These students have started the school year on a positive note and impressed their teachers with their self-management skills. Every day, they manage their time and emotions, stay organized, and set goals for themselves. The staff here at DMS appreciate how they’re also active participants in school and take responsibility for their own learning and well-being. We would like to recognize the following students:

6th Grade:  Quinn Gehrke & James Belling

7th Grade: Jackson Hughs & Arianna Miklos

8th Grade: Arianna Urban & Devin Detrie

Encore: Claramay Nellis & Josie Woodbury

🟣 September – Self-Management:  Recognizing students who set goals, stay organized, manage their time and emotions, and take responsibility for their learning and well-being.

🟡 October – Interpersonal Skills: Celebrating students who show kindness, courtesy, and respect in their daily interactions.

🟣 November – Initiative & Self-Direction: Honoring students who take charge of their learning, show motivation, and solve problems independently.

🟡 December – Social Awareness: Recognizing students who respect others’ perspectives and value diversity in the school community.

🟣 January – Innovative Problem Solving: Spotlighting students who think creatively, generate new ideas, and take a fresh approach to learning.

🟡 February – Teamwork & Collaboration: Celebrating students who work well with others, support their teams, and follow through on commitments.

🟣 March – Relationship Skills: Honoring students who listen actively, communicate effectively, and resolve conflicts respectfully.

🟡 April – Responsible Decision-Making: Recognizing students who make ethical choices, consider consequences, and take accountability.

🟣 May – Adaptability & Flexibility: Spotlighting students who stay calm under pressure, embrace change, and go with the flow.