Thanks to all of the Bearkit students, families, and friends that joined us for flag football! #kit2cat
3 days ago, Douglas Middle
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Join us for DMS homecoming Family Flag Football.
Wednesday 6-7pm at the DMS football field.

Students, siblings, parents/guardians are all welcome to play and/or watch!

If weather is bad, we will be in the DMS field house.
#kit2cat
4 days ago, Douglas Middle
A dynamic and modern-style social media graphic promoting a family flag football event. The background features a blurred, action shot of a woman and a child running on a grassy field. The top left is a bold, white and red diagonal stripe design. The text, in large, white, sans-serif font, reads "Let's celebrate homecoming week with **FAMILY FLAG FOOTBALL** AT DOUGLAS MIDDLE SCHOOL." A red, diagonal banner in the lower left corner contains event details in white text: "**WEDNESDAY SEPTEMBER 24 FROM 6-7 PM** DMS FOOTBALL FIELD." Below that, a smaller line reads "Bring the whole family and play or watch flag football." The bottom of the graphic has a small credit line, "Thank you DMS student advisory for making this event possible." A stylized blue shark logo is also included.
As we continue our strategic planning journey, we'd like to share a quick update. We recently held our initial planning meeting, bringing together a diverse group of 24 internal and external stakeholders, called the Strategic Planning Team. During this session, the team developed a strategic plan placemat outlining the proposed mission, vision, values, goals, and objectives for the district.

This placemat will be presented during our upcoming vetting sessions, where we’ll gather input and feedback from multiple stakeholders that represent not only our district but also our community. All stakeholder insights are essential to shaping our strategic plan, and we encourage your active participation. We cordially invite you to participate in one of these sessions scheduled in the Central Administration boardroom on October 1st or 2nd, 2025.

To see scheduled times: https://www.ccsd1.org/article/2418550
5 days ago, Converse 1 Schools
A three-step diagram titled "We're strategic planning!". Step 1: "Develop Draft Plan," showing two people with a plan and a target. Step 2: "Solicit Feedback," showing a group reviewing a document with feedback notes. Step 3: "Finalize Plan," showing two people looking at a completed plan with charts and a briefcase.
In one week... DMS will be celebrating homecoming with a spirit week! #kit2cat
12 days ago, Douglas Middle
Douglas Middle School Spirit Week is from September 22 to September 26. Monday: Pajama Day and Parade Day. Wear your favorite school-appropriate pajamas. No blankets or stuffed animals. Wear your PJs to the parade. Tuesday: Favorite Team Day. Wear your favorite team's shirt or jersey. Wednesday: Cowboys and Cowgirls. Wear your country style clothes. Thursday: Neon. Dress in bright neon colors. Friday: Bearkits. Dress in the school colors.
DMS families and friends:
If you attend any DMS events, take pictures, and don't mind them being used in the DMS yearbook; please share them to
tjohnson@ccsd1.org
15 days ago, Douglas Middle
A poster with a white background and black text. At the top left, a blue and black drawing of a bobcat wearing a backward baseball cap looks to the side. To its right, the words DOUGLAS MIDDLE SCHOOL are in bold, black capital letters. Below the school name is a large, blue line-art drawing of a DSLR camera. Below the camera, there is a block of text in a handwritten font that reads, "DMS families and friends: If you attend any DMS events, take pictures, and don't mind them being used in the DMS yearbook, please share them to tjohnson@ccsd1.org." Below that, in a cursive font, the words "school sanctioned sports only" are written.
Join us for a homecoming week DMS family flag football game.

DMS students can bring the whole family and watch or play on Wednesday, September 24 from 6:00-7:00pm on the DMS football field.
16 days ago, Douglas Middle
A flyer announces a homecoming week event for Douglas Middle School. The event, titled **"Family Flag Football,"** is scheduled for **Wednesday, September 24 from 6-7 PM** at the **DMS Football Field.** The flyer features a photo of a woman and a young boy running, both wearing flag football belts. The text encourages families to "bring the whole family and play or watch flag football." It also includes a thank you to the "DMS student advisory for making this event possible."

We love our new school app! 📱

Over half of our parents are now using the app to:

💬Message teachers

🍕See school lunch menus

📰Get school news

📣Receive urgent alerts

🔔Check notifications

You can also report your child's absence in two easy ways:

🤳🏿Use the Safe Arrival link in the app

📞Call our toll-free number: 844-863-4701

It's everything CCSD1 in your pocket! If you have any problems logging in to the app, please call your child's school. Together, we're making sure every student gets to school safely each day!

Download for Android - https://aptg.co/JHK7nx

Download for iPhone – https://aptg.co/9tssRt

19 days ago, Converse 1 Schools
A digital advertisement showing two mobile phone screens. The left screen shows a social media feed with updates, while the right screen displays a text message conversation. Both screens are part of an app called Converse.

***Friday, September 5, 7:30 AM*** Good news! The Douglas High School phones are working again. You can now call the school directly. Thank you for your patience.

***Friday, September 5, 7:00 AM*** The phones at Douglas High School are still not working. If you need to excuse your child from school, please use our Safe Arrival link within the Converse 1 app or call the toll-free number: 844-863-4701. If you need to call the school, please use this number instead: 307-358-2942. This will connect you to our main office at Central Administration, and we will relay the information.

***3:45 PM*** The phones at Douglas High School are still not working. The issue is unlikely to be resolved before the start of school on Friday, September 5. If you need to call the school, please use this number instead: 307-358-2942. This will connect you to our main office at Central Administration beginning at 7:30 AM. If you need to excuse your child from school, please consider using our Safe Arrival link within the Converse 1 app. An update will be sent to parents at 7:30 am on Friday morning.

***2:30 PM*** Phones at Douglas Middle School are now working. Douglas High School is still not working.

***2:00 PM*** Phones are still not working. Technical support is working to resolve the issue.

***12:00 PM*** Phones are still not working. Technical support is actively working to resolve the issue.

(10:00 am) The phones at Douglas High School and Douglas Middle School are currently not working. If you need to call the school, please use this number instead: 307-358-2942. This will connect you to our main office, and the message will be relayed.

We are working to fix the problem. SMS, phone, and email alerts about this incident were sent at the start of school to DMS and DHS parents. We will send parents another message when the phones at the high school and middle school are working again. Watch for updates here.

23 days ago, Converse 1 Schools
A social media graphic for Converse County School District #1 with the text "ALERT!" and "Important Announcement." An exclamation point is on either side of "ALERT!" and a red megaphone points to the announcement.

Thanks to the businesses that welcomed our new teachers to Converse #1! We appreciate you! #OurCommunity #OurCulture #OurExcellence

https://youtu.be/p4yqXXzwyMs

24 days ago, Converse 1 Schools
A large red apple with a blue and red logo in the center. The logo features the letters "CC" and a paw print. Above the apple, the text "Thanks to our community!" is written in a semi-circle. The image has a blue border at the top and bottom.
DMS P.A.C. (Parent Advisory Council) meeting September 3, 2025 from 5:30-6:15 pm in the DMS office.
24 days ago, Douglas Middle
A flier with a light gray and white textured background. At the top, in large black letters, it reads "DMS P.A.C." and "PARENT ADVISORY COUNCIL." To the right of the text is the logo for Douglas Middle School, which features a blue-colored wolf's head wearing a graduation cap. Below this, there is a paragraph in a smaller, italicized font that states the purpose of the group: "The purpose of the Douglas Middle School PAC is to promote activities that enhance the joy and well-being of Douglas Middle School students while supporting the staff and the administration and keeping parents involved." Near the bottom of the flier is a red rectangular box with the event details in white letters: September 3, 2025 5:30-6:15 pm in the DMS office To the left of the red box, there is a small blue rectangular box with white, italicized text that reads: "Children welcome, no need to arrange child care."

Thank you for your patience as we learn our new Converse #1 app! Today at 8:00 AM we sent out a reminder about early release on Fridays. Unfortunately, the phone call displayed an incorrect number (from Little Rock, AR) instead of our Converse #1 phone number. We've corrected this issue and future calls will show the proper number. We also accidentally sent a duplicate message at 3:20 PM. If you did not receive the notifications, please contact your child's school. Thanks again for your understanding as we learn together!

about 1 month ago, Converse 1 Schools
The image shows a "Thank you for your patience!" message from Converse County School District #1, with a large blue exclamation point icon and logos for Douglas High School, Douglas Middle School, and Bearpaws Athletics.

Reminder: Early Friday Schedule Starts This Week!

📅 This Friday, August 22nd, all K-8 schools will begin the new early dismissal schedule, aligning with our high school.

⏰ Check the new bell schedules: http://bit.ly/4mykkGh.

🚌Check out the bus route times: http://bit.ly/4fCRGlq.

✅ Total instructional time stays the same - just redistributed throughout the week.

Questions? https://www.ccsd1.org/article/2325792

#CCSD1 #EarlyFriday #BackToSchool

about 1 month ago, Converse 1 Schools
A blue and white graphic with an alarm clock icon. The text reads: "STARTING FRIDAY. K-8 schools aligning with the high school schedule! Early Friday Dismissals Begin August 22, 2025."

Douglas Middle School picture day is on August 27, 2025.

Picture order packets can be picked up in the DMS office or orders can be made online at mylifetouch.com using school code: EVT2PP6Q8


All students will get their picture taken. Photos can be reviewed online prior to ordering.


Middle School homeschool students can come for photos at 8:ooam.

about 1 month ago, Douglas Middle
A whimsical, cartoon-style illustration of a camera on a tripod. The camera is gray with colorful accents in blue, green, yellow, and hot pink. The camera's screen displays the text "SCHOOL PICTURE DAY" in a simple, handwritten font. The overall style is playful and slightly retro, with a textured, crayon-like appearance.

We’re excited to share that Rooms, our new two-way communication platform, and School Messenger Safe Arrival are officially live !

Starting today, families will begin receiving messages, updates, and announcements directly from their child’s teachers, coaches, and school staff—all inside the Converse #1 app. Our new School Messenger Safe Arrival system is available for absence reporting and notifications.

Say hello to an easier way to stay connected:
✅ Messages you won’t miss — Delivered by text, push notifications, or email
✅ No additional logins — One login for all you need to know from Converse #1
✅ Accessible on the go — Stay up-to-date via a free mobile app or web experience
✅ One inbox for all Converse #1 updates — From classroom info, to district alerts and direct messages
✅ Up-to-date school lunch menus
✅ Easy, efficient absence reporting and alerts.
✅ Communications in your language — Automatic translation into your preferred language

Getting Started is as Easy as 1, 2, 3!

  1. Watch for messages and announcements from your school

  2. Click the link in any message to respond or follow up

  3. Update your notification settings to choose how and when you’re notified

We’re proud to bring you a better, more connected experience.


about 1 month ago, Converse 1 Schools
A promotional image for the "Converse #1" app, showing its features for school communication, including a feed, messaging, and icons for news, events, staff, and classes.

🏫Beginning August 22, 2025: K-8 Schools Aligning with High School Early Friday Schedule

Every town school will release early on Friday!

✅ Total instructional time remains unchanged - simply redistributed across the week.

📖 Read the full details and new bell schedules: https://thrillshare.com/media/articles

#CCSD1 #CommunityVoice #OurCommunity

about 2 months ago, Converse 1 Schools
A blue and white graphic with an alarm clock icon. The text reads: "START MAKING PLANS. K-8 schools aligning with the high school schedule! Early Friday Dismissals Begin August, 2025."
📣 A Friendly Reminder from CCSD1

To help keep our schools safe, focused, and supportive of learning, we kindly ask all students and families to follow our updated policies:

📵 Electronics Policy
Please keep phones, smartwatches, and earbuds stored during class time. Devices may be used during lunch and passing periods.

🍽️ Food & Drink Delivery Policy
Deliveries are only allowed at lunchtime and must be dropped off by a parent or guardian. Third-party deliveries will not be accepted.

✅ Following these guidelines helps us create a better learning environment for everyone.
💬 If you have questions or need support, please contact the school office.

Thank you for being part of our school community!
about 2 months ago, Converse 1 Schools
🍽️ Food & Drink Delivery Policy – CCSD1 To support a focused learning environment, food and drink deliveries will only be allowed during students' designated lunchtime. ✅ Deliveries must be made by parents or guardians. ❌ No third-party deliveries (e.g., delivery services or friends) will be accepted. This policy helps ensure both student safety and minimal classroom disruption. Thank you for your cooperation! 📞 For questions, please contact the school office.
📵 New Cell Phone & Personal Electronics Policy at School To support learning and relationships—our top priorities—classrooms will be free of phones, smartwatches, and Bluetooth earbuds during instructional time. 🔒 What this means: Devices must be silenced or turned off. Students will store devices in wall pockets, backpacks, or lockers. No device time will be used as a reward or for free time in class. 📞 Need to reach your student during the day? Call the school office to leave a message. Students may use the public phone in the commons with permission during passing periods and lunch. 📱 Students can use devices during passing periods and lunch—just make sure they’re on time to class! For questions or support, contact the school office. We’re here to help!

First day of school: August 20, 2025
The first class at DMS will begin at 7:50am.

#kit2cat

about 2 months ago, Douglas Middle
first day August 20

7th and 8th Grade Football Equipment Checkout
August 18th, 5:00-6:00 pm
All Purpose Room at DMS.

about 2 months ago, Sean Geer
DMS

All Bearkits and their families are invited to the Douglas Middle School Open House on August 18 from 5:30-7:00pm. Drop in anytime within this window.

All students and their families will start in the DMS Commons area picking up their class schedule.
Students whose online enrollment is complete will receive copies of their schedules (Parents can complete online enrollment at open house if necessary).

During open house, students can meet their teachers, fill their lockers,
drop off medications with the nurse, put money
in lunch accounts, and find their classrooms.

Supply lists can be found online at: CCSD1.org

about 2 months ago, Douglas Middle
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CCSD#1 will hold a special board meeting on Wednesday, June 18, 2025, at 6:00 pm in the board room at 615 Hamilton Street, Douglas, WY 82633.
3 months ago, Converse County School District #1