The Lancer Look: a DMS WEEKLY UPDATE Friday, November 22Nd Upcoming Events

The Lancer Look: A DMS WEEKLY UPDATE Friday, November 22nd Upcoming Events:

Monday, November 25th - Two Hour Early Dismissal - Alternative Schedule for IXL Diagnostic Tuesday, Novembre 26th - No School for Students Wednesday, November 27 - No School for Students Announcements:

Parent Pick-Up Reminder Just a reminder that at the end of the school day students must be picked in our parent pick up line (to the left of DMS). Students are not permitted to get picked up in the front parking lot at the end of the school day.

Rock Raymond Rumble We are very excited to announce that on Thursday evening, March 19th, 2020 from 6:45-8:45pm, Downingtown Middle School will host a fundraising extravaganza that has been dubbed, "The Rock Raymond Rumble." This event will be a hybrid "Rock and Wrestling" bonanza featuring DMS's own legendary rock and roll band, "Middle School Glory" (Mr. Heggie, Mr. Basilio, Dr. Hufford) along with professional wrestling from WXW C4!

Dr. Indeglio, accompanied by his manager, Mr. Mulvey, will return from retirement yet again to face his longtime arch-nemesis, "Supreme" Lee Great, managed by a familiar face from DASD. In addition, the age-old question of "Who Rules History?" will be answered when Mr. D'Ercole battles Mr. Bacchus in an epic contest!

This event will benefit "A Gift of Life" (https://www.donors1.org/) which is the nation's leading organ procurement organization coordinating more organ and tissue donors than anywhere else in the United States. Our very own Academic Coach, Mrs. Brown, received a heart transplant from A Gift of Life, and she strives to increase awareness and support for this amazing organization. The Rumble at Rock Raymond will also benefit recent transplant recipient, Samu Anoa'i, who has thrilled millions as a WWE Superstar and helped many more in his community as a trainer and path away from the streets, including Dr. Indeglio.

Live Ticket Sales Site: https://downingtownmiddleschool.ticketspice.com/the-rumble-on-rock-raymond

nd Special Cyber Monday Ticket Deal Running Now Through Cyber Monday. December 2 , 2019: Enter DMSCYBERMONDAY

Promotional Video from Today’s Lancer Live Morning Announcements: https://youtu.be/8SjlY8CkJRA

Read to B

Gently Used Books, Costumes & Toys Drive!

A local Chester County student run organization is looking for gently used books, costumes, and toys in order to provide local kids in need a fun and imaginative surprise. The organization, Read to B, exists to promote the love of reading and creativity in kids. Started by three Chester county siblings and their love of books and acting them out, over 600 packages have been donated over the past seven years to area children.

They will match up donations such as a Harry Potter book and a used Harry Potter robe and bundle them together. A donated book about cars could be packaged with a donation of used toy cars. This will allow a child to receive a gift that can inspire their love of reading and creating.

th Donations can be brought in immediately, during parent conferences, and through December 12 . There is a collection box in the main office.

Thank you for your consideration. We are grateful for our generous DMS families. Any questions can be th directed to Kellie Dunn, one of our 7 grade ELA teachers at [email protected]. More information can be found at www.readtobe.org

Student Council Sponsored Toy Drive The DMS House Council will be collecting toys for over 250 preschoolers in the Chester County Head Start th Programs. Inexpensive toys between $5 - $10 can be turned in to Ms. Mingioni in B202 by Friday, December 13 . We could also use wrapping paper donations as well. Thanks for your help in making the season merry and bright for a preschooler in our community!

Yearbook

2020 Yearbooks and 8th Grade Baby Ads are now on sale! Prices will increase soon!

Please visit: https://tinyurl.com/y5mhj9ch to make your purchase.

Order early and save money! Yearbook: $28 until January 1st then price goes up 8th Grade baby ad: $30 (purchase of baby ad does NOT include a yearbook, yearbook must be purchased separately)

Attention 8th Grade Parents who have purchased a baby ad- Please check your email for instructions on building and submitting your baby ad.

Any questions, please contact Ms. Grothmann ([email protected])

Turkey Trot th The Downingtown West Cross Country team is hosting the 18 annual Chester County Turkey Trot on Thanksgiving morning at 8:00 AM at Downingtown West. The 5k race and 1 mile walk raises money for the team and for the Cure4Cam Childhood Cancer Foundation. Thanks to our sponsors, the 2019 race has already raised over $20,000 for childhood cancer research and awareness . Please join us on Thanksgiving – it’s a very festive way to start the holiday morning!! Register at https://runsignup.com/dtowntrot .

Athletics:

Winter Sports

Boys’ Basketball th 7 Grade tryouts December 3-5 - Time TBD th 8 Grade tryouts December 12, 13, and 16 - Time TBD

Check out our DMS Athletics page for information regarding all our Sports: https://www.dasd.org/Page/2498 Club Updates:

World Language Club Are you interested in participating in fun cultural events that include things like music, food, and celebrations? Come join the World Language Club! Our first meeting will be in Room D204 on Tuesday, December 3 from 2:45-4:00PM.

Check out our DMS Clubs page for information regarding all our Clubs/Activities: https://www.dasd.org/domain/950

Counselors’ Corner:

Spirit Gear:

Welcome to DMS! The DMS Spirit Store is LIVE for all of your Downingtown Middle School Spirit Wear needs. From hoodies to tee-shirts to hats and sweatpants, they’ve got it all. Check everything out at the link here: This is the link: http://spsgraphics.com/DMS

HOme and School:

Please use this link to access our virtual community bulletin board. Here you will find information about programs and events that may be of interest to your family. Programs that were previously advertised in the schools are now posted to the virtual bulletin board.