Tomorrow is Rock Your Designer "Genes" Day! Wear your favorite jeans in support of Down Syndrome Awareness!! ***No Costumes. Thanks!
Please see the Decatur County School Safety update from Director Villaflor and School Safety Supervisor, Hugh Smith at https://5il.co/27mo7
In honor of cancer awareness, RHS cheerleaders will be hosting a survivor walk for those that have had cancer, going through cancer, or have a family member that has battled cancer tonight, 10-19 at the football stadium at 6:30. If you would like to participate in this walk, please meet at the goal post at 6:25.
The Decatur County School System is seeking applicants for a Part-time Social Work Intern to work with the Coordinated School Health Office. Applicants should submit a detailed resume that includes previous employment experience and all license/certifications. Applications may be picked up at the Board of Education Office or filled out at www.decaturcountyschools.com under the Employment tab. Only applicants with appropriate credentials will be considered for the position. Applications should be sent to Hugh Smith, Human Resources Supervisor, Decatur County Board of Education, 59 West Main Street, P.O. Box 369, Decaturville, TN or emailed to hugh.smith@decaturschools.org. The deadline for submitting an application is October 30, 2023.
For questions or more information about this position, please contact Jessica Hollingsworth, Coordinated School Health, at jessica.hollingsworth@decaturschools.org or call (731)847-2928.
This week's football game against JCM will be played at Larry Barrett Stadium on THURSDAY, October 19th at 7:00pm. This is a change in schedule. We look forward to seeing you under the Friday Night Lights on Thursday night!
Congratulations to Ms. Anita Coleman on her retirement after 38 years, 4 months, and 8 days with Decatur County Schools!
With the cooler weather, students will be wearing extra layers of clothing. Please write your child's name in their jackets or shirts that may be removed while at school.
If your child is missing an item of clothing, check with your child's teacher if you think it may be at DES. Thanks!
Congratulations to Mr. Jeff Jones on being selected the Decatur County Schools Teacher of the Month! He was recognized at this month's board meeting and presented with a plaque to commemorate his achievement! Read all about Mr. Jeff here or in The News Leader next week!
Our students kicked off Down Syndrome Awareness Month with Crazy Sock Day!
Please take a moment to check out our new video: "Our Students, Our Story," to see all the great things happening in Decatur County Schools!
https://5il.co/26yyi
You should be receiving a card with information regarding eligibility and renewal coverage for TennCare members. If this applies to you, we hope you gather the information you need. If it does not apply to your family, please disregard. Thanks!
Help us celebrate our extra special friends with dress up days in October! Please see the picture for more information!
Thank you to everyone who came out to support the girls golf team as they head to the state tournament! Good luck, girls! Bring home the hardware!
Congratulations to Brodie Fowler, Riverside Senior, on being selected as a JAGTN Career Association state officer! Brodie will join the other three officers on an all expenses paid trip to Washington DC to the National Career Association Student Leadership Academy, where he will been state and national leaders from across the country and learn about being a community and state leader! Congratulations, Brodie!
We look forward to seeing all students and staff back in school tomorrow, Monday the 9th, on regular schedule! We hope everyone had a great fall break! See you tomorrow!
DES Fall Pictures! You can order online at my.lifetouch.com or wait for a proof!
School Name: Decaturville Elementary School
Picture Day Date: Tuesday, October 10
Picture Day ID: EVT6K3CQ3
The RHS band is selling fruit now through Decmber 10th. This can be purchased online or from any band member! If you order online, you have the option to ship to your home! Let's support our band and spread the word!
https://shop.floridaindianrivergroves.com/ecommerce/1141020
Congratulations to Ms. Brynn Kelley on being selected as the September Teacher of the Month at DES! Read all about Ms. Brynn next Wednesday, here and in The News Leader!
Fall Break will be October 2nd through October 6th. All schools and offices will be closed! See you back on the 9th!
PTO Coke orders can be picked up Friday, Sept. 29th from 2:30-5:30 at the Decaturville City Park (across from school). Thanks!