
JOB POSTING: Long-Term Substitute Teacher in Special Education We are currently seeking applicants for a long-term substitute teacher in special education to work in our middle school for the 2nd semester of the 2020-2021 school year. This position would begin on January 4, 2021 and last through the remainder of the current school year. Applicants must have... READ MORE >

DHS DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS Thursday, January 14, 2021 Today’s Lunch: Taco salad (chips, lettuce, cheese, salsa, beef), dressing, and fruit Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Poptart, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Grilled cheese sandwich, carrots with ranch, and fruit Reminder, Arrow High is offering homework help and additional tutoring from 7am-7:30 in Mr.... READ MORE >

Du Quoin Elementary School parents and guardians, Monday, Jan. 18, we do not have school in observance of Martin Luther King's birthday. Did you know, MLK Day is the only federal holiday designated as a national day of service to encourage all Americans to volunteer to improve their communities. Making time to volunteer for the 2021 MLK Day of Service is a great... READ MORE >

DHS DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS Wednesday, January 13, 2021 Today’s Lunch: Turkey and cheese sandwich, sliced cucumber with ranch, and fruit Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Cinnamon roll/honey bun, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Taco salad (chips, lettuce, cheese, salsa, beef), dressing, and fruit Reminder, Arrow High is offering homework help and additional... READ MORE >

DHS DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS Tuesday, January 12, 2021 Today’s Lunch: BBQ chicken wrap, chips, slaw, and fruit Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Cereal, bread, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Turkey and cheese sandwich, sliced cucumber with ranch, and fruit Reminder, Arrow High is offering homework help and additional tutoring from 7am-7:30 in Mr. Jones' room... READ MORE >

DHS DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS Monday, January 11, 2021 Today’s Lunch: Pizza sub, marinara, Italian pasta salad, and fruit Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Donuts, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: BBQ chicken wrap, chips, slaw, and fruit Reminder, Arrow High is offering homework help and additional tutoring from 7am-7:30 in Mr. Jones' room Monday through Thursday.... READ MORE >
Du Quoin Elementary Families,Welcome to the New Year and second semester of the school year! What a ride we have had during the past year. We are looking forward to, like you, the second half of the school year and new opportunities to see our kids grow and learn! As a reminder we are on the blended schedule next week as follows:Monday, Jan. 11 - A Schedule... READ MORE >

DHS DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS Friday, January 8, 2021 Today’s Lunch: Chicken bacon ranch wrap, carrots with ranch, and fruit Monday’s Breakfast: Muffin, fruit, juice, and milk Monday’s Lunch: Pizza sub, marinara, Italian pasta salad, and fruit Reminder, Arrow High is offering homework help and additional tutoring from 7am-7:30 in Mr. Jones' room Monday through... READ MORE >

DHS DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS Thursday, January 7, 2021 Today’s Lunch: Tossed pepperoni pizza salad, breadstick, and fruit Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Yogurt, granola, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Chicken bacon ranch wrap, carrots with ranch, and fruit Reminder, Arrow High is offering homework help and additional tutoring from 7am-7:30 in Mr. Jones' room... READ MORE >

DHS DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS Wednesday, January 6, 2021 Today’s Lunch: Tortilla chips, cheese cup/salsa, yogurt, and fruit Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Cereal, bread, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Tossed pepperoni pizza salad, breadstick, and fruit Reminder, Arrow High is offering homework help and additional tutoring from 7am-7:30 in Mr. Jones' room Monday... READ MORE >

Du Quoin Elementary School Families, On behalf of the entire faculty and staff, I hope that you are enjoying a wonder-filled and relaxing holiday break! Last fall, we had many hours of good discussions about how we and our families can work together to ensure that our students are receiving an education that supports and enriches them to reach their full... READ MORE >

Du Quoin Elementary Families,Our holiday themed days have brought some much needed joy to everyone. Thank you to those who were able to participate. We do finish the themes with Thursday, Dec. 17 as "ugly sweater" day and Friday, Dec. 18 as "Feliz Navidad - Spanish inspired" day. As a reminder, Friday, Dec. 18 is a remote learning day so Google meetings will occur... READ MORE >

DHS DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS Tuesday, December 15, 2020 Today’s Lunch: Taco salad (chips, lettuce, cheese, salsa, beef) and fruit Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Muffin, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Turkey and cheese sandwich, cucumber salad, and fruit Reminder, Arrow High is offering homework help and additional tutoring from 7am-7:30 in Mr. Jones' room... READ MORE >

Du Quoin High School Fall 2020 Exam Schedule Final Exam Schedule First Semester - 2020 Mon., Dec. 14 (A) 1st Hour: 8:05 – 9:15 2nd Hour: 9:20 – 10:30 3rd Hour: 10:35 – 11:45 4th Hour: 11:50 – 1:00 Lunch 1:00 – 1:45 Remote Students 1:45 – 2:55 (1st hour) Tue., Dec. 15 (B) ... READ MORE >

DHS DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTSThursday, December 10, 2020 Today’s Lunch: Deli meat/cheese sandwich, broccoli salad, and fruitTomorrow’s Breakfast: Yogurt, granola, fruit, juice, and milkTomorrow’s Lunch: Sunbutter jelly sandwich, string cheese, carrots with ranch, and fruit Reminder, Arrow High is offering homework help and additional tutoring from 7am-7:30 in Mr.... READ MORE >

DES Families, We hope this message finds you well. Many students have participated in the holiday spirit themes this week and you can feel the "jingle" in the air. We will continue our spirit days through next week: Monday, Dec. 14 - Let's pretend we all in Hawaii and hold a Mele Kalikimaka (Hawaiian Merry Christmas )- wear your favorite Hawaiian... READ MORE >

DHS DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS Wednesday, December 9, 2020 Today’s Lunch: Pizza kits with marinara, tossed salad with ranch, and fruit Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Cinnamon roll/honey bun, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Deli meat/cheese sandwich, broccoli salad, and fruit Reminder, Arrow High is offering homework help and additional tutoring from 7am-7:30 in... READ MORE >

DHS DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS Tuesday, December 8, 2020 Today’s Lunch: Tortilla chips, cheese cup/salsa, yogurt, and fruit Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Muffin, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Pizza kits with marinara, tossed salad with ranch, and fruit Reminder, Arrow High is offering homework help and additional tutoring from 7am-7:30 in Mr. Jones' room... READ MORE >

DHS DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS Monday, December 7, 2020 Today’s Lunch: Chicken bacon ranch wrap, carrots with ranch, and fruit Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Cereal, bread, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Tortilla chips, cheese cup/salsa, yogurt, and fruit Reminder, Arrow High is offering homework help and additional tutoring from 7am-7:30 in Mr. Jones' room... READ MORE >

Final Exam Schedule First Semester - 2020 Mon., Dec. 14 (A) 1st Hour: 8:05 – 9:15 2nd Hour: 9:20 – 10:30 3rd Hour: 10:35 – 11:45 4th Hour: 11:50 – 1:00 Lunch 1:00 – 1:45 Remote Students 1:45 – 2:55 (1st hour) Tue., Dec. 15 (B) 1st Hour: 8:05 –... READ MORE >

Hello Du Quoin Elementary families, It has been a buzz all week, knowing that our building will once again be filled with the energy and excitement of our students returning. We hope this message find you and your family well. We're so looking forward to students returning next week to finish the 2nd quarter of the school year. While our community has seen the... READ MORE >

Lifetouch has provided a special limited-time offer to ensure each family at our school gets the opportunity to preserve this school years’ memories. To order school pictures visit mylifetouch.com. Hurry, this offer ends Friday, December 11, 2020! ** Terms and conditions: use promo code HOLIDAY20 for $10 off an online purchase ($10 minimum required). This... READ MORE >

DHS DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS Thursday, November 19, 2020 Today’s Lunch: Taco salad (chips, lettuce, cheese, salsa, and beef) and fruit Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Breakfast bar, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Chicken bacon ranch wrap, side salad with dressing, and fruit Reminder, Arrow High is offering homework help and additional tutoring from 7am-7:30 in... READ MORE >

DES Families, Thank you to all of you who have reached out to let your teachers and all our support staff know how important they are in the educational process for your students. It does take all of us working in collaboration with our families to ensure our students are successful. We thank you for all you do to support and help us, especially during these... READ MORE >

DHS DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS Wednesday, November 18, 2020 Today’s Lunch: Turkey and cheese sandwich, cucumber salad, and fruit Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Cinnamon roll, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Taco salad (chips, lettuce, cheese, salsa, and beef) and fruit Reminder, Arrow High is offering homework help and additional tutoring from 7am-7:30 in Mr.... READ MORE >

DHS DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS Tuesday, November 17, 2020 Today’s Lunch: Grilled cheese sandwich, carrots with ranch, and fruit Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Cereal, bread, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Turkey and cheese sandwich, cucumber salad, and fruit Reminder, Arrow High is offering homework help and additional tutoring from 7am-7:30 in Mr. Jones' room... READ MORE >

DHS DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS Friday, November 13, 2020 Today’s Lunch: Asian chicken wrap, chips, broccoli with ranch, and fruit Monday’s Breakfast: Muffin, fruit, juice, and milk Monday’s Lunch: Pizza sub, marinara, chips, and fruit Reminder, Arrow High is offering homework help and additional tutoring from 7am-7:30 in Mr. Jones' room Monday through Thursday.... READ MORE >

DES Families, We invite you to join us in our daily theme days for American Education Week on Nov. 16 - Nov. 20. Monday, Nov. 16 - We will kickoff the week by composing writing activities surrounding the theme "What I Like Best About My School" or "If I Were Principal, I Would . . ."Tuesday, Nov. 17 - We're celebrating our supportive parents, guardians and... READ MORE >

DHS DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS Thursday, November 12, 2020 Today’s Lunch: Ham and cheese sandwich, cowboy salad, and fruit Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Cereal, mini loaf bread, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Asian chicken wrap, chips, broccoli with ranch, and fruit Reminder, Arrow High is offering homework help and additional tutoring from 7am-7:30 in Mr.... READ MORE >

DHS DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS Tuesday, November 10, 2020 Today’s Lunch: Tossed pepperoni pizza salad, breadstick, and fruit Thursday’s Breakfast: Poptart, fruit, juice, and milk Thursday’s Lunch: Ham and cheese sandwich, cowboy salad, and fruit Reminder, Arrow High is offering homework help and additional tutoring from 7am-7:30 in Mr. Jones' room Monday through... READ MORE >

DHS DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS Monday, November 9, 2020 Today’s Lunch: Tortilla chips, cheese cup/salsa, yogurt, and fruit Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Muffin, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Tossed pepperoni pizza salad, breadstick, and fruit Reminder, Arrow High is offering homework help and additional tutoring from 7am-7:30 in Mr. Jones' room Monday through... READ MORE >

DES Parents and Families:We are working hard to keep kids reading and raise critical funds for our school with our Scholastic Online Book Fair from November 16 - November 29, 2020! The Fair will connect your kids to notable books and inspiring characters—helping them become lifelong readers. And you’ll love the new option to experience the magic of the... READ MORE >

DHS DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS Friday, November 6, 2020 Today’s Lunch: Grilled cheese sandwich, carrots with ranch, and fruit Monday’s Breakfast: Cinnamon roll/honey bun, fruit, juice, and milk Monday’s Lunch: Tortilla chips, cheese cup/salsa, yogurt, and fruit Reminder, Arrow High is offering homework help and additional tutoring from 7am-7:30 in Mr. Jones' room... READ MORE >

DHS DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS Thursday, November 5, 2020 Today’s Lunch: Crispy chicken tossed salad, assorted bread, and fruit Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Yogurt, granola, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Grilled cheese sandwich, carrots with ranch, and fruit Reminder, Arrow High is offering homework help and additional tutoring from 7am-7:30 in Mr. Jones'... READ MORE >

DES FamiliesNext week will complete our return to school plan with all 4th graders returning in person 4 days a week. As a reminder we do have in person attendance this Friday, Nov. 6 and next Friday, Nov. 13 for our students. With the shorter day, the use of these Fridays may become a model we adopt to gain more instructional time. The return to learn in person is... READ MORE >

DHS DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS Wednesday, November 4, 2020 Today’s Lunch: Turkey and cheese sandwich, cucumber salad, and fruit Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Cinnamon roll/honey bun, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Crispy chicken tossed salad, assorted bread, and fruit Reminder, Arrow High is offering homework help and additional tutoring from 7am-7:30 in Mr.... READ MORE >

DHS DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS Monday, November 2, 2020 Today’s Lunch: Pizza sub, marinara, chips, and fruit Wednesday’s Breakfast: Muffin, fruit, juice, and milk Wednesday’s Lunch: Turkey and cheese sandwich, cucumber salad, and fruit Reminder, Arrow High is offering homework help and additional tutoring from 7am-7:30 in Mr.... READ MORE >
10/30/20For students who need wi-fi access for school work, we are pleased to share that Marshall Browning Hospital has expanded its guest network to provide additional access points.Wi-fi access is being offered to District 300 students and their families in the following locations during the designated hours:Marshall Browning Hospital (west parking lot):4:00 PM... READ MORE >

DHS DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS Thursday, October 29, 2020 Today’s Lunch: Deli meat and cheese sandwich, broccoli salad, and fruit Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Yogurt, granola, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Sunbutter jelly sandwich, string cheese, carrots with ranch, and fruit Reminder, Arrow High is offering homework help and... READ MORE >

We are currently seeking applicants for a health aide to work with our school nurse to serve students with health issues/concerns and assist with COVID-19-related tasks such as symptom checking. This is a full-time position at Du Quoin High School for the remainder of the 2020-2021 school year. Applicants must meet qualifications to be a school paraprofessional.... READ MORE >

DHS DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS Wednesday, October 28, 2020 Today’s Lunch: Pizza kits, marinara, tossed salad with ranch, and fruit Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Cinnamon roll/honey bun, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Deli meat and cheese sandwich, broccoli salad, and fruit Reminder, Arrow High is offering homework help and... READ MORE >

DES Families,Next week marks the return of all our 3rd grade students in our "return to learn in person" plans. So far the plan is going well and we are looking forward to the return of our 4th grade students the following week. As a reminder, we do not have school on Tuesday, Nov. 3 because of the Election Day state holiday. We will not hold a remote learning day... READ MORE >

DHS DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS Tuesday, October 27, 2020 Today’s Lunch: Tortilla chips, cheese cup/salsa, yogurt, and fruit Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Muffin, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Pizza kits, marinara, tossed salad with ranch, and fruit Reminder, Arrow High is offering homework help and additional tutoring from 7am-7:30 in Mr. Jones' room Monday... READ MORE >

DHS DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS Monday, October 26, 2020 Today’s Lunch: Chicken bacon ranch wrap, carrots with ranch, and fruit Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Cereal, bread, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Tortilla chips, cheese cup/salsa, yogurt, and fruit Reminder, Arrow High is offering homework help and additional tutoring from 7am-7:30 in Mr. Jones' room... READ MORE >

DHS DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS Thursday, October 22, 2020 Today’s Lunch: Taco salad (chips, lettuce, cheese, salsa, and beef), and fruit Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Bagel with cream cheese, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Grilled cheese sandwich, carrots with ranch, and fruit Reminder, Arrow High is offering homework help and additional tutoring from 7am-7:30... READ MORE >

DES Families, We hope this message finds you well. Next week on Wednesday, Oct. 28 for 3rd and 4th grade students on calendar Schedule A will have their fall party. The rest of the grade levels and students will have fall parties in their homerooms on Thursday, Oct. 29. New this year, we will not have parent volunteers for any party activities. The teachers have... READ MORE >

DHS DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS Wednesday, October 21, 2020 Today’s Lunch: Turkey and cheese sandwich, cucumber salad, and fruit Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Cinnamon roll/honey bun, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Taco salad (chips, lettuce, cheese, salsa, and beef), and fruit Reminder, Arrow High is offering homework help and additional tutoring from 7am-7:30... READ MORE >

DHS Parents and Guardians: Due to the loss of educational work time during the first two weeks of November; Tues., Nov. 3: Election Day (no school per new state law)Wed., Nov. 11: Veterans Day (no school) The high school is adjusting its attendance schedule during the first two weeks of November only. Attendance days and schedules will be as follows for the... READ MORE >
District 300 Families, The 1st quarter of this unusual school year has ended. On behalf of our administration, faculty, and staff we want to thank you for your patience and support during this time. This has been, and will continue to be, a challenging time for everyone and particularly for those with school-age children whether it be at home as a parent or at... READ MORE >

DES families, As we prepare for students to "return to learn in person" 4 days a week, I do offer the following schedule and requests: Monday, Oct. 19 - Kindergarten and 1st grade not already attending 4 days Monday, Oct. 26 - 2nd grade not already attending 4 days As long as things go well with these returning groups, the schedule will continue the... READ MORE >

Good morning DES families, Hopefully you have read the return to school in person planning at the elementary we are implementing over the next month. We have had a lot of success with our processes and required procedures allowing us to hold school in person. We do have a plan to get our elementary students in attendance at school for 4 days a week over the next... READ MORE >
District 300 Families, We are seven weeks into the 2020-2021 school year. Without a doubt, the circumstances we are dealing with have created the most challenging school year in recent memory for everyone involved. Thank you for your cooperation, your patience and support. Since school began we have been monitoring COVID-19-related data within our schools... READ MORE >

DES families,We have enjoyed a busy week at Du Quoin Elementary this week, with school pictures and taking the Choose to Be Nice pledge. All the students did a great job following directions as we participated in our fall pictures. During this picture day time, our students also reviewed the oath of our character education program, making a oath to "choose to be... READ MORE >

Happy Fall Papoose families, We trust this message finds you well and enjoying, like us, the cooler weather as we have finally reached the autumn season. This is a great time of year to notice all the science around us - - the beautifully colored leaves, wildlife migrations and the chemical change of chocolate from a roasted marshmallow during a bonfire! Autumn... READ MORE >

DES Families, School pictures are coming soon! This year to accommodate our blended and remote schedules, we will hold school pictures on Monday, Sept. 28 and Tuesday, Sept. 29 at Du Quoin Elementary School. Full time remote learners with last names A-L may come for pictures on Mon., Sept. 28 between 1:30 PM - 3:00 PM. Full time remote learners with last names... READ MORE >

We are currently seeking applicants for a secretary/bookkeeper to work in the Du Quoin High School office. This is a permanent full-time position at Du Quoin High School. Applicants must have a high school diploma and have the following prerequisite skills:Excellent communication skills (written and verbal);Word processing skills (preferably in Microsoft... READ MORE >

Parents and Guardians, It's hard to believe, but we will reach the midterm period of the 1st quarter this Friday, Sept. 11. We encourage our 1st - 4th grade families to regularly check your student progress with regard to grades in TeacherEase. If your student has incomplete assignments, those tasks should be completed as soon as possible. Kindergarten and 1st... READ MORE >

Mobile App Updates9/8/2020 Over the past few weeks we released updates to our mobile apps. We made a number of nice changes, and wanted to make customers aware of them.New Parent/Student Mobile AppWe recently released a complete rewrite of the parent/student mobile app. It looks more like a mobile app, and less like a mobile web-page -- similar to the... READ MORE >

JOB POSTING: Health Aide/LPN Position We are currently seeking applicants for a health aide/LPN to work with our school nurse to serve students with health issues/concerns and assist with COVID-19-related tasks such as symptom checking. This is a full-time position at Du Quoin High School for the remainder of the 2020-2021 school year. Applicants must be a... READ MORE >

DES Families, It has been a good first few weeks to start this new school year. We appreciate all the parents and families working collaboratively with us as we navigate new procedures and policy. Please be patient as we continue to improve our practices to make your job easier. This is a learning curve for all of us. Below are a few reminders and clarifications:... READ MORE >

Dear Parent or Guardian, I am sending this email in regards to the 2020-2021 Arrow Academy program. For this school year, we will extend your child's enrollment from the 2019-2020 program.The program will begin September 14. The program will be fully remote until further notice. Attached is a Google form where you can answer if you would like for your child to... READ MORE >
August 27, 2020A couple of weeks ago District 300 was contacted by Pam Logan from Marshall Browning Hospital regarding donating cloth masks to our students.Hospital leaders looked to not only provide families with a reusable cloth face mask, but also wanted to encourage the wearing of the mask by customizing them with the official interlocking "DQ" logo.The masks... READ MORE >

DES Families, As you have seen, we have made a switch to taking attendance in TeacherEase. You will login each morning your student is learning at home based on their schedule and complete the required attendance information. Please do this on these mornings to ensure your student does not get marked absent. If your student attends on Monday/Wednesday... READ MORE >

Return to Learn: Remote Learning Attendance Parent/guardians, are you tired of receiving a text message from us at six o’clock in the morning? If so, we have good news for you. We are making a transition to using TeacherEase for recording attendance for students who are learning remotely. This includes students who are full-time remote learners as well as those... READ MORE >
Frequently Asked Questions related to COVID-19 TeacherEase Access Q: How can I access TeacherEase to view my child’s grades or check my child in for attendance on Remote Learning Days? A: First, you will need to have an account in TeacherEase. For security reasons, parents CANNOT create their own accounts. Your child’s school must set it up for you. To set... READ MORE >

August 20, 2020 Updated 10/30/20 We currently have internet access points at our elementary/middle school building, our high school campus, at the South Towne Shopping Center through NewWave/Sparklight Communications and, courtesy of Marshall Browning Hospital, at the Family Health Center and hospital. The internet access points at our elementary/middle school... READ MORE >

DES Families, We have had a great start to the new school year. While we may look different in our masks, I have seen "smiles" in the eyes of our kids that would warm any person's heart. As I was walking around classrooms today asking about their day and checking on teachers, one student told me, "I just love this place! I'm so happy to be back in school!" I'll... READ MORE >
8/16/20 We are looking forward to the official start of the 2020-2021 school year with our students over the next two days. This is a year like no other in modern times, but our faculty, staff, and administration are committed to doing our best to meet the needs of all of our students. A few friendly reminders as we open up: Symptom checks for all students... READ MORE >

DES Parents, Welcome to the 2020-2021 school year at DES! I truly hope you and your student have had a good summer and are ready for an exciting year of learning. Our dedicated teachers have been working incredibly hard to prepare for your student to build new skills and gain academic successes. Before we begin the new year, we have some important reminders for... READ MORE >
8/7/20Hello all, Today we want to share out some additional information specifically regarding our meal program for the 2020-2021 school year. Before I do that, I must thank our Food Service Director Donna Lively and her staff for their tireless efforts last spring during the school closure and through the recent summer months. Hundreds and hundreds of meals have... READ MORE >
Return to Learn: Essential Information - August 3, 2020 Greetings again everyone. I hope this message finds you well. Below are additional key informational items related to our plan to open up the 2020-2021 school year. The principals and I will continue to share out more information in the coming days. We appreciate your patience and support as we continue to... READ MORE >

Dear Parents, As the new school year date approaches, we are getting excited to start our new school year filled with new friendships and opportunities filled with new experiences. Our school is a wonderful place of learning for all our children. You can be assured that we strive to have important relationships with you because it takes all of us to make DES a... READ MORE >

DES Families, As we continue to plan for the upcoming school year, please watch for this weekly family newsletter with details and information on the return to school guidelines and procedures. Below please find answers to the questions for this week: I have heard about the Chromebook rental program. How do I get a device rented for my student to use this... READ MORE >
Return to Learn: Essential Information July 28, 2020 In-Person Learning + Remote Learning = Blended Schedule It is our goal to have all students attending everyday for traditional in-person learning activities. However, the circumstances in our community, county, region or state may not allow for that given the guidelines which are in place at this moment. Keep... READ MORE >

DES Families, The COVID-19 pandemic has changed our world in ways that we could not have imagined over the past several months. We realize as parents and caregivers, you are facing pressures beyond compare – the struggling economy, job uncertainty, child-care concerns, and the responsibilities of keeping your family healthy and safe. As a faculty and staff, we... READ MORE >
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District 300 Families, I hope this message finds you well. I want to share some information with you all about our plan to open the new school year in August. We are looking to open the year with a combination of in-person learning and remote learning (known as a blended schedule). It is important to remember that our current plans are based on the guidelines... READ MORE >

In the spring, the Du Quoin CUSD 300 Board of Education adopted a calendar for the upcoming 2020-2021 school year. Recent laws and the impacts of COVID-19 have since impacted that calendar. The calendar was amended and formally adopted at the July board meeting. Here are relevant dates for 2020-2021 in District 300: August 17th/18th - The first day of attendance... READ MORE >

July 2, 2020 We have been working to create a plan for registration and screening given health guidelines and are ready to share them with our community. Registration: If you have a registration packet for Kindergarten, please fill it out and return it on Mon., July 13 or Wed., July 15 at the elementary school. We will have a designated box to accept... READ MORE >

We are currently seeking applicants for a classroom aide to work with students who receive special education services. This is a full-time position at Du Quoin Middle School for the 2020-2021 school year. Applicants must meet the qualifications to be a school paraprofessional in Illinois. Those qualifications are as follows:At least 19 years of ageONE of the... READ MORE >

Dear District 300 parents/guardians, I hope this message finds you and your families safe and well. As you may have heard, recently the Illinois State Board of Education released guidance for schools to open the 2020-21 school year. This document was much anticipated and has helped us answer critical questions about what the 2020-21 school year could look like... READ MORE >

Our Grab & Go Summer Food Program opens TODAY! The program will be serving meals at Du Quoin Elementary School and the AME Zion Church at 101 North Maple Street from 10:00 AM-12:00 PM on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from June 1st through July 31st. Bagged meals include 2 breakfasts and 2 lunches on Mondays/Wednesdays with 1 breakfast/1lunch on Friday.The Grab &... READ MORE >

Board Meeting Changes The Board of Education has moved the regular meeting for the month of June. The June meeting of the Board of Education will now be held on Monday, June 22, 2020 at 6:00 PM. This meeting will include a budget hearing for consideration of an amended budget for the current fiscal year. While recent meetings have been held with remote... READ MORE >

DES Families, Du Quoin Elementary is very grateful to our parent community for your involvement and support this year. While we were not able to finish the school year as we have planned, it has taken a lot of coordination and perseverance on everyone's part to finish strong like we do every year. Collaborating with you on a new level with student learning at the... READ MORE >
Greetings,I hope this message finds you well. I wanted to send a message expressing thanks to everyone who participated or played a part in showing appreciation of our DHS Class of 2020 last week. We appreciate the local newspapers for their special editions, the Educational Foundation for its continued support of our graduates, and to NewWave Communications for... READ MORE >

Check out our Class of 2020's senior pics on this slideshow: https://drive.google.com/open?... Thank you Jennifer Caldwell for your work on this! READ MORE >

Under normal circumstances tonight would have been the DHS graduation ceremony for the Class of 2020. While we have postponed the ceremony until July, we can't help but think about our senior class today. With our seniors on our minds, we will be sharing out two slideshows later tonight. One slideshow will publicly announce the winners of scholarships from the Du... READ MORE >

DES families and students, We have finally reached the end of the quarter and school year. It's hard to believe, officially, the end of the year has arrived. With the close of the school, the end is bittersweet. While we would rather have our students here to celebrate all the perseverance, dedication, and positive attitude toward creating new academic successes... READ MORE >

On Teacher Appreciation Week, it goes without saying, how much I recognize and honor our hardworking, dedicated teachers and outstanding support staff. This week is typically filled with daily opportunities to send a note, card or message of gratitude. We encourage you to still reach out with a special gratitude to let your teacher, classroom aide, support staff... READ MORE >

Hello Parents, Guardians, and Students:I hope this message finds you well, particularly as we see more COVID-19 cases in our community. As you've heard from building principals, today is a distribution/collection day for remote learning opportunities. As you are getting out, please continue to follow social distancing guidelines. avoid large groups, wash your hands... READ MORE >

May 1, 2020 DES families, As a reminder we will have our last at-home packet of learning materials, for May 11 - May 15, will be available for pickup on Mon., May 4 and Tues., May 5 from 8AM - 1PM. The packet, which includes STEAM activities for the final week of student work, is hyperlinked as a convenience so you do not have to make a special trip to the school... READ MORE >

Dear Parents, We hope this message finds you engaged, connected, and well again this week. We are excited to hear how much everyone is enjoying our all-school book, A Boy Called Bat. The chapters for the next week are . . . Wed., April 29 - Chapter 16Thurs., April 30 - Chapter 17Fri., May 1 - Chapter 18Mon., May 4 - Chapter 19Tues., May 5 - Chapter 20 We will... READ MORE >

Hello District 300 Parents, Guardians and Students, For this week’s bulletin, I want to start by sharing information from Marshall Browning Hospital’s Community Update last Friday: “We want to encourage the community to call the Marshall Browning Hospital COVID-19 Hotline if you have questions or concerns about COVID-19. Our Hotline number is 618.542.8958 and... READ MORE >

Graduation & promotion events postponed We can officially announce now that the graduation ceremony for the Class of 2020 and the 8th grade promotion ceremony are postponed. We are looking at dates in July to reschedule these events at a time when, we hope, we will be able to conduct them in a traditional manner. I'll be sharing out more information about the July... READ MORE >

DES Families, I hope this message finds you well. As you have heard, our in-person instruction is now closed through the end of the school year. We will continue with Remote Learning opportunities which I explain below in greater detail below. News of Remote Learning being extended through the end of the school year was truly challenging for all of us. Believe... READ MORE >

Today is our first day of our new book, A Boy Called Bat. I invite you to read along using our schedule and participate in the activities and fun as we read together. I will send a video once a week for our book and the teachers will contact you with the additional read aloud opportunities. You can also find book related resources at this website. We also ask that... READ MORE >

Dear Parents;/Guardians and Students: I hope this message finds you all well. By now, you are likely aware that Governor Pritzker has made the decision to class all Illinois schools for in-person learning for the remainder of the year. I have recorded a short video message in response to this closure which you can view here. Prior to this announcement on Friday,... READ MORE >

UPDATE: Starting on Monday, April 20th, our Grab & Goal Food Program will be distributing meals on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays. As noted below, participants will receive 2 breakfasts and 2 lunches per bag each Monday and Wednesday. READ MORE >

Dear DES Families Next week begins our next round of Remote Learning. We have decided to participate in a whole school reading adventure in a special project called #OneBookConnects. We’re all going to read the same book together – even though we’re all at home. Reading this book together will enable your family to share and our school community to reconnect.... READ MORE >
District 300 Parents, Guardians, and Students: I hope this week's update finds you well. As you have likely heard, the Perry County Health Department announced on Saturday that there is now one person in Perry County who has officially tested positive for COVID-19. The health department indicated that it is believed the individual acquired the virus through... READ MORE >

April 8, 2020 Good Afternoon DES Students and Families, I hope all of you are safe and healthy during the ongoing COVID-19 crisis. Our students at DES continue to work hard daily on either the online learning, paper/pencil materials or both. This will undoubtedly continue the development of new skill sets and prove beneficial in subsequent days, months and... READ MORE >

Hello District 300 parents, guardians, and students, I hope this message finds you well. I want to start by thanking the nearly 400 parents/guardians who responded to the survey I shared last week. We greatly appreciate the feedback and will use it to help us do everything we can to support ours students during this closure. There are three topics I wish... READ MORE >

DES families, In light of the recent news regarding our extended closure, DES will have the next two weeks of student materials ready for students to pick beginning tomorrow, April 2. This work is organized into each week with the expectation that the work should be completed by Friday, April 17. We urge you to create a schedule for your child to complete just one... READ MORE >

DHS Students may pick up paper copies of work on Thursday, April 2, Friday April 3, and Monday April 6 from 10:00 AM until 12:00 PM at the back Commons doors. We will begin collecting completed paper packet work at this time as well. Please make sure you are checking in with each of your teachers at least once a week via email or Teacherease if you are not active... READ MORE >

March 31, 2020Du Quoin Elementary parents and students, As you read from Mr. Hickam's District Bulletin Monday, March 30, our school closure continues through April 7 called "Remote Learning Days." Your teachers have prepared paper/pencil work and online assignments giving students and families either choice for the work based on your needs. This new week of... READ MORE >

District 300 Parents, Guardians, & Students: I hope this message finds you all well. On behalf of our faculty, staff, and administrators, please know that we miss our students. We are looking forward to the time when our halls, rooms, playgrounds, gyms, and fields are busy with activities. Over the weekend the Illinois State Board of Education provided schools... READ MORE >

Coronavirus (COVID19)-School Closure FAQ Du Quoin CUSD 300 Revised 4/20/20. While we have worked to make this FAQ (frequently asked questions) sheet as comprehensive as possible we welcome any additional or clarifying questions that you might have. Q: What are the facts about COVID-19? A: Check out this basic fact sheet here. Q: What is the current situation... READ MORE >

The deadline for Du Quoin High School yearbook orders has been extended to Tuesday, April 28, 2020. Please mail orders to Rebekah Dunavan 500 East South St. Du Quoin IL 62832. Order forms are located on this webpage under High School and Yearbook. READ MORE >

Dear District 300 Parents/Guardians,Students, Community, On Friday, March 20th, Governor Pritzker issued an executive order requiring residents to “stay at home” effective Saturday, March 21 at 5:00 pm, through the end of April 7. As part of the Governor’s order, he announced that school will remain closed, with a new tentative reopening date of April 8. We... READ MORE >

District 300 Students, Families, and Staff: I know that everything has been moving quickly and there are many questions out there about what comes next for our school community. At this point, there are no changes in our school closure which lasts through March 30. We have posted a Frequently Asked Questions document which you can see on our webpage here. Please... READ MORE >

Coronavirus (COVID19)-School Closure FAQ Du Quoin CUSD 300 Revised 3/23/20While we have worked to make this FAQ (frequently asked questions) sheet as comprehensive as possible we welcome any additional or clarifying questions that you might have. Q: What are the facts about COVID-19? A: Check out this basic fact sheet here. Q: What is the current situation in... READ MORE >

I am glad to announce that Du Quoin CUSD #300 will be offering free breakfasts and lunches to all children 18 yrs and younger beginning tomorrow, March 17th. We will distribute Grab & Go Bags, containing both a breakfast and a lunch within each bag, from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm every Monday - Friday as long as we are mandated to close our schools. We will offer these... READ MORE >
DU QUOIN MIDDLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS Monday, March 16, 2020 Any student interested in designing next year’s handbook cover can pick up an information sheet in the office. You must follow the directions and rules on the information sheet. The winning art work will be used as next year’s handbook cover. All entries are due by March 20th. Yearbooks are now... READ MORE >

DHS DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS Monday, March 16, 2020 Today’s Lunch: Chicken alfredo, buttered broccoli, salad, garlic bread, and fruit Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Biscuit and gravy, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Softshell taco, Mexican rice, corn, and fruit The city is now accepting applications for lifeguards and concession workers. Deadline is March 20th... READ MORE >

On Friday afternoon Governor Pritzker announced that all Illinois public schools will be closing beginning on Tuesday, March 17th. This has been a rapidly changing situation throughout the world and nation and the State of Illinois has been no exception as decisions have been changing on a daily basis. Please rest assured that we are monitoring the situation... READ MORE >
A night with Shakespeare has been postponed to a later date. We will update when that date has been set. READ MORE >

DHS DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS Friday, March 13, 2020 Today’s Lunch: No lunch – half-day of attendance Monday’s Breakfast: Muffin, fruit, juice, and milk Monday’s Lunch: Chicken alfredo, buttered broccoli, salad, garlic bread, and fruit Students can still sign up for the Driver Education field trip on Wednesday, March 25th in Marion. Students must pick up a... READ MORE >
DU QUOIN MIDDLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS Friday, March 13, 2020 Any student interested in designing next year’s handbook cover can pick up an information sheet in the office. You must follow the directions and rules on the information sheet. The winning art work will be used as next year’s handbook cover. All entries are due by March 20th. The homerooms in... READ MORE >

DHS DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS Thursday, March 12, 2020 Today’s Lunch: Cheesy breadsticks, salad, peas, and fruit Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Pancake and sausage bites, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: No lunch – half-day of attendance Students can still sign up for the Driver Education field trip on Wednesday, March 25th in Marion. Students must pick up a... READ MORE >
DU QUOIN MIDDLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS Thursday, March 12, 2020 Any student interested in designing next year’s handbook cover can pick up an information sheet in the office. You must follow the directions and rules on the information sheet. The winning art work will be used as next year’s handbook cover. All entries are due by March 20th. The homerooms in... READ MORE >

DHS DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS Wednesday, March 11, 2020 Today’s Lunch: Salisbury steak, mashed potatoes and gravy, green beans, and fruit Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Omelet, toast, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Cheesy breadsticks, salad, peas, and fruit Students can still sign up for the Driver Education field trip on Wednesday, March 25th in Marion. ... READ MORE >

Dear DES Families,The total is in and our Kids Heart Challenge campaign is a NEW DES RECORD at $5098. That is correct, $5098 for the American Heart Association and helping our community by being a Heart Hero! Thank you to all who participated in this worthy endeavor and watch future posts of the top student donors!As a reminder Friday, March 13 is an early... READ MORE >
DU QUOIN MIDDLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS Tuesday, March 10, 2020 Any student interested in designing next year’s handbook cover can pick up an information sheet in the office. You must follow the directions and rules on the information sheet. The winning art work will be used as next year’s handbook cover. All entries are due by March 20th. The homerooms in... READ MORE >

DHS DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS Tuesday, March 10, 2020 Today’s Lunch: Chicken quesadilla, spicy beans, corn, and fruit Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Breakfast pizza, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Salisbury steak, mashed potatoes and gravy, green beans, and fruit Students can still sign up for the Driver Education field trip on Wednesday, March 25th in Marion. ... READ MORE >
DU QUOIN MIDDLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS Monday, March 9, 2020 Any student interested in designing next year’s handbook cover can pick up an information sheet in the office. You must follow the directions and rules on the information sheet. The winning art work will be used as next year’s handbook cover. All entries are due by March 20th. Yearbooks are now... READ MORE >

DHS DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS Monday, March 9, 2020 Today’s Lunch: Chicken and waffles, tater tots, wango tango punch, and fruit Tomorrow’s Breakfast: French toast sticks, bacon, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Chicken quesadilla, spicy beans, corn, and fruit Students can still sign up for the Driver Education field trip on Wednesday, March 25th in... READ MORE >

DHS DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS Friday, March 6, 2020 Today’s Lunch: Pulled pork, totchos, baked beans, fruit, and a cookie Monday’s Breakfast: Sausage biscuit, fruit, juice, and milk Monday’s Lunch: Chicken and waffles, tater tots, wango tango punch, and fruit On Wednesday, March 25th Driver Education students can attend the Williamson County Traffic Safety Days... READ MORE >
DU QUOIN MIDDLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS Friday, March 6, 2020 Any student interested in designing next year’s handbook cover can pick up an information sheet in the office. You must follow the directions and rules on the information sheet. The winning art work will be used as next year’s handbook cover. All entries are due by March 20th. Yearbooks are now... READ MORE >
DU QUOIN MIDDLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS Thursday, March 5, 2020 Any student interested in designing next year’s handbook cover can pick up an information sheet in the office. You must follow the directions and rules on the information sheet. The winning art work will be used as next year’s handbook cover. All entries are due by March 20th. Yearbooks are now... READ MORE >

DHS DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS Thursday, March 5, 2020 Today’s Lunch: Pizza, salad, green beans, and fruit Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Powdered donuts, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Pulled pork, totchos, baked beans, fruit, and a cookie On Wednesday, March 25th Driver Education students can attend the Williamson County Traffic Safety Days field trip in... READ MORE >

DHS DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS Wednesday, March 4, 2020 Today’s Lunch: General Tso’s chicken, rice, kung fu carrots, fresh broccoli, and fruit Tomorrow’s Breakfast: DQ griddles, hash brown, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Pizza, salad, green beans, and fruit On Wednesday, March 25th Driver Education students can attend the Williamson County Traffic Safety... READ MORE >

Dear DES Families,Thank you for all your support with our Kids Heart Challenge campaign. It was a fun spirit week with all the theme days. Special thanks goes to Mr. Geiger who did another fantastic job again leading and planning the PE activities and spirit themed days. Watch the newsletter next week for the donation total and top fundraisers.Friday, March 13 is... READ MORE >
DU QUOIN MIDDLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS Wednesday, March 4, 2020 Any student interested in designing next year’s handbook cover can pick up an information sheet in the office. You must follow the directions and rules on the information sheet. The winning art work will be used as next year’s handbook cover. All entries are due by March 20th. Yearbooks are... READ MORE >
DU QUOIN MIDDLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS Tuesday, March 3, 2020 Any student interested in designing next year’s handbook cover can pick up an information sheet in the office. You must follow the directions and rules on the information sheet. The winning art work will be used as next year’s handbook cover. All entries are due by March 20th. The Homerooms... READ MORE >

DHS DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS Tuesday, March 3, 2020 Today’s Lunch: Walking taco, corn, and fruit Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Banana split yogurt parfaits, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: General Tso’s chicken, rice, kung fu carrots, fresh broccoli, and fruit On Wednesday, March 25th Driver Education students can attend the Williamson County Traffic Safety... READ MORE >

DHS DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS Monday, March 2, 2020 Today’s Lunch: Chicken patty, loaded mashed potato, broccoli, and pineapple Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Breakfast bowl, biscuit sticks, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Walking taco, corn, and fruit On Wednesday, March 25th Driver Education students can attend the Williamson County Traffic Safety Days field... READ MORE >

DHS DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS Friday, February 28, 2020 Today’s Lunch: Hamburger, smiley fries, carrots with ranch, and fruit Monday’s Breakfast: Cream cheese filled bagels, fruit, juice, and milk Monday’s Lunch: Chicken patty, loaded mashed potato, broccoli, and pineapple Attention Seniors- The last day to submit your baby picture for the yearbook is today. ... READ MORE >
DU QUOIN MIDDLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS Friday, February 28, 2020 Any student interested in designing next year’s handbook cover can pick up an information sheet in the office. You must follow the directions and rules on the information sheet. The winning art work will be used as next year’s handbook cover. All entries are due by March 20th. The Homerooms... READ MORE >

DHS DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS Thursday, February 27, 2020 Today’s Lunch: Cheesy breadsticks, salad, peas, and fruit Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Pancakes, bacon, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Hamburger, smiley fries, carrots with ranch, and fruit Attention Seniors- The last day to submit your baby picture for the yearbook is Friday, February 28. Friends of... READ MORE >

Dear DES Families,Thank you to everyone who supported our Kids Heart Challenge week, Students will have until Mar. 2 to return their forms and donations for the thank you gifts. DES Kids Heart Challenge - http://bit.ly/2SCRyJt We have two more theme days this week:Thursday, Feb. 27 – Twins Day (Find a friend and dress alike!)Friday, Feb. 28 – School Spirit – Go... READ MORE >

DHS DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS Wednesday, February 26, 2020 Today’s Lunch: Chicken and noodles, mashed potatoes, green beans, and fruit Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Breakfast pizza, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Cheesy breadsticks, salad, peas, and fruit Attention Seniors- The last day to submit your baby picture for the yearbook is Friday, February 28. The... READ MORE >
DU QUOIN MIDDLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS Wednesday, February 26, 2020 Any student interested in designing next year’s handbook cover can pick up an information sheet in the office. You must follow the directions and rules on the information sheet. The winning art work will be used as next year’s handbook cover. All entries are due by March 20th. The... READ MORE >
DU QUOIN MIDDLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS Tuesday, February 25, 2020 Any student interested in designing next year’s handbook cover can pick up an information sheet in the office. You must follow the directions and rules on the information sheet. The winning art work will be used as next year’s handbook cover. All entries are due by March 20th. The Homerooms... READ MORE >

DHS DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS Tuesday, February 25, 2020 Today’s Lunch: Beefy nachos, spicy beans, and fruit Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Cheese omelet, toast, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Chicken and noodles, mashed potatoes, green beans, and fruit Attention Seniors- The last day to submit your baby picture for the yearbook is Friday, February 28. The... READ MORE >

DHS DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS Monday, February 24, 2020 Today’s Lunch: Ham and cheese on flatbread, Doritos, Calypso punch, and fruit Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Sausage biscuit, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Beefy nachos, spicy beans, and fruit Attention Seniors- The last day to submit your baby picture for the yearbook is Friday, February 28. The... READ MORE >

DHS DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS Friday, February 21, 2020 Today’s Lunch: Hot dog, smiley fries, baked beans, and fruit Monday’s Breakfast: Cereal, yogurt, fruit, juice, and milk Monday’s Lunch: Ham and cheese on flatbread, Doritos, Calypso punch, and fruit Attention Seniors- The last day to submit your baby picture for the yearbook is Friday, February 28. ... READ MORE >
DU QUOIN MIDDLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS Friday, February 21, 2020 DMS National Jr. Honor Society applications are now available in the office. NJHS is open to 7th and 8th grades. See Mr. Cornett if you have any questions. Any student interested in designing next year’s handbook cover can pick up an information sheet in the office. You must follow the... READ MORE >

Dear DES Families,Next week is our Kids Heart Challenge week, formerly called Jump Rope for Heart focused on teaching students to Move More, Be Kind and Be Ready. During the week, Mr. Geiger will lead students in unique rope jumping and basket shooting challenges during PE. Students will definitely be moving and getting their hearts pumping! The students have... READ MORE >

DHS DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS Wednesday, February 19, 2020 Today’s Lunch: Country fried steak, mashed potatoes with gravy, carrots, and fruit Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Breakfast taco, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Pizza, salad, green beans, and fruit Make plans to attend the 2020 FCCLA Sweetheart Dance. FCCLA cordially invites all Du Quoin High School... READ MORE >
DU QUOIN MIDDLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS Wednesday, February 19, 2020 DMS National Jr. Honor Society applications are now available in the office. NJHS is open to 7th and 8th grades. See Mr. Cornett if you have any questions.Picture day is tomorrow! Get your picture form. Any student interested in designing next year’s handbook cover can pick up an... READ MORE >
DU QUOIN MIDDLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS Tuesday, February 18, 2020 DMS National Jr. Honor Society applications are now available in the office. NJHS is open to 7th and 8th grades. See Mr. Cornett if you have any questions.Picture day is tomorrow! Get your picture form. The Homerooms in the lead for attendance in the month of February are Mr. James, Mr.... READ MORE >

DHS DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS Friday, February 14, 2020 Today’s Lunch: No Lunch – ½ Day of Attendance Tuesday’s Breakfast: Biscuit and gravy, fruit, juice, and milk Tuesday’s Lunch: Softshell taco, Mexican rice, corn, and sidekicks The Orientation to Health Occupations and CNA classes are collecting change as part of z100s Quest for a Million Pennies fundraiser... READ MORE >
DU QUOIN MIDDLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS Thursday, February 13, 2020 DMS National Jr. Honor Society applications are now available in the office. NJHS is open to 7th and 8th grades. See Mr. Cornett if you have any questions.Picture day is Wednesday, February 19. The Homerooms in the lead for attendance in the month of February are Mr. James, Mr. Montgomery,... READ MORE >

DHS DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS Thursday, February 13, 2020 Today’s Lunch: Cheesy breadsticks, salad, peas, and fruit Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Cereal, yogurt, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: No Lunch – ½ Day of Attendance The Orientation to Health Occupations and CNA classes are collecting change as part of z100s Quest for a Million Pennies fundraiser for St.... READ MORE >
DU QUOIN MIDDLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS Wednesday, February 12, 2020 DMS National Jr. Honor Society applications are now available in the office. NJHS is open to 7th and 8th grades. See Mr. Cornett if you have any questions.Picture day is Wednesday, February 19. The Homerooms in the lead for attendance in the month of February are Mr. James, Mr.... READ MORE >
DU QUOIN MIDDLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS Tuesday, February 11, 2020 DMS National Jr. Honor Society applications are now available in the office. NJHS is open to 7th and 8th grades. See Mr. Cornett if you have any questions.The Homerooms in the lead for attendance in the month of February are Mr. James, Mr. Montgomery, Ms. Higgerson, and Mrs. Prather. The... READ MORE >

DHS DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS Wednesday, February 12, 2020 Today’s Lunch: Salisbury steak, mashed potatoes and gravy, green beans, and fruit Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Omelet, toast, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Cheesy breadsticks, salad, peas, and fruit The Orientation to Health Occupations and CNA classes are collecting change as part of z100s Quest for... READ MORE >

Dear DES Families, Next week we will have our spring pictures on Thursday, Feb. 20. These are taken by Humphrey’s Studio who provides a special time before school begins for preschool students and family photos. This is a unique opportunity to help out our school and get great photos! Please see the flyer from Humphrey’s with details for our picture day or call our... READ MORE >

DHS DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS Tuesday, February 11, 2020 Today’s Lunch: Chicken quesadilla, spicy beans, corn, and fruit Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Breakfast pizza, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Salisbury steak, mashed potatoes and gravy, green beans, and fruit The Orientation to Health Occupations and CNA classes are collecting change as part of z100s... READ MORE >

DHS DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS Monday, February 10, 2020 Today’s Lunch: Sausage gravy on a biscuit, tater tots, wango tango punch, and fruit Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Pancake, bacon, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Chicken quesadilla, spicy beans, corn, and fruit The Orientation to Health Occupations and CNA classes are collecting change as part of z100s... READ MORE >
DU QUOIN MIDDLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS Monday, February 10, 2020 DMS National Jr. Honor Society applications are now available in the office. NJHS is open to 7th and 8th grades. See Mr. Cornett if you have any questions.You can order a fresh carnation flower for one of your friends or sweeties. The cost will be $1 each, half dozen for $5 or a DOZEN for $10.... READ MORE >
DU QUOIN MIDDLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS Friday, February 7, 2020 DMS National Jr. Honor Society applications are now available in the office. NJHS is open to 7th and 8th grades. See Mr. Cornett if you have any questions.You can order a fresh carnation flower for one of your friends or sweeties. The cost will be $1 each, half dozen for $5 or a DOZEN for $10. ... READ MORE >
DU QUOIN MIDDLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS Thursday, February 6, 2020 DMS National Jr. Honor Society applications are now available in the office. NJHS is open to 7th and 8th grades. See Mr. Cornett if you have any questions.You can order a fresh carnation flower for one of your friends or sweeties. The cost will be $1 each, half dozen for $5 or a DOZEN for... READ MORE >

DHS DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS Thursday, February 6, 2020 Today’s Lunch: Pizza, salad, peas, and fruit Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Long john, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: BBQ chicken on bun, smiley fries, broccoli with cheese, and fruit If you have not paid for a parking sticker for this school year, you must pay your $10 as soon as possible. This fee for a... READ MORE >

Dear DES Families,We have already heard great news about our new One School, One Book title! The chapters are very short and we have set up for a 13-day schedule of reading to encourage everyone to use the book for your nightly bedtime story. We will also read it at school and have activitiesto support this all school book club adventure. The following is the... READ MORE >
DU QUOIN MIDDLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS Wednesday, February 5, 2020 DMS National Jr. Honor Society applications are now available in the office. NJHS is open to 7th and 8th grades. See Mr. Cornett if you have any questions.You can order a fresh carnation flower for one of your friends or sweeties. The cost will be $1 each, half dozen for $5 or a DOZEN for... READ MORE >

DHS DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS Tuesday, February 4, 2020 Today’s Lunch: Walking taco, confetti beans, and fruit Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Breakfast taco, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Fried chicken leg, cheesy potatoes, carrots, and fruit If you have not paid for a parking sticker for this school year, you must pay your $10 as soon as possible. This fee... READ MORE >
DU QUOIN MIDDLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS Monday, February 3, 2020 For the month of January, the homerooms that won for best attendance are Mrs. Krone, Mrs. Ritter, Ms. Higgerson and Mr. Crain. The grade level that won is 5th grade. DMS National Jr. Honor Society applications are now available in the office. NJHS is open to 7th and 8th grades. See Mr. Cornett... READ MORE >

DHS DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS Friday, January 31, 2020 Today’s Lunch: Hamburger, smiley fries, carrots with ranch, and fruit Monday’s Breakfast: French toast sticks, sausage, fruit, juice, and milk Monday’s Lunch: Ravioli, green beans, salad, garlic bread, and fruit Junior girls: Distinguished Young Women has scholarship opportunities for junior girls. If you... READ MORE >
DU QUOIN MIDDLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS Friday, January 31, 2020 For the month of January, the homerooms that are in the lead for best attendance are Mrs. Krone, Mrs. Smith, Mrs. Casey and Mr. Crain. The grade level in the lead is 5th grade. Student Council is sponsoring a dodgeball tournament that begins Monday, February 3. The sign-up deadline is Friday,... READ MORE >

Dear DES Families, With Valentine’s Day come the childhood excitement of giving and getting special notes and messages. Please contact your child’s teacher if you are in need of a class list of first names for the Valentines. Your child will make a Valentine bag during art class, so you do not need to make one for school. We can’t wait to see the creative... READ MORE >

DHS DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS Wednesday, January 29, 2020 Today’s Lunch: Chicken and noodles, mashed potatoes, green beans, and fruit Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Breakfast pizza, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Cheesy breadsticks, salad, carrots, and fruit Junior girls: Distinguished Young Women has scholarship opportunities for junior girls. If you would... READ MORE >
DU QUOIN MIDDLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS Wednesday, January 29, 2020 For the month of January, the homerooms that are in the lead for best attendance are Mrs. Krone, Mrs. Smith, Mrs. Casey and Mr. Crain. The grade level in the lead is 5th grade. Student Council is sponsoring a dodgeball tournament that begins Monday, February 3. The sign-up deadline is... READ MORE >

DHS DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS Tuesday, January 28, 2020 Today’s Lunch: Nachos, spicy beans, corn, and fruit Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Omelet, toast, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Chicken and noodles, mashed potatoes, green beans, and fruit Attention Sophomore Class Officers and Representatives: There will be a brief meeting in Mrs. Miller's room... READ MORE >
DU QUOIN MIDDLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS Tuesday, January 28, 2020 For the month of January, the homerooms that are in the lead for best attendance are Mrs. Krone, Mrs. Smith, Mrs. Casey and Mr. Crain. The grade level in the lead is 5th grade. Student Council is sponsoring a dodgeball tournament that begins Monday, February 3. The sign-up deadline is Friday,... READ MORE >
DU QUOIN MIDDLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS Monday, January 27, 2020 For the month of January, the homerooms that are in the lead for best attendance are Mrs. Krone, Mrs. Smith, Mrs. Casey and Mr. Crain. The grade level in the lead is 5th grade. Student Council is sponsoring a dodgeball tournament that begins Monday, February 3. The sign-up deadline is Friday,... READ MORE >
DU QUOIN MIDDLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS Friday, January 24, 2020 For the month of January, the homerooms that are in the lead for best attendance are Mrs. Krone, Mrs. Smith, Mrs. Pfeiffer and Mr. Hicks. The grade level in the lead is 5th grade. Student Council is sponsoring a dodgeball tournament that begins Monday, February 3. The sign-up deadline is... READ MORE >

DHS DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS Friday, January 24, 2020 Today’s Lunch: Hot dog, smiley fries, baked beans, and fruit Monday’s Breakfast: Pancake, bacon, fruit, juice, and milk Monday’s Lunch: BBQ riblette, cheesy potatoes, broccoli, and fruit The Elementary school is looking for a math tutor for an elementary student. If interested contact Mrs. Rea at the... READ MORE >
DU QUOIN MIDDLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS Thursday, January 23, 2020 For the month of January, the homerooms that are in the lead for best attendance are Mrs. Krone, Mrs. Smith, Mrs. Pfeiffer and Mr. Hicks. The grade level in the lead is 5th grade. Student Council is sponsoring a dodgeball tournament that begins Monday, February 3. The sign-up deadline is... READ MORE >

DHS DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS Thursday, January 23, 2020 Today’s Lunch: Pizza, salad, green beans, and fruit Tomorrow’s Breakfast: French toast sticks, sausage, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Hot dog, smiley fries, baked beans, and fruit The Elementary school is looking for a math tutor for an elementary student. If interested contact Mrs. Rea at the... READ MORE >

Dear DES Families, Very soon we will be starting our One School, One Book program, an all-school DES book club! Every student will receive a copy of the same title of the selected book at a special school-wide assembly introducing our program and the book. Along with the book, you will receive a reading schedule so that you can keep up at home. Generally, you... READ MORE >
DU QUOIN MIDDLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS Wednesday, January 22, 2020 For the month of January, the homerooms that are in the lead for best attendance are Mrs. Krone, Mrs. Smith, Mrs. Casey and Mr. Hicks. The grade level in the lead is 5th grade. Student Council is sponsoring a dodgeball tournament that begins Monday, February 3. The sign-up deadline is... READ MORE >

DHS DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTSTuesday, January 21, 2020 Today’s Lunch: Softshell taco, corn, and fruitTomorrow’s Breakfast: Breakfast pizza, fruit, juice, and milkTomorrow’s Lunch: Country fried steak, mashed potatoes with gravy, carrots, and fruit The new prices for yearbooks are $48 for a basic yearbook and $50 with a yearbook with a nameplate. New order forms are... READ MORE >
DU QUOIN MIDDLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS Friday, January 17, 2020 For the month of January, the homerooms that are in the lead for best attendance are Mrs. Krone, Mrs. Smith, Mrs. Casey and Mr. Hicks. The grade level in the lead is 5th grade. Student Council is sponsoring a dodgeball tournament that begins Monday, February 3. The sign-up deadline is Friday,... READ MORE >

DHS DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS Friday, January 17, 2020 Today’s Lunch: Hamburger, broccoli with cheese, carrots with dip, and fruit Tuesday’s Breakfast: Biscuit and gravy, fruit, juice, and milk Tuesday’s Lunch: Softshell taco, corn, and fruit Seniors, make sure to check the spelling of your names for your diplomas before second hour today. There is a list in the... READ MORE >
DU QUOIN MIDDLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS Thursday, January 16, 2020 For the month of January, the homerooms that are in the lead for best attendance are Mrs. Krone, Mr. Montgomery, Mr. Norris and Mr. Crain. The grade level in the lead is 6th grade. Science Club members who did not sign up for science club shirts need to come sign up in Mr. Hick’s room ASAP.... READ MORE >

DHS DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS Thursday, January 16, 2020 Today’s Lunch: Cheesy breadsticks, salad, peas, and fruit Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Breakfast pizza, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Hamburger, broccoli with cheese, carrots with dip, and fruit Seniors, make sure to check the spelling of your names for your diplomas before Friday, January 17. There is... READ MORE >

Dear DES Families,This month our Choose to Be Nice character trait is HONESTY. Students have weekly lessons focused on our monthly focus throughout the school year. Last Friday students learned about why it is important to tell the truth and to be honest. Our early elementary students played a “what would you do” game practicing answering various scenarios... READ MORE >

DHS DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS Wednesday, January 15, 2020 Today’s Lunch: Salisbury steak, mashed potatoes and gravy, green beans, and fruit Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Cheese omelet, toast, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Cheesy breadsticks, salad, peas, and fruit Friends of Rachel Club will have a meeting today at 3:15 in the Library. We will begin planning... READ MORE >
DU QUOIN MIDDLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS Wednesday, January 15, 2020 For the month of January, the homerooms that are in the lead for best attendance are Mrs. Krone, Mr. Montgomery, Mr. Norris and Mr. Crain. The grade level in the lead is 6th grade. Science Club members who did not sign up for science club shirts need to come sign up in Mr. Hick’s room ASAP.... READ MORE >

DHS DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS Tuesday, January 14, 2020 Today’s Lunch: Chicken quesadilla, spicy beans, corn, and fruit Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Chicken biscuit, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Salisbury steak, mashed potatoes and gravy, green beans, and fruit Speech practice will resume today. Friends of Rachel Club will have a meeting Wednesday at 3:15... READ MORE >
DU QUOIN MIDDLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS Tuesday, January 14, 2020 For the month of January, the homerooms that are in the lead for best attendance are Mrs. Krone, Mr. Montgomery, Mr. Norris and Mr. Crain. The grade level in the lead is 6th grade. Science Club meeting is today. The students who made semifinals and finals in the volleyball tournament need to... READ MORE >

DHS DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS Monday, January 13, 2020 Today’s Lunch: Chicken strips, waffle with syrup, tater tots, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Pancake, ham, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Chicken quesadilla, spicy beans, corn, and fruit Speech practice will resume on Tuesday, January 14. Friends of Rachel Club will have a meeting... READ MORE >
DU QUOIN MIDDLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS Friday, January 10, 2020 For the month of January, the homerooms that are in the lead for best attendance are Mrs. Krone, Mrs. Smith, Mr. Norris and Mr. Crain. The grade level in the lead is 5th grade. The next Science Club meeting is Tuesday, January 14. The following students need to meet in Mrs. Mathis room at... READ MORE >

DHS DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS Friday, January 10, 2020 Today’s Lunch: BBQ chicken on bun, smiley fries, corn, and fruit Monday’s Breakfast: Cereal, yogurt, fruit, juice, and milk Monday’s Lunch: Chicken strips, waffle with syrup, tater tots, fruit, juice, and milk HOSA will be sponsoring a formal dress consignment sale on Saturday, January 11th. If you have... READ MORE >

DHS DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS Thursday, January 9, 2020 Today’s Lunch: Pizza, salad, peas, and fruit Tomorrow’s Breakfast: French toast sticks, sausage, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: BBQ chicken on bun, smiley fries, corn, and fruit HOSA will be sponsoring a formal dress consignment sale on Saturday, January 11th. If you have dresses, special occasion... READ MORE >

Dear DES Families,First we wish you all a Happy New Year filled with many successes. During winter break, I hope you had the chance to catch up with friends and family and enjoy some rest and relaxation. One of the things I appreciate most about our DES faculty and staff is that we are not silent about the things that matter and together we continue to provide a... READ MORE >

DHS DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS Wednesday, January 8, 2020 Today’s Lunch: Chicken strips, mashed potatoes with gravy, carrots, and fruit Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Biscuit and gravy, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Pizza, salad, peas, and fruit HOSA will be sponsoring a formal dress consignment sale on Saturday, January 11th. If you have dresses, special... READ MORE >

DHS DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS Tuesday, January 7, 2020 Today’s Lunch: Walking taco, confetti beans, and fruit Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Breakfast taco, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Chicken strips, mashed potatoes with gravy, carrots, and fruit Tryouts for the spring musical Beauty and the Beast will be this week. Vocal and acting auditions will begin at... READ MORE >
DU QUOIN MIDDLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS Tuesday, January 7, 2020 For the month of December, the homerooms that won best attendance are Mrs. Small, Mrs. Smith, Ms. Higgerson and Mrs. Montgomery. The grade level that won is 5th grade. Happy Birthday to Emilie Tritschler and Addison Willis. Lunch today is walking taco. READ MORE >

DHS DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS Monday, January 6, 2020 Today’s Lunch: Ravioli, green beans, salad, garlic bread, and fruit Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Pancake and sausage bites, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Walking taco, confetti beans, and fruit Tryouts for the spring musical Beauty and the Beast will be this week. Vocal and acting auditions will begin at... READ MORE >
DU QUOIN MIDDLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTSMonday, January 6, 2020 For the month of December, the homerooms that won best attendance are Mrs. Small, Mrs. Smith, Ms. Higgerson and Mrs. Montgomery. The grade level that won is 5th grade. Lunch today is Ravioli. READ MORE >
DU QUOIN MIDDLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS Wednesday, December 18, 2019 Boys 5th and 6th grade basketball tryouts will be held on Wednesday, December 18 at 3:00. All students trying out must have a current physical and proof of insurance to try-out.Thursday during 7th hour in the commons is a party for all students who have perfect attendance for the entire... READ MORE >

Dear DES Families,It’s hard to believe, but Friday, Dec. 20 is the end of the 2nd quarter and first half of the school year. At DES, we believe a successful educational, emotional, and physical growth of student is achieved through strong collaboration and involvement of parents and the school community. We appreciate all those who work in connection with us to... READ MORE >

DHS DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS Tuesday, December 17, 2019 Today’s Lunch: Chicken quesadilla, spicy beans, corn, and fruit Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Breakfast pizza, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Salisbury steak, mashed potatoes with gravy, green beans, and fruit All lost and found items will be donated during Christmas break. Please go through items in the... READ MORE >
DU QUOIN MIDDLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS Tuesday, December 17, 2019 Boys 5th and 6th grade basketball tryouts will be held on Wednesday, December 18 at 3:00. All students trying out must have a current physical and proof of insurance to try-out.Thursday during 7th hour in the commons is a party for all students who have perfect attendance for the entire... READ MORE >

DHS DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS Monday, December 16, 2019 Today’s Lunch: Corndog, smiley fries, peas, and fruit Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Pancakes, sausage, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Chicken quesadilla, spicy beans, corn, and fruit All lost and found items will be donated during Christmas break. Please go through items in the Commons as well as in the... READ MORE >
DU QUOIN MIDDLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS Monday, December 16, 2019 Boys 5th and 6th grade basketball tryouts will be held on Wednesday, December 18 at 3:00. All students trying out must have a current physical and proof of insurance to try-out. How would you like to send a sweet treat to a friend this holiday season? The Builder's Club will be selling Candy... READ MORE >

Dear DES Families, The weather is beginning to feel more like winter every day. We hold outdoor recess daily unless it is raining or too cold. Students need to be prepared with coats and accessories to enjoy the outdoor periods and time to “exercise” our energy. Please review the guide we use in making decisions concerning recess in the attached Child Care Weather... READ MORE >

DHS DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS Thursday, December 12, 2019 Today’s Lunch: Pizza, salad, corn, and fruit Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Bagel, cream cheese, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Philly sloppy jo, smiley fries, carrots, and fruit The LAST day to order your 2020 Flashlight yearbook at the fall price is Friday, December 20. The price will go up in January.... READ MORE >
DU QUOIN MIDDLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS Thursday, December 12, 2019 Boys 5th and 6th grade basketball tryouts will be held on Wednesday, December 18 at 3:00. All students trying out must have a current physical and proof of insurance to try-out.The NJHS will be hosting a movie night on Friday, December 13 at 5:30. Dr. Seuss' The Grinch by... READ MORE >

DHS DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS Wednesday, December 11, 2019 Today’s Lunch: Ham slice, mashed sweet potatoes, green beans, dinner roll, and fruit Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Biscuit and gravy, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Pizza, salad, corn, and fruit Seniors, please come to the office by the end of the day on Thursday, December 12 to complete a form for the... READ MORE >
DU QUOIN MIDDLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS Wednesday, December 11, 2019 Boys 5th and 6th grade basketball tryouts will be held on Wednesday, December 18 at 3:00. All students trying out must have a current physical and proof of insurance to try-out.The NJHS will be hosting a movie night on Friday, December 13 at 5:30. Dr. Seuss' The Grinch by... READ MORE >
DU QUOIN MIDDLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS Monday, December 9, 2019 Boys 5th and 6th grade basketball tryouts will be held on Wednesday, December 18 at 3:00. All students trying out must have a current physical and proof of insurance to try-out.The NJHS will be hosting a movie night on Friday, December 13 at 5:30. Dr. Seuss' The Grinch by Illumination/Universal... READ MORE >
DU QUOIN MIDDLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS Monday, December 9, 2019 Boys 5th and 6th grade basketball tryouts will be held on Wednesday, December 18 at 3:00. All students trying out must have a current physical and proof of insurance to try-out.The NJHS will be hosting a movie night on Friday, December 13 at 5:30. Dr. Seuss' The Grinch by Illumination/Universal... READ MORE >

DHS DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS Monday, December 9, 2019 Today’s Lunch: Chicken patty, broccoli, carrots with dip, and fruit Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Pancake and sausage bites, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Walking taco, confetti beans, and fruit Seniors, please come to the office by the end of the day on Thursday, December 12 to complete a form for the... READ MORE >
DU QUOIN MIDDLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS Friday, December 6, 2019 Boys 5th and 6th grade basketball tryouts will be held on Wednesday, December 18 at 3:00. All students trying out must have a current physical and proof of insurance to try-out.Builder's Club Officers need to come and see Mrs. Krone very briefly after these announcements. OFFICERS ONLYThe NJHS... READ MORE >

DHS DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS Friday, December 6, 2019 Today’s Lunch: Hamburger, smiley fries, broccoli with cheese, and fruit Monday’s Breakfast: French toast sticks, sausage, fruit, juice, and milk Monday’s Lunch: Chicken patty, broccoli, carrots with dip, and fruit Attention class of 2020: Senior shirts are in! You may pick up your senior shirt in Mrs.... READ MORE >
DU QUOIN MIDDLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS Thursday, December 5, 2019 2:00 dismissal today. NO after school. Boys 5th and 6th grade basketball tryouts will be held on Wednesday, December 18 at 3:00. All students trying out must have a current physical and proof of insurance to try-out.The NJHS will be hosting a movie night on Friday, December 13 at 5:30. Dr.... READ MORE >

DHS DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS Thursday, December 5, 2019 Today’s Lunch: Cheesy breadsticks, salad, carrots, and fruit Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Cereal, yogurt, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Hamburger, smiley fries, broccoli with cheese, and fruit Attention class of 2020: Senior shirts are in! You may pick up your senior shirt in Mrs. McPherson’s room... READ MORE >

Dear DES Families,It’s hard to believe, but in just a couple of weeks, we will finish the first semester of this school year. Report card day will be the Monday after returning from the holiday break on January 6. Watch for those report cards and reach out to your teacher if you have questions or concerns with your child’s progress.Next week, thanks to the work of... READ MORE >
DU QUOIN MIDDLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS Wednesday, December 4, 2019 2:00 dismissal on Thursday. Boys 5th and 6th grade basketball tryouts will be held on Wednesday, December 18 at 3:00. All students trying out must have a current physical and proof of insurance to try-out.The NJHS will be hosting a movie night on Friday, December 13 at 5:30. Dr. Seuss' The... READ MORE >

DHS DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS Wednesday, December 4, 2019 Today’s Lunch: Chicken and noodles, mashed potatoes, green beans, and fruit Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Breakfast pizza, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Cheesy breadsticks, salad, carrots, and fruit Attention class of 2020: Senior shirts are in! You may pick up your senior shirt in Mrs. McPherson’s room... READ MORE >
DU QUOIN MIDDLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS Tuesday, December 3, 2019 2:00 dismissal on Thursday. Thank you for the hat and gloves donation for the DMS band’s Expo hall tree. Boys 5th and 6th grade basketball tryouts will be held on Wednesday, December 18 at 3:00. All students trying out must have a current physical and proof of insurance to try-out.The NJHS... READ MORE >

DHS DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS Tuesday, December 3, 2019 Today’s Lunch: Nachos with beef, refried beans, corn, and fruit Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Omelet, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Chicken and noodles, mashed potatoes, green beans, and fruit Attention class of 2020: Senior shirts are in! You may pick up your senior shirt in Mrs. McPherson’s room BEFORE... READ MORE >

DHS DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS Monday, December 2, 2019 Today’s Lunch: Ravioli, green beans, carrots with dip, garlic bread, and fruit Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Sausage biscuit, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Nachos with beef, refried beans, corn, and fruit Attention class of 2020: Senior shirts are in! You may pick up your senior shirt in Mrs. McPherson’s... READ MORE >
DU QUOIN MIDDLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS Monday, December 2, 2019 For the Month of November, the homerooms that won best attendance are Mr. James, Mr. Montgomery, Ms. Higgerson, and Mrs. Montgomery’s. The grade level that won is 5th grade. Clothing Donations for the Du Quoin Middle School Band's Tree for the Holiday Lights Fair. The theme of the tree is... READ MORE >

DHS DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS Tuesday, November 26, 2019 Today’s Lunch: Softshell taco, corn, and fruit Monday’s Breakfast: Pancakes, bacon, fruit, juice, and milk Monday’s Lunch: Ravioli, green beans, carrots with dip, garlic bread, and fruit Students-Miss Du Quoin Pageant information is now available in the guidance office. This pageant is open to all high... READ MORE >

DHS DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS Monday, November 25, 2019 Today’s Lunch: Chicken alfredo, buttered broccoli, salad, garlic bread, and fruit Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Biscuit and gravy, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Softshell taco, corn, and fruit French club is selling Eiffel bonbons for $1 a pack. The flavors are strawberry, blue raspberry, green apple,... READ MORE >
DU QUOIN MIDDLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS Monday, November 25, 2019 Here are the final counts for the food drive: Mrs. Ritter's class still holds FIRST PLACE for the 12th year in a row with 428 cans. Mrs. Krone's class was second with 219 food items. The winner of the Big Bag of Candy was also Mrs. Ritter's Homeroom with 116 cans of soup. Thank you to... READ MORE >
DU QUOIN MIDDLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS Friday, November 22, 2019 The Builder's Club canned food drive ends this morning. Results will be announced later in the day. For the Month of November, the homerooms in the lead are Mr. James, Mr. Montgomery, Ms. Higgerson and Mrs. Montgomery’s class. 5th grade is currently in the lead for best grade level... READ MORE >

DHS DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS Friday, November 22, 2019 Today’s Lunch: Chicken strips, broccoli with cheese, carrots with dip, and fruit Monday’s Breakfast: Muffin, fruit, juice, and milk Monday’s Lunch: Chicken alfredo, buttered broccoli, salad, garlic bread, and fruit French club is selling Eiffel bonbons for $1 a pack. The flavors are strawberry, blue... READ MORE >

Today’s Lunch: Cheesy breadsticks, salad, peas, and fruit Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Sausage biscuit, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Chicken strips, broccoli with cheese, carrots with dip, and fruit French club is selling Eiffel bonbons for $1 a pack. The flavors are strawberry, blue raspberry, green apple, and watermelon. Please see a participating... READ MORE >
DU QUOIN MIDDLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS Thursday, November 21, 2019 The Builder's Club is sponsoring a canned food until tomorrow! Last Chance to win a pizza party! Help us stock our local food pantry for the holidays. For the Month of November, the homerooms in the lead are Mr. James, Mr. Montgomery, Ms. Higgerson and Mrs. Montgomery’s class. 5th grade... READ MORE >

Dear DES Families,For this and more we are thankful:We are thankful to families and parents who send their student to school every day ready to learn. It’s a wonderful reminder of what is important and why we are here for this community.I am thankful for all our teachers, aides, nurses, bus drivers, secretaries, cafeteria staff, support staff, counselors and office... READ MORE >

DHS DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS Wednesday, November 20, 2019 Today’s Lunch: Turkey, mashed potatoes and gravy, green beans, roll, and Craisins Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Omelet, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Cheesy breadsticks, salad, peas, and fruit French club is selling Eiffel bonbons for $1 a pack. The flavors are strawberry, blue raspberry, green apple,... READ MORE >
DU QUOIN MIDDLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS Tuesday, November 19, 2019 The Builder's Club is sponsoring a canned food drive from now until next Friday, November 22nd. Help stock our local food pantry for the holidays. The classroom in the lead for the most food items brought in for the food pantry is Mr. James with 32 items, 2nd place is Mrs. Ritter with 31... READ MORE >

DHS DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS Monday, November 18, 2019 Today’s Lunch: Sausage gravy on a biscuit, tater tots, wango tango punch, and fruit Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Pancake, ham slice, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Chicken quesadilla, spicy beans, corn, and fruit French club is selling Eiffel bonbons for $1 a pack. The flavors are strawberry, blue... READ MORE >
DU QUOIN MIDDLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS Monday, November 18, 2019 The Builder's Club is sponsoring a canned food drive from now until next Friday, November 22nd. Help stock our local food pantry for the holidays. The classroom in the lead for the most food items brought in for the food pantry is Mr. James with 32 items, 2nd place is Mrs. Ritter with 31... READ MORE >

Today’s Lunch: BBQ chicken, smiley fries, corn, and fruit Monday’s Breakfast: Cereal, yogurt, fruit, juice, and milk Monday’s Lunch: Sausage gravy on a biscuit, tater tots, wango tango punch, and fruit If you are unsure if you have purchased a Flashlight yearbook, a list is available in the Commons. Yearbook sales will continue and remain at the same price... READ MORE >
DU QUOIN MIDDLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS Friday, November 15, 2019 The Builder's Club is sponsoring a canned food drive from now until next Friday, November 22nd. Help stock our local food pantry for the holidays. The class collecting the most food items by the end of the contest will get a pizza party. The homeroom class collecting the most HAMBURGER... READ MORE >

Dear DES Families,We are rescheduling our Veteran’s Day Program for Monday, Nov. 25 beginning at 8:30. We will send invitations to our honored guests, but ask that you share this information withthose in your family to help spread the word. Participating Veterans should call our office to make a reservation so we have plenty of breakfast supplies.What a dramatic... READ MORE >
DU QUOIN MIDDLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS Thursday, November 14, 2019 The Builder's Club is sponsoring a canned food drive from now until next Friday, November 22nd. Help stock our local food pantry for the holidays. The class collecting the most food items by the end of the contest will get a pizza party. The homeroom class collecting the most HAMBURGER... READ MORE >

Today’s Lunch: Pizza, salad, peas, and fruit Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Long John, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: BBQ chicken, smiley fries, corn, and fruit If you are unsure if you have purchased a Flashlight yearbook, a list is available in the Commons. Thank you to everyone that ordered a yearbook for the gift card raffle. Thanks to our sponsors... READ MORE >
DU QUOIN MIDDLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS Wednesday, November 13, 2019 The Builder's Club is sponsoring a canned food drive from now until next Friday, November 22nd. Help stock our local food pantry for the holidays. The class collecting the most food items by the end of the contest will get a pizza party. The homeroom class collecting the most HAMBURGER... READ MORE >

Today’s Lunch: Walking taco, confetti beans, and fruit Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Biscuit and gravy, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Pizza, salad, peas, and fruit If you are unsure if you have purchased a Flashlight yearbook, a list is available in the Commons. Thank you to everyone that ordered a yearbook for the gift card raffle. Thanks to our... READ MORE >
Great job DMS National Jr. Honor Society members for organizing the first Halloween food drive at DMS! READ MORE >
DU QUOIN MIDDLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS Thursday, November 7, 2019 The Builder's Club mission this Fall is to continue to help the Du Quoin Food Pantry during the month of November and we NEED YOU to help us. From Nov. 12th-Nov. 22nd we will be collecting cans of food and boxes of shelf-stable foods like hamburger helper, mac & cheese, ramen noodles,... READ MORE >

Dear DES Families,What a fantastic Family Reading Night! We really appreciate the PTO partnering with us to host the dinner option. They profited over $1000 with the Fish Fry Fundraiser! It was great to see all the students, families and teachers focused on reading some of our favorite story selections. Special thanks to the 3rd grade team, Miss Beckham, Mrs.... READ MORE >

Today’s Lunch: Chicken and noodles, mashed potatoes, green beans, and fruitTomorrow’s Breakfast: Breakfast pizza, fruit, juice, and milkTomorrow’s Lunch: Cheesy breadsticks, salad, carrots, and fruit Have you taken your senior pictures yet? If you're the senior ahead of the game, you can email your favorite picture to Mrs. Dunavan at... READ MORE >
DU QUOIN MIDDLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS Wednesday, November 6, 2019 The Builder's Club mission this Fall is to continue to help the Du Quoin Food Pantry during the month of November and we NEED YOU to help us. From Nov. 12th-Nov. 22nd we will be collecting cans of food and boxes of shelf-stable foods like hamburger helper, mac & cheese, ramen noodles,... READ MORE >
DU QUOIN MIDDLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS Tuesday, November 5, 2019 Results for the NHJS door competition are, 3rd place-Mrs. Casey, 2nd place-Mrs. Small, and the winner is Mr. Norris’ class! Thank you to all who donated canned goods to the Du Quoin Food Pantry. The Builder's Club mission this Fall is to continue to help the Du Quoin Food Pantry during the... READ MORE >

Today’s Lunch: Mini chicken tacos, spicy beans, corn, and fruit Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Omelet, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Chicken and noodles, mashed potatoes, green beans, and fruit Have you taken your senior pictures yet? If you're the senior ahead of the game, you can email your favorite picture to Mrs. Dunavan at... READ MORE >
Today’s Lunch: Baked ham, cheesy potatoes, broccoli, and fruit Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Sausage biscuit, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Mini chicken tacos, spicy beans, corn, and fruit Have you taken your senior pictures yet? If you're the senior ahead of the game, you can email your favorite picture to Mrs. Dunavan at... READ MORE >
DU QUOIN MIDDLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS Monday, November 4, 2019 Results for the NHJS door competition are, 3rd place-Mrs. Casey, 2nd place-Mrs. Small, and the winner is Mr. Norris’ class! Thank you to all who donated canned goods to the Du Quoin Food Pantry. The Builder's Club mission this Fall is to continue to help the Du Quoin Food Pantry during the... READ MORE >
DU QUOIN MIDDLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS Friday, November 1, 2019 The Builder's Club has made a donation of $290 to the Du Quoin Food Pantry. Thank you to all DMS students for helping us raise this money by buying bracelets at lunch!! This will buy quite a bit of food for families in Du Quoin for the upcoming Thanksgiving and Christmas season. For the Month... READ MORE >

Today’s Lunch: Hot dog, smiley fries, baked beans, and fruit Monday’s Breakfast: Pancakes, bacon, fruit, juice, and milk Monday’s Lunch: Baked ham, cheesy potatoes, broccoli, and fruit Tryouts for girls’ basketball will begin on Monday, November 4th. Girls who plan on trying out must have a physical and insurance form on file with the school. Also, if anyone... READ MORE >

Today’s Lunch: No lunch – ½ day of attendance Tomorrow’s Breakfast: French toast sticks, sausage, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Hot dog, smiley fries, baked beans, and fruit Have you purchased your Flashlight yearbook yet? Order your book before Thursday, November 7 to be entered to win one of ten gift cards. Order forms are on the stand outside... READ MORE >
DU QUOIN MIDDLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS Thursday, October 31, 2019 The Builder's Club has made a donation of $290 to the Du Quoin Food Pantry. Thank you to all DMS students for helping us raise this money by buying bracelets at lunch!! This will buy quite a bit of food for families in Du Quoin for the upcoming Thanksgiving and Christmas seasons.Tomorrow is... READ MORE >

Dear DES Families,We appreciate all the families who scheduled conferences this week for their student. If you have not met with your teacher, please contact them to set up an appointment. We are striving to meet with 100% of our families, knowing how important our collaboration is to your student’s success at school.Next Tuesday, Nov. 5 is our DES Family Reading... READ MORE >

Today’s Lunch: Country fried steak, mashed potatoes with gravy, carrots, and fruit Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Muffin, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: No lunch – ½ day of attendance Have you purchased your Flashlight yearbook yet? Order your book before Thursday, November 7 to be entered to win one of ten gift cards. Order forms are on the stand outside... READ MORE >
DU QUOIN MIDDLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS Wednesday, October 30, 2019 Thursday is an 11:00 dismissal. The Builder's Club has made a donation of $290 to the Du Quoin Food Pantry. Thank you to all DMS students for helping us raise this money by buying bracelets at lunch!! This will buy quite a bit of food for families in Du Quoin for the upcoming Thanksgiving... READ MORE >

Today’s Lunch: Softshell taco, confetti beans, and Raisels Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Breakfast pizza, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Country fried steak, mashed potatoes with gravy, carrots, and fruit The after school program is looking for Juniors and Seniors who are members of FCCLA, NHS, FBLA or another leadership club who would be interested in... READ MORE >

Please us the following link on your mobile device to purchase tickets in advance for the Playoff game on Saturday, November, 2, 2019. This will be the only way to purchase tickets in advance for this game.https://gofan.co/app/events/70744 READ MORE >
DU QUOIN MIDDLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS Monday, October 28, 2019 No after school on Tuesday and Wednesday due to Parent/Teacher conferences. Thursday is an 11:00 dismissal. The DMS National Jr. Honor Society will be sponsoring a Halloween classroom door decorating contest (participation is voluntary). The contest will run this week through next Thursday. ... READ MORE >

Today’s Lunch: Ravioli, green beans, salad, garlic bread, and fruit Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Biscuit and gravy, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Softshell taco, confetti beans, and Raisels The after school program is looking for Juniors and Seniors who are members of FCCLA, NHS, FBLA or another leadership club who would be interested in tutoring during... READ MORE >

Today’s Lunch: Chicken patty, broccoli with cheese, carrots with dip, and fruit Monday’s Breakfast: Breakfast taco, fruit, juice, and milk Monday’s Lunch: Ravioli, green beans, salad, garlic bread, and fruit CLASS OF 2020! OUR BALFOUR REPRESENTATIVES WILL BE HERE ON THE FOLLOWING DATE: today at lunch. A $75 down payment is required with a senior... READ MORE >

Today’s Lunch: Cheesy breadsticks, salad, peas, and fruit Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Sausage biscuit, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Chicken patty, broccoli with cheese, carrots with dip, and fruit CLASS OF 2020! OUR BALFOUR REPRESENTATIVES WILL BE HERE ON THE FOLLOWING DATE: Friday, October 25th at lunch. A $75 down payment... READ MORE >
DU QUOIN MIDDLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS Thursday, October 24, 2019 The book fair is here this week in the library. Books can be purchased during reading classes. The DMS National Jr. Honor Society will be sponsoring a Halloween classroom door decorating contest (participation is voluntary). The contest will run this week through next Thursday. Winner will... READ MORE >

Dear DES Families,Next week is a busy one at DES! We will have our after school program, Arrow Academy,on Monday only. There are parent-teacher conferences on Tuesday, Oct. 29 from 5 PM-7:30 PM and again on Wednesday, Oct. 30 from 3:30 PM-6:00 PM. Finally, we dismiss on Oct. 31 at 11 AM, please be cautious as student leave the school building. We’ve had several... READ MORE >
DU QUOIN MIDDLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS Wednesday, October 23, 2019 The book fair is here this week in the library. Books can be purchased during reading classes. The DMS National Jr. Honor Society will be sponsoring a Halloween classroom door decorating contest (participation is voluntary). The contest will run this week through next Thursday. Winner will... READ MORE >

Today’s Lunch: Sausage gravy on a biscuit, tater tots, dragon punch, and fruit Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Breakfast pizza, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Salisbury steak, mashed potatoes with gravy, green beans, and fruit CLASS OF 2020! OUR BALFOUR REPRESENTATIVES WILL BE HERE ON THE FOLLOWING DATE: Friday, October 25th at lunch. A $75 down payment... READ MORE >
DU QUOIN MIDDLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS Tuesday, October 22, 2019 The book fair is here this week in the library. Books can be purchased during reading classes. The DMS National Jr. Honor Society will be sponsoring a Halloween classroom door decorating contest (participation is voluntary). The contest will run this week through next Thursday. Winner will... READ MORE >
DU QUOIN MIDDLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS Monday, October 21, 2019 For the Month of October, the homerooms in the lead are Mrs. Krone and Mrs. Small’s class is tied for first, Mr. Heape, Mrs. Pfeiffer and Mrs. Montgomery’s class. The grade level in the lead is 5th grade! The Mindfulness Quote of the day is Mindset Monday - “A person who has never made a... READ MORE >

Today’s Lunch: Stuffed crust pizza, salad, green beans, and fruit Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Long john, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Cheesy-philly sloppy jo, smiley fries, carrots, and fruit Sophomores- anyone that is interested in the HOBY Leadership Conference please stop in guidance for more information. One sophomore will be chosen to attend... READ MORE >

Dear DES Families,You definitely will want to attend the high school home football game this Friday. The Future Cheerleaders, our Papoose students who participated in the DHS cheer clinic, will be performing at the game. Also the PTO will be selling meal tickets for a Country Rhodes Fish-Chicken dinner as a fundraiser for our school. This fundraiser dinner will be... READ MORE >

Today’s Lunch: General Tso’s chicken, Asian brown rice, garlic broccoli, carrots, and fruit Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Biscuit and gravy, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Stuffed crust pizza, salad, green beans, and fruit Sophomores- anyone that is interested in the HOBY Leadership Conference please stop in guidance for more information.... READ MORE >
DU QUOIN MIDDLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS Wednesday, October 16, 2019 The Builder's Club will be making and selling bracelets for $1.00 during lunch hours. All the money will go to the Du Quoin Food Pantry as a cash donation, so help us earn lots of money to help the community of Du Quoin!! Builder's Club T-Shirt orders are due Friday, October 18th. Return... READ MORE >
DU QUOIN MIDDLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS Tuesday, October 15, 2019 The Builder's Club will be making and selling bracelets for $1.00 during lunch hours. All the money will go to the Du Quoin Food Pantry as a cash donation, so help us earn lots of money to help the community of Du Quoin!! Builder's Club T-Shirt orders are due Friday, October 18th. Return... READ MORE >

Today’s Lunch: Cheesy breadsticks, salad, green beans, and fruit Tuesday’s Breakfast: Pancake and sausage bites, fruit, juice, and milk Tuesday’s Lunch: Tortilla chips, cheesy beef queso, refried beans, corn, and Sidekicks Picture retake day is today. Picture packets are available in the office. The After School Program will be providing a cooking class in... READ MORE >
DU QUOIN MIDDLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS Thursday, October 10, 2019 There is After School today. The Builder's Club will be making and selling bracelets for $1.00 during lunch hours. All the money will go to the Du Quoin Food Pantry as a cash donation, so help us earn lots of money to help the community of Du Quoin!! Builder's Club T-Shirt orders are due... READ MORE >

Dear DES Families,We will not have school this Friday so we can attend our Regional Office of Education Teacher Institute training day. Also the following Monday, Oct. 14, Columbus Day, school is dismissed for the holiday. We are beginning to set meeting times for parent-teacher conferences for Wednesday, Oct. 29 from 5-7:30 and Thursday, Oct. 30 from 3:30 - 6:00.... READ MORE >
DU QUOIN MIDDLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS Wednesday, October 9, 2019 Starting on Monday during your lunch hour, the Builder's Club will be making and selling bracelets for $1.00. All the money will go to the Du Quoin Food Pantry as a cash donation, so help us earn lots of money to help the community of Du Quoin!! Those Builder's Club members who would like to... READ MORE >

Today’s Lunch: Chicken Alfredo, buttered broccoli, salad, garlic bread, and fruit Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Breakfast pizza, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Cheesy breadsticks, salad, green beans, and fruit Anyone interested in Student Senate needs to pick up a general membership application from the office. Picture retake day is Thursday, Oct 10. ... READ MORE >

Today’s Lunch: Mini chicken tacos, spicy beans, corn, and fruit Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Cheese omelet, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Chicken Alfredo, buttered broccoli, salad, garlic bread, and fruit Anyone interested in Student Senate needs to pick up a general membership application from the office. Picture retake day is Thursday, Oct 10. Picture... READ MORE >
DU QUOIN MIDDLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS Tuesday, October 8, 2019 Starting on Monday during your lunch hour, the Builder's Club will be making and selling bracelets for $1.00. All the money will go to the Du Quoin Food Pantry as a cash donation, so help us earn lots of money to help the community of Du Quoin!! Those Builder's Club members who would like to... READ MORE >

Today’s Lunch: BBQ rib patty, cheesy potatoes, carrots, cornbread with butter, and fruit Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Sausage biscuit, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Mini chicken tacos, spicy beans, corn, and fruit Anyone interested in Student Senate needs to pick up a general membership application from the office. Picture retake day is Thursday, Oct 10.... READ MORE >

Today’s Lunch: Pizza, salad, green beans, and fruit Tomorrow’s Breakfast: French toast sticks, sausage, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Corndog, smiley fries, broccoli with cheese, and fruit Anyone interested in Student Senate needs to pick up a general membership application from the office. Art Club t-shirt sign-up is now available in the art... READ MORE >

Dear DES Families, October is upon us and is a busy time at DES. We will focus on Kindness as part of our positive behavior program and discuss ways to spread kindness everywhere like Kind Kiera. We will hold our annual Unity Day on Oct. 23. We ask everyone to wear orange on this day to show we are United, like a team, against bullying!During this month we will... READ MORE >

Today’s Lunch: Country fried steak, mashed potatoes with gravy, carrots, and fruit Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Breakfast taco, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Pizza, salad, green beans, and fruit Anyone interested in Student Senate needs to pick up a general membership application from Mr. McChristian. Art Club t-shirt sign-up is now available in the art... READ MORE >

Today’s Lunch: Softshell taco, confetti beans, and Raisels Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Breakfast pizza, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Country fried steak, mashed potatoes with gravy, carrots, and fruit Any Sophomore that is interested in taking the PSAT/NMSQT needs to sign up in the guidance office. Anyone interested in Student Senate needs to pick up a... READ MORE >

Today’s Lunch: Spaghetti with meatballs, green beans, garlic bread, and fruit Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Biscuit and gravy, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Softshell taco, confetti beans, and Raisels In observance of Domestic Violence Awareness month, everyone is welcome to wear purple on October 1. Any Sophomore that is interested in taking the... READ MORE >
DU QUOIN MIDDLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS Friday, September 27, 2019 The Homerooms in the lead right now for the month of September are Mrs. Krone’s room, Mr. Heape with Mr.Montgomery’s room in a close 2nd, Ms. Higgerson and Mrs. Prather’s class.The Grade level in the lead is 5th grade. There will be a Builder's Club meeting Tuesday for 5th and 6th graders... READ MORE >

Today’s Lunch: Cheesy breadsticks, salad, peas, and fruit Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Sausage, biscuit, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Chicken patty, broccoli with cheese, carrots with dip, and fruit In observance of Domestic Violence Awareness month, everyone is welcome to wear purple on October 1. Any Sophomore that is interested in taking the... READ MORE >

Sept. 25, 2019 Dear DES Families,Well the 1st quarter of the school year is nearing an end in just a few weeks. The quarter ends on Oct. 18 with our 1st report card date of Oct. 25th. You can check grades online anytime or schedule a meeting with your student’s teachers to review grades and stay updated on their progress. As a reminder our Kindergarten students... READ MORE >

Today’s Lunch: Salisbury steak, mashed potatoes with gravy, green beans, and fruit Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Cheese omelet, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Cheesy breadsticks, salad, peas, and fruit In observance of Domestic Violence Awareness month, everyone is welcome to wear purple on October 1. Any Sophomore that is interested in taking the... READ MORE >

Today’s Lunch: Chicken quesadilla, spicy beans, corn, and fruit Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Breakfast pizza, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Salisbury steak, mashed potatoes with gravy, green beans, and fruit In observance of Domestic Violence Awareness month, everyone is welcome to wear purple on Tuesday, October 1. There will be a Book Club meeting... READ MORE >

Today’s Lunch: Sausage gravy on biscuit, tater tots, dragon punch, and fruit Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Pancake, bacon, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Chicken quesadilla, spicy beans, corn, and fruit In observance of Domestic Violence Awareness month, everyone is welcome to wear purple on Tuesday, October 1. There will be a Book Club meeting Tuesday,... READ MORE >

09/17/2019Dear DES Families,We have several important date approaching. One…two…three…SMILE! Tomorrow, Sept. 19 is fall picture day for the elementary and middle schools. These are the school pictures used for our yearbook, so everyone will get their picture taken. Order packets were sent home with all students, so if you still need that, they... READ MORE >

Today’s Lunch: Chicken and noodles, mashed potatoes, peas and carrots, and fruit Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Biscuit and gravy, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Pizza, salad, peas, and fruit Pep Club- We are looking for old games you know longer use or play with. They can have missing cards or pieces. Please bring them to school and drop them off in Mrs.... READ MORE >
DU QUOIN MIDDLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS Tuesday September 17, 2019 DMS is excited to announce our attendance competition program. Each homeroom will compete against the other homerooms in each grade level. They homeroom with the best attendance rate for the month will receive a prize at the end of each month. Also each grade level will be competing for an... READ MORE >
DU QUOIN MIDDLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS Monday September 16, 2019 Picture Day is Thursday, September 19. Thursday is a 2:00 Dismissal day. The Builder's Club Avon fundraiser starts this week and runs until Sept. 20th. See Mrs. Krone if you need to pick up your order forms. This is an easy way to get your points for Builder's Club. If you are a 6th grader and... READ MORE >

Today’s Lunch: Ravioli, green beans, salad, garlic bread, and fruit Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Pancake and sausage bites, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Walking taco, confetti beans, and fruit Friends of Rachel Club will have a meeting today after school in the Library to work on the project for September. Anyone that needs to make up an English class... READ MORE >

Today’s Lunch: Chicken strips, cheesy potatoes, carrots, and fruit Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Breakfast pizza, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Cheesy breadsticks, salad, carrots, and fruit Art Club meeting after school Thursday to discuss shirt designs and future activities. Students that would like to order the French club t-shirt, the $15 is due to... READ MORE >

Dear DES Families, We have just about completed the first month of school and already amazing learning experiences are occurring. While visiting classes last week, I heard students and teachers from Kindergarten through 4th grade discussing what it means to be a scientist. Our students are really enjoying the new science curriculum and are naturally fascinated by... READ MORE >
DU QUOIN MIDDLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS Tuesday, September 10, 2019 Picture Day is Thursday, September 19. Order forms will be sent home on Friday. The Builder's Club Avon fundraiser starts this week and runs until Sept. 20th. See Mrs. Krone if you need to pick up your order forms. This is an easy way to get your points for Builder's Club. Middle School... READ MORE >

This year's homecoming parade will be held on Thursday, September 26, 2019. The route this year will go north up Line St. from the high school all the way to Park St. AT Park St the parade with then turn west and continue all the way to Division st. The parade will end at Division St. READ MORE >

DHS DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS Monday, September 9, 2019 Today’s Lunch: Chicken alfredo, buttered broccoli, salad, garlic bread, and fruit Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Sausage biscuit, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Nacho bites, spicy beans, corn, and fruit Friends of Rachel Club will be hosting a cupcake social at 6:30pm this evening in the cafeteria. If you... READ MORE >

Today’s Lunch: Pizza, salad, green beans, and fruit Tomorrow’s Breakfast: French toast sticks, sausage, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Hot dog, smiley fries, baked beans, and fruit An Army representative will be here today during both lunch periods if anyone is interested in obtaining more information. Students, if you have not registered your... READ MORE >
DU QUOIN MIDDLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS Thursday, September 5, 2019 The Builder's Club Avon fundraiser starts this week and runs until Sept. 20th. See Mrs. Krone if you need to pick up your order forms. This is an easy way to get your points for Builder's Club. The T-Shirt Design contest is underway for this year's Builder's Club t-shirt design. The winning... READ MORE >

Today’s Lunch: Country fried steak, mashed potatoes with gravy, carrots, and fruit Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Egg and cheese wrap, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Pizza, salad, green beans, and fruit FCCLA kick-off meeting will be tonight from 5:00--6:15 PM in the cafeteria. FCCLA is the student organization for the Family & Consumer Science Department. ... READ MORE >
DU QUOIN MIDDLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS Tuesday, September 3, 2019 Arrow Academy starts today. 5th Grade is in Mr. Norris or Mrs. Williams class, 6th Grade goes to Mrs. Mathis’ class, 7th Grade goes to Mrs. Casey’s room and 8th grade goes to Mr. Crain’s room. You must be signed up to be in after school. The first meeting for 7th and 8th grade Builder Club... READ MORE >

Today’s Lunch: Softshell taco, corn, and a sidekick Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Breakfast pizza, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Country fried steak, mashed potatoes with gravy, carrots, and fruit FCCLA kick-off meeting will be on September 4th from 5:00--6:15 PM in the cafeteria. FCCLA is the student organization for the Family & Consumer Science... READ MORE >

DHS DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS Friday, August 30, 2019 Today’s Lunch: Chicken patty, broccoli with cheese, carrots with dip, and fruit Tuesday’s Breakfast: Biscuit and gravy, fruit, juice, and milk Tuesday’s Lunch: Softshell taco, corn, and a sidekick Potential FBLA members come to Mrs. Gross' room to pick up FBLA New Member forms and sign up to work at the Fair... READ MORE >

DHS DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTSThursday, August 29, 2019 Today’s Lunch: Cheesy breadsticks, salad, peas, and fruitTomorrow’s Breakfast: Sausage, biscuit, fruit, juice, and milkTomorrow’s Lunch: Chicken patty, broccoli with cheese, carrots with dip, and fruit Potential FBLA members come to Mrs. Gross' room to pick up FBLA New Member forms and sign up to work at the... READ MORE >

Dear DES Families, Starting next week, all students being escorted into the building will need to be dropped off at our Papoose in the commons. We work very hard to make sure our building is full of helpful faculty and staff who assist students on their way to class. This is a safety procedure to ensure everyone, especially our students, are safe. Also we want you... READ MORE >

Today’s Lunch: Salisbury steak, mashed potatoes with gravy, green beans, and fruit Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Cheese omelet, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Cheesy breadsticks, salad, peas, and fruit There will be a meeting for those in the spring semester yearbook/ journalism class today in Mrs. Dunavan's room (Rm 210). If you cannot make it, please let... READ MORE >

Today’s Lunch: Chicken quesadilla, spicy beans, corn, and fruit Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Breakfast pizza, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Salisbury steak, mashed potatoes with gravy, green beans, and fruit There will be a meeting for those in the spring semester yearbook/ journalism class on Wednesday, Aug 28 in Mrs. Dunavan's room (Rm 210). If you... READ MORE >
DU QUOIN MIDDLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS Tuesday, August 27, 2019 Arrow Academy starts Tuesday, September 3. Letters were mailed home to the students who are in the program. Baseball and softball game today at Murphysboro. Bus time is 2:30. Please dismiss team at 2:15. Happy Birthday to Mason Rohach Today's lunch – Chicken quesadilla READ MORE >
DU QUOIN MIDDLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS Monday, August 26, 2019 Student Council petitions are available outside Mrs. Mathis’ door in the basket. You have to return them to her by August 26 @ 3:00. Ms. Hubler has fresh apples. If,any student would like some come see her at the end of the day. Happy Birthday to Elijah Nehring, Michelle Rector, Danika Scronce,... READ MORE >

DHS DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS Monday, August 26, 2019 Today’s Lunch: Sausage gravy on a biscuit, tater tots, dragon punch, and fruit Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Pancake, bacon, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Chicken quesadilla, spicy beans, corn, and fruit The following students need to come to the office: Marcie Dunmyer and Nate Colvin There will be a... READ MORE >
DU QUOIN MIDDLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS Friday, August 23, 2019 Student Council petitions are available outside Mrs. Mathis’ door in the basket. You have to return them to her by August 26 @ 3:00. Even if you missed the informational meeting, if you want to join art club come to Mrs. Campanella's room Weds during lunch recess. She forgot to handout t-shirt forms... READ MORE >

DHS DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTSFriday, August 23, 2019 Today’s Lunch: Hamburger, smiley fries, carrots with ranch, and fruitMonday’s Breakfast: Cereal, yogurt, fruit, juice, and milkMonday’s Lunch: Sausage gravy on a biscuit, tater tots, dragon punch, and fruit Freshman, if you ordered an 8th grade yearbook, they are available now in the office. Seniors-If you are... READ MORE >
DU QUOIN MIDDLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS Thursday, August 21, 2019 Student Council petitions are available outside Mrs. Mathis’ door in the basket. You have to return them to her by August 26 @ 3:00. Even if you missed the informational meeting, if you want to join art club come to Mrs. Campanella's room Weds during lunch recess. She forgot to handout t-shirt... READ MORE >

Dear DES Families,Welcome to the 2019-2020 school year. We appreciate all the families who participated in the Back-to-School Night and Kindergarten Bear Hunt Orientation. This has been, by far, the most successful start for our newest students to the elementary campus! We appreciate you working with us to make that transition back into “school mode” supportive and... READ MORE >
DU QUOIN MIDDLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS Wednesday, August 21, 2019 Student Council petitions are available outside Mrs. Mathis’ door in the basket. You have to return them to her by August 26 @ 3:00. Attention any 8th grader interested in joining art club: There will be an informational meeting in Mrs. Campanella's room during lunch recess today. It will be... READ MORE >
DU QUOIN MIDDLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS Tuesday, August 20, 2019 Student Council petitions are available outside Mrs. Mathis’ door in the basket. You have to return them to her by August 26 @ 3:00. Attention any 8th grader interested in joining art club: There will be an informational meeting in Mrs. Campanella's room during lunch recess on Wednesday, August... READ MORE >
DU QUOIN MIDDLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS Monday August 19, 2019 Cross Country Practice today @ 3:00. Any questions see Coach MontgomeryToday's lunch – Baked ham and cheesy potatoesAttention any 8th grader interested in joining art club: There will be an informational meeting in Mrs. Campanella's room during lunch recess on Wednesday, August 21st. It will be about... READ MORE >

High School pictures will be taken on Monday, August 19, 2019. READ MORE >

Dear Du Quoin Elementary Students and Parents, Welcome back Papooses! On behalf of our entire staff, I would like to welcome our new kindergarten students and our returning first, second, third and fourth grade students! I hope you have had a great summer and are looking forward to an inspiring school year. Let me begin by introducing myself! My name... READ MORE >

Today’s Lunch: BBQ, smiley fries, broccoli with dip, and fruit Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Poptarts, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Hamburger, salad, baked beans, and fruit Students, preregistration packets have been distributed. Please return packets to the office before the end of this school year. By returning this packet now, you can avoid coming in... READ MORE >

Today’s Lunch: Hot dog, carrots with dip, fruit, and dragon punch Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Biscuit and gravy, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Chicken strips, cheesy potatoes, carrots, and fruit 2019 Annual Girls All Sports Banquet and Dinner, Monday, May 20th at 6:00 pm in the DHS Commons. Admission is free for female athletes, coaches and former... READ MORE >

Today’s Lunch: Chicken and noodles, mashed potatoes, carrots, and fruit Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Breakfast pizza, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Corn dog, baked beans, carrots with dip, and fruit Seniors: Please stop by guidance and fill out the scholarship folder or turn in your list of the scholarships you have received to Mrs. Gross-Woodside.... READ MORE >

Today’s Lunch: Chicken patty, broccoli with dip, corn on the cob, and peaches Tomorrow’s Breakfast: French toast sticks, sausage, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Chicken and noodles, mashed potatoes, carrots, and fruit Seniors: Please stop by guidance and fill out the scholarship folder or turn in your list of the scholarships you have received to... READ MORE >

Today’s Lunch: Ravioli, green beans, salad, garlic bread, and fruit Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Cheese omelet, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Chicken patty, broccoli with dip, corn on the cob, and peaches Seniors: Please stop by guidance and fill out the scholarship folder or turn in your list of the scholarships you have received to Mrs. Gross-Woodside.... READ MORE >

Today’s Lunch: Hamburger, smiley fries, broccoli with dip, and fruit Monday’s Breakfast: Pancake and sausage bites, fruit, juice, and milk Monday’s Lunch: Ravioli, green beans, salad, garlic bread, and fruit Seniors: Please stop by guidance and fill out the scholarship folder or turn in your list of the scholarships you have received to Mrs. Gross-Woodside.... READ MORE >

Today’s Lunch: Pizza, salad, peas, and fruit Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Muffin, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Hamburger, smiley fries, broccoli with dip, and fruit Seniors: Please stop by guidance and fill out the scholarship folder or turn in your list of the scholarships you have received to Mrs. Gross-Woodside. Seniors: Once you have determined... READ MORE >

Today’s Lunch: Country fried steak, mashed potatoes with gravy, carrots, and fruit Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Egg and cheese wrap, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Pizza, salad, peas, and fruit Seniors: Please stop by guidance and fill out the scholarship folder or turn in your list of the scholarships you have received to Mrs. Gross-Woodside. Seniors:... READ MORE >

Today’s Lunch: Lasagna with cheese, green beans, garlic bread, and fruit Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Biscuit and gravy, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Beefy taco with cheese, refried beans, and fruit Seniors: Please stop by guidance and fill out the scholarship folder or turn in your list of the scholarships you have received to Mrs. Gross-Woodside.... READ MORE >

Today’s Lunch: Chicken patty, broccoli with cheese, carrots with dip, and fruit Monday’s Breakfast: Muffin, fruit, juice, and milk Monday’s Lunch: Lasagna with cheese, green beans, garlic bread, and fruit There are tickets for the Foundation Dinner for sale in the office. Tickets are $15 each. Seniors: Please stop by guidance and fill out the scholarship... READ MORE >

Dear DES Family,We invite you to join us as we celebrate Teacher Appreciation Week with all our school faculty and staff. Teachers change the lives of millions of children every day, and their work andimpact extends far beyond the boundaries of the classroom. They play a pivotal role in our children’s lives, inspiring a lifelong love of learning and discovery and... READ MORE >

Today’s Lunch: Cheesy breadsticks, salad, peas, and fruit Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Egg and cheese biscuit, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Chicken patty, broccoli with cheese, carrots with dip, and fruit There are tickets for the Foundation Dinner for sale in the office. Tickets are $15 each. Seniors: Please stop by guidance and fill out the... READ MORE >

Today’s Lunch: Salisbury steak, mashed potatoes with gravy, green beans, and fruit Tomorrow’s Breakfast: French toast, ham, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Cheesy breadsticks, salad, peas, and fruit There are tickets for the Foundation Dinner for sale in the office. Tickets are $15 each. Seniors: Please stop by guidance and fill out the... READ MORE >

Today’s Lunch: Chicken quesadilla, spicy beans, corn, and fruit Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Breakfast pizza, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Salisbury steak, mashed potatoes with gravy, green beans, and fruit There are tickets for the Foundation Dinner for sale in the office. Tickets are $15 each. Seniors: Please stop by guidance and fill out the... READ MORE >

Today’s Lunch: BBQ rib patty, smiley fries, carrots with ranch, fruit Monday’s Breakfast: Pop Tarts, fruit, juice, and milk Monday’s Lunch: Hot ham and cheese sandwich, tater tots, fruit, and dragon punch There are tickets for the Foundation Dinner for sale in the office. Tickets are $15 each. Seniors: Please stop by guidance and fill out the scholarship... READ MORE >
Today’s Lunch: Pizza, salad, peas, and fruit Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Long john, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: BBQ rib patty, smiley fries, carrots with ranch, fruit There are tickets for the Foundation Dinner for sale in the office. Tickets are $15 each. Seniors: Please stop by guidance and fill out the scholarship folder or turn in your list of... READ MORE >

Today’s Lunch: Walking taco, confetti beans, and fruit Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Egg and cheese wrap, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Chicken strips, cheesy potatoes, corn, and fruit There are tickets for the Foundation Dinner for sale in the office. Tickets are $15 each. Seniors: Please stop by guidance and fill out the scholarship folder or turn in... READ MORE >

Today’s Lunch: Baked ham slice, cheesy potatoes, carrots, fruit, and a dinner roll Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Muffin, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Hot dog, smiley fries, baked beans, and fruit There are tickets for the Foundation Dinner for sale in the office. Tickets are $15 each. Seniors: Please stop by guidance and... READ MORE >

Today’s Lunch: Ravioli, green beans, salad, garlic bread, and fruit Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Cheese omelet, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Baked ham slice, cheesy potatoes, carrots, fruit, and a dinner roll There are tickets for the Foundation Dinner for sale in the office. Tickets are $15 each. Seniors: Please stop by guidance and fill out the... READ MORE >

Today’s Lunch: Hamburger, smiley fries, broccoli with cheese, and fruitMonday’s Breakfast: Breakfast pizza, fruit, juice, and milkMonday’s Lunch: Ravioli, green beans, salad, garlic bread, and fruitThere are tickets for the Foundation Dinner for sale in the office. Tickets are $15 each.Seniors: Please stop by guidance and fill out the scholarship folder or turn in... READ MORE >

Today’s Lunch: Chicken Alfredo, carrots, broccoli with dip, garlic bread, and fruit Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Chef’s choice, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Cheesy chicken taco, spicy beans, and fruit There are tickets for the Foundation Dinner for sale in the office. Tickets are $15 each. Seniors: Please stop by guidance and fill out the scholarship... READ MORE >

Today’s Lunch: Beefy cheese dip, tortilla chips, corn, and fruit Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Pancake, ham, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Chicken and waffles, mashed potatoes, carrots, and fruit If you would like a fish sandwich for religious reasons for lunch on Fridays, please call the office or the cafeteria. Du Quoin Summer baseball and softball are... READ MORE >

Today’s Lunch: Pizza, salad, peas, and a banana Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Long john, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: No lunch – ½ day If you would like a fish sandwich for religious reasons for lunch on Fridays, please call the office or the cafeteria. Du Quoin Summer baseball and softball are looking for umpires for this summer. Students interested... READ MORE >

Dear DES Families,Thank you to all the parents and family members who helped with the Scholastic Book Fairsponsored by our PTO. Without you volunteering to help our students shop and purchase new books, we would truly struggle to provide this wonderful opportunity to all our students.The students expressed much excitement for the book fair and enjoyed all the help... READ MORE >

Today’s Lunch: Walking taco, confetti beans, and apple slices Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Egg and cheese wrap, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Chicken strips, cheesy potatoes, carrots, and peaches If you would like a fish sandwich for religious reasons for lunch on Fridays, please call the office or the cafeteria. Du Quoin Summer baseball and softball are... READ MORE >

Today’s Lunch: Hamburger, broccoli with cheese, smiley fries, and apple slices Monday’s Breakfast: French toast sticks, ham slice, fruit, juice, and milk Monday’s Lunch: Beefy mac and cheese, green beans, salad, and tropical fruit If you would like a fish sandwich for religious reasons for lunch on Fridays, please call the office or the cafeteria. The City... READ MORE >

Today’s Lunch: Italian meatball sub, salad, carrots, and a banana Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Pancakes, sausage, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Hamburger, broccoli with cheese, smiley fries, and apple slices If you would like a fish sandwich for religious reasons for lunch on Fridays, please call the office or the cafeteria. Help celebrate World Down... READ MORE >

Today’s Lunch: Chicken and noodles, mashed potatoes, peas and carrots, and oranges Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Breakfast pizza, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Italian meatball sub, salad, carrots, and a banana If you would like a fish sandwich for religious reasons for lunch on Fridays, please call the office or the cafeteria. Help celebrate World Down... READ MORE >

Today’s Lunch: Cheese calzone, green beans, and a banana Tuesday’s Breakfast: Breakfast sandwich, fruit, juice, and milk Tuesday’s Lunch: Nacho bites, spicy beans, corn, and Raisels The following people still need to turn in their jerseys to Mrs. Bush: Chloe Prather Olivia Whitley Toby Hottes Ashton Coffel and any cheerleaders who have not returned... READ MORE >

Today’s Lunch: Country fried steak, mashed potatoes/gravy, peas and carrots, and peaches Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Egg and cheese wrap, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Cheese calzone, green beans, and a banana The following people still need to turn in their jerseys to Mrs. Bush: Chloe Prather Olivia Whitley Toby Hottes Ashton Coffel and any... READ MORE >

Today’s Lunch: Beefy taco with cheese, corn, and apple slices Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Pancake and sausage bites, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Country fried steak, mashed potatoes/gravy, peas and carrots, and peaches The following people still need to turn in their jerseys to Mrs. Bush: Chloe Prather Olivia Whitley Toby Hottes Ashton Coffel and... READ MORE >

Today’s Lunch: Lasagna with cheese, salad, garlic bread, and an orange Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Biscuit and gravy, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Beefy taco with cheese, corn, and apple slices The following people still need to turn in their jerseys to Mrs. Bush: Chloe Prather Olivia Whitley Toby Hottes Ashton Coffel and any cheerleaders who have... READ MORE >

Today’s Lunch: Chicken patty, broccoli with cheese, carrots with dip, and pineapple Monday’s Breakfast: Muffin, fruit, juice, and milk Monday’s Lunch: Lasagna with cheese, salad, garlic bread, and an orange The following people still need to turn in their jerseys to Mrs. Bush: Chloe Prather Olivia Whitley Toby Hottes Ashton Coffel and any cheerleaders who... READ MORE >
Today’s Lunch: Cheesy breadsticks, salad, peas, and apple slicesTomorrow’s Breakfast: Sausage, biscuit, fruit, juice, and milkTomorrow’s Lunch: Chicken patty, broccoli with cheese, carrots with dip, and pineapple The following people still need to turn in their jerseys to Mrs. Bush:Chloe PratherOlivia WhitleyToby HottesAshton Coffeland any cheerleaders who have... READ MORE >

Dear DES Family,We are approaching the end of the quarter next week before our Spring Break. Please take this time to contact your child’s teachers should you have any behavioral or academic concerns. The end of the school year comes quickly with the last quarter of school, so this isprime time to get connected.We have several important dates on the calendar. I... READ MORE >
Today’s Lunch: Salisbury steak, mashed potatoes and gravy, green beans, and a bananaTomorrow’s Breakfast: Cheese omelet, fruit, juice, and milkTomorrow’s Lunch: Cheesy breadsticks, salad, peas, and apple slices The following people still need to turn in their jerseys to Mrs. Bush:Chloe PratherBailey HarsyEmee DarnellDylan ThorntonOlivia WhitleyToby Hottes Ashton... READ MORE >
Today’s Lunch: Chicken quesadilla, spicy beans, corn, and a peach cup Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Breakfast pizza, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Salisbury steak, mashed potatoes and gravy, green beans, and a banana The following people still need to turn in their jerseys to Mrs. Bush: Chloe Prather Bailey Harsy Emee Darnell Dylan Thornton Maci... READ MORE >

Today’s Lunch: BBQ rib patty, smiley fries, celery with ranch, and applesauce cups Monday’s Breakfast: Cheesy egg breakfast, toast, fruit, juice, and milk Monday’s Lunch: Biscuit and gravy, sausage, tater tots, applesauce, and dragon punch On Wednesday, March 6th Driver Education students can attend the Williamson County Traffic Safety Days field trip. The... READ MORE >

Dear DES Family,As we are in the midst of cold and flu season, please remind your child about the importance of hand washing. Please also make sure your child has a warm coat they can zip or buttonindependently as well as a hat, scarf, and warm gloves. Thank you for your help in making sure the kids are warm and comfortable in the cold weather!Monday evening’s... READ MORE >

Today’s Lunch: Pizza, salad, peas, and oranges Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Long john, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: BBQ rib patty, smiley fries, celery with ranch, and applesauce cups On Wednesday, March 6th Driver Education students can attend the Williamson County Traffic Safety Days field trip. The field trip is in Marion and students will deepen... READ MORE >

Today’s Lunch: Chicken strips with sauce, cheesy potatoes, carrots, tropical fruit mix Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Biscuit and gravy, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Pizza, salad, peas, and oranges On Wednesday, March 6th Driver Education students can attend the Williamson County Traffic Safety Days field trip. The field trip is in Marion and students will... READ MORE >

Today’s Lunch: Ravioli, green beans, salad, garlic bread, and apple slices Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Pancake and sausage bites, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Walking taco, confetti beans, and a sidekick Seniors: We now have the Eagles James L Booker/Lester J McRoy Scholarship Award application in the Guidance Office. Deadline is April 12, 2019. The... READ MORE >

Today’s Lunch: Hamburger, broccoli with cheese, smiley fries, and pineapple Monday’s Breakfast: French toast sticks, sausage, fruit, juice, and milk Monday’s Lunch: Ravioli, green beans, salad, garlic bread, and apple slices FFA Week Run Down: Today: Drive Your Tractor to School Day - Dress Day is: Overall and Flannel Day. Seniors: We now have the Eagles... READ MORE >

Feb. 21: Spring Picture Day March 4 – 14: Box Top Competition, Classroom with the most box tops wins a popcorn and soda party2nd grade Music Program Dinosaur Fun Facts on the stage in the commons at 10:15 a.m. on assigned day. Students wear earth tone colors on the bottom and dinosaur t-shirts on top.Monday March 11: TilleyTuesday March 12: ValierWednesday March... READ MORE >

Today’s Lunch: Chicken and noodles, mashed potatoes, peas and carrots, and a banana Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Breakfast pizza, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Cheesy breadsticks, salad, carrots, and apple slices Attention Students: The Indians will be playing Anna-Jonesboro in the Regional game in Anna tonight at 7p.m. We are declaring this game as... READ MORE >

Today’s Lunch: Nacho bites, spicy beans, corn, and strawberries Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Cheese omelet, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Chicken and noodles, mashed potatoes, peas and carrots, and a banana Attention Students: The Indians will be playing Anna-Jonesboro in the Regional game in Anna on Wednesday, February 20th at 7p.m. We are declaring this... READ MORE >

Today’s Lunch: Softshell taco, corn, and a Sidekick Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Breakfast Bosco stick, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Country fried steak, mashed potatoes, peas and carrots, and oranges Juniors and Seniors: A representative from SEMO will be here Wednesday, February 14th at 9:00 am. Sign up in guidance if you plan to attend her... READ MORE >

Today’s Lunch: Chicken alfredo, salad, and apples Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Biscuit and gravy, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Softshell taco, corn, and a Sidekick Juniors and Seniors: A representative from SEMO will be here Wednesday, February 14th at 9:00 am. Sign up in guidance if you plan to attend her presentation. ATTENTION STUDENTS!! Do you... READ MORE >

Today’s Lunch: Bosco stick, salad, and Craisins Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Cereal, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Chicken patty, broccoli with cheese, carrots with dip, and peaches Juniors and Seniors: A representative from SEMO will be here Wednesday, February 14th at 9:00 am. Sign up in guidance if you plan to attend her presentation. ATTENTION... READ MORE >
Today’s Lunch: Salisbury steak, mashed potatoes, green beans, and diced pears Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Cheese omelet, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Bosco stick, salad, and Craisins Juniors and Seniors: A representative from SEMO will be here Wednesday, February 14th at 9:00 am. Sign up in guidance if you plan to attend her presentation. ATTENTION... READ MORE >

Today’s Lunch: Chicken quesadilla, spicy beans, and apples Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Breakfast pizza, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Salisbury steak, mashed potatoes, green beans, and diced pears Juniors and Seniors: A representative from SEMO will be here Wednesday, February 14th at 9:00 am. Sign up in guidance if you plan to attend her... READ MORE >

Today’s Lunch: Sausage gravy on a biscuit, tater tots, cherry tomatoes, oranges Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Pancake, bacon, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Chicken quesadilla, spicy beans, and apples Juniors and Seniors: A representative from SEMO will be here Wednesday, February 14th at 9:00 am. Sign up in guidance if you plan to attend her... READ MORE >

At Du Quoin High School our motto is, "Success is a Choice". We are asking for the help of former Du Quoin High School students to inspire and empower our current students by sharing your personal success story. We would like you to reflect on your years at DHS to find at least one favorite memory. Perhaps that memory was one that inspired your current career,... READ MORE >

Today’s Lunch: BBQ chicken, smiley fries, celery with cheese, and an applesauce cup Monday’s Breakfast: Breakfast sandwich, fruit, juice, and milk Monday’s Lunch: Sausage gravy on a biscuit, tater tots, cherry tomatoes, oranges Juniors and Seniors: A representative from SEMO will be here Wednesday, February 14th at 9:00 am. Sign up in guidance if you plan to... READ MORE >
Today’s Lunch: Chicken strips, mashed potatoes and gravy, carrots, tropical fruit mix Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Biscuit and gravy, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Pizza, salad, peas, and oranges Seniors, make sure to check the spelling of your names for your diplomas today. There is a list in the office window and in each teacher’s classroom. If there... READ MORE >
Today’s Lunch: Walking taco, confetti beans, and a sidekick Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Egg and cheese wrap, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Chicken strips, mashed potatoes and gravy, carrots, tropical fruit mix Seniors, make sure to check the spelling of your names for your diplomas before Wednesday, January 30. There is a list in the office window and in... READ MORE >

Today’s Lunch: Ravioli, green beans, salad, garlic bread, and apple slices Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Breakfast Bosco stick, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Walking taco, confetti beans, and a sidekick Seniors, make sure to check the spelling of your names for your diplomas before Wednesday, January 30. There is a list in the office window and in each... READ MORE >

Today’s Lunch: Ham slice, sweet potato fries, peas, and a peach cup Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Omelet, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Chicken and noodles, mashed potatoes, green beans, and a banana FCCLA 2019 Sweetheart Court is posted on the FACS doors. Seniors, make sure to check the spelling of your names for your diplomas before Wednesday, January... READ MORE >

DU QUOIN MIDDLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS Wednesday, January 23, 2019 If you would like to buy a Warrior Spirit shirt they are for sale in the office. The cost is $10. Book Club is cancelled today.Boys 5th and 6th grade basketball practice today 4:30 to 6:00.5th and 6th grade girls basketball... READ MORE >

Today’s Lunch: Hot dog, smiley fries, baked beans, and fruit Tuesday’s Breakfast: Breakfast sandwich, fruit, juice, and milk Tuesday’s Lunch: Nacho bites, spicy beans, corn, and apple slices Juniors- Murray State University's Commonwealth Academy is now accepting applications for a 3-week academy on campus June 8-29. Students must have a 3.5 GPA and an ACT... READ MORE >

Today’s Lunch: Pizza, salad, green beans, and fruit Tomorrow’s Breakfast: French toast sticks, sausage, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Hot dog, smiley fries, baked beans, and fruit Juniors- Murray State University's Commonwealth Academy is now accepting applications for a 3-week academy on campus June 8-29. Students must have a 3.5 GPA and an ACT... READ MORE >

DU QUOIN MIDDLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS Wednesday, January 16, 2019 If you would like to buy a Warrior Spirit shirt they are for sale in the office. The cost is $10.Builder's Club OFFICERS: Please meet in Mrs. Krone's room tomorrow morning (Thursday) at 7:30. If you are in band, please... READ MORE >
Superior Honor Roll 4.0 GPA or higher ALONGI, GRACE BAILEY, CHLOE E BARWICK, AUBREY M BELTZ, LANEY BLAYLOCK, ALEXIS L BOYETT, EMILY P BRADLEY, OWEN J CARVER, ADDISON G CHAPMAN, OLIVIA J COBIN, LEXANDRA J COLEMAN, SHANIA J. CORNETT, MADELEINE G DALE, MEGAN A DAVIS, ELIZABETH G DAVIS, RYAN J DAVIS, SOPHIE D DEARMOND, MOLLY K DECKER, MADISON... READ MORE >

DU QUOIN MIDDLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS Tuesday, January 15, 2019 If you would like to buy a Warrior Spirit shirt they are for sale in the office. The cost is $10. Art Club Members: Reminder there's an art club meeting Wednesday, during your lunch recess!DMS girls 5/6 basketball tryouts... READ MORE >

DU QUOIN MIDDLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS Monday, January 14, 2019 If you would like to buy a Warrior Spirit shirt they are for sale in the office. The cost is $10. Attention Art Club Members: T-Shirt Designs are due to Mrs. Campanella by the end of the day today!DMS 7th and 8th grade... READ MORE >

Today’s Lunch: Chicken alfredo, buttered broccoli, salad, garlic bread, and fruit Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Biscuit and gravy, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Softshell taco, corn, and sidekicks Juniors- Murray State University's Commonwealth Academy is now accepting applications for a 3-week academy on campus June 8-29. Students must have a 3.5 GPA and... READ MORE >

DU QUOIN MIDDLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS Thursday, January 10, 2019 Congratulations to Davis Lutes-5th grade, Ethan Sargent-6th grade, Jeremy Messer-7th grade and Derek Hawkins-8th grade for winning a JBL Flip 4 Bluetooth speaker for perfect attendance last semester. If you would... READ MORE >

Today’s Lunch: Sausage gravy on a biscuit, tater tots, cherry tomatoes, and fruit Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Cheese omelet, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Bosco sticks, marinara, salad, peas, and fruit Seniors, please come to the office to fill out graduation diploma information. This will be the name you want to appear on your graduation diploma. This... READ MORE >

DU QUOIN MIDDLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS Wednesday, January 9, 2018 If you would like to buy a Warrior Spirit shirt they are for sale in the office. The cost is $10. On Thursday Word Squad will meet in computer lab #2. Lines to audition for the Beauty and the Beast play will be... READ MORE >

DU QUOIN MIDDLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS Tuesday, January 8, 2019 If you would like to buy a Warrior Spirit shirt they are for sale in the office. The cost is $10. Science club in Mr. Hicks room today, Jan. 8 after school.7th and 8th Graders, Get your sunglasses ready!! The... READ MORE >

Today’s Lunch: Chicken quesadilla, spicy beans, corn, and fruit Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Breakfast pizza, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Sausage gravy on a biscuit, tater tots, cherry tomatoes, and fruit Seniors, please come to the office to fill out graduation diploma information. This will be the name you want to appear on your graduation diploma. ... READ MORE >

Today’s Lunch: Salisbury steak, mashed potatoes with gravy, green beans, and fruit Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Pancake, bacon, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Chicken quesadilla, spicy beans, corn, and fruit Seniors, please come to the office to fill out graduation diploma information. This will be the name you want to appear on your graduation diploma. ... READ MORE >

Today’s Lunch: Corn dog, confetti beans, carrots with ranch, and apple slices Monday’s Breakfast: Breakfast sandwich, fruit, juice, and milk Monday’s Lunch: Sausage gravy on a biscuit, tater tots, cherry tomatoes, fruit Seniors, please come to the office to fill out graduation diploma information. This will be the name you want to appear on your graduation... READ MORE >

DU QUOIN MIDDLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS Friday, January 4, 2019 If you would like to buy a Warrior Spirit shirt they are for sale in the office. The cost is $10. 7th and 8th Graders, Get your sunglasses ready!! The Builder's Club will be sponsoring The Hollywood Stars Dance... READ MORE >

DU QUOIN MIDDLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS Friday, December 14, 2018 If you would like to buy a Warrior Spirit shirt they are for sale in the office. The cost is $10. READ MORE >

Today’s Lunch: Chicken and noodles, green beans, and a banana Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Breakfast pizza, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Fish sandwich, au gratin potatoes, broccoli with dip, and sidekicks The boys’ basketball team is selling Blackout t-shirts for the Blackout Cancer Game on January 12, 2019. Order forms are available in the office, and... READ MORE >

Today’s Lunch: Sliced pork/turkey, mashed potatoes, gravy, carrots, and peaches Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Egg omelet, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Chicken and noodles, green beans, and a banana The boys’ basketball team is selling Blackout t-shirts for the Blackout Cancer Game on January 12, 2019. Order forms are available in the office, and payment... READ MORE >

DU QUOIN MIDDLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS Tuesday, December 11, 2018 If you would like to buy a Warrior Spirit shirt they are for sale in the office. The cost is $10. Attention 8th graders interested in Art Club: There will be an informational meeting in Mrs. Campanella's... READ MORE >

Today’s Lunch: Pizza, salad, corn, and an apple Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Pancake, bacon, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Sliced pork/turkey, mashed potatoes, gravy, carrots, and peaches The boys’ basketball team is selling Blackout t-shirts for the Blackout Cancer Game on January 12, 2019. Order forms are available in the office, and payment is due at... READ MORE >

Today’s Lunch: Chicken patty, baked beans, and pineapple Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Cereal, yogurt, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Pizza, salad, corn, and an apple The boys’ basketball team is selling Blackout t-shirts for the Blackout Cancer Game on January 12, 2019. Order forms are available in the office, and payment is due at the time you order. ... READ MORE >

DU QUOIN MIDDLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS Friday, December 7, 2018 If you would like to buy a Warrior Spirit shirt they are for sale in the office. The cost is $10. Attention 8th graders interested in Art Club: There will be an informational meeting in Mrs. Campanella's... READ MORE >

DU QUOIN MIDDLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS Thursday, December 6, 2018 If you would like to buy a Warrior Spirit shirt they are for sale in the office. The cost is $10. Full beginning band meets today during 7th hour exploratory. Bring your instrument and book. Word Squad... READ MORE >

Today’s Lunch: Popcorn chicken, mashed potatoes, gravy, corn, sliced apricots, and a cookie Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Egg and cheese wrap, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Chicago Italian beef, sweet potato fries, and apple slices The boys’ basketball team is selling Blackout t-shirts for the Blackout Cancer Game on January 12, 2019. Order forms are... READ MORE >

Today’s Lunch: Walking taco, Mexican rice, broccoli, and sliced peaches Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Biscuits, gravy, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Popcorn chicken, mashed potatoes, gravy, corn, sliced apricots, and a cookie The boys’ basketball team is selling Blackout t-shirts for the Blackout Cancer Game on January 12, 2019. Order forms are available... READ MORE >

DU QUOIN MIDDLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS Wednesday, December 5, 2018 If you would like to buy a Warrior Spirit shirt they are for sale in the office. The cost is $10. If you purchased photos at the dance, come and see Mrs. Krone either on your lunch hour or during RTI... READ MORE >

DU QUOIN MIDDLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS Tuesday, December 4, 2018 If you would like to buy a Warrior Spirit shirt they are for sale in the office. The cost is $10. If you would like to sign up for the Book Club, go to Mrs Riley's room in the 5th grade hallway. The... READ MORE >

Today’s Lunch: BBQ pulled pork, confetti beans, and pears Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Oatmeal chocolate chip breakfast bar, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Walking taco, Mexican rice, broccoli, and sliced peaches The boys’ basketball team is selling Blackout t-shirts for the Blackout Cancer Game on January 12, 2019. Order forms are available in the... READ MORE >
Today’s Lunch: Cheesy breadstick, corn, green bean casserole, and mixed fruit Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Pancake on a stick, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: BBQ pulled pork, confetti beans, and pears The boys’ basketball team is selling Blackout t-shirts for the Blackout Cancer Game on January 12, 2019. Order forms are available in the office, and... READ MORE >

DU QUOIN MIDDLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS Monday, December 3, 2018 If you would like to buy a Warrior Spirit shirt they are for sale in the office. The cost is $10. Student Council and Yearbook fundraiser: These people need to pick up their candle orders from Mrs.... READ MORE >

Today’s Lunch: Chicken Alfredo, salad, garlic bread, and fruit salad Monday’s Breakfast: Cereal, yogurt, fruit, juice, and milk Monday’s Lunch: Cheesy breadstick, corn, green bean casserole, and mixed fruit The next FCA meeting will take place today during lunch. Please sign up with Mr. Boyett or Mr. File if you plan to attend. Cost for pizza and soda is... READ MORE >

DU QUOIN MIDDLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS Thursday, November 29, 2018 "The Winter Woods Wonderland Dance" will be held on Friday, Nov. 30th, 6:00-7:30. You do not have to be a Builder's Club member to come to the dance. Cost is $5 for nonmembers and $3 for... READ MORE >

Today’s Lunch: Taco with chips, refried beans, and an apple Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Egg and cheese omelet, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Chicken Alfredo, salad, garlic bread, and fruit salad The Choices class will be selling cookies during 5B lunch today. The next FCA meeting will take place this Friday during lunch. Please sign up with Mr. Boyett... READ MORE >

Today’s Lunch: Country fried steak, mashed potatoes and gravy, green beans, and a banana Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Sausage biscuit, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Tacos with chips, refried beans, and an apple The Choices class will be selling cookies during 5B lunch on Thursday. The next FCA meeting will take place this Friday during lunch. Please... READ MORE >
DU QUOIN MIDDLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS Wednesday, November 28, 2018 "The Winter Woods Wonderland Dance" will be held on Friday, Nov. 30th, 6:00-7:30. You do not have to be a Builder's Club member to come to the dance. Cost is $5 for nonmembers and $3 for... READ MORE >
DU QUOIN MIDDLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS Tuesday, November 27, 2018 "The Winter Woods Wonderland Dance" will be held on Friday, Nov. 30th. You do not have to be a Builder's Club member to come to the dance. Cost is $5 for nonmembers and $3 for Builder's... READ MORE >

Today’s Lunch: Quesadillas, corn, and mandarin oranges Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Pancakes with syrup, bacon, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Chicken patty, baked beans, and side kicks If you had your picture taken on picture retake day, those pictures are in the office. FBLA members need to register and pay $10.00 with Mrs. Woodsides by Tuesday,... READ MORE >

Today’s Lunch: Corn dog, broccoli with cheese, carrots and dip, and apple slices Monday’s Breakfast: Pop-tarts, fruit, juice, and milk Monday’s Lunch: Quesadillas, corn, and mandarin oranges There are some extra playoff shirts in various sizes available in the office. If you had your picture taken on picture retake day, those pictures are in the... READ MORE >

DU QUOIN MIDDLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS Tuesday, November 20, 2018 Builder's Club is happy to announce that a theme has been selected for the 5th and 6th grade dance: "The Winter Woods Wonderland Dance" will be held on Friday, Nov. 30th. You do not have... READ MORE >

Today’s Lunch: BBQ chicken on bun, smiley fries, salad, and peaches Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Cereal, yogurt, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Corn dog, broccoli with cheese, carrots and dip, and apple slices There are some extra playoff shirts in various sizes available in the office. If you had your picture taken on picture retake day, those pictures... READ MORE >

DU QUOIN MIDDLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS Friday, November 16, 2018 Builder's Club is happy to announce that a theme has been selected for the 5th and 6th grade dance: "The Winter Woods Wonderland Dance" will be held on Friday, Nov. 30th. You do not... READ MORE >

Today’s Lunch: Sliced turkey, mashed potatoes, gravy, green beans, a roll, and ice cream Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Pancake sausage bites, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Pork chop patty, peas and carrots, and an orange There are some extra playoff shirts in various sizes available in the office. If you had your picture taken on picture retake day, those... READ MORE >

DU QUOIN MIDDLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS Wednesay, November 14, 2018 Builder's Club is happy to announce that a theme has been selected for the 5th and 6th grade dance: "The Winter Woods Wonderland Dance" will be held on Friday, Nov. 30th. You do... READ MORE >

DU QUOIN MIDDLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS Tuesday, November 13, 2018 Picture retakes are tomorrow, November 14th. Builder's Club is happy to announce that a theme has been selected for the 5th and 6th grade dance: "The Winter Woods Wonderland Dance"... READ MORE >

Today’s Lunch: Pizza, salad, corn, and grapes Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Sausage biscuit, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Sliced turkey, mashed potatoes, gravy, green beans, a roll, and ice cream There are some extra playoff shirts in various sizes available in the office. If you had your picture taken on picture retake day, those pictures are in the... READ MORE >

DU QUOIN MIDDLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS Friday, Novermber 9, 2018 The canned food drive is underway!! The class with the most cans collected on Friday wins a pizza party!!! Don't forget to bring your cans/boxes or packages of food!!All Builder's Club members should meet at the Banterra Bank... READ MORE >

Today’s Lunch: Hamburger, baked beans, and pineapple Tuesday’s Breakfast: Waffle with syrup, sausage, fruit, juice, and milk Tuesday’s Lunch: Pizza, salad, corn, and grapes There are some extra playoff shirts in various sizes available in the office. This week is our annual canned food drive. This year Du Quoin High School is competing with other local high... READ MORE >

Today’s Lunch: Hot dog, buttered potatoes, broccoli, and plums Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Egg omelet, toast, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Hamburger, baked beans, and pineapple There are some extra playoff shirts in various sizes available in the office. This week is our annual canned food drive. This year Du Quoin High School is competing with other... READ MORE >

Today’s Lunch: Ravioli, garlic bread, salad, and Craisins Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Biscuit and gravy, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Macaroni and cheese, green beans, celery with ranch, and peach cups There are some extra playoff shirts in various sizes available in the office. This week is our annual canned food drive. This year Du Quoin High School... READ MORE >

DU QUOIN MIDDLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS Tuesday, November 6, 2018 Starting Wednesday, November 7 you can get your nails painted during your lunch hour or RTI for $1. All proceeds will be donated to DuQuoin's own Princess Addy who is currently fighting childhood leukemia. If you would... READ MORE >

DU QUOIN MIDDLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS Monday, November 5, 2018 Starting Wednesday, November 7 you can get your nails painted during your lunch hour or RTI for $1. All proceeds will be donated to DuQuoin's own Princess Addy who is currently fighting childhood leukemia. If you would... READ MORE >

Today’s Lunch: Chicken patty, carrots, and applesauce Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Pancake with syrup, sausage, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Ravioli, garlic bread, salad, and Craisins There are some extra playoff shirts in various sizes available in the office. This week is our annual canned food drive. This year Du Quoin High School is competing with... READ MORE >

Today’s Lunch: Hamburger, lettuce, sliced tomato, and pineapple Monday’s Breakfast: Cereal, yogurt, fruit, juice, and milk Monday’s Lunch: Chicken patty, carrots, and applesauce There are some extra playoff shirts in various sizes available in the office. The first speech meet is this Saturday, November 3, in Marion, and the bus will depart DHS at 7:30... READ MORE >

DU QUOIN MIDDLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS Friday, November 2, 2018 Starting Wednesday, November 7 you can get your nails painted during your lunch hour or RTI for $1. All proceeds will be donated to DuQuoin's own Princess Addy who is currently fighting childhood leukemia. If you would... READ MORE >
Today’s Lunch: Cheesy bread sticks, sauce, salad, and mandarin oranges Tomorrow’s Breakfast: French toast sticks, ham, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Hamburger, lettuce, sliced tomato, and pineapple There are some extra playoff shirts in various sizes available in the office. Speech practice will be 4-5 today. The first speech meet is this... READ MORE >

DU QUOIN MIDDLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS Thursday, November 1, 2018 Starting Wednesday, November 7 you can get your nails painted during your lunch hour or RTI for $1. All proceeds will be donated to DuQuoin's own Princess Addy who is currently fighting childhood leukemia. If you would... READ MORE >

Today’s Lunch: No lunch – ½ day Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Egg and cheese wrap, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Cheesy bread sticks, sauce, salad, and mandarin oranges Representatives from Balfour will be here today to meet separately with sophomores and seniors. They will be meeting with seniors to measure for caps and gowns for graduation. They will... READ MORE >

DU QUOIN MIDDLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS Wednesday, October 31, 2018 Starting after Halloween on Wednesdays you can get your nails painted during your lunch hour or RTI for $1. All proceeds will be donated to DuQuoin's own Princess Addy who is currently fighting childhood leukemia. If... READ MORE >

Today’s Lunch: Chicken and noodles, peas, carrots, and a banana Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Oatmeal chocolate chip breakfast bar, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: No lunch – ½ day Representatives from Balfour will be here on Wednesday, October 31 to meet separately with sophomores and seniors. They will be meeting with seniors to measure for caps and gowns... READ MORE >

DU QUOIN MIDDLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS Tuesday, October 30, 2018 Starting after Halloween on Wednesdays you can get your nails painted during your lunch hour or RTI for $1. All proceeds will be donated to DuQuoin's own Princess Addy who is currently fighting childhood leukemia. ... READ MORE >

DU QUOIN MIDDLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS Monday, October 29, 2018 Starting after Halloween on Wednesdays you can get your nails painted during your lunch hour or RTI for $1. All proceeds will be donated to DuQuoin's own Princess Addy who is currently fighting childhood... READ MORE >

Today’s Lunch: Salisbury steak, mashed potatoes, gravy, green beans, and an apple Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Donut, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Chicken and noodles, peas, carrots, and a banana Tryouts for girls’ basketball will begin today. All girls interested in trying out must have a physical and insurance information turned in by the time of... READ MORE >

DU QUOIN MIDDLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS Thursday, October 25, 2018 TODAY is the last day to turn in your Builder's Club T-Shirt order. The students whose name was drawn for having perfect attendance last week are: 5th grade Dante Clak and Noah Siefert, 6th grade Izaiah... READ MORE >

Today’s Lunch: ABC chicken soup, ham and cheese sandwich, carrots and celery with dip, and applesauce Monday’s Breakfast: Sausage biscuit, fruit, juice, and milk Monday’s Lunch: Salisbury steak, mashed potatoes, gravy, green beans, and an apple Tryouts for girls’ basketball will begin Monday, October 29th. All girls interested in trying out must have a... READ MORE >

Today’s Lunch: Corn dog, cucumber chips with ranch, broccoli with cheese, and a banana Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Biscuit, gravy, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: ABC chicken soup, ham and cheese sandwich, carrots and celery and dip, and applesauce FCCLA Members--The October meeting and pumpkin decorating contest will be tonight. Pumpkin decorating will... READ MORE >

Today’s Lunch: BBQ chicken on bun, smiley fries, baked beans, and peaches Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Cereal, fruit yogurt, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Corn dog, cucumber chips with ranch, broccoli with cheese, and a banana FCCLA Members--The October meeting and pumpkin decorating contest will be on October 24th. Pumpkin decorating will begin at 3:30... READ MORE >

DU QUOIN MIDDLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS Tuesday, October 23, 2018 Please see Mrs. Krone for a builder's club t-shirt order form. The t-shirt orders will be due Thursday, Oct. 25th. No school on Friday!!! READ MORE >

DU QUOIN MIDDLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS Monday, October 22, 2018 Please see Mrs. Krone for a builder's club t-shirt order form. The t-shirt orders will be due Thursday, Oct. 25th. No school on Friday!!! READ MORE >

Today’s Lunch: Sweet and sour chicken nuggets, Asian brown rice, kung fu carrots, oranges Monday’s Breakfast: Muffin, fruit, juice, and milk Monday’s Lunch: Chili mac, salad, corn muffin, and pears FCCLA Members--The October meeting and pumpkin decorating contest will be on October 24th. Pumpkin decorating will begin at 3:30 and all pumpkins must be done by... READ MORE >

Today’s Lunch: Stuffed crust pizza, marinara, salad, and a strawberry cup Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Donut, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Sweet and sour chicken nuggets, Asian brown rice, kung fu carrots, oranges FCCLA Members--The October meeting and pumpkin decorating contest will be on October 24th. Pumpkin decorating will begin at 3:30 and all... READ MORE >

Today’s Lunch: Chicken alfredo, garlic broccoli, and fruit salad Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Pancake/sausage stick, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Stuffed crust pizza, marinara, salad, and a strawberry cup FBLA members that would like to hand out Trick or Treat for Can Good flyers tonight need to meet in Mrs. Gross' room after school. FCCLA Members--The... READ MORE >

DU QUOIN MIDDLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS Wednesday, October 17, 2018 Student Council - If you gave Mrs. Mathis an envelope that did not have an order form in it, come see Mrs. Mathis. I can't put your order in if I don't know what to order. I need a few... READ MORE >

Today’s Lunch: Tacos, refried beans, and soft tortillas Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Egg omelet, toast, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Chicken alfredo, garlic broccoli, and fruit salad Seniors: If you are planning to be a teacher in Illinois please check out this scholarship opportunity: Golden Apple Scholars of Illinois Program is now recruiting high... READ MORE >

DU QUOIN MIDDLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS Monday, October 15, 2018 The Student Council is starting a new program. Hopefully, this morning some of you got a belated birthday surprise in your mailboxes. For the remainder of the year on your birthday you will receive card and your name announced on the morning announcements. We hope this gesture makes your day special... READ MORE >

Today’s Lunch: Sausage gravy, biscuit, tater tots, peach yogurt parfait Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Sausage biscuit, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Tacos, refried beans, and soft tortillas Juniors/Seniors: If you are interested in learning more about SIU-Edwardsville a college representative will be here today at 9 am. Please sign the list in guidance if... READ MORE >

Today’s Lunch: Ham slice, baked beans, vegetable medley with ranch, and sidekicks Monday’s Breakfast: Cereal, toast, fruit, juice, and milk Monday’s Lunch: Sausage gravy, biscuit, tater tots, peach yogurt parfait Picture retake day is today. Order forms for the retakes are in the office. Congratulations to all our student of the month nominees: Alexis... READ MORE >

Today’s Lunch: Chicken strip with gravy, mashed potatoes, carrots, biscuit, and apples Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Egg and cheese wrap, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Ham slice, baked beans, vegetable medley with ranch, and sidekicks Picture retake day is Friday, October 12. Order forms for the retakes are in the office. Sophomores: Anyone that would... READ MORE >

Today’s Lunch: Pasta with meat sauce, salad, garlic bread, and a banana Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Pop Tart, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Chicken strip with gravy, mashed potatoes, carrots, biscuit, and apples Picture retake day is Friday, October 12. Order forms for the retakes are in the office. Sophomores: Anyone that would like to apply to... READ MORE >

DU QUOIN MIDDLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS Tuesday, October 9, 2018 Student Council Members: The fund raiser has begun, each of you are asked to sell a MINIMUM of 5 candles. There will be a gift card for the person selling the most candles. The end of the candle sale will be October 11.The Builder's Club fundraiser is still going on until next Friday, Oct. 12th. Try... READ MORE >

Today’s Lunch: Philly cheese sloppy joe, peas, and pineapple Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Pancake and sausage, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Pasta with meat sauce, salad, garlic bread, and a banana Picture retake day is Friday, October 12. Order forms for the retakes are in the office. Sophomores: Anyone that would like to apply to attend the HOBY... READ MORE >

Today’s Lunch: Ham and cheese sandwich, carrots with ranch, Chex Mix, and an orange Tuesday’s Breakfast: Cereal, toast, fruit, juice, and milk Tuesday’s Lunch: Philly cheese sloppy joe, peas, and pineapple The nursing office is planning to begin hearing and vision screening this month. The next FCA meeting will take place today during lunch. Please sign up... READ MORE >

DU QUOIN MIDDLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS Thursday, October 4, 2018 Student Council Members: The fund raiser has begun, each of you are asked to sell a MINIMUM of 5 candles. There will be a gift card for the person selling the most candles. The end of the candle sale will be October 11.The Builder's Club fundraiser is still going on until next Friday, Oct. 12th. Try... READ MORE >

DU QUOIN MIDDLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS Wednesday, October 3, 2018 Student Council Members: The fund raiser has begun, each of you are asked to sell a MINIMUM of 5 candles. There will be a gift card for the person selling the most candles. The end of the candle sale will be October 11.The Builder's Club fundraiser is still going on until next Friday, Oct. 12th. ... READ MORE >

Today’s Lunch: Country fried steak, mashed potatoes, gravy, green beans, and an apple Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Pancake sausage bites, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Ham and cheese sandwich, carrots with ranch, Chex Mix, and an orange The nursing office is planning to begin hearing and vision screening this month. There will be an engineering club... READ MORE >

DU QUOIN MIDDLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS Tuesday, October 2, 2018 Student Council Members: The fund raiser has begun, each of you are asked to sell a MINIMUM of 5 candles. There will be a gift card for the person selling the most candles. The end of the candle sale will be October 11.Cheer practice is cancelled for today. No school on Friday, October... READ MORE >

DU QUOIN MIDDLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS Monday, October 1, 2018 Student Council Members: The fund raiser has begun, each of you are asked to sell a MINIMUM of 5 candles. There will be a gift card for the person selling the most candles. The end of the candle sale will be October 11.The homerooms with the best attendance for September are: 5th grade - Mr. James,... READ MORE >

Today’s Lunch: Hamburger, baked beans, and pineapple Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Waffle with syrup, sausage, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Pizza, salad, corn, and grapes Art Club Hoodie sign-up is available in the art room. Cost is $25; money must be turned in to Ms. Collins by Tuesday, October 2nd. The nursing office is planning to begin hearing and... READ MORE >

DU QUOIN MIDDLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS Friday, September 28, 2018 Student Council Members: Return the back page of the By-Laws with your parents signature today. The fund raiser has begun, each of you are asked to sell a MINIMUM of 5 candles. There will be a gift card for the... READ MORE >

Today’s Lunch: Hot dog, smiley fries, broccoli, and Craisins Monday’s Breakfast: Cereal, toast, fruit, juice, and milk Monday’s Lunch: Hamburger, baked beans, and pineapple Art Club Hoodie sign-up is available in the art room. Cost is $25; money must be turned in to Ms. Collins by Tuesday, October 2nd. The 2018 Pep Club would like to announce the Spirit Days... READ MORE >

Juniors & Seniors: A representative from the University of Illinois-Springfield campus will be at DHS Monday, October 1st at 10:30. Please sign the list on the bulletin board in the guidance office if you are interested in attending. FCCLA members--Reminder--Dues and Rally Fees are due next Tuesday. $15 for dues and $15 to attend the Rally at SIU in late... READ MORE >

DU QUOIN MIDDLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS Thursday, September 27, 2018 Student Council Members: Return the back page of the By-Laws with your parents signature by Friday September 28th. The fund raiser has begun, each of you are asked to sell a MINIMUM of 5 candles. There will be a gift card for the person selling... READ MORE >

DHS DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS Wednesday, September 26, 2018 Today’s Lunch: Rib patty, baked beans, and an orange Tomorrow’s Breakfast: French toast, ham, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Chicken and noodles, peas, carrots, and a banana The 2018-2019 Pep Club would like to invite you to Du Quoin’s Hollywood Spectacular (D.H.S.) homecoming dance! Permission... READ MORE >

DU QUOIN MIDDLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS Wednesday, September 26, 2018 Student Council Members: Return the back page of the By-Laws with your parents signature by Friday September 28th. The fund raiser has begun, each of you are asked to sell a MINIMUM of 5 candles. There will be a gift card for the person selling... READ MORE >

Today’s Lunch: Ravioli with meat sauce, break stick, salad, and an apple Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Biscuit, gravy, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Rib patty, baked beans, and an orange The 2018-2019 Pep Club would like to invite you to Du Quoin’s Hollywood Spectacular (D.H.S.) homecoming dance! Permission slips are in the office, and the absolute last... READ MORE >

Today’s Lunch: Chicken patty, baby carrots, dip, and applesauce Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Pancake with syrup, sausage, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Ravioli with meat sauce, break stick, salad, and an apple The 2018-2019 Pep Club would like to invite you to Du Quoin’s Hollywood Spectacular (D.H.S.) homecoming dance! Permission slips are in the office,... READ MORE >

DU QUOIN MIDDLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS Friday, September 21, 2018 Student Council Members: Return the back page of the By-Laws with your parents signature by Friday September 28th. T-Shirt order forms need to be turned in at the latest Monday! Return the t-shirt form and the $10 to Mrs. Mathis. If you are unable to pay the $10 speak to Mrs. Mathis. The fund... READ MORE >

DHS DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS Friday, September 21, 2018 Today’s Lunch: Hamburger, baked beans, and an apple Monday’s Breakfast: Cereal, toast, fruit, juice, and milk Monday’s Lunch: Chicken patty, baby carrots, dip, and applesauce If you ordered booster buttons, please come to the office. The Choices class will be selling Otis Spunkmeyer cookies during 5A lunch... READ MORE >

DU QUOIN MIDDLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS Thursday, September 20, 2018 Today is the last day to turn in your T-Shirt designs for Builder's Club. Builder's Club will meet NEXT Tuesday for all grades on Tuesday morning at 7:30 a.m. We will be getting our materials for fundraising on this day. If you cannot attend, please stop by my room to get your materials.Starting... READ MORE >

Today’s Lunch: Quesadillas with salsa, corn, and an orange Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Egg and cheese wrap, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Hamburger, baked beans, and an apple If you ordered booster buttons, please come to the office. The Choices class will be selling Otis Spunkmeyer cookies during 5A lunch on Tuesdays and during 5B lunch on Thursdays. ... READ MORE >

Today’s Lunch: Salisbury steak, mashed potatoes, gravy, green beans, and a banana Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Oatmeal chocolate chip bar, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Quesadillas with salsa, corn, and an orange If you ordered booster buttons, please come to the office. The Choices class will be selling Otis Spunkmeyer cookies during 5A lunch on... READ MORE >

DU QUOIN MIDDLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS Wednesday, September 19, 2018 Student Council Meeting Thursday morning at 7:30 in Mrs. Mathis' room. We will be looking at the mock up of our T-shirt and discussing our fund raiser. Please remind your fellow members.Today is the last day to turn in your T-Shirt designs for Builder's Club. Builder's Club will meet NEXT... READ MORE >

Today’s Lunch: Cheesy bread sticks with sauce, salad, and mandarin oranges Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Sausage biscuit, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Salisbury steak, mashed potatoes, gravy, green beans, and a banana If you ordered booster buttons, please come to the office. The Choices class will be selling Otis Spunkmeyer cookies during 5A lunch on... READ MORE >

DU QUOIN MIDDLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS Tuesday, September 18, 2018 Student Council Meeting Thursday morning at 7:30 in Mrs. Mathis' room. We will be looking at the mock up of our T-shirt and discussing our fund raiser. Please remind your fellow members.Builder's Club will meet NEXT Tuesday for all grades on Tuesday morning at 7:30 a.m. We will be getting our... READ MORE >

Today’s Lunch: Cheeseburger mac, broccoli, carrots, dip, and fruit cocktail Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Waffle with syrup, sausage, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Cheesy bread sticks with sauce, salad, and mandarin oranges If you ordered booster buttons, please come to the office. The Choices class will be selling Otis Spunkmeyer cookies during 5A lunch on... READ MORE >

DU QUOIN MIDDLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS Monday, September 17, 2018 Beginning band starts this week. Saxophones meet today during exploratory. Bring your book. Starting in September one homeroom from each grade level with the best attendance will win a treat for their classroom. Picture day is Thursday, Sept. 20. This is also a 2:00pm dismissal.Du Quoin Middle... READ MORE >

Today’s Lunch: Fish sticks, mac and cheese, baked beans, and apple slices Monday’s Breakfast: Cereal, toast, fruit, juice, and milk Monday’s Lunch: Cheeseburger mac, broccoli, carrots, dip, and fruit cocktail If you ordered booster buttons, please come to the office. The Choices class will be selling Otis Spunkmeyer cookies during 5A lunch on Tuesdays and... READ MORE >

Today’s Lunch: Pizza, salad, corn, and a banana Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Biscuits and gravy, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Fish sticks, mac and cheese, baked beans, and apple slices If you ordered booster buttons, please come to the office. The Choices class will be selling Otis Spunkmeyer cookies during 5A lunch on Tuesdays and during 5B lunch on... READ MORE >

DU QUOIN MIDDLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS Thursday, September 13, 2018 Starting in September one homeroom from each grade level with the best attendance will win a treat for their classroom. Picture day is Thursday, Sept. 20. This is also a 2:00pm dismissal.Du Quoin Middle School Science Slub starts Wednesday, September 26. If you are interested see Mr. Hicks for... READ MORE >

DU QUOIN MIDDLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS Wednesday, September 12, 2018 Starting in September one homeroom from each grade level with the best attendance will win a treat for their classroom. Picture day is Thursday, Sept. 20. This is also a 2:00pm dismissal. READ MORE >

Today’s Lunch: Tacos, refried beans, and an apple Tomorrow’s Breakfast: Egg omelet, toast, fruit, juice, and milk Tomorrow’s Lunch: Chicken strips, peas, and peaches If you ordered booster buttons, please come to the office. The Choices class will be selling Otis Spunkmeyer cookies during 5A lunch on Tuesdays and during 5B lunch on Thursdays. All cookies... READ MORE >
DU QUOIN MIDDLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS Monday, September 10, 2018 Starting in September one homeroom from each grade level with the best attendance will win a treat for their classroom. 5th grade - The official beginning band sign up meeting is tomorrow night at 6:30 in the commons. Make sure to turn in your permission slip to your homeroom teacher. If you forgot... READ MORE >

Subscriptions are now available for the 89th year of the Magnavox. This newspaper is one of many long standing traditions at Du Quoin High School. This student driven newspaper was first published through the Du Quoin Evening Call and is now available independently through Du Quoin High School. The current sponsor of the Magnavox is Mrs. Rebekah Reyling-Dunavan.... READ MORE >
Du Quoin High School Reasons we are proud… We congratulate the Illinois State Scholars from DHS: Delainey File, Madeline Halstead, Emily Hamburger, Paxton Higgerson, Nathaniel Manning, Dawson McRoberts, Allie Melvin, Brogan Smith, Hank Stewart, Hope Stewart and Summer Tucker. Illinois State Scholars must be top performing members of their class... READ MORE >
Du Quoin High SchoolReasons we are proud… March Students of the Month were: David Gomes, Caitlin Stanley, Carlie Schubert, Tyler Swiney. On February 27th , the River-to-River Conference held its annual honor band concert at Shryock Auditorium. Du Quoin was represented in the Honor Symphonic Band by Madelyn Haggard, Bethany Carter, Anna... READ MORE >
Du Quoin High School Reasons we are proud… Our Students of the Month for January were: Emily Boyett, Alex Zimmerman, Morgan Schuler & Brogan Smith! Thanks for your positive contribution to DHS! The Illinois Science Assessment scores from 2016 revealed that 53.8% of our students were proficient compared to 40.8% in Illinois.... READ MORE >