Every coin counts, and all funds raised will support organizations in our own community, including Dixon Public Schools. Let’s come together, spread the word, and get those containers filled!
Through a new partnership between Dixon Public Schools #170 and the Dixon Family YMCA, DPS 170 employees now have access to special discounted corporate membership rates at the YMCA.
On behalf of the DPS 170 Wellness Committee, we are excited to offer another opportunity that supports the health and well being of our staff and their families. Whether your wellness goals include working out, swimming, joining a group exercise class, spending time with family, or simply finding new ways to stay active, the Dixon Family YMCA has something for everyone.
Through our new corporate membership agreement, DPS 170 staff can take advantage of reduced monthly membership rates across a variety of membership options, including individual, household, family, young adult, senior, and youth memberships. Membership also provides access to a wide variety of YMCA programs and amenities, including the Wellness Center, weight room, group exercise classes, indoor pool, sauna and whirlpool, personal training, childcare, sports, and gymnasium.
And there is more to come! Over the next several weeks, we will be setting up Lunch & Learn opportunities at each of our district buildings. Staff from the Dixon Family YMCA will be coming directly to us to share more about the corporate membership, highlight the different programs, classes, and services available, and answer any questions you may have. We hope these informal opportunities will make it easy for staff to learn more about everything the YMCA has to offer and find options that work for you and your family. Watch for dates and additional information coming soon!
We are very appreciative of the Dixon Family YMCA for partnering with DPS 170 and helping us continue to build a culture that values wellness throughout our district. Our staff does so much each day for our students, families, and community, and we hope this partnership provides another great resource for taking care of YOU! 💜💪
Check out the attached graphic for membership options, discounted DPS 170 rates, and additional information.
Thank you to the Dixon Family YMCA for supporting our staff and partnering with the DPS 170 Wellness Committee to promote healthy habits, active lifestyles, and overall well being throughout our school community!
DPS 170 Wellness Committee
Attention DPS Families! Rachel Drew is heading down to State for the second year in a row! She shot the 8th best individual score at the Cambridge Sectional! #BePurple
Join us for tonight's Annual Pink Out Volleyball Matchup against the Rockford Lutheran Crusaders in Lancaster Gymnasium! Game starts at 6:00. Watch here: https://youtube.com/live/Ug1eYaatawA?feature=share
Happy October!
The DPS #170 Wellness Committee’s focus for the month of October is Hygiene. Throughout the month, we will be sharing helpful information, tips, and resources to support the health and wellness of our students, staff, and families.
To kick off the month, we wanted to highlight a few local resources that may be helpful for families who need assistance with hygiene or other basic necessities:
• Dignity Drive of Dixon – Check them out on Facebook
• Goodfellows
• Lee County Health Department
• Your school nurse is also a great resource and can help connect families with additional support.
Please reach out should you have a family in need, and I will work to find a community resource that can help. We have many great organizations and individuals throughout our community who are willing to support our families when a need arises.
Thank you for continuing to look out for our students and families and helping connect them with the resources they may need.
DPS #170 Wellness Committee
Dixon Public Schools is having a Special Board Meeting on Monday, October 5, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. The meeting will be recorded and posted on the District’s YouTube channel and website. You can view the agenda here: https://meetings.boardbook.org/Public/Organization/1258
Woodlawn Arts Academy and Dixon Public Schools present Disney’s Newsies JR., coming to the James A. Wiltz Auditorium at Dixon High School January 8–10!
📅 Friday, Jan. 8 at 7 p.m.
📅 Saturday, Jan. 9 at 7 p.m.
📅 Sunday, Jan. 10 at 2 p.m.
Tickets go on sale Dec. 21 at centennialauditorium.org and will also be available at the door.
Full Flyer - https://aptg.co/dsK7ny
#WoodlawnArtsAcademy #NewsiesJR #YouthTheatre #DixonIL #MusicalTheatre
https://saukvalley.secondstreetapp.com/Sauk-Valley-Athlete-of-the-Week-Week-6-2026-27/gallery/
Attention DPS Families! The DHS Wrestling Team Cookout will be taking place at County Market tomorrow! See the attached flyer for more details.
Attention DPS Families! The Dixon PTO Fall Fundraiser starts today! The order forms will be sent home with your students, and they are due on Monday, October 19th. There is also a donate option available via the following link: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/donation-form/f5b3a343-7029-4f91-a9d6-20073c3f522a
Attention DPS Families! Today is National Custodian Day! Their hard work often happens behind the scenes, but it does not go unnoticed. Whether it's keeping our school buildings clean and safe, to touch up paint jobs, tearing down/cleaning up after sporting events, or just lending a helping hand, they help create a place where everyone can feel comfortable, welcome, and ready to teach or learn. Not all of our custodians are pictured, but this day goes out to all of them.
