WCCTEC Tour: 8th-grade students learned about the many exciting opportunities available to them next year during their tour of the Washington County Career & Technical Education Center.
Pajamas, Pages, & Pigskins: 🧥📚🏈Celebrate half-time of the DMS ReadBowl on Friday! Wear your PJs, grab your book, and play some games during lunch!
A big congratulations to Bailee W. and Tristan S. for their ReadBowl trivia knowledge! The trivia questions asked what college Malcolm Mitchell attended before playing for the New England Patriots and which Super Bowl he won with the team. The correct answers are that Malcolm Mitchell attended the University of Georgia and went on to win Super Bowl LI (51) as a member of the New England Patriots. Congratulations and keep reading!
📢SCHEDULE CHANGE: Due to predicted sub zero temperatures in the early morning, Washington County Public Schools will operate on a 2-hour delayed schedule tomorrow, Tuesday, January 20, 2026. Childcare for elementary students will be provided at elementary schools (for elementary aged students only) for working families who need it. Please watch for additional information from your child’s elementary school. As temperatures drop, we recognize that for some students, school is the warmest place they have access to. We have made significant efforts to ensure children who need hats, gloves, and jackets receive them. If you know of a child who may need assistance, please contact your school principal so we can provide support.
Reading is all around us, even outside the classroom and on the football field. Yesterday’s ReadBowl trivia question asked which NFL team Malcolm Mitchell played for when he won the Super Bowl, and students around the school had the chance to read, think, and enter their answer for a drawing. Congratulations to Lily D. for the correct answer—the New England Patriots! 📚🏈
📢SCHEDULE CHANGE: With the probability of snow, cold temperatures, and icy conditions increasing in the eastern third of Washington County, WCPS will operate on a 2-hour delayed schedule tomorrow, January 15, 2026. Childcare for elementary students will be provided at elementary schools (for elementary aged students only) for working families who need it. Please watch for additional information from your child’s elementary school.
Damascus Middle School welcomed another presenter to our exciting Career Cafe series on January 8. Alan Necessary, owner of Appalachian Baits, came to speak with students about his experience as a business owner/entrepreneur. Mr. Necessary educated students on the steps needed to develop and maintain a small business and spoke with them about the skills and characteristics needed to be successful in business overall. He also spoke with students about his career journey, which began in the military, and the transferability of skills from one career to another. He educated students about the importance of the subjects and skills learned in middle school and the usefulness of their education in the business field.
Art MakerSpace 🎨🖌️: Join Mrs. Mitten in the art room for an hour of creating art for the Art Exhibition in March. This session is limited to 15 participants. Please see Mrs. Mitten for a permission slip before Tuesday, January 20!
It's time for the DMS ReadBowl Kickoff! 📚🏈Wear your favorite team shirt or colors tomorrow to celebrate!
Winter 2025 "My Jersey, Your Impact" for JV Basketball: Eighth-grade student athletes honored the teachers who have made an impact on their lives at the JV basketball game on Friday, January 2. Congratulations to Mr. Dale chosen by Canyon D., Ms. Kelly chosen by Roby O., Coach Ritchie chosen by Brady H., and Mrs. Taylor chosen by Asher T.
2025 Winter "My Jersey, Your Impact:" In this tradition, each 8th-grade basketball player, wrestler, and cheerleader chooses a teacher who has made a lasting impact on his/her life—someone who has encouraged, inspired, and supported him/her both on and off the court. To show their gratitude, these student athletes invited those teachers to be honored and recognized on Thursday, December 18. This moment reminded us that the lessons learned in the classroom extend far beyond academics—they help shape character, determination, and perseverance, the very qualities that make our athletes who they are today.
The honorees for Winter 2025 are as follows: Mr. Blizzard chosen by Weston C., Lucy H., and Brooklyn W.; Mrs. Childress chosen by Kinzley D., Makenna E., and Savana M.; Mr. Dale chosen by Canyon D.; Ms. Kelly chosen by Roby O.; Ms. Lethcoe chosen by Selena S.; Mrs. Necessary chosen by Selah J.; Mrs. Poore chosen by McKenzie R.; Coach Ratliff chosen by Bryson B.; Mrs. Rhudy chosen by Case A.; Coach Ritchie chosen by Brady H., Carson M., Hunter S., and Landen W.; Mrs. Sinclair chosen by Dalton M.; and Mrs. Taylor chosen by Jakob L., Asher T., and Xavier W. Congratulations to these teachers who make a difference every day in the lives of their students!
The DMS Cavalier Boys Basketball team, coached by Mr. Emery Reid and assisted by Mr. Brandon Phillips, put in the work this season but came up short in the Highlands Middle School Conference Championship game tonight! Even in a loss, these young men demonstrated discipline, teamwork, and heart! Go Cavs! 🎉🏀
Perfect from start to finish 💯✅: The DMS Cavalier Girls Basketball team coached by Ms. Shannon Kelly concluded their perfect season (15-0) with a win over Chilhowie Middle School in the Highlands Middle School Conference Championship tonight! Go Cavs! 🎉
Holiday Joy🎶🔔: Ms. Megan Mitten's choral students presented a beautiful concert to usher us into our Christmas break!
Put on your Christmas pajamas and come cheer on the DMS Cavalier Basketball teams tonight at home! Go Cavs! 📣🏀
The choral program will present "A Winter Concert" on Friday, December 19 in the Holston High School auditorium at 9:30 AM.
The concert will be livestreamed at the following link:
https://youtube.com/live/bmbo55L3Cec?feature=share
The concert will be livestreamed at the following link:
https://youtube.com/live/bmbo55L3Cec?feature=share
PowerUp to the Picture Perfect Challenge! 📷
From November 21 to December 13, students at DMS were challenged to complete 30 units in Lexia PowerUp. Those who achieved this goal had the opportunity to take a photo with some friends. Congratulations to the 6th-grade classes that completed the most units! Keep up the great work!
From November 21 to December 13, students at DMS were challenged to complete 30 units in Lexia PowerUp. Those who achieved this goal had the opportunity to take a photo with some friends. Congratulations to the 6th-grade classes that completed the most units! Keep up the great work!
Lexia PowerUP Success at DMS: 🎉
During November, many students in grades 6–8 worked hard in Lexia PowerUP to earn rewards. As they completed lessons, collected “true” usage minutes, and earned certificates, students could qualify for a grade-level UNO tournament and enter a drawing for a free HHS hoodie, generously donated by The Tacklebox.
Their effort paid off! Many DMS students earned spots in the UNO tournaments, demonstrating dedication to improving their reading skills. At the end of the month, three lucky students had their names drawn and each received a brand-new HHS hoodie (thank you to the HHS Athletic Boosters). This month, students are working towards a photo with a friend.
Congratulations to all of our hardworking students for their progress and enthusiasm. Keep up the great work in Lexia PowerUP!
During November, many students in grades 6–8 worked hard in Lexia PowerUP to earn rewards. As they completed lessons, collected “true” usage minutes, and earned certificates, students could qualify for a grade-level UNO tournament and enter a drawing for a free HHS hoodie, generously donated by The Tacklebox.
Their effort paid off! Many DMS students earned spots in the UNO tournaments, demonstrating dedication to improving their reading skills. At the end of the month, three lucky students had their names drawn and each received a brand-new HHS hoodie (thank you to the HHS Athletic Boosters). This month, students are working towards a photo with a friend.
Congratulations to all of our hardworking students for their progress and enthusiasm. Keep up the great work in Lexia PowerUP!
The DMS Cavalier Basketball teams travel to Glade Spring Middle School today to play the Rebels in front of the GSMS student body! Go Cavs! 📣🏀
Below is the link for the game, which will be broadcast on the NFHS network. You may be prompted to create an account to view it, but you will not be required to purchase a package.
https://www.nfhsnetwork.com/events/glade-spring-middle-school-glade-spring-va/evt56bf5756a5
Below is the link for the game, which will be broadcast on the NFHS network. You may be prompted to create an account to view it, but you will not be required to purchase a package.
https://www.nfhsnetwork.com/events/glade-spring-middle-school-glade-spring-va/evt56bf5756a5
Good luck to the DMS Cavalier Basketball teams as they travel to Virginia Middle School to play the Bearcats tonight! Go Cavs! 📣🏀
