Dowagiac Union Schools Covid-19 Preparedness and Response Plan READ MORE >
The date of Thursday, June 24, 2021, has been determined for the 18th Annual Chieftain Golf Outing to be held at Indian Lake Golf Course. READ MORE >
Good afternoon Dowagiac Union Schools Community. As we continue to work through life with COVID, we currently provide different ways for the district to stay connected to school events at the PAC such as board meetings and various performances/activities where our students are involved.Therefore, I want to share the latest pilot project being implemented from the... READ MORE >
Dowagiac Union Schools State of the Union Newsletter has recently been released. View a copy of it here. https://5il.co/p9i9 READ MORE >
Dear Counselors and School Administrators,MI Student Aid is encouraging you to spread the word to your students and families looking for help paying for college! Students and families can register for a Virtual College Financial Aid Night provided by Treasury’s MI Student Aid team. Sessions will be available every Tuesday and Thursday evening during the month of... READ MORE >
WNIT is providing more at-home learning activities for students and families, and here are the most recent schedules!PBS KIDS Curriculum-Based Educational Programming for Pre-K through Grade 4At Home Learning InformationWNIT Schedule READ MORE >
Sub bus drivers needed. If interested, please contact the transportation department for more information. 269-782-4482. https://5il.co/npwk READ MORE >
Calling children, parents, and all believers in the Magic of Christmas! Jolly 'Ole St. Nick will return to Dowagiac this Sunday from 4 to 5 p.m. for a special appearance with Miss Dowagiac Lynsie Stolpe and her Court of Honor! Santa will make a guest appearance on the Miss Dowagiac Float, which will be escorted through the community by the Dowagiac police and... READ MORE >
Applications from interested applicants are still being accepted until January 6, 2021, at 4 p.m. by the Dowagiac Union Schools Board of Education to fill an upcoming vacant board seat. This seat will be to fulfill the remainder of a current term, 2 years, due to the recent election results. Applicants must submit a letter of interest to the board. Interested... READ MORE >
Please read the letter from the Superintendent regarding the returning to face-to-face instruction on Wednesday, December 9th. https://drive.google.com/file/...http://bit.ly/duscovid READ MORE >
The Board of Education decided last night to have K-8 go to Distance Learning on Monday, November 23 - December 8, 2020. 9-12 grade is mandated by the state to go Distance Learning effective tomorrow, November 18 - December 8. https://drive.google.com/file/... READ MORE >
Letter to parents and guardians regarding return to school, please click here.Wellness ChecklistDUS Wellness Agreement READ MORE >
Click here to read DUS information regarding the recent ruling of the Michigan Supreme Court. READ MORE >
Should the Board of Education decide to return to face-to-face instruction click here to read information regarding the guidelines that will be in place. READ MORE >
New Postings: Media Aide - Kincheloe Elementary Two (2) Breakfast/Lunch Aides - Sister Lakes ElementaryLunch Aide - Patrick Hamilton Elementary READ MORE >
The Dowagiac Board of Education is meeting September 28, 2020, to consider allowing students to return for In-Person instruction beginning October 12, 2020. The Dowagiac Board of Education is interested in YOUR OPINION regarding this decision. Please complete this survey by Thursday, September 24, 2020.Thank you for your participation and... READ MORE >
Chieftain High School Fall Sports Update information. Please click here. READ MORE >
WNIT has continued to provide at-home learning activities for students and families, and here are the most recent schedules!PBS KIDS Curriculum-Based Educational Programming for Pre-K through Grade 4At Home Learning: September - OctoberWNIT Schedule READ MORE >
Dear Parents, As you know, our school district is planning for the start of bus transportation in early October or sooner. Transportation is especially difficult for us to determine this year. As in previous years, and in order for us to plan accordingly, we are asking families to submit a new transportation request form. If you have not filled out a... READ MORE >
Dowagiac Union Schools 1:1 Chromebook distribution has been completed as of 9/4/2020. If you have not picked up your school supplied Chromebook please contact your building. Students must be registered to receive their Chromebook and there will be a $20 insurance fee for the device. Please click on the link here to read the required agreement that you will sign... READ MORE >
Below you will find examples for K-5 and 6-12 daily schedules of both formats for parents to examine to help them make a decision on the best learning path for their child. Distance and Virtual Daily Schedules Para version en Espanol marque aqui https://drive.google.com/file/... If you have not yet chosen your learning path please do so here. DUS... READ MORE >
The Dowagiac Union Schools announces the sponsorship of the Extended Summer Food Service Program for children. Free meals will be made available to children 18 years of age and under or persons up to age 26 who are enrolled in an educational program for the mentally or physically disabled that is recognized by a State or local public educational agency. ... READ MORE >
Learning Opportunity for Chieftains during the 2020-2021 School Year, Information Notice #2. This fall’s learning options are focused on two paths. The first is a combination of Distance Learning and In-Person Instruction. The second choice that families’ have access to is Virtual/Cyber learning. Later on, we will share a more in-depth explanation of... READ MORE >
Greetings, Chieftain Nation! Last night’s Board of Education meeting was jam-packed and included the approval of DUS return to school for this coming fall. Today’s message will have the big picture information. Starting next week, we will be sharing more detailed information to help you prepare for the start of the 2020-21 school year. The first day for... READ MORE >
Kindergarten Round-Up will be taking place on the following dates:Patrick Hamilton - Wednesday, August 12thSister Lakes - Thursday, August 13thJustus Gage - Tuesday, August 18thKincheloe - Wednesday, August 19thIf you pre-registered your child for kindergarten online or by turning in a registration packet, you will be contacted soon to make an appointment for your... READ MORE >
Here is an update from Superintendent Whan regarding this Fall. Please follow this link - https://drive.google.com/file/... READ MORE >
FREE Preschool & Kindergarten Screening Clinics available. Please click on the link for more information. https://vbcassdhd.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/2020-preschool-HV-clinics-CALL-TO-MAKE-APPT.pdf READ MORE >
Dowagiac Union Schools first day of school is August 31st, 2020. Provided that the State of Michigan is in Phase 4-6 our opening will include face to face instruction. Details will be posted later when further guidance is received from the State. The "Return to School Roadmap" from the governor's office is located here: https://www.michigan.gov/docum... READ MORE >
Please click here to view the Letter to the community. READ MORE >
New Posting: DMS Cheer Coach View posting here: https://5il.co/h6pb READ MORE >
We have changed our Kindergarten Round-Up procedure to keep everyone as safe as we can. No dates have been decided to do the actual physical screening but we still need to get the incoming students registered for the fall. You have a couple options for completing the registration! We have online forms available below, or you can print the registration packet... READ MORE >
For the 2020-2021 School YearOnline Registration Will Be Available on Dowagiac Schools Website onTuesday April 28, 2020You may drop off completed packets or pick up packets to complete at any Dowagiac Elementary School on these days/timesMay 4, 2020 from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.May 11, 2020 from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.May 12, 2020 from 12 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.May 26, 2020... READ MORE >
Cass County has a number of resources for you during this trying time and every other day as well! Here is the Cass County Resource Guide. READ MORE >
Newest edition of the State of the Union District Newsletter is now available. To read, go to the Menu and navigate to District Newsletters. Quick link to District Newsletter READ MORE >
Dowagiac Union Schools is honored to receive the 2019 Member of the Year Award from the Dowagiac Chamber of Commerce. This award recognized everyone at Dowagiac Union Schools. The Chamber praised all staff in going “above and beyond” supporting our students and the community. Superintendent Jonathan Whan graciously accepted the award on behalf of the school... READ MORE >