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(4/1) The Easter Bunny has gone missing, and Mrs. Hodum's class is on the case! 🐰✨
Students wrote their own stories about his adventures and illustrated colorful scenes to bring their tales to life. They had a fun mix of mystery, imagination, and creativity!

(3/31) DTC had an unforgettable day at Kid’s Day at the University of Mississippi! Our students had an absolute blast cheering on the Ole Miss Rebels baseball team—bringing the energy, the spirit, and LOTS of loud cheers!
From sunshine and stadium snacks to big plays on the field, it was a day full of smiles, laughter, and school pride. These moments are what memories are made of!

(3/31) Fourth Grade Music Students present:
Echoes of America: Celebrating America's 250th Birthday!
Tuesday, April 28th at 6:00pm
**students should arrive at 5:45pm
This is a free event, all friends and family are invited!

(3/31) Beta Club members had a special opportunity to hear from Julia McDowell, who shared about the Pontotoc Farmers Market and the important role it plays in serving our community. She also encouraged students to find meaningful ways to give back and make a difference right where they are.
It was the perfect way to wrap up National Beta Week—a week centered on service, leadership, caring for others, and setting goals for the future!

(3/27) Our students lit up the day by meeting their 3rd nine weeks AR goals and earning a spot at a glow-in-the-dark dance party! 🕺💃 Neon lights, great music, and lots of smiles made it a celebration to remember.
We are so proud of their hard work and dedication to reading—keep shining bright! 🌟📚

(3/27) Students in Mrs. Hodum's class grew their literacy skills in their “Reading Garden” by practicing cause and effect and exploring unfamiliar words. They matched flowers with the correct pairs and added them to their garden, creating a fun, hands-on way to build comprehension and vocabulary. 🌸📚

(3/27) What a sweet surprise from Tallapoosa River Electric Cooperative after Mrs. Hodum's classes sent thank-you letters for helping restore power following Winter Storm Fern. As a teacher, Mrs. Hodum says her main goal was to help her students show genuine appreciation and gratitude to those who pour into our community. They are so thankful for the kindness in return—the students were absolutely thrilled to receive the goodies! Thank you TREC!! We truly appreciate all that you did for us during the storm and all the work you do every day in your line of work.

(3/27) Congratulations to the following students for receiving positive office referrals this week! Keep up the good work!

(3/25) Ms. Spicer’s class had a blast today preparing for the state test using Curipod! After uploading a passage, the platform turned it into an interactive, standards-based activity filled with movement, discussion, and even voting.
Students loved getting instant feedback to better understand their strengths and areas for growth—and they had so much fun, they kept asking for extra time!

(3/23) Gifted students recently wrapped up an incredible unit on Ancient China, and what a journey it has been! Throughout this unit, students explored the rich history, culture, and traditions of Ancient China in hands-on and meaningful ways.
Students expressed their learning through creative art projects, bringing elements like the Great Wall, dragons, and Chinese symbols to life. They also stepped into history by learning about daily life, inventions, and cultural traditions that still influence the world today.
One of the highlights was learning to play Mahjong, where students were challenged to think strategically, recognize patterns, and collaborate with one another. Their excitement and growth during this experience was amazing to watch!
They enjoyed a special field trip to China Capital, where students experienced Chinese culture through food—an opportunity to connect classroom learning to the real world.
To wrap up the unit, gifted teachers hosted a “Mahjong & Mingle” Family Night, where students proudly showcased their work, shared what they learned, and even taught their families how to play Mahjong. It was a wonderful evening celebrating learning, culture, and community.
We are so proud of our students for their curiosity, creativity, and enthusiasm throughout this unit!