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Hard work paid off!
SUPERIOR with Distinction...EARNED!
From the Desk of Principal Moton
From the Desk of Principal Moton
Dear parents, students, and school community:
We had a SUPERIOR week last week! With so many of our goals and accomplishments met, we finish up the month of March on Monday and begin a very busy and important month of April with more work to do. With more time behind us than ahead of us, it is critical that we take advantage of every opportunity to get better. The collection of our individual efforts will add up to our success. We must all do our part!
Be sure to note the many upcoming items on the calendar. This is an extremely busy part of the school year, so we thank you in advance for your continued efforts in making Dutchman Creek a special place to grow and develop! Let's have another #RockSolid week at The Creek! GO GATORS!
Yours in service,
Principal Clayton B. Moton
Academic Excellence
Evidence of Engagement is Everywhere!
Academic Excellence
Evidence of Engagement is Everywhere!
As a National School to Watch, we demonstrate Academic Excellence!
CONGRATULATIONS to Mr. Gray!
CONGRATULATIONS to Mr. Gray!
DCMSSSotY2025.MP4CONGRATULATIONS to Mrs. Funderburk!
CONGRATULATIONS to Mrs. Funderburk!
DCMSTotY2025.MP4CONGRATULATIONS to the DCMS Swampland Honors Band!
CONGRATULATIONS to the DCMS Swampland Honors Band!
Congratulations to Mr. Ellison and the DCMS Swampland Honors Band for earning a SUPERIOR with Distinction rating at the 2025 Concert Performance Assessment...the highest rating from all judges!
CONGRATULATIONS to the DCMS Orchestra!
CONGRATULATIONS to the DCMS Orchestra!
Congratulations to Mr. Gayosso and the DCMS Orchestra for earning a SUPERIOR rating at the Carowinds Festival of Music...the highest rating from all judges!
Disabilities Awareness Month
and School Pride Pep Rally
Disabilities Awareness Month
and School Pride Pep Rally
DisabilitiesMonthPepRally2025.MOVAuthentic Experiences
Authentic Experiences
Gators Supporting Gators!
Gators Supporting Gators!
Whether it is volunteering to help with after school clubs and competition or cheering wildly in the stands as fans, we understand the importance of supporting each other inside and outside of the classroom! We are unapologetically PROUD to be Dutchman Creek Gators! Gooooooo Gators!!!
Parent PitstopÂ
Parent PitstopÂ
Parents we need YOU!
Parents we need YOU!
Parents, we are soliciting your continued support! We are in the process of planning for several events, and would appreciate your donations.
Teacher Appreciation Days
Teacher Appreciation Days
Teacher Appreciation Breakfast is Monday, May 5th, 2025. Please consider signing up to contribute to this breakfast, just use the QR code! Thank you :)
Testing Day Snacks
Testing Day Snacks
Testing days can be very stressful for students and teachers. We would like to have snacks on hand for teachers since they are unable to leave their room until testing is complete each day. Please sign up to bring in Testing Day snacks which run the course of multiple days. The QR code will bring you directly to the signup. Thank you, again!Â
Parent Portal
Parent Portal
Parents, remember you can access parent portal to review students' attendance and grades. Access the portal here
For PowerSchool questions, email: askpowerschool@rhmail.org
Canvas
Canvas
A reminder that Q3 ends this week! Please encourage students to finish strong and review any missing assignments.Â
Parents, you can observe your students to monitor student assignments and grades, as well as to receive important announcements from your child's team. If you already have an account, nothing has changed. If you need to login or set up an account, access canvas here. To see directions for setting up a Parent Observer Account, see the directions here. For pairing code, please contact your child's team teachers or Mrs. Rainey at AMRainey@rhmail.org
It's Almost Testing Time!
Make note of these important testing dates to help get our students prepared!
Students will be focusing on fostering wellness! 6th-Learners will be able to generate ideas to decrease toxic stress, including asking for help and practicing self regulation strategies. 7th Learners will be able to describe what it means to empower others and practice strategies for empowerment.8th- Learners will be able to describe the value of caring for their minds and bodies and will develop a plan to practice healthy habits.
THE DEAN'S LIST
THE DEAN'S LIST
Leadership is Everywhere
Leadership is Everywhere
We notice everyone,Â
are kind to everyone,Â
make room for everyone,Â
root for everyone
 and empathize with everyone.
Leading Ladies @ the Creek did a wonderful job hosting it's first LLC Lock-In! Lot's of food and fun was enjoyed by all. These ladies are learning and growing.
Career Exploration
Career Exploration
Thank you to Dr. Chacon and Dr. Woodfill of Winthrop University's Archeology and Anthropology department for sharing with our 6th and 7th Grade Social Studies students. They had a wonderful time and are looking forward to even more opportunities.
March's Great Gators
March's Great Gators
Kind
Here
In Control
Respectful
Prepared
Up Next!Â
Up Next!Â
The Gator Student Lighthouse Team will host its first leadership day.Â
Look for more details in the upcoming week.
Organizational Structures and Processes
Gator Nation PSAs!
Organizational Structures and Processes
Gator Nation PSAs!
As a National School to Watch, we understand the importance of quality Organizational Structures and Processes!
April Celebrations and Recognitions
April Celebrations and Recognitions
Daily holidays and observances in April 2025
Daily holidays and observances in April 2025
April 1
April 1
April Fools’ Day
Library Snapshot Day
National Fun Day
Reading is Funny Day
April 2
April 2
Children’s Picture Book Day
International Children’s Book Day
National Peanut Butter and Jelly Day
National Walking Day
Paraprofessional Appreciation Day
World Autism Awareness Day
April 4
April 4
National School Librarian Day
April 5
April 5
National Love Our Children Day
April 6
April 6
National Student Athlete Day
April 7
April 7
Metric System Day
World Health Day
April 8
April 8
National Library Workers Day
April 9
April 9
Education and Sharing Day
National Library Outreach Day
April 10
April 10
National Encourage a Young Writer Day
National Erase Self-Negativity Day
National Siblings Day
April 11
April 11
National Pet Day
World Parkinson’s Day
April 12
April 12
National Only Child Day
April 13
April 13
International Plant Appreciation Day
National Silly Earring Day
April 14
April 14
National Donate A Book Day
National Gardening Day
April 15
April 15
Jackie Robinson Day
National Anime Day
National ASL Day
Universal Day of Culture
World Art Day
GNP Day: Mr. Moton's Birthday 😉
April 16
April 16
Foursquare Day
National Librarian Day
April 17
April 17
Celebrate Teen Literature Day
International Haiku Poetry Day
National D.A.R.E. Day
National High Five Day
National Kickball Day
April 18
April 18
Adult Autism Awareness Day
International Day for Monuments and Sites
National Exercise Day
April 19
April 19
Bicycle Day
Husband Appreciation Day
National Dog Parent Appreciation Day
Poetry & The Creative Mind Day
April 20
April 20
National Look-Alike Day
Volunteer Recognition Day
April 21
April 21
Big Word Day
Keep Off the Grass Day
National Kindergarten Day
World Creativity and Innovation Day
April 22
April 22
April Showers Day
Earth Day
National Baseball Day
School Bus Driver Appreciation Day
April 23
April 23
English Language Day
International Creator Day
National Administrative Professionals Day
National Talk Like Shakespeare Day
Spanish Language Day
World Book and Copyright Day
April 24
April 24
Action Day for Tolerance and Respect Between People
National Bucket List Day
National Teach Children to Save Day
April 25
April 25
Arbor Day
DNA Day
National Historic Marker Day
World Women’s Wellness Day
April 26
April 26
Get Organized Day
International Sculpture Day
National Day of Puppetry
National Kids and Pets Day
National No Makeup Day
World Healing Day
April 27
April 27
Autism Super Mom Day
Morse Code Day
National Gummi Bear Day
National Pet Parents Day
April 28
April 28
Clean Comedy Day
Global Pay It Forward Day
Great Poetry Reading Day
National Superhero Day
Occupational Safety & Health Day
April 29
April 29
International Dance Day
April 30
April 30
Hairstyle Appreciation Day
Healthy Kids Day
Honesty Day
International Jazz Day
Military Brats Day
National Adopt A Shelter Pet Day
National Animal Advocacy Day
National Animal Therapy Day
 Weekly observances in April 2025
 Weekly observances in April 2025
American Crossword Puzzles Week (March 31 through April 6)
Golden Rule Week (April 1 through April 7)
Laugh at Work Week (April 1 through April 7)
National Library Week (April 6 through April 12)
Parkinson's Awareness Week (April 10 through April 16)
Administrative Professionals Week (April 20 through April 26)
Every Kid Healthy Week. (April 21 through April 25)
National MS Awareness Week (April 21 through April 27)
Animal Cruelty Awareness Week (April 21 through April 27)
Allergy Awareness Week (April 21 through April 27)
Monthly observances in April 2025
Monthly observances in April 2025
Alcohol Awareness Month
Autism Awareness Month
Canine Fitness Month
Celebrate Diversity Month
Counseling Awareness Month
Dog Appreciation Month
Esophageal Cancer Awareness Month
Filipino Food Month
Financial Literacy Month
Global Astronomy Month
International Guitar Month
Jazz Appreciation Month
Mathematics Awareness Month
Move More Month
National Child Abuse Prevention Month
National Donate Life Awareness Month
National Financial Literacy Month
National Garden Month
National Inventors Month
National Month of Hope
National Minority Health Month
National Pickleball Month
National Poetry Month
National Stress Awareness Month
National Volunteer Month
National Youth Sports Safety Month
Parkinson's Awareness Month
School Library Month
Stress Awareness Month
DCMS Choir!
DCMS Choir!
Paint the Rock!
Paint the Rock!
Media Center
Media Center
Counselor's Corner
Counselor's Corner
8th Grade Families
Did you miss the 8th Grade Finale Year-End-Events Presentation? Click here to review the presentation"
Farewell to 8th Grade
We would like to feature our 8th grade students throughout the rest of the semester. If you would like to send in a baby picture and current picture of your 8th grader with a special message, we will feature them on the tv's throughout the building for the rest of the year. Click the link below to send in your submission. The last day to send in information will be Friday, April 11th.Â
8th Grade Celebrations: Party & Picnic
On Friday, May 16th we will have our 8th grade formal and on Wednesday, May 21st we will have a celebration picnic for students. We will need parents to sign to donate food items, their time, and expertise in a variety of areas. Below is the link for the sign up genius if you would like to help! We appreciate all your support!
Order your OFFICIAL Gator Gear!
Order your OFFICIAL Gator Gear!
When you buy OFFICIAL products from our website, the proceeds will go back to kids! Other shops online do not invest back to us! Visit our website (www.rock-hill.k12.sc.us/DCMS) or directly at DCMS Gator Gear Online!Â
Gator Athletics
The Quest for the District Cup continues!
Gator Athletics
The Quest for the District Cup continues!
"Unbreakable"
📷: Mr. Brian Cope
Spring Sports 2025
Spring Sports 2025
Got questions about DCMS Athletics? Contact co-Athletic Directors Coach Tawander Armstrong! tarmstrong@rhmail.org or Coach Ron Tyson rtyson@rhmail.org!
Calendar of Events
Calendar of Events
Mon, Mar 31
Bel Canto Choral Performance Assessment in West Columbia
Softball at Clover (5 pm)
Tue, Apr 1
Track home vs Rawlinson Road and Clover (5 pm)
Wed, Apr 2
Softball at Indian Land (5 pm)
Thurs, Apr 3
Track at Oakridge vs Saluda Trail and Oakridge (5 pm)
Fri, Apr 4
Flag Football vs Castle Heights (5:30 pm at Pleasant Knoll Middle)
Flag Football vs Oakridge (6:15 pm at Pleasant Knoll Middle)
Mon, Apr 7
Softball home vs Sullivan (5 pm)
Tue, Apr 8
MAP (ELA)
Kona Ice on sale during lunches
Track City Meet at Rawlinson Road (5 pm)
Thurs, Apr 10
MAP (Math)
Fri, Apr 11
8th Grade Trip to Carowinds
Area Eleven Special Olympics
Mon, Apr 14
Softball Make-up Game if needed (5 pm)
Tue, Apr 15
Student Lighthouse, Leadership Day
Track Conference Meet at Dutchman Creek (5 pm)
**POSSIBLE** Softball Conference Tournament Quarterfinal vs Sullivan, depending on seeding (5 pm)
Tue, Apr 16
Softball Conference Tournament Quarterfinals hosted by the Higher Seeds (5 pm)
Wed, Apr 17
Chorus in the Auditorium
Spring Choir Concert (6 pm)
Fri, Apr 18
Flag Football vs Forest Creek (5:30 pm at Clover Stadium)
Flag Football vs Gold Hill (7 pm at Clover Stadium)
Mon, Apr 21
SPRING BREAK through Friday, April 26
Mon, Apr 28
6th Grade Whitewater Center Field Trip 1
Tue, Apr 29
6th Grade Whitewater Center Field Trip 2
Wed, Apr 30
SCReady ELA (TDW)
Orchestra in the Auditorium
Thurs, May 1
Orchestra in the Auditorium
Orchestra Concert (7 pm)
Fri, May 2
Student Assemblies
Careers Field Trip to Carowinds for Engineering Day
Flag Football vs Clover (6:15 pm at South Pointe Stadium)
Flag Football vs Banks Trail (7:45 pm at South Pointe Stadium)
Sat, May 3
Softball Conference Tournament Semifinals and Finals at York (Times TBA)
Mon, May 5
Band in the Auditorium
Tues, May 6
Band in the Auditorium
Band Concert (7 pm)
Wed, May 7
SCReady ELA (A)
Thurs, May 8
SCReady ELA (B)
Fri, May 9
8th Grade Trip to Great Wolf Lodge
Tues, May 13
SCReady Math
Kona Ice on sale during lunches
Thurs, May 15
SCPASS Science
Algebra 1 EOC
Fri, May 16
High School Seniors Grad Walks (11 am)
8th Grade Formal (6 pm)
Tues, May 20
8th Grade Awards Program (10 am)
Wed, May 21
8th Grade Cookout
8:45 am 7-3 Award Program
10:00 am 7-2 Award Program
1:20 pm 7-1 Award Program
Thurs, May 22
Early Release Day for Students (11:45 am dismissal
Fri, May 23
LAST DAY of SCHOOL FOR STUDENTS
Early Release Day for Students (11:45 am dismissal
Gator Vision: Behind the Lens!
Gator Vision: Behind the Lens!
Images from Week 31
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