Hello! We are excited to start the preschool school year! If your child attends the morning class there is a time change. Morning preschool class will be 7:45 am to 11:15 am. This will allow for more time for transportation between classes. Thank you! 😊
What is new this year?
➡️ New laptops: HP Fortis Flip G1m 11" Chromebook. You can order your own case or rechargeable stylus pen (it has a charging port on the laptop). Computer insurance is ENCOURAGED for all K-12 students!
➡️ New school day: The regular school day is now 8 AM - 3:35 PM, with early outs on Fridays at 3:10 PM.
➡️ New behavior model: Boys Town. Expectations and language will be shared out at the open house at 5:30 PM by our Dean of Students, Mr. Nash. Please make sure to attend so your child can take their laptop home!
➡️ New student drop off for parents or students walking: MAIN ENTRY (west side of the school by the flagpole). We are working with the city to get a FLASHING CROSSWALK here in the upcoming weeks. Buses will drop off at the GYM ENTRY. Please avoid using the gym entry for drop offs! Bus pick up will still be at the elementary doors. K-5 students will go to the cafeteria for breakfast or to the gym where they will be supervised. PLEASE DO NOT HAVE YOUR CHILDREN AT THE SCHOOL BEFORE 7:45 AM when staff are in the building.
➡️ Mrs. Kroeger's class will be in the elementary library & Ms. McKenzie's in Mrs. O'Neal's room until the CTE building project is complete!
➡️ Junior high sports' practices: held at the end of the day this year! Transportation is NOT provided after practice, which will end around 4 PM.
➡️ Locker room doors require a fob to open! This means that students will not have access to the locker rooms outside of classroom time. If you don't have a PE class or are not in a sport, you should NOT be in the locker rooms! ABSOLUTELY NO TECHNOLOGY IN THE LOCKER ROOMS, INCL. LAPTOPS & PHONES!
➡️ HOSA Chapter: Health Occupation Students of America. With the growing number of students interested in healthcare, Ms. McKenzie will be starting a HOSA chapter at Deshler! There will be an organizational meeting at the start of the year, with the cost to join at $30/member.
➡️ Drone Certification: Mrs. Dunlap is teaching a drone certification class that is scheduled to last for the entire year with the goal of certification by December 2026.
➡️ HLTH 1020: Concepts in Health - This is a dual credit introductory health class for those interested in healthcare. It will be taught by Ms. McKenzie...sign up by THIS FRIDAY if you are interested.
➡️ Locker Placement. The 6th grade lockers will be between the library & Mrs. Moeller's room as these students will not take their laptops home the first semester...they will check them into the library - right across from their lockers! Mr. Brenn's "office" is here & you will have him for PE at the end of the day as well!
➡️ REDUCED = FREE when we are talking free & reduced lunch forms! You are encouraged to fill these out for several reasons...one of which includes your child qualifying for the ACE scholarship for dual credit classes & beyond.
See you TUESDAY at the open house from 5-7 PM! We are excited to have you back in the building!
Read more here: https://www.deshlerpublicschools.org/article/2322997
➡️ New laptops: HP Fortis Flip G1m 11" Chromebook. You can order your own case or rechargeable stylus pen (it has a charging port on the laptop). Computer insurance is ENCOURAGED for all K-12 students!
➡️ New school day: The regular school day is now 8 AM - 3:35 PM, with early outs on Fridays at 3:10 PM.
➡️ New behavior model: Boys Town. Expectations and language will be shared out at the open house at 5:30 PM by our Dean of Students, Mr. Nash. Please make sure to attend so your child can take their laptop home!
➡️ New student drop off for parents or students walking: MAIN ENTRY (west side of the school by the flagpole). We are working with the city to get a FLASHING CROSSWALK here in the upcoming weeks. Buses will drop off at the GYM ENTRY. Please avoid using the gym entry for drop offs! Bus pick up will still be at the elementary doors. K-5 students will go to the cafeteria for breakfast or to the gym where they will be supervised. PLEASE DO NOT HAVE YOUR CHILDREN AT THE SCHOOL BEFORE 7:45 AM when staff are in the building.
➡️ Mrs. Kroeger's class will be in the elementary library & Ms. McKenzie's in Mrs. O'Neal's room until the CTE building project is complete!
➡️ Junior high sports' practices: held at the end of the day this year! Transportation is NOT provided after practice, which will end around 4 PM.
➡️ Locker room doors require a fob to open! This means that students will not have access to the locker rooms outside of classroom time. If you don't have a PE class or are not in a sport, you should NOT be in the locker rooms! ABSOLUTELY NO TECHNOLOGY IN THE LOCKER ROOMS, INCL. LAPTOPS & PHONES!
➡️ HOSA Chapter: Health Occupation Students of America. With the growing number of students interested in healthcare, Ms. McKenzie will be starting a HOSA chapter at Deshler! There will be an organizational meeting at the start of the year, with the cost to join at $30/member.
➡️ Drone Certification: Mrs. Dunlap is teaching a drone certification class that is scheduled to last for the entire year with the goal of certification by December 2026.
➡️ HLTH 1020: Concepts in Health - This is a dual credit introductory health class for those interested in healthcare. It will be taught by Ms. McKenzie...sign up by THIS FRIDAY if you are interested.
➡️ Locker Placement. The 6th grade lockers will be between the library & Mrs. Moeller's room as these students will not take their laptops home the first semester...they will check them into the library - right across from their lockers! Mr. Brenn's "office" is here & you will have him for PE at the end of the day as well!
➡️ REDUCED = FREE when we are talking free & reduced lunch forms! You are encouraged to fill these out for several reasons...one of which includes your child qualifying for the ACE scholarship for dual credit classes & beyond.
See you TUESDAY at the open house from 5-7 PM! We are excited to have you back in the building!
Read more here: https://www.deshlerpublicschools.org/article/2322997
Please get those online forms SIGNED! Having issues? In most cases, it is coming from INCORRECT PASSWORDS. Please use the button "Forgot Username and Password" at the bottom of the login box. It will allow you to change and reset your password.
NOTE: You may have to switch the tab at the top to username/password. It looks like some have tried to use the "Forgot.." prompt, and then click on Create New Account - you do NOT want to do that!
QUESTIONS? Please email Mrs. O'Neal at jami.oneal@deshlerdragons.org...but we need handbooks signed BEFORE practices begin on Monday!
REMINDER: Incoming Kinder & 7th graders, we need to have your updated immunization forms / waivers.
MORE INFORMATION AT: https://www.deshlerpublicschools.org/article/2322997
NOTE: You may have to switch the tab at the top to username/password. It looks like some have tried to use the "Forgot.." prompt, and then click on Create New Account - you do NOT want to do that!
QUESTIONS? Please email Mrs. O'Neal at jami.oneal@deshlerdragons.org...but we need handbooks signed BEFORE practices begin on Monday!
REMINDER: Incoming Kinder & 7th graders, we need to have your updated immunization forms / waivers.
MORE INFORMATION AT: https://www.deshlerpublicschools.org/article/2322997
📕 TAKING DUAL CREDIT?
➡️ CHECK THAT YOU ARE REGISTERED ON https://thehub.southeast.edu
➡️ CHECK THAT YOU HAVE ORDERED THE BOOK(S) YOU NEED
➡️ Make sure you pay your tuition EARLY (REMINDER: DPS pays for 10 credits of DUAL CREDIT ENGLISH / MATH , typically for our seniors!)
NOTE: All drop & adds should be done EARLY to avoid additional fees!
➡️ CHECK THAT YOU ARE REGISTERED ON https://thehub.southeast.edu
➡️ CHECK THAT YOU HAVE ORDERED THE BOOK(S) YOU NEED
➡️ Make sure you pay your tuition EARLY (REMINDER: DPS pays for 10 credits of DUAL CREDIT ENGLISH / MATH , typically for our seniors!)
NOTE: All drop & adds should be done EARLY to avoid additional fees!
We apologize for the earlier issue of PowerSchool being down so you couldn't get online forms taken care of...but it is back up & we are asking you to
PLEASE COMPLETE YOUR ONLINE FORMS!
https://www.deshlerpublicschools.org/article/2322997
PLEASE COMPLETE YOUR ONLINE FORMS!
https://www.deshlerpublicschools.org/article/2322997
📣 Meet Your 2026-2027 Deshler FFA Officers! 👋
Today we're featuring senior Landyn Tuma, our President!
One chapter. One team. One year of leadership and growth ahead. 🔷🟨
Today we're featuring senior Landyn Tuma, our President!
One chapter. One team. One year of leadership and growth ahead. 🔷🟨
NEW COURSE THIS FALL / SCHOOL YEAR: Drone Certification!
This hands-on drone certification course is designed to build the knowledge, skills, and confidence needed to operate drones safely and professionally. Students begin by learning the fundamentals of drone operation, aviation safety, flight regulations, pre-flight inspections, and emergency procedures.
Before advancing to certification, participants develop their piloting skills through a series of practical flight exercises. These include navigating drones through hula hoops, obstacle courses, and maze-style flight paths that improve precision, control, spatial awareness, and maneuvering techniques. These exercises are designed to simulate real-world flying conditions while helping students master safe and accurate drone operation.
Upon successfully completing the flight training and demonstrating proficiency in both practical skills and aviation knowledge, students will be prepared to earn their drone certification and aviation license, qualifying them to operate drones in accordance with applicable aviation regulations.
This course emphasizes safety, precision, and responsible drone operation, providing students with a strong foundation for recreational, commercial, or educational drone applications.
This hands-on drone certification course is designed to build the knowledge, skills, and confidence needed to operate drones safely and professionally. Students begin by learning the fundamentals of drone operation, aviation safety, flight regulations, pre-flight inspections, and emergency procedures.
Before advancing to certification, participants develop their piloting skills through a series of practical flight exercises. These include navigating drones through hula hoops, obstacle courses, and maze-style flight paths that improve precision, control, spatial awareness, and maneuvering techniques. These exercises are designed to simulate real-world flying conditions while helping students master safe and accurate drone operation.
Upon successfully completing the flight training and demonstrating proficiency in both practical skills and aviation knowledge, students will be prepared to earn their drone certification and aviation license, qualifying them to operate drones in accordance with applicable aviation regulations.
This course emphasizes safety, precision, and responsible drone operation, providing students with a strong foundation for recreational, commercial, or educational drone applications.
WED, AUG 5TH: NEW STUDENT REGISTRATION DAY! This is also a great time to come in if you want to make changes to your schedule or get help getting signed up for a dual credit class! 9 am - 3 pm with the counselors on site!
CHANGES IN DROP OFF:
🛑 PARENT DROP OFF: Main entry doors for K-12, preschool for PreK
🚌 BUS DROP OFF: Gym entry doors for K-12
K-12 pick up will remain in the same place ➡️ ELEMENTARY DOORS
PARENTS: Please do NOT drop off at the gym doors this year! Students walking or being dropped off should come through the MAIN ENTRY (by the flag pole) to allow safe drop off procedures for our busses.
⛔️ There will NOT be anyone at the elementary doors to let students in to help us focus on ONE place for entry into the school & to provide an indoor area for students to gather or eat breakfast!
We can't wait to see you NEXT Tuesday from 5-7 PM at our Open House! All 6-12 parents should plan to attend the presentation in the gym at 5:30 PM. All seniors & parents should plan to attend the counselor presentation at 4:30 PM in Mrs. Norder's room.
🛑 PARENT DROP OFF: Main entry doors for K-12, preschool for PreK
🚌 BUS DROP OFF: Gym entry doors for K-12
K-12 pick up will remain in the same place ➡️ ELEMENTARY DOORS
PARENTS: Please do NOT drop off at the gym doors this year! Students walking or being dropped off should come through the MAIN ENTRY (by the flag pole) to allow safe drop off procedures for our busses.
⛔️ There will NOT be anyone at the elementary doors to let students in to help us focus on ONE place for entry into the school & to provide an indoor area for students to gather or eat breakfast!
We can't wait to see you NEXT Tuesday from 5-7 PM at our Open House! All 6-12 parents should plan to attend the presentation in the gym at 5:30 PM. All seniors & parents should plan to attend the counselor presentation at 4:30 PM in Mrs. Norder's room.
📣 Meet Your 2026-2027 Deshler FFA Officers! 👋
Today we're featuring senior Danica O'Neal, our Vice President!
One chapter. One team. One year of leadership and growth ahead. 🔷🟨
Today we're featuring senior Danica O'Neal, our Vice President!
One chapter. One team. One year of leadership and growth ahead. 🔷🟨
Good news! The school eCollect forms should be back up and working… Sorry for the inconvenience! Please get them filled out today if possible! ✏️
HELP NEEDED: We are in need of activity drivers, especially for FFA all day events! We also need sub route drivers. Pay is $46.50 per route and $18.50 per hour for driving activities. DPS will pay for your certification and physical - please reach out to Mrs. Epley at dana.epley@deshlerdragons.org if you can help!
📣 Meet Your 2026-2027 Deshler FFA Officers! 👋
Today we're featuring senior Chloe Fangmeyer, our Secretary!
One chapter. One team. One year of leadership and growth ahead. 🔷🟨
Today we're featuring senior Chloe Fangmeyer, our Secretary!
One chapter. One team. One year of leadership and growth ahead. 🔷🟨
PARKING SITUATION: It's fair week! AND it's also the week of the roofing project & continued work on our CTE building project at DPS!
PLEASE DO NOT PARK ON THE SCHOOL SIDE OF THE STREET or in parking areas on the EAST SIDE so that the construction equipment can access our building. You are welcome to use the student parking lot!
Sorry for the inconvenience!
PLEASE DO NOT PARK ON THE SCHOOL SIDE OF THE STREET or in parking areas on the EAST SIDE so that the construction equipment can access our building. You are welcome to use the student parking lot!
Sorry for the inconvenience!
📣 Meet Your 2026-2027 Deshler FFA Officers! 👋
Today we're featuring junior Makenna Freitag, our Treasurer!
One chapter. One team. One year of leadership and growth ahead. 🔷🟨
Today we're featuring junior Makenna Freitag, our Treasurer!
One chapter. One team. One year of leadership and growth ahead. 🔷🟨
The football apparel store is BACK OPEN for 3 more days!! If you missed the deadline or need something else, here ya go!
Shop here: https://stores.inksoft.com/WS138008/shop/home
FRI, AUG 21ST: VB & FB Scrimmages with Meal Deal by the Booster Club...mark your calendars & buy your activity passes BEFORE the seasons begin!
Don't forget to bring your GATORADE for admission to the games!
Don't forget to bring your GATORADE for admission to the games!
📣 Meet Your 2026-2027 Deshler FFA Officers! 👋
Today we're featuring junior Tanner Bauer, our Reporter!
One chapter. One team. One year of leadership and growth ahead. 🔷🟨
Today we're featuring junior Tanner Bauer, our Reporter!
One chapter. One team. One year of leadership and growth ahead. 🔷🟨
📣 Meet Your 2026-2027 Deshler FFA Officers! 👋
Today we're featuring senior Brooklynn Wit, our Sentinel!
One chapter. One team. One year of leadership and growth ahead. 🔷🟨
Today we're featuring senior Brooklynn Wit, our Sentinel!
One chapter. One team. One year of leadership and growth ahead. 🔷🟨
HS marching band practice starts on MON, JUL 27TH at 6 PM in the music room! We are excited to watch this bunch perform in their NEW UNIFORMS at the Thayer County Fair Parade on Wed., Aug. 5th at 6 PM!
Please let Mr. Mohlman know ASAP if you are not able to be at practice all of this week & next Mon/Tue at 6 PM!
Please let Mr. Mohlman know ASAP if you are not able to be at practice all of this week & next Mon/Tue at 6 PM!
