
October 30th-November 3rd, we will be celebrating National Red Ribbon Week. This is a national campaign aimed at promoting a drug free, healthy lifestyle for students, families, and the community. As we strive to educate our students on the importance of healthy lifestyle choices, we also emphasize one’s responsibility to treat others with respect. During that week, our school will be hosting a school spirit week to promote our campaign. The schedule of events is as follows: Monday (10/30)- “My Future is Too Bright for Drugs." (Students can wear neon colored clothing and/or sunglasses) Tuesday (10/31)- “You Can’t See Me, I’m Drug Free” (Students can wear camouflage clothing. Because this is the end of the month, students may dress casual even if they choose not to wear camouflage) Wednesday (11/1)- “Drugs are WACKY! I’d Rather Dress Tacky." (Students are encouraged to dress in tacky, gaudy clothing) Thursday (11/2)- "You use, You Lose! Let’s stay on the Winning Team." (Wear your favorite team shirt) Friday 11/3- “Follow Your Dreams, Not Drugs." (Students may wear their PJs) *If students choose not to participate, they should come to school in their normal uniform. *If you have any questions or concerns related to the information in this letter, please contact Mrs. Horner at the school.Thank you.

Introducing our new DIS vocabulary words of the week! In an effort to improve our vocabulary usage across all grade levels, we have created these vocabulary cards for our school and families to use at home and in the classroom. We encourage you each week to try to incorporate our DIS word(s) of the week into your conversations at home. This week's words are inspired by the Disney movie, "The Aristocats". Thank you for your continued effort in supporting our students' education!


This week is Parent/Teacher conferences on Monday, 4pm-6pm. Tuesday begins after school tutoring. Rock Creek Church is on Wednesday. The Somerset Arts Council is hosting an opening night for their student art show on Friday at their gallery in Crisfield. 10 students from DIS will be featured. Have a great week!

Thank you to all the families who celebrated our casual for a cause day! We raised $320 for a local family in need. We are small, but mighty! Have a great weekend!

Prekindergarten students (3 & 4) are celebrating pajama day tomorrow, Friday October 6th! They can wear their pajamas and maybe bring their favorite stuffed animal. If families still want to donate a $1 for a casual day for a family in need, it would still be appreciated. Prek students only!


We will have a casual day on Friday, October 6th to support a SCPS family who suffered a tragic loss. Students can pay $1 to dress casual. We encourage them to wear their favorite team shirt, jersey or team colors (especially orange & black for the Orioles)! Thank you!

Please reach out to the teachers to schedule. Mid-terms go home this Friday.


Don't wait until it's too late! Make sure all orders for Joe Corbi's or shirts are placed online by tonight! Paper order forms for Joe Corbi's are due today. Thank you all so much for your support!!

We love our SRO'S! Today, Sheriff Howard recognized Deputy First Class Will Adams of Deal Island Elementary & Deputy First Class Teresa Adams of Greenwood Elementary as “Deputy of the Quarter." Congratulations! Thank you both for your service & daily presence in our schools!


Tomorrow, Tuesday, is a chicken leg for lunch.

Happy Custodian Appreciation Day to our very own Mr. Kelly! He keeps our whole building flowing by himself and helps out whenever he can! We appreciate your hard work Mr. Kelly!!!!


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Our Joe Corbi's fundraiser orders are due on Wednesday and it is also the last day to place a shirt order. Mid-terms go home on Friday, October 6th. Parent-Teacher Conferences will be next Monday, October 9th, from 4-6pm. Candy donations for our Fall Festival are being accepted at any time. Have a great week!

Only a few days left to get your Joe Corbi's and shirts! Please turn in any forms for Joe Corbi's on Wednesday. Please go online to place your shirt order before Wednesday, long sleeve or short sleeve. Thanks to everyone that has ordered so far! These proceeds will greatly help with future school events and we are planning such a fantastic year!!! T-Shirts: https://www.customink.com/fundraising/dis-shirt-sale Long Sleeve Shirts: https://www.customink.com/.../dis-23-long-sleeve-shirt-sale

Hey there, families!
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Thanks for your support!
Mrs. Pusey


Just a reminder, we have one week left of our fundraisers!! Joe Corbi's and our shirt sale end on October 4th. Students can wear these shirts or previous school spirit shirts every day of the week with uniform bottoms. Long Sleeve Shirts: https://www.customink.com/fundraising/dis-23-long-sleeve-shirt-sale T-Shirts: https://www.customink.com/fundraising/dis-shirt-sale

Reminder: Students will not report to school this Friday, September 29, 2023 to accommodate teacher & staff professional development.


Rock Creek Church begins this Wednesday! If you wish for your child to attend, please turn in the permission slip by tomorrow in order to go THIS Wednesday. If you need another form sent home, please let your child's teacher know. Thank you!

Good afternoon. Schools will open 2 hours late tomorrow, Monday September 25, 2023, due to flooding in low lying parts of the county. Our doors will open at 10:35 and breakfast will NOT be served as lunch is shortly after students get settled. Thank you!

Schools will open 2 hours late tomorrow, Monday September 25, 2023 due to flooding in low lying parts of the county. FNS & Essential personnel should report on time or when it is safe to do so. Thank you and please drive safely.
