There is no school on Monday, October 12th due to the holiday
about 4 hours ago, Dixon Public Schools
Columbus Day graphic with info about no school

The Dukes play against Riverdale for their senior night soccer matchup this morning at 10! Watch live here: https://youtube.com/live/aCsp6Rs3C48?feature=share

about 6 hours ago, Robert Wendt
Boys Varsity Soccer | 10-10-26

Attention DPS Families! The 2026 DHS Fall Play is coming soon! Get your tickets now! https://www.onthestage.tickets/show/dixon-high-school-theatre/6a95c5c30aa0243a71e2af9d/tickets#/productions-view

about 19 hours ago, Dixon Public Schools
Frankenstein graphic for Fall Play with dates and times
Save The Dates: The RMS 8th Grade Promotion and DHS Graduation Ceremony are set. Please see the following graphic for details.
about 20 hours ago, Dixon Public Schools
promotion and graduation tentative dates
For tonight's football game, the Dukes play against Winnebago for their Senior Night. Senior Night starts at 6:00PM. Tune in here: https://youtube.com/live/UZAmgee2Bco?feature=share
about 21 hours ago, Robert Wendt
Boys Varsity Football | 10-9-26
It's senior night at AC Bowers field tonight! The gates will open at 6pm and our senior recognitions will begin at 6:15pm. The Dukes play Winnebago in a varsity ONLY contest kicking off at 7pm. #BePurple
about 22 hours ago, Roger Fegan
seniors
Sharing information from our friends at the University of Illinois ACES Extension
2 days ago, Dixon Public Schools
food certificate course informational flyer
Reminder: Tonight is the night at Chipotle! There are also online ordering options! See the attached flyers for more information.
3 days ago, Dixon Public Schools
Chipotle flyer with burrito and dates/times
Chipotle online ordering instructional flyer
Throughout the month of October, DPS Elementary Schools are hosting the United Way - Kids Helping Kids Coin Drive, and we need YOU to help make a difference! The class at each elementary school that collects the most money will win a sweet treat: delicious Culver's custard!

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!
4 days ago, Dixon Public Schools
united way flyer with piggy bank and coins
GAME DAY! Wear pink. Cheer loud! Support a great cause 💕 #BePurple
4 days ago, Roger Fegan
pink
We are excited to share a new wellness opportunity for DPS 170 staff!

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
4 days ago, Reagan Middle School
DPS170YMCA

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

4 days ago, Dixon Public Schools
Rachel Drew State Qualifier hitting a put

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

4 days ago, Robert Wendt
pinkout night graphic with Abby Hicks returning vball
There will be no school on Friday, October 9th due to Parent/Teacher Conferences.
4 days ago, Dixon Public Schools
Fall Parent teacher conference flyer

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

4 days ago, Reagan Middle School
October Wellness Focus

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

5 days ago, Dixon Public Schools
DPS logo
Attention DPS Families! Today is the last day to get your Dukes Football 2026 Playoff Gear! Use the link to purchase https://bsnteamsports.com/shop/DFBPOST26
5 days ago, Dixon Public Schools
football playoff gear photo
Reminder: Coming to the stage this January! 🗞️🎭

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
5 days ago, Dixon Public Schools
newsies Jr flyer
newsies Jr flyer
Mark your calendars for our annual Pink Out volleyball game! The Duchesses take on Rockford Lutheran tomorrow 10/6/26 at 5pm and 6pm. Wear Pink and support a great cause. #BePurple
5 days ago, Roger Fegan
pink
Reminder: Thursday, October 8th is a Half Day
5 days ago, Dixon Public Schools
half day graphic