As of today at 9:16 AM, Executive Order No. 2020-35 "Provision of K-12 education during the remainder of the 2019-20 school year," was signed by Governor Whitmer. As we are assessing the 17-pages of the E.O., I felt there was vital information that would be helpful for you to know to help the transition begin. I am going to share the information in a timeline... 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 >
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... READ MORE >
To help you keep your student thinking and learning, 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 READ MORE >
Dowagiac was well represented at the Lewis Cass ISD County Spelling Bee Meet which was held at Southwestern Michigan College. Spelling Bee team members competing were from grade levels 4th -5th, 6th & 8th. At the 4th grade level: Simeon Schaller earned first place honors and Hunter Steiman placed second. For the fifth through eighth grade bee, Tessa Deering... READ MORE >
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... READ MORE >
IMPORTANT MEDICATION INFORMATION: If your student will need medications currently on file at school or medical equipment used in the school setting during the closure, please go to the building that your child attends. Buildings will be open on Monday (3/16) & Tuesday (3/17) 8 am – 3 pm; and Wednesday (3/18) 8am – noon. Sports/Extracurricular All... READ MORE >
During our school closure (March 16-April 3) we will be providing meals (breakfast and lunch) at the following stops. These are the stops that we make during the Summer Program. These meals are available for all children 18 years and under. 11-11:30 Twin Lakes Park, Lakeshore Road, Dowagiac 11:00-11:30 Riverside Apartments, 550 Riverside Drive,... READ MORE >
On March 12, Governor Whitmer declared that all schools in Michigan are to be closed from March 16- April 5. Below is a link and image of a letter from Superintendent Whan. There is also a link and image of book report ideas. As more information is available, we will share it with you. Letter from Superintendent Whan: https://5il.co/dp0y Book Report Ideas:... READ MORE >
JOIN THE CIRCUS IN DOWAGIAC! Meet the Starfish coaches and try all the skills in our casting workshop. FRIDAY APRIL 17, 2020. 3-5PM ages 12+ (alumni welcome!) 5:15-6:30PM Ages 5-11 Dowagiac Middle School Performing Arts Center Participation is FREE ($15 show t-shirt required, scholarship shirts available) *Shows 7:30PM May 2 and 2:30PM May 3* For... READ MORE >
Please open for information on Dowagiac Union Schools and the Coronavirus from Superintendent Jonathan Whan. Here are the links to the documents highlighted above: MDE Memo: https://5il.co/df8n VanBuren Cass District Health Department Memo: https://5il.co/df8m READ MORE >
The 2020 Census is quickly approaching,and it is important to Cass County andthe state of Michigan. The data is used todistribute federal dollars for schools, roads,bridges, libraries, healthcare, hospitals,and infrastructure.Dowagiac Union Schools is encouragingeveryone to“BE COUNTED”!! READ MORE >
It’s that time of year again – The Avenue Family Network, Inc. is preparing for their annual “Someone Special Dance” benefiting the Cora Lamping Center for Survivors of Domestic & Sexual Violence. They invite all children and the special adult(s) in their lives to enjoy music, dancing, raffle prizes, carousel rides, and more! This year’s event will take place on... READ MORE >
As seen in the Dowagiac Daily News: "Debra Cahill, the food director at Dowagiac Union Schools, invited junior Kimi Beattie, junior Gabrielle Munson and senior Jacob Beach to accept a $1,000 check for the school’s participation in the Sodexo Healthy High School Challenge. The school’s video submission, titled “Fast Jacob,” demonstrated the importance of healthy... READ MORE >
The Dowagiac Union Schools Foundation awarded several mini-grants in October. For a listing of the grants see the District Newsletter for February 2020. New applications were considered in January. Thanks to the Foundation for the continued support! Click here for information on the DUS Foundation. 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 >