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From the Desk of Principal Moton
From the Desk of Principal Moton
Dear parents, students, and school community:
Thank you for a great week at The Creek last week! We closed out April and began May the right way!
Across the nation, communities everywhere will celebrate its dedicated educators for "Teacher Appreciation Week". At Dutchman Creek, we have some of the best taking care of our students everyday. I will put my staff up against any in the nation and I'm sure many of you feel the same. I encourage you to reach out to your child's teacher to express your appreciation to them in whatever way feels right to you. An email, phone call, a card, or perhaps a gift or treat. There is no right or wrong way to say "Thank you!", so join me this week and show some love to our amazing teachers!
Not to be left out, National School Nurse's Day is Wednesday, May 8! As a parent myself, knowing that there is a competent and caring professional there for students if there's a small boo-boo or a significant emergency is reassuring and our very own Nurse Van Gelder, or Nurse V for short, is one of a kind! Be sure to show Nurse V some love on her dedicated day on Wednesday!
I hope you enjoy this week's newsletter and make plans to support us this week! Everyday is important so be sure to make each day count! Stay safe and well and let's have a great week at The Creek! GOOOOOOOOOOO GATORS!
Yours in service,
Principal Clayton B. Moton
Gator Nation Celebrations!
Gator Nation Celebrations!
Let's take a moment to recognize and celebrate our Gator Nation students, staff, and community members!
Shout out to the faculty that has the most passion, grit, grace, perseverance, and steadfastness than any staff around! Their commitment to this calling does not go unnoticed as they are the glue that holds our school community together. It is with great pride that we work amongst the best and we are excited about all that we will achieve working along side them. Happy Teacher Appreciation Week to the Gator Nation teachers!
With Great Love and Admiration,
DCMS Leadership/Instruction Team
Congratulations, Mr. Paul Johnson!
Congratulations, Mr. Paul Johnson!
Mr. Johnson, also known as Mr. Jay, was voted on by the staff as the 2024 DCMS Teacher of the Year among an amazing field of nominees that included:
Kristen Dowtin, PE
Christy Funderburk, 8th grade science
Tamishia Knox Harris, 6th grade special education
Shannon Knowles, 7th grade math
Joyce Mason-Feaster, 6th grade math
Amy Rollings, 8th grade ELA
Aimee Tracy, 7th grade science
Dr. April Tyson, 7th grade math
Ronald Tyson, 6th grade ELA
Thank you to The Fellas of Northwestern High!
Thank you to The Fellas of Northwestern High!
Northwestern High School JRAFROTC Master Sargent Troy Talfold and members of The Fellas mentoring group visited DCMS 8th graders to discuss leadership and citizenship opportunities for next school year and beyond!
Great job, Mr. Ellison and Swampland Band!
Great job, Mr. Ellison and Swampland Band!
Despite the uncomfortable conditions (the AC unit went out right before the concert began 😓), the Swampland Band put on a show to remember in front of a capacity crowd at The Creek! An impressive display of grit and fortitude! Great job, Gators😉👍!
Evidence of Engagement is Everywhere!
Evidence of Engagement is Everywhere!
Sharpening our Saws!
Sharpening our Saws!
Mrs. Moore's 7th grade art students prepare to work on their self-portraits!
Ms. Janicke's class use their text dependent analysis skills to help solve the mystery of what happened to Bob the Gator!
Teachers and Staff Actively Support our Gators!
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! Gooooooo Gators!!!
Gator Nation PSAs!
Gator Nation PSAs!
Important news and information to note!
Important news and information to note!
DCMS PTSA
DCMS PTSA
State Testing begins Tuesday (5/7/2024)
State Testing begins Tuesday (5/7/2024)
Save the Dates!
Save the Dates!
Spring Testing Reminders
Spring Testing Reminders
Parental Reminders for State Testing
Make sure your child gets a good night of sleep before each testing day. *Strive to make mornings as relaxed as possible before arrival.
Have your child on time for school each day of testing. If your child is late for school on a testing day and the test has already started, they will not be able to test that day.
Please avoid making doctor appointments, dentist appointments, etc. during testing days.
Encourage attendance for ALL testing days, to avoid as little make-ups as possible. *Express confidence in your child and encourage them to do their best on these tests!
Please note that during testing sessions, there are very strict rules about students possessing any type of electronic device(s).
The following is an excerpt written about this in state testing policy information: “…students may not be in possession of any electronic device that can be used for communicating, recording, timing, creating images, or storing images. These devices include, but are not limited to, cell phones, media players, electronic readers, smart watches…” Any electronic device brought by a student will be collected before testing and given back after testing is finished.
Student Laptops MUST remain at school during the Testing window!
Student Laptops MUST remain at school during the Testing window!
To adhere to state testing maintenance and security, we will observe the same protocols as years past by keeping all student devices at school during testing season. Beginning Monday, May 6, all student devices will remain at school. State testing begins on Tuesday, May 7.
ATTENTION 8th Grade Parents...Save the Dates!
ATTENTION 8th Grade Parents...Save the Dates!
**TIME CHANGE**
**TIME CHANGE**
The 8th Grade Awards Celebration time has been changed to 10:00 a.m. to ensure 8th grade parents are able to attend the 5th grade graduation at our feeder elementary schools.
**TICKETS ON SALE NOW**
**TICKETS ON SALE NOW**
Last Day for Ticket Sales is Friday May 17, 2024!
Tickets for the 8th grade formal will be sold until next FRIDAY May 17, 2024. Parents please be sure that students have the permission slip and the money. Ms. Blake will receive slips and money during 8th grade lunch.
The Dean's List
The Dean's List
Isis has been selected as the DCMS student hero for 2024. She will be honored at the Rock Hill Schools Education Foundation Gala Thursday, May 9th. Congratulations Isis!
It's always great to see students in their Great Gator Ways T-Shirts!
Dean of Student Leadership Visits
Dean of Student Leadership Visits
Dr. McConneaughey, DoSL at Sunset Park loved her visit to the Creek. It was a great week of hosting and visiting district DoSL.
Writer's Visit
Writer's Visit
Students who have shown an interest in writing or have tapped into their creative genius will enjoy a Q&A visit for tips on great writing.
Summer Student Leadership Camp Opportunity
Summer Student Leadership Camp Opportunity
DCMS Media Center
DCMS Media Center
Counselors' Corner
Counselors' Corner
Need some advice or have a question in general? We are here to help!
Gator Athletics
#BeGREAT!
Gator Athletics
#BeGREAT!
Spring Football Info
Spring Football Info
Sports Physicals for NEXT School Year!
Sports Physicals for NEXT School Year!
From our friends at Rock Hill High!
From our friends at Rock Hill High!
Do you love to run? If you are a rising 7th or 8th grader you can run cross country! There will be an interest meeting for athletes zoned for Rock Hill High School on May 16 at 5:30 in the Rock Hill High Media Center.
Summer conditioning will begin on June 7 at Winthrop Coliseum in the softball parking lot. We meet Monday through Friday at 7:00 a.m.
For additional information, please contact Roma Stutts at rstutts@rhmail.org.
Got questions about sports at DCMS?
Contact Jason Werts, Athletics Director (jwerts@rhmail.org)!
Calendar of Events
Calendar of Events
Mon, May 6: Teacher Appreciation Week begins!
Mon, May 6: Cheer Tryouts
Tues, May 7: SCReady Field Test
Tues, May 7: Cheer Tryouts
Tues, May 7: District SIC Meeting at the RHS DO (6:15 pm)
Tues, May 7: Orchestra Concert in the auditorium (7 pm)
Wed, May 8: National School Nurses Day!
Wed, May 8: Cheer Tryouts
Thurs, May 9: Chorus Spring Concert at West End Baptist (7 pm)
Mon, May 13: Volleyball and Football Conditioning (3:30 pm)
Tues, May 14: ELA SCReady (Text Dependent Writing)
Tues, May 14: Kona Ice for sale at lunch
Tues, May 14: Volleyball and Football Conditioning (3:30 pm)
Tues, May 14: PTSA Meeting
Wed, May 15: Volleyball and Football Conditioning (3:30 pm)
Thurs, May 16: ELA SCReady (Reading)
Thurs, May 16: Volleyball and Football Conditioning (3:30 pm)
Mon, May 20: Volleyball and Football Conditioning (3:30 pm)
Tues, May 21: Math SCReady
Tues, May 21: Volleyball and Football Conditioning (3:30 pm)
Wed, May 22: Sports physicals for students during school hours
Wed, May 22: Volleyball and Football Conditioning (3:30 pm)
Thurs, May 23: SCPASS Science for 6th grade only
Thurs, May 23: Algebra 1 EOC Exams
Thurs, May 23: Sports physicals for students after school
Thurs, May 23: Volleyball and Football Conditioning (3:30 pm)
Fri, May 24: StuCo Swishes for Wishes Fundraiser Walk
Tues, May 28: Spanish EOC exam
Wed, May 29: English 1 EOC exam
Fri, May 31: Band Field Trip to Carowinds
Mon, June 3: 6th Grade Awards and Celebration (details to come)
Tues, June 4: 7th Grade Awards and Celebration (details to come)
Wed, June 5: 8th Grade Awards and Celebration (see the flyer above for info)
Thurs, June 6: Last day for students; early dismissal at 11:45 am
National Celebrations in May!
Month
Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month
Jewish American Heritage Month
Mental Health Awareness Month
Women’s Health Month
National Inventors Month
Military Appreciation Month
Week
National Nurses Week (May 6-12, every year)
National Pet Week (May 5-11)
Teacher Appreciation Week (May 6-10)
National Women's Health Week (May 12-18)
National EMS Week (May 19-25)
Days
May 1
National School Principal's Day
May 2
National Brothers and Sisters Day
May 3
School Lunch Hero Day (1st Friday)
May 4
Star Wars Day: May the 4th be with you.
May 5
Cinco de Mayo
Museum Lover's Day
May 6
National Nurses Day
May 7
National Teacher Day (1st Tuesday of the 1st full week)
May 8
Receptionists Day (2nd Wednesday)
National School Nurse's Day
May 12
Mother's Day (2nd Sunday)
May 15
International Family Day
Peace Officers Memorial Day
May 16
Do Something Good for Your Neighbor Day
Drawing Day
National Barbecue Day
May 17
Pizza Party Day (3rd Friday)
May 18
International Astronomy Day
National Armed Forces Day (3rd Saturday)
May 21
Talk Like Yoda Day
May 24
National Brother's Day
May 26
Paper Airplane Day
May 27
Memorial Day (last Monday)
May 28
National Brisket Day
Hamburger Day
May 29
National Paperclip Day
May 30
National Creativity Day
May 31
National Smile Day
Gator Vision: Behind the Lens!
Gator Vision: Behind the Lens!
Images from Week 33!
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