Important Update

The Germantown Municipal School District is following the governor's recommendation to close schools through at least April 24th. 

Click HERE for the latest information from GMSD.

Schoology & Google Hangouts
In an effort to create a uniform learning management platform for grades K-12, the district has expanded Schoology to be available at the elementary school level. Google Hangouts for all students will be utilized by staff. This past week in the Learn From Home Virtual Academy, GMSD technology staff covered the basics of Schoology and Google Hangouts; how to log in, how to turn on your notifications, how teachers will use the platform to both stay in touch with and provide resources to our students. These tips and tricks will be useful to anyone who will be assisting your child with distance learning and are applicable to students grades K-12, including students with disabilities. A recording of the Learn From Home Virtual Academy will be posted  here.

To log in to Schoology, go to  http://app.schoology.com  and enter the email address you have associated with Skyward Family Access. The first time you log in, you will need to reset your password by clicking the "forgot your password" link.  Click here for a  Schoology Parent Guide If you have a ny issues logging in to Schoology, contact Ashley Smith or Hilary McIntyre.

Dogwood will be phasing out the use of Bloomz. While some reminders may still come out through Bloomz, they will be directing parents to Schoology.  

Check your Email
Parents received an email from Dogwood Elementary on Friday, March 27th with the subject Preferred Email asking that parents email their child's teacher with their preferred email address.  Please send an email to each student's homeroom teacher that includes the student's name and the preferred parent email address.

Continue to check your email for the latest information from GMSD and the Dogwood Administration.  Also, follow the Dogwood Elementary Facebook page for additional information and entertainment.

GMSD launches parentCOVIDquestions@gmsdk12.org 
Please send any additional questions you may have to parentCOVIDquestions@gmsdk12.org. We will compile a list of frequently asked questions and post them on our COVID-19 GMSD Parent & Family FAQ webpage

As things continue to change quickly, we will continue to provide updates. 
Spring Pictures

Parents should have received a proof of their student's Spring Pictures via email.  You may order Spring Pictures online through Holland Studios and the pictures will be directly mailed to you.  If you have any questions about Spring Pictures, please email Mrs. Phipps.  
Events
GMSD Color Run

Unfortunately, the 2020 GMSD 5K and Color Run will have to be postponed until a later date due to the Covid-19 virus. We are rescheduling the festival and run  to be held on Sunday, June 14, 2020. However, at this time of uncertainty, there is no guarantee. Let's stay positive, stay home, and work together to eradicate this virus so that we will be able to return to school, work, and have fun within our community. It truly takes a village to do things...let's make it happen! Hope to see you in June!

GMSD Announcements
GMC Art Contest

Calling all artists! Are you looking for something to do while you are at home? The Germantown Municipal Council is sponsoring an Art Contest. This year's theme is "I Love Germantown".  Please see the attached flyer for contest rules and details. 

Please contact Debbie Brown with any questions.
Give Back to Dogwood!
Each of these businesses gives back a portion of your purchase to Dogwood or the Dogwood PTO.  Click on the links below to enroll!

View this video to see just how easy the new BTFE program is to use!
Stay Connected
Dogwood Elementary PTO | (901) 756-2310 |   Email | Website

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