Greetings Dolphin Families,

 

Quarter 1 Interim date is Monday, August 26: On our scheduled Interim date, parents should view PowerSchool for their child’s current averages in each class.  Parents may request a printed version of their child’s interim to be sent home.  These requests must be emailed to the individual teacher by the scheduled quarter interim date.  Be sure to look at the Q1 average as well as click on that average to see the specific assignments and grades for that class.  To give parents time to access PowerSchool, no changes will be made to PowerSchool August 26-27.  After then, teachers will continue to update and key in grades for the quarter.  If you have any questions or concerns, please reach out to the individual teacher. If there are any parents that still do not have Powerschool access, we strongly encourage you to set this up in order to be able to access your child’s grades and help support them through their academic progress.  

 

Chorus Boosters Fundraiser:  Join the Chorus Boosters at Two Roosters Ice Cream in Wake Forest on Wednesday, 08/28/24 from 2:00 - 9:00 PM. Games and activities kick off at 6 PM. Don’t forget to mention that you’re with DRMS Chorus so a portion of your purchase supports our chorus program. 

 

7th Grade Immunizations Due: All immunization records are due this Friday, 08/30/24. If the school hasn't received by the 30th calendar day from the first day of a child's attendance a record of completed immunization or a physician’s note stating an immunization series is in progress, the principal is required by law to exclude the child from school on the 31st day until such evidence has been presented by the parent or guardian.

 

College Colors Day:  On the Friday, 08/30/24, before Labor Day, National College Colors Day encourages everyone to display their team spirit. Across the United States students, parents, family, fans, and alumni will be wearing their team colors. Be sure you're celebrating by wearing your college team's colors and apparel. Be sure to tweet out your college colors using the hashtag #CollegeColorsDay. We will continue to promote college awareness by celebrating College Colors Day on the last Friday of each month. 

 

Fall Picture Day: We had a great picture day on Friday.  If your child was absent or you are not satisfied with their picture, retakes will be on Friday, October 25th. 

 

Athletic News

 

Fall Sports: Football, Volleyball, Girls' Soccer, and Cheerleading. All fall sports will begin on Tuesday, September 3rd. Tryout dates vary by sport - please make sure to check the athletic bulletin board located just outside of the gymnasium. Tryout dates are also listed on our athletic website.

 

Dragonfly Paperwork: For all student athletes who are interested in trying out for an athletic team here at Durant road middle school for the fall season, all athletic paperwork will be due on Friday, August 30th. This must be turned in prior to try out. If paperwork is not turned in, you will be deemed ineligible for tryouts.

 

Athletic Events Information: In order to attend athletic home events, the ticket entry price is $6. You are able to pay in cash or with card through the GoFan app. If you are a fan who is more than likely to attend multiple home spring games, please see Mr. Esposito about the “Spring Podsquad” membership pass. This is a cheaper option for all home athletic events that can be purchased through our booster club. 

 

Reminder for all student athletes - you will be responsible for a ride home. We do not provide transportation home from practice and/or games. If you are wanting to learn more information on the specific sports, please visit our athletics website.

 

Behavior Intervention Monitoring Assessment System-2 or BIMAS-2: We have been fortunate to be among the schools chosen to participate in the district’s Social, Emotional (SEL) Behavior Universal Screener. This is an excellent opportunity for our students and staff! To phase in the program, we will screen all students in grades 6th-8th in the coming weeks. 

 

What is the SEL Behavior Universal Screener?

We’ll use the Behavior Intervention Monitoring Assessment System-2 or BIMAS-2 (pronounced BYE-mahs). This research-based screening tool will help identify students who are at risk of future academic, behavioral, or emotional difficulties. Just like some students benefit from additional academic support and interventions, we know some students would benefit from additional support to strengthen their behavioral, social, and emotional skills. The data generated from this screener will also help us determine district and school-wide programs, interventions, and staff training needs.

 

• Week of September 3, 2024 - Teachers distribute letters and opt-out forms with students
• Friday, September 6, 2024 - Deadline for students to return opt-out forms. 
• Monday, September 16th- Monday, September 23rd, 2024- Screening window.

 

Changes to Bus Routes: Bus routes for traditional calendar schools are now posted. This will affect pick-up and drop-off times for some year-round and modified calendar students. Families of all registered bus riders received updated route information in an email on Friday. Please review the email to determine if your bus pick off or drop of time was changed.

 

Join the PTA: We are excited to announce that we are in the process of rebuilding our PTA and are actively seeking dedicated parents and community members to step into leadership roles. Are you interested in serving as a PTA officer for the 2024-25 school year?  We are currently seeking nominations for ALL officer positions (President, Vice President, Treasurer, Secretary).  You can nominate yourself or someone else here. The deadline for nominations is Friday, August 30th.  If you are passionate about making a difference and want to be part of our school's success, please consider joining the PTA. Your involvement will play a crucial role in enriching the educational experience of all our students. 

 

NC State Fair Tools For Schools Program - $$ For Your School: Are you planning to attend the NC State Fair this year? For every Adult FastTrack Gate Admission Ticket purchased using a school code (399), the State Fair will donate $2 to the school. For every Child FastTrack Gate Admission Ticket purchased using a school code, the State Fair will donate $1 to the school. Online Advance Sale Only now through October 12. Purchase your tickets here. Enter Membership ID 399 for Durant Road MS.

 

Have a great week!

 

Dr. Curtis M. Brower

Principal

 

Reminders:

• Labor Day, No School - 09/02/24
• Fall Athletics Begin - 09/03/24
• Fall Athletics Picture Day - 09/23/24
• Spirit Week - 09/23/24
• Quarter 1 Ends - 09/27/24
• College Colors Day - 09/27/24
• Track Out - 09/30/24 - 10/18/24
• Quarter 2 Begins - 10/21/24
• Picture Retakes - 10/25/24