DHS Newsletter

MISSION

Our mission is to prepare all learners for life-long success through a safe, collaborative, and innovative learning community.

VISION

Success for all!

DHS ADMIN

• Jeff Brandt, Principal - jbrandt@dpsnd.org
• Randy Cranston, Asst. Principal - rcranston@dpsnd.org
• Holly Schild, Asst. Principal - hschild@dpsnd.org
• Guy Fridley, Athletic Director - gfridley@dpsnd.org

Hello DHS Families,

I hope everyone was able to rest, relax, and enjoy the holiday season! Even though the weather has told a different story so far, we are moving into January. As we transition into the new year, with it brings a multitude of events at Dickinson High School.

The first semester will be coming to a close with semester testing on January 11th and 12th and the second semester will be starting on January 16th. Registration for the 2024-25 school year will be underway soon, along with planning and preparation for any changes that may be on the horizon for the next school year.

During these busy times, it is important that we continue to enjoy the process that we get to be involved in and take a moment to be grateful for the people who we get to enjoy the process with.

I hope that all of you had a wonderful New Years and that 2024 is happy and healthy!

Jeff Brandt,

Dickinson High School Principal

Jan. 12th - Last Day of First Semester

Jan. 15th - No School

Jan. 16th - First Day of Second Semester

Jan. 20th - Winter Formal

Senior Photos must be turned in by March, 14th, 2023 in order for them to be printed in the 2023 yearbook. Please e-mail photos to hlockert@dpsnd.org. Photos must be school appropriate and follow Dickinson High School dress code. Please make sure they are sent in a JPEG format and have a high pixel quality to avoid possible distortion.

Dress Code

SHIRTS/TOPS. Shirts/tops must cover areas such as the chest and stomach with no visible gaps. Shirts that advertise inappropriate behavior (alcohol, drugs, tobacco, sexual innuendos, and inappropriate language) are not to be worn.

PANTS/SHORTS/SKIRTS/DRESSES Need to be worn around the waist and secured with a belt if necessary. Undergarments may not be visible. Pants may not dragon the floor as this creates a safety hazard. No skin or undergarments should be seen above mid-thigh. Shorts must be mid-thigh or longer. Skirts/Dresses need to be at least mid-thigh in length. Bedroom attire such as pajamas are not allowed.

OTHER. Written or pictorial messages on clothing/accessories (jewelry, notebooks, backpacks, cellphone cases, etc.) are not permitted if they are vulgar; belittle any race, culture, religion, nationality, or gender. They also may not be gang-related or promote violence, tobacco, alcohol, or other drugs. Sunglasses, tinted glasses or contacts that obscure your eyes are prohibited unless prescribed by a physician. Students whose appearance interferes with the educational process by drawing undue attention of other students or school personnel, by posing as a potential safety hazard to themselves or others (such as chains), or by being interpreted by school personnel to be offensive in either message that is implied or the parts of the body that are revealed will be asked to change their clothing into something more appropriate or will serve time in in-school suspension. Each violation will be recorded in log entries.

Test exempt days for Semester 1 are January 11th &12th.

Test Exemption/Attendance/Tardy Policy

Semester tests are given at the conclusion of each semester (18-week grading period) in all classes. Students may meet the test exemption requirements if:

1. The student has an A is exempt, B– with 4 or fewer absences and/or 4 or fewer tardies, C– with 3 or fewer absences and/or 3 or fewer tardies, and D–with 2 or fewer absences and/or 2 or fewer tardies. Students having an F must take the semester test.

2. The student has not had an unexcused absence, or been in-school or out-of-school suspended by the administration in ANY class.

3. All makeup / incomplete work must be completed; if not teachers may request you during the exemption days.

Other:

1. Medical, extracurricular and funeral absences will not count against the student's ability to earn test exemption.

2. Students wanting to better their grade in a class may take the semester test whether they are exempt or not. This must occur during the scheduled test time.

3. Parents/guardians that wish for their child to take semester tests may elect NOT to participate in the semester test exemption policy by contacting DHS.

4. Students that are exempt from taking semester tests are not required to attend class, if student reports to school they must attend class.

5. Students that are required to take semester tests must stay in class the entire class period.

6. The semester test schedule will be presented to students and teachers by the end of September each school year. (Last two days of the semester)

Handbook Policy / Short Information to share with students

• Have an A you’re exempt if you do not have an ISS, OSS, U.

• Have a B you are exempt if you have 4 or fewer tardies or absences. C–3 or fewer tardies/absences, D–2 or fewer tardies/absences. Absences counted (A, U, E)--If you have an ISS, OSS, or U you are not exempt.

• You can be exempt in one class and not the other.

• Students need to be here. Attendance will be taken accordingly. If a student is exempt do not count them absent.

• Students must remain in the classroom for the duration of the class block.

• Students who are gone (excused) need to take care of assessment/work before they leave. If for a reason this is not possible communication should happen. This is the student's responsibility and has been told to parents and students in Student Affairs.

The Dickinson High School Student Council attended the North Dakota State Student Council Convention December 10th-12th. The students attended a few presentations including the key note presentation featuring Youth Motivational Speaker Kyle Wilkom, and a speech given by ND Principal of the year, Ryan Hanson.

The three day convention was packed with information to bring back to their peers. They provided a wide range of topics including Financial planning, ending vaping, and Alzheimer's Awareness. They ended their days with karaoke, movies, games, and dancing. The DHS Student Council Advisors said they felt this was a successful trip and they are excited to see how the students will apply the information that they learned to DHS.

Congratulations to the Dickinson FFA Demo Teams for tying for first in the State FFA Demonstration event. The event was held Dec. 12, 2023. The team members were Hailey Praus and Ella Nelson. The topic of their Demonstration was how to tie knots.

Congratulations to the Dickinson FFA Parliamentary Procedure Team for placing Bronze at State LDE events held Tue Dec. 12, 2023 in Bismarck

Team members were Kadence Reindel, Bailey Binstock, Ryan Schumacher, Hailey Praus, Preston Kern, and Logan Tyler.

As part of the Agriculture Mechanics II class 30 member took part in Tractor driving and safety December 14 and 15. The event was held at the Dickinson State University’s Dept. of Agriculture and Technical studies indoor arena. The sessions were taught by NDSU Extension agent Rick Schmidt. The Tractors were provided by West Plains.

On January 9th the DHS Symphonic Choir will be joining DMS choirs for their January concert held at DMS at 7:00 PM

Congratulations to the following DHS music students who were selected to participate in the UND Honor Band, Choir and Strings Festival held in January.

Gabe Ricks (Tuba)

Toby Spangler (Trombone)

Ayden Whitney (Trombone)

Gavin Dvorak (Alternate for Alto Saxaphone)

Rainy Zettel (Alternate for Percussion)

Elizabeth Goettle

June Devero

Keziah Dvorak

Erick Silva Cruz

Jared Petersen

Owen Hansen

Marlee Winkelspecht

During the last week of school before holiday break, the DHS Choir classes went Christmas caroling at local nursing homes. Women's Choir went to St. Lukes Nursing Home, Concert Choir went to Evergreen, and Symphonic Choir went to Hawks Point.

The DHS A Cappella Choir also went caroling. They visited all of the Dickinson Public Elementary Schools, the Middle School, the Central Administration Office, and Heritage Homes.

What a great way to spread holiday cheer!!

Winter Formal is scheduled for January 20th from 8:00pm to 11:00pm. Dress attire is semi-formal. Dance request forms must be filled out for students to bring guests that do not attend DHS. These forms can be found at the Student Affairs office.

• Call 701-456-0030 and choose option 1 for attendance.
• Give us your student’s name and requested dismissal time.
• PLEASE notify us at least 2 hours before requested dismissal time. We cannot guarantee your student be released on time without sufficient notice.
• Phone calls must be placed by a parent or guardian.
• At the time of dismissal, your student is free to leave campus. Parents do not need to enter the building.
• All medical appointments require medical documentation to be considered excused.

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