See you tomorrow DES kiddos!
Mark your calendars! 🗓️ Join us at DES this Thursday at 5:00 PM to learn about Internet Safety, then stay for our 2nd semester FFIN starting right after at 5:30 PM!
Hey DES kiddos! Don't forget that tomorrow is Pajama Day! We’re looking forward to a fun, cozy day together!
📅 Calendar Update – Decatur County Schools
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Please note a change to the Decatur County School System calendar:
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➡️ There will be NO SCHOOL on Monday, December 22nd.
This day was previously scheduled as an abbreviated day; however, schools will be closed, and buses will not run.
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Students, we wish you a wonderful Christmas Break! We look forward to welcoming everyone back on Monday, January 5, 2026.
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Thank you, and enjoy the holidays! 🎄✨
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-ACREASY
Our Golden Spatula Award for the 2nd Quarter goes to 1st Grade! Way to go 1st grade on your Panther Cafe etiquette! The 1st grade students will have a nice reward following the Christmas Break!
Students who AR test in December get entered into a drawing each week. If their name is selected they get to choose a wrapped book to take home! Great job, readers!!🎄📚
Christmas program tonight! See poster for times! 🎄
Thank you PTO for our screens! They look amazing and we appreciate you so much!!
Check out our DES Newsletter for December 👀
Stocking up our Blessing Box at DES! Thank you to everyone who is donating! You are blessing many families with your donations!
Wear red, white, and blue or camo tomorrow in honor of Pearl Harbor Day! 🇺🇸
Important Schedule Update for Thursday, December 4th
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Due to pending inclement weather, the Decatur County Middle School basketball game against Hardin County and the DCMS production of Annie scheduled for Thursday, December 4th, have both been canceled.
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At this time, school is still scheduled to be in session on Friday, December 5th.
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Please continue to check for updates as conditions may change.
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Thank you for your understanding and support.
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ACREASY
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Due to pending inclement weather, the Decatur County Middle School basketball game against Hardin County and the DCMS production of Annie scheduled for Thursday, December 4th, have both been canceled.
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At this time, school is still scheduled to be in session on Friday, December 5th.
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Please continue to check for updates as conditions may change.
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Thank you for your understanding and support.
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ACREASY
Important Schedule Update for Thursday, December 4th
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Due to pending inclement weather, the Decatur County Middle School basketball game against Hardin County and the DCMS production of Annie scheduled for Thursday, December 4th, have both been canceled.
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At this time, school is still scheduled to be in session on Friday, December 5th.
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Please continue to check for updates as conditions may change.
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Thank you for your understanding and support.
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ACREASY
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Due to pending inclement weather, the Decatur County Middle School basketball game against Hardin County and the DCMS production of Annie scheduled for Thursday, December 4th, have both been canceled.
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At this time, school is still scheduled to be in session on Friday, December 5th.
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Please continue to check for updates as conditions may change.
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Thank you for your understanding and support.
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ACREASY
🔔 Reminder: Label Your Child’s Winter Gear
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As the weather gets colder, please take a moment to write your child’s name inside all coats and winter apparel they bring to school. Items such as jackets, pullovers, hoodies, hats, gloves, and scarves are often set down or forgotten throughout the day.
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Labeling these items helps us quickly return them to the correct student. Without a name, they may end up in the lost-and-found or be accidentally taken home by another child.
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Thank you for helping us keep track of everyone’s belongings and making sure our students stay warm this winter!
Due to the Parsons Parade being moved to Thursday night we are canceling our Family Reading Night. Be on the lookout for a new date after Christmas break! 📚
Join us Thursday night for our 2nd Family Reading Night! (Penguin Patch info will be sent home with students Monday and will begin on Tuesday!)
GIVING BACK
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Decatur County Schools proudly supported Decatur County Outreach, led by our very own RHS counselor, Cheyenne Fowler.
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Each school contributed by collecting specific items to help meet the needs of families throughout our community — a powerful lesson in compassion, gratitude, and giving back.
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Thanks to the generosity of our students, their families, staff, and everyone within our school system, Decatur County Outreach is providing Thanksgiving meals to over 200 families this holiday season.
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Thank you to every school, every staff member, every student, and every family who contributed. Because of you, we are making a difference — together.
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ACREASY
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Decatur County Schools proudly supported Decatur County Outreach, led by our very own RHS counselor, Cheyenne Fowler.
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Each school contributed by collecting specific items to help meet the needs of families throughout our community — a powerful lesson in compassion, gratitude, and giving back.
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Thanks to the generosity of our students, their families, staff, and everyone within our school system, Decatur County Outreach is providing Thanksgiving meals to over 200 families this holiday season.
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Thank you to every school, every staff member, every student, and every family who contributed. Because of you, we are making a difference — together.
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ACREASY
Continued Excellence at Decaturville Elementary!
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We are proud to announce that Decaturville Elementary School has been recognized as a REWARD SCHOOL for the 2024–2025 school year!
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Achieving Reward School status reflects exceptional performance in three key areas:
- high academic achievement
- strong student growth
- low chronic absenteeism
This honor celebrates the hard work of our students, the dedication of our teachers and support staff, and the ongoing commitment of our families and community. It demonstrates that students in Decatur County continue to excel and compete with the best across Tennessee.
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We are especially proud of the teamwork that makes this accomplishment possible. While our tested grades earn the official recognition, our lower grades and support staff play a vital role in building the strong foundation that leads to long-term success. This achievement highlights consistency, high expectations, and a shared commitment to excellence throughout our entire school.
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Thank you for your continued support of Decaturville Elementary. Together, we will keep striving for even greater success!
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ACREASY
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We are proud to announce that Decaturville Elementary School has been recognized as a REWARD SCHOOL for the 2024–2025 school year!
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Achieving Reward School status reflects exceptional performance in three key areas:
- high academic achievement
- strong student growth
- low chronic absenteeism
This honor celebrates the hard work of our students, the dedication of our teachers and support staff, and the ongoing commitment of our families and community. It demonstrates that students in Decatur County continue to excel and compete with the best across Tennessee.
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We are especially proud of the teamwork that makes this accomplishment possible. While our tested grades earn the official recognition, our lower grades and support staff play a vital role in building the strong foundation that leads to long-term success. This achievement highlights consistency, high expectations, and a shared commitment to excellence throughout our entire school.
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Thank you for your continued support of Decaturville Elementary. Together, we will keep striving for even greater success!
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ACREASY
The best Thanksgiving meal was served to us today!! Thank you Panther Cafe Staff for such a great meal!! We appreciate y'all!!
Tomorrow is the last day to turn in PEANUT BUTTER for our Community Outreach! :)
