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ParaProfessional-Teacher Assistant-DCMS
The Decatur County School System is seeking applications for a Paraprofessional (Teacher Assistant) position at Decatur County Middle School.
- Applicants must be 21 years old and have a high school diploma or GED. Prior to employment, the applicant selected must verify 2 years of college or pass the Parapro Assessment.
- Applicants must also successfully pass a TBI Fingerprint Background check as well as a physical by a Licensed Physician.
- Applications may be picked up at the Board of Education Office or downloaded from www.decaturcountyschools.com under the Employment tab, Noncertified Application, and sent to Hugh Smith, Human Resources Supervisor, at Decatur County Board of Education, P.O. Box 369, 59 West Main Street, Decaturville, TN 38329 or emailed to: hugh.smith@decaturschools.org.
- The deadline for submitting an application is Wednesday, January 22, 2025.
Decatur County Schools: We’re back at it tomorrow!
School will resume on a regular schedule on Tuesday, January 14th. We look forward to seeing everyone after a wintery wonderland break!
Please note: Decatur County will have school tomorrow using bus driver discretion. Principals will excuse students in areas where buses cannot safely drive.
CLOSING MONDAY, JANUARY 13th Decatur County Schools will be closed on Monday, January 13, 2025, due to potential hazardous conditions. While primary roads are in good condition, lingering snow and the risk of refreezing make secondary roads unsafe for buses and student drivers. “The safety of our students and staff is always our top priority,” said Mr. Chris Villaflor, Director of Schools. Thank you for your understanding as we prioritize safety.
Panther points 1/9/25
PAID sheets for the week of 1/13/25.
REPORT CARD UPDATE:
Decatur County Schedule Updates: January Board of Education Meeting and School Closure
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Due to the potential threat of inclement weather, Decatur County Schools is taking precautionary measures:
- The January Board of Education meeting, originally scheduled for Thursday, January
9th, will now occur on Thursday, January 16th.
- School will be closed on Friday, January 10th due to the forecasted potential for snow.
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Thank you for your understanding as we prioritize the safety of our students, staff, and community.
Stay safe and warm!
Panther points 1/8/25
Decatur County Schools Announcement:
Decatur County Schools will resume normal operations on Wednesday, January 8, including all regularly scheduled after-school programs.
We appreciate your cooperation and look forward to welcoming everyone back.
Decatur County Schools Closure Update:
Decatur County Schools have been working diligently to restore heat; however, one of our schools remains without at this time. As a result, all Decatur County Schools will be closed again on Tuesday, January 7.
We will provide another update tomorrow regarding the progress and any further school closures.
Thank you for your understanding and patience.
Attention Decatur County Schools Community:
Schools will be closed on Monday, January 6th.
Due to a heating malfunction at one of our schools, several classrooms are without adequate heat. Additionally, with high flu and illness rates in our community, all Decatur County Schools, including afterschool programs, will be closed tomorrow, Monday, January 6th.
Please note: All scheduled ballgames will still take place as planned.
We will provide an update tomorrow regarding the heating situation. Thank you for your understanding and support. Stay safe and warm!
The Decatur County Board of Education will have a special called work session at 5:30 pm on Monday, January 6th at the Decatur County Board of Education.
January Breakfast & Lunch Menus for
DES, PES, & DCMS
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We hope you all have wonderful break see you January 3, 2025.
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A message from Ms. Alissa, our band and choir director: the concert scheduled for tonight is postponed until January. We want our music director and students well for our performance.