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DMS principal, faculty, and staff celebrate our 8th-graders during a drive-thru awards ceremony!

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The Civitan Club Citizenship Award was given to Maddie A.

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Ashley S. received a trophy for her excellent work as a DMS News anchor.

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The Justin Foundation Horizon Award was given to Savanna D.

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Congratulations to the class of 2024!

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Emily C. received a trophy for her excellent work as DMS News anchor.

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Martina S. received a trophy for her hard work as DMS News technician.

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Nurse Stiltner gives us a great reminder about social distancing!

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Allysa B. recieved a trophy for her excellent work as an anchor on DMS News.

Three adults hold signs to congratulate our 8th graders.

Ms. Lloyd, Ms. Price, and Nurse Stiltner celebrate our graduates!

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Matthew B. received a trophy for his hard work as technician on the DMS News.

Principal's Message

     At Damascus Middle School we seek to create a challenging learning environment that encourages high expectations for success.  It is our goal to provide developmentally appropriate instruction that allows for the individual differences of students and accommodates a variety of learning styles.  We strongly believe learning is maximized when it takes place in an environment enriched with support and encouragement.
 
     It is my desire that each teacher, staff member, support person, student, and parent take pride in belonging to this community of learners.  
 
Scott Keith 
Principal
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Beliefs

We believe successful schools:
  • understand all students can learn
  • foster effective communication, critical thinking, creativity and collaboration
  • prepare students for success
  • meet the unique needs of each child
  • are grounded in respect and integrity
  • have a well-defined curriculum and programs that meet or exceed state and national standards
  • provide safe, healthy, and dynamic learning environments
  • have high expectations which inspire high performance
  • enable students to be college and career ready
  • engage and communicate with families

Mission

Washington County Schools is committed to the success of every student. We seek to empower all students to meet rigorous academic standards by providing authentic and relevant educational experiences.

Vision

Washington County Schools is an innovative leader in education excellence, teaching and learning, creativity, technology integration and global citizenship.

Latest News

DMS Hours of Operation

New hours are M-Th from 9:00-3:00. Summer hours are M-Th from 8:00-4:30, beginning June 1. Summer feeding begins at HHS on May 26.

Yearbook Delivery

Due to COVID-19, yearbooks will not be delivered to DMS until summer.
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