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10/9 Walk and Ride

10/10 - Inservice-No School

10/13 - No School

10/14 - PTO

10/20 - 2 hour Delayed start

10/24 - PTO Fall Festival Dance

10/31 - Unity Day

This week's Spotlight Teacher is Emily Brown. Emily is one of our second grade teachers and has been a part of the DBS family for the past three years. Before becoming a second grade teacher, she worked as a special educator for two of those three years at DBS.

One thing Ms. Brown says she loves about working at Dothan Brook is "the strong sense of community and teamwork, it makes our school such a special place for both students and staff."

When Ms. Brown is not teaching some of our amazing second graders, you can find her paddle boarding on the lake, out on the golf course, or skiing down a mountain.

Dothan Brook is so lucky to have Emily as part of our team.

Time to order your DBS Merch! Please visit our store by MONDAY, OCTOBER 13 to get your DBS gear including Unity Day shirts (orange Be a Buddy shirts). All orders will ship directly to your home. Unity day is Friday, October 31st. Order your gear TODAY!

Students are not allowed to give out invitations to social events, such as birthdays or other parties, while at school. Exceptions can be permitted when entire classrooms or cohorts are invited. Families may contact the school principal for permission. A school directory will be distributed in October, which includes class lists and contact information for students. You are given the opportunity to opt out while you are registering and or completing the yearly update in IC. If you do not wish to have your information included, please contact Mrs. Wood to inform her of your wishes.

Students wishing to purchase a single milk must have funds available on their meal account prior to that purchase. Funds can be applied to meal accounts through Infinite Campus. If you have not set up your parent portal for infinite campus, please contact Mrs. Wood for your activation code. Hot Lunch is still free and does come with a milk.

Week 5: Bringing our Vision of a Graduate to Life with Link Crew

Link Crew helps bring our Vision of a Graduate to life by fostering a strong sense of belonging for our newest students. Through regular social and academic check-ins, 11th- and 12th-grade Link Leaders support 9th graders as they transition into high school, building connections that strengthen community and confidence. By creating a space where every student feels seen, supported, and included, Link Crew empowers students to grow not only as learners but also as caring, engaged members of our school community. The Link Leaders get a chance to shine, hone their leadership skills, and see the value of inclusion at play in every 9th grade smile that passes them in the hallways. Building these positive habits in the students involved in Link Crew has a positive effect on every classroom and every student, even those not directly participating.

9th Grade Quotes:

Kaylin: “My favorite part was how it was all put together and they actually showed us where our classes are. It will be cool to have a group to talk to as things come up.”

Rai: “The orientation was well organized and the games were fun and entertaining.”

12th Grade Quotes:

Harper: "I wanted to become a Link Leader because I know what it's like to be a new kid and not know anyone around the school. So I wanted to be a good role model."

Marina: "My favorite part was when I was telling my high school journey and they could see that when I came here it wasn't easy and that it was fine and that it will work out."

One of the most heartwarming moments of the week came when the entire school celebrated National Custodian Appreciation Day by honoring our very own Mr. Stan. Students created artwork, wrote letters, and made cards to show just how much we appreciate everything he does for our school.

Stan truly goes above and beyond to keep DBS running smoothly. He works hard every day to make sure our school is clean and safe, but more than that, he makes meaningful connections with the students. One of the things that always puts a smile on my face is how happy our students are to see him each day in the cafeteria. He’s right there talking with students, helping them clear their trays, and keeping the space ready for each class. If you’ve ever witnessed a lunch period at DBS, you know what a big job that is!

Stan is such a valued member of our learning community, and we’re so lucky to have him. Thank you, Stan, for being a part of the DBS family!

Please Complete the 2024 - 2025 Special Education Parent Involvement Survey!

Are you a parent or legal guardian of a student(s) who received special education services or supports during the 2024-2025 school year? If you are, then the VT AOE wants to hear feedback on your experience from last school year! This completely confidential and brief survey provides valuable data on how we can improve special education collaboration with parents throughout Vermont. You can access the survey by clicking the link below, or scanning the QR code.

The parent involvement survey window is open until September 30th, 2025. Translated surveys are available by clicking on the survey link.

Contact: Caitlin Chisholm by emailing Caitlin.Chisholm@Vermont.gov with any questions you have about this survey.

Survey Link

http://www.gobeacon.com/careers