Drauden Point Middle School -

Mindful, Intentional, and Empowered:

Success in Progress

The DPNews is updated once a week on Tuesdays.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Tuesday, April 21st, 2026

IMPORTANT

Fee waiver forms

BOOK FAIR

Scholastic Book Fair Link

Book Fair will be open through Thursday, April 23rd.  If you would like to add money to your child's Scholastic E-wallet account  or buy books, set up an account at his link.  CLICK here. 

Book Fair will be open during the Art Show on Tuesday, April 21st from 4:30 to 6:30 pm for families to come shop.

CONCESSIONS HELP

We need you!

We need help selling concessions for the remaining boys Volleyball games. The money earned goes to help support the end of year celebrations and Teacher Appreciation Week. If you can help please click on the Signupgenius link. Thank you for your support!

CONCESSIONS BOYS VOLLEYBALL

PSHS BAND BOOSTERS JAZZ CAFE

Fundraiser benefitting PSHS, Drauden, and Aux Sable.

Thursday, April 23,2026 At PSHS Cafeteria and AUditorium. Doors open at 5:30pm. Will highlight PSHS JAzz band, Drauden Jazz Band, and Aux Sable Jazz Band. and featured student performers.

AGENDA BOOK CONTEST

Panthers show your Panther Pride and creat a cover for next year's agenda book! See flyer for details. All grades welcome to submit.

ATTENTION 8th GRADE PARENTS

Attention 8th Grade Parents:

1st ANNUAL FRIENDSHIP WALK

Modeled after the Best Buddies Walk, this event is all about Inclusion in Action: bringing together students, families, and staff to celebrate belonging, connection, and the beautiful diversity within our school.

Event is Saturday, May 2nd from 10:00AM–1:00PM, cost is $5.00 prior to May 2nd, and $10 day of the event. T-shirts are no longer available. 

Families will come together at DPMS to:

• Walk together as a community

• Participate in fun activities (bracelets, games, inflatables, music & more!)

• Celebrate friendships - both old and new

• Enjoy a joyful, welcoming space where EVERYONE belongs

Why this means so much to us

This event was created with a bigger purpose in mind:

• To reach more of our own students and staff

• To involve more families in meaningful ways

• To strengthen the connections that make DP so special

• To celebrate and uplift our neurodivergent students

It’s a reminder that while our students may have different strengths and needs, we have far more in common than we do apart. This is about creating a space where everyone feels seen, valued, and celebrated.

Let’s make it a COMMUNITY event!

We truly want this to feel like a family event, and we would LOVE for you to be a part of it:

• Walking alongside our students and families

• Volunteering to help run activities (I’ll be attaching a sign-up form!)

• Spreading the word and helping us build excitement

See flyers for event details, registration, and t-shirt sales. REGISTRATION AND T-SHIRTS

YEARBOOK

As the flowers bloom and the school year winds down, it’s easy to forget how much has happened since August. From the first-day jitters and game-winning goals to those quiet moments in the hallway with best friends—the yearbook captures it all.

Don't let your student miss out on owning their piece of history. These years fly by, but the memories don't have to!

Why Order Now?

• Guaranteed Copy: We only order a limited number of extras. Buying now ensures your student won't be left out on distribution day.

• Signature Day: The yearbook is more than a book; it’s a social event! Make sure your student has a place for all those end-of-year messages.

ADMINISTRATION INFORMATION

IAR TESTING

Second semester brings many state required assessments. Below is our schedule of assessments as an FYI and and for planning purposes. Students being present during testing is so important to ensure they miss less class time during make ups.

We recognize our IAR dates fall during the month of Ramadan. Unfortunately, the testing window covers the same time period of Ramadan. We do test first thing in the morning each day. We want to work with and respect our Muslim families. If you prefer your student take the assessments with the make-ups after Spring Break, please let administration know.

iReady Spring Assessments

May 6th & 7th

8th GRADE PROMOTION INFORMATION

Promotion is: Tuesday, May 19th, 2026 at PSHS. Ceramony starts at 5:00pm sharp. Students should arrive at PSHS at 4:30pm. Please read the 8th Grade Promotion letter from the link below for important details.

8th grade families please review the attached letter in reguards to 8th grade promotion. It goes over important dates, expectations, and other important information.

There is also a link to purchase Promotion Day flowers/gifts for your student.

Thank you.

8th Grade Promotion Letter

PROMOTION FLOWERS LINK

GRADUATION PHOTOS

Register for your graduation ceremony photos and get 20% OFF!

Receive a coupon for 20% off when you register before graduation Day.

Visit Gradimages.com/Registration for details.

PHOTO FLYER

SPORTS

All athletic and sport physical questions reach out to Mrs. Hall at: Thall@psd202.org or 815-577-4995

Click here for Athletic Information

See calendar at the top of communication for game dates.

BOYS VOLLEYBALL

GIRLS SOCCER

TRACK AND FIELD

CONNIE

Connie's Instagram?

Please help us support Connie this school year! 

Please see her Amazon wish list.

https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/Y3L222X7QI5G?ref_=wl_share

Thank you!

CLUBS:

Club passes are now available for purchase in the Main Office.  Club Passes are $10 cash/check, and are good for as many clubs as a student would like to participate in for the entire 25-26 school year.  Students need to show their pass to the club sponsor in order to join.

DP CLUB DISCRIPTIONS AND CONTACTS

DP CLUBS - DATES Dates are subject to change.

DRAMA CLUB

Mrs. Hefka and Mrs. Simonic

If you have any pictures that were taken from any of the shows, please email them to Mrs. Simonic at asimonic@psd202.org.

HOMEWORK CLUB & FRIDAY SCHOOL

Homework Club: Mrs. Delozier Friday School: Ms. Skogsberg

Homework Club is every Tuesday & Thursday from 3:00-3:45pm in room Homework Club is a quiet place for all students to complete schoolwork after school hours. It runs Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3:05-3:45pm in room 106. A teacher will be available to assist with work and answer any questions. Students can simply show up, sign in, and get to work. No club pass required. In cases of work completion concerns or excessive absence, attendance may be required by teachers, administrators, or parents.

For more information email Mrs. Delozier at: bdelozier@psd202.org.

Friday School is every Friday from 3:00-6:00pm in room 111.

Both are great ways for kids to get help with their homework with teacher assistance.

HOMEWORK CLUB FLYER

LEADERSHIP CLUB

Mrs. Loats

Student Leadership Club will be meeting after school on Wednesday, May 6th, in room 104 from 3-3:45pm .

Leadership club is a place where you can take initiative and be a leader for our peers and our school! Everyone is welcome! For more information about Leadership club, don't hesitate to email Mrs. Loats at jloats@psd202.org.

MULTICULTURAL CLUB

Mrs. Ponce

Meeting: Wednesday, May 6th in room 138 from 3-3:30pm.

MULTICULTURAL Flyer

SPIRIT CLUB

Ms. Blomquist & Mrs. Rainford

CLUB FUSE

Ms. Koziol and Mrs. Leming

Thursdays from 3:00-3:30pm in room 129. Parents please pick up kids in front of Drauden Point at end time.

Next Meeting: Thursday, May 14th, end of year party!

What is Club Fuse?

Members include students of both neurotypical and neurodiverse populations at

DPMS. We focus on forming meaningful friendships and practicing various life and social skills in a relaxed setting. Our buddies take pride in leading a movement for inclusion and acceptance within our school and our community!

CLUB FUSE FLYER

GAME CLUB

Ms. Koziol and Mrs. Lemming

Love games? Want to hang out and have a blast after school? Come play awesome games with friends and make new ones!

📅 When: Tuesday, May 5th, last get together
📍 Where: Room 112
⏰ Time: 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Don’t miss out on the fun — see you there!

GAME CLUB FLYER

NATIONAL JUNIOR HONOR SOCIETY

Advisers: Mrs. Licata & Mrs. Weber

Next meeting Thursday, April 23rd and April from 3-4 pm, and in the library. Thursday, April 23rd is the last day to turn in service hours.

COOKING CLUB

Ms. Rice

April 27th May cooking sign-ups open.

May 4th, cooking sign-up due.

See Ms. Rice for the Google Classroom code.

Let's get cooking!🍳🥳

BOOK CLUB

Mrs. Licata

INTRAMURALS

Mr. Gardner

Tuesdays: 3-3:45pm and Fridays: 7-7:45am.

STUDENT SUPPORT CENTER

Please help us restock or prize cabinet! We gave everything out at the winter celebration.

https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/VBNPOZ66NUGE?ref_=wl_share

STUDY HALL ACTIVITIES COMING UP

Next Trivia during study halls starting Wednesday, April 15th.

DONATIONS

Please help support our Drauden Point students!

Please help support the Student Support Center with donations for our room, and fun lunchroom events. If you are able to help please follow the link to our Amazon Wish List. We can always use small bite size candy, and large candy (candy bars, airhead extremes, sour patch kids, and Swedish fish), Gatorade and Jolly ranchers.

Thank you for your support.

https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/VBNPOZ66NUGE?ref_=wl_share

PTO

PTO MEMBERSHIP

Digital Membership Form: https://forms.gle/cvakYZsiCqu899Ey7

PTO paper membership Form

PTO MEETING

TBD

SOCIAL MEDIA

Check out our PTO Facebook group:

Drauden Point MS Panthers PTO 2025-26

CONCESSIONS 

Wrestling season is here and we can really use help with concession sales. We want to start selling hot food but need more help to do so. Please sign up to help us support the students. The kids get so excited to buy concessions at all our sporting events. Link to Sign-up

OLD NEWS

Please be sure to stay on top of your fees that are due.  If you are on a payment plan, the first payment was due on August 1st, the second payment was due on November 1st, and the final payment is due February 1st .  Click here to access the fee payment system.  If your family is struggling financially, please consider completing and submitting a fee waiver form.

MEALS AT DPMS

Did you know that all students at Drauden Point have the opportunity to get FREE breakfast and lunch? No sign up necessary. We have carts around the building for grab and go breakfast. Multiple lunch options are available to students in the cafeteria during grade level lunches. Please note: We also have al la carte options at a cost.

ARRIVAL AND DISMISSAL

SCHEDULES

Please find the Daily Bell Schedule and the A/B Day Schedule.

DROP OFF MAP

Please see the Drop Off Map attached.

PICTURE DAY

Don't Forget to Order This Year's School Pictures

ENJOY 10% OFF

your order!

CODE: F2510OFF

EXPIRES: July 31, 2026

Redeem Now

Don’t forget to order your FREE Digital Smile Safe card!

More about the Smile Safe program here.

JOLIET LIBRARY

Make reading FUN! Every student can get their own FREE student library card! See flyer for details.

JOLIET LIBRARY FLYER