The Panther Post

July 29, 2024 Volume 93

Principal's Corner

Please visit our DMS website at https://www.madisoncity.k12.al.us/discovery for ALL things DMS.

* School hours are 8:15 am - 3:20 pm Monday-Friday

* ABCDE rotation schedule for week 1, 8/1-8/2

* Advisory schedule Tuesday, August 6th

* Open House will be Tuesday, August 6th from 5:00-7:00 pm by alphabetical order (info on the DMS website main page)

* School picture day is Monday, August 12th!!

* Building opens at 7:40 am (car line closes at 8:10 am daily) - for car line access, please enter at the north entrance off Hughes Rd (if arriving after 8:10 am, please report to the front office)...students enter at the gym for car line, bikes and walkers and cafeteria for bus riders, bikes and walkers

* Transportation info is on the DMS website...Buses will enter and exit on the south side of the building between DMS and the tennis courts/senior center

* Parent parking is in the main lot at football field ONLY (badge access required to park in front loop)

* See the DMS student handbook on our website paying close attention to all items, especially dress code, cell phone policy and tardiness to class

* We will host the following safety drills the first few days of school - lockout/lockdown, fire and severe weather

* Medication drop-off 10:00-3:30 pm daily (please schedule a time with Nurse Kemi through front office) - DO NOT send medication items with your students

* Check student backpacks and other belongings for items that do not belong on school grounds (see MCS code of conduct)

* Parents can pay fees online by clicking DMS fee payment on our website or they can bring a check or cash to the front office between 8:30-11:30 am daily

* Please go over your subdivision / street address with your child for transportation purposes

Lunch Menu

Congratulations to Emily Parker for being named the District Secondary Teacher of the Year!

DMS Fall Volleyball League

TryOut Date: Thursday, August 8th 5:30-7:30 PM at DMS Gym

Please fill out the form below in order to tryout/participate.

DMS Volleyball League

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

The DMS PTA is excited to welcome you to the 2024-2025 school year!

Whether you're a returning family or joining us for the first time, we understand the importance of strong school-family partnerships. Your involvement plays a crucial role in your child's success at school.

One fantastic way to get involved is by joining our Parent-Teacher Association (PTA)! The PTA is a volunteer organization dedicated to supporting our school community through a variety of programs and events. From organizing fun family activities to fundraising for educational resources, the PTA makes a real difference.

Here are just a few benefits of joining the PTA:

Stay informed: Be the first to know about upcoming events, school news, and volunteer opportunities.
Make a difference: Help shape the future of our school and directly impact your child's learning environment.
Connect with others: Build friendships with other parents and families, fostering a strong school community.
Have fun! Enjoy attending PTA-sponsored events and activities throughout the year.
No matter how much time you can contribute, your involvement is valuable. Whether you'd like to join a committee, volunteer for a few hours, or simply attend meetings, the PTA welcomes everyone!

If you haven't purchased your membership yet, please consider joining today. Who can join the DMS PTA? Everyone! Families, teachers, administrators, staff, grandparents, aunts, uncles, friends, even businesses can join the PTA. The number one reason to join the Parent Teacher Association is to benefit your child. In doing so, you also help your school. Thank you to everyone that has joined for the 2024/2025 school year!

PTA Meetings: We'll be hosting the first PTA General Meeting of the school year at 9:00am on August 22nd at Discovery Middle School. The theme is "Donuts with the Principal". This is a great opportunity to learn more about the PTA, hear from school admin, meet other parents, and ask any questions you might have.

The Spirit Wear Store is Open: We have lots of new items, including a quarter-zip! Shop here.

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:
Facebook
Instagram: @discoverymiddlepta

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