🌟🏃♀️ Dragonfly Dash Update 🏃♂️🌟
Thank you, amazing Dragonfly Dash supporters! What a fantastic event it's been! 🙌 But guess what? The fun's not over yet! You can still make a difference and WIN cool prizes! 🎉
📆 DONATION DEADLINES:
- 💻 Online donations are accepted until Monday, 10/16/23.
- 💰 Cash or check donations are welcomed through Wednesday, 10/18/23.
🎉 THIS WEEKEND - GET READY FOR AWESOME PRIZES:
- 🎟️ Fri, Sat, Sun: We're drawing lucky winners for $15 in Santa Shop Bucks! 🎅✨
- 🎟️ Plus, VIP early entrance into the shop once it opens!
🎁 WEEKEND SPECIAL: Every donation from Friday to Sunday enters you into a draw for a fantastic soccer ball and net set! ⚽️🥅
🎉 WINNERS ANNOUNCED:
Mark your calendars for Monday - we'll reveal the lucky winners during the morning announcements! 🗓️🎙️
Keep the Dragonfly Dash spirit alive and help us make a positive impact! Donate now, and let's keep the excitement going! 🏃♀️🏃♂️ #DragonflyDash #CommunitySupport #DonateNow
🌟 Exciting News! 🌟 Ms. King and Ms. Wood recently had the honor of representing Dixon Road at the "NCPMI Pyramid Model Goes to Kindergarten" conference. They're thrilled to bring back a wealth of knowledge on supportive, restorative, community, and relationship practices after two incredible days at the event. Huge thanks to NCDPI for hosting this interactive and enlightening experience and empowering our teachers to foster social-emotional growth in the Dixon Road Elementary School community. 🤝📚 #EmpowerTeachers #SEL #DixonRoadEducators
📢 Attention 1st grade families! 📢
We regret to inform you of a last-minute change to our scheduled event. 😔
The 1st grade family literacy night, originally planned for TONIGHT, Tuesday, October 10th, has been CANCELLED. 🚫📚
We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and thank you for your understanding. Please stay tuned for updates on future events and activities. Your support means the world to us! 🌍❤️ #EventUpdate #1stGradeFamilies #StayTuned #CommunitySupport #ThankYouForUnderstanding 📢📆📚
🎉🌟 Congratulations to the amazing winners of the Dragonfly Dash weekend challenge! 🏆✨
All it took was securing a donation, and your classroom had a chance to win big! 🙌🎁 How awesome is that, right?! 🤩
🎩 Dr. Hill and our fantastic office staff pulled out the winning names, and here they are:
🌟 Friday - William from Ms. Anderson's class
🌟 Saturday and Sunday - Emma from Ms. Bedore's class
🌟 The Scooter - Paisley from Ms. Adams' class
🌟 Classroom Gift Basket - Ms. Evaniak
🌟 Popsicles for the Class - Ms. Mawyer's class
A massive round of applause to all the winners! 🎉👏 You've made us proud, and your efforts are truly appreciated. Let's keep the Dragonfly Dash spirit soaring high! 🚀🐉 #DragonflyDash #WeekendChallengeWinners #Congratulations #DragonflyPride #WeAreWinners #CommunitySupport 🌈🏃♀️🏃♂️🎈
☀️ Good morning, Dragonfly families! 🌟
The excitement is still buzzing, and we're extending the chance to win popsicles for your students! 🍦🎉 We've had so much fun that we're continuing until Thursday, October 12th!
👉 How to enter: Donate any amount to put your student's class into the drawing. 🎁📥
Let's keep the momentum going and make this year's Dragonfly Dash the best yet! 🏃♀️🏃♂️💨 Thank you for your continued support and enthusiasm. Together, we're soaring to new heights! 🚀🐉 #DragonflyDash #PopsicleParty #DonateToWin #DragonflyFamilies #CommunitySupport #TogetherWeSoar 🙌🌟
🚀🌈 DRES Red Ribbon Week 2023 🌈🚀
Mark your calendars and get ready to show your commitment to a drug-free life during Red Ribbon Week at DRES! 🙌🚫
📅 Tuesday, October 24th (wear sneakers or boots):
Don't Let Drugs Sneak Up on You! 👟 OR Give Drugs the Boot! 🥾
📅 Wednesday, October 25th (School yearbook picture day - please dress appropriately):
Dress to Impress; think about your future! 📸🌟
📅 Thursday, October 26th (wear a team jersey or DRES spirit wear):
Team-Up Against Drugs! 🏈👕
📅 Friday, October 27th (wear school-appropriate pajamas):
Our dreams are too big for drugs. 💤🌙
📅 Tuesday, October 31st (wear jeans & a hat in support of our wonderful PTO’s Hat Day $1):
Hats off to being drug-free! 🧢 AND I'm a JEAN-IUS; I'm drug-free! 👖🤓
Let's unite as a school community, spread the message of kindness to our minds, and live a drug-free life. 🤝💪 Together, we can make a difference! 🌟
#RedRibbonWeek #BeKindToYourMind #DrugFree #DRESCommunity #SpreadKindness #TogetherWeCan #DRES2023 💙🌈
Llamando a todos los héroes: ¡En NSLW celebramos el poder del almuerzo escolar! En la búsqueda del éxito académico, las investigaciones muestran que los almuerzos escolares saludables brindan a los niños la ayuda que necesitan para sobresalir. #NSLW23 #SubedeNivelconelAlmuerzoEscolar
Today is the first day of National School Lunch Week!
This year the School Nutrition Association and JCPS are celebrating the power of school lunch! In the quest for academic success, research shows that healthy school lunches give kids the stats they need to come out on top. 🥗🍞
#NSLW23 #LevelUpWithSchoolLunch
🎉🌟 Hats off to Cristy Speight for her outstanding work! 📝✨ She's just secured a GO Grant to fund an incredible 3rd-grade field trip to the Museum of Life and Science! 🏛️🔬🌿 We can't wait to see our young explorers embark on this educational adventure. 🚌👧👦 Kudos to Cristy for making learning so much fun! 🙌🎓 #FieldTripFun #EducationMatters #MakingADifference
📸 Exciting News! 🍁 Mark your calendars, because talented photographers from Strawbridge Studios will visit our school on 10/25/2023 to capture those beautiful Fall memories! 🍂 Don't miss out on updates, promotions, and exclusive deals by signing up here: https://bit.ly/Fall_Pics , or scan the QR code🍎📚 Remember to enter your child's name exactly as it appears on school records when submitting their information. 🏫 Get ready for picture-perfect moments! 📷 #SchoolPortraits #FallPictures #SmileBright
Dr. Angela Hill, principal of Dixon Road Elementary is our next #NationalPrincipalsMonth recognition!
Not only is Dr. Hill a passionate and results-driven school leader, she brings more than 20 years of experience into her first year at Dixon Road Elementary. Dr. Hill continues to impact education both near and far. In fact, she was recently appointed to the East Carolina University Alumni Association board. To learn more about Dr. Hill's prestigious appointment, click on the link: https://bit.ly/3PKLURZ
Let's make some noise for our teachers on #NationalTeachersDay!!!
Teachers don't just teach the students of JCPS, they inspire, motivate, mentor, and coach them. Our teachers pour their hearts and souls into their students each and every day. Teaching is a calling, and we are forever grateful to those who have answered that call, and have chosen JCPS to fulfill their purpose!
THANK YOU TEACHERS!!!💝👏
🌟 October is National Principals Month! 🌟
Join us in celebrating the incredible leadership of Dr. Hill, who has truly shone in her first year as principal at Dixon Road Elementary. 🍎✨
Dr. Hill's dedication, passion, and tireless commitment to our school community have made a remarkable difference. She's been the guiding light, fostering a nurturing environment where students thrive. 🏫👩🏫
Let's take a moment to recognize and appreciate the hard work, vision, and heart Dr. Hill brings to Dixon Road Elementary daily. Thank you, Dr. Hill, for your outstanding leadership! 🙌🎉 #NationalPrincipalsMonth #PrincipalAppreciation #DixonRoadElementary #LeadershipMatters
🎃 Get ready for a spooktacular evening at Dixon Road Elementary School's Trunk or Treat event! 🚗🍬
📅 Date: Friday, Oct 27
🕕 Time: 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
But wait, the fun doesn't stop there! We need your help to make this event a treat-filled success. You can contribute by donating candy and non-candy items, which can be dropped off at the school until Oct 25.
🚗 If you'd like to participate with your vehicle, here are some guidelines to follow:
✅ Arrive in the bus parking lot between 5:00 pm and 5:30 pm.
✅ Be ready by 6:00 p.m. to hand out candy.
✅ Stay until the event concludes at 8:00 p.m.
✅ Keep your decorations family-friendly and non-scary.
✅ Please sign up online by Oct 25.
✅ Don't worry about treats; they will be provided for you to pass out.
✅ Vehicle Participation Signup: https://bit.ly/DRESTrunkOrTreat.
🌧️ In case of inclement weather, the event will be canceled, so keep an eye on the weather forecast.
Join us for a fantastic evening of trunk-or-treating fun! 🍭🍫 Let's make this Halloween unforgettable for our Dixon Road Elementary School community. See you there! 🎃👻 #DixonRoadTrunkOrTreat #HalloweenFun #CommunityEvent
🎉🏆 Congratulations to our Fund Hub Weekend Activity Winner: Ms. Bledsoe's Class! 🏆🎉
Ms. Bledsoe's class rocked the weekend with incredible engagement - 1 social media share, 1 new registration, and 8 new donations! 🙌🌟 As a reward, they enjoyed delicious popsicles, and Ms. Bledsoe received a well-deserved gift card! 🍦💳
But guess what? The excitement doesn't stop there! 🚀 We also had a Monday Winner - Ms. Lyon's class! 🎉🥳
Will YOUR class be the next to win? 🤔 Stay tuned because we're holding daily drawings all week long! 🗓️🎁
Keep up the amazing work, everyone! Let's make this week's Fund Hub activities and Dragonfly Dash even more extraordinary! 🌟 #FundHubWinners #EngageWithPurpose #DailyDrawings #DragonflyDash
🧦🍂 It's that time again! Socktober has officially begun at Dixon Road Elementary! 🍂🧦
As the leaves change and the temperatures drop, let's come together to make a difference in our community. Help us help others stay warm this winter by participating in Socktober! 🧦❤️
🧦 What to do:
1. Grab a new pair of socks (or more!) while out shopping.
2. Drop them off in the school office.
Your generous donations will support a local rescue mission, ensuring those in need have cozy, warm feet this season. Let's spread warmth and kindness throughout our community! 🏡❤️
Let's make Socktober 2023 the warmest and coziest one yet! Thank you for your support! 🍁🧦 #Socktober #CommunityKindness #WarmthForAll
We are so excited to see the support for our “Dragonfly Dash,” but we are not done yet! We are challenging our families to help get the word out. This week, we ask all families to share your student’s fundraising page. The class with the most growth by Sunday night at midnight will be rewarded with a popsicle party on Monday, October 9th. The teacher of the winning classroom will receive a gift card! If you are already registered, just click the sharing icon to share your student’s fundraising page. Each share will give your student’s class a better chance to win. If you are not registered, it is not too late. Use the link below to register your student and share today. Only donations between today and Sunday at midnight will count toward the classroom totals.
Dragonfly Dash | FundHub (getmovinfundhub.com)
🧢🌟 Hat Day at Dixon Road Elementary! 🌟🧢
Get ready to top off your style because we're having a Hat Day at Dixon Road Elementary! 🎩👒🧢
📅 Date: 9/29/23
🧮 Price of Admission: Just $1
Here's the deal: On 9/29/23 (TOADY), we're inviting all our amazing students to bring a dollar and wear their favorite school-appropriate hat ALL DAY! 🎉
Whether it's a funky fedora, a sporty baseball cap, or a cozy beanie, it's your chance to show off your unique style and support a great cause. 💁♂️🙋♀️
The best part? All the funds raised will go towards school projects, making our school community even more awesome! 🙌💰
Let's make this Hat Day the most stylish and charitable event ever. Don't forget to snap some pics and share your hat-tastic looks with the hashtag #DixonRoadHatDay! 📸👑
Get ready to rock those hats, Dixon Road Elementary! 🧢🌟 #HatDayFun #SchoolSpirit #DressToImpress
🌟✨ Celebrating Our Superstar: Mr. Strickland! ✨🌟
🏫 Dixon Road Elementary School is thrilled to shine a spotlight on our Classified Staff Member of the Month - the incredible Mr. Strickland! 🎉💼
Mr. Strickland, with his big heart and unparalleled problem-solving skills, is the heart and soul of our school community. 💖
He goes above and beyond daily to make our school a better place. He truly does everything from helping students with their daily challenges to keeping our school running like a well-oiled machine! 🙌🔧
His dedication, kindness, and unwavering commitment to our students and staff inspire us all. 🌟💪
Let's give Mr. Strickland a huge round of applause for his exceptional contributions to our school! 👏👏
Do you have a story or message you'd like to share about Mr. Strickland? Drop it in the comments below, and let's show him some well-deserved appreciation! 💌👇
#StaffSpotlight #SchoolHeroes #DixonRoadPride
🐉🚀 Dragonfly Dash Newsflash! 🚀🐉
Hey there, Dragonfly Dashers! 🌟 Starting next week, get ready for some exciting changes! Any class that takes action on their fund hub classrooms page - whether registering or making donations of any size - will be in the running for our daily classroom reward draw! 🎉
Students can earn rewards for themselves, their classrooms, and our fantastic school! 🏫💪
And here's a pro tip: If your workplace offers donation matching, don't miss the chance to supercharge your students' classrooms! 🚀🌟
But wait, there's more! The classroom that secures the top earnings will be treated to a visit from the legendary Mega Snack Cart 🍿🍪🥤 after the Dragonfly Dash wraps up! Now, that's some motivation! 💰🏆
Remember, our Dragonfly Dash mission is to soar to new heights and raise a minimum of $20,000. This money will be the wind beneath our wings as we fund an outdoor classroom and awesome playground equipment! 🌳🪁
Mark your calendars! All students will receive a snazzy Dragonfly Dash t-shirt on our walk day, October 13. Parents, you can join us and cheer on your champs or walk alongside them during their scheduled time. 🚶♂️🚶♀️
Let's unite, make a difference, and have a blast while we do it! 🌟🙌 #DragonflyDash #FundraisingFrenzy #EducationMatters
