🐾 DPS Families — Open House is TONIGHT! 🐾
We are excited to welcome our Bearpaws back to school! ❤️💙
Join us tonight for Open House from 4:00–5:30 PM. This is a great opportunity to meet your child’s teacher, visit the classroom, see the school, and help your child feel ready and excited for the first day!
📅 Tonight — Monday, August 17
⏰ 4:00–5:30 PM
📍 Douglas Primary School
We can’t wait to see our students and families tonight and kick off an amazing 2026–27 school year!
🐾 It Starts With Us — Every Step, Every Paw! ❤️💙
We are excited to welcome our Bearpaws back to school! ❤️💙
Join us tonight for Open House from 4:00–5:30 PM. This is a great opportunity to meet your child’s teacher, visit the classroom, see the school, and help your child feel ready and excited for the first day!
📅 Tonight — Monday, August 17
⏰ 4:00–5:30 PM
📍 Douglas Primary School
We can’t wait to see our students and families tonight and kick off an amazing 2026–27 school year!
🐾 It Starts With Us — Every Step, Every Paw! ❤️💙
Stay Connected and Download Our CCSD1 App!
The easiest way to stay in contact with your student's classroom teacher or coach is by using Rooms on our CCSD1 App! Click here for information and resources for parents and students to get started or refamiliarize yourself with Rooms.
You can download it here for free.
Parents sign in with your phone number or email address while CCSD1 students will login with their school district email address.
If you have any troubles downloading the app or logging in, please contact your school or the CCSD1 Technology Department at 359-4099.
💙❤️ #BearcatNation #WelcomeBack #BackToSchool #CCSD1 #DouglasWY
🎉 The first day of school is near, Bearcat Nation! 🎉
We are excited to welcome our students, staff, and families back for the 2026-2027 school year.
Before heading to school, please review the attached City of Douglas construction update. The Richards Street Bridge near Douglas Middle School remains closed to both vehicle and pedestrian traffic due to ongoing construction. For everyone's safety, please follow the posted detour routes and stay out of the work zone.
Here's to a fantastic year filled with learning, growth, and success. Have an awesome year, Bearcats! 🐾
💙❤️ #BearcatNation #WelcomeBack #BackToSchool #CCSD1 #DouglasWY
We are excited to welcome our students, staff, and families back for the 2026-2027 school year.
Before heading to school, please review the attached City of Douglas construction update. The Richards Street Bridge near Douglas Middle School remains closed to both vehicle and pedestrian traffic due to ongoing construction. For everyone's safety, please follow the posted detour routes and stay out of the work zone.
Here's to a fantastic year filled with learning, growth, and success. Have an awesome year, Bearcats! 🐾
💙❤️ #BearcatNation #WelcomeBack #BackToSchool #CCSD1 #DouglasWY
📚 FREE SURPLUS BOOK GIVEAWAY! 📚
The public is invited to browse and take home surplus books at no cost!
📅 Date: July 22, 2026
⏰ Time: 8:00 AM to 3:30 PM
📍 Location: DMS Main Gym
This event is open to all community members. Come explore a wide selection of books and find some new reads for your home library.
We look forward to seeing you there!
#CommunityEvent #FreeBooks #ReadingMatters
📢 PUBLIC SALE: DMS SURPLUS STORAGE CABINETS
Community members are invited to attend a public sale of surplus storage cabinets from Douglas Middle School.
📅 Date: July 22, 2026
⏰ Time: 8:00 AM - 3:30 PM
📍 Location: DMS Main Gym & All Purpose Room
✅ Cash, Check, or Credit Card
✅ Cabinets sold as-is
Please note:
• Purchasers are responsible for removing, picking up, and loading their purchased cabinets.
• No assistance with removal or loading will be provided.
Questions? Call 307-358-2942, Option 6.
🍎 FREE SUMMER MEALS FOR DOUGLAS KIDS (AGES 2–18)! ☀️
📢 Don’t wait—sign up by the end of TODAY for Thursday, June 11 pick-up!
👉 Sign-ups are required each week for meal pick-up.
Converse County School District #1 Nutrition Services is proud to offer the Summer Food Program to support families with children ages 2–18.
🗓 Program Dates: June 4 – July 30, 2026
🥗 What You Get: FREE bulk meal kits
✅ Weekly Registration Required (Deadline: every Wednesday for Thursday pick-up)
📍 Pick-Up Location: Douglas Rec Center (Nida baseball field parking lot)
⏰ Time: 12:30 PM – 2:30 PM
📞 Questions? Call the CCSD1 Kitchen at 307-358-4158
⚠️ State Requirements:
No daycares allowed
The Parent/Guardian listed on this form is the ONLY person who can pick up the order
📲 Register NOW:
https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/pWms14N6pQ
(or scan the QR Code)
Don’t miss out—get signed up TODAY to receive meals this week!
📢 Don’t wait—sign up by the end of TODAY for Thursday, June 11 pick-up!
👉 Sign-ups are required each week for meal pick-up.
Converse County School District #1 Nutrition Services is proud to offer the Summer Food Program to support families with children ages 2–18.
🗓 Program Dates: June 4 – July 30, 2026
🥗 What You Get: FREE bulk meal kits
✅ Weekly Registration Required (Deadline: every Wednesday for Thursday pick-up)
📍 Pick-Up Location: Douglas Rec Center (Nida baseball field parking lot)
⏰ Time: 12:30 PM – 2:30 PM
📞 Questions? Call the CCSD1 Kitchen at 307-358-4158
⚠️ State Requirements:
No daycares allowed
The Parent/Guardian listed on this form is the ONLY person who can pick up the order
📲 Register NOW:
https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/pWms14N6pQ
(or scan the QR Code)
Don’t miss out—get signed up TODAY to receive meals this week!
🎉🐻 Tomorrow is the LAST day of school at DPS! 🐻🎉
We have had an incredible year together, and we are excited to celebrate one final day with our amazing Bearpaws! As a reminder, students still need to bring their backpack and their student tag tomorrow to help make dismissal run smoothly and safely.
And parents… after tomorrow afternoon… it’s officially YOUR turn! 😄☀️
Teachers are tagging out, the backpacks are coming home, and summer vacation is ready to begin!
Thank you for an amazing school year filled with growth, memories, and support. We hope all of our DPS families have a safe, fun, and relaxing summer! ❤️💙🤍
#EveryStepEveryPaw
#EveryStudentEveryDay
#DPSBearpaws
We have had an incredible year together, and we are excited to celebrate one final day with our amazing Bearpaws! As a reminder, students still need to bring their backpack and their student tag tomorrow to help make dismissal run smoothly and safely.
And parents… after tomorrow afternoon… it’s officially YOUR turn! 😄☀️
Teachers are tagging out, the backpacks are coming home, and summer vacation is ready to begin!
Thank you for an amazing school year filled with growth, memories, and support. We hope all of our DPS families have a safe, fun, and relaxing summer! ❤️💙🤍
#EveryStepEveryPaw
#EveryStudentEveryDay
#DPSBearpaws
*ENROLLMENT REMINDER*
Currently at DPS, we are missing enrollment forms for 25 Kindergarteners and 32 1st graders.
If this form is NOT completed by Friday morning, they will NOT be able to meet their teacher for the 26-27 school year. Please make sure your child can participate in this incredible opportunity for your student.
If you have questions or need assistance with enrollment, please contact:
📞 Theresa Jackson — (307) 359-4080
📧 tjackson@ccsd1.org
OR
📞 Laura Sahlin — (307) 358-3502
📧 lsahlin@ccsd1.org
Currently at DPS, we are missing enrollment forms for 25 Kindergarteners and 32 1st graders.
If this form is NOT completed by Friday morning, they will NOT be able to meet their teacher for the 26-27 school year. Please make sure your child can participate in this incredible opportunity for your student.
If you have questions or need assistance with enrollment, please contact:
📞 Theresa Jackson — (307) 359-4080
📧 tjackson@ccsd1.org
OR
📞 Laura Sahlin — (307) 358-3502
📧 lsahlin@ccsd1.org
📣 Re-Enrollment for the 2026-2027 school year is NOW OPEN at CCSD #1! 📣
All current CCSD #1 students must complete re-enrollment for the upcoming school year.
✅ Families who complete enrollment by May 22nd will ensure their child is able to find out their teacher placement for next year as soon as class lists are released!
🎉 Families who complete enrollment on time will also be entered into door prize drawings provided by CCSD #1!
The enrollment link is available now at CCSD #1.
If you have questions or need assistance with enrollment, please contact:
📞 Theresa Jackson — (307) 359-4080
📧 tjackson@ccsd1.org
OR
📞 Laura Sahlin — (307) 358-3502
📧 lsahlin@ccsd1.org
Thank you for helping us prepare for another amazing year at DPS! 🐾
“It Starts With Us—Every Step, Every Paw.”
#DPSBearpaws #EveryStudentEveryDay #CCSD1
All current CCSD #1 students must complete re-enrollment for the upcoming school year.
✅ Families who complete enrollment by May 22nd will ensure their child is able to find out their teacher placement for next year as soon as class lists are released!
🎉 Families who complete enrollment on time will also be entered into door prize drawings provided by CCSD #1!
The enrollment link is available now at CCSD #1.
If you have questions or need assistance with enrollment, please contact:
📞 Theresa Jackson — (307) 359-4080
📧 tjackson@ccsd1.org
OR
📞 Laura Sahlin — (307) 358-3502
📧 lsahlin@ccsd1.org
Thank you for helping us prepare for another amazing year at DPS! 🐾
“It Starts With Us—Every Step, Every Paw.”
#DPSBearpaws #EveryStudentEveryDay #CCSD1
🌞🎉 DPS Bearpaws… It's almost the FINAL WEEK OF SCHOOL! 🎉🌞
We are ready to celebrate an incredible year together with some fun spirit days all week long! Parents… you’re almost there… 😅 Your turn is coming soon!
🐻❤️ “It Starts With Us—Every Step, Every Paw!” ❤️🐻
Here’s our lineup for the last week of school:
🏖️ Monday, May 18th – Beach Day
Break out the tropical shirts, beach hats, and vacation vibes!
🕶️ Tuesday, May 19th – Hat & Sunglasses Day
Cool shades + awesome hats = DPS style!
🏃 Wednesday, May 20th – Workout Day
Sweats, athletic gear, and comfy workout clothes encouraged!
🌈 Thursday, May 21st – Color Day
Students are encouraged to wear their class color!
💚 Mrs. Brown / Mrs. Tyler – Green
🧡 Mrs. Gilmore / Mrs. Underwood – Orange
🩷 Ms. Painter / Mrs. Barker – Pink
💙 Ms. DeLuna / Mrs. Sherman – Blue
💜 Mrs. Marcus / Mrs. Buffington – Purple
💛 Ms. Tidemann – Yellow
Please do not forget to send your student with water and sunscreen during playground days (Kinder-May 19th, 1st-May 20th) or our Day of Play on May 21st.
Let’s finish the year strong and make this final week full of smiles, memories, and Bearpaws pride! 🐾
📚🐾 LIMITED YEARBOOKS AVAILABLE! 🐾📚
We have a limited number of leftover DPS yearbooks available for purchase! Once they are gone… they are GONE! 🔥
💲 $20 CASH ONLY
⚠️ First-come, first-served
🚫 No holds or reservations
Don’t miss your chance to grab a copy of this unforgettable year at DPS—our first year as the Bearpaws! ❤️💙
🐾 Every Step, Every Paw.
We have a limited number of leftover DPS yearbooks available for purchase! Once they are gone… they are GONE! 🔥
💲 $20 CASH ONLY
⚠️ First-come, first-served
🚫 No holds or reservations
Don’t miss your chance to grab a copy of this unforgettable year at DPS—our first year as the Bearpaws! ❤️💙
🐾 Every Step, Every Paw.
🐾 DPS Day of Play – Volunteers Needed! 🐾
Our Day of Play is coming up on Thursday, May 21st, from 12:30–2:30 PM, and we’re looking for amazing parent volunteers to help make it a success!
Volunteers will run a fun activity station during the event. (Please note: volunteers will not travel with their own student.) Don’t worry, Mr. K will provide all materials and clear directions, so you feel fully prepared!
If you’re interested in helping create a memorable experience for our Bearpaws, we’d love to have you join us!
📧 Email: srickabaugh@ccsd1.org
📞 Call: 358-3502
It starts with us—Every Step, Every Paw! 🐾
Our Day of Play is coming up on Thursday, May 21st, from 12:30–2:30 PM, and we’re looking for amazing parent volunteers to help make it a success!
Volunteers will run a fun activity station during the event. (Please note: volunteers will not travel with their own student.) Don’t worry, Mr. K will provide all materials and clear directions, so you feel fully prepared!
If you’re interested in helping create a memorable experience for our Bearpaws, we’d love to have you join us!
📧 Email: srickabaugh@ccsd1.org
📞 Call: 358-3502
It starts with us—Every Step, Every Paw! 🐾
No School – Monday, May 4th
Just a quick reminder that there will be no school for DPS Bearpaws on Monday, May 4th as our staff will be participating in a professional development day.
We look forward to welcoming students back on Tuesday as we continue to finish the year strong—Every Step, Every Paw! 🐾
Just a quick reminder that there will be no school for DPS Bearpaws on Monday, May 4th as our staff will be participating in a professional development day.
We look forward to welcoming students back on Tuesday as we continue to finish the year strong—Every Step, Every Paw! 🐾
🚗 Heads Up, Bearpaw Families! 🐾 (Date Correction*)
Douglas High School will be hosting a track meet this Tuesday and Thursday (April 14th & 16th). With increased traffic in the area, delays may occur during student pick-up on Logsdon Lane.
We appreciate your patience and flexibility as we work through the added traffic and keep our students safe.
Thank you for your continued support—it starts with us, every step, every paw! ❤️💙
Douglas High School will be hosting a track meet this Tuesday and Thursday (April 14th & 16th). With increased traffic in the area, delays may occur during student pick-up on Logsdon Lane.
We appreciate your patience and flexibility as we work through the added traffic and keep our students safe.
Thank you for your continued support—it starts with us, every step, every paw! ❤️💙
🚗 Heads Up, Bearpaw Families! 🐾
Douglas High School will be hosting a track meet this Wednesday and Thursday (April 15th & 16th). With increased traffic in the area, delays may occur during student pick-up on Logsdon Lane.
We appreciate your patience and flexibility as we work through the added traffic and keep our students safe.
Thank you for your continued support—it starts with us, every step, every paw! ❤️💙
Douglas High School will be hosting a track meet this Wednesday and Thursday (April 15th & 16th). With increased traffic in the area, delays may occur during student pick-up on Logsdon Lane.
We appreciate your patience and flexibility as we work through the added traffic and keep our students safe.
Thank you for your continued support—it starts with us, every step, every paw! ❤️💙
🔥🐾 DON’T MISS IT, BEARPAWS! TOMORROW IS THE DEADLINE🐾🔥
📚 Yearbooks are on sale NOW!
💲 $20 each
⏰ Order by TOMORROW, April 8, 2026⚠️ No extras sold later—this is your shot!
📲 Grab yours using the QR code or send in your order form ASAP!
Let’s lock in the memories…
🐾 Every Step, Every Paw.
Today we celebrate our incredible paraprofessionals at DPS! 🐾
Our paras are the heart behind so many student successes—supporting, encouraging, and stepping in wherever needed to make a difference for kids every single day.
From small groups to one-on-one support to keeping our classrooms running strong, they truly live out what it means to be a Bearpaw: It starts with us—every step, every paw.
If you see a paraprofessional today, take a moment to say THANK YOU—they deserve it and so much more!
#DPSBearpaws #EveryStudentEveryDay #ItStartsWithUs
Our paras are the heart behind so many student successes—supporting, encouraging, and stepping in wherever needed to make a difference for kids every single day.
From small groups to one-on-one support to keeping our classrooms running strong, they truly live out what it means to be a Bearpaw: It starts with us—every step, every paw.
If you see a paraprofessional today, take a moment to say THANK YOU—they deserve it and so much more!
#DPSBearpaws #EveryStudentEveryDay #ItStartsWithUs
🔥🐾 DON’T MISS IT, BEARPAWS! 🐾🔥
This year = unforgettable.
First year as the Bearpaws.
So many moments you’ll want to keep forever… ❤️💙
📚 Yearbooks are on sale NOW!
💲 $20 each
⏰ Order by April 8, 2026
⚠️ No extras sold later—this is your shot!
📲 Grab yours using the QR code or send in your order form ASAP!
Let’s lock in the memories…
🐾 Every Step, Every Paw.
This year = unforgettable.
First year as the Bearpaws.
So many moments you’ll want to keep forever… ❤️💙
📚 Yearbooks are on sale NOW!
💲 $20 each
⏰ Order by April 8, 2026
⚠️ No extras sold later—this is your shot!
📲 Grab yours using the QR code or send in your order form ASAP!
Let’s lock in the memories…
🐾 Every Step, Every Paw.
📢 DPS Reminder for Thursday, March 12
Just a quick reminder for our Bearpaws families that Thursday, March 12 will be an Early Release Day for students at 12:50 PM. Please plan accordingly for pick-up and after-school arrangements.
📸 Class Picture Orders Due Tomorrow
Tomorrow is also the final day to submit orders for class pictures. If you would like to purchase a class photo, please make sure your order is submitted by the end of the day tomorrow.
You can place your order quickly using the attached QR code.
Thank you for your continued support of Douglas Primary School! 🐾
#DPSBearpaws #BearpawPride
Just a quick reminder for our Bearpaws families that Thursday, March 12 will be an Early Release Day for students at 12:50 PM. Please plan accordingly for pick-up and after-school arrangements.
📸 Class Picture Orders Due Tomorrow
Tomorrow is also the final day to submit orders for class pictures. If you would like to purchase a class photo, please make sure your order is submitted by the end of the day tomorrow.
You can place your order quickly using the attached QR code.
Thank you for your continued support of Douglas Primary School! 🐾
#DPSBearpaws #BearpawPride
📣 DPS Families – We Need Your Feedback! 📣
As we continue our Logsdon Lane drop-off and pick-up trial, we would love to hear from our parents and families about how things have been going.
Your feedback will help us better understand what is working well, what challenges may still exist, and whether this system could be a long-term solution for Douglas Primary School.
Please take a few minutes to complete our short questionnaire. Your input is incredibly valuable as we continue evaluating this process.
✅ Use the link below
📱 Or scan the QR code to access the survey
https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=DpKa-vM81EqiMTycqx2txPClQp7XTlxBrx19LfjCdqVUQTRZNTlSTjE1SVE2Uk5BTUFSQjFROVhHNy4u&route=shorturl
Thank you for partnering with us and helping us make the best decisions for our students, families, and community.
🐾 Together — every step, every paw.
— Mr. Rickabaugh
As we continue our Logsdon Lane drop-off and pick-up trial, we would love to hear from our parents and families about how things have been going.
Your feedback will help us better understand what is working well, what challenges may still exist, and whether this system could be a long-term solution for Douglas Primary School.
Please take a few minutes to complete our short questionnaire. Your input is incredibly valuable as we continue evaluating this process.
✅ Use the link below
📱 Or scan the QR code to access the survey
https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=DpKa-vM81EqiMTycqx2txPClQp7XTlxBrx19LfjCdqVUQTRZNTlSTjE1SVE2Uk5BTUFSQjFROVhHNy4u&route=shorturl
Thank you for partnering with us and helping us make the best decisions for our students, families, and community.
🐾 Together — every step, every paw.
— Mr. Rickabaugh
