We have been notified that the Haymarket Square bus stop for bus 15 & bus 18 will be back open tomorrow. Students who ride bus 15 & bus 18 will be picked up and dropped off at the usual spot at Haymarket Square. Thank you for your patience today as we navigate street closures while the city is improving its infrastructure.
Has the first week of school got ya tired of making dinner already?!
Well, look no further! Help the DPS Music Boosters by eating at CHIPOTLE on Wednesday, August 20 from 4pm - 8pm!
In order to help us out, you MUST show the flyer or use the online code! You can take this flyer in store (print out or show your screen)! When making an online order, use the code YYWNCY2
Well, look no further! Help the DPS Music Boosters by eating at CHIPOTLE on Wednesday, August 20 from 4pm - 8pm!
In order to help us out, you MUST show the flyer or use the online code! You can take this flyer in store (print out or show your screen)! When making an online order, use the code YYWNCY2
Just a friendly reminder that DPS 170 dismisses at 11:15 am today! Thank you for a great first day DPS families!
We can't wait to see you!
2025 Kindergarten Meet and Greet Conferences
CLICK THE LINK TO SIGN UP!
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C094BA5A72BA6FDC25-57771781-2025
We encourage you to bring your student and all of their school supplies. Please call the Washington office at 815-934-9660 if you have questions.
CLICK THE LINK TO SIGN UP!
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C094BA5A72BA6FDC25-57771781-2025
We encourage you to bring your student and all of their school supplies. Please call the Washington office at 815-934-9660 if you have questions.
Thank you to everyone who popped by for a cold treat with the principals! We are so excited to have everyone back in the buildings next week!
Attention Pre-K Families!
Kindergarten is starting SOON! Here are some important dates to remember!
Do you have questions about Kindergarten? Here is a link to the Kindergarten Preview slideshow with everything you need to know!
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Attention DPS Families! If anyone is still in need of a Physical for their upcoming season, you can go to OSF Town Square Centre, 102 S. Hennepin Ave. It is running from 12pm-4pm today only! The cost is $35. Scan the QR code to register or click this link
https://apps.osfhealthcare.org/saint-katharine/calendar/search/?keyword=&time=all&zip_postal=&radius=10&category=OSF%20Saint%20Katharine%20Medical%20Center%20-%20Sports%20Physical%20Clinic&per_page=100
https://apps.osfhealthcare.org/saint-katharine/calendar/search/?keyword=&time=all&zip_postal=&radius=10&category=OSF%20Saint%20Katharine%20Medical%20Center%20-%20Sports%20Physical%20Clinic&per_page=100
Washington Elementary School is looking for a Pre-K Teacher for the 25-26 school year with employment available on August 11th, 2025. 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
Attention DPS Families! Walk in Registration is open! If you are having trouble getting registered online, make sure you come get the help you need! Please see the following locations and times. If you have any questions, reach out at 815-373-4966.
Attention DPS Families! Walk in Registration is tomorrow! If you are having trouble getting registered online, make sure you come get the help you need! Please see the following locations and times. If you have any questions, reach out at 815-373-4966.
Attention DPS Families! Elementary Class Lists (K-5) will be posted on Wednesday, August 6th at 3:00pm.
Attention DPS Families! Open Houses are in a few short weeks!
Here are the dates for Washington Elementary School:
Monday, August 11th, 2025
4:00pm-5:00pm 1st Grade Only
Wednesday, August 13th, 2025
7:45am-4pm Kindergarten
(These are scheduled time slots, please check email for instructions for Sign Up Genius)
Here are the dates for Washington Elementary School:
Monday, August 11th, 2025
4:00pm-5:00pm 1st Grade Only
Wednesday, August 13th, 2025
7:45am-4pm Kindergarten
(These are scheduled time slots, please check email for instructions for Sign Up Genius)
Come cool off with the Dixon Elementary School Principals on August 5th! Check out the flyer to find a location near you!
DPS #170 is Hiring at Thomas J. Dempsey Day School! See the attached graphic for more information. #BePurple
Ok, we are going to try again this week!! 🤞🏽🤞🏽🤞🏽for no rain! We hope to see you down at Dixon City Market this Wednesday to give Mrs. Ramirez a dunk into the icy cold water and get your 50/50 tickets! 💦
Free Summer meals for kids are still running through next week by DPS 170. Reminder: No meal this Thursday, June 19th due to the holiday. Also, please see the United Way flyer for information on Wednesday grab and go meals.
Attention DPS Families! Walk in Registration is July 24th, 2025. Returning students can go to the District Office and get help with online registration. New students can go to the District Office anytime to fill out paperwork. If you have any questions, reach out at 815-373-4966.
