DSD Offices will be closed on Thursday, June 19, 2025, in observance of Juneteenth.
What the law requires:
Under the Bell-to-Bell No Cell Act:
• Students are prohibited from using or having access to personal
electronic devices, including cell phones and smart watches during
the school day, from the first bell to the last bell.
• This includes classrooms, hallways, restrooms, cafeterias and other
school spaces during instructional hours.
• Exemptions for health reasons, Individualized Education Programs
(IEPs), after school extracurricular activities and emergencies will be
honored with appropriate documentation and school approval.
• Each public-school district will be required to publish its cell phone
policy on its website.
Dumas School District’s Approach:
• Students must store phones upon arrival.
• Phone use will not be permitted between classes or during lunch.
• If a student violates the policy, the electronic device will be
confiscated and a parent or guardian may be required to retrieve the
device.
• Repeated violations may lead to additional consequences as outlined
in policy.
Staying Connected
We understand the importance of staying connected. If you need to reach your
child during the school day, please contact the school office. The policy will be
published in our handbook as well as on the district website.
We appreciate your support as we implement this change in accordance with
Arkansas state law. Together, we can create a learning environment where every
student is focused, safe and ready to succeed.
Happy Retirement to Mrs. Diane Dennis!
The District Guiding Coaltion Curriculum team paused for a moment during their end of the year planning meeting to celebrate Dr. Arthur Tucker, Executive Director of Curriculum and Instruction.
We celebrate Dr. Tucker's 42 years of service to schools, communities, and children! Shown from left to right surrounding Dr. Arthur Tucker (middle) are as follows: Dr. Vivian Evans, Reed Elementary principal; Ms. Tarji Anderson-Russell, CTE Coordinator; Mrs. Sandra Smith, Dyslexia Interventionist; Mrs. Takrya Williams-Hampton, Reed Elementary Instructional Facilitator; and Yolander D. Brown, Elementary Curriculum Specialist.
Back row left to right: Mr. Kris DeJarnette, Dumas High School principal, and Mr. Alvin Newburn, ALE Director.
Not pictured: Ms. LaWarn Rodgers, Middle School principal and a few other district leaders that were unable to attend at this time.
The Dumas School District will be closed on Monday, May 26, 2025, in observance of Memorial Day. Classes will resume on Tuesday, May 27, 2025. The last day of school will be Wednesday, May 28, 2025.
Summer EBT Program: $120 Benefit per Child and Application Details
As the school year draws to a close, Dumas School District would like to share important information about the Summer Electronic Benefit Transfer (Summer EBT) program, which provides a $120 benefit per eligible child to assist families in purchasing nutritious food during the summer.
Program Overview:
Benefit Amount: $120 per eligible child
• Purpose: To ensure children receive adequate nutrition during the summer break
Eligibility and Application Process:
• Automatic Eligibility: Families currently participating in SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) may automatically receive the Summer EBT benefit. They will receive a letter stating they will receive the benefit and do not need to apply.
• Application Required: Families not automatically enrolled are encouraged to apply to determine their eligibility. To apply or check eligibility status, families should visit the DHS website at ar.gov/summerebt the website provides detailed instructions and the necessary forms to complete the application process.
Summer EBT Call Center is open on May 1, 2025. 1-833-316-2421
***If a student received benefits last summer, the funds will be put on last year’s card. If you no longer have that card call EBT Line 1-800-997-9999 for a replacement card.***
An enormous thank you to DePaul Community Health Centers of Arkansas for providing physicals to the students of the Dumas School District. We appreciate your professional care and support!
Please help us to congratulate the following students in earning the Arkansas Biliteracy seal for our district: Stephanie, Gutierrez (10th), Alexa Garcia (12th) and Roberto Garcia (10th).
We would like to wish our Dumas School District Teachers a Happy Teachers Appreciation Week! We truly appreciate the love and dedication that each of you pour into our students on a daily basis.
Board approved calendar for the 2025-2026 school year.
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