Earlier this afternoon, an Illinois Central School Bus was involved in an accident on Route 2 between Oregon and Byron. We want to confirm that NO DPS #170 students were on the bus at the time of the accident. We are awaiting additional information from law enforcement. There are delays in bussing this afternoon due to the closure of Route 2.
The public portion of the 4-25-2022 Special Board Meeting will be recorded and posted on Youtube. A link to the recording will be posted in our feeds after the meeting.
Reminder that this Wednesday, April 27 is a half day. Students will be dismissed at 11:00 a.m. Thank you.
The DHS Theatre production of "Mamma Mia!" will be opening 1 week from today! Click here to purchase tickets to this sure to be spectacular performance by the talented DHS theatre program! https://www.onthestage.tickets/show/dixon-high-school-theatre/mamma-mia-67938
Does your mattress need to be replaced? Do you have a family member that needs one? Come out to the Dixon Band Mattress Fundraiser on Saturday April 30th from 10 am - 5 pm at Reagan Middle School Gymnasium. Email rcarter@dps170.org for more information.
The District will be having a Special Board meeting on Monday, April 25, 2022. Those wishing to submit public comment need to email them to the Board President, Linda Wegner and to the Superintendent, Margo Empen, by Noon on Monday, April 25, 2022. Public Comment received after this time may not be guaranteed to be read aloud at this meeting.
Just a reminder that the PTC popcorn fundraiser pick up is happening now until 6:00 tonight at RMS/Madison. Please use door 15! Thank you for your Support!!
The April Board of Education Meeting will be streamed live on Youtube at 6pm on 4-20-22 and will be accessible via this link https://youtu.be/O4gpd4cQXVU
This is a reminder that the PTC popcorn fundraiser can be picked up tomorrow, Wednesday, April 20th from 8a-6p at the Reagan/Madison wrestling room. Please use door 15. Thank you for your support!
Interested in becoming a high school official? We need officials now more than ever! Stop in or call the Dixon High School Athletic Office for more information.
Dixon Public Schools is having their Regular Board Meeting on Wed., April 20, 2022 at 6:00 p.m. The meeting will be held in the Board Room at the District Office, 1335 Franklin Grove Road.
The District is returning to an in-person meeting format. The meeting will be recorded and will be posted on the District’s YouTube channel and website. Masks are recommended. Social Distancing will be observed. Those wishing to submit public comment need to email them to the Board President, Linda Wegner and to the Superintendent, Margo Empen, by Noon on Wednesday, April 20, 2022. Public Comment received after this time may not be guaranteed to be read aloud at this meeting.
DHS Theatre presents "Mamma Mia!" April 29th-May 1st DHS James A. Wiltz auditorium. The behind-the-scenes buzz says "Mamma Mia!" is not to be missed! Get your tickets now! http://our.show/x4bacc7k?fbclid=IwAR2jQEXhCDgPcqNWtstHQj97BpHY-Cpuo7wq2xtr6Jam4CjpoWKijnD7zKc
Reminder to DHS and RMS band parents! Tonight is the mattress sale parent meeting @ 5pm in the Dixon High School band room (Door #9). You will receive more information about the sale at this meeting. The band gets a $5 bonus towards their fundraising goal per parent that attends!
Last week, the district was able to recognize the extra efforts of our K-8 teachers that piloted ELA curriculum resources throughout the year. The district is so very appreciative of all of their hard work!
Just a reminder that there will be no school this Friday, April 15 and Monday, April 18 for the Easter Holiday. School will resume Tuesday, April 19. Thank you.
Our DPS 5th-12th grade students did a fantastic job at the choir concert tonight.
Want to hear some phenomenal singers? Madison, Reagan, and Dixon High School are joining together for the first annual DPS Choir Festival. The fest for students is from 4 - 6 pm, doors for the concert open @ 6:15 in the James A. Wiltz Auditorium @ DHS. Concert begins @ 6:30.
Are you in need of a new name brand mattress at the fraction of the price? DHS and RMS band are having their second annual mattress fundraiser on April 30th from 10am - 5pm in the Reagan Middle School Gymnasium. All funds will go to RMS band to replace old equipment .
PC's for People is hosting an event through WACC to give away computers to families in need. Anyone who is eligible can register for a FREE desktop or a laptop for only $20. Register through this link:
https://pcsrefurbished.com/event/registration
Due to delays in the production of the Young Authors book, the Young Authors recognition night will be postponed until the fall. Invitations will go out once a date can be secured. Thank you for your patience!