Reminder: Wednesday, November 12th is a Half-Day
6 months ago, Dixon Public Schools
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There will be no school Tuesday, November 11th on Veteran's Day
6 months ago, Dixon Public Schools
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THANK YOU to Community State Bank for their generous $250 donation to Thomas J Dempsey Therapeutic Day School. We were nominated as part of Community State Bank's 50th Anniversary Social Media contest by Vanessa Gomez.

Thank you to Tim Kunkel, Bank President and his staff for their community support and service.
#BePurple

7 months ago, Janine Huffman
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Dixon Public Schools is having a Special Board Meeting on Thursday, November 6, 2025 at 5:00 p.m. in the Jefferson Elementary School Gymnasium. 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
7 months ago, Dixon Public Schools
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Sharing information from our friends at Lee County Council on Aging
7 months ago, Dixon Public Schools
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DPS 170 wishes Steve Marco a Happy Retirement from WIXN after 45 years promoting our schools, athletics, and activities! Thank you, Steve! You are the "spirit" of Dixon!
7 months ago, Margo Empen
Steve Marco & DPS 170 Admin Team
CONGRATULATIONS to our SPIRIT AWARD winner Sherri James! Sherri not only gives the students at TJD their breakfasts and lunch, but sits with the students and models good behavior at the table. She is supportive of the staff and students at TJD in any way she can and engages in conversation with the students during breakfast and lunch. She is willing to do extra for the staff when asked if it benefits the students. She is an amazing Cafeteria Server and our meal times go smoothly with her in charge. Thank you Sherri for being a big part of TJD.
7 months ago, Janine Huffman
Sherri James

Attention DPS Families! Please take a few minutes to complete our short survey on Whitsons. We'd love to hear what you think, and your feedback makes a huge difference! Scan the QR code or click this link https://xmp.insight-surveys.com/s/ql9jfi

7 months ago, Dixon Public Schools
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Behind every thriving school team is a principal who leads with vision and heart. During National Principals Month, let's recognize the leaders who make collaboration possible and success achievable! #BePurple
7 months ago, Dixon Public Schools
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CONGRATULATIONS to Rhonda Payne! She has won the Spirit Award for TJD School. Rhonda is willing to lend a hand to staff whenever they need it. She encourages staff to keep focusing on the positive. She is always ready to share humor when the situation deserves it to help others laugh. She is dedicated to pursuing her Bachelor's degree in Special Education. She works to build a relationship with the students and help the students through the "rough" moments in their days. I am so glad that she is a part of the TJD team!
7 months ago, Janine Huffman
Rhonda Payne - TJD
Attention DPS Families! The main phone lines are back up and running.
7 months ago, Dixon Public Schools
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Sharing information from our friends at the Dixon Family YMCA
7 months ago, Dixon Public Schools
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Attention DPS Families! The main phone lines are currently down at our buildings. Please use the following back-up numbers if you need to call-in to the schools:

District Office: 815-284-7722
Dixon High School: 815-284-7723
Jefferson School: 815-284-7724
Reagan Middle School: 815-284-7725
Washington School: 815-284-7727

If you need to contact Madison School, please call the Reagan phone number and they can transfer you. Thank you for your patience with this.
7 months ago, Dixon Public Schools
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There is no school on Monday, October 13th, 2025
7 months ago, Dixon Public Schools
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Attention DPS Families! There is no school tomorrow.
7 months ago, Dixon Public Schools
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Parent Survey: We are interested in obtaining information from our parents/guardians related to the PreK-5th grade Holiday Classroom Parties. This survey only takes a few minutes and will help buildings create plans for future Holiday Classroom Parties. Computers will be available in buildings on Thursday & Friday during conferences to complete the survey. The survey will close at 5 pm on Wednesday, October 15th.

7 months ago, Margo Empen
Parent Survey on Holiday Parties for PreK-Grade 5
Izabelle and Mya at Dixon Rotary today! #DixonRotary #DHS SuperStudents
8 months ago, Margo Empen
Isabelle and Mya were DHS Student Representatives at Rotary today. #DixonRotary #DHSstrong
Reminder: Wednesday, October 8th is a Half Day
8 months ago, Dixon Public Schools
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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!
8 months ago, Dixon Public Schools
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Sign up for the Scarecrow Festival's Pumpkin Derby by Friday, October 17th at noon!
https://www.discoverdixon.com/events/scarecrow-festival/
8 months ago, Dixon Public Schools
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