Greetings Dolphin Families,

National School Resource Officer Awareness Day: As we celebrate National School Resource Officer Appreciation Day on 2/17/25, we extend our gratitude to Deputy Bullock for her dedication to our school community. More than a protector, she is a mentor and role model, fostering trust and safety. From morning greetings to safety drills, Deputy Bullock goes above and beyond to support students and staff. Her efforts strengthen the bond between law enforcement and our school. Deputy Bullock, we are grateful for your service and commitment to making Durant Road Middle School a better place every day!

National FFA Spirit Week: The Durant Road Middle FFA Chapter invites all students and staff to join us in celebrating National FFA Week by participating in our spirit week. Spirit week participants are invited to stop by the tables at the top of their grade level hallway between 7:45 and 8:15 each morning to receive a prize. Check out the flyer and get excited!

• Monday, February 17: "Blue & Gold Day" - Show your FFA spirit by wearing our colors.
• Tuesday, February 18: "Twin Tuesday" - Match with your besties!
• Wednesday, February 19: "Down on the Farm Day" - Bring out your boots, flannels, and overalls! Dress like a farmer or farm animal.
• Thursday, February 20: "FFA in the USA" - Celebrate American agriculture by wearing red, white, & blue!
• Friday, February 21: "Farmer's Day Off" - Wear comfy clothes/pajama pants.

8th Grade Photo: This Friday, 2/21/25, the 8th grade class will take their group photo. The photo will be taken first thing in the morning. Be sure to arrive on school to be included in the group photo. 

Athletics News

Dragonfly paperwork must be completed by 02/20/25 for spring sports. 

Reality of Money: On March 18, we will have a Reality of Money event sponsored by State Employees Credit Union.  This event offers a financial simulation that provides students an opportunity to make financial decisions about paying for housing, transportation, and other monthly expenses as they are "transformed" into young adults with jobs and other responsibilities to manage.  Students are exposed to various financial learning points such as the value of furthering their education, the importance of saving, the limiting effect of bad credit, and "living within their means".  We will need 30 volunteers per session in order to provide this opportunity for our students.  There are no requirements to volunteer.  All volunteers will be provided with all of the training and materials needed.  If you are willing to offer your time for one or both sessions, we would love to have you.  Please review the session times and sign up here.

Have a great week!

Dr. Curtis M. Brower

Principal