Attention DPS Families! Please see the attached flyer for information about summer changes and the summer football calendar

The DHS scholastic bowl team enjoyed a fascinating presentation on world affairs, then played in a 100 question tourney at the National Press Club in DC #gopurple #bepurple





Sunday, our DHS Scholastic Bowl Team made their way out to Washington DC for the National Tournament. Good luck team! #gopurple #bepurple


Save The Date: High School Graduation and 8th Grade Promotion are set! Ceremonies will be outside on AC Bowers Field or inside Lancaster Gymnasium in case of inclement weather.

Attention DPS Families! Please see the attached memorandum for a notice of rescheduling the May Board of Education meeting.

Congratulations to our 4th grade Battle of the Books Champions- The Bookie Monsters!

Another exciting competition!! 4th graders competed in the championship rounds! Here are photos of our finalists and our Sportsmanship Award winner!




Congratulations to our Fifth grade Battle of the Books CHAMPIONS- Beauty and the Books!!

Fifth grade BOB competition was incredibly exciting ! Congrats to our finalists and our sportsmanship award winners!






This afternoon, the Duchesses face off against the Rockford Lutheran Crusaders! Watch the softball matchup here: https://youtube.com/live/y9pBwjnwi8A?feature=share

Sharing information from our friends at Woodlawn Arts Academy


Tomorrow is the Championship for Madison Battle of the Books!! See the flyer for info!
Live stream link: https://youtube.com/live/p8douEP51KQ?feature=share

Happy Administrative Professionals Day! Today highlights our group at Dixon Public Schools who fervently keep our buildings functioning every single day. They answer questions, keep things organized, and help students and staff. They are a key point of contact for our parents too. Their hard work keeps everything running smoothly, and it doesn’t go unnoticed. Thank you for being such an important part of DPS#170! #BePurple

Dixon Public Schools will be collecting new shoes and new socks for students starting May 1st and running until August 1st, 2026. Please see the attached flyer for more information.

The fire alarm at Madison/Reagan Schools was accidentally tripped around lunchtime today. Students were evacuated to follow our protocols and procedures. Students will be back in our buildings once the alarm is reset. There is no emergency. Dixon Fire Department is on scene per our procedures and will ensure everything is returned to normal.
Dixon Public Schools is having a Special Board Meeting on Wednesday, April 22nd, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. at Dixon Public Schools Central Office. 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

Come join us on Friday, April 24th at RMS to cheer on your favorite teams and support a good cause!

⚠️ Weather Update for Tonight ⚠️
We are closely monitoring the potential for storms in our area this evening. The safety of our students, staff, and community is our top priority.
Our administration and staff have a safety plan in place and are prepared to respond as needed should weather conditions change. We will continue to monitor updates throughout the evening.
At this time, tonight's Matilda performance at 7pm will proceed as scheduled. We look forward to welcoming our audience and showcasing the incredible work of our students.
Please stay weather-aware when traveling and allow extra time to arrive safely. Any updates will be communicated promptly.
We are closely monitoring the potential for storms in our area this evening. The safety of our students, staff, and community is our top priority.
Our administration and staff have a safety plan in place and are prepared to respond as needed should weather conditions change. We will continue to monitor updates throughout the evening.
At this time, tonight's Matilda performance at 7pm will proceed as scheduled. We look forward to welcoming our audience and showcasing the incredible work of our students.
Please stay weather-aware when traveling and allow extra time to arrive safely. Any updates will be communicated promptly.

Principal Magnafici introduced the April & May Students of the Month for RMS at the monthly Board of Education Meeting. Tyce Dykema was able to join for the meeting. Not pictured are Brynleigh Davis, Sophia Gutierrez & Camille Masters. #gopurple

Reminder: Kindergarten Orientation and Parent Night are on May 15th, 2026.

