Enjoy today's Read Aloud by Ms. Robinson, principal at Patrick Hamilton, as she reads Pig the Pug by Aaron Blabey. Permission granted by the author. https://youtu.be/R_zwMACnlyg

We are working on ways to support our students during this trying time. To do this, we are asking all families to complete a survey. This will help in our planning. Please go to the following link: http://bit.ly/DUSinternet

Starfish Circus postponed: new date to be announced In response to COVID-19 and the Michigan Stay at Home order effective March 24, 2020 Starfish Circus announces a POSTPONEMENT of the April 17 casting workshop, practices and the May show dates. New dates are coming soon. Watch NEWS at dowagiacschools.org or follow updates and register for the rescheduled event at http://starfishcircus.com/dowagiac/. For additional inquiries email sue@starfishcircus.com

Enjoy today's Read Aloud from Mrs. Aursa, Kindergarten teacher from Justus Gage, reading A read aloud for Dowagiac Families. A Little Bit Brave by Nicola Kinner with permission from Scholastic. https://youtu.be/KKJtQ9f71Q8

Enjoy our daily Read Aloud...Ms. Moore, second grade teacher from Patrick Hamilton, reads Turkey's Eggcellent Easter by Wendi Silvano. Permission granted from Wendi Silvano. https://youtu.be/34v3TRQRL0k

Enjoy our Read Aloud today brought to you by Mrs. Siegel, our elementary Literacy Coach. She will read "The Pirate Jamboree" By Mark Teague with permission for Scholastic books. https://youtu.be/CYmdtDVkX9I

"Meet up to Eat up" program IS STILL A GO! This service is approved as an essential program, and is on the exemption list. Families will be able to pickup the breakfast/lunch packages at the same locations as last week. The list of sites can be found on the district website.

We want to thank the community for your support of the efforts of the DUS staff providing learning packets and the "meet-up and eat-up" program. In these challenging times let's continue keeping a strong and healthy mindset, supporting our neighbors, and treasuring our families.

Here is our very first read along brought to you by Mrs. Daiga! She will be reading "There's Lots that I Can Do!" Look out for more coming soon! https://youtu.be/lsDbN6wXi2E

We have made our learning packets available online, the link is below. You can also pick up a hard copy at the building your child attends this Wednesday through Friday (3/18/20 -3/20/20) from 8 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. http://bit.ly/DUSlearning​

March 16, 2020 Update from Dowagiac Union Schools We are still getting mixed messages from the state regarding if schools are required to move spring break. Due to the confusion, we have made the decision to declare that spring break will stay as our calendar shows. Therefore, DUS spring break will begin Friday, April 3 and last until Sunday, April 12. We are planning and hoping that students can return to school on Monday, April 13. If the Governor or Legislators were to mandate that schools must change spring break or face significant consequences, we will cross that bridge at that time. We wish you good health and safety in these uncertain times. #Chieftains United!!

On March 12, Governor Whitmer declared that all schools in Michigan are to be closed from March 16- April 5. As more information is available, we will share it with you. Letter from Superintendent Whan: https://5il.co/dp0y Book Report Ideas: https://5il.co/dp0z

Hello Dowagiac!! During our school closure (March 16-April 3) we will be providing meals (breakfast and lunch). These meals are available for all children 18 years and under. Click on the link to access the dates and locations: https://5il.co/dp5s

Parents - as many of you know, Governor Whitmer made an announcement last night declaring the closure of ALL K-12 public schools beginning on March 16 and going through April 5th. We WILL be closed per her proclamation. We are working to get more information out to you.

Sub Custodian needed. Please see job posting here or on our Human Resources page. https://5il.co/djk4

Starfish Circus is returning to Dowagiac https://youtu.be/X3t7A9g2OV4

Due to drifting and icy back roads, Dowagiac Unions Schools are closed today, February 27th.

No School February 28th - Mid-Winter Break

Industrial arts students at DMS hard at work! We love to have them out of their seats working!

SAVE THE DATE! Thursday, June 18, 2020 17th Annual Chieftain Golf Outing

Have you seen our new website yet? It rolled out today! We will be highlighting different features in the coming days!