DCHS Activities and Events March 30-April 4
Thank you to everyone that came out last week for the DCHS Art Show! Our students had a great time showing off their hard work, and it is great to see the community there to support them.
Here is a link to a video developed by students in the Video and Media Production class:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qvBH-hHq_qk
Here is a link to a video developed by students in the Video and Media Production class:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qvBH-hHq_qk
Congratulations to Quinn Sargent (President), Erikka Snow (Vice President), and Bree Johnston (Secretary) for their outstanding achievement at the Family, Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA) State Leadership Conference this past weekend!
These students earned a Silver Medal in their STAR Event, showcasing their hard work, leadership, and dedication to promoting FCCLA in our school.
We are incredibly proud of their accomplishment and the way they represented our school with excellence. Be sure to congratulate them when you see them!
These students earned a Silver Medal in their STAR Event, showcasing their hard work, leadership, and dedication to promoting FCCLA in our school.
We are incredibly proud of their accomplishment and the way they represented our school with excellence. Be sure to congratulate them when you see them!
Congratulations to the DCHS Academic Team for their performance in Glasgow today! Both teams from DCHS advanced to meet head-to-head in the final round of oral competition with Cruz Hagen, Jack Carter, Bella Thompson-Wynia, Grace Walter, and Roman Tuma coming home with the 1st place trophy!
The team also saw a lot of individual sucess:
Caleb Nicholls- 8th in Social Studies
Jack Carter- 1st in Science, 7th in Math
Roman Tuma- 6th in Science, 1st in Math, and 6th in English
Jace Gabbert- 5th in Science
Leyton Wade- 8th in Science
Cruz Hagen- 6th in English.
In addition, Jack was also the highest performing 11th grade overall!
Congratulations to everyone on the team, and GO DEVILS!!!
The team also saw a lot of individual sucess:
Caleb Nicholls- 8th in Social Studies
Jack Carter- 1st in Science, 7th in Math
Roman Tuma- 6th in Science, 1st in Math, and 6th in English
Jace Gabbert- 5th in Science
Leyton Wade- 8th in Science
Cruz Hagen- 6th in English.
In addition, Jack was also the highest performing 11th grade overall!
Congratulations to everyone on the team, and GO DEVILS!!!
FYI: STARTING EARLY MORNING OF WEDNESDAY, 3-25-26, THE SOUTHBOUND LANE OF KENDRICK AVENUE WILL BE CLOSED FROM SLOCUM ST TO ALLARD ST DUE TO A CITY WATER MAIN BREAK!!!
The Northbound lane will remain open at this time for bus traffic.
City crews will be working on the broken water main starting early morning until it is repaired and back in service. Sometimes these repairs can take hours or days. Crews may be working tomorrow evening or into the night. We will keep you updated as we get more information.
The water main break does not affect the school water supply.
Thank you!
The Northbound lane will remain open at this time for bus traffic.
City crews will be working on the broken water main starting early morning until it is repaired and back in service. Sometimes these repairs can take hours or days. Crews may be working tomorrow evening or into the night. We will keep you updated as we get more information.
The water main break does not affect the school water supply.
Thank you!
Art in Science! 🖌️🔬
Mr. Pagawisan's Sophomore Biology class recently took on the Special Species Activity, where creativity met science! Students randomly selected cards containing Latin and English words from five categories: number, animal, body part, color, and trait.
Using the English words, they crafted unique common names for their imagined species, while the Latin words helped them create scientific names. But the fun didn’t stop there! In the second part of the activity, students brought their species to life through detailed illustrations on the five cards, complete with habitat, diet, and life expectancy.
The results? A showcase of imagination, scientific thinking, and creativity as students blended taxonomy with artistic expression. Great job, young biologists! 🦎🌱🦜
Mr. Pagawisan's Sophomore Biology class recently took on the Special Species Activity, where creativity met science! Students randomly selected cards containing Latin and English words from five categories: number, animal, body part, color, and trait.
Using the English words, they crafted unique common names for their imagined species, while the Latin words helped them create scientific names. But the fun didn’t stop there! In the second part of the activity, students brought their species to life through detailed illustrations on the five cards, complete with habitat, diet, and life expectancy.
The results? A showcase of imagination, scientific thinking, and creativity as students blended taxonomy with artistic expression. Great job, young biologists! 🦎🌱🦜
Glendive Public Schools is hosting the Child Find Developmental Screening for children aged birth through 6 years old that are not yet enrolled in Kindergarten. Please reach out to the GPS District Office with any questions or to schedule an appointment for screening.
On Tuesday, March 24th, DCHS is hosting our second Vitaltalent blood drive of the year. Our region is considered to be in a "severe shortage," so every pint of blood donated at drives like ours is so important.
If you are over 16 and interested in donating, please click the link below to register for a donation shift. Side note: if you are under 18, please stop by the school office to pick up a permission form.
This drive is open to students, staff, and the great Glendive Community. Please consider helping us make this drive successful. If you have any questions, speak to or email Ms. Fawns.
https://donors.vitalant.org/dwp/portal/dwa/appointment/guest/phl/timeSlotsExtr?token=4hhQ%2BvO4%2B8u7KIVYaLWDoSNBWNQ1JM6LtiIAXFQZcYc%3D
If you are over 16 and interested in donating, please click the link below to register for a donation shift. Side note: if you are under 18, please stop by the school office to pick up a permission form.
This drive is open to students, staff, and the great Glendive Community. Please consider helping us make this drive successful. If you have any questions, speak to or email Ms. Fawns.
https://donors.vitalant.org/dwp/portal/dwa/appointment/guest/phl/timeSlotsExtr?token=4hhQ%2BvO4%2B8u7KIVYaLWDoSNBWNQ1JM6LtiIAXFQZcYc%3D
DCHS Events and Activities March 23-28
🌱 Exploring Transpiration in Mr. Pagawisan’s Advanced Biology Class! 🔬
The Advanced Biology students had a hands-on learning experience with a Celery Transpiration Experiment! 🥬💧 They observed how water moves through a plant’s vascular system using a solution of water and food color.
After letting the celery stalk sit in the solution for 2 days, they noticed the leaves changed color 🌿🟡—a clear sign of water movement! Under the microscope 🔬, they identified key vascular tissues like the xylem and phloem.
By dissecting the celery, they traced the vascular bundle where the liquid traveled. 🍃—proof of transpiration in action!
The Advanced Biology students had a hands-on learning experience with a Celery Transpiration Experiment! 🥬💧 They observed how water moves through a plant’s vascular system using a solution of water and food color.
After letting the celery stalk sit in the solution for 2 days, they noticed the leaves changed color 🌿🟡—a clear sign of water movement! Under the microscope 🔬, they identified key vascular tissues like the xylem and phloem.
By dissecting the celery, they traced the vascular bundle where the liquid traveled. 🍃—proof of transpiration in action!
DCHS Announcements Thursday March 19, 2026:
Lunch for Today: Hot Ham & Cheese sandwich with potato, veggie, fruit and milk or SALAD BAR
Lunch for Monday: Orange Chicken with egg roll, asian veggie rice, fruit and milk or SALAD BAR
Trading Card Kids: You have a meeting today in the library - Food provided.
Students check out the lost and found items under the table. What is left on Thursday after school will go to the attic. Thanks
Juniors and Seniors:The representative from Dickinson State University will be visiting the DCHS counseling office on Monday, March 23 at 9:15 am. If you would like to visit with this rep and need a pass, please see Mrs. Hoffer before school that morning.
Seniors: The Jostens Rep will be here today 3/19 from 11:30-1:00 to deliver attire and announcements to the senior class.
Monday 3-23-26 Bus 4 will not run its AM or PM routes
Students: if you are interested in learning more about the US Army National Guard, there is a sign up sheet in the office. Please write down your name and contact information, and Sergeant Steinke will get in touch with you to answer any questions you may have and discuss the opportunities that the National Guard can provide.
DCHS Key Club will host a Vitalant School Blood Drive on March 24th. The Blood Drive is open to school staff and students. If you are 16 or older and wish to donate blood, see the sign-up sheet in the office for an available time slot. The permission forms, which are very important for those under the age of 18, are in a stack next to the sign-up sheet. If you have any questions, please visit with Ms. Fawns.
If you are planning to bring an out of School guest to Prom there is a permission slip in the principal's office. They are due back to the office NO LATER THAN TODAY Thursday March 19th.
Lunch for Today: Hot Ham & Cheese sandwich with potato, veggie, fruit and milk or SALAD BAR
Lunch for Monday: Orange Chicken with egg roll, asian veggie rice, fruit and milk or SALAD BAR
Trading Card Kids: You have a meeting today in the library - Food provided.
Students check out the lost and found items under the table. What is left on Thursday after school will go to the attic. Thanks
Juniors and Seniors:The representative from Dickinson State University will be visiting the DCHS counseling office on Monday, March 23 at 9:15 am. If you would like to visit with this rep and need a pass, please see Mrs. Hoffer before school that morning.
Seniors: The Jostens Rep will be here today 3/19 from 11:30-1:00 to deliver attire and announcements to the senior class.
Monday 3-23-26 Bus 4 will not run its AM or PM routes
Students: if you are interested in learning more about the US Army National Guard, there is a sign up sheet in the office. Please write down your name and contact information, and Sergeant Steinke will get in touch with you to answer any questions you may have and discuss the opportunities that the National Guard can provide.
DCHS Key Club will host a Vitalant School Blood Drive on March 24th. The Blood Drive is open to school staff and students. If you are 16 or older and wish to donate blood, see the sign-up sheet in the office for an available time slot. The permission forms, which are very important for those under the age of 18, are in a stack next to the sign-up sheet. If you have any questions, please visit with Ms. Fawns.
If you are planning to bring an out of School guest to Prom there is a permission slip in the principal's office. They are due back to the office NO LATER THAN TODAY Thursday March 19th.
🧬 Survive, Adapt, or Perish! 🦖
Mr. Pagawisan’s Sophomore Biology class put evolution to the test with a custom "Evolve or Perish" board game!
Think Snakes and Ladders, but with a scientific twist. 🐍🪜 As students navigated the board, landing on a "Period" space meant drawing their evolutionary fate: an Adaptation Card to boost their species' survival chances, or an Environmental Challenge Card that could set them back!
It was a fantastic way to see natural selection in action, sparking great discussions on how specific traits help organisms survive in shifting environments. Who knew surviving the Ice Age could be this competitive? 🌍🧊
Mr. Pagawisan’s Sophomore Biology class put evolution to the test with a custom "Evolve or Perish" board game!
Think Snakes and Ladders, but with a scientific twist. 🐍🪜 As students navigated the board, landing on a "Period" space meant drawing their evolutionary fate: an Adaptation Card to boost their species' survival chances, or an Environmental Challenge Card that could set them back!
It was a fantastic way to see natural selection in action, sparking great discussions on how specific traits help organisms survive in shifting environments. Who knew surviving the Ice Age could be this competitive? 🌍🧊
DCHS Announcements Wednesday March 18:
Lunch for Today: Tatertot casserole with bread, veggie, fruit and milk or SALAD BAR
Lunch for Tomorrow: Hot Ham & Cheese sandwich with potato, veggie, fruit and milk or SALAD BAR
Trading Card Kids: You have a meeting Thursday in the library - Food provided.
Students check out the lost and found items under the table. What is left on Thursday after school will go to the attic. Thanks
Juniors and Seniors:The representative from Dickinson State University will be visiting the DCHS counseling office on Monday, March 23 at 9:15 am. If you would like to visit with this rep and need a pass, please see Mrs. Hoffer before school that morning.
Seniors: The Jostens Rep will be here tomorrow 3/19 from 11:30-1:00 to deliver attire and announcements to the senior class.
Students: There will be a rep from Montana State University stopping at DCHS tomorrow, March 19th, at 10am to discuss the Hilleman Scholarship program. If you are interested in learning more about this opportunity, and need a pass, please see Mrs. Hoffer.
Thursday 3-19-26 Bus 3 will not run its AM route - Bus 7 will not run its AM or PM routes & Bus 1 will not run its pm route.
Students: if you are interested in learning more about the US Army National Guard, there is a sign up sheet in the office. Please write down your name and contact information, and Sergeant Steinke will get in touch with you to answer any questions you may have and discuss the opportunities that the National Guard can provide.
DCHS Key Club will host a Vitalant School Blood Drive on March 24th. The Blood Drive is open to school staff and students. If you are 16 or older and wish to donate blood, see the sign-up sheet in the office for an available time slot. The permission forms, which are very important for those under the age of 18, are in a stack next to the sign-up sheet. If you have any questions, please visit with Ms. Fawns.
If you are planning to bring an out of School guest to Prom there is a permission slip in the principal's office. They are due back to the office NO LATER THAN TOMORROW Thursday March 19th.
Lunch for Today: Tatertot casserole with bread, veggie, fruit and milk or SALAD BAR
Lunch for Tomorrow: Hot Ham & Cheese sandwich with potato, veggie, fruit and milk or SALAD BAR
Trading Card Kids: You have a meeting Thursday in the library - Food provided.
Students check out the lost and found items under the table. What is left on Thursday after school will go to the attic. Thanks
Juniors and Seniors:The representative from Dickinson State University will be visiting the DCHS counseling office on Monday, March 23 at 9:15 am. If you would like to visit with this rep and need a pass, please see Mrs. Hoffer before school that morning.
Seniors: The Jostens Rep will be here tomorrow 3/19 from 11:30-1:00 to deliver attire and announcements to the senior class.
Students: There will be a rep from Montana State University stopping at DCHS tomorrow, March 19th, at 10am to discuss the Hilleman Scholarship program. If you are interested in learning more about this opportunity, and need a pass, please see Mrs. Hoffer.
Thursday 3-19-26 Bus 3 will not run its AM route - Bus 7 will not run its AM or PM routes & Bus 1 will not run its pm route.
Students: if you are interested in learning more about the US Army National Guard, there is a sign up sheet in the office. Please write down your name and contact information, and Sergeant Steinke will get in touch with you to answer any questions you may have and discuss the opportunities that the National Guard can provide.
DCHS Key Club will host a Vitalant School Blood Drive on March 24th. The Blood Drive is open to school staff and students. If you are 16 or older and wish to donate blood, see the sign-up sheet in the office for an available time slot. The permission forms, which are very important for those under the age of 18, are in a stack next to the sign-up sheet. If you have any questions, please visit with Ms. Fawns.
If you are planning to bring an out of School guest to Prom there is a permission slip in the principal's office. They are due back to the office NO LATER THAN TOMORROW Thursday March 19th.
We’re Hiring at Dawson County High School!
DCHS is looking for passionate educators to join our team in the following areas:
*Science
*English
*Family & Consumer Sciences (FACS)
If you’re committed to student success, love building relationships, and want to be part of a supportive, positive school community—we want to hear from you!
Come make a difference with us!
DCHS is looking for passionate educators to join our team in the following areas:
*Science
*English
*Family & Consumer Sciences (FACS)
If you’re committed to student success, love building relationships, and want to be part of a supportive, positive school community—we want to hear from you!
Come make a difference with us!
DCHS Announcements Monday March 16, 2026:
Lunch for Today: Chicken fried steak w/mashed potatoes, dinner roll veggie, fruit and milk or SALAD BAR
Lunch for TUESDAY: Chalupa with rice pilaf, veggie, fruit and milk or SALAD BAR
Juniors and Seniors:The representative from Dickinson State University will be visiting the DCHS counseling office on Monday, March 23 at 9:15 am. If you would like to visit with this rep and need a pass, please see Mrs. Hoffer before school that morning.
Seniors: The Jostens Rep will be here Thursday 3/19 from 11:30-1:00 to deliver attire and announcements to the senior class.
Tuesday 3-17-26 Bus 3 will not run its AM route - Bus 5 will not run its AM or PM routes
Wednesday 3-18-26 Bus 3 will not run its AM route
Thursday 3-19-26 Bus 3 will not run its AM route - Bus 7 will not run its AM or PM routes & Bus 1 will not run its pm route.
Students: if you are interested in learning more about the US Army National Guard, there is a sign up sheet in the office. Please write down your name and contact information, and Sergeant Steinke will get in touch with you to answer any questions you may have and discuss the opportunities that the National Guard can provide.
DCHS Key Club will host a Vitalant School Blood Drive on March 24th. The Blood Drive is open to school staff and students. If you are 16 or older and wish to donate blood, see the sign-up sheet in the office for an available time slot. The permission forms, which are very important for those under the age of 18, are in a stack next to the sign-up sheet. If you have any questions, please visit with Ms. Fawns.
Squad Sports tux fittings dates and times will be:
Monday 3/16 after school
Additional times available by appointment. 406-377-2393
If you are planning to bring an out of School guest to Prom there is a permission slip in the principal's office. They are due back to the office NO LATER THAN Thursday March 19th.
Lunch for Today: Chicken fried steak w/mashed potatoes, dinner roll veggie, fruit and milk or SALAD BAR
Lunch for TUESDAY: Chalupa with rice pilaf, veggie, fruit and milk or SALAD BAR
Juniors and Seniors:The representative from Dickinson State University will be visiting the DCHS counseling office on Monday, March 23 at 9:15 am. If you would like to visit with this rep and need a pass, please see Mrs. Hoffer before school that morning.
Seniors: The Jostens Rep will be here Thursday 3/19 from 11:30-1:00 to deliver attire and announcements to the senior class.
Tuesday 3-17-26 Bus 3 will not run its AM route - Bus 5 will not run its AM or PM routes
Wednesday 3-18-26 Bus 3 will not run its AM route
Thursday 3-19-26 Bus 3 will not run its AM route - Bus 7 will not run its AM or PM routes & Bus 1 will not run its pm route.
Students: if you are interested in learning more about the US Army National Guard, there is a sign up sheet in the office. Please write down your name and contact information, and Sergeant Steinke will get in touch with you to answer any questions you may have and discuss the opportunities that the National Guard can provide.
DCHS Key Club will host a Vitalant School Blood Drive on March 24th. The Blood Drive is open to school staff and students. If you are 16 or older and wish to donate blood, see the sign-up sheet in the office for an available time slot. The permission forms, which are very important for those under the age of 18, are in a stack next to the sign-up sheet. If you have any questions, please visit with Ms. Fawns.
Squad Sports tux fittings dates and times will be:
Monday 3/16 after school
Additional times available by appointment. 406-377-2393
If you are planning to bring an out of School guest to Prom there is a permission slip in the principal's office. They are due back to the office NO LATER THAN Thursday March 19th.
DCHS Activities and Events March 16-21
Don't forget that tonight is the 5th Annual Washington Middle School STEAM Night! Come out and enjoy the evening while learning about the intersection between Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics! We hope to see you there!
ANNOUNCEMENT FROM TRANSPORTATION DEPARTMENT:
Bus #3:
3/9/2026 - No AM route
3/10/2026 - No AM route
3/11/2026 - No AM route
3/12/2026 - No AM route
Bus #4:
3/10/2026 - No PM route
Bus #5:
3/12/2026 - no AM or PM route
Bus #7:
3/12/2026 - no AM or PM route
GPS is still in desperate need of Bus Drivers and Substitute Bus Drivers. If you would like to drive for the District, please visit the GPS website or reach out the district office.
Bus #3:
3/9/2026 - No AM route
3/10/2026 - No AM route
3/11/2026 - No AM route
3/12/2026 - No AM route
Bus #4:
3/10/2026 - No PM route
Bus #5:
3/12/2026 - no AM or PM route
Bus #7:
3/12/2026 - no AM or PM route
GPS is still in desperate need of Bus Drivers and Substitute Bus Drivers. If you would like to drive for the District, please visit the GPS website or reach out the district office.
From Transportation Dept:
Thursday 3-12-26
Bus 7 will not run its AM or PM routes
Thursday 3-12-26
Bus 7 will not run its AM or PM routes
DCHS still has a limited number of 2025 and 2024 yearbooks available for sale.
• 2025 Yearbooks – $60
• 2024 Yearbooks – $40
(Cash or check only)
Please see the front office or Mr. Corbett in C102 to purchase.
The 2025–2026 yearbook is still on sale for $80 and can be purchased online (yearbookforever.com), or by cash or check.
• 2025 Yearbooks – $60
• 2024 Yearbooks – $40
(Cash or check only)
Please see the front office or Mr. Corbett in C102 to purchase.
The 2025–2026 yearbook is still on sale for $80 and can be purchased online (yearbookforever.com), or by cash or check.
