the counseling office to help any juniors or seniors who still need to finish paperwork or ask questions about next semester's dual enrollment classes. Please come down to the counseling office during first or second period to get help with any issues concerning ETSU dual enrollment for the spring.

Click here or below to complete the Google form.

Please adhere to the speed limit (10 mph) and stop signs when entering and exiting the parking lot. There have been concerns from students and parents over the last few weeks. Be safe!

The Winter Break Food Bag drive-thru will be December 20th from 8:30AM-9:30 AM at the school entrance. Please sign up using this form: https://forms.gle/Yip1YBpmwopmxN5V8

Applications are opening soon for current 11th and 12th grade students to apply to join the Tennessee Department of Education (TDOE) Student Engagement Council. TDOE Engagement councils provide the with input, feedback, and recommendations on the implementation of strategic initiatives and programs. The councils have no legislative, administrative, or programmatic authority.

The Student Engagement Council meets virtually once a month to collaborate with the department to move our state and its students forward. Students will serve for a five-month term from January 2025 to May 2025. The first meeting will be held on January 30, 2025. All subsequent meetings will take place from 3:30-4:30 p.m. CT on the Thursdays of the second full week each month.

Current 11th-grade and 12th-grade students who are passionate about K-12 education in Tennessee are encouraged to apply.

Click here to access the application beginning November 18, 2024. Applications will close at 5:00 p.m. CT on December 20, 2024. Late or incomplete applications will not be accepted.

Click this link to complete the form.

Order Graduation Supplies:

MUST have a Cap, Gown, Tassel and Diploma Cover to participate in the Graduation Ceremony

--> Cap & Gown order must be placed by November 30, 2024 to avoid hefty late charges

--> Order online at https://scherffjones.com

--> Have Questions?

--> --> Email: scoffice@herffjones.com

--> --> Phone: 864-244-0110

--> Watch the video below for detailed instructions on how to order

--> Herff Jones representative will be on campus Thursday, September 5th during all four lunches to answer questions or to take cash/check orders

Students can get homework help by giving the hotline a call at 615-298-6636. The program is available from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. CT Monday – Thursday evenings.

Parents can also go to the Homework Hotline website to schedule days and times they’re available. To learn more about the program, click here.

It's time to celebrate our region's teachers once again! Nominate a teacher who goes above and beyond on WJHL.com for the weekly honor: https://www.wjhl.com/.../enter-your-teacher-for-educator.../

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Congratulations to the DCHS Choral Department for a job well done on their performances this past weekend!

We had THE best time last night cruising through downtown Jonesborough seeing all your bright smiles! Thank you to all who came out and all of our students hard work on our float. Happy holidays from DCHS FFA!!!!

We had so much fun at the Christmas parade! Just missing a few of my skills girls! Merry Christmas everyone!

We had some special visitors today from the Crumley House!

Our Pioneer Wrestling team had an INCREDIBLE weekend at the Border Duals in Bristol, where they came out on top!

We dominated the competition with HUGE wins over:

Boone – 76-4

John Battle – 58-23

Elizabethton – 77-6

Sullivan East – 65-15

After crushing these schools, we faced off against Tennessee High for the championship dual, and the Pioneers came through with a thrilling 41-38 victory to take home the TEAM TITLE!

With these wins, our Pioneers are now 7-0!

Amazing job, guys! We are BEYOND proud of each and every one of you. Keep up the hard work and let's keep this momentum going!

Go Pioneers!

Your Pioneers went to Afton for a tri-dual against two Regional opponents, Chuckey Doak and Cocke County. Dual results

Rnd 1: Crockett vs Cocke County (71-12)

Rnd 2: Crockett vs Chuckey Doak (72-12)

These two wins moves us to 9-0 on the year!

Your Pioneers went hunting - and took down an entire pack of wolves.

Final score: Crockett - 80, West Ridge - 58

Lady Pioneers win 66-34 over South Greene to move to 9-0 on the season! Let’s keep getting better and keep the streak alive!!!

Congrats to #24 Aaliyah Story for being named Class AAA Tri-Cities Sports Player of the Week

Click this link to view the video and article from WCYB. It wouldn't embed in the newsletter.

"Following a 17-point night which included the game-winning bucket to beat rival Daniel Boone, it was only fitting for David Crockett's Brylee Tullock to take home Player of the Week honors."

Dr. Davis takes as much as she can from media spotlights and Facebook, but she can't get it all without your help.

Please let her know if something is missing at keysa@wcde.org. She needs a picture or link when information is sent. Don't hesitate to send her information.

We do not want to miss anything.

Click the image above or click here if you need to request some help.

Parents must complete this parental consent before students can talk to our Frontier Health Therapists (Nicole and Madi). Please complete the form. A PDF version is below.

Frontier Healthcare has two school based therapists, Nicole Bonham & Madison M. Geis, available to assist DCHS students. Before students can see the Frontier Health Therapists, parents must give permission. To give permission, fill out the online form (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc4mSnB7-c-Va3Grl2rtxShVK7NnZBXaevTU50qT_r9SnE5Wg/viewform) or download the paper form (https://5il.co/2tn67), fill it out and return it to the student services office.

Click this link to sign the receipt for the Visitor Code of Conduct.

The administrative team understands that situations will arise requiring a meeting with administration. If you would like to meet with an administrator, please contact Laura Geske at geskel@wcde.org or (423)753-1150 so that she can schedule the meeting. You may also email administrators directly at the email address listed under their pictures above.

Administrators' schedules are full with classroom observations, student-parent meetings, professional learning meetings with teachers, and other requirements. When a meeting is not scheduled, those needing a meeting may be asked to wait in the lobby until the administrator is available. This could take a while, especially if the administrator is completing a classroom observation for the duration of the class period. In order to have the time needed to devote to the situation/concern, please schedule a meeting.

Phone calls requesting to speak to an administrator may also require a call back rather than an immediate response. The administrative team understands the urgency of some situations, and the team asks that you please leave a message with one of the office staff, and one of the administrators will return the call as soon as possible. Please be patient with the office staff as they are doing all that they can in that moment.

Click this link for the reporting form.