September 28 -

October 2

#DMSLevelUp

RAIDER NATION

Shout out to our volleyball coaches, Coach Cosby and Coach Netherton. They both had great seasons, and the girls had a blast. Thank you for your positive influence on our players.

Reminders and Announcements:

Monday, Sept 28:

DMS 7th Grade Volleyball VS Decatur Heritage and Danville @ Decatur Heritage

Tuesday, Sept 29:

DMS Football VS Lawrence Co (Away)

"Dare the Devils" - dress like a superhero

Wednesday, Sept 30:

TRIBAL Council Meeting

Friday, Oct 2:

ELA Pacing Guide Assessment

Saturday, Sept 26:

Jessie Owens Cross Country Invitational @ Oakville

Live streaming

Live Streaming Best Practice:

STRATEGIC TEACHING

Remember, Strategic Teaching is an expectation that should happen in core classes every day. Attached is a link to our Strategic Teaching page for your review.

DMS Weekly Faculty Newsletter - Strategic Teaching

UPCOMING EVENTS

Sept 25

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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