Friday, we celebrating Kindness in our school. Students selected by their teacher were announced over the intercom, provided a certificate, and invited to the cafeteria for donuts with Mrs. Full and Mrs. Krager. It was a wonderful morning and we're so proud of these kind kiddos!
Happy Teacher Appreciation week to the AMAZING people that support our students each and every day! Thank you to Melissa and Casey's on 4th street for helping us celebrate! Your donations and time are greatly appreciated!
Dixon Public Schools is pleased to announce the 2024-2025 Employees of the Year. Mrs. Jordan Miller and Mrs. Katherine Leslie from Washington School. Many deserving employees were nominated, and we thank everyone who took the time to enter a deserving teacher or support staff. Mrs. Miller and Mrs. Leslie will be honored at the May 21, 2025, Board of Education Meeting. Congratulations Jordan and Katherine!
Our Positive Office Referral recipients from Friday. Great job, P.U.R.P.L.E. students!!
Last week, 2nd and 3rd grade students were able to share all they've learned with their families during music class. Students danced, played ukuleles, boomwhackers, and various percussion instruments, and enjoyed performing! Thank you to Mrs. Shirley for making this day so special for our students!
Mrs. Ganze was also celebrated this week as part of our "Toot Your Own Horn" recognition. Thank you for all you do!
Attention DPS Families! Registration for the Dixon Public Library's Summer Reading Program starts May 15th. Here is the link for when it goes live https://dixonpubliclibrary.org/event/summer-reading-program-registration-begins/
Today, on National School Principals Day, we take a moment to recognize and celebrate the incredible dedication, leadership, and heart our principals bring to our schools every single day. Thank you to: (Left to Right)
⭐ Jared Shaner, Dixon High School
⭐ Matt Magnafici, Reagan Middle School
⭐ Joey Sagel, Madison Elementary School
⭐ Crystal Thorpe, Jefferson Elementary School
⭐ Kellie Glenn, Washington Elementary School
⭐ Janine Huffman, Thomas J. Dempsey Day School
We are truly grateful for all you’ve done — and all you continue to do — for our students, staff, and families! #BePurple
Attention DPS Families! Registration is open for the 25-26 school year! Please follow the steps in the attached letter to get started. You can also visit dps170.org here and click 25-26 Online Registration.
Last week, Grandma Rena celebrated her birthday in the Title room! She helped students with reading and enjoyed the day. Our students always look forward to working with Grandma Rena!
A Message from Dixon PTO...
Jefferson students LOVE Fitness Fun Day activities! Here are some action shots from last week. We appreciate the creative ideas from our PE teachers!
It was Mrs. Schultz's turn to "Toot Her Own Horn"! Thank you, Ms. Schultz, for all you do! Stay tuned for one more celebration tomorrow!
Attention DPS Families! SMILE Illinois is coming to your student's school building with some additional dates! Please see below for the new schedule and add it to your calendars.
The Scholastic Book Fair is next week! It starts Monday, May 5th - May 9th. For every book they purchase, kids can choose another book for FREE! Start exploring together: https://www.scholastic.com/bf/jeffersonelementaryschool87
#ScholasticBookFairs
Reminder: Help the PTO stock the lounge with snacks for Teacher Appreciation Week! Sign up at the link below and send in your items to your school office by Tuesday, May 6th. Thanks!
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C084BAEAE2CA3F5CF8-56459314-jefferson
Our P.U.R.P.L.E. students this week! We are very proud!
Dixon Public Schools held their 2024-2025 Retirement Dinner on Thursday, April 24. Those being honored include Keely Dewey, Jon Empen, Dianne Frye, Dina Frye, Jenny Kirchner, Laura Sward, and Suzanne Weaver. Not pictured: DeeDee Cibu, Laurie Meyer, and Barb Wiese.
A message from Dixon PTO:
Washington https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C084BAEAE2CA3F5CF8-56458336-washington
Jefferson https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C084BAEAE2CA3F5CF8-56459314-jefferson
Madison https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C084BAEAE2CA3F5CF8-56459422-madison
Reagan https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C084BAEAE2CA3F5CF8-56459601-reagan
Dempsey https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C084BAEAE2CA3F5CF8-56459693-dempsey
Happy Administrative Professionals Day! Your attention to detail, ability to adapt, and dedication to excellence is truly a foundation of our success throughout the district. Thank you for all that you do. We appreciate your hard work not just today, but every day. #BePurple
