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 >

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 >

To help finalize our Return to School Plan, we are asking parents to complete the following survey: bit.ly/dusbts Parents will be able to complete the survey through Sunday, July 26th. READ MORE >

May 7th, 2020 Good evening, Here are a few reminders and information on what’s going on in the near future at Justus Gage. Student Belongings: have been bagged and will be ready for pickup on Monday and Tuesday, May 11th and 12th. Items for pickup will be available from 9:00 - 3:00 on Monday and 12:00 - 6:00 on Tuesday. We will ask for your child’s name and... 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 >

Today, more parents and students than ever before are experiencing increased levels of stress, anxiety, and isolation, and may need mental health support. Here is some information and resources for supporting student and community mental health during COVID-19. Links to resources for parents supporting student wellness during Covid... 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 >

Below are links to the district, primary and secondary grade level plans for online learning as set forth by the governor. District PlanPrimary PlanSecondary Plan READ MORE >

During the next few weeks, Suzanne, our district school nurse will be reaching out to the parents of students who have medications and medical supplies in the buildings. She will contact you to discuss options regarding medication pick up or disposal. The State of Michigan law requires that all medications that are not picked up must be discarded. If you know... READ MORE >

This is the start of another week and a new program list from WNIT! There are many resources for students to access at home! We are going to be highlighting them over the next few weeks! Here is one that is available on your television. WNIT is available on over the air broadcasting on Channel 34.5 and on Comcast Cable channel 1160. Their programs shown... READ MORE >

There are many resources for students to access at home! We are going to be highlighting them over the next few weeks! Here is one that is available on your television. WNIT is available on over the air broadcasting on Channel 34.5 and on Comcast Cable channel 1160. Their programs shown below can be used by you at home to enrich your student! READ MORE >

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 >

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 >

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 >

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 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 >

SPRING MUSIC PROGRAM: Our Spring Music Program will be held on March 24 at the Dowagiac Middle School at 7:00 p.m. Grades 3, 4, and 5 will be performing along with Special Chorus. All students performing should arrive at 6:45 p.m. Hope to see everyone there supporting JG students. READ MORE >

A child who can read will be an adult who thinks. Sasha Salmina READ MORE >

Maci Eichel is an exceptional 4th grade student. She sets a great example for the other students in our classroom, as well as others in the building. She completes her homework, listens during class lessons, does her very best on every assignment, and is even joining 5th grade to help expand her mathematics knowledge. Maci is a great help, and I always know that... READ MORE >

Here are the links to the documents highlighted above:MDE Memo: https://5il.co/df8nVanBuren Cass District Health Department Memo: https://5il.co/df8m READ MORE >

4th Grade District Team Info.After a strong battle of competition the 6 students pictured above will go on to compete in the Cass County Spelling Bee competition that will include teams from Cassopolis, Dowagiac, Marcellus and Edwardsburg. The date is set for February 27, 2020 with a snow day set for March 6, 2020. Congratulations to: Tucker Thunell, Simeon... READ MORE >

Muffins with Misses: On February 12th our PTO will host Muffins with Misses. It will start at 7:45 and end at 8:15 a.m. Come and enjoy muffins and juice with your Justus Gage student. READ MORE >

I LOVE TO READ CHALLENGE for WSBT: We will be competing against Sam Adams Elementary School, Cassopolis, North Elementary, Watervliet, Moccasin Elementary, Buchanan, Roosevelt Elementary School, Lakeshore. Our day for voting is Friday, February 21, 2020. READ MORE >

We have 2 students from Justus Gage that made the 4th grade Cass County Spelling Bee team. Their names are Jacob Daniel and Madelynn Sovine! They will compete against Cassopolis, Edwardsburg and Marcellus on February 27, 2020. READ MORE >

Justus Gage Elementary School is excited to announce that the Van Buren Cass District Health Department will be offering a great opportunity for our students. On Monday February 24th, 2020 & Tuesday February 25th, 2020, the health department dental hygienist will be at Justus Gage offering a program to help stop tooth decay. The SEAL Michigan Dental Sealant... READ MORE >

Muffins with Misses: On February 12th our PTO will host Muffins with Misses. It will start at 7:45 and end at 8:15 a.m. Come and enjoy muffins and juice with your Justus Gage student. READ MORE >

Please remember to not use the bus drop off area to drop your child off. Please also provide ample room for the buses to enter and exit the drop off lot. We do not want any students crossing Oak Street near the Bus drop off lot. Thanks for doing your part of keeping all students safe! READ MORE >

The dental sealant organization will be here on January 23rd to explain to all students what exactly are the benefits of getting dental sealants and maintaining good oral hygiene practices. It will again be available to have your student receive the sealants at no cost to you. Please keep checking their backpacks for the permission slip that has to be signed and... READ MORE >

Bella James is the third grade student of the month from Justus Gage Elementary. Bella was chosen because she always listens to her teacher, is a good friend to her classmates and has excellent writing skills. The best part of school for Bella is making new friends and learning new things in reading and math. She likes learning about similes, metaphors,... READ MORE >