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Fall Picture Retakes will be next Thursday, October 16th
Parent Teacher Conferences continue tonight from 4:00pm-7:30pm and will wrap up tomorrow, Friday, October 10th from 7:45am-11:00am
No School on Monday, October 13th due to Columbus Day
🌅 BREAKFAST🌅 Strong Bodies, Sharp Minds – grab a breakfast from the cafe’
⚡CHROMEBOOK REMINDER: Charge It Like You Mean It.! 🔋
✅ ATTENDANCE ✅ Strive for 90—Be Here to Succeed!
🏀 ATHLETICS & ACTIVITIES 🏀
Boys Basketball - https://5il.co/3pxuo
Click on the link for more information. Practice starts Monday, October 13 (full schedule to be handed out after first few days of practice by your coach) 6th Grade – 3:00pm – 4:45pm Madison Gym, 7th Grade –5:00 – 7:00pm Reagan Gym, and 8th Grade – 3:00pm – 4:45pm Reagan Gym
Cheer Practice
No Practice Today; Next week M-TH from 3:00pm-4:30pm – RMS Cafe’
Cross Country Practice
Practice @ Reagan – 2:45pm
Upcoming Athletic Events
Saturday, October 11th
Cross Country Boys and Girls Sectional at Winnebago – TBD
Saturday, October 18th
Cross Country Boys and Girls IESA State Meet in Normal – TBD
🎶 FINE ARTS
Woodlawn Arts Academy and Dixon Public School Proudly Present Our 2026 Winter Musical – Mary Poppins Jr. Please click on this link for more details Mary Poppins Jr. Information
📚 ACADEMICS & STUDENT SUCCESS📚
Homework Club – Open daily 2:45pm–3:15pm @ ALE/TechZone
📸 AROUND THE SCHOOL 📸
Washington D.C. Trip - Attention 8th graders! Don’t miss your chance to learn all about the Washington, DC trip! An informational meeting will be held on Thursday, October 16th at 6:00 pm in the RMS cafeteria. This trip is an amazing opportunity, so be sure to attend the meeting and find out more! If you have questions, see Ms. Becker.
RMS Halloween Dance is coming up on Friday, October 17th from 6 to 8 pm. Admission is $3.00. To attend, you must have no discipline referrals and at least 90% attendance from October 6th through the 17th. There will be a DJ, games, concessions, a costume contest, and even a pie-eating contest! Start planning your costumes now - it’s going to be a great night!
Art Club meets every Monday and Wednesday from 2:45pm-3:15pm in Mr. Taylors’ Room.
Drone Soccer meets every Tuesday from 2:45pm-4:00pm in the RMS Cafeteria
FCA will meet next Thursday morning at 7:20am in Room 228/229
Builders Club will meet on Wednesday, October 15th at 7:15am in room 139.
Royal Review will meet on Wednesday, October 15th from 2:45pm in room 139.
RMS Book Club will meet on Wednesday, October 15th in the RMS Library at 2:45pm.
Student Council will meet on Wednesday, October 22nd at 7:15am in room 139.
📅 FAMILY ENGAGEMENT📅
PTO Meetings (2025–2026): Oct 14, Dec 9, Jan 13, Feb 10, Mar 10, Apr 14, May 12 – All meetings via Zoom @ 6:30pm
PTO Fall Fundraiser runs October 3rd – 20th; Fannie Mae and Trash Bags. The fundraiser pick up date is November 19th and Madison School Door 15.
PTO Dine Out Night at McDonalds – Wednesday, October 22nd – 4pm-7pm
Reagan Royal Shop – 25% OFF Sitewide No Min. | Code HUDDLEUP25
YEARBOOKS
It’s the lowest price of the year; get your yearbook ordered today! ORDER HERE
⚽ COMMUNITY ⚽
Dixon Family YMCA Halloween Party – Saturday, October 25th - 6pm-8pm
💬 DAILY STUDENT AFFIRMATION 💬
I embrace my individuality.
I am focused and determined to succeed.
I am grateful for all the blessings in my life.
I communicate with kindness and respect.
I am proud of my hard work and dedication.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
I pledge allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America, and to the Republic, for which it stands, one Nation under God, indivisible, with Liberty and Justice for all.
💜 MAKE IT A GREAT DAY & #BEPURPLE!!! 💜


RMS Boys Basketball Reminder - Practice starts on Monday, October 13th. 6th grade will be in the Madison Gym from 3:00-4:30, 8th grade in the Reagan Gym from 3:00-4:45, and 7th grade in the Reagan Gym from 5:00-7:00. Before stepping on the court, athletes must be registered on https://schools.snap.app/dixonhs and a current physical must be on file in the RMS Office. 6th grade school physicals count for athletic physicals. 7th and 8th grade athletes must have a current physical. If athletes participated in DJD, please contact them to get your copy to submit to RMS. If you need a physical, same day physicals are offered at the local urgent or immediate care facilities. Athletes are not able to participate until they are registered and physicals are turned in. The $50 athletic fee is due before the first contest which will be taking place during the week of October 20th. Thank you!

RMS Daily Announcements for Wednesday, October 8th
RMS/Madison ALICE DRILL is this morning at 9:30am
½ Day Dismissal at 11:15am
Parent Teacher Conferences begin tonight from 4:00pm-7:30pm
🌅 BREAKFAST🌅 Strong Bodies, Sharp Minds – grab a breakfast from the cafe’
⚡CHROMEBOOK REMINDER: Charge It Like You Mean It.! 🔋
✅ ATTENDANCE ✅ Strive for 90—Be Here to Succeed!
🏀 ATHLETICS & ACTIVITIES 🏀
Boys Basketball - https://5il.co/3pxuo
Click on the link for more information. Practice starts Monday, October 13 (full schedule to be handed out after first few days of practice by your coach) 6th Grade – 3:00pm – 4:45pm Madison Gym, 7th Grade –5:00 – 7:00pm Reagan Gym, and 8th Grade – 3:00pm – 4:45pm Reagan Gym
Cheer Practice
RMS Cafe’ - 3:00pm
Cross Country Practice
Practice @ Reagan – 2:45pm
Upcoming Athletic Events
Saturday, October 11th
Cross Country Boys and Girls Sectional at Winnebago – TBD
Saturday, October 18th
Cross Country Boys and Girls IESA State Meet in Normal – TBD
🎶 FINE ARTS
Woodlawn Arts Academy and Dixon Public School Proudly Present Our 2026 Winter Musical – Mary Poppins Jr. Please click on this link for more details Mary Poppins Jr. Information
📚 ACADEMICS & STUDENT SUCCESS📚
Homework Club – Open daily 2:45pm–3:15pm @ ALE/TechZone
📸 AROUND THE SCHOOL 📸
Washington D.C. Trip - Attention 8th graders! Don’t miss your chance to learn all about the Washington, DC trip! An informational meeting will be held on Thursday, October 16th at 6:00 pm in the RMS cafeteria. This trip is an amazing opportunity, so be sure to attend the meeting and find out more! If you have questions, see Ms. Becker.
RMS Halloween Dance is coming up on Friday, October 17th from 6 to 8 pm. Admission is $3.00. To attend, you must have no discipline referrals and at least 90% attendance from October 6th through the 17th. There will be a DJ, games, concessions, a costume contest, and even a pie-eating contest! Start planning your costumes now - it’s going to be a great night!
Art Club meets every Monday and Wednesday from 2:45pm-3:15pm in Mr. Taylors’ Room.
Drone Soccer meets every Tuesday from 2:45pm-4:00pm in the RMS Cafeteria
FCA RMS/DHS Get-Together will take place in the RMS Cafe after school today, Wednesday, October 8th
Builders Club will meet on Wednesday, October 15th at 7:15am in room 139.
Royal Review will meet on Wednesday, October 15th from 2:45pm in room 139.
RMS Book Club will meet on Wednesday, October 15th in the RMS Library at 2:45pm.
Student Council will meet on Wednesday, October 22nd at 7:15am in room 139.
📅 FAMILY ENGAGEMENT📅
PTO Meetings (2025–2026): Oct 14, Dec 9, Jan 13, Feb 10, Mar 10, Apr 14, May 12 – All meetings via Zoom @ 6:30pm
PTO Fall Fundraiser runs October 3rd – 20th; Fannie Mae and Trash Bags. The fundraiser pick up date is November 19th and Madison School Door 15.
PTO Dine Out Night at McDonalds – Wednesday, October 22nd – 4pm-7pm
Reagan Royal Shop – 25% OFF Sitewide No Min. | Code HUDDLEUP25
YEARBOOKS
It’s the lowest price of the year; get your yearbook ordered today! ORDER HERE
⚽ COMMUNITY ⚽
Dixon Family YMCA Halloween Party – Saturday, October 25th - 6pm-8pm
💬 DAILY STUDENT AFFIRMATION 💬
I embrace my individuality.
I am focused and determined to succeed.
I am grateful for all the blessings in my life.
I communicate with kindness and respect.
I am proud of my hard work and dedication.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
I pledge allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America, and to the Republic, for which it stands, one Nation under God, indivisible, with Liberty and Justice for all.
💜 MAKE IT A GREAT DAY & #BEPURPLE!!! 💜


📅 Date: Thursday, October 16
🕕 Time: 6:00 PM
📍 Location: RMS Cafeteria
We’ll go over trip details, costs, important dates, and how to register. See you there!


RMS Daily Announcements for Tuesday, October 7th
🌅 BREAKFAST🌅 Strong Bodies, Sharp Minds – grab a breakfast from the cafe’
⚡CHROMEBOOK REMINDER: Charge It Like You Mean It.! 🔋
✅ ATTENDANCE ✅ Strive for 90—Be Here to Succeed!
🏀 ATHLETICS & ACTIVITIES 🏀
Boys Basketball - https://5il.co/3pxuo
Click on the link for more information. Practice starts Monday, October 13 (full schedule to be handed out after first few days of practice by your coach) 6th Grade – 3:00pm – 4:45pm Madison Gym, 7th Grade –5:00 – 7:00pm Reagan Gym, and 8th Grade – 3:00pm – 4:45pm Reagan Gym
Cheer Practice
No Practice Today; Practice on Wednesday at 3:00pm in the RMS Cafe’
Cross Country Practice
Practice @ Reagan – 2:45pm
Upcoming Athletic Events
Saturday, October 11th
Cross Country Boys and Girls Sectional at Winnebago – TBD
Saturday, October 18th
Cross Country Boys and Girls IESA State Meet in Normal - TBD
RMS Athletic Contest Admission and Location
All home volleyball, basketball, and wrestling contests for grades 6, 7 and 8 have an admission fee to enter. Adults = $2 and Students/Seniors = $1 Madison Gym Events – please use the staff parking lot at the back of the building and enter through Door 16. Reagan Gym Events – limited parking is available for entry near Door 6. Additional parking is preferred in our west parking lot directly across from Door 11 – Please use Door 8 for entry.
🎶 FINE ARTS
Woodlawn Arts Academy and Dixon Public School Proudly Present Our 2026 Winter Musical – Mary Poppins Jr. Please click on this link for more details Mary Poppins Jr. Information
📚 ACADEMICS & STUDENT SUCCESS📚
Homework Club – Open daily 2:45pm–3:15pm @ ALE/TechZone
📸 AROUND THE SCHOOL 📸
Art Club meets every Monday and Wednesday from 2:45pm-3:15pm in Mr. Taylors’ Room.
Drone Soccer meets every Tuesday from 2:45pm-4:00pm in the RMS Cafeteria
Student Council will meet on Wednesday, October 8th at 7:15am in room 139.
FCA RMS/DHS Get-Together will take place in the RMS Cafe after school this Wednesday, October 8th
Builders Club will meet on Wednesday, October 15th at 7:15am in room 139.
Royal Review will meet on Wednesday, October 15th from 2:45pm in room 139.
RMS Book Club will meet on Wednesday, October 15th in the RMS Library at 2:45pm.
RMS Halloween Dance is coming up on Friday, October 17th from 6 to 8 pm. Admission is $3.00. To attend, you must have no discipline referrals and at least 90% attendance from October 6th through the 17th. There will be a DJ, games, concessions, a costume contest, and even a pie-eating contest! Start planning your costumes now - it’s going to be a great night!
📅 FAMILY ENGAGEMENT📅
PTO Meetings (2025–2026): Oct 14, Dec 9, Jan 13, Feb 10, Mar 10, Apr 14, May 12 – All meetings via Zoom @ 6:30pm
PTO Fall Fundraiser runs October 3rd – 20th; Fannie Mae and Trash Bags. The fundraiser pick up date is November 19th and Madison School Door 15.
PTO Dine Out Night at McDonalds – Wednesday, October 22nd – 4pm-7pm
Reagan Royal Shop – 25% OFF Sitewide No Min. | Code HUDDLEUP25
YEARBOOKS
It’s the lowest price of the year; get your yearbook ordered today! ORDER HERE
⚽ COMMUNITY ⚽
Dixon Family YMCA Halloween Party – Saturday, October 25th - 6pm-8pm
💬 DAILY STUDENT AFFIRMATION 💬
I embrace my individuality.
I am focused and determined to succeed.
I am grateful for all the blessings in my life.
I communicate with kindness and respect.
I am proud of my hard work and dedication.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
I pledge allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America, and to the Republic, for which it stands, one Nation under God, indivisible, with Liberty and Justice for all.
💜 MAKE IT A GREAT DAY & #BEPURPLE!!! 💜






Registration for Mary Poppins Jr. is NOW OPEN! Please call 815-626-4278 or visit their Main Office. Online registration is not available. Please see attached flyers for more information.



RMS Daily Announcements for Monday, October 6th
🌅 BREAKFAST🌅 Strong Bodies, Sharp Minds – grab a breakfast from the cafe’
⚡CHROMEBOOK REMINDER: Charge It Like You Mean It.! 🔋
✅ ATTENDANCE ✅ Strive for 90—Be Here to Succeed!
🏀 ATHLETICS & ACTIVITIES 🏀
Boys Basketball - https://5il.co/3pxuo
Click on the link for more information. Practice starts Monday, October 13 (full schedule to be handed out after first few days of practice by your coach) 6th Grade – 3:00pm – 4:45pm Madison Gym, 7th Grade –5:00 – 7:00pm Reagan Gym, and 8th Grade – 3:00pm – 4:45pm Reagan Gym
Cheer Practice
RMS Cafe’ - 3:00pm
Cross Country Practice
Practice @ Dixon Bike Path – 2:45pm
Upcoming Athletic Events
Saturday, October 11th
Cross Country Boys and Girls Sectional at Winnebago – TBD
Saturday, October 18th
Cross Country Boys and Girls IESA State Meet in Normal - TBD
RMS Athletic Contest Admission and Location
All home volleyball, basketball, and wrestling contests for grades 6, 7 and 8 have an admission fee to enter. Adults = $2 and Students/Seniors = $1 Madison Gym Events – please use the staff parking lot at the back of the building and enter through Door 16. Reagan Gym Events – limited parking is available for entry near Door 6. Additional parking is preferred in our west parking lot directly across from Door 11 – Please use Door 8 for entry.
🎶 FINE ARTS
Woodlawn Arts Academy and Dixon Public School Proudly Present Our 2026 Winter Musical – Mary Poppins Jr. Please click on this link for more details Mary Poppins Jr. Information
📚 ACADEMICS & STUDENT SUCCESS📚
Homework Club – Open daily 2:45pm–3:15pm @ ALE/TechZone
📸 AROUND THE SCHOOL 📸
Art Club meets every Monday and Wednesday from 2:45pm-3:15pm in Mr. Taylors’ Room.
Drone Soccer meets every Tuesday from 2:45pm-4:00pm in the RMS Cafeteria
Student Council will meet on Wednesday, October 8th at 7:15am in room 139.
FCA RMS/DHS Get-Together will take place in the RMS Cafe after school this Wednesday, October 8th
Builders Club will meet on Wednesday, October 15th at 7:15am in room 139.
Royal Review will meet on Wednesday, October 15th from 2:45pm in room 139.
RMS Book Club will meet on Wednesday, October 15th in the RMS Library at 2:45pm.
📅 FAMILY ENGAGEMENT📅
PTO Meetings (2025–2026): Oct 14, Dec 9, Jan 13, Feb 10, Mar 10, Apr 14, May 12 – All meetings via Zoom @ 6:30pm
PTO Fall Fundraiser runs October 3rd – 20th; Fannie Mae and Trash Bags. The fundraiser pick up date is November 19th and Madison School Door 15.
PTO Dine Out Night at McDonalds – Wednesday, October 22nd – 4pm-7pm
Reagan Royal Shop – GEAR UP FOR SCHOOL WITH 25% OFF No Min. |
Code SHARE25
YEARBOOKS
It’s the lowest price of the year; get your yearbook ordered today! ORDER HERE
⚽ COMMUNITY ⚽
Dixon Family YMCA Halloween Party – Saturday, October 25th - 6pm-8pm
💬 DAILY STUDENT AFFIRMATION 💬
I embrace my individuality. I am focused and determined to succeed. I am grateful for all the blessings in my life. I communicate with kindness and respect. I am proud of my hard work and dedication.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
I pledge allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America, and to the Republic, for which it stands, one Nation under God, indivisible, with Liberty and Justice for all.
💜 MAKE IT A GREAT DAY & #BEPURPLE!!! 💜


https://www.discoverdixon.com/events/scarecrow-festival/


https://forms.office.com/r/tyezsGy2SC


The DHS Broadcasting Club is excited to present the Dixon Dukes homecoming football game versus the Stillman Valley Cardinals tonight from AC Bowers Field at 7:00 PM! Catch the action live starting at 6:45 right here: https://youtube.com/live/f2qka-4GXvY?feature=share
Thanks to these contributors for making these student-powered broadcasts possible!
Donaldson Foundation
Canterbury Foundation
Kitzmans Lumber
CGH Medical Center
Sauk Valley Community College
Wickert Insurance


We also have new options for wrestling gear, flags, etc.
Wrestling Clothing & Apparel
https://guardianproline.com/collections/dixon-wrestling



RMS Daily Announcements for Friday, October 3rd
🌅 START YOUR DAY WITH BREAKFAST🌅
Grab a school breakfast! Breakfast is served each day from 7:15am-7:45am in the RMS Cafe’!
⚡CHROMEBOOK: CHARGE IT UP – READY TO LEARN! 🔋
✅ ATTENDANCE ✅
Show Up. Level Up!!! - Be part of the 90% Attendance Club!
🏀 ATHLETICS & ACTIVITIES 🏀
Cheer – The first practice will be held on Monday, October 6th at 3:00pm in the RMS Cafe’.
Boys Basketball - https://5il.co/3pxuo Click on the link for more information. Practice starts Monday, October 13 (full schedule to be handed out after first few days of practice by your coach) 6th Grade – 3:00pm – 4:45pm Madison Gym, 7th Grade –5:00 – 7:00pm Reagan Gym, and 8th Grade – 3:00pm – 4:45pm Reagan Gym
Cross Country Practice
Practice @ Reagan – 2:45pm - running down to DHS for HOCO Parade
Upcoming Athletic Events
Saturday, October 4th
Cross Country Boys and Girls at Freeport Invite - Noon - Bus @9:30am
RMS Athletic Contest Admission and Location
All home volleyball, basketball, and wrestling contests for grades 6, 7 and 8 have an admission fee to enter. Adults = $2 and Students/Seniors = $1 Madison Gym Events – please use the staff parking lot at the back of the building and enter through Door 16. Reagan Gym Events – limited parking is available for entry near Door 6. Additional parking is preferred in our west parking lot directly across from Door 11 – Please use Door 8 for entry.
🎶 FINE ARTS
Woodlawn Arts Academy and Dixon Public School Proudly Present Our 2026 Winter Musical – Mary Poppins Jr. Please click on this link for more details Mary Poppins Jr. Information
📚 ACADEMICS & STUDENT SUCCESS📚
Homework Club – Open daily 2:45pm–3:15pm @ ALE/TechZone
📸 AROUND THE SCHOOL 📸
Art Club each Monday and Wednesday from 2:45pm-3:15pm in Mr. Taylors’ Room.
Drone Soccer meets every Tuesday from 2:45pm-4:00pm in the RMS Cafeteria
Student Council will meet on Wednesday, October 8th at 7:15am in room 139.
FCA will meet on Thursday morning on October 9th at 7:20am in Room 228/229
Builders Club will meet on Wednesday, October 15th at 7:15am in room 139.
Royal Review will meet on Wednesday, October 15th from 2:45pm in room 139.
RMS Book Club will meet on Wednesday, October 15th in the RMS Library at 2:45pm.
Homecoming Theme Days
Fri (Oct. 3rd) - School Spirit Day - Wear purple to support the Dukes!
Kona Ice will be at RMS during the lunch hours on Friday, October 3rd - $5 each
📅 FAMILY ENGAGEMENT📅
PTO Meetings (2025–2026): Oct 14, Dec 9, Jan 13, Feb 10, Mar 10, Apr 14, May 12 – All meetings via Zoom @ 6:30pm
PTO Fall Fundraiser runs October 3rd – 20th; Fannie Mae and Trash Bags. The fundraiser pick up date is November 19th and Madison School Door 15.
PTO Dine Out Night at McDonalds – Wednesday, October 22nd – 4pm-7pm
Reagan Royal Shop – GEAR UP FOR SCHOOL WITH 25% OFF No Min. |
Code SHARE25
YEARBOOKS
It’s the lowest price of the year; get your yearbook ordered today! ORDER HERE
⚽ COMMUNITY ⚽
Dixon Family YMCA Halloween Party – Saturday, October 25th - 6pm-8pm
💬 DAILY STUDENT AFFIRMATION 💬
I am strong and resilient. I have the power to shape my future. I am brave and can face my fears. I am a good listener. I am confident in my ability to succeed.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
I pledge allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America, and to the Republic, for which it stands, one Nation under God, indivisible, with Liberty and Justice for all.
💜 MAKE IT A GREAT DAY & #BEPURPLE!!! 💜
