Dove Creek Schools Weekly Update

Another special part of Homecoming is recognizing the students selected to represent their classes and our school as members of the 2026 Homecoming Court.

🎉 Congratulations to our Freshman Attendants, Hagan Short and Kara Harrington; Sophomore Attendants, Nevaeh Lien and Connor Horn; and Junior Attendant, Brooklyn Ivey!

We also congratulate our:

👑 Homecoming Princess: Mykaela Fury
👑 Homecoming Prince: Will Arellano
👑 Homecoming Queen: Stormy Beanland
👑 Homecoming King: Gavin Gill

Our Homecoming Court was also joined by our elementary students: Kynlee Beanland, Cohen Morgan, Elliot Evans, and Cadence Raney. 💙

Having our younger Bullpups take part is always a special reminder that Homecoming truly brings our entire school together.

Congratulations to all of our 2026 Homecoming Royalty! 👑💙💛

Our biggest shoutout this week goes to Ms. Janesse Garcia! 👏

From Student Council activities and the pep assembly to the Homecoming Dance, the amount of coordinating, planning, decorating, and hours she puts into making Homecoming happen is tremendous.

And even after an incredibly busy week, she wasn't finished being a great teammate!

When we didn't have anyone available to run concessions at the football game because our students were so busy with Homecoming activities, Principal Forst decided to take it on. Ms. Garcia wasn't about to let her do it alone and jumped right in to help. 💪

Ms. Kati Gardner also showed what being a great teammate looks like when she stepped in to help with concessions at halftime.

Thank you to Ms. Garcia, Student Council, and everyone who helped make Homecoming 2026 such a fun and memorable week for our students and community!

There are so many moving pieces behind an event like this, and it takes a lot of people willing to pitch in, lend a hand, and help wherever they are needed. That's what being a Bulldog is all about! 💙💛

Congratulations to Delaney See, our Middle School Student of the Month!

Delaney's teachers consistently note how hard she works and how easy she is to work with. She is a delight to have in class, gives her best effort, and is kind to her peers.

Delaney quietly demonstrates the qualities we want to see in our Bulldogs every day.

Great job, Delaney! 🌟

Congratulations to Keaton Banks, our High School Student of the Month!

Keaton's teachers have noticed tremendous growth and maturity over the past year. They have seen him make good choices and step up as a leader, even in difficult situations.

Keaton is working hard in school, is polite to others, and makes an effort to include those around him.

Keep up the great work, Keaton! 👏

Congratulations to Bryson Davis, our Middle School Teammate of the Month!

Bryson consistently demonstrates maturity, takes care of his teammates, and stands up for what is right. He works hard in practices and games and gives 100%.

Bryson shows us that being a great teammate is about much more than being a great athlete—which he is! It's about how you treat, encourage, and support the people around you.

Congratulations, Bryson! 💙💛

Congratulations to Mykaela Fury, our High School Teammate of the Month!

Mykaela brings positivity to every situation. As our FFA President, she leads with passion and brings out the best in those around her.

Her positive energy and strong teamwork have helped get this school year off to an incredible start. From volleyball to her other extracurricular activities, Mykaela is an incredible teammate—dependable, resilient under pressure, and quick to bring a smile to difficult situations.

Congratulations, Mykaela! 🌟

September gave us so many opportunities to talk about Teamwork, and I can't think of a better way to finish the month than Homecoming week! Everywhere we looked, there were examples of students and adults working together, helping one another, and stepping in when something needed to be done.

Now, as we move into October, our Bulldog Way focus turns to:

💪 GRIT!

Grit means sticking with something even when it gets hard. It means continuing to work when something doesn't come easily, learning from mistakes instead of giving up, and having the determination to finish what you start.

Throughout October, we will challenge our students to demonstrate grit in the classroom, athletics, activities, and everyday life.

💙 Keep trying.

💛 Learn from mistakes.

💙 Finish what you start.

💛 Bulldogs don't give up!

After a week like Homecoming, there are far too many people to thank individually.

To our students, staff, families, volunteers, coaches, sponsors, and community members who participated, helped, attended, cheered, decorated, cleaned up, and supported our Bulldogs—THANK YOU!

Your support is what makes events like Homecoming so special.

Monday, October 5
📸 Fall Picture Day — Elementary in the morning at the Pup’s Den; HS/MS and Sports Pictures in the afternoon
🏀 MSBB Practice Starts
🧠 Knowledge Bowl @ Home — 4:00 p.m.

Tuesday, October 6
🏐 MSVB vs. Mancos @ Home — 4:30 p.m.
🌾 FFA Hesperus Leadership Camp begins

Wednesday, October 7
🌾 FFA Hesperus Leadership Camp

🌲5th Grade Field Trip
👩‍🏫 Parent-Teacher Conferences — 4:15–7:00 p.m.

Please be sure to schedule an appointment with your child’s teacher for Parent-Teacher Conferences. We look forward to visiting with our families and celebrating your child’s progress! 💙💛

Thursday, October 8
👩‍🏫 Parent-Teacher Conferences — 7:30 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
📌 NO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
🏐 HSVB vs. Cortez @ Home — 4:30 p.m.
🌲 Outdoor Ed Field Trip

Saturday, October 10
🏐 MSVB SJBL Tournament
🏐 HSVB vs. Ouray @ Home — 11:00 a.m.
🏀 MSBBB @ Telluride — 11:00 a.m.

🍎🥪 Lunch Menu | October 5–9

🐾 Monday, October 5

🌭 Corn Dogs
🍑 Peaches
🥕 Baby Carrots
🍟 Crinkle-Cut Fries
🫘 Baked Beans
🥛 Milk

🐾 Tuesday, October 6

🍊 Orange Chicken
🍍 Pineapple
🥕 Roasted Carrots
🍚 Vegetable Fried Rice
🥛 Milk

🐾 Wednesday, October 7

🍗 Chicken Nuggets
🍊 Orange
🥕 Baby Carrots
🌽 Flame-Roasted Corn
🥖 Hot Roll
🥛 Milk

🐾 Thursday, October 8

🍽️ No Elementary School — Parent-Teacher Conferences

🍗 Chicken Drumsticks
🍐 Pears
🥔 Mashed Potatoes & Gravy
🍞 Roll
🥛 White or Chocolate Milk