What's Happening at DCMS

Dear Families,

As we move into April, it is hard to believe how quickly this school year has gone by. Our students and staff have been working incredibly hard, and we are proud to share that ISASP testing has now been successfully completed. We appreciate the support from families in ensuring students were present, prepared, and ready to do their best during testing. Their effort and perseverance truly reflect the dedication of our school community.

Attendance continues to be a top priority as we head into the final stretch of the school year. Every day of learning matters, and consistent attendance helps students stay engaged, maintain strong academic progress, and build positive habits that will benefit them beyond the classroom. We encourage families to continue supporting regular attendance and arriving to school on time each day.

As we look ahead to the final weeks of the school year, our focus is on finishing the year strong—academically, behaviorally, and socially. There are still many important learning opportunities, activities, and celebrations to come. We are excited to continue working together to support our students’ success and make the remainder of the school year both productive and memorable.

Thank you for your continued partnership and support of our school.

David Milder - Middle School Principal

We wish you a restful and refreshing spring break beginning on April 3rd!

In the face of challenging weather and illness, our teachers, families and students have persisted to keep learning and engaged! We appreciate everyone’s hard work and commitment to our school community. Thank you, thank you!

When school resumes on April7th, students will be looking forward to coming back to class with lots of field trips and exciting incentive opportunities coming up over the last two months of school.

As long as your student is healthy, please encourage showing up to class when school is in session. If you have questions about your student coming to school due to a health or mental health concern, please contact Mr. Milder or Mrs. Dixon at 641-664-2200.

Every day of school is an important opportunity for students to learn and connect to peers and their teachers.

Until then, have a wonderful spring break!

Thank you,

David Milder

We have lots of upcoming activities at the middle school this month. As always be sure to check the activities schedule button below or double check the school Facebook for changes and cancellations.

4/3-4/6 No School Easter Break

4/10 - No School PD Day

4/13-23 - 5th Grade Human Growth and Development lessons

4/20- Spring Fast Window Opens

4/24- 5th Grade to Nauvoo, IL

4/28- MS Spring Concert and Showcase of Excellence

4/29- 7th Grade to Capital Tour

5/1- 6th Grade to Blank Park Zoo

5/6- 8th Grade to Iowa Cubs

5/6- Decision Day

5/7- 7th Grade Build My Future - Burlington

5/8- No School PD Day

5/12- MS Band Solo and Ensemble contest

5/13- Relays day

5/15 - ISASP Goal reward movie

5/18- ISASP Bowling MTSS group reward trip

5/19 - ISASP rewards trip to Ottumwa

5/20- Awards Day - 5/6 1:00 7/8 2:00

5/21- Mustang Games and Last day of school - 12:30 dismiss

If you receive a text or email directly from your student during the school day that he/she is sick, please ask your student if he/she has spoken to our school nurse. One of our nurses should check your students to determine what is going on, and then they will let you know if they are not well enough to be at school.

All students cell phones are expected to remain put away at all times during the school day. Students found in violation of this policy will have their phone turned into the office.

Violation #1: Student may pick up phone at the end of the day

Violation #2: Parent must pick up your phone from school

We always welcome parents and visitors to the school, please let us know before arriving at school by calling the school at 641-664-2200 ext. 3 if you are planning to visit. If visiting or picking up a student, please use the main entrance, push the call button to the office on the right side of the vestibule. Once you have entered, please come and check in the office. The office is located to the right down the steps as you enter the cafeteria.

Please contact the transportation office at 641-664-2200 ext. 6 for any transportation related questions.

We have lots of different Activities that go on here at DCMS. If your student is in 7th or 8th grade and planning to play any sports, they must have a signed physical form, concussion form, and social media form prior to the first day of practice. All forms are available in the office.

All activities schedules can be found at:

https://www.southcentralconf.org/public/genie/664/school/4/

Location: 500 E. North St. Bloomfield, IA 52537

Phone: 641-664-2200 Ext.

Website: www.https://www.dcmustangs.com/o/davis-county-middle-school