We have had many students that are out of school for various illnesses and I wanted to remind parents about our illness policy which states that children should stay home until they are fever free for 24 hours without the use of any fever reducing medication such as Tylenol or Motrin.  I also want to remind parents that it is important for you to contact the school to notify us that your child is ill.  The school is required by the public health law to report illness numbers to the local health department each week and the information we report is gathered from what parents report to the school.  It is very helpful for our report if you can provide us with a basic idea of what type of illness your child is experiencing.  Also if your child is seen at a physician office please bring in a written excuse from their office to document their illness.  

Just a reminder, any medication that must be administered at school must have a completed medication authorization form completed by a physician.  Medication must be brought to school by a parent/guardian with the authorization form completed. This form can be obtained in the office along with the Dowagiac Union School Medication Policy. 

Also reminding you as we are still in the cold months,  your children will be wearing coats and hats so with those we find the number of students with head lice to be increasing.  Please remember to check your child’s hair frequently during these times.  If you notice any signs of head lice please begin the treatment process immediately.  This process is very time consuming, but in order to keep the head lice from returning the entire process must be completed.  If you would like information about the treatment of head lice please feel free to contact me at 269-782-4420 ext. 1218 or sdorman@dowagiacschools.org with any questions or concerns.

Suzanne Dorman RN, MSN

School Nurse

Dowagiac Union Schools

Dowagiac Union Schools would love to hear your thoughts about our Title 1 programs. We would appreciate your feedback!

March 9-13: Scholastic Book Fair

March 11: Parent teacher conferences 5:00-8:00

March 12: 1/2 Day of School, Parent teacher conferences 1:00-4:30

March 13: Popcorn Day! 

March 17: 3rd & 4th grades to Lansing- Capital Building field trip

March 19: Spring Music Program (grades 3-5 and Special Chorus) 7:00 @ DMS

March 27: NO SCHOOL 

March 30- April 3: NO SCHOOL - Spring Break

April 6: School Resumes

Luke is a 6-year-old Kindergarten student in Mrs. Liebetrau’s class. He enjoys playing outside to get fresh air with his dog and playing with Pokémon cards. When he grows up, he wants to be a scientist. Luke’s favorite subject in school is making new friends, and his favorite food is shrimp. 

Mrs. Liebetrau says:
“Miss Abby and I chose Luke as our Student of the Month because he is a very responsible, helpful, loving, and hard-working student who always tries his best. Luke is very kind and considerate to everyone around him. He always finds ways to encourage his peers and give lots of hugs. He has proven to me, as well as to Sister Lakes Elementary, that he is a Chieftain Hero. I truly enjoy having Luke in my classroom and have had the pleasure of watching him grow as a Kindergartner. I am so proud of him!”

ATTENTION Girls Youth basketball players:

Pictures are ready to be picked up at Blueprint Photography! 

Please contact Rebecca at 574-323-6613 or rebecca@blueprintphoto.com to set up a pick up time! 

We are grateful for Ms. Sharon and Ms. Beth, our breakfast and lunch aides, who work hard every day to take care of our students. They help ensure mornings and lunch times run smoothly while showing kindness and patience to our kids. They also do a great job helping keep the cafeteria and classrooms clean for everyone. Their efforts help make our school a welcoming and positive place for all.

ATTENDANCE:

It is very important that students are in school everyday, but the school realizes that there are some reasons for excused absences. Please make sure to call the office and let us know when your student is going to be absent or the school will be calling you. When a student returns to school after any period of absence, please send a note stating the reason for the absences. 

*If your student(s) is running late, please bring them to the office and sign them in. 

*If you need to pick up your child early for any reason please call the office 269-782-4468.

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