This Week at Dutchman Creek!

Week of 3-4-2024

Very proud of this amazing team that represented Gator Nation at the annual SCAMLE Conference!
#GoGators💚🖤🐊

From the Desk of Principal Moton

Dear parents, students, and school community:

Welcome to March! Judging by the first two months of the new year, we have a lot to look forward to as it relates to fun and engaging experiences for our students and staff. We march into March with great momentum and plan to gain even more over the days to come.

March is National Women's History month. We look forward to highlighting the contributions to our local and greater community made by some incredible women this month.

Enjoy this week's newsletter and take particular note of the calendar of events. Every day is important so let's be sure to make each day count! Stay safe and healthy, and here's to another great week at The Creek! GOOOOOOOOOOO GATORS!

Yours in service,

Principal Clayton B. Moton

Gator Nation Celebrations!

Let's take a moment to recognize and celebrate our Gator Nation students, staff, and community members!

Academic Challenge Team

After finishing the regular season with an impressive overall record, which includes the City Championship, the DCMS Academic Challenge team will compete in the Regional Tournament on Thursday! Best wishes, Gators!

Thank you, Winthrop University!

It is never too early to begin thinking about college choices. We are grateful to Winthrop University for showcasing their unique programming for students of all abilities to our students!

Great job to the Gators Got Talent! participants!

The culminating activity for Dutchman Creek's Black History Month celebration was the Lyric of a Leader activity that was showcased during the Gators Got Talent! show for the student body and staff!

Want to show some love to the faculty and staff of DCMS?

Reach out to administrative assistant Claudia Koterba ckoterba@rhmail.org and share your ideas!

Meals
T-shirts
School supplies
Notes of appreciation

All expressions of appreciation are appreciations!

Evidence of Engagement is Everywhere!

Gators at SCAMLE Conference 2024!

Several Gators traveled to Myrtle Beach to attend the South Carolina Association of Middle Level Educators Conference. Eighth grade math teacher Mr. Bey and the team of Mr. Moton, Mrs. Rainey, and Ms. Miller facilitated learning sessions for attendees!

Celebrating Growth and Success!

Students that showed growth and achievement after Winter MAP were celebrated this past week!

Teachers and Staff Actively Support our Gators!

Whether it is volunteering to help with after school clubs and competition or cheering wildly in the stands as fans, the faculty and staff understand the importance of supporting our students in and outside of the classroom! We are unapologetically PROUD to be Dutchman Creek Gators!

Gator Nation PSAs!

Important news and information to note!

State Testing is Coming...Save the Date

Our state testing season is approaching! Please add these dates to your schedules and help your Gator to be in attendance each day.

Save the Date! Math and Science Night

Our math and science departments at Dutchman Creek Middle School are planning a family night on March 20th, 2024 from 5-7p.m!

Students and families are encouraged to attend for a night of fun with games, station activities, and food trucks!

Blood Drive with One Blood!

The DCMS Chapter of the National Junior Beta Club will sponsor a community blood drive with One Blood on Saturday, March 9, 2024, 8:30-12:30. Please come out a support those in need by donating blood. Please feel free to share this with everyone you know!! Use the link below and use the Sponsor Code to locate the drive: 56641

Oneblood.org/donate-now

Donors receive a $20 Gift Card and a T-shirt!!

Students who have an adult donate on their behalf will receive a FREE Dress Down Day!!

StuCo Craft Fair!

Spring Growth Mindset Challenge

Bearcat Jump Up Day!

DCMS Media Center

3-1-24 Media Center WAAG

Counselors' Corner

Rising 9th Grade Individual
Graduation Plan (IGP) Conferences

ARE DONE!!!!

Job Shadowing for 8th Grade Students

All 8th grade students will participate in Job Shadowing on Friday, March 8th. Ms. Wilkins, Career Counselor, will meet with all 8th grade students on Friday, March 1st to give out all documentation and information. Forms must be turned back in to Ms. Wilkins or Ms. Plantz by Wednesday, March 6th. If you do not submit a form by Wednesday, March 6th, it will not be an excused absence.

6th Grade Counselor

Tiffany Smith

803.985.1715

tiffanys@rhmail.org

7th Grade Counselor

Shandra James

803.985.1716

shjames@rhmail.org

8th Grade Counselor

Christina Plantz

803.985.1718

cplantz@rhmail.org

Career Counselor

Natisha Wilkins

803.985.1730

nwilkins@rhmail.org

Gator Athletics
#BeGREAT!

Got questions about sports at DCMS?
Contact Jason Werts, Athletics Director (jwerts@rhmail.org)!

From Northwestern High

Any 7th or 8th graders zoned for NHS wanting to swim for NHS in the Fall?

Our March preseason will be at the Rock Hill Aquatic Center each Monday and Wednesdays in March from 4:00 - 5:15. Must have a current physical as of April 2023 on file in Planet High school.

Calendar of Events

Mon, Mar 4: Softball home vs Rawlinson Road (5 pm)
Tues, Mar 5: Rising 6th Grade Night (6 pm)
Wed, Mar 6: Softball at Saluda Trail (5 pm)
Wed, Mar 6: Jr Beta Club Induction Ceremony (6 pm)
Thurs, Mar 7: Academic Challenge Regional Tournament at First Baptist Church of Rock Hill
Thurs, Mar 7: 6th Grade Sports Night in the auditorium (6 pm)
Fri, Mar 8: 8th Grade Job Shadowing Day
Sat, Mar 9: Jr Beta Club Blood Drive (8:30 am - noon)
Mon, Mar 11: Benchmarks window opens
Mon, Mar 11: Softball home vs Castle Heights
Tues, Mar 12: Rising 6th Grade Jump Up Day (9 am)
Tues, Mar 12: Kona Ice on sale during lunch periods
Wed, Mar 13: 7th Grade leaves for Washington, DC
Wed, Mar 13: Softball at Oakridge (5 pm)
Fri, Mar 15: Orchestra performs at Carowinds
Mon, Mar 18: Softball home vs Sullivan (5 pm)
Tues, Mar 19: Track home v Oakridge and Castle Heights (5 pm)
Wed, Mar 20: Softball at Clover (5 pm)
Thurs, Mar 21: Track at Clover (5 pm)
Fri, Mar 22: NO SCHOOL FOR STUDENTS (Workday for staff)
Fri, Mar 22: Drama Performance (7 pm)
Sat, Mar 23: Drama Performance (7 pm)
Mon, Mar 25: Softball home vs York (5 pm)
Tues, Mar 26: Track home vs Oakridge and York (5 pm)
Wed, Mar 27: Jr Beta Club meeting in the auditorium (8:30 am)
Wed, Mar 27: Softball at Rawlinson Road (5 pm)
Thurs, Mar 28: Early Release Day for students (11:45 dismissal)
Thurs, Mar 28: Track at Clover vs Clover and York
Fri, Mar 29: SPRING BREAK BEGINS (NO SCHOOL)
Mon, Apr 1: National Assistant Principals Week begins
Thurs, Apr 4: National Librarian Appreciation Day