Huge shout-out to our amazing PE team for making Fitness Friday the highlight of every week! 🏃‍♀️🎉 Their creativity, energy, and fresh ideas keep our students moving, laughing, and loving fitness.
about 10 hours ago, Kelli Full
students playing air hocky in fitness friday
student doing a back bend under the limbo stick in fitness friday
students using scooters to pull each other around the gym
students hulahooping in fitness friday
A message from Dixon PTO...

Fundraiser orders and money are due tomorrow...Monday. October 20th.
1 day ago, Amy Scott
fundraiser
Behind every thriving school team is a principal who leads with vision and heart. During National Principals Month, let's recognize the leaders who make collaboration possible and success achievable! #BePurple
2 days ago, Dixon Public Schools
building principals
We're celebrating our efforts toward our quarterly commitment of Respect tomorrow. Come dressed in your favorite Fall gear!
5 days ago, Kelli Full
Fall celebration flyer... Help us celebrate our first quarter commitment of respect Come to school dressed in your favorte fall gear ... football, flannel, fall colors!
Attention DPS Families! The main phone lines are back up and running.
5 days ago, Dixon Public Schools
phone up graphic
Sharing information from our friends at the Dixon Family YMCA
5 days ago, Dixon Public Schools
halloween party graphic
Attention DPS Families! The main phone lines are currently down at our buildings. Please use the following back-up numbers if you need to call-in to the schools:

District Office: 815-284-7722
Dixon High School: 815-284-7723
Jefferson School: 815-284-7724
Reagan Middle School: 815-284-7725
Washington School: 815-284-7727

If you need to contact Madison School, please call the Reagan phone number and they can transfer you. Thank you for your patience with this.
5 days ago, Dixon Public Schools
phones down
It's almost time for skating in PE! Check out our flyer for more information on permission slips and fees.
7 days ago, Kelli Full
Skating is coming in Pe class beginning on 12/1. The fee is 20 dollars and your permission slip is due on 11/7.
There is no school on Monday, October 13th, 2025
11 days ago, Dixon Public Schools
Columbus Day graphic
Attention DPS Families! There is no school tomorrow.
12 days ago, Dixon Public Schools
Institute Day graphic
🚒 A huge thank you to the Dixon Fire Department for visiting Jefferson and teaching our students all about fire safety! Our kids even got a close-up look at the gear our firefighters use to keep our community safe! We’re so grateful for our local heroes who help keep us safe and make learning fun! ❤️
12 days ago, Kelli Full
3rd graders get an up close look at fire gear
Firefighters explaining to students about fire department gear
Fire fighters allow students to check out the gear

Parent Survey: We are interested in obtaining information from our parents/guardians related to the PreK-5th grade Holiday Classroom Parties. This survey only takes a few minutes and will help buildings create plans for future Holiday Classroom Parties. Computers will be available in buildings on Thursday & Friday during conferences to complete the survey. The survey will close at 5 pm on Wednesday, October 15th.

13 days ago, Margo Empen
Parent Survey on Holiday Parties for PreK-Grade 5
Izabelle and Mya at Dixon Rotary today! #DixonRotary #DHS SuperStudents
15 days ago, Margo Empen
Isabelle and Mya were DHS Student Representatives at Rotary today. #DixonRotary #DHSstrong
Reminder: Wednesday, October 8th is a Half Day
15 days ago, Dixon Public Schools
Half Day graphic
Throughout the month of October, DPS Elementary Schools are hosting the United Way - Kids Helping Kids Coin Drive, and we need YOU to help make a difference! The class at each elementary school that collects the most money will win a sweet treat: delicious Culver's custard!

Every coin counts, and all funds raised will support organizations in our own community, including Dixon Public Schools. Let’s come together, spread the word, and get those containers filled!
15 days ago, Dixon Public Schools
coin drive graphic with piggy bank and coins
Sign up for the Scarecrow Festival's Pumpkin Derby by Friday, October 17th at noon!
https://www.discoverdixon.com/events/scarecrow-festival/
17 days ago, Dixon Public Schools
pumpkin derby flyer
Reminder: The Community Engagement Committee of Dixon Public Schools is tasked with engaging the community for the betterment of our students and families. We have previously done outreach regarding the school start times, mental health, and attendance. As a committee, we know that parenting is hard. As we continue this community outreach, we would like to hear from our community about topics that are important to you or your child(ren). Please complete the brief, 2-question survey found through the link below to assist the committee in its focus for the 2025-2026 school year. Thank you for your time.
https://forms.office.com/r/tyezsGy2SC
17 days ago, Dixon Public Schools
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Spotlight time! 🌟 These amazing 2nd & 3rd grade P.U.R.P.L.E. students are shining bright with kindness, hard work, and school spirit. We’re so proud of you—keep leading the way! 💜👏
17 days ago, Kelli Full
3rd grade positive office referral recipients and there certificates
third grade positive office referral recipient
third grade positive office referral recipients
third grade positive office referral recipients
2nd grade positive office referral recipients and there certificates
2nd grade positive office referral recipients and there certificates
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With Dixon pride, they lead the way, doing what's right every single day. They think ahead, they think anew, finding the best for students too! Supportive, kind, a teammate true, flexible, strong in all they do. With open hearts and minds that shine - the Spirit of DPS 170, by design! Way to go, Ms. Insley and Mrs. Kingham!
18 days ago, Kelli Full
Ms. Insley and her spirit stick
Mrs. Kingham and her spirit stick and certificate
Homecoming hype started early! 🎉The Varsity Dixon Dukes stopped by to high-five our elementary students and kick off the weekend. Our kids were SO proud to cheer them on and wish them luck in tonight’s game—and the team brought the energy right back!Go DUKES! 🏈
18 days ago, Kelli Full
Our Dukes high five our elementary students on their way into the building this morning
Our Dukes high five our elementary students on their way into the building this morning
Our Dukes high five our elementary students on their way into the building this morning
Our Dukes high five our elementary students on their way into the building this morning
Our Dukes high five our elementary students on their way into the building this morning
Our Dukes high five our elementary students on their way into the building this morning