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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 last week! We closed out March well and began the month of April with great promise! With Spring Break is in sight, it can be tempting to look too far ahead, which takes our focus off of the things in front of us. What is clearly in front of us can easily be overlooked, causing us to stumble and even fall. It is imperative that we keep our eyes trained on each obstacle directly in front of us to ensure an easier path to our final destination!
A special shout-out to those of you who provided valuable feedback by way of the state School Climate Survey! A whooping 98.6% of our students completed the survey, giving us great confidence in the data outcomes. As promised the grade level with the highest participation rate earned an additional dress down day. Congratulations to the 7th graders, who barely beat the 6th graders with 97.8% participation to their 97.1% participation! Your dress down day will be determined soon and announced later this week!
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 the DCMS Bel Canto Choir!
CONGRATULATIONS to the DCMS Bel Canto Choir!
Congratulations to Mrs. Galvis and the DCMS Bel Canto Choir for earning the highest rating of SUPERIOR at the 2025 Concert Performance Assessment in Columbia, SC!
BelCanto2.MP4BelCanto1.MP4CONGRATULATIONS to Mr. Johnson and Mr. Sanders!
CONGRATULATIONS to Mr. Johnson and Mr. Sanders!
The Foundation for Rock Hill Schools FULLY funded both grants submitted by Mr. Sanders and Mr. Johnson!
CONGRATULATIONS to Mr. Robinson!
CONGRATULATIONS to Mr. Robinson!
Mr. Robinson was recognized by the Attendance Train of Rock Hill Schools for his dedication to the Dutchman Creek school community!
Authentic 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
Quarter 4 is here, and we all know the right 4th quarter can change the outcome of the whole game!
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 actively contributing! 6th-Learners will be able to identify the communities to which they belong, identify the needs of their class or school community, and create plan to take action. 7th- Learners will be able to make a plan to achieve the daily Private Victory on a daily basis and reflect on the impact of following their plan.8th- Learners will be able to use Habits 1, 2, and 3 to create a plan to pursue a career of interest.
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.
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
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.
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!
🚨NEW for 2025-26: PIANO!🎹
🚨NEW for 2025-26: PIANO!🎹
bajocero san marcos at The Creek!
bajocero san marcos at The Creek!
Paint the Rock!
Paint the Rock!
DCMS Choir
DCMS Choir
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!
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, Apr 7
Softball home vs Sullivan (5 pm) Postponed to Thursday due to expected rain
Tue, Apr 8
MAP (ELA)
Kona Ice on sale during lunches
Track City Meet at Rawlinson Road (5 pm)
Thurs, Apr 10
MAP (Math)
Softball home vs Sullivan (5 pm)
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 hosted by 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 32
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