Dixon Road Elementary School

🎉 Exciting News! 🎉 Join us TONIGHT, Friday, December 1st, at 6:30 for the enchanting Benson Christmas Parade! 🎄✨ Don't miss the mesmerizing Jumping Dragonflies showcasing their festive spirit! 🌟 But wait, the celebration doesn't end there! 🌟 After the parade, immerse yourself in the season's magic at the Singing Grove. 🎤✨ Experience the incredible talent of Mrs. Byrd as she serenades us into the holiday spirit with her beautiful voice. 🎶❄️ Bring your friends, family, and holiday cheer! 🎅🤶 Let's create unforgettable memories together in the heart of Benson. See you there! 🚀🐉 #BensonChristmasParade #HolidayMagic #SingingGroveSerenade 🎊

🎄✨ Spread Holiday Cheer with Dixon Road Elementary's Angel Tree! 🌟🎁 Starting Monday, December 4th, the Angel Tree at Dixon Road Elementary is ready to spark joy! 🌈 Visit our office, pick an angel (or two!) off the tree, and play a role in making a child's holiday wishes come true. 🎅👼 🗓️ Important Dates: 🌟 Tree Kickoff: Monday, December 4th 🎁 Gift Drop-off (in the office) Deadline: Friday, December 15th Let's come together as the Dragonfly Family and show our generosity! 🐉 Your commitment can make this holiday season unforgettable for these little hearts. 🎀✨ Thank you in advance for your kindness and dedication to spreading warmth and joy! 🙏🎅 #AngelTreeMagic #SeasonOfGiving #DragonflyFamilyLove 🎄💖

🎅🛍️✨ Get ready for a jolly good time at Dixon Road Elementary! 🌟🎄 🎁 Santa Shop Extravaganza! 📅 December 11th - December 19th All DRES students, it's time to mark your calendars! 🗓️ The Santa Shop is coming to town, and during your media enhancement time, you'll have the chance to embark on a festive shopping spree for your loved ones. 🛒🎁 🍪🥛 Dinner with Santa 📅 Friday, December 15th | ⏰ 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM Everyone is invited to join us for an enchanting evening filled with: - 🎮 Free games and activities - 💇 Fairy hair - 🍪 Cookies and milk - 🛍️ Santa Shop delights - 🚚 Food trucks for a delicious dinner 🎤 Plus, enjoy a special performance by the Jumping Dragonflies! And guess who's dropping by? 🎅 Santa Claus himself! 📸 Capture the magic with a photo session with Santa. 🎉 Bring your family, invite your friends, and let's make memories together at Dixon Road. See you there! 🌈🎊 #SantaShop #DinnerWithSanta #HolidayMagic ✨🎅🍪

🌟✨ Attention Dixon Road Community! ✨🌟 Our amazing Dragonfly teachers have shared their wishes for the upcoming year, and you can make them come true! 🍎📚 The PTO has compiled a wish list of items that will help keep our classrooms buzzing with creativity and learning. 🚀📓 Head over to Dixon Road PTO's Facebook page for all the details and find out how you can contribute to making this school year extra special for our dedicated educators. Let's come together and make wishes come true! 🌈💙 #DixonRoadTeachers #PTOCommunity #SupportEducation 🍏🎁 Visit the Dixon Road PTO page here: [https://www.facebook.com/groups/dixonpto](https://www.facebook.com/groups/dixonpto)

🎩🧢 Hat Day Alert at Dixon Road Elementary! 🧢🎩 Hey, Dragonflies! Today is Hat Day, and we're turning Dixon Road into a sea of stylish headgear! 🌟 For just $1, you can strut your stuff in your favorite hat all day long. Get ready to showcase your unique style and support a good cause! Let's make Dixon Road the trendiest school in town. See you with your hats on! 🎉 #HatDay #DragonflyStyle #DixonRoadFun 🌈

🎙️ Exciting News Alert! 🌟 Dive into the world of knowledge with the Dragonfly News Podcast! 🐉📰 https://tinyurl.com/PodcastDRES 👩‍🎓 Students at Dragonfly School are buzzing with excitement as they unveil their first-ever podcast episode! 🚀🎉 They've mastered the art of research, compilation, and reporting, bringing you a stellar blend of information and enthusiasm! 🤓🎤✨ 🎧 Join us on this incredible journey as they learn to speak like seasoned reporters, and witness their impressive editing and publishing skills in action! 🎙️🔥 For a debut, it's nothing short of extraordinary! 🌈👏 🌟 Brace yourselves for a rollercoaster of insights and fun – this is just the beginning! 🚀🌍 Stay tuned, as the Dragonfly News Podcast takes flight into uncharted storytelling territories! 🎙️🐉 #DragonflyNewsPodcast #StudentAchievement #PodcastDebut #ExcitingJourney 🚀🎧

Attention, adventurers! Our Book Blast event starts next week, and we will set off searching for treasure to build our students' home libraries. Follow the steps on the Treasure Map coming home next week to embark on an epic quest to earn exciting rewards and books.

📸 Attention Dixon Road Elementary School Families! 📸 Exciting news! 🍂 Our Fall Retake Picture Day is just around the corner, and we've teamed up with Strawbridge Studios to capture those picture-perfect moments on 12/12/2023! 🍁✨ To stay in the loop and receive all the latest updates about your child's school portraits, sign up here: [Link to opt-in: https://strawbridge.fotomerchanthv.com/clients/dixon-road-elementary-school/fall-retake-pictures-12-12-2023/optIn] By opting in, you'll be the first to know about special promotions and exclusive deals, and you'll even get the chance to order more pictures later. 💌 Don't miss out on preserving those precious memories! When signing up, make sure to enter your student's name exactly as it is on file at the school. 🏫 Let's make this retake day one for the books! 📚🍎 #SchoolPictures #FallRetakeDay #MemoriesInTheMaking #DixonRoadElementary 🍂📷

In observance of the Thanksgiving holiday, all JCPS campuses will be closed Wednesday, Nov. 22 - Friday, Nov. 24. 🦃

Your voice matters! JCPS is partnering with Research Triangle Institute to help create our new strategic plan and we need YOUR INPUT to shape our vision for schools, students, and families! Today is the last day to make your voice heard! Complete the community questionnaire here: https://bit.ly/3Qr6Z46

📣 Join us for the PTO meeting today at Dixon Road Elementary! 🏫🗓️ Thursday, November 16th at 6:30 pm. Your input is valuable! See you there! #PTOMeeting #CommunityEngagement

JCPS wants to thank all Johnston County veterans who have served in the US Armed Forces! We are forever grateful to you for your unwavering commitment and dedication to the United States. Thank you!🇺🇸

🌟👏🏫 We're thrilled to announce our Classified Staff Member of the Month, Ms. Snead! 👏🌟 At Dixon Road Elementary, we believe in celebrating those who go above and beyond, and Ms. Snead is the embodiment of dedication and care. 🌼📚 She's the sunshine that brightens our school days and the unwavering support system for our kids, ensuring they have all they need to flourish from Kindergarten and beyond. 🌱👧🧒 Let's give a round of applause and show some love for Ms. Snead! 🎉💙 #StaffOfTheMonth #DixonRoadProud #EducationMatters #MakingADifference

🌟👩‍🏫 We've got some AMAZING news to share! 👏🎉 Congratulations to Ms. Eby, our shining star 🌟, for being named Dixon Road Elementary's Teacher of the Month! 📚🍎 This year, she's making pure magic happen in 2nd grade! ✨ Ms. Eby is not only incredibly smart, but she brings a dose of humor and talent to her classroom every day. 🧠😂🎨 But what truly makes her stand out is her exceptional teamwork! 🤝 Ms. Eby is not just a teacher; she's a team player who helps every student grow and succeed. 🌈 Thank you, Ms. Eby, for your dedication and hard work! 🙌 We're so proud to have you on our team! 🎊💕 #TeacherOfTheMonth #SuperStarEducator #TeamPlayer

🐣📚 Second grade is learning all about chickens, and the eggs have started hatching! Our students think it is eggcellent! 🥚🐥 👋 Welcome the newest members of the Dixon Road Family - The Dixon Road Chicks! 🐓🏫 #DixonRoadChicks #EggcellentLearning #SecondGradeAdventures #NewBeginnings

Your voice matters! JCPS is partnering with @RTI_Education to help create our new strategic plan and we need YOUR INPUT to shape our vision for schools, students, and families. Click here to complete the community questionnaire: https://bit.ly/3Qr6Z46

☕👮‍♂️👮‍♀️ What an incredible morning at Dixon Road Elementary! On Tuesday, October 31st, we hosted a Coffee with Cops event during the morning carpool, and it was a smashing success! 🍩👮‍♂️👮‍♀️ Our local law enforcement officers joined us for coffee, conversation, and community building. It was heartwarming to see students and parents connecting with the men and women who work tirelessly to keep our neighborhoods safe. Here are a few highlights from the event: 👮‍♀️ Engaging discussions about safety and community 👮‍♂️ Smiles, laughter, and camaraderie 👮‍♀️ Delicious coffee and treats We are immensely grateful to the officers who took time out of their busy schedules to bond with our Dixon Road Elementary family. Their commitment to our community is truly inspiring. Thank you to everyone who joined us, and special thanks to our local law enforcement for making this event a memorable one. Let's continue to build a safer and more connected community together! ☕❤️👮‍♀️👮‍♂️ #CoffeeWithCops #CommunityStrong #DixonRoadElementary #BuildingConnections

Did someone say Trick or Treat?! It's Halloween, and we want to make sure everyone has fun, while staying safe . Check out these tips!👻

👊🏈 Team Up Against Drugs for Red Ribbon Week Day 3! 🚫💊 Hey everyone, it's Day 3 of Red Ribbon Week, and today's theme is all about uniting against drugs and showing our spirit! Let's tackle this important cause head-on by wearing our favorite team jerseys or school spirit wear. 🎽 Whether you're repping your favorite sports team or showing off your school pride, you're sending a powerful message that we stand together against substance abuse. Let's celebrate our unity and strength in saying NO to drugs and YES to a healthier, happier future! 💪 Don't forget to share your photos wearing your jerseys or spirit wear and use the hashtag #TeamUpAgainstDrugs. Let's spread the word and inspire others to join the fight. Together, we can make a difference! 🤝❤️ #RedRibbonWeek #SayNoToDrugs #DrugFree #CommunityStrong

🎃 Get ready for spooktacular fun at the DRES community's annual PTO-sponsored Trunk or Treat! 🚗🍭 📅 Date: Friday, October 27th, 2023 🕕 Time: 6 PM - 8 PM 👻 Gather your family for an evening of candy-fueled excitement that the whole family can enjoy! 🍬👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 🚗 Trunk or Treat is back, and it's going to be a blast! Our staff is decorating their car trunks in the most creative themes! Join us for an evening of trunk-or-treating, laughter, and community spirit. 🚀🚗 🎃 Come in your Halloween best, ready to collect treats and share in the Halloween spirit with friends and neighbors. It's an event you won't want to miss! 🍬 We've got plenty of candies and treats, so bring your trick-or-treat bags and sweet tooth. Don't forget to snap photos with all the fantastic costumes and creatively decorated trunks. 📸🧙‍♀️🧟‍♂️ Let's create lasting memories and celebrate the Halloween season together. See you on October 27th from 6 PM until 8 PM for a night of community, candy, and spooky fun! 🕸️🌙🎉 #DRESCommunity #TrunkOrTreat #HalloweenFun #FamilyTime #CandyGalore #SpookySeason