DCMS — GROWING MORE THAN MINDS

The 2022-23 school year brought a wealth of positive change and growth to DCMS. This year, students saw growth inside and outside of the classroom. During the school day, DCMS made it a mission to create an environment that fostered the development of young minds by offering opportunities and cultivating invaluable experiences. An important part of middle school is finding a place to fit in despite the ever changing world.

In order to make sure that every student connected with something outside of the classroom, DCMS implemented many new club options and increased club time for every student. Clubs ranged from Calligraphy to the Organization. Clubs such as 4H, Interact and FCA had involvement from outside speakers and presenters in order to grow involvement and passion in its members as well as a connection to the community at large.

Students also saw a change in the options for athletics with the addition of a swim team in the winter and track in the spring. Many were able to participate in a school sponsored athletic program for the first time ever, giving them a deeper connection to DCMS and pride for their school. There is truly something to be said for holding a school record.

Because the swim and track teams were in their inaugural year, school records were established and set for others to pursue. To celebrate athletes, a Tiger Walk was held in the Fall where parents, community members, teachers, and all students cheered on the fall sports athletes as they walked through the school in their jerseys. Winter and spring pep rallies took place to recognize those outstanding athletes and bring a greater awareness to the vast opportunities available to all students.

At DCMS understands that education extends far beyond the confines of the classroom and is committed to offering a wide range of opportunities that allow students to explore their passions, develop new skills, and broaden their horizons. None of this growth and development would have been possible without the support of the dedicated teachers, staff, parents, incredible student body, and the Dawson community.