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Dear DCI School Community,
Happy New Year! January has been a cold and snowy start and we truly appreciate your flexibility and patience as we worked together to keep our kids safe and learning amidst inclement weather this week. For future weather events, we will continue to share information in a timely manner through multiple communications platforms. If you have not already signed up, DC utilizes text messaging to share information to all families and staff. Please text "yes" to 67587 to opt in to receive key messages and reminders from the school. You will then receive an automated message from “DC International School alerts” asking you to reply “Y” to confirm your subscription. You can also follow us on Facebook and Instagram!
As a reminder, the Dispatch will be sent to your inbox every other Thursday, instead of weekly, starting today. The next edition will be released on Thursday, January 23rd. If a news item needs to be shared between editions, there will be a stand-alone email shared with the community. In addition, a calendar of events for the month will be shared in each edition.
Stay safe and warm!
Important Updates
Athletics Update
Due to inclement weather this week, several competitions have been rescheduled:
Today: Thursday, January 9
- 4:15 p.m. JV Boys v. Washington Leadership at Rita Bright Community Center
- 5:30 p.m. Varsity Girls v. Washington Leadership at Rita Bright Community Center
- 7:15 p.m. Varsity Boys at Rita Bright community Center
Tomorrow: Friday, January 10
- 4:15 p.m. JV Boys v. Sojourner Truth at DCI
Tuesday, January 14
- 4:00 p.m. MS Girls v. KIPP Valor at DCI
- 5:00 p.m. MS Boys v. KIPP Valor at DCI
In the future, if weather conditions affect any competitions, the following operating status information will be shared with coaches to then share with athletes and their families:
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If DCI is Closed: All Athletics and ACE will be cancelled (home and away) and rescheduled, if possible.
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If DCI has a Delayed Opening: All ACE and Athletics will continue as planned
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If DCI has an Early Close: All Athletics and ACE will be cancelled (home and away) and reschedule, if possible.
Reminder: MAP Testing Next Week!
MAP Testing will be taking place on Thursday, January 16th and Friday, January 17th for students in grades 6 through 10. MAP results help us measure student growth in reading, math, and science.
Please see the testing schedule below:
- Thursday, January 16th from 8:20 a.m. - 10:55 a.m.
- Middle School: Reading test
- Friday, January 17th from 8:20 a.m. - 12:55 p.m.
- MIddle School: Reading and Science tests
- High School: Math and Reading tests
Here are some suggestions on how to prepare for the test:
- Get plenty of rest the night before testing so you feel fresh and alert.
- Eat a healthy breakfast to fuel your brain! Our school opens for breakfast at 7:45 a.m. if you'd like to eat here.
- Be on time! It’s really important that you arrive by 8:10 a.m. so we can start the testing on time.
Click here for more information about next week’s testing.
Save the Date: MYP Arts Winter Showcase on Jan. 16th
You are invited to Experience the Arts at DCI with our MYP Arts Winter Showcase taking place on Thursday, January 16th, 2025, from 4:30-6:30 p.m. on the 1st + 2nd Floors. The Arts Winter Showcase celebrates the contributions of our students as artists in our community exhibiting artwork from all students in MYP 1, 3 and 5 in drawing, painting, sculpture, murals, film and music! See you there!
Save the Date: DCI Blood Drive on Jan. 16th
DCI has been participating in hosting a Blood Drive for the past two years and has saved over 200 lives with blood donations. This year we are hosting our largest Blood Drive in DCI History! We wish to invite all 16+ year olds, staff, administration, and faculty members to help DCI Save Lives! The blood drive takes place on Thursday, January 16, 2025 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. in the Theater. Click here to schedule an appointment and contact DCI Senior, Delaney Williams, who is the student manager for this event for any questions.
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