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.
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.
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!
We would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to Dumas Pubic School District for providing snacks throughout the week and for the delicious cake and ice cream to wrap up Teacher Appreciation Week!
Another thank you as well to Merchants and Farmers Bank for the tasty donuts and to Simmons Bank for the generous basket of goodies. Your kindness and thoughtfulness made a big difference in our week!
Thank you to our wonderful nurses! Enjoy your day!
8th Grade Promotion Ceremony Friday May 16th at 9:00 am in the DMS Auditorium
Happy Teacher Appreciation Week!!
Amazing performances last night from the Dumas School Bands!
Our DMS beginner band rehearsing for their concert tonight at 6:30. Please come join us in support of our band students and enjoy some good music!
The Dumas School District will be closed Friday, April 18, 2025 and Monday, April 21, 2025 in observance of Good Friday and Good Monday. Classes will resume on Tuesday, April 22, 2025.
ATLAS Summative Testing Begins Tomorrow at DMS!
The Easter Bunny paid a delightful visit to the cafeteria today at DMS, spreading joy and cheer among the students and staff. It was a wonderful surprise!!
Third Nine Weeks Academic Awards Ceremony
Spring Break will take place from Monday, March 24, 2025 through Friday, March 28, 2025.
Torrey D. Tracy, Assistant Professor in the Department of Interior Design Fay Jones School of Architecture + Design, Sponsored by The Alex Foundation. Spoke with 8th grade students today about the versatile careers in architecture and design. The students completed activities where they designed layouts and 3D models of building structures.
We are thrilled to announce that the 2025 Family Night will take place on Thursday, April 10, 2025! We will have a student Art Exhibit, College Information, Healthcare information, and so much more. Come out and spend some family time with your Bobcat Family!
Weather update: 2 Hour Delay on 2/20/25.
Hazardous weather update.
DSD weather alerts will be delivered through district, campus websites, and social media platforms.
Please see attached DSD 1.14 Board Meeting Agenda Policy.
