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Dear DCI School Community,


The school year is now in full swing! Our athletes are competing, ACE has started, and we are starting assessments this week. In case you missed it, our IB and DC CAPE data results were shared with the community on Tuesday, September 10th. More information on the results can be found here. Individual student results for DC CAPE will be mailed as soon as we receive them from the Office of the State Superintendent of Education (OSSE). In addition, our first assessment of the year, the Standards-based Measurement of Proficiency (STAMP), is taking place this Friday, September 13th. Reminder that there is early dismissal at 12:30 p.m. on assessment days for all students. All students not enrolled in ACE or athletics should depart the building at dismissal. Students enrolled in Friday ACE will go to the cafe where they eat lunch until programming starts. Student athletes who have practice will go to the gym. Good luck!


Key Upcoming Events:

  • Fall STAMP Assessment will be taken by students in grades 6-12 on Friday, September 13th. Early dismissal will be at 12:30 p.m. for all students. The STAMP Assessment is crucial for measuring academic progress in our three language tracks. The results will also help us verify course placement and qualify students for the Seal of Biliteracy.
  • Middle School Back-to-School Night, September 17th (5:15 - 8 p.m.)  Families will be welcomed to DCI starting at 4:30 p.m. to engage in an optional resource fair in the theater that will provide more information on student support services, mental health, athletics, ACE, and Toddle. The Approaches to Learning (ATL) presentation will start promptly at 5:15 p.m. We encourage families to arrive at DCI by 5:10 p.m. at the latest to get to their assigned room on time, walk through their students’ schedules, meet their instructors and grade-level leaders, and learn more about DCI. To request interpretation services, please complete this form by tomorrow (Friday, September 13th).


Notifications

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FARM Forms SY 2024-25: Families may qualify for free or reduced price school meals based on household income. Complete the FARM Application Linked Here (English) with instructions linked (here) and submit the completed form in person at DCI reception or by email to reception@dcinternationalschool.org before September 30, 2024. If you have any questions about your eligibility for free or reduced price school meals, please reference the FARM FAQ. You can learn more about DCI's regular Meal Charge Policy here. 


Coming Soon: Middle School and High School Cheerleading Tryouts


Middle School Cheerleading Tryouts will take place on September 23rd, 24th, and October 1st at 3:45 p.m. in the 6th grade cafe. To register for middle school tryouts, please complete this form


High School Cheerleading Tryouts will begin on September 16th and will be held Monday, Wednesday and Thursday from 3:45 p.m. in the main cafe. To register for high school tryouts, please complete this form.


September is Suicide Awareness Month

Mary's Center's September newsletters includes information about suicide awareness. Students can reach out to grade level counselors, school social workers or therapists for additional resources if you or someone you know may be struggling. Please see links below for more information:

Caregiver Newsletter - English

Caregiver Newsletter - Spanish

Transition to 6th Grade


The CCR Weekly Update will keep you informed on everything going on within the College and Career Readiness (CCR) Team and the surrounding community!


Staying Connected. Ways to stay connected with DCI and its community: (1) Add our school Google calendar to your calendar; (2) Join our DCI Parent Listserv; and (3) Text "Yes" to 67587 to opt-in to receive text alerts from DCI.

Reminders


🎒High School Back to School Night = Sept. 12


🏫 STAMP Assessment (early dismissal for all students) = Sept. 13 


🎒Middle School Back to School Night = Sept. 17


📸 Middle School Picture Day = Sept. 27


📸 High School Picture Day = Oct. 4


💃 La Gran Fiesta = Oct. 5

Important Info

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SY24-25 Calendar


Key Reminders


Important Dates


DCI Family Portal

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