The Riflemen Weekly Update
News from DMMS for the Week of October 20, 2024
A Message from Ms. O'Donnell
Dear Daniel Morgan Middle School Students and Families,
This week we kick off Red Ribbon Week! From October 23rd to October 31st we will celebrate being Drug Free with theme days:
10-23- Let's Get "Reddy" to Say No to Drugs- WEAR RED
10-24- Team Drug Free- WEAR TEAM JERSEY OR SPORTSWEAR
10-25- Wake Up Drug Free- WEAR PAJAMAS
10-28- Too Bright for Drugs- WEAR BRIGHT CLOTHES AND/OR SUNGLASSES
10-29- Keep Your Brain Safe- WEAR HATS
10-30- Gourd Vibes Only- WEAR ORANGE OR PUMPKIN THEMED
10-31- Say Boo to Drugs- WEAR HALLOWEEN COSTUME
Please note, all Halloween costumes should be school appropriate. In addition, no fake blood, masks, or weapons.
We are seeing an increase in pajamas, blankets, and headwear. These are not school appropriate items and violate the WPS dress code. Students will be asked to change if they hare wearing pajama pants or take off their blankets and headwear.
The Daniel Morgan Campus is hosting an International Night on November 6th at 5:30. If you would like to bring something, please use the link below to sign up!
Any student who has not had a chance to order school pictures, it’s not too late!
Please visit: https://vando.imagequix.com/g1001136357#login
Use your student ID # when prompted to enter the online code.
For questions regarding school pictures please email: underclass@vosphoto.com
I hope you had a wonderful weekend. If I can ever be of any assistance, feel free to reach out to me at any time. Let's make it a great week!
Beth O'Donnell
Principal, DMMS
(540) 431-1415
(540) 667-7171
Parent Conferences
Parent Conferences will be held October 22nd from 3:30-6:00. Please sign up for at time below. Sign ups will close on Monday, October 21st. You must have an appointment to meet with a teacher.
Here is the link https://pickatime.com/DMMS/Fall2024
Important Dates
October 22nd- Parent Conferences
October 23rd- NAEP Testing- select 8th graders
October 23rd-October 31st- Red Ribbon Week
November 5th- No School- Teacher PD Day
November 14th- Picture Retakes
November 15th- PBIS Pep Rally
November 27th-29th- No School
DMMS PTO
Athletic Information
Fall Athletic Event:
October 23rd- DMMS Football at Charles Town- 3:30 pm
Winter Sports:
Wrestling practice will begin on October 21st. If anyone who is on the football team would like to wrestle, they may begin practice on October 28th.
Volleyball try outs will be on November 6th-9th (8th grade), and November 11th-13th (7th grade).
If you have any questions, please contact Mr. Houser!
Resources and Information
Important Forms
Student Expectations at DMMS
DMMS uses a PBIS Reward system. Please take a look at the PRIDE Matrix for student expectations.