Deckerville Community Schools

October 25, 2023 Dear Parent/Guardian: As student and staff mental health concerns continue to increase, it is critical that we develop resources and strategies to ensure we are reaching those individuals who need it most. To further the discussion surrounding mental health awareness, on November 3, 2023, at 9 A.M. we will host a documentary and presentation entitled Do it for Daniel for students in grades 7-12. The program is designed to educate individuals about the impact anxiety, depression and other mental illnesses have on people and their families, and to create meaningful, positive, and hopeful dialogue. The Do it for Daniel program will be delivered by nationally recognized speaker Jeff Olson, whose son lost his battle with severe anxiety and depression at age 19. Jeff has been a public school teacher and hall of fame high school football coach in the State of Michigan for over thirty years. He has presented this program in hundreds of schools and community settings across the country and the program has been viewed by tens of thousands of students, school staff, and community members. Over the past few years, we have observed the profound impact mental health has had on our students. Our goal is that by educating our school community and talking openly about these concerns, we will help reduce the stigma of talking about and understanding mental illness, thereby helping individuals to get the help they need. Some resources to view prior to the schoolwide presentation are linked on the school Facebook page and on the school website. Parents are invited to attend the presentation, please check into the main office to sign in. If you have any questions or concerns, please reach out to the school main office. Sincerely, Josh Stern, principal https://www.doitfordaniel.com/documentary-1

Deckerville will be hosting the Regional Semi Finals this Friday 10/27 at 7pm against Morrice. All tickets must be purchased at GoFan. https://gofan.co/event/1183055

Just a reminder that if your 8th grade student plans to go on the Mackinac Trip this May their $40 deposit is due by November 1, 2023. If you have any questions please contact Kristyn Theobald or Angela Steeb. ktheobald@deckerville.k12.mi.us asteeb@deckerville.k12.mi.us

Deckerville Community Schools accepting applications for: Sub Bus Drivers -  Starting Date:  As soon as sub jobs are available -  Qualifications:  Current or willing to work towards: CDL License and Certification by State of Michigan. Department of Education Requirements to drive a school bus. Pass a bus driver physical and background check. Interested applicants are to apply in writing to: Johnny Kirkpatrick, Transportation Supervisor, Deckerville Community Schools, 2633 Black River Street, Deckerville, MI  48427 - (810)-376-3615 - Email: jkirkpatrick@deckerville.k12.mi.us

Jr/Sr High School picture day is Monday, October 16, 2023.

A friendly reminder that Parent-Teacher Conferences take place tomorrow, Thursday October 12. Teachers are available from 12:30 to 3:30 P.M. and again from 4:30 to 7:30 P.M.

Coaching Position Opening - 7th Grade Girls Basketball Coach - Applicants are to apply in writing to: Monica Spranger, Athletic Director, Deckerville Community School, 2633 Black River St., Deckerville, MI 48427 Email: mspranger@deckerville.k12.mi.us - Phone # 810-376-3875 Deadline is noon on October 24, 2023

Last call for alumni band members to play with the band for pre game during the homecoming game. Please let Mr. Belkiewicz know if you are interested by Monday, Oct. 9th. Email: jbelkiewicz@deckerville.k12.mi.us Rehearsal with the band will be Friday, Oct. 13th @4:45 behind the band room.

Project Connect 2023

October Food Availability

A reminder that energy drinks are not allowed in school. Any drink that has more caffeine than a pop would have is considered to be an energy drink. Thank you.

Thank you to our wonderful community for supporting our Deckerville Eagle Walk-a-Thon today! Great day to be an Eagle!

The Deckerville bands would like to invite any alumni of the band to play with us during pre-game (National Anthem/School Song) and in the stands (pep band music) during the homecoming game. If you are interested, please let me know what instrument and if you need to borrow an instrument from the school. Contact Mr. B at (810) 376-3615 ex. 127, or jbelkiewicz@deckerville.k12.mi.us Thank you.

Deckerville Community Schools is  Accepting Applications for: Substitute Custodian Staff.  Starting Date:  As substitute jobs are available.  Sub Pay Rate:  $14.52/Hour -  Hours:  3:30 – 11:30 p.m. -  Interested applicants are to apply in writing to: Johnny Kirkpatrick, Facility-Wide Maintenance Supervisor, Deckerville Community Schools, 2633 Black River Street, Deckerville, MI  48427, (810)-376-3615, Email:  jkirkpatrick@deckerville.k12.mi.us - Fingerprinting and background check are required.

Varsity Football Parent's night has been rescheduled for 10/13/23-Homeoming. The plan is to have the parents recognized after the parade, during pre-game. Parents please be sure you are at the game near the end of the parade time so we can recognize you. Thank you!

For the Class of 2024

2022-2023 Jr/Sr High School Yearbooks are available. $50 each - First come first serve. Contact Mrs. Pavlovics

Tonight JH scrimmage Vs CAPAC has been cancelled!

We are very excited to announce that the Deckerville Jr/Sr Local Schools Athletic Department has partnered with FinalForms, an online forms and data management service. FinalForms allows you to complete and sign athletic participation forms for your students. The most exciting news is that FinalForms saves data from season-to-season and year-to-year, meaning that you will never need to enter the same information twice! FinalForms also pre-populates information wherever possible, for each of your students, saving you time. You may review your data at any time to verify it is current. You will be required to sign your forms once per year and after any update. Click on the Parent Playbook (attached) to get started in FinalForms. If you require any support during the process, scroll to the page bottom and click “Use Support”. We are asking that ALL parents of athletes use FinalForms. Please register at: deckerville-mi.finalforms.com and follow the prompts to create your account, create your students and sign your forms. Thank you for your assistance in streamlining our paperwork processes at Deckerville. Monica Spranger Athletic Director

JH & High School Science Teacher, STEM, Agriculture - DX or DI endorsement preferred - 7th/ 8th Physical Science, High School Biology, Physical Science, STEM & Agriculture - Interested candidates are to contact: Mr. Josh Stern, High School Principal, Deckerville Community Schools, 2633 Black River Street, Deckerville, MI 48427 - Phone: 810-376-9785 - E-mail: jstern@deckerville.k12.mi.us The deadline for application is until filled.