DYMS Digest Vol. 6 (2025-2026)

Posted Date: 10/13/25 (08:15 AM)

DYMS Digest Vol. 6

October 13th-19th, 2025

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WELCOME TO THE DENNIS YARMOUTH MIDDLE SCHOOL DIGEST

Each week, we’ll bring you a snapshot of the exciting events, important updates, and celebrations happening throughout our DYMS community. This newsletter is your go-to source to stay connected and informed. Be sure to check your messages every Monday so you don’t miss a moment of what’s happening at school!

Important Dates

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13th - Columbus Day (NO SCHOOL)

17th - Boosterthon Fundraising Kick Off

21st - Student-Led Conferences (1/2 day)

23rd - Student-Led Conferences (1/2 day)

24th - Fall Festival Dance (6-8pm)

27th - Grade Check-in (advisory)

28th - Color Run (Boosterthon) @ 1:30-2:40 PM

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5th - Early Release Day (@ 1:15 PM)

6th - Egg Drop Challenge (5:00-6:30 PM)

11th - No School (Veteran's Day)

13th - Picture Retake

24th - Grade Check-in

26th - 1/2 Day (Thanksgiving Break) @ 11:15 AM

27th-28th - No School (Thanksgiving Break)

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💻 Cyber Safety and Awareness Presentation – October 8 🔒

On October 8, all students participated in a presentation from the Cape and Islands District Attorney’s Office on Cyber Safety and Awareness. 🌐 The program, which has reached thousands of students across the region since 2011, shared important information about online safety, cyberbullying, privacy, and responsible digital behavior. 💬📱

We encourage families to continue the conversation at home to help students stay safe and make smart choices online. 🏡✨

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🗓️ Student-Led Conferences – October 21 & 23

Our Student-Led Conferences (SLCs) are coming up on Tuesday, October 21 and Thursday, October 23. If you haven’t already, please sign up with your student’s assigned facilitator.

During the conference, please bring your student and their iPad. Each conference will last 15–20 minutes.

Thank you for partnering with us to showcase your child’s growth and learning! 💚🐬

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Understanding Cells Through Close Reading 🧬

In Mrs. Ivkovic's 6th grade science, students worked on a close reading of a nonfiction passage about cells. They focused on understanding unfamiliar words 📝, identifying the main idea 💡, and checking their comprehension ✅ as they read.

Cells Close Reading

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🔬 Exploring Cells in Science Class

In Mrs. Christopher's class, 6th grade students are using microscopes 🔬 to investigate cells 🧬 and uncover the tiny structures that make up living things 🌱🦠!

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📚 Morning Library Volunteers Needed 🌞

Love books and have an hour to spare in the morning? Our school library is looking for parent volunteers to help check in 📥, shelve 📖, and organize 📚 books. Even one morning a week makes a big difference! Email ✉️ maxwellj@dy-regional.k12.ma.us if you’re interested.

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Get Ready for STEM Night: Egg Drop Challenge! 🥚✨

The DYM Science Team needs your help! Donate any of the following supplies to help make our Egg Drop Challenge on Tuesday, November 6th a success. Bring donations to Ms. Christopher or Ms. Wood. Every bit helps!

Supplies Needed:

Egg cartons
Cardboard
Cotton balls
Pipe cleaners
Paper towel rolls
Toilet paper rolls
Paper cups
Old rolls of fabric
Yarn
Packing peanuts

DYIMS Fun Run is almost here! 🎉

We’re aiming to raise $30,000 to support field trips, in-school presentations, and guest speakers – and we need your help!

Important dates:

Fundraiser Kickoff at school: 10/17/2025
Event Day: 10/28/2025

Save the date and stay tuned for more ways to get involved and support our cause!

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Support Positive Behavior at DY Middle School!

Dennis-Yarmouth Middle School is committed to fostering a positive, respectful, and supportive environment for all students. As part of this effort, we implement PBIS (Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports), a research-based framework that teaches and reinforces positive behavior.

Students are recognized and rewarded for making good choices, showing kindness, responsibility, and respect through incentives like small prizes, school store items, raffle entries, and special rewards.

We welcome support from local businesses and community members in the form of donations—monetary, gift cards, coupons, merchandise, or services—that can be used as student and staff rewards. Contributions are tax deductible and help strengthen the connection between the school and the community.

For more information or to contribute, contact burnsh@dy-regional.k12.ma.us

or 508-778-7979.

Notes from the Nurse

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Hello Families,

I’m asking all families to please complete the Student Health Authorization Form. This form allows me to provide care for your child during the school day — such as giving an ice pack or offering Tylenol/Advil when needed.

To complete the form:

Log in to your child’s PowerSchool account.
In the PowerSchool App, go to More → Forms.
Scroll all the way to the bottom and select “Student Information Verification Form – Current Student.”

Thank you for taking a moment to complete this form — it helps me care for your children safely and efficiently each day.

Have a great day,

Nurse Williams

Sports Zone

A sports schedule for the week of 10/14, listing game times and locations.

DYMS School Menu

October Menu

Important Links

DYMS Handbook

Schoolwide Expectations

Afterschool Help

Around the District

District Calendar

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DYHS Athletic Announcement

Below are reminders and updates for the "HOME" Football Games at DYRHS.

~ Gates open 45 minutes before Kick-off. Kick off is at 6:00pm

~ Any child not enrolled at Dennis-Yarmouth High School will need to be accompanied by an adult and supervised for the duration of the game.

~ Electronic tickets are available using Go Fan. Ticket pricing is $6 for adults and $5 for students and Senior Citizens.

~ The D-Y Police Services Unit and Yarmouth Police will be on hand to ensure a safe and enjoyable event.

~ Games typically end about 7:30 p.m. The D-Y facility will close 30 minutes after the game ends, and all spectators must leave the property. Please make pick-up arrangements accordingly. Waiting on the property after closing is not permitted.

Please be aware of the following rules: