We invite all DMS families to join us for Parent-Teacher Conferences on Wednesday, October 28 from 4:00–7:00 PM.
Families are welcome to drop in anytime during this window to connect with teachers. Conferences will be held on a first-come, first-served basis. To ensure everyone has a chance to meet with teachers, each family will have a maximum of 3-5 minutes per teacher.
To make the most of your visit, please come prepared with your student’s class schedule so you know which teachers to meet with. You can find this information on PowerSchool or the CCSD1 app.
Converse County Public Health will be offering vaccines and immunizations in the DMS Nurse’s Office for any family wishing to take advantage of this convenient service.
Be sure to stop by the Commons Area for valuable family resources and information from:
PAC (Parent Advisory Council)
Gear Up
School Resource Officer (SRO) – Safety Info
DMS Clubs & Activities
DMS Spirit Wear Store
Parenting Early Adolescents – helpful tips and resources for supporting your middle schooler
In the main hallway, will be information about and ways for families to participate in our DMS KIT GRIT work.
We look forward to seeing you and partnering together to support your student’s success!
Want to donate your livestock to the CCSD#1 Nutritional Services Program?
Upcoming Processing Date: December 29th/30th!
Upcoming Processing Date: December 29th/30th!
At the Converse County Library! #kit2cat
Get ready for homecoming week at DMS!
Thank you Bearkit Student Council for planning these events.
Thank you Bearkit Student Council for planning these events.
DMS October menu
DMS choir students traveled to The Vocal Jazz Academy. What a wonderful experience! #kit2cat
Thanks to all the families and students
who came out to play flag football. It was a great evening! #kit2cat
TONIGHT: DMS flag football!
7th grade Bearkit football on our home field.
Thank you for your patience and understanding during the street projects impacting bus stops.
Family Flag Football- THIS WEDNESDAY!
Attention Bearcat Nation...
We have been informed by the City of Douglas that next week various slurry seal projects will be taking place within our community. Due to the nature of the projects various bus stops and routes may be impacted based on the project schedule.
Please continue to monitor our social media pages and CCSD#1 app for updated information as we learn more.
If you have any questions please contact the Transportation Department at 307-358-4543.
Have a great weekend!
Middle school immunization opportunity. #kit2cat
This week at the Converse County Library.
DMS families and friends:
We are looking for photos from this activity season.
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
Reminder: DMS school picture day is September 15, 2026
All students will get their picture taken during the school day. Completed order forms can be handed in to the DMS office.
Middle School homeschool students can come for photos at 8:ooam.
Bearkits: Get ready for some flag football fun!
Important 6th Grade Meal Information – Changes Beginning October 1
DMS 6th Grade Families,
We want to make sure families are aware of an upcoming change to school meal costs for our 6th grade students.
Last year, while attending Douglas Upper Elementary School, 5th grade students received regular school breakfast and lunch at no cost to families through a federal school meal program. As students transitioned to Douglas Middle School this year, that meal benefit continued temporarily.
That carryover period ends October 1, 2026.
Beginning October 1, 6th grade students who have not been approved for free or reduced-price meals will begin paying the regular DMS meal prices:
Meal Regular Price Reduced Price
Breakfast $2.00 $0.30
Lunch $4.00 $0.40
Families who believe they may qualify for free or reduced-price meals are encouraged to complete an application before October 1 at myschoolapps.com. Paper applications are also available at the CCSD#1 Central Administration Office.
If an application is not submitted and approved, your student will begin being charged the regular price for breakfast and lunch on October 1, 2026.
One additional clarification: The free meal benefit students have received through September 30 covers a regular breakfast and lunch. Second meals and à la carte items are not included. Students who have chosen to purchase seconds or à la carte items this school year have already been charged for those items.
We wanted to share this information now so families have time to complete an application, if needed, and prepare for the change.
If you have questions or need assistance with the application process, please contact the CCSD#1 Business Office at 307-358-2942.
Thank you!
6th, 7th, and 8th grade students traveled to the University of Wyoming for their fall STEM carnival. Students got to explore 50 different hands on stations all about Wyoming landscapes and ecosystems. They also attended a workshop on food webs exploring Nitrogen Isotopes and reptile ecosystems and how they survive our harsh weather. #kit2cat
DMS Families,
We want to make you aware of two items that may impact families over the next two days:
Traffic Flow – Tuesday, September 8 & Wednesday, September 9
Pearson Road will be closed from approximately Leal St. to Richards St. from 8:00 AM–3:00 PM both days. This may impact traffic flow around DMS, particularly during arrival and dismissal. Please allow a little extra time and use increased patience and caution as we work together to ensure students are dropped off and picked up safely.
As a reminder, please continue to use the designated pick-up and drop-off loop off Richards Street rather than side streets or other parking areas around the school that are not supervised for student arrival and dismissal. Thank you to our families for continuing to use the designated loop and helping us keep these busy times as safe and efficient as possible.
DMS Phone System Upgrade – Tuesday, September 8
DMS will be transitioning to a new phone service Tuesday morning. During the switch, we may be unable to receive incoming phone calls from approximately 9:30–9:50 AM.
If you need immediate assistance during that time, please call the CCSD1 Central Office at 358-2942, and they can relay your message to us.
Thank you for your patience, flexibility, and continued attention to student safety as we navigate both of these temporary disruptions!
We want to make you aware of two items that may impact families over the next two days:
Traffic Flow – Tuesday, September 8 & Wednesday, September 9
Pearson Road will be closed from approximately Leal St. to Richards St. from 8:00 AM–3:00 PM both days. This may impact traffic flow around DMS, particularly during arrival and dismissal. Please allow a little extra time and use increased patience and caution as we work together to ensure students are dropped off and picked up safely.
As a reminder, please continue to use the designated pick-up and drop-off loop off Richards Street rather than side streets or other parking areas around the school that are not supervised for student arrival and dismissal. Thank you to our families for continuing to use the designated loop and helping us keep these busy times as safe and efficient as possible.
DMS Phone System Upgrade – Tuesday, September 8
DMS will be transitioning to a new phone service Tuesday morning. During the switch, we may be unable to receive incoming phone calls from approximately 9:30–9:50 AM.
If you need immediate assistance during that time, please call the CCSD1 Central Office at 358-2942, and they can relay your message to us.
Thank you for your patience, flexibility, and continued attention to student safety as we navigate both of these temporary disruptions!