Dover Middle School Update

Our character spotlightfor the month of November is GENEROSITY

Generosity is the quality of being kind and generous

On October19th our band and chorus students performed a wonderful show for parents, staff and the community. Great work by all students, Mrs. Civiok, Mrs. Stockslager, and Mr. Sowul for a wonderful performance!

Mr. Stevens asked Mrs. Jackson to speak to his Civic Engagement 8 class about the roles and responsibilities of being on the town board. Ms. Jackson also discussed some of the issues the town is facing right now. It was a great presentation. The students asked great questions that were prepared based on previous content taught.

Did you see the food display that looked good enought to eat? Mrs. Mullaly's art classes created food such as cake, dunkin donuts drinks and donuts, cinnamon buns, and more through their skils and creativity- way to go!

In 7th grade math, students were given the opportunity to challenge their skills in a game of War. The students had a set of cards and math problems based on their content in which they needed to complete the the skill before their opponent.

Monday- Dress like a Staff Member/Student

Tuesday- Halloween

Wednesday-Pajama Day

Thursday- Disney Day

Friday- Socks and Crocs or Birkenstocks

Halloween is a couple weeks away and we are excited to celebrate with costumes, candy, and activities with our students.

Just a few reminders about costumes:

🎃Appropriate costumes- follow school dress code

🎃No masks to be worn covering face

🎃No inflatable costumes

🎃No weapons

🐉When in doubt, you can always dress like a dragon

If you have a concern or question about your costume, reach out to Ms. Martinez or Mrs. McPherson.

Just a reminder that the end of the marking period is November 3rd.

Report Cards will be mailed out by November 13th.

💡Reminders and Tips

1. Missing Assignments: Reach out to your student's teacher(s) to inquire about any missing assignments.
2. Office Hours: All MS teachers host office hours once per month- students are able to stay after to complete work, catch up on work and/or get extra help. We will update for the month of November in a calendar on post on the DMS website for reference.

On Wednesday, November our students will experience Ryan's Story. This is a presentation by Mr.John Halligan, Ryan's father who lost his son to suicide. Mr. Halligan has presented at Dover Middle and High School in years past and we are honored to have him join us again to share Ryan's story and what we can do to help prevent tragic loss.

Pre-presentation activities

6th grade will prepare by completing pre-presentation activities in their Health classes and the 7th and 8th grade in their student supports with our support staff this week.

Wednesday evening, we will be hosting a parent presentation from 7pm-8pm in our auditorium. All parents from the district are welcome. Students are also able to attend but must be accompanied by an adult.

🎃👻OCTOBER

• 10/31: Halloween

🦃🍗NOVEMBER

• 11/2: Spike the Teachers- 5:30pm DMS gym 🏐
• 11/3: End of Marking Period 1
• 11/3: MS Activity Night 6pm-8pm 🎉
• 11/7: NO SCHOOL - Conference Day
• 11/8: Ryan's Story Presentation
• 11/8: Picture Re-take Day 📸
• 11/10: NO SCHOOL- Veteran's Day
• 11/16: Parent Teacher Conferences
• 11/17: Author Visit: Thanhha Lai “Inside Out and Back Again” 📖
• 11/17: MS Activity Night 6pm-8pm 🎉
• 11/22-11/24: Thanksgiving Recess- NO SCHOOL

🎄❄️DECEMBER

• 12/6: DMHS Band Winter Concert at 7pm

• 12/7: Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day

• 12/7: DMHS Choir Winter Concert at 7:30pm

Please use Volunteer Access to see any community service opportunities available. Also feel free to reach out to our Dover Middle School Community Service Coordinator if you have any questions.

DMS Community Service Coordinator

Ms. Janine Loos

janine.loos@doverschools.org

⛷️Ski/Snowboard: Mrs. Carano and Mrs. Royer

🎭Drama: Mr. Stockslager

🎨Art: Mrs. Mullaly

📗Yearbook: Mrs. McMahon

🎉Spirit: Patty and Mrs. Royer

👩‍💻STEAM: Mrs. Zangerle

♥️Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: Mrs. McMahon

If your student is interested in joining any of these clubs please have them reach out the advisor for more info.