Good Morning Cavalier Families,
This week, students in grades 3-5 will take the Kansas Assessment Program (KAP) Predictive Interim Tests for English Language Arts (ELA) and Mathematics. These assessments are essential for measuring student learning and predicting performance on the Kansas summative tests in the spring. The data collected also helps guide instruction and supports our efforts to improve student achievement.
We kindly ask for your support in ensuring your child is present and punctual throughout the testing period. A good night’s sleep, plenty of rest, and a balanced breakfast can greatly enhance their focus and well-being during testing. Thank you for partnering with us to support your child’s success. Together, we can make this a positive and productive experience!
DCES Important Dates
Week of Jan. 27-31
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Wednesday, Jan. 29: PLC Day, 1 HR Late Start
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DCES S.Y. 24-25 Yearbook: Ordering will close on January 29. Yearbooks are $18 and can be personalized for an additional cost. To purchase your yearbook visit: inter-state.com/order and enter code: 90865R Please feel free to contact Mrs. Smith (smithk@usd230.ord or 592-7151), if you have any questions.
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Thursday, Jan. 30: 5th Grade Music Recruitment at SHHS (11:35 a.m. - 2:55 p.m.)
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Friday, Jan. 31:
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Conference scheduler on Skyward will open at 8:00 a.m. Directions on how to schedule your conferences can be found here. Please note that 3rd -5th Graders will lead the first part of their conferences with a 3-Minute presentation. Students will share their goals and progress using their Leader in Me binders (more details coming in our next newsletter.) We look forward to meeting with families on Feb. 12th and 13th to celebrate student progress and plan how to continue supporting their success in DCES!
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LIM Awards Assembly for Habit 4: Think Win Win with KC Wolf
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8:00-8:30 a.m. for K-2nd grade
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8:30-9:00 a.m. for 3rd-5th Grade
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PTO Event: Grand Gathering, 6:00-7:30 p.m., cafeteria
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FSMS Orientation with 5th Graders at 2:15, 5th Grade Pod
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Last collection day for Cavalier Pages of Hope Book Drive: Our Student Lighthouse Team invites you to spread the joy of reading! Donate new or gently used books to help enrich classroom libraries, support our local community center, and provide books to families in need. Every donation makes a difference! You may drop off donations at the DCES front office.
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February Events:
Feb. 3-7 is National School Counseling Week
Feb 7: 5th Grade Science City Field Trip
Feb 10: Skyward Conference Scheduler will close at 3:00 p.m.
Feb 11: Valentine's Day Party, 2-3 PM
Feb 12: Two-Hour Early Dismissal (1:10 PM), Parent-Teacher Conferences start at 4 p.m.
Feb 13: No Classes- Professional Development Day and Parent-Teacher Conferences
Feb 14: No Classes
Feb 17: No Classes - Presidents Day
Feb 21: LIM Family Night: Sleep Over & Game Night Theme, 5:30-7 p.m.
Feb 25: 1st Grade Planetarium Experience (DCES gym)
Important Links:
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DCES Community Feedback Form: Let us know how we’re doing. Your input is greatly appreciated!
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We hope that you’ve experienced an employee going above and beyond to serve our students and school community. Please help us recognize that employee by completing the short USD 230 Staff Recognition: Standing Ovation Nomination Form
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Watch D.O.G.S. Sign Up Link and you can purchase Watch D.O.G.S. shirts through this link
DCES PTO NEWS:
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Grand Gathering Event: We’re excited to invite students and their grandparents—or anyone "grand" in their lives—to our Grand Gathering! Join us for an evening of fun and connection in the school cafeteria on Friday, January 31st, from 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM.This year, the event is completely free! Enjoy a delicious meal, sides, and dessert, along with games and photo opportunities to make lasting memories. We look forward to seeing you there and celebrating the special people in our students' lives!
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Here is a link for parents to sign up to help with the event. Grand Gathering Volunteer Sign Up
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Next PTO Meeting will be February 27th at 6:30 pm- Zoom Link will be provided close to date.
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B I N G O-Hello!!! We are asking for help with coordinating our silent auction and need volunteers for our BINGO Night March 7th at 6-7:30 pm Please visit this link to help contribute BINGO Volunteer Sign Up
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If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to us anytime at daytoncreekpto@gmail.com.
Thank you so much for your continued support!
- PTO Board
Krystal Leitner, President
Jenn Blauw, Vice President
Kaylee Scoma, Secretary
Autumn Coleman, Treasurer
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