Dixon Road Elementary School

📢 Join the DRES Advisory Board and Shape the Future of Education! 📚🌟 Are you passionate about education and want to make a real impact in our community? We're looking for dedicated individuals to join the DRES Advisory Board! 🤝 As a board member, your duties will include: ✅ Assisting the Board of Education in promoting excellent schools countywide. ✅ Collaborating in implementing county, state, and federal school programs and regulations. ✅ Providing valuable insights for the preparation of local school budgets. ✅ Advising on the care, use, and protection of local school property. ✅ Offering guidance on all matters related to our local schools. ✅ Serving as an advisory council to our school principals. This is your chance to be a driving force in shaping the educational landscape of our community! 🏫🌄 Ready to make a difference? Apply now at 🔗 https://bit.ly/AdviseDRES 🔗 Your voice matters; together, we can create a brighter future for our schools and students. 📖 Join us today! #DRESAdvisoryBoard #EducationMatters #CommunityEngagement

🎉 Exciting News for Kindergarten Parents! 🎉 Dear Kindergarten Parents, Prepare for an unforgettable adventure as we welcome you to our Kindergarten Open House event! 🏫✨ Join us on September 21st at 5:30 pm in your child's Kindergarten classroom. 📚🍎 Here's what's in store for you: 🌟 Tour of the Kindergarten Classroom: Explore the magical space where your child will learn, grow, and create lifelong memories. 🖍️✨ 📚 Overview of the Kindergarten Curriculum: Discover the exciting educational journey your little one will embark on with us. 🧠📖 ❓ Q&A Session: Have burning questions about this new chapter? Our dedicated staff is here to provide answers and support every step of the way. 🙋‍♀️🙋‍♂️ We understand this transition is a big step for parents and children, and we're here to make it as smooth as possible. Together, we'll ensure your child's first school experience is filled with joy and learning. 🌈🎓 We can't wait to meet you and kickstart this incredible journey together! 🤗 Warm regards, The Dixon Road Kinder Team 🧡 #KindergartenOpenHouse #ExcitingBeginnings #DixonRoadKinder

"Big thanks to Joker Fifty Riding Association for their generous school supplies donation to our dragonfly community! 📚🎉 #CommunitySupport #Gratitude"

"🎉 Join the Dragonfly family as we celebrate Dr. Hill's 1st year as a Dragonfly in style! 🥳 On September 11th, it's tutus and/or sneakers all day! 👟👗 #DragonflyBirthday #DrHillTurns1"

Please join Dr. Hill and other Kindergarten parents for a casual, grab-and-go breakfast gathering in the Dixon Road cafeteria after you drop your kindergartener off. We will be there to celebrate with you or give you a shoulder to cry on. Whatever you need! Thank you, The DRES Kindergarten Team

JCPS CLOSED FOR ALL STUDENTS AND STAFF THURSDAY, AUGUST 31 Due to the impending inclement weather conditions caused by Hurricane Idalia, Johnston County Public Schools will be closed for all students, staff, and visitors tomorrow, Thursday, August 31. This includes all after school activities on Thursday. The district will operate under Condition 1 of our Inclement Weather Procedures. Weather Conditions can be found online by visiting www.johnston.k12.nc.us/weatherconditions. This decision has been made out of an abundance of caution and per the guidance of local and state emergency service officials. We hope that all of our students, staff, and families stay safe, and we thank you for your understanding and cooperation as we navigate this severe weather event.

**Rooms Guardian Account Assistance** Johnston County Public Schools is excited to launch our new parent-teacher communication tool, Rooms! We're working to ensure all of our parents/guardians are added to the system and associated with the correct student. If a parent/guardian needs assistance with their account - or they have not received account information, please complete the form below. JCPS PIO (public information office) will monitor this form and make the necessary changes. Please provide all information as it is listed in PowerSchool. https://tinyurl.com/Rooms-Parent-Help-Form

Carpool Tag Registration Form Individuals requiring extra carpool tags will have the opportunity to procure them starting from September 5th, 2023. The initial tag will be provided at no cost. A nominal fee of $3.00 will be applicable for the acquisition of a second tag, while any subsequent tags will be priced at $5.00 each. To secure these tags, you may either visit our office in person or submit a written request along with the exact payment in cash, ensuring that the request includes the name(s) of the corresponding student(s). For those opting to make payment via check, kindly ensure that the driver's license details and the name(s) of the student(s) are clearly indicated on the check, which should be made payable to DRES.

We had a wonderful first day back to school and want to thank all of our students, staff, and families for working together to make today a success. We want to share a few reminders to keep things running smoothly in the days and weeks ahead. In the first few weeks of school, it’s typical for our bus routes and carpool lanes to run a bit slower than normal. Our drivers are getting used to new routes, there are more drivers on the road, our students are getting into a routine, and most importantly - we are focused on keeping everyone safe at all times. We ask that you keep these things in mind if our arrival and departure procedures are moving more slowly than we anticipate. If your student is a bus rider, we encourage you to download the EduLog Parent Portal App, for real time information on where your student's bus is on their route. We also want to remind our families that the majority of our schools are offering free breakfast and lunch this school year. All schools, with the exception of Clayton High, Cleveland Elementary, Cleveland High, Corinth Holders High, and Powhatan Elementary, will offer free breakfast and lunch through the Community Eligibility Provision. Families with students attending non-qualifying schools are encouraged to complete a Free and Reduced meal application to receive benefits for this school year. This form, which can be found on the district website, assists our schools in many other services throughout the year, and can be beneficial for our families and students. Lastly, please be reminded that all of our school campuses now have a weapons detection system in place at the entrances of our school. All students, staff, and guests will be expected to pass through the system upon arrival to our campuses. This first week of school is a busy time, with a lot of excitement for our students. Please be reminded that attendance will be taken daily. However attendance calls for students who are marked tardy or absent will not resume until next week. We thank you in advance for your help in making this a great school year.

🚗 **Attention Parents and Guardians: Updated Carpool Traffic Pattern for the 23-24 School Year! 🚗** Hey there, wonderful parents and caregivers! We're excited to share some important updates to our carpool traffic pattern to ensure a smooth and efficient pick-up experience for everyone! 🎒📚 📍 **New PM Carpool Traffic Pattern:** We've created a video that explains the new PM carpool traffic pattern and process. Look out for our friendly staff to guide you. Video linked here: https://tinyurl.com/UpdatedTrafficPattern & on our webpage. 🚸 **Priority Safety:** Safety remains our top priority! Please follow the designated lanes and avoid using your mobile devices while driving through the carpool line. Let's keep our children safe together! 🤝 **Teamwork Matters:** Our staff will be present to assist with directing traffic and ensuring everyone's safety. Let's work together and show patience and kindness as we navigate the carpool line. 📣 **Spread the Word:** Share this post with your fellow parents and caregivers to make sure everyone's aware of the updated carpool traffic pattern. The more we're on the same page, the smoother our carpool process will be! We're committed to providing a safe, efficient, and enjoyable school experience for both students and parents. Thank you for your cooperation and understanding. Here's to a fantastic 23-24 school year! 🎉🚌 #SchoolCarpool #TrafficUpdate #SafetyFirst #BackToSchool2023 #CommunityStrong

We're just FIVE days from the first day of school! Can you believe it?! Be sure to check the Johnston County Public Schools mobile app off of your school supplies list! Parents, teachers, and students will use the mobile app for our two-way communication tool this school year! Download it in the Apple or Google Play store today so you're ready for the first day!

🎉 Registration for Dixon Road Elementary's 2023-2024 Before & After Care is OPEN! 🏫✨ Don't miss out on securing your child's spot. Simply click the link below to access the registration form. 👇 🔗 Link: https://tinyurl.com/DRESRegistration The PAYMENT site is now OPEN!📲💰 🔗 Link: https://tinyurl.com/PaymentBACare #DixonRoadElementary #BeforeAndAfterCare #RegistrationOpen

📣 Calling all DRES 4th and 5th graders! 🌟 Are you ready to make a difference and serve your school community? 🏫💙 Safety Patrol is your chance! If you're passionate about helping others and want to be part of something amazing, this is for you. 🤝 Join us at the Open House on August 24th to learn more about this exciting opportunity. Let's make our school safer and better together! 🚸👏 #SafetyPatrol #FutureLeaders #DRESCommunity

📚🚌 Exciting news! Registration for our 2023-2024 before and after school care is officially open. Simply scan the QR code or click the link below to secure your spot. Don't miss out! Link: [https://forms.gle/d5UiVvVGxk6Xa9vH6](https://forms.gle/d5UiVvVGxk6Xa9vH6)

All students enrolled in a qualifying Johnston County Public School (with the exception of 5 non-qualifying schools) will receive a healthy Breakfast and lunch at no cost to the household this upcoming school year through the Community Eligibility Provision (CEP). Households of students that attend a qualifying CEP school will no longer need to submit a Free and Reduced Meal Benefit Application for the upcoming school year. Students that attend a non-qualifying school will still have the opportunity to submit a meal benefits application in order to qualify for free, reduced, or paid eligibility status. Applications for the 2023-2024 school year will be accepted starting July 10, 2023. For more information, click here: https://bit.ly/3P10t3J

📢 Exciting News! 🚀 Our carpool tag pre-registration is now LIVE and waiting for YOU! 🎉 Don't miss out on this exclusive opportunity to secure your tag starting ASAP, as pre-registration ends on Wednesday, August 23rd at 12:00 pm! ⏰You will also have the opportunity to register in person at open house on August 24th. Spread the word and tag your friends! 🙌 #Carpool #PreRegistration #CountdownBegins #BeTheFirst

📣 Exciting News! 🎉 Registration for Dixon Road Elementary's 2023-2024 Before & After Care is officially OPEN! 🏫✨ Don't miss out on securing your child's spot. Simply scan the QR code or click the link below to access the registration form. 👇 🔗 Link: https://tinyurl.com/DRESRegistration ⚠️ Please be aware that the online payment system is currently inactive. But no worries! We'll keep you posted as soon as it's up and running. Stay tuned for updates. 📲💰 #DixonRoadElementary #BeforeAndAfterCare #RegistrationOpen #StayTuned

Our families seemed to like the one-stop-shop format for Orientation Information on our website - so we thought we'd make school supply lists just as convenient! Supply lists for our elementary and middle schools for the 2023-2024 school year are available now at: www.johnston.k12.nc.us/schoolsupplies We hope this makes you getting ready for the first day of school - August 28th - a little bit easier!

🎉🚌🎒 Back to School Bash Community Event! 🎉🚌🎒 📅 Date: August 19th ⏰ Time: 11 am - 3 pm 📍 Location: 901 Old Fairground Road, Willow Spring, NC 27592 We are excited to announce that Restoration Church and 12 Stones Recovery are teaming up to host a fantastic Back to School Bash for the entire community! 🤝🏫 Get ready for a day filled with: 👕 Clothes: They will have a wide selection of stylish and comfortable clothes to prepare your kids for the school year! ✏️ School Supplies: From notebooks to pens, they've got all the essential supplies your little learners need to succeed in the classroom. 💇‍♂️ Haircuts: Skilled hairstylists will be offering free haircuts to help your kids start the school year looking their best! 🍔🌭 Food: Delicious snacks and refreshments will be available to keep everyone energized and happy throughout the event. Don't miss this wonderful opportunity to equip your kids for a successful school year while enjoying a fun-filled day with the community. Admission is FREE for everyone! 🆓 Spread the word, invite your friends, and join everyone for the Back to School Bash on August 19th. This will be a memorable event for all the Willow Spring families! 🎊🎈 #BackToSchoolBash #CommunityEvent #RestorationChurch #12StonesRecovery #WillowSpringNC

Good Evening JCPS Families, We hope you will join us at one of our Summer Information Fairs, happening this Monday and Tuesday. We’re hosting a Summer Information Fair at eight of our schools on July 31 and August 1st. We invite families to attend the information fair in their student’s feeder pattern. The Information Fair will provide parents an opportunity to request, verify, and ensure your student has bus transportation and receive meal service information prior to the opening of school. While students won’t receive their bus number at the Information Fair, attending and signing up for transportation guarantees that the student will have transportation on the first day of school. Bus information is expected to be shared at Orientation. If your student does not ride a bus, back to school information will be provided at Orientation. We’ll also have staff on hand for families who need assistance with enrolling their student for the upcoming school year. The Summer Information Fair will be held from 1:00 PM to 7:00 PM on Monday, July 31st at North Johnston Middle, Cleveland High, Corinth Holders High, and South Johnston High. We will hold Information Fairs the following day, Tuesday, August 1st from 1:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Clayton Middle, Smithfield-Selma High, Princeton High, and West Johnston High schools. You can find more information by visiting the home page of our website. We hope to see you there!