Message from the Principal

Dowagiac Resident FOOD PANTRY: The food pantry that is held at the Catholic Church (back parking lot entrance) is open to all Dowagiac residents. It is open the 1st and 3rd Thursday of every month from 10:00 - 2:00.

END OF DAY CALLS and PICK UPS: You must call the office by 3:00 p.m. to make arrangements for your student to go home a different way. This is a policy that we have had in place and unfortunately have to enforce. Thank you for your anticipated cooperation.

OUTSIDE RECESS: Please dress your student appropriately for the cold weather. It is our district policy to go outside for recess unless the temp is below 10 degrees w/windchill.

BUS RIDER PARENTS: Please have your student(s) at the bus stop 5-10 minutes early so that our bus drivers can stay on schedule in order for our schools to start on time. Thank you for helping.

KINDERGARTEN MEET N GREET: This event will be held on February 20, 2025 from 5:00-6:30 p.m. All incoming Kindergarten students are welcome to come and visit the kindergarten area and classrooms. Parents are encouraged to bring immunization records, birth certificates and proof of residency to get their students pre-registered for the upcoming school year. All pre-registered students will receive a goodie bag to go!! Hope to see you there.

Report Card Information

ATTENTION KINDERGARTEN PARENTS

Please click on the link to view Oral Screening Information: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1HB9tvy1c_5Qe83LIosLahrgpsPqaHcTC/view?usp=drive_link

Schedule of Events

February 17 - Character Education Assembly

February 17 -Regular Board Mtg

February 19-HSW County Spelling Bee

February 20 - Kindergarten Meet n Greet (for incoming 2025-2026 new Kindergarten students)

February 21 - Popcorn Day

February 28 - Hero Store

Building Highlights

PERFECT ATTENDANCE

Kindergarten

Front to back: Annabelle Poor, Brayden Nate, Ryleigh Slabaugh, Avalynn Martinez, Greysyn Billings, Aria Garrelts, Mia Maynard, Frankie Nate and Cade Miller

5th Grade

Front Row: Bronson Race, Malakii Hernandez, Evan Suasto, Dafne Morales Dominguez, Lukas Daly.

Back Row: Jacob Slates, Arianna Hatfield, Gabriella Wirick, Sonderricka Clay, Za'Kyrah Bennett, Eben Mitchell and Payton Anderson.

3rd Grade

Front Row: Cameron Piazza, Pamela Martinez, Eleanora Hand, Ella Samuel, Jaxton Meyer

Back Row: Teagan Miller, Nevaeh Damouth, Vertilla Bennett, Ella Ferrier, Ariah Warner, Kamren Steward

2nd Grade

Front Row: Michael Lino, Raevyn Robson, Edwin Poor

Back Row: Alan Kiggins, Vela Bravo, Ezekiel Jackson and Ethan Souers

1st Grade

Front Row: Zachary Sedler, Conner Ferrier, Evelyn Gasca

Back Row: Roman Keeter, Logan Stanton, Eva Baez and Jordan Calley

4th Grade

Front Row: Vincent Dwyer, Zachariah Piazza, Guadalupe Martinez, Adrian Sedlar, Ozzlyn Mitchell

Back Row: Leland Carpenter, Reid Turrell, Enzo Gasca, John Bakeman and Lucas Slates

Future Chef Contestants

Reminders

Participants who register by February 16th will receive a t-shirt. The youth camp is for students K-8.

Registration Link

DRESS FOR Winter WEATHER: In case you haven't observed, Winter is here. Winter hats, gloves, boots and coats are needed. It would also be ideal if you send your little ones with snow pants.

OUTSIDE LUNCHES: The district does not allow outside lunches to be delivered to school for students.

SICK CHILD: Please call the office and report that you are keeping your child home due to illness. The Cass Van Buren Health Department requires schools to report illnesses every week.

Given the increase in illnesses, this serves as a friendly reminder about the importance of proper handwashing.