Tiger Ambush

Each fall, schools across the state must submit a Continuous Improvement Plan. The plan is based on school-level data, input from stakeholders via surveys, and current trends in education. A committee of stakeholders (parents, students, teachers, and administrators) is tasked with creating SMART goals and a plan of action, which will be carried out throughout the year. This year's plan consists of goals related to the impact of instruction, a healthy culture, and high expectations.

The committee laid out a plan to improve ACT scores for juniors, develop core values for the school, and raise the graduation rate. Goal progress will be monitored throughout the year. If you want to know more about the DHS Continuous Improvement Plan, please contact Mrs. Gantt.

The ACT WorkKeys is a standardized test for all Seniors. The exam will be given on Oct. 25th to all Seniors. The ACT Workkeys measures Graphic Literacy, Work Place Documents, and Applied Mathematics. Students are striving for a score of 4 in all three areas.

It's the final road game of the regular season. The Tigers travel to Greenville. We hope to see you all there.

Congratulations to the DHS Volleyball Team. They have advanced to the Super Regionals. Super Regionals will be held Oct. 25-26th at the Montgomery Multiplex. The Tigers will play Sylacauga on Oct. 25th @ 10:15 am on court 5.

The cross country teams will travel to Oakville on Thursday to compete in the Oakville Invitational. Then, on Nov. 2 will compete in the sectional meet at Montgomery-Gateway Park.

Congratulations to the DHS Football Team. Four years straight Region Champions.

The River City Blue competed in Saturday's 43rd Annual Pell City Marching Festival. We are so proud of their accomplishment. They will compete on Nov. 4th at the Gordo Marching Band Festival.

TSA will be selling Gourmet Meats and treats through Southern Heritage. This is an excellent opportunity to get your holiday main courses and some delectable treats. Orders will be taken through Oct. 31.

The DHS Class of 2024 is selling Priester's pecan halves, pecan pieces, roasted/salted pecans, double dipped chocolate peanuts and peanut brittle. Each bag is 1 lb and $14. Orders can be submitted to any DHS Senior or by email to Amie Miller at amiller@dcsedu.com. Deadline to order is November 1st. Delivery will be the week before Thanksgiving.

This Beta meeting is only for students interested in attending the convention. We must finalize events, discuss our plans, and distribute fundraising materials. If you want to attend convention, PLEASE ATTEND.

DECA membership drive is happening now! Pay your dues by November 15 to be included in the yearbook group photo! Dues are $30!

4-5:00 pm cost is $15 in Ms. Tartt's room- Get prepared for Cinderella Auditions! Nov. 12th 3pm-5pm

Students interested in enrolling in dual enrollment courses at Wallace should see Mrs. Dannelly for sign-up information.

It will be a fun-filled night of cornhole on Nov. 2nd. Register your team at www.demopolis.org.

Did you know DHS has a sideline store? You can purchase custom merchandise for sports teams, band, dance line, clubs, majorettes and alumni gear. Use the code: GEAR20 to receive 20% of $75.

BSN Sideline Store

The assistant principals have met with all students to discuss the dress code. Students and parents should be familiar with the dress code, which is contained in the DCS code of conduct. Of particular note: students should not wear athletic attire (sweatpants, wind suits, etc., with the exception of game days), crop tops, house shoes, or slides. Thank you for your assistance in this matter.

Class of 2024 students and parents can join a Remind group to keep up to date with scholarships, deadlines, senior information, and graduation requirements with this app from Mrs. Miller. Follow the instructions in the graphic to join.

Oct 25 BETA Club meeting

Oct. 25 ACT Workkeys for Seniors

Oct. 25 Super Regional Volleyball tournament-Montgomery

Oct. 26 Cross Country at Oakville Invitational

Oct. 26 TAG Master Singing Class

Oct. 27 Football @ Greenville

Oct. 31 TSA Gourmet Meat Sale ends

Nov. 1 Class of '24 Priester's Pecan Fundraiser deadline

Nov. 2 DCSF Cornhole Tournament

Nov. 2 TAG Master Singing class

Nov. 2 Cross Country Sectionals-Montgomery

Nov. 3 Football vs. Paul Bryant

Nov. 4 River City Blue @ Gordo Marching Band Festival

Nov 9 TAG Master singing Class

Nov. 10 1st Round of AHSAA football playoffs @ DHS

Nov 12 Cinderella Auditions

Nov 15 Last day to pay DECA dues

September is Attendance Awareness Month, designated by the Attendance Awareness Campaign. Know the difference in truancy and chronic absenteeism. Chronic absenteeism is defined as missing two or more days per month or more than 18 days in an academic year. Students who are chronically absent are more likely to drop out. Every day, Every class period matters.

DHS pick-up and drop-off routes have changed due to the construction on the front entrance. Please note that ALL students will be dropped off and picked up at the back of the school. If you drop a student off, please remain in the LEFT lane. Car drivers and faculty/staff will use the right lane.