ALL DEER CREEK SCHOOL DISTRICT WEBSITES WILL BE UNAVAILABLE FOR THE MONTH OF JUNE AS WE PREPARE TO GET A NEW LOOK!
Here's The Scoop!
Important Message to Students for the Last Week of School:
Parents--I have directed teachers to read this message to homeroom classes on Monday. I don't want any students to potentially face a consequence that carries into the next school year. Some of our students struggle with self-control during the last week of school. Please talk to your child about this message:
Students---The last week of school is finally here. We want this week to be relaxed and fun at DCMS so that we can all start our summer break feeling good about this school year. Instead of final exams, later this week we are asking for your help by assisting in moving your teachers into their new classrooms. It's going to be a fun week. However, please don't let the excitement of the approaching summer break influence you to make poor behavior choices this week. We will have no tolerance for negative behaviors. We would hate for you to end your school year under a suspension. Keep in mind that certain behaviors require a certain number of days of suspension according to district policies, and if your suspension is not concluded by the end of the week, this means that it will carry over into August. We don't want any surprises for our students, so we are educating you on this now. It would be pretty embarrassing to not be able to join your classmates in August either here at DCMS or at the high school because you are still suspended for something you did in May. We do not want that for our students. We want your 8th grade year and your freshman year to start with a clean record, so please keep this in mind this week. Think before you act. Let's remember the Antler Way and make good choices! Thank you!
Congratulations to our May Students of the Month!
Shout-Out to Youth and Government!
Congratulations to the Youth and Government Model United Nation Team who saved the world in a simulation in Moore last Saturday! Way to go! We are very proud of our entire delegation!
Yearbook Distribution/Sales:
All pre-ordered yearbooks will be distributed Tuesday during all 3 lunches. Any extra yearbooks will be sold on a first-come, first served basis beginning Thursday morning at 6:45am by the waterfall for $60. Please talk with your child and help us by reminding students about proper yearbook signing etiquette. Any student that defaces another’s yearbook with inappropriate sayings or photos will be held fully responsible for purchasing a replacement book. Our yearbook is a 100% student production, and we are very proud of our Yearbook Crew's hard work this year! Please keep in mind that no school yearbook is ever perfect, and we apologize for any mistakes. We hope you enjoy our 2017-2018 DCMS Yearbook!
DCMS Volleyball:
Interested in playing volleyball at the middle school next year? If so, come to the parent meeting, which will be held in the DCMS Main Gym on Monday, May 21st @6:30pm. Contact Coach Johnson with any questions: katiejohnson@dcsok.org
Medications:
Please pick up your child's medications before Friday, May 25th from our DCMS Clinic. Any remaining medications after May 25th will be destroyed.
2018-2019 School Supplies:
7th grade families: Don't forget to order your DCMS School Supply Packs for next year! Orders can be dropped off in our main office or ordered online. See attached form.
Student Planners:
7th grade families: Don't forget to order your DCMS Student Planners for next year! Orders can be dropped off in our main office. See attached form.
DCMS PTO Officers Needed!
We are hoping you will consider joining our DCMS PTO for 2018-2019! It takes a village, especially during the middle school years, and we need your help. We have all PTO offices open. Please contact Christy Gwartney at christygwartney@cox.net to volunteer and/or ask questions. Thank you!
Moving to New Classrooms for Finals Week!
It has been a hectic (and sometimes loud) year at school this year, and our kids have handled it beautifully! Being literally "under" construction quickly became our new norm, and we are so proud of our hardworking staff and our flexible students that helped this year run smoothly despite the craziness! As a reward, we are finishing the year with final projects and assignments and not giving final exams. Also, at various times during the last week of school, we will ask students to help us move their teachers into new classrooms! We truly appreciate their assistance as we work together to enjoy our newly expanded school! (Students will not be moving any heavy items.)
Child Nutrition Note: Negative Balances
Negative cafeteria balances must be paid prior to receiving class schedules in August at DCMS or DCHS. Please pay your cafeteria bill by May 25th to avoid a delay in your child's enrollment for 2018-2019.
PreAP (Honors) Freshman Summer Assignment:
Current 8th graders enrolled in PreAP English I for your upcoming freshman year need to complete the attached summer reading project by the 1st day of school in August.
PreAP (Honors) 8th Grade Summer Assignment:
Current 7th graders enrolled in PreAP Lit/Comp for 8th grade need to complete the attached summer reading project by the 1st day of school in August.
Summer Math Tutoring:
See attached flyer for summer math tutoring from DCMS math teacher, Robyn Souter. Ms. Souter offers tutoring in a wide range of math levels from elementary through college. (see attached flyer) robynsouter@dcsok.org
Summer Algebra Camp:
For students taking Algebra I in the fall that are interested in brushing up on skills before school starts, see attached Algebra Camp flyer.
DC Global Education Program:
The DC Global Education Program Tour to Berlin/Prague/Krakow/Budapest in June of 2019 will be such an amazing trip! The participants will experience the iconic sites of these four cities, including the memorial at Auschwitz-Birkenau! One of the best ways to gain specific information about the itinerary, cost, and all that the tour includes is to click on our tour link: www.eftours.com/2084271UF
You will actually be able to enroll on this tour directly from this link. It will be better to enroll sooner than later. There are 20 student slots available on our tour. Parents are welcome to join us on our tour; however, on the tour we will be walking sometimes up to 5 miles without stopping or sitting down, so please keep this in mind if you have any health issues. The enrollment deadline is May 25 for the current price point. If you are interested in traveling with us or have any other questions, please do not hesitate to contact Mrs. Crawford lauracrawford@dcsok.org or Mrs. Michael erinmichael@dcsok.org for more information.
Athletics Physicals and Paperwork:
Physicals are required for all student-athletes at Deer Creek Public Schools and must be updated every year. Physicals for the 2018-19 school year must be dated May 1st, 2018, or later to be accepted. Parents will also need to fill out digital forms online, by going to: https://www.rankonesport.com/content/
Physical Form: https://deercreekpublic.rankonesport.com/Images/Logos/OSSAAPhysicalForm2017.pdf
See attached Rank One directions.
Questions regarding Athletics: George Meiwes georgemeiwes@dcsok.org
DCMS Cross Country:
There will be one final cross country evaluation on August 6 for anyone that missed the evaluations May 8 and May 10. A cross country evaluation is mandatory in order to be on the team. Please make sure you sign up for the Cross Country Remind. The time for that evaluation will be posted on Remind at the end of July. The date, time, and location for the parent meeting will also be posted on Remind. To get connected to the Cross Country Remind, you can text @dcmsrunner to 81010. Please contact Coach McMullin (kristimcmullin@dcsok.org) if you have questions.
DCHS Baseball Camps:
Deer Creek Baseball Summer Camp (Individual player): Sign up here
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1Lj6JbM5c3Xy5ylE4B9q6vM7iLJqPRo2VWltLuuGGOQI/edit
Deer Creek Baseball Summer TEAM Camp (space limited): Sign up here
http://www.signupgenius.com/go/20f0d4ca5a62ba4fa7-summer
Questions: Coach Holman jpholman@dcsok.org
DCHS Volleyball:
Any 8th graders interested in trying out for DCHS Volleyball see attached info. Also, the DCVB summer camp will be May 30-June 1st held at the PACC. Form in email. We are looking forward to another great year of Deer Creek Volleyball. Go Creek!
Lisa Polcovich, Deer Creek VB Head Coach
DCHS Girls Basketball Camp:
Deer Creek HS: Girls Basketball Jr. High Basketball Camp--flyer attached
Ages: Entering Grades 6th-9th for 2018-2019 School Year
When: June 13th - June 15th
Time: 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Location: PAAC (HS Campus)
Cost: $90
Contact: Alex Moorehead Head Girls Basketball Coach, alexmoorehead@dcsok.org
Google Link:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScyNJd1uG1Vqb_1mMV4m07vxgYDVGnCSBiRqwATSPth39_kbA/viewform?usp=sf_link
DCHS Boys Basketball Camp:
See attached flyer for the DCHS Boys b'ball camp...
DCHS Softball Camp:
Deer Creek Softball Camp
June 4 - 6
For players going into K-9 next fall
Open to players from all school districts
Online registrations ONLY
https://goo.gl/forms/1YIcJavsNerBsI3A3
Antler Alerts:
If you would like to receive text message reminders from DCMS this school year, please sign-up for our Antler Alerts! Text to this number: 81010 Enter this text message: @msantlers