Decaturville Elementary School

Students aged 10 and younger, mark your calendars! 📆

🎉 Exciting News for Decaturville Elementary! ♻️ . Decaturville Elementary School is proud to announce that it has been awarded a $1,500 grant from the Tennessee Recycling Coalition (TRC) in partnership with Nobody Trashes Tennessee to support its recycling efforts. This grant will provide much-needed recycling bins throughout its campus, furthering its commitment to environmental responsibility and sustainability. Out of 22 applicants, DES was one of only two recipients selected for this prestigious grant, which was open to public and private K-12 schools, municipalities, state parks, government agencies, non-profits, and other organizations across Tennessee. The new recycling bins will directly benefit DES's Environmental Club, helping alleviate some of the club's resource needs while providing students with valuable hands-on learning opportunities. Mrs. Christee Pettigrew, Environmental Club organizer, expressed her excitement, stating: "We are so grateful to have been chosen and to begin a partnership with the Tennessee Recycling Coalition. These bins will be a wonderful learning tool and a fantastic addition to our school." We look forward to seeing this initiative's positive impact on our students and community. Thank you to TRC for their generous support in helping us foster a greener, cleaner future! 🌍💚 #RecyclingMatters #EnvironmentalEducation #ProudToBeDES #SustainabilityInAction

EVERYONE, PLEASE PARTICIPATE! As a part of federal accountability within our school system, we must assess parent attitudes/perceptions about the educational program and facilities available in the Decatur County School System. Please take a few minutes to complete the annual school system survey for each of your children: https://forms.gle/VZR51uakRigy4cYQ8

Does everyone remember how to log in to Parent Vue? Registration is about to begin for next year.

Just a reminder that attendance is vital for social, emotional, and academic growth. Due to weather and sickness we have all missed several unavoidable days. We have approximately 50 days of school left! Let's make each day count!! #attendancematters

March Breakfast & Lunch menus for DCMS / DES / PES

As a part of federal accountability within our school system, we must assess parent attitudes/perceptions about the educational program and facilities available in the Decatur County School System. Please take a few minutes to complete the annual school system survey for each of your children: https://forms.gle/RAdBZNXiEjYRcWH9A

Please take time to fill out the brief survey. This is so that federal programs can compile accurate data to address the system needs of schools. Please fill one out per child. https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1k2UaegVATJuHXA5VwKMEolv9eWSv1npjqN19HdexeKY/edit?usp=sharing

DES Spring and Kindergarten Pictures are Tomorrow! School Name: Decaturville Elementary School Picture Day Date(s): February 26, 2025 Picture Day ID: EVT3JF9PT Order online at www.lifetouch.com.

Decatur County Board of Education Work Sessions: 📅 Monday, February 24th ⏰ 5:30 PM The agenda will include: • Review and discussion of applications for Director of Schools. 📅 Thursday, February 27th ⏰ 5:30 PM The agenda will include: • A closed executive session with Board Attorney Chris Hayden to discuss pending and threatened litigation. • Review and discussion of applications for Director of Schools. . 📅 Monday, March 3rd ⏰ 5:30 PM The agenda will include: • Interview applicants for Director of Schools. . 📅 Tueday, March 25th ⏰ 5:30 PM The agenda will include: • Discuss end-of-year procedures and set timelines

Spring Pictures and Kindergarten Graduation Pictures will be Wednesday, February 26, at DES. Online order forms will be sent home Monday.

❄️ Weather Closure Update ❄️ Due to the significant snowfall and freezing temperatures, Decatur County Schools will be closed on Thursday, February 20th, and Friday, February 21st. We want everyone to stay safe and warm and allow parents time to make necessary arrangements for their children. Thank everyone for your understanding and cooperation. We look forward to seeing everyone back on Monday, February 24th! Stay safe! ⛄️

In light of the forecast, please try to have students picked up by 5:00 from after school today. Thank you!

📢 Weather Closure Announcement ❄️ On Groundhog Day, Punxsutawney Phil saw his shadow, predicting six more weeks of winter—you all hoped he was joking! 🌨️ But with the forecast calling for accumulating snow and extreme cold temperatures, Decatur County Schools will be closed on Wednesday, February 19th. We will provide another update tomorrow regarding conditions and any further closures. Thank you for your understanding and patience. Stay safe and warm! 🧤☃️

If you find Valentine's Day cards on clearance, we can use them for our candy gram school fundraiser next year! Thanks for supporting DES!!

📢 Celebrating Our Amazing SRO Officers! 🚔💙 Decatur County Schools is proud to recognize and honor our incredible School Resource Officers on this School Resource Officer Appreciation Day! 🎉 These dedicated officers go above and beyond every single day to ensure the safety and well-being of our students, staff, and school communities. From building positive relationships with students to providing security and guidance, their impact is truly immeasurable. Today, and every day, we extend our heartfelt gratitude for your commitment, courage, and the care you show to our schools. Your presence brings peace of mind to parents, teachers, and students alike. Thank you for your service, your dedication, and for being such an integral part of our school family! If you see an SRO today, be sure to give them a big thank you! 👏👏👏 #SROAppreciationDay #ThankYouSROs #DecaturCountySchools #SchoolSafety

REMINDER:

Decatur County Board of Education Meeting Thursday, February 13, 2025 Public input begins at 6:00 p.m. and meeting at 6:15 p.m.

Decatur County Board of Education Meeting Thursday, February 13, 2025 Public input begins at 6:00 p.m. and meeting at 6:15 p.m.

In honor of Lucy's (school therapy dog) birthday on Monday, we will be collecting dog food for a local animal shelter! If you'd like to donate, just send a can or bag of dog food to school anytime in the month of February. Thanks!