Dixon Public Schools #170 is cancelling the Special Board Meeting scheduled for 5 pm on Monday, 11/17/25. The Regular Board Meeting for November will still be held at 6 pm on Wednesday, 11/19/25 in the District Office Board Room.
2 months ago, Admin
A Message from Dixon PTO...

Reminder! Tomorrow is the big day! Join us for some fun!
3 months ago, Amy Scott
Winter Wonderland

Washington Elementary School is looking for a Pre-K Teacher. The school has a Gold Status designation, which signifies the highest standards of quality in their curriculum, teaching practices, and overall environment, given by the Illinois State Board of Education. Please click the following link to apply https://www.applitrack.com/roe47/onlineapp/default.aspx?choosedistrict=true&applitrackclient=38214&category=Elementary+School+Teaching&subcategory=Early+Childhood&fbclid=IwY2xjawODBLtleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFvejJiVnNUaXdOSUdpcnBVc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHoBRTc3NiWgl7ipWmwHBtPiDozsqpPL5sUWxUSzkw6Gmb4hcU0-rLYmnULXX_aem_cFUCbEb-3jQcAviR0FhlNA

3 months ago, Dixon Public Schools
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Preschool Screenings – Now Open!
Follow the link to sign up for a screening.
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C094BA5A72BA6FDC25-60315429-preschool#/
3 months ago, Makenzie Simpson
PreK Screenings
A Message From Dixon PTO:
Today is the Day!
3 months ago, Amy Scott
Dine Out
To all who have served and continue to serve, we thank you for your courage and dedication-especially our Washington School Veterans Mrs. Ramirez and Mrs. Simpson. You are our heroes!
3 months ago, Kellie Glenn
Vet's Day

It's the season to show your gratitude to those around you. Is there a certain Washington School Staff Member who you or your child are extra thankful for? Click on the link to share a note with these special Washington School staff members.

https://forms.office.com/r/3XHuAypsNH

3 months ago, Kellie Glenn
Washington
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3 months ago, Amy Scott
Dine Out Night
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3 months ago, Amy Scott
Leo's Marvelous Bites
Reminder: Wednesday, November 12th is a Half-Day
3 months ago, Dixon Public Schools
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There will be no school Tuesday, November 11th on Veteran's Day
3 months ago, Dixon Public Schools
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This week our Spirit Stick goes to Corrie Ackman! She is an Occupational Therapist at Washington School. She brings a wide range of experience and expertise to our school team. She is never hesitant to step in and help with a student or put together visuals to support teachers! Thank you Miss Corrie!
3 months ago, Kellie Glenn
Spirit award
Dixon Public Schools is having a Special Board Meeting on Thursday, November 6, 2025 at 5:00 p.m. in the Jefferson Elementary School Gymnasium. The meeting will be recorded and posted on the District’s YouTube channel and website. You can view the agenda here: https://meetings.boardbook.org/Public/Organization/1258
3 months ago, Dixon Public Schools
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Sharing information from our friends at Lee County Council on Aging
3 months ago, Dixon Public Schools
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A Message From our Friends at the Dixon PTO...
3 months ago, Amy Scott
PTO
DPS 170 wishes Steve Marco a Happy Retirement from WIXN after 45 years promoting our schools, athletics, and activities! Thank you, Steve! You are the "spirit" of Dixon!
3 months ago, Margo Empen
Steve Marco & DPS 170 Admin Team
We hope to see you at Trunk or Treat tomorrow!
3 months ago, Kellie Glenn
trunk or treat

Attention DPS Families! Please take a few minutes to complete our short survey on Whitsons. We'd love to hear what you think, and your feedback makes a huge difference! Scan the QR code or click this link https://xmp.insight-surveys.com/s/ql9jfi

3 months ago, Dixon Public Schools
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A message from Dixon PTO...
3 months ago, Amy Scott
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A message from Dixon PTO...

Fundraiser orders and money are due tomorrow...Monday. October 20th.
3 months ago, Amy Scott
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