Diamond Fork Middle School

Jan 8 & 9 - Diamondback Day Based on 2nd term grades

Jan 13-17 - Kindness Week

Jan 20 - Martin Luther King Jr. Day —No School!

Dear Parent or Guardian,

Nebo District is offering a mental health screener for students on the evening of January 13, 2025, at Mt. Nebo Middle School from 4 pm to 8 pm. We will be using Terrace Metrics software to measure mental and emotional strengths, as well as screen for anxiety, depression, trauma, and suicidal ideation of students in grades 6-12. Students in grades 3-5 may participate to be screened for mental and emotional strengths, anxiety, depression, and trauma.

If you would like to participate please sign up here for an appointment. The assessment tool takes an average of 15 minutes to complete. Afterward, you and your student will meet with a school counselor or social worker to discuss the results of the assessment and receive resources as needed.

Link to Parent Information Video (2.5 minutes)

Prior to taking the mental health screener, a consent form needs to be completed by the parent/guardian. The consent form will be available upon arrival.

If you have any questions, please contact your school counselor.

Sincerely,

RaShel Shepherd, Ed.D.

Director of Student Success

Student PTSA members! Join us Wednesday, January 15th

in the lost & found room 42 during lunch! Bring your lunch with you! We will eat together and work on a quick project!

Parents, if your student would like to sign-up please have them fill out the blue form in the office. The cost is $6 and can be paid with cash or check written out to DFMS PTSA at the front office. If you are not sure you're student is a member please email DFMS PTA at diamondforkpta@gmail.com

Parents, Guardians, and Students!

District Science Fair

We are thrilled to announce the upcoming District Science Fair scheduled for February 20, 2025. This is a fantastic opportunity for students to delve into scientific topics that spark their interest. Students who wish to participate are encouraged to select their projects over the Christmas Break. This break offers an excellent chance for students to brainstorm and begin planning exciting projects!

Science Fair Help Meetings

To support our budding scientists, we will begin Science Fair Help Meetings starting January 9, 2025. These meetings will be held from 3:00 to 3:30 PM in Room 8, Mrs. Antares' classroom. This is a great opportunity for students to receive guidance and support as they develop their projects.

The science fair is not just about learning; it also celebrates creativity and innovation. Students get the chance to explore topics they are passionate about, and there are prizes for exceptional projects! It’s a wonderful occasion for students to showcase their hard work and scientific understanding.

Looking Forward

As we look forward to the upcoming events, we encourage all students and parents to get involved and support our young scientists. Whether it’s brainstorming project ideas or joining us for the help meetings, your involvement makes a difference!

Thank you for your continued support in making Diamond Fork Middle School a place of exceptional learning and discovery.

Warm regards,

DFMS Science

Over the next two weeks, we will conduct both a fire drill and a lockdown drill. Our teachers consistently demonstrate a strong commitment to these drills, ensuring that all students and staff understand the necessary procedures in the event of an emergency.

The weather is changing and it is getting colder! Please know that we will have outside lunch recess every day unless it is actively raining or snowing. We would ask that you please help your child dress appropriately to be in the colder weather.

Need DFMS gear? Get custom shirts, jackets, backpacks, and more at the DFMS Team Store! Everything is shipped directly to your home! Please click the link to access the team store!