Toys for Tots Donations Distributed

The students at the Downtown School partnered with the American Heart Association for a Hoops for Heart campaign in February.  As a school, we raised over $16,000 for the local chapter of the American Heart Association (AHA).  This …

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Middle and High School Feeder Pattern Changes

Downtown School’s feeder pattern is changing. DTS students will now be automatically enrolled at Callanan Middle School and Roosevelt High School, instead of attending Brody Middle School and Lincoln High School. If students do not wish to attend Callanan or Roosevelt, they may apply for within-district transfer the year before they enter middle or high school by clicking on the headline.

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Downtown School – All School Photo

On Wednesday, October 28th, following Sing Along, students and staff gathered for an all school photograph.  Learning groups also gathered at the front of the building for class photos.  Many thanks to Becca Hodges and Holleen Lawrence of …

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Bring Food for Combat Hunger

Join the Downtown School students and staff as they collect food for Combat Hunger Nov. 16-19. If we collect 500 items or more, Principal Flickinger will let us have a pajama day to celebrate our success at helping kids in our own city go to bed with full tummies! Click on the headline to learn more about what we need.

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Falcon Files: Pictures, Directory Info.

This week’s edition of the Falcon Files focuses on student safety and health, and includes the date for picture retakes. Plus, the next two all-schools sings are scheduled. Click on the headline to read more about what’s happening at the Downtown School!

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Classes Resume Oct. 19 at Downtown School

We hope you had a terrific intercession and you’re back to work with renewed vigor! Our first week back will be a short week for students. There will be no school on Friday, Oct. 23, while teachers attend professional development training. This training is essential for keeping up with the newest and most successful teaching techniques!

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A Note from the Nurse…

Click on the image for a letter from our new school nurse, Beth Angier. She has updates, reminders and a whole lot of great health information every Downtown School family should consider!

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The Falcon Files Archive

Read the latest edition of the Falcon Files anytime on The Downtown School website. You’ll also find an archive of past editions. Just click on the image.

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PTA Ice Cream Social September 14th

Get to know our new DTS Principal! On Monday, September 14th from 6-8 pm, come enjoy a treat from the ice cream truck ‘Outside Scoop’ provided by the PTA. Drive to the back pickup area behind DTS (near …

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Back to School Night at Union Park Sept. 24

Mark your calendars for the annual Back to School Night at Union Park, Thursday, Sept. 24, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. This is an informal get-together for students and families. Some families pack a picnic, while others grab drive through. The Heritage Carousel is open for free rides, and the rocket slide is a favorite! This event is sponsored by the Downtown School PTA. Questions? ramonagaukel@msn.com

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