2024-25 Tiger Ambush
July 15, 2024
October 20 , 2024
Principal's Principles
🎬 Lights, Camera, Action—It’s Red Ribbon Week! 🎬
Dear Parents,
Get ready for a blockbuster week at DHS, because Red Ribbon Week is almost here! This year’s national theme is “Life is a movie; film drug-free!” and we’ve got some exciting activities planned to get our students involved in promoting a healthy, drug-free lifestyle.
Here’s a sneak peek at the week’s festivities, happening from October 21-25:
🍿 Kidnap a Teacher (M-F) 🍿
That’s right, the teacher with the most money in their jar will get "kidnapped" on Monday, October 28th! While they’re off campus, students will enjoy movies, popcorn, and drinks. It’s all for a good cause and a ton of fun!
🎉 Daily Dress-Up Themes 🎉
Our amazing Peer Helpers have put together a lineup of fun dress-up days based on our substance abuse awareness campaigns through Thriveway. Encourage your kids to participate and show their spirit!
- Monday, October 21st – ‘Merica Day: Patriotic attire (United We Stand for a Drug-Free Land)
- Tuesday, October 22nd – Camo Day: (Declare War Against Drugs)
- Wednesday, October 23rd – Adam Sandler Day: Mismatched clothing (We’re at odds with drugs!)
- Thursday, October 24th – VIP Day: Flashy, red-carpet attire (Be a VIP; be drug-free!)
- Friday, October 25th – Western Day: Cowboy/cowgirl outfits (Drugs are not “OK” at the Corral)—this lines up with the cheerleaders’ spirit day, too!
🎨 Hallway Decoration Competition 🎨
Each hallway will decorate based on a chosen movie, with judging happening on Friday, October 25th. Let’s see which hall brings home the big prize!
We’re super excited to have the students engaged and hope you can help us make this a memorable week. Thanks for your support in celebrating Red Ribbon Week with us!
Sincerely,
The DHS Peer Helpers' Team
The More You Know
Area Champions
Congratulations to the DHS Volleyball team! They are AREA CHAMPIONS! They will play in the Super Regionals on Thursday, Oct. 24 in Montgomery at the Crampton Bowl Sportsplex. Their first match will be at 8:30 am vs. Headland.
ACT Work Keys for Seniors-Oct. 24th
On Thursday, Oct. 24th all Seniors will take the ACT Work keys exam. This exam is an opportunity for students to earn a college and career ready indicator. Students who earn a '4' on all 3 sections earn the credential.
Parent Conference Day-Oct. 24
On Thursday, Oct. 24th, students will be released at 11:30 am. Parents can schedule conferences with teachers via email. All email addresses are available on the DHS Website.
Pecan orders due-Oct. 30
DHS Seniors are selling pecans. All orders are due by October 30. Please see any DHS senior or email Mrs. Miller to order!
DHS basketball fundraiser-Oct. 21
Thank you to Memphis Grizzlies star, Ja Morant for donating two tickets to the Oct. 26th Grizzlies vs. Magic game. The giveaway runs through Oct. 21. Tickets for the giveaway can be purchased from Coach Miller or and DHS basketball player.
TSA Gourmet Meat Sale
TSA has started their annual Gourmet Meat Sale, see a member or Mrs. Gandy to order.
BETA fundraising/service hours
Service Project/Fundraiser We still have a few spots left for the Children's Hall section of the Haunted Hallways event at DHS. Please see Mrs. White to choose your theme/door. Students who volunteer will need to have a costume and candy for the event and be available to work the event on Halloween.
Haunted Hallways-Oct. 30th
Get ready for a spook-tacular night at Haunted Hallways on October 30th from 6-9 PM! Brave the terrifying Scary Hall or enjoy the Kids Hall for some family-friendly fun. Tickets are just $7—don’t miss out on the thrills and chills!
ASVAB Test-Nov. 13
The ASVAB test will be given on November 13 in the auditorium from 9:00-12:00. Sign up in Mrs. Pearson's office or see SSG Bonner for more information.
Tiger Athletics
Week of Oct. 21-11/1
Blue Heat Student Section Pass are still available
All DHS students will be able to purchase a Blue Heat Student section pass for $40.00 This pass is valid for all DHS Varsity and Junior Varsity athletic contests for the ENTIRE year. Passes can be purchased in the front office of DHS. Blue Heat passes will be available for purchase the entire year.
Football Friday Dress-Up Days
Start planning your outfits for Football Fridays
Fall Bell Schedule
Classes begin at 7:50 a.m. Students should be in their first class of the day at 7:50 a.m., or they will be counted tardy.
Traffic Flow
Please see the 2024-25 traffic patterns. We have made some changes. All car riders will be dropped off and picked up in the front of the school. Students SHOULD NOT be dropped off or picked up in front of the gym or band room.
Student drivers will turn right upon entering campus and travel behind the buildings. They will depart campus using the same route.
No vehicles should drive around the barricades.