October 19 - 23

#DMSLevelUp

RAIDER NATION

Shout out to Mary Cooper! She is always the "wearer of many hats," but even more so this year. We appreciate the work she has done to help transition students back into face-to-face instruction. Thank you, Mrs. Cooper!

Reminders and Announcements:

Monday, Oct 19:

Report cards go home 7th period

Many virtual students expected to return

Tuesday, Oct 20:

>10 minute meeting with Core Teachers during your planning.

Wednesday, Oct 21:

NEWSELA Training (Click Here) 4:00-4:25pm ELA and Social Studies

Thursday, Oct 22:

Common planning cancelled

Friday, Oct 23:

Common planning cancelled

UPCOMING EVENTS

October 26

Standards Audit Math (AM)

Standards Audit Science (PM)

October 27

Picture Day for "traditional students"

October 28

Standards Audit ELA (AM)

Standards Audit Social Studies (PM)

October 30

New Teacher Check-In

Decatur Middle School Staff Calendar

I will keep this calendar up-to-date of all of the events and activities specific to the teachers and staff of DMS. Please keep an eye on this calendar to stay informed.

Decatur Feeder Pattern Athletics Calendar

This calendar is kept up-to-date by Watt Parker, our district Athletics Director. This calendar will keep you informed of all DHS and DMS athletics events.

Teacher Non-negotiables

- Teach the standard
- Bell-to-bell instruction
- Provide Tier II instruction
- Own the data
- Love all kids

ESSENTIAL QUESTIONS TO GUIDE DECISION MAKING

- Does the activity align to our mission?
- Does the activity align to grade-level content standards?
- How will this lead to higher student achievement?
- Does the activity align to grade-level content standards?
- Is the the best use of instructional time, or a good use of instructional time?

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