

Last night, a car struck a utility pole and resulted in power outages near and around the high school. We have been informed all power has been restored. However, it has also caused our phone system to go down. We are working to resolve this issue, but we may not be able to call out or receive phone calls to our buildings and at the bus garage today. We will continue to keep you updated and let you know when our phone system has been fixed.

Phone Update: Phone lines have been successfully restored across all buildings in our district. Wishing everyone a wonderful day!


Tomorrow, September 17, is Constitution Day! All of our buildings will participate in a range of activities throughout the day to honor the signing of the United States Constitution in 1787.


Bus #16 is running 25 minutes behind schedule this morning. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.


Attention, Chieftain Fans! A few reminders of our Rules and Regulations at Chris Taylor Alumni Field: no backpacks, no outside food, no outside drinks, and all elementary and DMS students MUST be accompanied by an adult. We will be offering $1 Student Tickets to ALL Dowagiac students. Student tickets must be purchased at their school during school hours. If they are not purchased during school hours, tickets at the gate will be full price. During the 3rd quarter we will be shutting down the ticket booths and not allowing re-entry into the game. Let’s Go Chieftains!!!

Never Forget.


Thank you!




We hope that everyone has had a great first week of school. Here are a few reminders, and we hope that you enjoy your long weekend. Welcome Back!



The 2024-25 school year has begun! We are excited to see our students today. Have a great first day and year!


Bus App! If you are needing further assistance from our bus garage please contact them at 269-782-4482.


We are so excited for this upcoming school year. Click the link to the 2024-25 District Newsletter, Volume 35, Number 1:https://dowagiacschools.edurooms.com/engage/dowagiac-union-schools/newsletters/district-newsletter35-1

Important Dates!



Please contact the Athletic Department if you are interested in All Sports Passes for the 2024-25 school year.


It is now time to register your elementary students, whether they are returning or new, for the upcoming 2024-25 school year. Please note that this can also be done in person. Link to student registration page: https://www.dowagiacschools.org/o/phes/page/student-registration-phe

Dowagiac Union Schools Technolgy Sale addition! We have complete security camera systems available. $250 for up to eight cameras with the NVR. These are Reolink RLN16-410 NVR’s with Reolink RLC-820A 4K cameras. The security systems will be available during our Technology Sale on Wednesday July 31 9am-3pm and August 1 12-5pm. The sale will be held at the Autoshop Building (corner of Lowe and West Prairie Ronde). All sales are cash only. For questions call 269-782-4477.