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This week, all secondary classes (grades 6-12) in Demopolis City schools will transition to nine weeks exams. These exams will be comprehensive to the objectives learned in this nine weeks only and will count as 10% of the student's nine-week average. At DHS, the exams will be given during our block days, Wednesday and Thursday. It is crucial for students to be in attendance for these exams. Students have been preparing this for the entire nine weeks.

Beginning on Friday, Oct. 6th, students will have fall break. The break will last through Oct. 10th for students. On Oct. 10th, teachers will return to campus. This day is an important day as it will be day of learning for our faculty and staff. The more we know and understand, the better equipped we are to assist your child in receiving the best education possible.

Thank you for your understanding as we analyze what your student has learned and plan to improve the educational process.

On Wednesday and Thursday (Oct. 4-5), students will take comprehensive nine-week exams. The exams will count as 10% of the students' nine week. average.

Fall Break for students will be Oct. 6-10. Students will return to campus on Wednesday, Oct. 11th. Oct. 11th will be a block day with class periods 2,4 and 6 meeting. Dismissal will be at 2:30 pm.

Teachers will return to school on October 10th for a data day.

Due to fall break on Friday, Oct. 6th, this week's spirit day will be held on Thursday. The theme is 'Saddle Up'. Everyone should wear western attire.

The DHS JV and Varsity will have a busy week. They will play away on Tuesday and Wednesday. On Thursday, Oct. 5th, they will be back at home for a single JV match vs. Sweetwater and a Varsity tri-match vs. Sweetwater and Leroy.

The DHS cross-country teams will participate in the Okatibee Invitational on Thursday, Oct. 5th

The yearbook staff needs baby pictures for the Senior section. Baby pictures are due by October 5. No late pictures will be accepted. A hard copy can be brought to Mrs. Kerby or you can email your picture to ckerby@dcsedu.com Please indicate the student's name in the email.

Report Cards will go home on Thursday, Oct. 12th

Mark your calendars for Oct. 20th. The softball team will hold a golf tournament fundraiser. See the graphic for more information.

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. 3 Volleyball JV/V @ Northside 5:00/6:00

Oct. 4 Volleyball JV/V @ Tuscaloosa Co. 4:30/5:30

Oct. 4th Nine Week Exams (2nd, 4th, 6th)

Oct. 5 Volleyball vs. Sweetwater/Leroy 4:00/5:00/6:00

Oct. 5 Nine Weeks Exams (1st, 3rd, 5th, 7th)

Oct. 5 Senior baby pictures due

Oct. 6 Football @ Shelby Co. 7:00

Oct. 6-10 Fall Break for students

Oct. 10 Data Day for faculty and staff

Oct. 10 Volleyball @ Northridge

Oct. 12 Report Cards go home

Oct. 13 Football vs. Jemison 7:00

Oct. 13-14 Volleyball @ Gulf Shores Invitational

Oct. 14 Cross Country @ Helena Invitational

Oct. 20 Softball-Golf Tournament Fundraiser

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.