2010- DILLARD DRIVE DRAGON BASEBALL TRYOUT DATE TBA
Tryouts on Saturday have been canceled. The new date of tryouts will be announced soon!

ATTENTION BASKETBALL PARENTS

Basketball parents are needed to work concessions for home games. Two parents per home game: one to work boys game (preferably a Girls' Basketball parent) and one parent to work the Girls' home game (preferably a Boys' Basketball parent.) Please contact Sharon Thomas ASAP to volunteer: sharonszoo@... or 805-0565. Thank you!

WINTER WONDERLAND BOOK FAIR

JOIN US AT THE SCHOLASTIC "READING WONDERLAND" BOOK FAIR AND GET SOME HOLIDAY SHOPPING DONE! Please don't forget that our Scholastic Book Fair will be open all this week `til the 11th.  We will be open daily from 7:45 am to 3:30 pm.  You may pay with cash, checks (made out to DDMS PTA), debit card, Visa, MasterCard, Discover and American Express. Remember that all sales are sales tax exempt. Your child will visit the Book Fair with his/her Language Arts teacher. The schedule is as follows:

·         Wednesday 12/9 - Dolphins (Bowden), Mrs. Olson, Mrs. Gervais, & Mrs. Brownell

·         Thursday 12/10 - Pandas, Lizards, Rhinos

·         Friday 12/11 – Open

There are a few Teacher Wish Lists available here: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/DillardInfo/files/   or here: http://www.dillarddrivemiddle.com/popup_info.cfm?story=2546 .

CANNED FOOD DRIVE

The National Junior Honor Society and Student Council are sponsoring a Canned Food Drive. We will also accept gift cards from Lowe's Foods, Harris Teeter and Food Lion. The food drive will run until THIS FRIDAY,  December 11, 2009. Proceeds will go to needy families and The Food Bank of Central & Eastern North Carolina. The winning team with the most canned food items will receive a pizza party. Please contact Michelle Smith, Leigh Owens or Stephanie Eason for any questions: msmith19@..., lowens2@..., season1@... .

2010- DILLARD DRIVE DRAGON BASEBALL TRYOUTS-RESCHEDULED
Dillard Drive is one of 16 schools that offer club baseball competing each spring in the Wake County Middle School Baseball League.  
Tryouts are for any 6th, 7th and 8th grade student.  To be eligible you must be in good academic standing, proof of physical within the past year, display good Sportsmanship and demonstrate a strong work ethic.  Most participants will have organized baseball experience.
Tryouts this year will be held on Saturday, December 12th, from 12:00pm - 4:00pm, at the North Garner Middle School Baseball Field.  The field is located behind the school with parking lot access from Avery Street.  All 7th and 8th graders will tryout from 12:00pm - 2:00pm. All 6th graders will have tryouts from 2:00pm-4:00pm.  Some 7th graders may be asked to stay for the 2:00pm-4:00pm tryout.
Two teams are selected each year.  The JV team will be a combination of 6th and 7th graders, while the Varsity will consist of mostly 8th graders and some 7th graders.  The season starts in February with Games beginning in early March.  The JV team will have at least 13 games playing on Wednesday and weekends.  The Varsity team will have at least 14 games this year, which are played on Monday and Thursdays.  The approximate cost to play is $260 per player. If you have any questions please contact Joe Gizzi at jagizzi@...  or 919-454-7980.

MONDAY IS SPIRIT DAY

Every home game day is Spirit Day! Wear blue and gold to school and paint your car windows on home game days! HOME GAME TOMORROW! (See calendar below for more dates.)

HOME BASKETBALL GAMES MONDAY

Come out and support Dragon Basketball at their first home games of the season! The games against Ligon start at 3:45pm and tickets are $4 or you can purchase a Sports Pass. Click here for more info on sports passes:  http://www.dillarddrivemiddle.com/athletics.cfm  or see below.

SPORTS PASSES – PRORATED PRICE CHANGE

Basketball season begins next week and our first home game is Monday, Dec. 7^th. Tickets for home game admission are $4, save money and buy a Sports Pass! Don't delay, get yours today! (There are 22 home games remaining: 22 X 4 = $88)

Make checks payable to DDMS DBC. You can buy at the door at home games or send your check along with your name, address, phone, email and family names to Maria Stone, 101 Bronzewood Ct., Cary, NC 27518 and enclose a self-addressed stamped envelope. Sports passes will be mailed to you ASAP. You can also download the form here: http://www.dillarddrivemiddle.com/athletics.cfm  and mail in with your payment.  Questions: mstone1234@... .

WINTER WONDERLAND BOOK FAIR NEXT WEEK

JOIN US AT THE SCHOLASTIC "READING WONDERLAND" BOOK FAIR AND GET SOME HOLIDAY SHOPPING DONE! Please don't forget that our Scholastic Book Fair will be open all of next week Dec 7th to 11th.  We will be open daily from 7:45 am to 3:30 pm.  For special shopping hours we will also be open Monday evening until 6pm (basketball game) and Tuesday night from 6:30 – 8:00 pm (strings concert).  You may pay with cash, checks (made out to DDMS PTA), debit card, Visa, MasterCard, Discover and American Express. Remember that all sales are sales tax exempt.

Your child will visit the Book Fair with his/her Language Arts teacher. The schedule is as follows:

·         Monday 12/7 - Eagles, Roadrunners, Falcons, Mr. Glende, Mrs. Simmons, & Mrs. J. Smith

·         Tuesday 12/8 - Orcas, Sharks, Dolphins (Lyna & East), & Mrs. Gilliam

·         Wednesday 12/9 - Dolphins (Bowden), Mrs. Olson, Mrs. Gervais, & Mrs. Brownell

·         Thursday 12/10 - Pandas, Lizards, Rhinos

·         Friday 12/11 – Open

Check the school web site for Teacher Wish Lists this weekend: www.dillarddrivemiddle.com .

BOOK FAIR NEEDS YOUR HELP

The Media Center is in need of decorations for our "Winter Wonderland" Book Fair.  If you have any of the following items that we can borrow from Dec. 2-11, please send or bring them in labeled and we will return on Dec. 11th.

·         white tree (small or large)

·         white stuffed animals

·         large snowman

·         winter themed objects

For questions on decorations, call Felecia Washington @ 854.1613.

RUCKUS PIZZA FAMILY DAYS

Join your DDMS friends, family & neighbors for some great food & fun! On either Monday, December 7 or Tuesday, December 8 at the Ruckus Pizza in Tryon Village, dine in or carry out & a portion of your sale will help support Dillard Drive Middle.  Watch for the flyer to come home later this week or print it out from the school website: http://www.dillarddrivemiddle.com/webpages/ppta/fundraisers.cfm?subpage=199330 .  Check out their menu at www.ruckuspizza.com .

HOSPITALITY COMMITTEE REQUESTING HELP

Let us know if you can help by contributing an item that is listed or by volunteering your time:

Dec. 9- Holiday Treats: treats for our Staff to show our appreciation over the Holiday season. We will need:

·         hors d'oeuvres and/or appetizers, such as dips, fruit and cheese, etc...

·         snacks, such as Chex Mix, trail mix, etc..

·         desserts, such as cookies, cakes, bars, candy, etc...

·         bottled water

·         gift items or gift cards to raffle

·         need a few helpers this day to accept the items and help with set up and clean up.

 We will be accepting contributions at the car pool line. Please be sure to put your name on any plates or containers that you need returned. Thank you in advance for your generosity.

Dillard Drive Middle Hospitality Committee, ddms-hosp@...
Donna Wells 854-6154
Suzanne Johnson 832-2483

CANNED FOOD DRIVE

The National Junior Honor Society and Student Council are sponsoring a Canned Food Drive. We will also accept gift cards from Lowe's Foods, Harris Teeter and Food Lion. The food drive will run until December 11, 2009. Proceeds will go to needy families and The Food Bank of Central & Eastern North Carolina. The winning team with the most canned food items will receive a pizza party. Please contact Michelle Smith, Leigh Owens or Stephanie Eason for any questions: msmith19@..., lowens2@..., season1@...

2010- DILLARD DRIVE DRAGON BASEBALL TRYOUTS-RESCHEDULED
Dillard Drive is one of 16 schools that offer club baseball competing each spring in the Wake County Middle School Baseball League.  
Tryouts are for any 6th, 7th and 8th grade student.  To be eligible you must be in good academic standing, proof of physical within the past year, display good Sportsmanship and demonstrate a strong work ethic.  Most participants will have organized baseball experience.
Tryouts this year will be held on Saturday, December 12th, from 12:00pm - 4:00pm, at the North Garner Middle School Baseball Field.  The field is located behind the school with parking lot access from Avery Street.  All 7th and 8th graders will tryout from 12:00pm - 2:00pm. All 6th graders will have tryouts from 2:00pm-4:00pm.  Some 7th graders may be asked to stay for the 2:00pm-4:00pm tryout.
Two teams are selected each year.  The JV team will be a combination of 6th and 7th graders, while the Varsity will consist of mostly 8th graders and some 7th graders.  The season starts in February with Games beginning in early March.  The JV team will have at least 13 games playing on Wednesday and weekends.  The Varsity team will have at least 14 games this year, which are played on Monday and Thursdays.  The approximate cost to play is $260 per player. If you have any questions please contact Joe Gizzi at jagizzi@...  or 919-454-7980.

SPORTS PASSES – PRORATED PRICE CHANGE

Basketball season begins next week and our first home game is Monday, Dec. 7^th. Tickets for home game admission are $4, save money and buy a Sports Pass! Don't delay, get yours today! (There are 22 home games remaining: 22 X 4 = $88)

Make checks payable to DDMS DBC. You can buy at the door at home games or send your check along with your name, address, phone, email and family names to Maria Stone, 101 Bronzewood Ct., Cary, NC 27518 and enclose a self-addressed stamped envelope. Sports passes will be mailed to you ASAP. You can also download the form here: http://www.dillarddrivemiddle.com/athletics.cfm  and mail in with your payment.  Questions: mstone1234@... .

ATTENTION BUSINESS OWNERS

Do you own a business? The DDMS Booster Club has advertising opportunities available. Dillard Middle will host over 30 home games this year – support Dillard Athletics, it's a WIN-WIN opportunity:  "When we all help one another, everybody wins!"

                                                **Benefactor Board under construction

For more information, contact Maria Stone @ 949-1554 or mstone1234@....

WINTER WONDERLAND BOOK FAIR NEXT WEEK

JOIN US AT THE SCHOLASTIC "READING WONDERLAND" BOOK FAIR AND GET SOME HOLIDAY SHOPPING DONE! Please don't forget that our Scholastic Book Fair will be open all of next week Dec 7th to 11th.  We will be open daily from 7:45 am to 3:30 pm.  For special shopping hours we will also be open Monday evening until 6pm (basketball game) and Tuesday night from 6:30 – 8:00 pm (strings concert).  You may pay with cash, checks (made out to DDMS PTA), debit card, Visa, MasterCard, Discover and American Express. Remember that all sales are sales tax exempt.

Your child will visit the Book Fair with his/her Language Arts teacher. The schedule is as follows:

·         Monday 12/7 - Eagles, Roadrunners, Falcons, Mr. Glende, Mrs. Simmons, & Mrs. J. Smith

·         Tuesday 12/8 - Orcas, Sharks, Dolphins (Lyna & East), & Mrs. Gilliam

·         Wednesday 12/9 - Dolphins (Bowden), Mrs. Olson, Mrs. Gervais, & Mrs. Brownell

·         Thursday 12/10 - Pandas, Lizards, Rhinos

·         Friday 12/11 – Open

Check the school web site for Teacher Wish Lists this weekend: www.dillarddrivemiddle.com .

BOOK FAIR NEEDS YOUR HELP

The Media Center is in need of decorations for our "Winter Wonderland" Book Fair.  If you have any of the following items that we can borrow from Dec. 2-11, please send or bring them in labeled and we will return on Dec. 11th.

·         white tree (small or large)

·         white stuffed animals

·         large snowman

·         winter themed objects

For questions on decorations, call Felecia Washington @ 854.1613.

RUCKUS PIZZA FAMILY DAYS

Join your DDMS friends, family & neighbors for some great food & fun! On either Monday, December 7 or Tuesday, December 8 at the Ruckus Pizza in Tryon Village, dine in or carry out & a portion of your sale will help support Dillard Drive Middle.  Watch for the flyer to come home later this week or print it out from the school website: http://www.dillarddrivemiddle.com/webpages/ppta/fundraisers.cfm?subpage=199330 .  Check out their menu at www.ruckuspizza.com .

BUY SPRIRITWEAR

Spiritwear will be for sale in the concession stand this Thursday & Friday, Dec. 3-4 before school. Get ready for the winter sports season with a new t-shirt or hoodie! They make great holiday gifts also.  Order forms are available on the website: http://www.dillarddrivemiddle.com/webpages/ppta/spirit_wear.cfm . Questions? Email Debbie Madia: dlmadia@... .

HOSPITALITY COMMITTEE REQUESTING HELP

Let us know if you can help by contributing an item that is listed or by volunteering your time:

Dec. 9- Holiday Treats : treats for our Staff to show our appreciation over the Holiday season. We will need:

·         hors d'oeuvres and/or appetizers, such as dips, fruit and cheese, etc...

·         snacks, such as Chex Mix, trail mix, etc..

·         desserts, such as cookies, cakes, bars, candy, etc...

·         bottled water

·         gift items or gift cards to raffle

·         need a few helpers this day to accept the items and help with set up and clean up.

 We will be accepting contributions at the car pool line. Please be sure to put your name on any plates or containers that you need returned. Thank you in advance for your generosity.

Dillard Drive Middle Hospitality Committee, ddms-hosp@...
Donna Wells 854-6154
Suzanne Johnson 832-2483

2010- DILLARD DRIVE DRAGON BASEBALL TRYOUTS-RESCHEDULED
Dillard Drive is one of 16 schools that offer club baseball competing each spring in the Wake County Middle School Baseball League.  
Tryouts are for any 6th, 7th and 8th grade student.  To be eligible you must be in good academic standing, proof of physical within the past year, display good Sportsmanship and demonstrate a strong work ethic.  Most participants will have organized baseball experience.
Tryouts this year will be held on Saturday, December 12th, from 12:00pm - 4:00pm, at the North Garner Middle School Baseball Field.  The field is located behind the school with parking lot access from Avery Street.  All 7th and 8th graders will tryout from 12:00pm - 2:00pm. All 6th graders will have tryouts from 2:00pm-4:00pm.  Some 7th graders may be asked to stay for the 2:00pm-4:00pm tryout.
Two teams are selected each year.  The JV team will be a combination of 6th and 7th graders, while the Varsity will consist of mostly 8th graders and some 7th graders.  The season starts in February with Games beginning in early March.  The JV team will have at least 13 games playing on Wednesday and weekends.  The Varsity team will have at least 14 games this year, which are played on Monday and Thursdays.  The approximate cost to play is $260 per player.
If you have any questions please contact Joe Gizzi at jagizzi@... or 919-454-7980.

RUCKUS PIZZA FAMILY DAYS

Join your DDMS friends, family & neighbors for some great food & fun! On either Monday, December 7 or Tuesday, December 8 at the Ruckus Pizza in Tryon Village, dine in or carry out & a portion of your sale will help support Dillard Drive Middle.  Watch for the flyer to come home later this week or print it out from the school website: http://www.dillarddrivemiddle.com/webpages/ppta/fundraisers.cfm?subpage=199330 .  Check out their menu at www.ruckuspizza.com .

BUY SPRIRITWEAR

Spiritwear will be for sale in the concession stand this Thursday & Friday, Dec. 3-4 before school. Get ready for the winter sports season with a new t-shirt or hoodie! They make great holiday gifts also.  Order forms are available on the website: http://www.dillarddrivemiddle.com/webpages/ppta/spirit_wear.cfm . Questions? Email Debbie Madia: dlmadia@... .

WINTER-WONDERLAND BOOK FAIR COMING

Do you love books and reading?  Then please consider helping out at the Dillard Drive Book Fair.  It will be running in the Media Center December 7 – 11th with set up on the 4th.  Please contact Louise O'Brien at theobriens@...  if you can help out. Two hour shifts between 8 and 3 would be greatly appreciated. In addition to volunteers, the Media Center is in need of decorations for our "Winter Wonderland" Book Fair.  If you have any of the following items that we can borrow from Dec. 2-11, please send or bring them in labeled and we will return on Dec. 11th.

·         white tree (small or large)

·         white stuffed animals

·         large snowman

·         winter themed objects

For questions on decorations, call Felecia Washington @ 854.1613.

HOSPITALITY COMMITTEE REQUESTING HELP

Let us know if you can help by contributing an item that is listed or by volunteering your time:

Dec. 9- Holiday Treats : treats for our Staff to show our appreciation over the Holiday season. We will need:

·         hors d'oeuvres and/or appetizers, such as dips, fruit and cheese, etc...

·         snacks, such as Chex Mix, trail mix, etc..

·         desserts, such as cookies, cakes, bars, candy, etc...

·         bottled water

·         gift items or gift cards to raffle

·         need a few helpers this day to accept the items and help with set up and clean up.

 We will be accepting contributions at the car pool line. Please be sure to put your name on any plates or containers that you need returned. Thank you in advance for your generosity.

Dillard Drive Middle Hospitality Committee, ddms-hosp@...
Donna Wells 854-6154
Suzanne Johnson 832-2483

CANNED FOOD DRIVE

The National Junior Honor Society and Student Council are sponsoring a Canned Food Drive. We will also accept gift cards from Lowe's Foods, Harris Teeter and Food Lion. The food drive will run until December 11, 2009. Proceeds will go to needy families and The Food Bank of Central & Eastern North Carolina. The winning team with the most canned food items will receive a pizza party. Please contact Michelle Smith, Leigh Owens or Stephanie Eason for any questions: msmith19@..., lowens2@..., season1@...

2010- DILLARD DRIVE DRAGON BASEBALL TRYOUTS
Dillard Drive is one of 16 schools that offer club baseball competing each spring in the Wake County Middle School Baseball League.  
Tryouts are for any 6th, 7th and 8th grade student.  To be eligible you must be in good academic standing, proof of physical within the past year, display good Sportsmanship and demonstrate a strong work ethic.  Most participants will have organized baseball experience.
Tryouts this year will be held on Saturday, December 5th, from 12:00pm - 4:00pm, at the North Garner Middle School Baseball Field.  The field is located behind the school with parking lot access from Avery Street.  All 7th and 8th graders will tryout from 12:00pm - 2:00pm. All 6th graders will have tryouts from 2:00pm-4:00pm.  Some 7th graders may be asked to stay for the 2:00pm-4:00pm tryout.
Two teams are selected each year.  The JV team will be a combination of 6th and 7th graders, while the Varsity will consist of mostly 8th graders and some 7th graders.  The season starts in February with Games beginning in early March.  The JV team will have at least 13 games playing on Wednesday and weekends.  The Varsity team will have at least 14 games this year, which are played on Monday and Thursdays.  The approximate cost to play is $260 per player.
If you have any questions please contact Joe Gizzi at jagizzi@... or 919-454-7980.

DRAGONS LACROSSE INFO
Register with the Dillard Dragons Lacrosse team today! Click here to download the registration form:  http://groups.yahoo.com/group/DillardInfo/files/  (you must sign into your Yahoo account first) or email Coach Scott Clark for a copy: s3wc@... . There will also be copies available in the front office and by the gym.

The Dragons are recognized as one of the best teams in the area over the past 3 years with several tournament wins across the state and they play against top private and public school teams.
Practices will begin in mid February with games starting in Mid March. Practices will average 3 days per week and will be M, W & F until games start in mid March. Then drop to 2 days per week. 
All 6th, 7th and 8th graders are eligible to participate on the team.  Registration is waived for all reduced lunch participants and equipment can be rented by the league or there is limited supply for some equipment from the coach. 
Please contact Scott Clark with any questions or for a registration form at s3wc@... . Go Dragons!

SHOPPING FOR THE HOLIDAYS? 

Go on line to www.boxtops4education.com/earn/marketplace/ and shop thru the BoxTops Marketplace.  All your favorite stores are there and all you have to do is click to Join Box Tops and follow some simple steps and start shopping.  A percentage of your sales will be credited to Dillard Drive Middle School.  It's simple and a great way to shop for the Holidays and help the school.    Happy Shopping!!!!!!! Questions? marschneid@... .

CAMPBELL'S LABELS FOR EDUCATION

Earn free labels for the school thru the Food Lion website. Click here to get started: http://lfechallenge.foodlion.com/ .  Each participant will earn 100 points for Dillard Middle initially and 50 extra points for each month they participate.  This is an easy way to help the school! Thank you and if you have any questions please e-mail marschneid@... .

BOOK FAIR COMING IN DECEMB ER

Do you love books and reading?  Then please consider helping out at the Dillard Drive Book Fair.  It will be running in the Media Center December 7 – 11th with set up on the 4th.  Please contact Louise O'Brien at theobriens@...  if you can help out, it would be greatly appreciated.

HOSPITALITY COMMITTEE REQUESTING HELP

 We have two events coming up in the next month. Please let us know if you can help at one of these events by contributing an item that is listed or by volunteering your time.

1.       Dec. 4- Book Fair Staff Preview:  we provide snacks for the staff to entice them to come to preview the book fair. We will need:

·         baked goods such as muffins, cookies, etc... or

·         any snack items that will hold up well on the buffet, as the staff will be coming throughout the day.

2.       Dec. 9- Holiday Treats: treats for our Staff to show our appreciation over the Holiday season. We will need:

·         hors d' oeuvres and/or appetizers, such as dips, fruit and cheese, etc...

·         snacks, such as Chex Mix, trail mix, etc..

·         desserts, such as cookies, cakes, bars, candy, etc...

·         6 gallons of apple cider

·         bottled water

·         gift items or gift cards to raffle

·         need a few helpers this day to accept the items and help with set up and clean up.

 For each event we will be accepting contributions at the car pool line. Please be sure to put your name on any plates or containers that you need returned. Thank you in advance for your generosity.

Dillard Drive Middle Hospitality Committee, ddms-hosp@...
Donna Wells 854-6154
Suzanne Johnson 832-2483

FALCON TEAM NEWS

Cornelia McDonald, inspirational author, dramatist, and speaker, is coming to Dillard Drive Middle tomorrow, Tuesday, November 24, 2009 at 10:40 a.m. and 12:15 p.m. in our Media Center. The Falcon team will hear Ms. McDonald dramatically read from her memoir, I Wanna Tell You My Story.  Ms. McDonald will answer audience questions and sign copies of her book.  This Harnett County child of sharecroppers has traveled all over the world and brings a message of hope and healing through the telling of her own story.  Parents are invited to attend and need only RSVP with their child's name and preferred time to djohnson@.... 

SCHOOL BUS SAFETY ACT

On December 1, 2009, the Nicholas Adkins School Bus Safety Act will take effect in North Carolina.
This act, signed into law by Governor Beverly Perdue in June, increases the penalty for those who strike and kill a child when they pass a stopped school bus. The new law is named for Nicholas Adkins, 16, of Stoneville, a student at McMichael High School in Mayodan. Adkins was killed in January when a driver did not stop for a school bus that had stopped and extended its stop arm.   
The Nicholas Adkins School Bus Safety Act adds two major provisions to existing law:

·         School districts will be authorized to mount cameras on their stop arms. Pictures from the cameras would be admissible as evidence in court.

·         Killing someone after running a school bus stop sign will now be a Class H felony, meaning that courts are more likely to assign jail time for such incidents.

STUDY ISLAND AT DDMS

Students now have access to the software program Study Island. This is a web-based program that reinforces the North Carolina Standard Course of Study in Math and Reading. Objectives that students are struggling with on Blue Diamond Assessments and classroom tests can be practiced from home in order to ensure long term mastery.  Mr. Bryant will be offering training sessions for parents that would like use this as a tutoring tool for their son or daughter. Students should know their username and password and can access the website by visiting www.studyisland.com.  For more information, call the office: 233-4228.

...TO SEE `COMIC BOOK ARTIST'

The Dragon Drama Club will perform the play "Comic Book Artist" this Thursday, November 12 and Friday, November 13 at 7 p.m. in the DDMS auditorium.  This show centers around a young man named Stanley with a dream of becoming a comic book artist.  Stanley never imagines that when his dream comes true, it will be more than just a dream; it will be his reality.  Tickets are $3 and are only available at the door. 
Come out and support the Dragaon Drama Club!

2010- DILLARD DRIVE DRAGON BASEBALL TRYOUTS
Dillard Drive is one of 16 schools that offer club baseball competing each spring in the Wake County Middle School Baseball League.  
Tryouts are for any 6th, 7th and 8th grade student.  To be eligible you must be in good academic standing, proof of physical within the past year, display good Sportsmanship and demonstrate a strong work ethic.  Most participants will have organized baseball experience.
Tryouts this year will be held on Saturday, December 5th, from 12:00pm - 4:00pm, at the North Garner Middle School Baseball Field.  The field is located behind the school with parking lot access from Avery Street.  All 7th and 8th graders will tryout from 12:00pm - 2:00pm.
All 6th graders will have tryouts from 2:00pm-4:00pm.  Some 7th graders may be asked to stay for the 2:00pm-4:00pm tryout.
Two teams are selected each year.  The JV team will be a combination of 6th and 7th graders, while the Varsity will consist of mostly 8th graders and some 7th graders.  The season starts in February with Games beginning in early March.  The JV team will have at least 13 games playing on Wednesday and weekends.  The Varsity team will have at least 14 games this year, which are played on Monday and Thursdays.  The approximate cost to play is $260 per player.
If you have any questions please contact Joe Gizzi at jagizzi@... or 919-454-7980.

DRAGONS LACROSSE INFO
The Dillard Dragons Lacrosse team will be conducting registration beginning Nov. 9th. Click here to download the registration form:  http://groups.yahoo.com/group/DillardInfo/files/  (you must sign into your Yahoo account first) or email Coach Scott Clark for a copy: s3wc@... . There will also be copies available in the front office and by the gym.

The Dragons are recognized as one of the best teams in the area over the past 3 years with several tournament wins across the state and they play against top private and public school teams.
Practices will begin in mid February with games starting in Mid March. Practices will average 3 days per week and will be M, W & F until games start in mid March. Then drop to 2 days per week. 
All 6th, 7th and 8th graders are eligible to participate on the team.  Registration is waived for all reduced lunch participants and equipment can be rented by the league or there is limited supply for some equipment from the coach. 
Please contact Scott Clark with any questions or for a registration form at s3wc@... . Go Dragons!

DRAGON DRAMA CLUB PRESENTS `COMIC BOOK ARTIST'

FAMILY MATH NIGHT – TONIGHT!

All are cordially invited to attend a fun evening of math and science activities in the Dillard Drive Middle School cafeteria tonight from 6:30pm-8:00pm.  RAMP-UP (Recognizing Accelerated Math Potential in Underrepresented People), a GE Foundation and National Science Foundation GK-12 Outreach Program at North Carolina State University, will host the activities in conjunction with teachers from Dillard Drive Middle School.  The intent of the Family Math Night is to experience math standards in action and strengthen the mathematical application, problem solving, and communication skills of students through the power of family interaction.  This night is also designed to help students reinforce the math skills necessary for success in middle school and beyond.

We encourage you to participate and support your student's academic growth by partaking in the Family Math Night.  We look forward to seeing you there!

GIRLS BASKETBALL TRY OUT INFO

Pre-Tryout Meetings:

·          Monday, Nov. 9th - 6th Grade Managers Meeting in the cafeteria during lunch.

·          Tuesday, Nov. 10th - 7th Grade Pre-Tryout Meeting in gym - 3:20 - 4:45 p.m.

·          Thursday, Nov. 12th - 8th Grade Pre-Tryout Meeting in gym - 3:20 - 4:45 p.m.

Tryouts:

·          Monday, Nov. 16th - 7th Grade Tryouts (All) in gym - 3:15 - 4:45 p.m.

·          Tuesday, Nov. 17th - 8th Grade Tryouts (All) in gym - 3:15 - 4:45 p.m.

·          Wednesday, Nov. 18th - 7th/8th Grade Tryouts (Last Name A-L) in gym - 3:15 - 4:45 p.m.

(If you are an 7th/8th grader trying out on Wednesday (last name A-L), you must arrange transportation for after your try out date.  Rides should be on campus at 5:00.)

·          Thursday, Nov. 19th - 7th/8th Grade Tryouts (Last Name M-Z) in gym - 3:15 - 4:45 p.m.

·          Friday, Nov. 20th - Tryout Finals (select students from each day) in gym - 3:15 - 5:45 p.m.

(NO ACTIVITY BUS ON WEDNESDAY OR FRIDAY – ALTERNATE TRANSPORTATION NEEDS TO BE ARRANGED)

Please bring the following with you to practice:

1) COMPLETED PHYSICAL for the 2009-10 school year   (if it isn't already on file with Mr. Jones) They can be given to the AD, Mr. Jones, anytime prior to the pre-tryout meeting.  If they don't get it turned in to Mr. Jones before the pre-tryout meeting, they can bring it to the meeting.  If they don't bring it to the meeting, they will not be allowed to participate. Click here to download a physical form:

http://www.dillardd rivemiddle. com/files/ 53159/WCPSS% 20Physical% 20Form.pdf  

2) Athletic shorts, t-shirt, and basketball shoes.

Try-outs will conclude in time for participants to ride the 5:00 activity bus. If you are a car rider, rides should be on campus at 5:00 to pick you up.  If you are asked to come back on Friday, November 20th for a second day of try-outs, there WILL NOT be an activity bus.  Alternate transportation needs to be arranged for 5:00 p.m. if you are asked to come back.   E-mail Coach Smith csmith5@... if you have any questions.

2010- DILLARD DRIVE DRAGON BASEBALL TRYOUTS
Dillard Drive is one of 16 schools that offer club baseball competing each spring in the Wake County Middle School Baseball League.  
Tryouts are for any 6th, 7th and 8th grade student.  To be eligible you must be in good academic standing, proof of physical within the past year, display good Sportsmanship and demonstrate a strong work ethic.  Most participants will have organized baseball experience.
Tryouts this year will be held on Saturday, December 5th, from 12:00pm - 4:00pm, at the North Garner Middle School Baseball Field.  The field is located behind the school with parking lot access from Avery Street.  All 7th and 8th graders will tryout from 12:00pm - 2:00pm.
All 6th graders will have tryouts from 2:00pm-4:00pm.  Some 7th graders may be asked to stay for the 2:00pm-4:00pm tryout.
Two teams are selected each year.  The JV team will be a combination of 6th and 7th graders, while the Varsity will consist of mostly 8th graders and some 7th graders.  The season starts in February with Games beginning in early March.  The JV team will have at least 13 games playing on Wednesday and weekends.  The Varsity team will have at least 14 games this year, which are played on Monday and Thursdays.  The approximate cost to play is $260 per player.
If you have any questions please contact Joe Gizzi at jagizzi@... or 919-454-7980. DRAGONS LACROSSE INFO
The Dillard Dragons Lacrosse team will be conducting registration beginning Nov. 9th. Click here to download the registration form:  http://groups.yahoo.com/group/DillardInfo/files/  (you must sign into your Yahoo account first) or email Coach Scott Clark for a copy: s3wc@... . There will also be copies available in the front office and by the gym.

The Dragons are recognized as one of the best teams in the area over the past 3 years with several tournament wins across the state and they play against top private and public school teams.
Practices will begin in mid February with games starting in Mid March. Practices will average 3 days per week and will be M, W & F until games start in mid March. Then drop to 2 days per week. 
All 6th, 7th and 8th graders are eligible to participate on the team.  Registration is waived for all reduced lunch participants and equipment can be rented by the league or there is limited supply for some equipment from the coach. 
Please contact Scott Clark with any questions or for a registration form at s3wc@... . Go Dragons!

BOYS BASKETBALL TRYOUT INFO

Pre-Tryout Meetings:

·         Monday, Nov. 9th - 6th Grade Managers Meeting in auditorium - 7:45 a.m.

·         Tuesday, Nov. 10th - 7th Grade Pre-Tryout Meeting in gym - 3:15 - 4:45 p.m.

·         Thursday, Nov. 12th - 8th Grade Pre-Tryout Meeting in gym - 3:15 - 4:45 p.m.

Tryouts: (Select students will be asked to come back on Friday for the final day of tryouts.)

·         Monday, Nov. 16th - 7th Grade Tryouts (Last Name A-L) in gym - 3:15 - 4:45 p.m.

·         Tuesday, Nov. 17th - 7th Grade Tryouts (Last Name M-Z) in gym - 3:15 - 4:45 p.m.

·         Wednesday, Nov. 18th - 8th Grade Tryouts (Last Name A-L) in gym - 3:15 - 4:45 p.m.

(If you are an 8th grader trying out on Wednesday (last name A-L), you must arrange transportation for after your try out date.  Rides should be on campus at 5:00.)

·         Thursday, Nov. 19th - 8th Grade Tryouts (Last Name M-Z) in gym - 3:15 - 4:45 p.m.

·         Friday, Nov. 20th - Tryout Finals (select students from each day) in gym - 3:15 - 5:45 p.m.

(NO ACTIVITY BUS ON WEDNESDAY OR FRIDAY – ALTERNATE TRANSPORTATION NEEDS TO BE ARRANGED)

Please bring the following with you to practice:

1) COMPLETED PHYSICAL for the 2009-10 school year  (if it isn't already on file with Mr. Jones) They can be given to the AD, Mr. Jones, anytime prior to the pre-tryout meeting.  If they don't get it turned in to Mr. Jones before the pre-tryout meeting, they can bring it to the meeting.  If they don't bring it to the meeting, they will not be allowed to participate. Click here to download a physical form:

http://www.dillarddrivemiddle.com/files/53159/WCPSS%20Physical%20Form.pdf 

2) Athletic shorts, shirt (tank tops are fine), and basketball shoes.

Try-outs will conclude in time for participants to ride the 5:00 activity bus. If you are a car rider, rides should be on campus at 5:00 to pick you up.  If you are asked to come back on Friday, November 20th for a second day of try-outs, there WILL NOT be an activity bus.  Alternate transportation needs to be arranged for 6:00 p.m. if you are asked to come back.  E-mail Coach Stafford CSTAFFORD@...  if you have any questions.

DRAGON DRAMA CLUB PRESENTS `COMIC BOOK ARTIST'

The Dragon Drama Club will perform the play "Comic Book Artist" this Thursday, November 12 and Friday, November 13 at 7 p.m. in the DDMS auditorium.  This show centers around a young man named Stanley with a dream of becoming a comic book artist.  Stanley never imagines that when his dream comes true, it will be more than just a dream; it will be his reality.  Tickets are $3 and are only available at the door. 
IT'S NOT TOO LATE TO ORDER YOUR YEARBOOK
Yearbooks are still available for purchase online at a limited time sale price of $30. Visit: http://jostensyearbooks.com?REF=A01097836 to order yours today!

CANNED FOOD DRIVE

The National Junior Honor Society and Student Council are sponsoring a Canned Food Drive. We will also accept gift cards from Lowe's Foods, Harris Teeter and Food Lion. The food drive will run until December 11, 2009. Proceeds will go to needy families and The Food Bank of Central & Eastern North Carolina. The winning team with the most canned food items will receive a pizza party. Please contact Michelle Smith, Leigh Owens or Stephanie Eason for any questions: msmith19@..., lowens2@..., season1@...

GET YOUR PICTURES IN THE YEARBOOK
The Yearbook Staff invites students and parents to submit photos for the yearbook. If you've got great photos of school and community events or you and your friends just having fun, we'd like to see them. Our photographers can't be everywhere. Help us get as many photos as possible to create a terrific book everyone will want to have.
Here is how you can submit photos online:

·         Go to: https://images.jostens.com/login.jsp?errorMessage=Please%20enter%20user%20name

·         If it does not automatically log you into the site, enter username : 400002370 and password: dragons

·         Browse to select the photo(s) you wish to upload

·         Enter information about the photo and provide contact information in case the staff needs additional information

·         Click "Save Details"
It's that easy! Submit your photos today! The last day to submit photos is 3/15/2010.
Toni Segool and the 2010 Yearbook Staff:  tsegool@....

STRINGS PROGRAM IN NEED OF CELLOS

It's a good problem to have – the DDMS Strings Program is very popular! However, strings teacher, Ms. Palma Steumpfle is in need of two or more cellos to accommodate students. Cellos and basses are large instruments that cannot be transported on buses and therefore students need to have one at home – usually a rental – and one at school. When there are more students than instruments, they must share an instrument at school. With budget cuts in the WCPSS, there is no money to purchase instruments. Perhaps you have an old cello at home or know someone who might?

Perhaps you would like to make a donation to our cause? If you can help in any way, please contact Ms. Steumpfle: pstuempfle@... .

GIRLS BASKETBALL TRY OUT INFO

Pre-Tryout Meetings:

·          Monday, Nov. 9th - 6th Grade Managers Meeting in the cafeteria during lunch - 7:45 a.m.

·          Tuesday, Nov. 10th - 7th Grade Pre-Tryout Meeting in gym - 3:20 - 4:45 p.m.

·          Thursday, Nov. 12th - 8th Grade Pre-Tryout Meeting in gym - 3:20 - 4:45 p.m.

Tryouts:

·          Monday, Nov. 16th - 7th Grade Tryouts (All) in gym - 3:15 - 4:45 p.m.

·          Tuesday, Nov. 17th - 8th Grade Tryouts (All) in gym - 3:15 - 4:45 p.m.

·          Wednesday, Nov. 18th - 7th/8th Grade Tryouts (Last Name A-L) in gym - 3:15 - 4:45 p.m.

(If you are an 7th/8th grader trying out on Wednesday (last name A-L), you must arrange transportation for after your try out date.  Rides should be on campus at 5:00.)

·          Thursday, Nov. 19th - 7th/8th Grade Tryouts (Last Name M-Z) in gym - 3:15 - 4:45 p.m.

·          Friday, Nov. 20th - Tryout Finals (select students from each day) in gym - 3:15 - 5:45 p.m.

(NO ACTIVITY BUS ON WEDNESDAY OR FRIDAY – ALTERNATE TRANSPORTATION NEEDS TO BE ARRANGED)

Please bring the following with you to practice:

1) COMPLETED PHYSICAL for the 2009-10 school year   (if it isn't already on file with Mr. Jones) They can be given to the AD, Mr. Jones, anytime prior to the pre-tryout meeting.  If they don't get it turned in to Mr. Jones before the pre-tryout meeting, they can bring it to the meeting.  If they don't bring it to the meeting, they will not be allowed to participate. Click here to download a physical form:

http://www.dillardd rivemiddle. com/files/ 53159/WCPSS% 20Physical% 20Form.pdf  

2) Athletic shorts, t-shirt, and basketball shoes.

Try-outs will conclude in time for participants to ride the 5:00 activity bus. If you are a car rider, rides should be on campus at 5:00 to pick you up.  If you are asked to come back on Friday, November 20th for a second day of try-outs, there WILL NOT be an activity bus.  Alternate transportation needs to be arranged for 5:00 p.m. if you are asked to come back.   E-mail Coach Smith csmith5@... if you have any questions.

DRAGONS LACROSSE INFO
The Dillard Dragons Lacrosse team will be conducting registration beginning Nov. 9th. Click here to download the registration form:  http://groups.yahoo.com/group/DillardInfo/files/  (you must sign into your Yahoo account first) or email Coach Scott Clark for a copy: s3wc@... . There will also be copies available in the front office and by the gym.

The Dragons are recognized as one of the best teams in the area over the past 3 years with several tournament wins across the state and they play against top private and public school teams.
Practices will begin in mid February with games starting in Mid March. Practices will average 3 days per week and will be M, W & F until games start in mid March. Then drop to 2 days per week. 
All 6th, 7th and 8th graders are eligible to participate on the team.  Registration is waived for all reduced lunch participants and equipment can be rented by the league or there is limited supply for some equipment from the coach. 
Please contact Scott Clark with any questions or for a registration form at s3wc@... . Go Dragons!

BOYS BASKETBALL TRYOUT INFO

Pre-Tryout Meetings:

·         Monday, Nov. 9th - 6th Grade Managers Meeting in auditorium - 7:45 a.m.

·         Tuesday, Nov. 10th - 7th Grade Pre-Tryout Meeting in gym - 3:15 - 4:45 p.m.

·         Thursday, Nov. 12th - 8th Grade Pre-Tryout Meeting in gym - 3:15 - 4:45 p.m.

Tryouts: (Select students will be asked to come back on Friday for the final day of tryouts.)

·         Monday, Nov. 16th - 7th Grade Tryouts (Last Name A-L) in gym - 3:15 - 4:45 p.m.

·         Tuesday, Nov. 17th - 7th Grade Tryouts (Last Name M-Z) in gym - 3:15 - 4:45 p.m.

·         Wednesday, Nov. 18th - 8th Grade Tryouts (Last Name A-L) in gym - 3:15 - 4:45 p.m.

(If you are an 8th grader trying out on Wednesday (last name A-L), you must arrange transportation for after your try out date.  Rides should be on campus at 5:00.)

·         Thursday, Nov. 19th - 8th Grade Tryouts (Last Name M-Z) in gym - 3:15 - 4:45 p.m.

·         Friday, Nov. 20th - Tryout Finals (select students from each day) in gym - 3:15 - 5:45 p.m.

(NO ACTIVITY BUS ON WEDNESDAY OR FRIDAY – ALTERNATE TRANSPORTATION NEEDS TO BE ARRANGED)

Please bring the following with you to practice:

1) COMPLETED PHYSICAL for the 2009-10 school year  (if it isn't already on file with Mr. Jones) They can be given to the AD, Mr. Jones, anytime prior to the pre-tryout meeting.  If they don't get it turned in to Mr. Jones before the pre-tryout meeting, they can bring it to the meeting.  If they don't bring it to the meeting, they will not be allowed to participate. Click here to download a physical form:

http://www.dillarddrivemiddle.com/files/53159/WCPSS%20Physical%20Form.pdf 

2) Athletic shorts, shirt (tank tops are fine), and basketball shoes.

Try-outs will conclude in time for participants to ride the 5:00 activity bus. If you are a car rider, rides should be on campus at 5:00 to pick you up.  If you are asked to come back on Friday, November 20th for a second day of try-outs, there WILL NOT be an activity bus.  Alternate transportation needs to be arranged for 6:00 p.m. if you are asked to come back.  E-mail Coach Stafford CSTAFFORD@...  if you have any questions.

FAMILY MATH NIGHT

All are cordially invited to attend a fun evening of math and science activities in the Dillard Drive Middle School cafeteria on Monday, November 9th from 6:30pm-8:00pm.  RAMP-UP (Recognizing Accelerated Math Potential in Underrepresented People), a GE Foundation and National Science Foundation GK-12 Outreach Program at North Carolina State University, will host the activities in conjunction with teachers from Dillard Drive Middle School.  The intent of the Family Math Night is to experience math standards in action and strengthen the mathematical application, problem solving, and communication skills of students through the power of family interaction.  This night is also designed to help students reinforce the math skills necessary for success in middle school and beyond.

We encourage you to participate and support your student's academic growth by partaking in the Family Math Night on Monday, November 9th starting at 6:30pm.  We look forward to seeing you there!

DRAGON DRAMA CLUB PRESENTS `COMIC BOOK ARTIST'

The Dragon Drama Club will perform the play "Comic Book Artist" on Thursday, November 12 and Friday, November 13 at 7 p.m. in the DDMS auditorium.  This show centers around a young man named Stanley with a dream of becoming a comic book artist.  Stanley never imagines that when his dream comes true, it will be more than just a dream; it will be his reality.  Tickets are $3 and are only available at the door. 
IT'S NOT TOO LATE TO ORDER YOUR YEARBOOK
Yearbooks are still available for purchase online at a limited time sale price of $30. Visit: http://jostensyearbooks.com?REF=A01097836 to order yours today!

CANNED FOOD DRIVE

The National Junior Honor Society and Student Council are sponsoring a Canned Food Drive. We will also accept gift cards from Lowe's Foods, Harris Teeter and Food Lion. The food drive will run until December 11, 2009. Proceeds will go to needy families and The Food Bank of Central & Eastern North Carolina. The winning team with the most canned food items will receive a pizza party. Please contact Michelle Smith, Leigh Owens or Stephanie Eason for any questions: msmith19@..., lowens2@..., season1@...

GET YOUR PICTURES IN THE YEARBOOK
The Yearbook Staff invites students and parents to submit photos for the yearbook. If you've got great photos of school and community events or you and your friends just having fun, we'd like to see them. Our photographers can't be everywhere. Help us get as many photos as possible to create a terrific book everyone will want to have.
Here is how you can submit photos online:

·         Go to: https://images.jostens.com/login.jsp?errorMessage=Please%20enter%20user%20name

·         If it does not automatically log you into the site, enter username : 400002370 and password: dragons

·         Browse to select the photo(s) you wish to upload

·         Enter information about the photo and provide contact information in case the staff needs additional information

·         Click "Save Details"
It's that easy! Submit your photos today! The last day to submit photos is 3/15/2010.
Toni Segool and the 2010 Yearbook Staff:  tsegool@....

STRINGS PROGRAM IN NEED OF CELLOS

It's a good problem to have – the DDMS Strings Program is very popular! However, strings teacher, Ms. Palma Steumpfle is in need of two or more cellos to accommodate students. Cellos and basses are large instruments that cannot be transported on buses and therefore students need to have one at home – usually a rental – and one at school. When there are more students than instruments, they must share an instrument at school. With budget cuts in the WCPSS, there is no money to purchase instruments. Perhaps you have an old cello at home or know someone who might?

Perhaps you would like to make a donation to our cause? If you can help in any way, please contact Ms. Steumpfle: pstuempfle@... .

REVEAL YOUR DRAGON COLORS:

Every home game day is Spirit Day! Wear blue and gold to school and paint your car windows on home game days! HOME GAME TOMORROW! (See calendar below for more dates.)

LAST HOME FOOTBALL GAME TOMORROW - CORRECTION

Come out and support Dragon Football at their last home game and final game of the season! The games start at 3:45pm and tickets are $2 or you can purchase a Sports Pass. Click here for more info on sports passes:  http://www.dillarddrivemiddle.com/files/news/BOOSTER%20CLUB%20AND%20SPORTS%20PASSES1.doc 

Due to Early Release tomorrow, the kids will go home at 2pm. Tickets are half price for the last home game of the season – just $2! There will be no activity buses running tomorrow due to Early Release.

BOYS BASKETBALL TRYOUT INFO

Pre-Tryout Meetings:

·         Monday, Nov. 9th - 6th Grade Managers Meeting in auditorium - 7:45 a.m.

·         Tuesday, Nov. 10th - 7th Grade Pre-Tryout Meeting in gym - 3:15 - 4:45 p.m.

·         Thursday, Nov. 12th - 8th Grade Pre-Tryout Meeting in gym - 3:15 - 4:45 p.m.

Tryouts: (Select students will be asked to come back on Friday for the final day of tryouts.)

·         Monday, Nov. 16th - 7th Grade Tryouts (Last Name A-L) in gym - 3:15 - 4:45 p.m.

·         Tuesday, Nov. 17th - 7th Grade Tryouts (Last Name M-Z) in gym - 3:15 - 4:45 p.m.

·         Wednesday, Nov. 18th - 8th Grade Tryouts (Last Name A-L) in gym - 3:15 - 4:45 p.m.

·         Thursday, Nov. 19th - 8th Grade Tryouts (Last Name M-Z) in gym - 3:15 - 4:45 p.m.

·         Friday, Nov. 20th - Tryout Finals (select students from each day) in gym - 3:15 - 5:45 p.m.

(NO ACTIVITY BUS ON FRIDAY – ALTERNATE TRANSPORTATION NEEDS TO BE ARRANGED)

Please bring the following with you to practice:

1) COMPLETED PHYSICAL for the 2009-10 school year  (if it isn't already on file with Mr. Jones) They can be given to the AD, Mr. Jones, anytime prior to the pre-tryout meeting.  If they don't get it turned in to Mr. Jones before the pre-tryout meeting, they can bring it to the meeting.  If they don't bring it to the meeting, they will not be allowed to participate. Click here to download a physical form:

http://www.dillarddrivemiddle.com/files/53159/WCPSS%20Physical%20Form.pdf 

2) Athletic shorts, shirt (tank tops are fine), and basketball shoes.

Try-outs will conclude in time for participants to ride the 5:00 activity bus. If you are a car rider, rides should be on campus at 5:00 to pick you up.  If you are asked to come back on Friday, November 20th for a second day of try-outs, there WILL NOT be an activity bus.  Alternate transportation needs to be arranged for 6:00 p.m. if you are asked to come back.  E-mail Coach Stafford CSTAFFORD@...  if you have any questions.

REVEAL YOUR DRAGON COLORS:

Every home game day is Spirit Day! Wear blue and gold to school and paint your car windows on home game days! HOME GAME TOMORROW! (See calendar below for more dates.)

LAST HOME FOOTBALL GAME TOMORROW!

Come out and support Dragon Football at their last home game and final game of the season! The games start at 3:45pm and tickets are $4 or you can purchase a Sports Pass. Click here for more info on sports passes:  http://www.dillarddrivemiddle.com/files/news/BOOSTER%20CLUB%20AND%20SPORTS%20PASSES1.doc 

(Please make arrangements prior to Thursday if your student is staying for the game. Your child will not be allowed to call home at 3pm on Thursday to ask permission to stay. Last year children missed their buses while waiting to use the office phone.)

Procedures after school are as follows: After the bell rings at 3pm, students staying for the game will remain in their bus room until 3:15pm when they will be dismissed to the field/gym. This gives them time to get their ticket and stop by the concession stand before the game begins at 3:45pm.

Activity buses are available to take students home after the game and will load at 4:45pm and leave the school at 5pm. Please check over the after school activity bus routes below.  If your stop is not there, you will need to make other arrangements for a ride home. Route 1: Sam's Club on South Saunders Street, South East Raleigh High School, Bugg Elementary School.  Route 2: Cary High School, Penny Road Elementary School, West Lake Middle School.

BASKETBALL TRYOUT INFO

Pre-Tryout Meetings:

·         Monday, Nov. 9th - 6th Grade Managers Meeting in auditorium - 7:45 a.m.

·         Tuesday, Nov. 10th - 7th Grade Pre-Tryout Meeting in gym - 3:15 - 4:45 p.m.

·         Thursday, Nov. 12th - 8th Grade Pre-Tryout Meeting in gym - 3:15 - 4:45 p.m.

Tryouts: (Select students will be asked to come back on Friday for the final day of tryouts.)

·         Monday, Nov. 16th - 7th Grade Tryouts (Last Name A-L) in gym - 3:15 - 4:45 p.m.

·         Tuesday, Nov. 17th - 7th Grade Tryouts (Last Name M-Z) in gym - 3:15 - 4:45 p.m.

·         Wednesday, Nov. 18th - 8th Grade Tryouts (Last Name A-L) in gym - 3:15 - 4:45 p.m.

·         Thursday, Nov. 19th - 8th Grade Tryouts (Last Name M-Z) in gym - 3:15 - 4:45 p.m.

·         Friday, Nov. 20th - Tryout Finals (select students from each day) in gym - 3:15 - 5:45 p.m.

(NO ACTIVITY BUS ON FRIDAY – ALTERNATE TRANSPORTATION NEEDS TO BE ARRANGED)

Please bring the following with you to practice:

1) COMPLETED PHYSICAL for the 2009-10 school year  (if it isn't already on file with Mr. Jones) They can be given to the AD, Mr. Jones, anytime prior to the pre-tryout meeting.  If they don't get it turned in to Mr. Jones before the pre-tryout meeting, they can bring it to the meeting.  If they don't bring it to the meeting, they will not be allowed to participate. Click here to download a physical form:

http://www.dillarddrivemiddle.com/files/53159/WCPSS%20Physical%20Form.pdf  

2) Athletic shorts, shirt (tank tops are fine), and basketball shoes.

Try-outs will conclude in time for participants to ride the 5:00 activity bus. If you are a car rider, rides should be on campus at 5:00 to pick you up.  If you are asked to come back on Friday, November 20th for a second day of try-outs, there WILL NOT be an activity bus.  Alternate transportation needs to be arranged for 6:00 p.m. if you are asked to come back.  E-mail Coach Stafford CSTAFFORD@...  if you have any questions.

FAMILY MATH NIGHT

All are cordially invited to attend a fun evening of math and science activities in the Dillard Drive Middle School cafeteria on Monday, November 9th from 6:30pm-8:00pm.  RAMP-UP (Recognizing Accelerated Math Potential in Underrepresented People), a GE Foundation and National Science Foundation GK-12 Outreach Program at North Carolina State University, will host the activities in conjunction with teachers from Dillard Drive Middle School.  The intent of the Family Math Night is to experience math standards in action and strengthen the mathematical application, problem solving, and communication skills of students through the power of family interaction.  This night is also designed to help students reinforce the math skills necessary for success in middle school and beyond.

We encourage you to participate and support your student's academic growth by partaking in the Family Math Night on Monday, November 9th starting at 6:30pm.  We look forward to seeing you there!

AND THE WINNER IS….

The winners are in for the Fall Box Top Contest:  Mr. Smith for the 6th grade class, Ms. Mills for the 7th grade class and Ms. Mitchell for the 8th grade class. Thank you students, parents and teachers for making this contest a success and helping to raise money for Dillard Drive Middle School. Keep cutting those Box Tops, Campbell Soup Labels and Tyson Labels and start getting ready for our Spring contest!

Thanks again - The Painless Fundraising Committee

DRAGON DRAMA CLUB PRESENTS `COMIC BOOK ARTIST'

CONGRATULATIONS TO THE 2009-10 BATTLE OF THE BOOKS TEAM

Caitlin Cassidy

Noah Clinton

Tracy Edwards

Sara Hosseini

Emma Johnson

Pranav Kemburu
Mallory Norton

Keely O'Brien

Anggie Panchana

Miriam Perez

Teddy Sergesketter

Nishant Singh

Anusha Tamhane

Mary Clarke Worthington

Our first meeting will be Friday, November 6th in the Media Center during team time.

BASKETBALL TRYOUT INFO

Pre-Tryout Meetings:

Monday, Nov. 9th - 6th Grade Managers Meeting in auditorium - 7:45 a.m.

Tuesday, Nov. 10th - 7th Grade Pre-Tryout Meeting in gym - 3:15 - 4:45 p.m.

Thursday, Nov. 12th - 8th Grade Pre-Tryout Meeting in gym - 3:15 - 4:45 p.m.

Tryouts: (Select students will be asked to come back on Friday for the final day of tryouts.)

Monday, Nov. 16th - 7th Grade Tryouts (Last Name A-L) in gym - 3:15 - 4:45 p.m.

Tuesday, Nov. 17th - 7th Grade Tryouts (Last Name M-Z) in gym - 3:15 - 4:45 p.m.

Wednesday, Nov. 18th - 8th Grade Tryouts (Last Name A-L) in gym - 3:15 - 4:45 p.m.

Thursday, Nov. 19th - 8th Grade Tryouts (Last Name M-Z) in gym - 3:15 - 4:45 p.m.

Friday, Nov. 20th - Tryout Finals (select students from each day) in gym - 3:15 - 5:45 p.m.

FAMILY MATH NIGHT

All are cordially invited to attend a fun evening of math and science activities in the Dillard Drive Middle School cafeteria on Monday, November 9th from 6:30pm-8:00pm.  RAMP-UP (Recognizing Accelerated Math Potential in Underrepresented People), a GE Foundation and National Science Foundation GK-12 Outreach Program at North Carolina State University, will host the activities in conjunction with teachers from Dillard Drive Middle School.  The intent of the Family Math Night is to experience math standards in action and strengthen the mathematical application, problem solving, and communication skills of students through the power of family interaction.  This night is also designed to help students reinforce the math skills necessary for success in middle school and beyond.

We encourage you to participate and support your student's academic growth by partaking in the Family Math Night on Monday, November 9th starting at 6:30pm.  We look forward to seeing you there!

DRAGON DRAMA CLUB PRESENTS `COMIC BOOK ARTIST'

The Dragon Drama Club will perform the play "Comic Book Artist" on Thursday, November 12 and Friday, November 13 at 7 p.m. in the DDMS auditorium.  This show centers around a young man named Stanley with a dream of becoming a comic book artist.  Stanley never imagines that when his dream comes true, it will be more than just a dream; it will be his reality.  Tickets are $3 and are only available at the door. 
IT'S NOT TOO LATE TO ORDER YOUR YEARBOOK
Yearbooks are still available for purchase online at a limited time sale price of $30. Visit: http://jostensyearbooks.com?REF=A01097836 to order yours today!

CANNED FOOD DRIVE

The National Junior Honor Society and Student Council are sponsoring a Canned Food Drive. We will also accept gift cards from Lowe's Foods, Harris Teeter and Food Lion. The food drive will run until December 11, 2009. Proceeds will go to needy families and The Food Bank of Central & Eastern North Carolina. The winning team with the most canned food items will receive a pizza party. Please contact Michelle Smith, Leigh Owens or Stephanie Eason for any questions: msmith19@..., lowens2@..., season1@...

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SUPER SATURDAY

Wake PAGE (Partners for the Advancement of Gifted Education) is pleased to announce our fall Super Saturday event!  Don't forget to register your child for one or two classes! Classes are filling up FAST, so register your child before October 30th!

·         November 7, 2009

·         10am-12pm, 1:30-3:30pm

·         North Carolina State University, Talley Student Center (2610 Cates Ave, Raleigh)
Class topics for children include: NC Treasure Hunt, Egg Drop andBeyond, Beading, Introduction to IMACS, Thinking Tools for Kids, Dinosaur Adventures, and more!  For class descriptions and registration information, visit  http://www.acteva.com/booking.cfm?bevaID=189511 .
We are also thrilled to announce our speakers for the parent and educator sessions, which are free and open to the public.

·         AM Session: AG Secrets You Need to Know

·         PM Session: Parent Roundtable: Sharing Strategies
Advanced registration is required for children's classes. (No registration required for parent & educator sessions.)

Register online NOW for the best selection of classes! For registration instructions and more information, please visit our website: www.page.org .
This year, we have added the option of pre-ordering a catered lunch to be served in a dining area onsite. Also, we are accepting donations of lightly used books to begin a library for PAGE.  (We were thinking books that our membership could use, such as parenting books and books on gifted and gifted education).
We hope to see you all there!

MAGNET SCHOOL FAIR

The Magnet Schools Fair of the Wake County Public School System will be held from 10 a.m. until 1 p.m. on Saturday, November 7 at Southeast Raleigh High School. Families interested in educational choice can use the fair to explore the innovative programs offered through the school system's network of magnet programs.

For over 25 years, WCPSS's award-winning magnet schools have enhanced the North Carolina Standard Course of Study with innovative approaches to learning that empower students. Magnets open doors of opportunity and spark the imagination of students, preparing them to become responsible citizens in a global society.

The magnet fair is open to the public and creates a venue for parents and students to visit interactive display booths and inquire about such magnet programs as Gifted and Talented, International Baccalaureate, Museums, University Connections, Leadership and Technology, and the newest magnet schools, Smith Elementary with the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Program, Brentwood Elementary with Engineering and Millbrook High with International Baccalaureate Middle Years and Diploma programs. Families can also collect information about future recruitment events as well as enjoy performances by students attending magnet schools.

To find out more information about WCPSS magnet schools and other upcoming recruiting events visit us online at www.wcpss.net/magnet, stop by the Magnet Resource Center located on the campus of Millbrook Magnet Elementary or call us at 919.501.7900.

DIRECTIONS:  Take I-440/Beltline south to Rock Quarry Rd exit. Go south on Rock Quarry Rd (away from Raleigh). The school is just past Creech Rd on the right at 2600 Rock Quarry Road, Raleigh, NC 27610. The phone number is (919)856-2800.

6th GRADE PARENT COFFEE

October 28th 9:30 – 10:30 am, Media Center

Join us for coffee and learn about all the things going on at Dillard for you & your 6th grader, including:

·         Overview from Principal Bryant

·         Meet the new 6th Grade Principal, Ms. Whiteman

·         Academically Gifted Program - Dr. Brooks

·         Counseling Topics in the Classroom – 6th Grade Counselor, Mrs. Bryant

·         Blue Diamond Assessments and Testing – IRT, Mr. Murray

·         Extracurricular Activities at Dillard - Getting connected to your child's school

A question & answer session will follow.  We look forward to seeing you!

REVEAL YOUR DRAGON COLORS:

Every home game day is Spirit Day! Wear blue and gold to school and paint your car windows on home game days! HOME GAMES THURSDAY! (See calendar below for more dates.)

HOME GAMES THURSDAY!

Come out and support Dragon Soccer and Volleyball THURSDAY! The games start at 3:45pm and tickets are $4 or you can purchase a Sports Pass. Click here for more info on sports passes:  http://www.dillarddrivemiddle.com/files/news/BOOSTER%20CLUB%20AND%20SPORTS%20PASSES1.doc 

(Please make arrangements prior to Thursday if your student is staying for the game. Your child will not be allowed to call home at 3pm on Thursday to ask permission to stay. Last year children missed their buses while waiting to use the office phone.)

Procedures after school are as follows: After the bell rings at 3pm, students staying for the game will remain in their bus room until 3:15pm when they will be dismissed to the field/gym. This gives them time to get their ticket and stop by the concession stand before the game begins at 3:45pm.

Activity buses are available to take students home after the game and will load at 4:45pm and leave the school at 5pm. Please check over the after school activity bus routes below.  If your stop is not there, you will need to make other arrangements for a ride home. Route 1: Sam's Club on South Saunders Street, South East Raleigh High School, Bugg Elementary School.  Route 2: Cary High School, Penny Road Elementary School, West Lake Middle School.

BATTLE OF THE BOOKS TRYOUTS

·         Monday Oct. 26 - 6th grade

·         Tuesday Oct. 27 - 7th & 8th grade

·         All tryouts will take place in the Media Center during team time (9:15 - 9:40)

Please contact Jennifer Cassidy at jcassidy1@... if you have any questions.

6th GRADE PARENT COFFEE

October 28th 9:30 – 10:30 am, Media Center

Join us for coffee and learn about all the things going on at Dillard for you & your 6th grader, including:

·         Overview from Principal Bryant

·         Meet the new 6th Grade Principal, Ms. Whiteman

·         Academically Gifted Program - Mr. Brooks

·         Counseling Topics in the Classroom – 6th Grade Counselor, Mrs. Bryant

·         Blue Diamond Assessments and Testing – IRT, Mr. Murray

·         Extracurricular Activities at Dillard - Getting connected to your child's school

A question & answer session will follow.  We look forward to seeing you!

FAMILY MATH NIGHT

All are cordially invited to attend a fun evening of math and science activities in the Dillard Drive Middle School cafeteria on Monday, November 9th from 6:30pm-8:00pm.  RAMP-UP (Recognizing Accelerated Math Potential in Underrepresented People), a GE Foundation and National Science Foundation GK-12 Outreach Program at North Carolina State University, will host the activities in conjunction with teachers from Dillard Drive Middle School.  The intent of the Family Math Night is to experience math standards in action and strengthen the mathematical application, problem solving, and communication skills of students through the power of family interaction.  This night is also designed to help students reinforce the math skills necessary for success in middle school and beyond.

We encourage you to participate and support your student's academic growth by partaking in the Family Math Night on Monday, November 9th starting at 6:30pm.  We look forward to seeing you there!

DRAGON DRAMA CLUB PRESENTS `COMIC BOOK ARTIST'

The Dragon Drama Club will perform the play "Comic Book Artist" on Thursday, November 12 and Friday, November 13 at 7 p.m. in the DDMS auditorium.  This show centers around a young man named Stanley with a dream of becoming a comic book artist.  Stanley never imagines that when his dream comes true, it will be more than just a dream; it will be his reality.  Tickets are $3 and are only available at the door. 
IT'S NOT TOO LATE TO ORDER YOUR YEARBOOK
Yearbooks are still available for purchase online at a limited time sale price of $30. Visit: http://jostensyearbooks.com?REF=A01097836 to order yours today!

GET YOUR PICTURES IN THE YEARBOOK
The Yearbook Staff invites students and parents to submit photos for the yearbook. If you've got great photos of school and community events or you and your friends just having fun, we'd like to see them. Our photographers can't be everywhere. Help us get as many photos as possible to create a terrific book everyone will want to have.
Here is how you can submit photos online:

·         Go to: https://images.jostens.com/login.jsp?errorMessage=Please%20enter%20user%20name

·         If it does not automatically log you into the site, enter username : 400002370 and password: dragons

·         Browse to select the photo(s) you wish to upload

·         Enter information about the photo and provide contact information in case the staff needs additional information

·         Click "Save Details"
It's that easy! Submit your photos today! The last day to submit photos is 3/15/2010.
Toni Segool and the 2010 Yearbook Staff:  tsegool@....

CANNED FOOD DRIVE

The National Junior Honor Society and Student Council are sponsoring a Canned Food Drive. We will also accept gift cards from Lowe's Foods, Harris Teeter and Food Lion. The food drive will run until December 11, 2009. Proceeds will go to needy families and The Food Bank of Central & Eastern North Carolina. The winning team with the most canned food items will receive a pizza party. Please contact Michelle Smith, Leigh Owens or Stephanie Eason for any questions: msmith19@..., lowens2@..., season1@...  

MIDDLE CREEK HS BAND INFO

The Middle Creek High School Marching Band would like to invite 8th grade band members to play with the marching band on Friday, Oct 30, 2009 at MCHS during a home football game.

·         Arrival time: 5:45 pm to the band room at MCHS for practice

·         Game starts at 7:30 pm

·         Parents can pick their students up after half time (about 8:30-8:45) or at the end of the football game (10:30).

·         Students will get in free with the marching band.

·         The visiting 8th graders will be playing with band for the pre-game Star Spangled and then the fight song, and pep songs from the Yellow and Black Mike Story book.

If your student will be attending, please e-mail Carol Beaver at caroldoug@... with your students name, instrument, parents name and phone number. Thank you, Carol Beaver: 612-1506.

DRAGON FUNDRAISER WINNERS

Thank you to all of those who contributed to this year's DDMS Dragon Fundraiser. Through your support, we raised over $17,000 which is very close to our goal of $18,000. 

At Tuesday's Pep Rally the winner's names were drawn and announced. Congratulations to the following children who won…..

Grade Level baskets:

Emma Edwardson – 6^th grade

Deja Bryant – 7^th grade

Jeff Fay – 8^th grade

Dragon Pride Baskets:

Tara Montefusco – 6^th grade

Matt Shockley – 7^th grade

Parker Jenkins – 7^th

Favorite Things Baskets:

Hunter King – 7^th

Matthew Pusic – 6^th

Cristina Gaviria – 7^th

Dinner & Movie Baskets:

Jack Rogers – 6^th

Lien Vu – 7^th

Samantha Schneider – 8^th

Family Fun Basket:

Mary Lunsford – 8^th

Sports Basket:

Emily & Colin Every

NetBook:

Ashton & Carson O'Hara

We had 18% of families donating to the school. Mr. Robinson's class had the largest percentage of families donating with an amazing 44%! Mr. Robinson was awarded a basket full of items and his class has won a donut party!

For those who are still interested in donating, donations may be placed in the safe just outside the front office.

RED ROBIN FAMILY DAY

Tomorrow is Red Robin Family Day from 11am to 10pm. Don your school colors and join your DDMS friends and families to eat lunch (after Early Release @ 12:30pm) or dinner, or eat late night at Red Robin (2260 Walnut Street, Cary, 27511. Phone: 854-5415). Be sure to take the flyer with you so that 15% of your bill will be donated to the DDMS PTA. Click here for the flyer: http://www.dillarddrivemiddle.com/webpages/ppta/files/Red%20Robin%20001.jpg . Click here for the Red Robin Web Site: http://www.redrobin.com/default.aspx . Please hand out/email flyers to your friends, family and neighbors, the more the merrier!

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED TO HELP AT THE FALL STAFF LUNCH

We could use some extra hands to set-up, serve and clean-up at the fall staff lunch this Friday the 23rd. If you can come and help for an hour or two, anytime between 8 AM and 3 PM, please let us know. E-mail us at ddms-hosp@....

DON'T FORGET YOUR BOXTOPS!

Bring in your Box Tops by this Friday, October 23rd- we are having our first BoxTop contest and the classroom that wins in each grade level will receive a Halloween treat.  Also remember to bring in Campbell Soup and Tyson Foods labels. We can earn extra BoxTops and Campbell Soup Label credits – go to the Food Lion website: http://www.foodlion.com/Current-Promotions and look for the BoxTops and the Labels for Education areas for extra incentives.  Every little bit helps.

DDMS ART CLUB 

Any student with an interest in art may join the Art Club. Student members must maintain appropriate behavior and passing grades in all classes. The Art Club will offer students an opportunity to make artwork for school displays. Student members will also have the opportunity to make works of art for local competitions. To become a member you MUST complete the Art Club information sheet and return it to Mrs. Foster, room 801, by Friday, October 23, 2009. Students who do not turn in an information sheet by then will not be allowed to attend. Information sheets can be found posted in each hallway or can be downloaded here: http://www.dillarddrivemiddle.com/webpages/abeckerfoster/news.cfm . The first meeting of the art club will be October 26, 2009 in room 801 from 3:00 to 5:00.

You're invited to a

6^th Grade Parent Coffee

October 28^th 9:30 – 10:30 am

Media Center

Join us for coffee and learn about all the things going on at Dillard for you & your 6th grader, including:

·         Overview from Principal Bryant

·         Meet the new 6th Grade Principal, Ms. Whiteman

·         Academically Gifted Program - Mr. Brooks

·         Counseling Topics in the Classroom – 6th Grade Counselor, Mrs. Bryant

·         Blue Diamond Assessments and Testing – IRT, Mr. Murray

·         Extracurricular Activities at Dillard - Getting connected to your child's school

A question & answer session will follow.  We look forward to seeing you!

ATTENTION FOOTBALL PARENTS

It is tradition at Dillard Drive Middle to feed the players before the night game at Athens Drive HS. Dinner begins at 4:30pm this Tuesday, October 20^th. We are looking for football parents to donate menu items, there are 50 players/coaches.  Please email Maria Stone, mstone1234@...  if you can donate one or more of the below items:

·         fruit trays - with serving utensils

·         Gatorade - individual bottles, iced in coolers

REVEAL YOUR DRAGON COLORS:

Every home game day is Spirit Day! Wear blue and gold to school and paint your car windows on home game days! The Tuesday night football game is technically a home game, although it will be played at Athens Drive HS. So wear your blue and gold this Tuesday for SPIRIT DAY!

DRAGON TAIL-GATING TUESDAY NIGHT

Join other Dillard Drive Middle parents for an hour of socializing before the game Tuesday night. Bring your dinner and chairs and hang out in the ADHS Stadium parking lot from 5:30 until game time. Be sure to wear your new DDMS Spirit Wear, if you haven't gotten yours – bring a check or cash to purchase at the game!

DILLARD FOOTBALL UNDER THE LIGHTS!

This Tuesday the football team will play N. Garner MS under the lights at Athens Drive HS. This is an annual tradition at Dillard Middle and a fun night for the whole school! Come out and support your team! Game time is 6:45pm and DDMS Sports Passes will be accepted at the door.

RED ROBIN FAMILY DAY

This Wednesday, October 21, from 11am to 10pm, don your school colors and join your DDMS friends and families to eat lunch (after Early Release @ 12:30pm) or dinner, or eat late night at Red Robin (2260 Walnut Street, Cary, 27511. Phone: 854-5415). Be sure to take the flyer with you so that 15% of your bill will be donated to the DDMS PTA. Click here for the flyer: http://www.dillarddrivemiddle.com/webpages/ppta/files/Red%20Robin%20001.jpg . Click here for the Red Robin Web Site: http://www.redrobin.com/default.aspx . Please hand out/email flyers to your friends, family and neighbors, the more the merrier!

AUTUMN STAFF LUNCHEON THIS FRIDAY

It is almost time for our Autumn Staff Luncheon! The date will be this Friday, October 23rd. Our theme is "Turning over a New Leaf ", as suggested by one of our committee members. We are planning a menu of seasonal foods for the staff to enjoy during their lunch or planning periods. We depend on the donations of our wonderful parents to make these events a success.  Please refer to the following list and let us know what you can provide. Please also include the number of servings for your dish. If you would like to send along a copy of the recipe, that would be appreciated. The staff likes to know what ingredients are in a dish or sometimes want a copy for themselves!

ENTREES & SIDES

·         Chili

·         Stews, Pot Pies, Casseroles

·         Sandwiches, Wraps

·         Green Salads, Side Salads

·         Veggies, rice, potatoes

·         Fresh Cut Fruit

DESSERTS

·         Pies

·         Cakes

·         Cookies

·         Brownies etc...

 BEVERAGES

(Single serving bottled or canned drinks)

·         Soda

·         Lemonade

·         Flavored water

·         Iced tea

 DECORATIONS/ RAFFLE ITEMS

·         Potted mums

·         Seasonal flowers

WE WILL ALSO NEED VOLUNTEERS TO HELP WITH SETTING UP, SERVING AND CLEAN UP. PLEASE LET US KNOW IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO HELP OUT FOR AN HOUR OR TWO THAT DAY!

We will have volunteers stationed at the carpool circle from 7:30- 8:15am on that morning to accept your contributions. If you have crock pots or items to be returned, we will also be stationed after school to return these to you. PLEASE put your name on all items that you would like returned. Please e-mail or call Donna or Suzanne if you are able to contribute your time or a tasty dish. Thank you for all you do!

Dillard Drive Middle Hospitality Committee
Donna Wells 854-6154
Suzanne Johnson 832-2483

ddms-hosp@...

SEND IN YOUR BOXTOPS!

Bring in your Box Tops by this Friday, October 23rd- we are having our first BoxTop contest and the classroom that wins in each grade level will receive a Halloween treat.  Also remember to bring in Campbell Soup and Tyson Foods labels. We can earn extra BoxTops and Campbell Soup Label credits – go to the Food Lion website: http://www.foodlion.com/Current-Promotions and look for the BoxTops and the Labels for Education areas for extra incentives.  Every little bit helps.

DDMS ART CLUB 

Any student with an interest in art may join the Art Club. Student members must maintain appropriate behavior and passing grades in all classes. The Art Club will offer students an opportunity to make artwork for school displays. Student members will also have the opportunity to make works of art for local competitions. To become a member you MUST complete the Art Club information sheet and return it to Mrs. Foster, room 801, by Friday, October 23, 2009. Students who do not turn in an information sheet by then will not be allowed to attend. Information sheets can be found posted in each hallway or can be downloaded here: http://www.dillarddrivemiddle.com/webpages/abeckerfoster/news.cfm . The first meeting of the art club will be October 26, 2009 in room 801 from 3:00 to 5:00.

THE COLLEGE FOUNDATION OF NC

The College Foundation of North Carolina (CFNC) will present an overview of the CFNC.org website, Career exploration and planning, Academic preparation, Searching for the right College, Test Prep. and Application Tips on Wednesday, October 28^th at 6:00pm at the Cameron Village Library. Visit the web site www.CFNC.org for more information.

DRAGON FAMILY FUNDRAISING

Please support our PTA through the Dragon Family Fundraising Campaign which benefits all children at DDMS.  The final collection day is TODAY.  With budgets cuts and increased enrollment, we need your support more than ever!  Please consider this… by donating $50 dollars today it will cost you less than $5/month over the school year.  The PTA is offering some awesome prizes for those who donate!  Donors will have a chance to win an autographed Hurricanes' baseball cap, Carowinds tickets, a Net Book, and more! You may access additional fundraising information and a donation card on our DDMS website at www.dillarddrivemiddle.com and print off a brochure to send in with your donation.  To date, we have only reached about 15% of our goal so each family's participation is vital to our PTA and the programs that can be offered this school year.  Please consider donating today and help enrich the lives of our students! Any amount is much needed and appreciated!  Thank you in advance for your generosity! Questions? Contact: Susan Hume sshume@... or Mary Anne Wilson mwilson1@... .

DILLARD FOOTBALL UNDER THE LIGHTS!

Next Tuesday, October 20^th, the football team will play N. Garner MS under the lights at Athens Drive HS. This is an annual tradition at Dillard Middle and a fun night for the whole school! Come out and support your team! Game time is 6:45pm and DDMS Sports Passes will be accepted at the door.

ATTENTION FOOTBALL PARENTS

It is a tradition at Dillard Drive Middle to feed the players before the night game at Athens Drive HS. Dinner begins at 4:30pm next Tuesday, October 20^th. We are looking for football parents to donate menu items, there are 50 players/coaches.  Please email Maria Stone, mstone1234@...  if you can donate one or more of the below items:

·         baked lasagna (Stouffer's family size)  - with serving utensils

·         fruit trays - with serving utensils

·         buttered bread - with tongs

·         desserts - individually wrapped

·         Gatorade and water - individual bottled, iced in coolers

AUTUMN STAFF LUNCHEON

It is almost time for our Autumn Staff Luncheon! The date will be Friday, October 23rd. Our theme is "Turning over a New Leaf ", as suggested by one of our committee members. We are planning a menu of seasonal foods for the staff to enjoy during their lunch or planning periods. We depend on the donations of our wonderful parents to make these events a success.  Please refer to the following list and let us know what you can provide. Please also include the number of servings for your dish. If you would like to send along a copy of the recipe, that would be appreciated. The staff likes to know what ingredients are in a dish or sometimes want a copy for themselves!

ENTREES & SIDES

·         Chili

·         Stews, Pot Pies, Casseroles

·         Sandwiches, Wraps

·         Green Salads, Side Salads

·         Veggies, rice, potatoes

·         Fresh Cut FruiT

DESSERTS

·         Pies

·         Cakes

·         Cookies

·         Brownies etc...

BEVERAGES

(Single serving bottled or canned drinks)

·         Soda

·         Lemonade

·         Flavored water

·         Iced tea

 DECORATIONS/ RAFFLE ITEMS

·         Potted mums

·         Seasonal flowers

WE WILL ALSO NEED VOLUNTEERS TO HELP WITH SETTING UP, SERVING AND CLEAN UP. PLEASE LET US KNOW IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO HELP OUT FOR AN HOUR OR TWO THAT DAY!

We will have volunteers stationed at the carpool circle from 7:30- 8:15am on that morning to accept your contributions. If you have crock pots or items to be returned, we will also be stationed after school to return these to you. PLEASE put your name on all items that you would like returned. Please e-mail or call Donna or Suzanne if you are able to contribute your time or a tasty dish. Thank you for all you do!

Dillard Drive Middle Hospitality Committee
Donna Wells 854-6154
Suzanne Johnson 832-2483

ddms-hosp@...

100% of your donation will be used for your children - in enrichment programs, in their classrooms, and for other PTA sponsored programs and events. The donation card is provided below for your use. J

DRAGON FAMILY FUNDRAISER DONATION CARD

Name: ___________________________________________

Phone: ____________ Email: ______________________

Raffle Ticket Information:

Child's Name: _____________________________________

Grade ___________ Homeroom Teacher: _____________________

Child's Name: _____________________________________

Grade ___________ Homeroom Teacher: _____________________

Employer Matching Gift Program: ____________________

(company name)

Amount Matched: __________ (Please attach completed forms)

My donation, plus my company's matching grant, totals a donation at the following level:

$ ________ Dragon Level: up to $24

$ ________ Blue Level: $25 to $75

$ ________ Bronze Level: $76 to $150

$ ________ Silver Level: $151 to $250

$ ________ Gold Level: $251 and above

Membership levels and raffle tickets will be based on your donation amount including matching grants. A partial list of companies offering matching grants is available online under the PTA link above.

Make checks payable to DDMS PTA.

Donations will be collected in the concession stand area in the mornings from 7:45-8:05 on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday this week.  Donations received by October 16^th will be entered into the raffle. The raffle drawings will be held at the upcoming students' Pep Rally.  Parents/Guardians will be notified that their child has won.

THANK YOU FOR YOUR GENEROSITY

DRAGON FUND UPDATE  -We're half way there! Please send in your donation today!

Total Raised to date:   $9,000

Our goal:  $18,000

The Dragon Family Fundraiser is halfway toward reaching its goal of $18,000.  With just over $9,000 raised so far we still need your support!   If we are unable to reach our goal, there are some wonderful programs and events that will not be able to happen for the students this year.  A smaller PTA budget, along with the County Budget cutbacks, means less enrichment in areas such as:

·         Cultural Arts

·         Academics

·         Technology

·         End of Year Celebrations

·         Teacher Support

All donations received by Oct. 16^th will be entered into a raffle drawing based on the donation level.  All donors are automatically entered (no tickets are sent home).  Donations are welcome anytime!

Raffle prizes:

NetBook

Autographed Hurricanes t-shirt & cap:  Tuomo Ruutu, Niclas Wallin, Michael Leighton

Dinner Gift certificates:  Amedeo's, Carrabba's, On The Border

Carowinds/Kings Dominion passes

Knight's Play Golfing

and more!!!

The homeroom class with the largest percentage of participation will win a Donut Party and their Teacher wins a basket full of great items! 

DRAGON FAMILY FUNDRAISING

Please support our PTA through the Dragon Family Fundraising Campaign which benefits all children at DDMS.  This main fundraiser will run from now until the final collection date of Friday, October 16th.  With budgets cuts and increased enrollment, we need your support more than ever!  Please consider this… by donating $50 dollars today it will cost you less than $5/month over the school year.  The PTA is offering some awesome prizes for those who donate!  Donors will have a chance to win an autographed Hurricanes' baseball cap, Carowinds tickets, a Net Book, and more! You may access additional fundraising information and a donation card on our DDMS website at www.dillarddrivemiddle.com and print off a brochure to send in with your donation.  To date, we have only reached about 15% of our goal so each family's participation is vital to our PTA and the programs that can be offered this school year.  Please consider donating today and help enrich the lives of our students! Any amount is much needed and appreciated!  Thank you in advance for your generosity! Questions? Contact: Susan Hume sshume@... or Mary Anne Wilson mwilson1@... .

FLU SHOTS TODAY

Schools across Wake County will be sponsoring flu shot clinics during the months of October and November for all students in grades K-12.  A clinic at Athens Drive will be held TODAY, October 14, from 3:30 to 7:30 PM.  Students may get the shot at any of the clinics--they are not required to get the shot at the school they attend.  For more information, including a list of all of the scheduled clinics, visit the WCPSS website:

http://www.wcpss.net/news/2009_oct08_flu_wakegov/

FALL DANCE FRIDAY NIGHT

Join us for the first school dance of the year, this Friday, October 16^th from 7-9pm. Tickets are on sale this week during lunch for $3, no tickets will be available at the door. Students must follow the WCPSS dress code (same policies that apply during school) and may NOT attend if they have 2 In-School Suspensions or 1 Out-of-school Suspension. Please have all rides at school no later than 8:50pm. Questions: Michelle Smith, msmith19@... .
8^th GRADERS AND CFNC

 Attention 8th grade parents: Beginning Monday, Oct. 12th through the first week in November, all 8th graders will be working with Mrs. Warren, 8th grade school counselor, and Ms. Lowrance, Career Development Coordinator at DDMS, to sign up for a FREE College Foundation of North Carolina (CFNC) student account. This free online resource is a wonderful tool for students, to encourage the important process of thinking and planning for life after middle school. We will be working with the 8th graders this school year, in utilizing some components of this resource here at school. We would like to encourage you to view and utilize this free tool with your child outside of school as well. Please feel free to contact your child's school counselor, Mrs. Warren, at 233-4228 or jwarren@...  if you have any questions and once again, thank you for your continued support!

STRINGS PROGRAM IN NEED OF CELLOS

It's a good problem to have – the DDMS Strings Program is very popular! However, strings teacher, Ms. Palma Steumpfle is in need of two or more cellos to accommodate students. Cellos and basses are large instruments that cannot be transported on buses and therefore students need to have one at home – usually a rental – and one at school. When there are more students than instruments, they must share an instrument at school. With budget cuts in the WCPSS, there is no money to purchase instruments. Perhaps you have an old cello at home or know someone who might? Perhaps you would like to make a donation to our cause? If you can help in any way, please contact Ms. Steumpfle: pstuempfle@... .

AUTUMN STAFF LUNCHEON

It is almost time for our Autumn Staff Luncheon! The date will be Friday, October 23rd. Our theme is "Turning over a New Leaf ", as suggested by one of our committee members. We are planning a menu of seasonal foods for the staff to enjoy during their lunch or planning periods. We depend on the donations of our wonderful parents to make these events a success.  Please refer to the following list and let us know what you can provide. Please also include the number of servings for your dish. If you would like to send along a copy of the recipe, that would be appreciated. The staff likes to know what ingredients are in a dish or sometimes want a copy for themselves!

ENTREES & SIDES

·         Chili

·         Stews, Pot Pies, Casseroles

·         Sandwiches, Wraps

·         Green Salads, Side Salads

·         Veggies, rice, potatoes

·         Fresh Cut Fruit

DESSERTS

·         Pies

·         Cakes

·         Cookies

·         Brownies etc...

 BEVERAGES

(Single serving bottled or canned drinks)

·         Soda

·         Lemonade

·         Flavored water

·         Iced tea

 DECORATIONS/ RAFFLE ITEMS

·         Potted mums

·         Seasonal flowers

WE WILL ALSO NEED VOLUNTEERS TO HELP WITH SETTING UP, SERVING AND CLEAN UP. PLEASE LET US KNOW IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO HELP OUT FOR AN HOUR OR TWO THAT DAY!

We will have volunteers stationed at the carpool circle from 7:30- 8:15am on that morning to accept your contributions. If you have crock pots or items to be returned, we will also be stationed after school to return these to you. PLEASE put your name on all items that you would like returned. Please e-mail or call Donna or Suzanne if you are able to contribute your time or a tasty dish. Thank you for all you do!

Dillard Drive Middle Hospitality Committee
Donna Wells 854-6154
Suzanne Johnson 832-2483

ddms-hosp@...

REVEAL YOUR DRAGON COLORS:

Every home game day is Spirit Day! Wear blue and gold to school and paint your car windows on home game days! HOME GAMES THURSDAY! (See calendar below for more dates.)

HOME GAMES THURSDAY!

Come out and support Dragon Soccer and Volleyball tomorrow! The games start at 3:45pm and tickets are $4 or you can purchase a Sports Pass. Click here for more info on sports passes:  http://www.dillarddrivemiddle.com/files/news/BOOSTER%20CLUB%20AND%20SPORTS%20PASSES1.doc 

(Please make arrangements prior to Thursday if your student is staying for the game. Your child will not be allowed to call home at 3pm on Thursday to ask permission to stay. Last year children missed their buses while waiting to use the office phone.)

Procedures after school are as follows: After the bell rings at 3pm, students staying for the game will remain in their bus room until 3:15pm when they will be dismissed to the field/gym. This gives them time to get their ticket and stop by the concession stand before the game begins at 3:45pm.

Activity buses are available to take students home after the game and will load at 4:45pm and leave the school at 5pm. Please check over the after school activity bus routes below.  If your stop is not there, you will need to make other arrangements for a ride home. Route 1: Sam's Club on South Saunders Street, South East Raleigh High School, Bugg Elementary School.  Route 2: Cary High School, Penny Road Elementary School, West Lake Middle School.

SPORTS PASSES FOR SALE-ATTENTION BUSINESS OWNERS

Tickets for home game admission are $4 for most sports, save money and buy a Sports Pass! Don't delay, get yours today!

 ___STUDENT/INDIVIDUAL MEMBER:                            $30      

      •One All-Sports Pass and car decal

___FAMILY MEMBER:                                                                 $65

      •All-Sports Family Pass and car decal

Make checks payable to DDMS DBC. Please send your check along with your name, address, phone, email and family names to Maria Stone, 101 Bronzewood Ct., Cary, NC 27518 and enclose a self-addressed stamped envelope. Sports passes will be mailed to you ASAP. You can also download the form here: http://www.dillarddrivemiddle.com/news.cfm?story=600&school=0 and mail in with your payment.  Questions: mstone1234@... .

Do you own a business? The DDMS Booster Club has advertising opportunities available. Dillard Middle will host over 30 home games this year – support Dillard Athletics, it's a WIN-WIN opportunity:  "When we all help one another, everybody wins!"