In this issue:
- Parent Survey - Make Your Voice Heard
- Principal's Message
- Campus Update
- A Message from Montgomery County
- Summer ACE Program - Family Savings!
- Safer Ohio School Tip Line/Crisis Line
- Safety Protocols
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Parent Survey - Make Your Voice Heard |
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Dear Families,
You are the most important people in your child’s life, and we want to ensure you have the opportunity to shape their school experience.
We’re asking you to participate in our 15-minute survey that will help our school improve communication, academic programming, and overall experience for you and your child.
Click here to participate in the survey.
Thank you!
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Campus Calendar of Events |
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Wednesday, May 3rd:
Rising 5th grade families meeting at DECA Middle 6pm
Thursday, May 4th:
Food Truck OST Test Celebration Day
Friday, May 5th:
Teacher Workday - No School
Monday, May 29th:
NO SCHOOL Memorial Day
Friday, June 2nd:
House Olympics - House Champion Revealed
Friday, June 2nd:
8th Grade Promotion @ West Minster
6:00pm
Friday, June 2nd:
Last Day of School
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Grade Level Field Trips:
May 9th- May 12th:
8th Grade Field Trip to DC
May 15th - 17th:
5th Grade Field Trip to Glenn Helen
May 24th - May 26th:
6th Grade Field Trip to Louisville KY
May 30th - June 1st
7th Grade Field Trip to Camp Joy
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Teacher Appreciation Week
How can you and your student let their teachers know how much you really appreciate them?
You would be surprised how much just a personalized note can go. Let's celebrate our amazing staff together!
May 8th - May 12th is Teacher Appreciation Week and a great time to make sure your son or daughter's teachers know just how much you care.
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Class of 2028 - 2029
Rising 7th and 8th Grade
Flyght Cheer is having tryouts for Flyght Prep Middle School Football and Basketball Squads.
Fill out the interest form here.
Tryout location:
Flyght Fit Kids Club
732 W. National Rd. Vandalia
May 8th - May 11th
6pm-8pm
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Local Help Now - Montgomery County
If you or a family member need help, click here to find mental, emotional, and community support all within Montgomery county.
This website and app are free to use and can help you get the need you or your loved one may need quickly.
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UD Upward Bound Program OPEN HOUSE |
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Rising 9th - 11th Grades
May 6th, 2023
10am - 12pm or 1pm - 3pm
@DECA High
Upward Bound is an intensive year-round college preparatory program that provides academic support and focuses on your personal development during high school. The program is open to prospective first-generation college students (meaning neither parent has received a four-year college degree), as well as students who come from families that meet federal low-income household guidelines.
Our two-part program provides you with year-round academic tutoring, college visits, counseling, workshops, cultural and educational experiences, test preparation, and a six-week Summer Academy with an on-campus living experience.
Questions? Contact: 937-229-3580 or upwardbound@udayton.edu. To learn more, click here.
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Proud of Our Students of the Month! |
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These students were recommended for Student of the Month for their grade level. This means they are living our "DECA Way" every day and we salute their effort and grit!
Each student gets their picture taken, a certificate, a wristband, LUNCH delivered to school for them, and a goody bag! Can you tell we are proud of them?
Students of February
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3rd Quarter Honor Roll Scholars |
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8th Grade
- Carlaya Blackshear
- Anthony Brown
- Amiya Cobbins
- T'Mberlin Heflin
- Chris Hill
- Tylin Lewis
- Faith Manley
- Kevin Martinez Boteo
- Noelle McCalister
- Imani Parks
- Chase Stanley
- Alaiya Thomas
- Eleciya Tillman
- Dezmen Walder
- Eric Wiggins
- London Blythe
- Evelyn Eastman
- Jaalam Higgins
- Jaion Johnson
- Tayaah Marshall
- Torrey Perry
- Daronna Ramey
- Anaya Sanford
- Robert Scroggins
- David Taylor
- Zionna Tharpe
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7th Grade
- Avaney Amerson
- Mercy Averette
- Aaliyah Cook
- Kenneth Horton
- Autumn Jackson
- Kenneth Miliner
- LaKaeli North
- Trinity Perkins
- Nia Poole
- Serenity Scott
- Michael Starks
- Jameesa Taylor
- Dyson Walder
- Myliah Williams
- Summer Barnes
- Daniel Gibson
- Maurion Harrison
- Alexander Letcher
- Rayge Miller
- Amileo Norvell
- Dorcas Oluduyile
- Truth Perry
- Dereana Pierce
- DaJe'Nayah Procter
- De'Asia Ward
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6th Grade
- Khloe Burns
- Kadyn Edwards
- Lloyd Gilbert
- Alize Jasper
- Madison Jones
- Albert Phillips
- Raymond Scroggins
- Aiden Sellers
- Ja'Kaiyah Smith
- Dria Walder
- Sadia Ahmed
- Jai-Vyona Arnold
- Jye Byrd
- Jacinta Chivers
- Machi Clark
- Ryanne Davis
- Kaelyn Enoch
- London Evans
- John Jackson
- Nariah Mccalister
- Donaven McCleskey
- Khylees McKinney
- Ryan Miller
- Zihar Pinson
- December Robinson
- Chrishai'a Taylor-DeVaughns
- MaKenzie Waller
- Rashaad Ward
- Destinee Willard
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5th Grade
- Nyla Lee
- Kayden Miliner
- Jordyn Parks
- Jordan Pegues
- Davionna Williams
- Lauryne Barnes
- Arre'll Chandler
- Triniti Corbitt
- Tamia Dawson
- Anthony Days
- Royce Dunlop
- John Fisher
- Jayda Lockett
- Lhayla Mays
- Lane McNeal
- Terrance Morgan
- Jayden Muhammad
- Matthew Pittman
- Lebraylon Pointer
- Alex Roberts
- Jaxson Robinson
- Christopher Sanders
- Azaria Saucer
- Aniyah Smith
- Kyren Thompson
- Alayia Weaver
- Mylee Wiggins
- LeTerrian Williams
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A Message From Montgomery County |
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Families of DECA, we wanted to be sure to pass on this information that was passed to us. May 1st - May 12th the Judges of the Montgomery County Municipal court have authorized an Amnesty event.
May 1st - May 12th 2023:
All persons with outstanding fines and court costs can pay 1/2 of those costs to the Clerk of the Courts and request the other 50% of costs to be waived during this period in May.
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Summer ACE Program - Family Savings! |
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DECA Parents - Check out this program.
The ACE Educational Savings Account program provides qualifying families with a credit that can be used to pay for a variety of enrichment activities that will accelerate learning for students through the year. These funds can be used for:
- Before- or after-school educational programs;
- Day camps, including camps for academics, music and arts;
- Fees for learning extension centers;
- The purchase of curriculum and material for home-school families;
- Educational, learning or study skills services;
- Field trips to historical landmarks, museums, science centers and theaters – including admission, exhibit and program fees;
- Language classes;
- Musical instrument lessons;
- Tutoring.
You will have to set up an account here and see if you qualify and if the program you want your child to attend qualifies.
Click Here to see already approved organizations that you could receive a $500 credit to cover the cost.
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Safer Ohio School Tip Line/Crisis Line |
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Dear Parent or Guardian:
Governor Mike DeWine established the Ohio School Safety Center (OSSC) in August of 2019 to support schools, first responders, and communities in preventing, preparing for, and responding to threats and acts of violence, including self-harm.
A top priority of the OSSC is increasing information sharing and communication. Victimizations, bullying, and other disorders such as drug and alcohol use are often not reported directly to school authorities or even to parents and guardians. Oftentimes this is because students do not want to be identified, don’t want a friend or classmate in trouble, or simply don’t know how or where to report these threats. The OSSC wants to make sure students are aware of the resources available to them and know they have a safe space to share their concerns.
One available resource coordinated by the OSSC is the Safer Ohio School Tip Line, which is a free service that accepts calls and texts 24/7. The tip line allows students, parents, school administrators, and staff members to anonymously share information with school officials and law enforcement about threats to student safety. The tip line number is 844-723-3764.
The OSSC encourages reporting on:
· Bullying and cyberbullying incidents;
· Self-harm or suicidal behaviors;
· Withdrawn student behaviors;
· Verbal or written threats observed toward students, staff, or the school itself;
· Weapons/suspicious devices on or near school grounds;
· Gang-related activities;
· Illegal drug use; and
· Unusual or suspicious behavior of students or associates.
Another resource is the Crisis Text Line. By texting the keyword “4hope” to 741 741 you will be connected to a trained Crisis Counselor within 5 minutes. Any person may need help in coping with a stressful situation. Reach out by text to communicate with someone trained to listen and respond in a method that is private, secure, and confidential.
The Crisis Text Line is a free, confidential service available 24/7 via text on mobile devices. Data usage while texting Crisis Text Line is free and the number will not appear on a phone bill with the mobile service carrier. People of all ages can use Crisis Text Line.
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Safety Protocols for Emergencies |
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Shelter In Place
Danger in the outdoor environment. NO ONE allowed out of building until all clear.
Drop, Cover, and Hold On
Explosion or earthquake - get under desks and stay safe until all clear. NO ONE allowed out of building until all clear.
Secure Campus
Class continues as normal but NO ONE is allowed out of the building until the outdoor disturbance is resolved.
Lockdown/Barricade
Shooter or imminent threat is inside the building.- NO ONE is allowed in or out of the school until local police have deemed the scene safe.
Evacuation
Students and staff are evacuated from the school.
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