On Wednesday, as part of the new teacher induction series led by Ms. Stephanie Bassett, new teachers completed their Stop the Bleed training. They practiced using tourniquets and learned the ABCs of stopping blood flow.
New Teacher Induction is a structured program to support new-to-district and new-to-profession teachers. The DCCSD program includes orientation, mentor pairing and other support.
Due to road conditions, Davis County Schools will be running on a two hour delay schedule on Friday, March 11.
February was Davis County Middle Schools Mustang Makers Club!
Our Middle School Makers learned how to embroider canvas bags, create hand beaded jewelry, make knotted/braided bracelets, and tie dye shirts! Our Mustang Makers did a fantastic job of trying new skills, as well as asking each other for advice/tips. Our students also gained hands-on life skills and hobbies that can occupy their time and mind in a productive and creative way. Crafting, regardless of the medium you use, can bolster mood, improve self-confidence, and reduce stress overall.
Big shout out to our local Dollar General for donating white shirts for our students to tie dye! We also owe a big thank you to local Make-HER, Abby Yearling, Owner and Creative of Blackboard Printing Company who made a cash donation to purchase our craft supplies.
DCMS March after school club is a Comic & Manga Book Club where students can come have a snack, and draw/write and ultimately create their own comic books on Monday's & Wednesday's after school.
Thank you to all the adults who make arrangements to allow their students to come to these fun and creative after school clubs! If your student would like to join this months club please have them contact Mrs. Meg. If your student is needing homework assistance, our Afterschool Palooza is also held on Mondays & Wednesdays. Please have your student contact Mrs. McConaughey if they need help with an assignment, or subject.
Mrs. Mason’s freshman students created book spine poetry. Students and staff voted Group 5 as the winners - check out their poem!
Book spine poetry is made up of words from the spine of books. Students arrange them until the book titles create a poem.
Yesterday, Mr. Koby Albrecht (2nd Grade) and Ms. Kelsi Sankot (Business) were on location, recruiting at the ISU Teacher Education Career Fair! Many DC teachers have graduated from this program, including Mr. Albrecht. We’re excited for the opportunities ahead, as we recruit high-quality teachers for our students.
#dcmustangs #thebestthatwecanbe
Results of the District Individual Speech Contest at Tri-County HS in Thornburg:
Veronica Yoder-Solo Musical Theatre-performing "Burn" from the musical "Hamilton"-received a "I" rating.
Ophelia Skaggs-Interpretative Poetry-performed an original piece titled "Ophelia's Poem"-received a "I" rating.
Toby Hubinette-Storytelling-performed an original piece titled "Dear Diary"-received a "I" rating.
Emerson Glosser-After Dinner Speaking-"Be The Dandelion"-received a "II" rating.
Hannah Bridgman-Spontaneous Speaking-received a "II" rating.
Ophelia Skaggs-Solo Musical Theatre-performed "Hopelessly Devoted To You" from the musical "Grease"-received a "II" rating.
Toby, Veronica and Ophelia will go to the State contest on March 12.
The picture is of our students with Craig Ihnen, Executive Director of the Iowa High School Speech Association. Congrats kids!
DCMS would like you to meet our final round of incredible teachers in our project, "Meet the Middle School"! With Parent Teacher Conferences tonight and March 3rd this is a great opportunity to get to know your student(s) teachers. We are so fortunate to have these dedicated teachers fueling the minds of our young people.
DCMS would like you to "Meet the Middle School"! With Parent Teacher Conferences coming up next week February 28th and March 3rd this is a great opportunity to get to know your student(s) teachers. We are so fortunate to have these dedicated teachers fueling the minds of our young people. Don't forget to sign up for your parent teacher conference(s)!
DCMS would like you to "Meet the Middle School"! With Parent Teacher Conferences coming up next week February 28th and March 3rd this is a great opportunity to get to know your student(s) teachers. We are so fortunate to have these dedicated teachers fueling the minds of our young people. Don't forget to sign up for your parent teacher conference(s)!
DCMS would like you to "Meet the Middle School"!
With Parent Teacher Conferences coming up next week February 28th and March 3rd this is a great opportunity to get to know your student(s) teachers. We are so fortunate to have these dedicated teachers fueling the minds of our young people. Don't forget to sign up for your parent teacher conference(s)!
First up, we have our 5th grade staff members...
For those attending Rod Lynch's funeral tomorrow, Saturday, at 1:00PM at the High School Gymnasium, the North parking lot will be reserved for family and relatives, those needing Handicap accessibility, and Cargill employees. The funeral will be live-streamed on the district YouTube channel: Davis County Mustangs.
Spring sports are just around the corner! Our boys and girls golf teams have some apparel for sale. Please click on the following link to purchase your gear today. Orders are due by March 2, 2022
https://mustanggolf2022.itemorder.com/
Due to road conditions, Davis County Schools will be running on a 2 hour delay schedule on Friday, February 25th.
8th graders Atelena Prevo, Myron Danley and Lauren Davis worked together in Mr. Robison's Project Lead The Way (PLTW) to engineer a robotic gumball machine!
Students were encouraged to create a project with two working lights and a motor. This trio had to program a micro bit ( a pocket-sized computer) to communicate with the motor, allowing the gumballs to dispense. Atelena, Myron and Lauren then used the PLTW 3D printer to print the gumball machine.
PLTW empowers DCMS students to develop in-demand, transportable knowledge and skills through pathways in computer science, engineering and biomedical science. Mr. Robison provides DCMS students with tools and resources to engage in real-world learning and technological advancements.
Fantastic job on this unique project Mustangs!
The High School Dance Showcase will be this Friday, February 25th, beginning at 7pm. It was originally at the High School but has been moved to the Middle School Gym.
Lego Masters Abby Atkinson, Canon Smith and Grady Sprouse spent their No School Day, last Friday, presenting in front of the Bloomfield Optimist Club!
Bloomfield Optimist Club President, Lyle Sterling, invited SEL Intervention Specialist, Meg Benge, and DCMS Lego Masters to discuss last month's after school club. Grady shared his passion for Legos, and the several sets he has at home. Canon stated that he enjoyed having something fun to do with his friends after school. Abbie enjoyed the challenge and being able to put her Christmas gift, a Harry Potter Lego Train Set, together while visiting with friends. Each of the students did a fantastic job conducting themselves at this meeting, held at the Livery Barn in Bloomfield.
Meg Benge stated that "...the invitation for students to present to community members in this way, was so much more than talking about Legos. Our students described feelings and tales of togetherness, creativity, and perseverance. These DCMS students showed self-confidence, communication and language skills that can only be strengthened in real world settings like these. I was so honored to be able to put our students in a room where all the attention was on them, and for these students to be able to witness an organization, like the Bloomfield Optimist Club, conduct a meeting. The procedures, the traditions, the excitement, folks working together with 1 goal in mind. It is something very few students have the opportunity to see. I can't thank the parents of these students enough, who also saw the value here. That even with chaotic morning schedules, other children, work, etc. still made it possible for their kids to attend and have this experience. Special thanks to Gary Meredith for donating a Lego set for future club use! It is clear that when the School District and Community come together, unique opportunities begin to unfold for our students. "
Way to go Mustangs!
Emmitt Newton lost his 3rd place match 9-6. He will finish in 4th place and take part in tonight’s medal ceremony. Great job Emmitt and coaches!
Emmitt Newton won! He’ll be wrestling for a 3rd place finish later today.
State Wrestling Update: Emmitt Newton will wrestle again tomorrow starting at 10:00.
State Wrestling Update: In revenge fashion Emmitt Newton beats Dylan Heater of Grinnell 5-2. He will wrestle again for no worse than 5th place with a chance for 3rd!!