DES NOVEMBER READING CHALLENGE!
The November reading challenge has began, forms have been distributed to all classes and either went home today or will go home tomorrow with students. The goal of the challenge is for you and your child/children to read together for at least 20 minutes a day. Each child can read to parents/family members/friends or you can read to your child. If the child is reading the book it can count for both the reading challenge and their AR book goal (Grades 2-5). If a parent does a read aloud, it will count for just the Home Reading Challenge.
Daily reading has many benefits for children. Reading boosts cognitive skills, expands vocabulary, enhances critical thinking, and helps develop concentration and memory.
To participate you can either enter your daily reading digitally online through the link below, or you may fill out the paper log that was sent home and return it on Tuesday, December 1st, 2026. You may enter once a day online PER DES STUDENT or you may turn in one log for each student (example - if you have two students at DES you would do two online entries a day or turn in two reading logs).
Please choose only one option during the month, either submit digitally or track on the paper log, but not both.
At the end of the challenge we will have a drawing for a Family Fun Basket with a book, the corresponding movie and more!
Students who read a minimum of 15 times for the month of November will get to attend a Hot Cocoa Party with Santa Claus in December!
If you have any questions call DES at 870-946-4651.
HAPPY READING!!!
Reading Challenge Daily Submission Online Form Link:https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScEcv4ZrjvksMXwFYJgCSFxzj0ncGJtTALKNTNLRv4trLAcuA/viewform
The November reading challenge has began, forms have been distributed to all classes and either went home today or will go home tomorrow with students. The goal of the challenge is for you and your child/children to read together for at least 20 minutes a day. Each child can read to parents/family members/friends or you can read to your child. If the child is reading the book it can count for both the reading challenge and their AR book goal (Grades 2-5). If a parent does a read aloud, it will count for just the Home Reading Challenge.
Daily reading has many benefits for children. Reading boosts cognitive skills, expands vocabulary, enhances critical thinking, and helps develop concentration and memory.
To participate you can either enter your daily reading digitally online through the link below, or you may fill out the paper log that was sent home and return it on Tuesday, December 1st, 2026. You may enter once a day online PER DES STUDENT or you may turn in one log for each student (example - if you have two students at DES you would do two online entries a day or turn in two reading logs).
Please choose only one option during the month, either submit digitally or track on the paper log, but not both.
At the end of the challenge we will have a drawing for a Family Fun Basket with a book, the corresponding movie and more!
Students who read a minimum of 15 times for the month of November will get to attend a Hot Cocoa Party with Santa Claus in December!
If you have any questions call DES at 870-946-4651.
HAPPY READING!!!
Reading Challenge Daily Submission Online Form Link:https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScEcv4ZrjvksMXwFYJgCSFxzj0ncGJtTALKNTNLRv4trLAcuA/viewform
November Events at DES
November 11th - 4th Grade Veterans Day Musical - 1:30 pm
November 16th - 20th - 5th Grade Hunters Ed - be looking out for information coming home soon!
November 23rd - 27th - Thanksgiving Break
November 11th - 4th Grade Veterans Day Musical - 1:30 pm
November 16th - 20th - 5th Grade Hunters Ed - be looking out for information coming home soon!
November 23rd - 27th - Thanksgiving Break
A big THANK YOU to our school board member, Mr. James O’Neal, for stopping by to read “I Promise” by LeBron James to Ms. Leslie’s Kindergarten class! 🏀📖 Our little learners loved having a special guest reader!
Thank you, Mr. O’Neal, for pouring into our students and reminding them to dream BIG and believe in themselves! 🌟❤️
Thank you, Mr. O’Neal, for pouring into our students and reminding them to dream BIG and believe in themselves! 🌟❤️
Charli Simpson's artwork has been selected to represent DeWitt Elementary School on a Christmas tree at the Arkansas State Capitol this holiday season!
The Arkansas Division of Elementary & Secondary Education sponsors the Natural State Ornament Project to highlight the artistic talents of Arkansas students and celebrate the rich heritage of our state and its official symbols. This year’s theme was “Symbols of Our State”. Each school could submit just one piece of artwork to be made into an ornament that will be displayed.
Charli’s artwork features the Arkansas State Butterfly - the Diana fritillary. She used pencil and watercolor to complete her work in the art classroom after viewing photos and a diagram of the butterfly.
The Natural State Ornament Project’s tree is scheduled to be on display from November 16, 2026, through early January 2027. After its display, Charli will be given her ornament as a keepsake.
The Arkansas Division of Elementary & Secondary Education sponsors the Natural State Ornament Project to highlight the artistic talents of Arkansas students and celebrate the rich heritage of our state and its official symbols. This year’s theme was “Symbols of Our State”. Each school could submit just one piece of artwork to be made into an ornament that will be displayed.
Charli’s artwork features the Arkansas State Butterfly - the Diana fritillary. She used pencil and watercolor to complete her work in the art classroom after viewing photos and a diagram of the butterfly.
The Natural State Ornament Project’s tree is scheduled to be on display from November 16, 2026, through early January 2027. After its display, Charli will be given her ornament as a keepsake.
Our students rocked the October Home Reading Challenge!
They read for a total of 33, 700 minutes at home! Which equals 562 hours or 23 1/2 days! All that was done by 94 students in grades K - 5, imagine how many days it would equal if even more students participated!
In November, if a student logs a minimum of 15 days of reading at home on the home reading challenge log (the paper or digital log) they will get to attend a Hot Cocoa and Popcorn Party with Santa!!
We can't wait to see what our students do this month!
They read for a total of 33, 700 minutes at home! Which equals 562 hours or 23 1/2 days! All that was done by 94 students in grades K - 5, imagine how many days it would equal if even more students participated!
In November, if a student logs a minimum of 15 days of reading at home on the home reading challenge log (the paper or digital log) they will get to attend a Hot Cocoa and Popcorn Party with Santa!!
We can't wait to see what our students do this month!
Our Book Fair is coming, and we need some amazing humans to help make the magic happen! (December 7th-11th)
We’re looking for some awesome volunteers to help our students find their next favorite book, keep things running smoothly, and make the book fair extra FUN!
Click the link below to sign up!
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd2cpD14_GpEFLpIWbUYghBmyqJUaIXyfIUrfOzIfVAiKp-qA/viewform
Measuring in Second Grade! 📏
This week, Ms. Ahrens’ class explored measurement through hands-on learning experiences using math manipulatives and measurement tools! Students practiced measuring length in centimeters, comparing measurements, and applying their understanding of standard units of measurement.
To extend our learning, students measured their own heights in centimeters and created a collaborative flower display to represent and compare their measurements! 🌸🌼
We are building foundational math skills through hands-on exploration, mathematical reasoning, and real-world applications!
This week, Ms. Ahrens’ class explored measurement through hands-on learning experiences using math manipulatives and measurement tools! Students practiced measuring length in centimeters, comparing measurements, and applying their understanding of standard units of measurement.
To extend our learning, students measured their own heights in centimeters and created a collaborative flower display to represent and compare their measurements! 🌸🌼
We are building foundational math skills through hands-on exploration, mathematical reasoning, and real-world applications!
Mrs. Vanessa’s class enjoyed participating in Red Ribbon Week! We are red-y to be drug free, putting drugs to sleep, and saying Boo to drugs!
The Scholastic Book Fair is coming to our school! December 7th-11th. Check here for announcements and opportunities to volunteer. Visit the Book Fair website for more information and be sure to check out the 360* virtual tour and explore upcoming books and watch video book trailers! See you in December!
Students in Miss Madison’s 5th grade math class have been working on fractions as quotients and fraction multiplication. To end this unit, students got to participate in this fun activity with a sweet treat at the end.
Miss Leah’s class was spot-on for Disney Day during Homecoming Week! 🐶🐾 We dressed up as the cutest little crew of 101 Dalmatians and carried our theme into a fun-filled day of learning!
📚 Reading: We read 101 Dalmatians and discussed the setting, characters, author’s purpose, and sequence of events in the story.
✏️ Writing: We completed a step-by-step directed drawing of a Dalmatian! Our little artists followed along to create their own dogs and then wrote a sentence about their furry friends! 🐶🎨
🔢 Math: We put our Dalmatian counters to work as we solved two math word problems! 🐾
❤️ From reading and writing to counting spots, our little Dalmatians were busy learning all day!
We had a PAW-sitively wonderful day! 🐾🐶❤️🖤
#DisneyDay #101Dalmatians #HomecomingWeek #KindergartenFun #LearningIsFun
📚 Reading: We read 101 Dalmatians and discussed the setting, characters, author’s purpose, and sequence of events in the story.
✏️ Writing: We completed a step-by-step directed drawing of a Dalmatian! Our little artists followed along to create their own dogs and then wrote a sentence about their furry friends! 🐶🎨
🔢 Math: We put our Dalmatian counters to work as we solved two math word problems! 🐾
❤️ From reading and writing to counting spots, our little Dalmatians were busy learning all day!
We had a PAW-sitively wonderful day! 🐾🐶❤️🖤
#DisneyDay #101Dalmatians #HomecomingWeek #KindergartenFun #LearningIsFun
Congratulations to our October 2026 Dragons of Greatness at DES!
The students selected each month for Dragons of Greatness exhibit these characteristics:
D - Dependable
R - Responsible
A - Acts of Kindness
G - Good Friend
O - Outstanding Work
N - Nice to Others
S - Star Student
Congratulations to our October Dragons of Greatness!
The students selected each month for Dragons of Greatness exhibit these characteristics:
D - Dependable
R - Responsible
A - Acts of Kindness
G - Good Friend
O - Outstanding Work
N - Nice to Others
S - Star Student
Congratulations to our October Dragons of Greatness!
The DeWitt Chamber invites all students to come Trick or Treat on the square!
DES Fall Parties are today!
Pre-K - 11:45 am - Classrooms
Kindergarten - 11:30 am - Classrooms
1st Grade - 12:15 pm - Classrooms
2nd Grade - 12:45 pm - Classrooms
3rd Grade - 1:45 pm - Classrooms
4th Grade - 1:00 pm - Cafeteria
5th Grade - 1:30 pm - Cafeteria
Pre-K - 11:45 am - Classrooms
Kindergarten - 11:30 am - Classrooms
1st Grade - 12:15 pm - Classrooms
2nd Grade - 12:45 pm - Classrooms
3rd Grade - 1:45 pm - Classrooms
4th Grade - 1:00 pm - Cafeteria
5th Grade - 1:30 pm - Cafeteria
The DeWitt Band Parents will have Homecoming ribbons for sale tomorrow at DES. The ribbons will be $2 each. They will have 100 ribbons to sell and will be selling them in Mrs. Meagan's classroom at 7:45 am before school starts tomorrow. Please bring exact change if possible.
The DeWitt School District is seeking an assistant teacher for the DeWitt ABC Preschool Program. Job responsibilities include: educational instruction, playground and classroom supervision, documentation and report preparation and parent engagement. Qualified applicants must have a Child Development Associate certification (CDA) or an Associate degree (AA) in Early Childhood Education. Applicants must also pass a background check and must also pass the Arkansas Paraprofessional Exam.
Please contact carrieashcraft@dewittdragons.net for more information. Applications can be picked up at DeWitt School District Administration Office, DeWitt Elementary School or found online at https://www.dewittdragons.net/page/employment
Please contact carrieashcraft@dewittdragons.net for more information. Applications can be picked up at DeWitt School District Administration Office, DeWitt Elementary School or found online at https://www.dewittdragons.net/page/employment
Don't forget, Homecoming Dress Up Days start tomorrow!
Dress up days are as follows:
Tuesday October 20th - Class Color Day - Wear your class color from head to toe! (refer to the graphic for your students homeroom class color)
Wednesday October 21st - Disney Day - Break out your favorite Disney inspired outfit and bring a little magic to the halls! NO MASKS
Thursday October 22nd - Decade Day - Pick your favorite decade and dress to represent it!
Friday October 23rd - Blue & Gold Day - Show your dragon Pride and wear blue and gold from head to toe!
Dress up days are as follows:
Tuesday October 20th - Class Color Day - Wear your class color from head to toe! (refer to the graphic for your students homeroom class color)
Wednesday October 21st - Disney Day - Break out your favorite Disney inspired outfit and bring a little magic to the halls! NO MASKS
Thursday October 22nd - Decade Day - Pick your favorite decade and dress to represent it!
Friday October 23rd - Blue & Gold Day - Show your dragon Pride and wear blue and gold from head to toe!
Red Ribbon Week is coming soon!
Learning to read is a journey, and every child develops reading skills at their own pace. For children who find reading challenging, the support they receive at home can make a meaningful difference. There are simple, practical ways families can build reading skills and confidence at home while reinforcing skills taught in interventions, such as Take Flight.
Our goal is to make reading practice feel encouraging, manageable and positive– because EVERY small step forward is worth celebrating!
Our goal is to make reading practice feel encouraging, manageable and positive– because EVERY small step forward is worth celebrating!
September was an amazing start to our Monthly Home Reading Challenges!
During September we had 1,586 entries which is equal to 31, 720 minutes of reading or 529 Hours or 22 days of reading!
The goal of the home reading challenge is to read at home at least 20 minutes a day.
Students that logged at least 12 days of reading at home participated in a Snow Cone Party on Monday!
Just watch this video to see all of their smiling faces! https://youtu.be/qW2Qv6jPwz0
During September we had 1,586 entries which is equal to 31, 720 minutes of reading or 529 Hours or 22 days of reading!
The goal of the home reading challenge is to read at home at least 20 minutes a day.
Students that logged at least 12 days of reading at home participated in a Snow Cone Party on Monday!
Just watch this video to see all of their smiling faces! https://youtu.be/qW2Qv6jPwz0
