Lottery for Education Afterschool Program
Decatur County Schools is applying for a 21st Century Community Learning Center grant for extended learning to meet the academic needs of at-risk students attending Decatur County Middle School, 2740 US-641, Parsons, TN 38363.
The proposed grant would provide free afterschool services for students in grades 5th through 8th. Anyone needing more information about this proposed program should contact Dr. Amanda Creasy, Program Supervisor, at (731) 847-5914 or amanda.creasy@decaturschools.org.
The application and all documentation are available for public review after submission by request at the Decatur County Schools Board of Education, 59 W Main St, Decaturville, TN 38329.
The 21st Century Community Learning Center grant program provides federal funding for extended learning programs during after-school time. The program provides students with support and opportunities for academic enrichment, youth development, and parental activities and support. These centers also offer various services, programs, and activities. Each is designed to reinforce and complement the regular academic programs, including tutoring, STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics), community involvement, and recreational activities.”
PAID Sheets for the Week of 3/25
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Summer School registration is now open for 2024! Paper forms were sent home today or you can register by clicking the Summer School tab on the Decatur County Schools website! April 2nd is the last day to register!
DCMS TN Ready testing dates- 4/15- 5th-8th ELA1 4/16- 5th-8th ELA 2 & 3 4/17- 5th-8th ELA 4 & Math 1 4/18- 5th-8th Math 2 & 3 4/19- 5th Science 1 & 2 6th-8th Field Test 4/22- 6th-8th Science 1 & 2 4/23- 6th-8th Social Studies 1 & 2
PLEASE, PLEASE if at all possible try to arrange or rearrange any appointments around these dates. If you know that your student will be out one of these days please call the school (731-847-6510)and speak with Mrs. Tina Smith the testing coordinator. Thank You!
5th-8th Grade TN Ready Testing Time Limits and Important Information
DCSS is now hiring a part time aide for the Little Panthers Preschool. See post under employment. Must be 21 years old and able to pass a TBI fingerprint background check. For questions and inquiries, email Dr. Lyndi King at lyndi.king@decaturschools.org. Applications should be submitted by Thursday, March 28th.
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Request for Bids for HVAC System at DES
Youth Council opportunity! For more information, contact Amanda Salas, school counselor, at DCMS
It's almost time for Pre-K Registration! If you have a child that will be 4 on or before August 15th, please make plans to attend the PreK Round Up on Tuesday, March 26th from 3:30-6:30. Please bring official birth certificate, immunization record, proof of residency, and income verification.
We hope everyone had a great Spring Break! Students and staff will be back in school at regular time, tomorrow, March 18th.
PAID Sheets for the Week of 3/18
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Be watching for a form to come home for your child. If interested, please complete and return it to school. For more information, contact Amanda Salas, our school counselor at DCMS.
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Our DCMS Cafeteria Ladies have planned a fabulous week of yummy breakfast options inspired by the Surf's Up theme for National School Breakfast Week! Great job, ladies!
