DKMS Newsletter

Happy Friday on a Thursday Panther families! It was a short, but eventful week here in the middle school.

Report cards will be emailed Thursday afternoon. If you do not receive an email with your child's report card, please contact the middle school office at (269) 623-1540. We will make sure we have your correct email address in PowerSchool.

I want to give a humongous shout out to Mrs. Lebeck and all of the students who were a part of our talent show Wednesday afternoon. It was wonderful to see our students shine in front of their parents and peers! I'm always so impressed with our performers' courage to get in front of our school and showcase their talents. Awesome job everyone!

Wednesday April 15, 2026 is the first day of M-STEP testing for 5th, 6th, and 7th graders. Also, 8th grade students will be taking their PSAT test. It is important that students:

• Get a good night's rest
• Charge and bring their Chromebook to school
• Attend school
• Eat breakfast
• Try their best!

As always, I would like to thank our students, staff, families, and community for their hard work and support! Time keeps flying by! Spring break is a great time to relax, unwind, and focus on that final push to the finish line! Enjoy your time off!

It's a great day to be a Panther!!!

PS- GO BLUE!!!

Thank you,

DKMS Principal and District McKinney-Vento Liaison

Delton Kellogg Middle School

6325 Delton Rd

Delton, MI 49046

Office Phone: (269) 623-1544

Work Cell: (269) 297-1256

Friday, April 3rd- No School Students or Staff

Monday, April 6th - Friday, April 10th- Spring Break Students and Staff

Monday, April 13th - School Resumes Full day Dismissal 2:50 pm

Monday, May 25th- No School Staff or Students - Memorial Day!

Wednesday, May 27th - 6th grade Chicago Field Trip

Thursday, May 28th- 7th and 8th grade Michigan Adventure Field Trip

Tuesday, June 2nd - Half Day Students- Dismissal 11:30 am

Wednesday, June 3rd - Half Day Students - Dismissal 11:30 am

Thursday, June 4th - Last Day of School - Half Day - Dismissal 11:30 am

A big congratulations to this week’s Panther Paw winners! These students continue to shine by being Safe, Kind, Respectful, and Responsible each day. Our Panther Paw winners are leading by example and making a positive impact in our school.

Our 5th grade students had the opportunity to attend Sherman Lake YMCA Camp this past Monday through Wednesday, and they had a phenomenal time. Throughout the trip, students took part in a wide variety of activities that kept them active, engaged, and having fun together. From sitting around campfires and enjoying time with friends, to challenging themselves on the rock climbing wall, there was something for everyone. Students also participated in group games, spent time swimming in the pool, and enjoyed the outdoors in a whole new way.

It was a great experience for building friendships, trying new things, and making lasting memories.

Delton Kellogg Middle School’s production of Beauty and the Beast Jr. was a huge success! Our students did an outstanding job bringing the story to life with their talent, hard work, and dedication. From the acting and singing to the set design and teamwork behind the scenes, every part of the performance was truly impressive.

We are incredibly proud of all the students involved and want to congratulate them on a job well done. Their commitment and courage to perform on stage made this production a memorable experience for everyone who attended.

We would also like to give a special shoutout to Ms. Maggie Martin, the Director, and Ms. Susan Renee for all the time and effort they put into organizing rehearsals, creating costumes, and helping bring the entire production together. Their dedication made this show possible.

We encourage students to continue being involved in Theater Club and invite others to consider joining next year. It’s a great opportunity to build confidence, make new friends, and be part of something special.

Bravo to our amazing cast and crew we can’t wait to see what you do next year!

Delton Kellogg Middle School held its annual Talent Show on Wednesday, April 1, and it was a fun and memorable event for everyone involved.

We are incredibly proud of the courage and confidence shown by the students who took the stage and performed in front of their peers. From singing to instrument playing, puppets, jokes, gymnastics, dance, and more, the show highlighted the many talents within our school community.

All middle school students and staff attended, and family members and community members were also invited to join the audience. Everyone had a great time enjoying the variety of performances. It was a great chance for everyone to come together, cheer each other on, and just enjoy the show. While we couldn’t include pictures of every performance, we hope you enjoy some highlights below.

Mrs. Williams’ Life Skills students spent some time over the past week making Tuck n’ Go quilt tiles. They worked hard, had fun, and did a great job. The tiles turned out awesome.

Delton Kellogg Middle School is excited to recognize a group of dedicated student-athletes who represented our community at the 2026 MYWAY Wrestling Championships held at the Wings Event Center.

Charleigh Loveland (7th Grade) had an incredible showing, competing in two state events. At the MYWAY Open State Championships, Charleigh earned a 6th place finish in the Boys 2013 age group at 70 pounds. She also placed 2nd in the 2014–2013 Girls division at 70 pounds, an amazing accomplishment.

Jason May (8th Grade) competed in the MYWAY Open State Championships in the 2011 age group at 145 pounds, earning an impressive 4th place finish.

Brody McBride (8th Grade) also had a strong performance at the MYWAY Open State Championships, placing 5th in the 2011 age group at 220 pounds.

In addition, several DKMS wrestlers worked hard to qualify for the MYWAY State Championships:

Brock Bissett (8th Grade) competed in the 2012 Open division at 220 pounds.
Brayden Reynolds (8th Grade) competed in the 2012 Open division at 145 pounds.
Archer Nesmith (8th Grade) competed in the 2011 Open division at 170 pounds.

Just making it to the state level takes a lot of commitment, effort, and resilience. Each of these students has put in the time and shown what it means to stick with something and keep improving.

Congratulations to all of our DKMS wrestlers on a great season. We’re proud of the work you’ve put in and can’t wait to see what you do next year.

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Parents and guardians who plan to volunteer or chaperone on upcoming field trips must have a completed volunteer form on file before attending. For student safety, all forms must be submitted and approved prior to the trip.

Please turn in completed volunteer forms to the school office as soon as possible to ensure everything is ready before field trip day. If you have questions or need a form, feel free to contact the office or find a printable form below.

Thank you for supporting our students and helping make field trips safe and successful!

Please email tiffany.haines@dkschools.org if you need your student or staff ID #.

Please check event link for all updates and changes.

* Eventlink.com is where information for athletic events and facility usage can be found. Tickets and season passes can be purchased through Eventlink, and you are able to customize your experience by choosing which sports you would like communications from.

* Finalforms.com is where physicals and other important documents should go. These documents can be uploaded by your phone by taking a picture of the document.

* The Athletic Department would prefer all pay to participate payments go through this virtual portal for all Middle School and High School athletes.

Pay to Participate Fees can be paid HERE

PDF of Sports Participation Fees

* Hudl.com is where fans can subscribe to watch live streams of home events that occur at the turf stadium or the High School main gymnasium.

Click here to visit the Delton Hudl Fan Account

* You can also stay up to date with our new athletics social media accounts:

Facebook: Delton Kellogg Athletics

Instagram: DKpanthers

Twitter (X): DKpanthers

Tentative Kickstart Deposit days at DKMS:

Lost and Found items will be retained for 30 days. After which, they will be donated locally. If you have a student that is missing something, please ask them to check the lost and found shelf, located near the entrance to the cafeteria. If you would like to claim an item, please stop by the middle school office Mon-Fri 7:30 - 3:30.

Email: tammy.whitmore@dkschools.org

Location: 6325 Delton Road, Delton, MI, USA

Phone: 269-623-1541

Email: julie.gorter@dkschools.org

Location: 6325 Delton Road, Delton, MI, USA

Phone: 269-623-1542