SUPERINTENDENT'S CORNER
Dear Dollarway Family,
January 1st marked the beginning of a new year, and with it comes new opportunities and possibilities. Tradition holds that at this time of the year, we make New Year’s Resolutions. I would like to challenge all of us to develop resolutions designed to not only make ourselves better, but also those around us. We are striving to provide the best care and quality education for our students and we appreciate your continual support. There are a number of opportunies this month for you to help support your student and our district. Please pay close attention to our Events Calendar and Academic Calendar for ways you can become involved and other important events, dates, etc. Remember, we can’t do it without you...In closing, towards the end of this newsletter in the Parent & Family Engagement section, take a moment to view a short video and listen to students give feedback on books they have read. Enjoy.
WHAT'S IN THIS EDITION?
TABLE OF CONTENTS: 1. Upcoming Events/Academic Calendar; 2. CAMPUS NEWS: James Matthews Elementary, Robert Morehead Middle School, Dollarway High School; College & Career Readiness 3. OTHER NEWS: Family & Community Engagement; Arkansas Department of Education
GOODBYE january...HELLO FEBRUARY (See Below)
You Are a Wonderful Reminder of All That Makes Life Enjoyable...
GREAT REWARDS & GIFTS
PATH TO A DREAM
Jayden Howard a 1st grade student at James Matthews Elementary in the Dollarway School District had an opportunity to experience the life of a fire fighter during a routine school inspection. Jayden aspires to be a firefighter someday. He was ecstatic to shake the hands of the firemen, take pictures, and sit in the driver’s seat of the fire engine.
James Matthews wants to thank Engineer Matthew Inman, Lieutenant Michael Burnett and Firefighter Anthony Lusk for the deposits made into Jayden Howard’s life. This effort alignswith the mission of the Dollarway School District to Collaborate, Educate, and Graduate the Whole Child.
RMMS: CELEBRATE KINGFEST KICK-OFF
A number of students from Robert Morehead Middle School participated in the annual Rotary Club kickoff of the local Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. celebration last Tuesday, at the Pine Bluff Country Club. The Downtown Rotary Club was joined by the West Pine Bluff Rotary Club for the event, and by students from Morehead Middle School in the Dollarway School District who are involved in the Pen or Pencil Initiative. Mayor Shirley Washington was also in attendance.
The Pen or Pencil program is for young people who commit to non-violence, community service and staying drug free. The program’s stated goals are to help youth to gain an appreciation for community service through teamwork and in the process empower them to make the right decisions in life. There is no charge for membership. RMMS Admin Asst., Mrs. Katina Browned served as a chaperone for the group.
DOLLARWAY HIGH SCHOOL
Create the Highest, Grandest Vision Possible for Your Life, Because You Become What You Believe...
UAPB SCHOLARSHIP recipients
PRE-SESSION: TOWN HALL MEETING
State Representative Vivian Flowers recently hosted a pre-session Town Hall meeting at Dollarway High School. She met with seniors and discussed what their concerns and ideas are for the community and city. According to Representative Flowers' social media post, “They (the students) eagerly shared their ideas and concerns about the city’s infrastructure, developing Lake Saracen, and creating activities in the area…I met with all the seniors and they were awesome. Anyone who believes that young people don’t know or care about what’s going on is sadly mistaken.”
DOLLARWAY STUDENTS AND STAFF ASSIST SALVATION ARMY
Parents/Guardians--You have the opportunity to access your student’s school information over the Internet through a website called Home Access Center (HAC). Through Home Access Center, you can view a daily summary of your student’s attendance, schedule, and classwork, along with interim progress, report card, and discipline. For log-in and password info please contact your student's principal. If you are ready to access HAC click here https://hac40.esp.k12.ar.us/HomeAccess40/Account/LogOn?ReturnUrl=%2fHomeAccess40 .
The Arkansas Department of Education (ADE) is committed to improving family and community engagement across the state. We recognize that family members are students' first teachers and we must work together for all children to have the opportunity to be college, career, and community ready. For more information on upcoming events and to have your voice heard click here: http://www.arkansased.gov/im-looking-for/parents
MY CHILD/MY STUDENT
The State Board of Education and the Arkansas Department of Education are proud to launch the 2018-2019 My Child/My Student public awareness campaign! The goal of this campaign is to encourage positive & productive communication between parents and teachers, to help with students learning and success. Find out more: http://www.arkansased.gov/divisions/communications/my-childmy-student
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