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Wolf P.A.C.K. Weekly Student Edition #6

Posted Date: 09/20/26 (05:00 PM)


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Wolf P.A.C.K. Weekly Student Edition

Sunday newsletter

September 20, 2026
DMS

Weekly Principal Message

📣 Families and Wolf Pack Students! Here's What's Happening This Week:

Happy Sunday, Wolf Pack families!

Welcome back to another four day week. We look forward to seeing all wolves in place and on time, Tuesday, Sept. 22nd. 

On Thursday, we held our 1st PTA Meeting of the Year! Congratulations to our new board members for a successful run. Families, please consider joining our PTA to let us know how we can best serve you and your students. 

Students continue to take screenings in NWEA Reading/Math MAP and VALLSS. Attendance matters to ensure we can assess the needs of our wolves to help them succeed and achieve.

This month is Attendance Awareness month in public schools nationwide. Let's all show our PACK pride during our attendance spirit week; see the flyer below and join the fun, Wolf Pack! 

Missing two days a month can result in chronic absenteeism. 

Keep showing up on time, each day, wolves! Each month we will do a raffle for students with excellent attendance (absent 1 day or less). 

Attention Families: Please sign your technology agreement electronically through ParentSquare. Students will not receive a Chromebook without a signed agreement. 

When you reach the form field asking for a Chromebook number, enter your student's ID number instead. We still have a little over 20 famililes left. 

In solidarity,
Dr. Latrese Younger
Principal, Dogwood Middle School
Cell: 804-389-3813
spirit week
attendance

National Hispanic Heritage Month 🎉

Every year from September 15 to October 15, we celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month! This is a special time to recognize and honor the rich histories, cultures, and contributions of Hispanic and Latino Americans whose ancestors came from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean, and Central and South America.
Hispanic Heritage Month Events
 

PTA Corner

PTA

Contact executiveboard@dogwoodmspta.org with questions. All meetings take place at 6:30 pm.

1st PTA Virtual Meeting

Thursday, Sep 17 · 6:30–7:30 PM

Google Meet joining info
Or dial: +1 904-580-9093 PIN: 630502112
PTA dates
PTA

Join the PTA 🎈

PTA website: dogwoodms.givebacks.com/
PTA email address: executiveboard@dogwoodmspta.org

PTA President: Mom Kelly Miller


By joining the PTA you are supporting educational programs, organizing events, and enhancing our school environment.

You can make a meaningful impact and connect with other caregivers who share your commitment to our children's success.

Support our students and show your Dogwood pride.

It's fun!
Kroger

Join Community Rewards to Support the Wolf Pack🏪

SIGN UP FOR THE COMMUNITY REWARDS PROGRAM

Earn money for your community organization when you use your loyalty card.

WolfPack Spirit Store Officially Opened

Dogwood Middle School
WEBSTORE IS NOW OPEN!

Store is open for a limited time only
Your webstore open dates:

Now until Saturday, Oct. 17th

Online store cannot accept any orders after midnight on close date.

To view and purchase spiritwear items, click here or on the image. 

Get your House and Wolf Pack gear now while supplies last! 
 

Weekly Schedules and Calendars

schedule
 

Lunch Times (7th grade student's have been told their specific lunch)

11:43 - 1:40

Lunches
6th + ½ 7th - 11:50 - 12:15

8th + ½ 7th - 1:15 - 1:40
Dogwood Daily Bell Schedule
House Huddle Schedule
House Cheers Schedule
Dogwood 26-27 School Calendar
Breakfast & Lunch Menus by Week
 

Important Upcoming Dates📆

Houses
September 2026
22-25 Attendance Spirit Week at Dogwood
23-Picture Day 

October 2026
2- House Huddles
9 - Folk Fest Performance
12-Indigenous People’s Day (No school)
13- Pumpkin Decorating (attendance incentive)
Picture day
 

🐺Time to Howl!

bdays

Teacher/Staff of the Month-Parents, Students, and Staff Invited to Vote✅


Congratulations to Mr. Keith Washington, 8th grade math teacher, nominated by Dakota Chan for the month of August! 

Thanks for being our Leader of the Pack! 
 

💡 Reminders

1st day
1st day 2

Click the flyer below to apply

GOTR
Art after school

Richmond Community Rowing is having a community event on October 16, 2026

The Wolf Pack is invited to the boathouse to try rowing, regardless of age, ability, or experience. 

The current team and coaches will be at The Boathouse at Rocketts Landing to show attendees what a typical rowing practice is like and answer any questions.

Contact for the event: 

Wendy Rivera
she, her, hers

Richmond Community Rowing Youth Coach
RCR
 
 
DMS athletes

Fall Sports 🍃

FALL ATHLETICS PRACTICE INFORMATION

Girls Basketball
Coaches: Kalen Carver and Brittney Beasley
Practice: Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday
Time: 3:30–5:00 PM
Email: kcarver@rvaschools.net & Bbeasley22@icloud.com 

Soccer
Coach: Matthew Baker
Volunteer Support: William Phillips
Practice: Tuesday and Thursday
Time: 3:30– 4:45 PM
Emailmbaker2@rvaschools.net 

*Once games begin: Tuesday only

Cheerleading
Coaches: Tiara Harris (Ms. T) and Dejia Graham
Practice: Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday
Time: 3:30–5:00 PM

*Once games begin: Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday (subject to change)

Please note: Practice and game schedules are subject to change due to weather, emergencies, school activities, transportation, or other unforeseen circumstances. 

Any changes will be communicated as soon as possible via parent square and team chats via the Band app. 

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS & RESOURCES
The following documents are included for review and use:

  • Middle school Athletic Handbook
  • DMS Student-Athletic Contract
  • Athlete Demerit Form/Wolf Way Disciplinary Actions 
  • Off-Campus Practice Permission Slip
  • Fall Sports Schedules
  • Coaches and Athletic Information







Important: Each student-athlete is required to return all applicable forms with a parent/guardian signature.

Here are the video and slide deck from the virtual parent meeting.

Email Coach T Harris at tharri17@rvaschools.net with any sports/athletic related questions.
Athletics

RESOURCES FOR YOUR STUDENT🤗

1) Keep Your Child On Track in Middle and High School: Pay Attention to Attendance (Attendance Works)



VDOE Family Support Link
 

Need to Know Info🚨

Dogwood Student Handbook 26-27
Dogwood Cell Phone Enforcement
Dogwood PACK C & C Matrix
RPS SCORE 26-27
Dogwood School Quality Profile
Title I Right to Know/Assessment