
The Panther Post
February 23, 2024 Volume 81
Principal's Corner
Please visit our DMS website at https://www.madisoncity.k12.al.us/discovery for ALL things DMS
* ABCDE rotation schedule for week 28, 2/26-3/1
* Advisory is scheduled for Tuesday, February 27th
* February is Black History month!!
* Parents can pay fees online by clicking DMS fee payment on our website or bring a check or cash to the front office
* 2/26/24 - DMS Parent University 5-7 pm / 6th grade Showcase 6:00-6:45 in DMS gym
* 2/29/24 - 2025 DC field trip parent interest meeting at 7:00 pm
* 2/29/24 - DMS NJHS induction ceremony at 6:00 pm
* 3/4/24 - 3rd 9-week "DMS Reward Party"
* 3/8/24 - End of 3rd 9 weeks
* 3/11/24-3/15/24 - Spring Break
* 3/20/24 - 8th grade panoramic picture in gym at 2:00 pm
* 3/25-4/5/24 - ACAP testing window
Lunch Menu
National Junior Honor Society
The Panther Pride Chapter of National Junior Honor Society will hold an Induction Ceremony for all new 7th and 8th grade members this Thursday, February 29th at 6:00 p.m. in the gym. We ask that new members arrive at 5:45 p.m. through the front doors. Please dress nicely (no jeans or shorts) and follow all MCS dress code requirements. You can contact Ms. Beavers (kdbeavers@madisoncity.k12.al.us) or Madame Guindon (jlguindon@madisoncity.k12.al.us) if you have any questions.
2024 Career Pathways
2024 Career Pathways - Volunteer Interest Form MCS Secondary Schools
We want to guide our MCS students as they begin to think about how to navigate the complex world of work, and we need volunteers to introduce students to a variety of career pathways and trends in today's industry.
Careers are rarely linear and we are looking for volunteers to share their career experience and pathway with our secondary students. Would you be willing to share your WHY for your career? Do you have an entrepreneurial spirit? Do you make an impact helping people? Can you truly relate to the concept of career reinvention because you've been there? Have you learned lessons from failing forward and/or taking risks? Have you started at an entry-level job and advanced throughout the years? Have you built a career in the corporate and higher-education arenas, working your way up to leadership roles?
If you can answer Yes to any of these questions, we need your help. If you are willing to be a speaker, mentor, or volunteer, please consider filling out this interest form.
Thank You!
MCS Career Coach Team
Interest Form Link: https://forms.gle/qb3jDGYrP71tz8uF6
MATHCOUNTS Chapter Results
Our official team of four came in second place. Samuel Bae earned first place individually and Jason Roh won the Countdown Round. Samuel Bae advances to the state competition in Mobile, Alabama on March 23rd.
Baseball
Softball
Soccer
FCA Meetings
March 22nd
April 26th
May 10th
Important Reminders
- Please ensure that your students adhere to the dress code. All clothing must meet appropriate guidelines as noted in the DMS Student Handbook and MCS Code of Conduct. Also, students may bring a jacket or sweater if they are cold; however, blankets and stuffed animals are not allowed as a cover at school.
- Attendance is very important. Please be sure to send absence notes to dmsattendance@madisoncity.k12.al.us whenever your student is absent from school.
- Students should arrive to class on time and be in their seats when the tardy bell rings.
- For morning drop off and afternoon dismissal, parking in the front northeast lot or in the loop at the front office will soon require a clearly marked parking pass. Those without this pass are asked to use the car line. Thanks to everyone for using the car line unless you have an "approved reason" from the DMS administration. Approved reasons are for SRO, medical/emergency, special needs, late arrival, etc. We are working for the safety of all of our students and staff at DMS. Thank you for your continued support!
Lost and Found
- Please encourage your students to check the DMS Lost & Found near the front office if they have misplaced any items.
- The Lost and Found will be cleared out on the first day of each month and unclaimed items will be donated to a worthy cause.
PTA
Nurse Kemi is in need of supplies for the school's clinic and for the Care Closet. Please consider purchasing items from the amazon wishlist!
It's time to plan the 2024 DMS Spring Dance! We need volunteers to lead the planning efforts. Fill out the interest form to help plan a fun night of music and dancing!
The interest form for joining the 2024/2025 DMS PTA Board is now open: The Nominating Committee of the DMS PTA Board is seeking input for interest in serving on the 2024-25 PTA Board. Click here for more info.
Have you linked your Kroger account to the Discovery Middle School PTA? The Kroger Community Rewards program makes fundraising easy by donating to local organizations based on the shopping you do every day. Once you link your Kroger Rewards Card to an organization, all you have to do is shop at Kroger and swipe your Shopper’s Card, and Kroger will donate a portion of your total to the organization of your choice. Your price stays the same.
Have questions for the PTA? Email us at DiscoveryMiddlePTA@gmail.com
Follow the PTA on:
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Instagram: @discoverymiddlepta
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Discovery Middle School
Website: https://www.madisoncity.k12.al.us/discovery
Location: 1304 Hughes Road, Madison, AL, USA
Phone: 256-837-3735
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/discoverymspanthers/