This Week at Dutchman Creek!

Week of 8/26/2024

Twinnin'!

From the Desk of Principal Moton

Dear parents, students, and school community:

We have a little over two weeks under our belts as a school. This week, we will engage in the first in a series of assessments to monitor our current levels to aid us in planning our instruction for all students. Beginning Monday, students will take the Measures of Academic Progress in English Language Arts and Math. It is important that we know where we are to determine how best to get to where we need to be. Students are encouraged to relax and do their best. Also, Friday is an early-release day for students. School ends at 11:45 am. Our first school day next week will be Tuesday, Sept 3 after Labor Day.

Continue to engage us if you have any questions, concerns, or needs! Let's have a great week at The Creek! GO 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!

Good Samaritans at The Creek!

When a helping hand or two are needed, Gator Nation is always there! Mr. Ronnie and Mr. Bobby came to Dr. Bacote's rescue who had a bad tire shortly after Mr. Kostecki, Mr. Robinson, Mr. Fields, and Mr. Moton helped a parent in a similar situation earlier the same day! Gators care!

Great minds think alike!

Evidence of Engagement is Everywhere!

Leadership on display early!

Mrs. Funderburk had her first Leader in Me session led by a student! Great job, David!

Student agency!

Mr. J's class uses the jigsaw method to encourage collaboration among his students!

Student Engagement!

7th grade students in Mrs. Funderburk's class engage in a Rocket Launch activity!

Our students are working hard to incorporate the habits on a daily basis. This week they will focus on Thinking about Thinking and Growth Mindset as they pertain to Habit 1: Be Proactive.

Learning Standards: Learners will be able to assess the impact of a growth mindset on their personal and academic success and will practice encouraging others to have a growth mindset. Learners will be able to explain how growth and fixed mindsets impact results.

Gator Nation PSAs!

Important news and information to note!

Setting up Parent Observer Accounts in Canvas

Hard to believe we are heading into the 3rd full week of the year, but here we are! By now, students are engaged in content and have started to receive grades in core and related arts classes. Our Learning Management System Canvas allows parents to observe students as they navigate through the learning process. If you need to set up a Parent observer account, see the directions below by accessing the link. Your child's teacher or grade level administrator can provide your student(s) pairing code. It is good for one use or expires after seven days. If you have previously set up an account, you will continue to use it her Dutchman Creek!

Parent Observer Account Directions

🚨Season 2 of The Gator Nation Podcast!🚨

The Gator Nation Podcast is BACK for Season 2!

Episode 1 features assistant principal Ms. Lyons!

https://youtu.be/AI5UleBGQaE?feature=shared

ALL EPISODES: Subscribe and share! 👇

~🎥YouTube: https://bit.ly/45ygyET

~🎙️Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3KYVkYy

~🎙️Apple: https://apple.co/45P1RwK

~🎙️Google: https://bit.ly/45sgSoJ
~🎙️Amazon: http://bit.ly/AmzGNP247

StuCo Spirit Night!

Attendance Matters!

The Parent Pit-Stop

Parent Pit-Stop.pptxParent Pit-Stop Dr. Bacote & Mrs. Rainey

Partner with Us

We thank you for your continued support. Click the hyperlink above to connect and provide feedback.

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!

Media Center

8-23-24 Media Center WAAG

ATC Invite!

Athletics

ATTENTION Gator Sports fans:

Got questions about DCMS Athletics? Contact co-Athletic Directors Coach Tawander Armstrong tarmstrong@rhmail.org or Coach Ron Tyson rtyson@rhmail.org!