Keep working, keep shining, and keep making us proud! The future is bright!
The following students received Superior Ratings. They are Marley Drew, Shanae Westbrook, Kinsley Franklin, Jarialys Rodriguez, Karsynn Perez, and Mahriya Moore.
Leslee Williams was a featured "showcase winner" in her category, scoring a PREFECT 20. She was able to showcase her award-winning costume design for "Beauty and the Beast" during the awards ceremony for all to see!
Alecta Owens received two superior medals in both Duet Acting and Solo Musical Theatre Performance.
The following students received Excellent Ratings. They are Laiken Nichols, Dylan Moore, A'Monte Gamble, Donovan Daniel, Jakarya Fox, O'Breanna Russell, Ameria Hobson, London Nock, Damiah Harris, Sarah Grace Shelly.
We are very proud of all of you!
Get ready to celebrate! Valentines Dress Day is coming up!
Students you may wear:
-Your favorite Valentine's shirt or sweater or a red shirt
-Jeans
-School -appropriate shoes of your choice
Dress Code Reminders:
-No ripped jeans
-No crocs or slides
Students who do not follow these guidelines will need to call home for a change of clothes. We can't wait to see all the Valentine spirit! Tickets will be sold during breakfast and lunch waves. The price is 5 dollars. Cash Only.
She shared an abundance of powerful and valuable information with our young ladies. She thoughtfully spoke on African American history as a whole, covering key periods from slavery to segregation, and the journey toward desegregation in Mobile, Alabama. Her presentation was informative, engaging, and impactful.
The lessons shared today allowed our students to not only learn history, but to reflect on who they are, where they come from, and the type of individuals they are becoming in society. It was a truly enriching experience that will help our young ladies continue to build confidence, pride, and purpose.
We are extremely grateful for Mrs. Maati Ta-Neter's time, knowledge, and dedication to educating and empowering our students.
February 2026
Parent Newsletter
Principal’s Message
Thank you to all our parents for your support during the first semester of this school term. We have made strides academically throughout this time. We are looking forward to a fabulous second half for this 2025-2026 school year.
Please make sure that your child is here each and every day…on time. Teachers are maintaining a tight schedule to ensure that all students have academic success with the remaining standards/skills for this quarter. Progress Reports for 3rd Quarter will be sent home Monday, February 9th. If you would like to schedule a conference, please contact your child’s teacher. Teachers are available before school, during their planning times, and after school. All parents are encouraged to use the “Thrillshare” app (Apptegy/Rooms) to contact teachers at thrillshare.com.
Thank you for your continuous support!!!
Calendar of Events
-DMS Boys & Girls Soccer Games
Feb. 5th @ Sage Park (Chastang-Fournier)
Feb. 11th soccer @Hankins
Feb. 25th soccer @Alba @Sage
-DMS Progress Reports
Feb. 9th (sent home)
-DMS Mardi Gras Holiday & President’s Day
Feb. 16th – 20th
-DMS Black History Program
Feb. 26th @1:00pm
February Reminders
• All students should be picked up from school by 2:45pm (daily).
• Students must be in complete uniform including ID badges worn (daily).
• Students must bring their devices (laptops & chargers) daily.
• Students must have their phones powered off and secured in their Yondr pouches (daily).
She introduced the Butterflies to four types of journaling:
• Personal journaling
• Gratitude journaling
• Dream journaling
• Bullet/Organization journaling
Each style helps our girls express their feelings, manage stress and anxiety, set goals, stay organized, and reflect on their growth over time. Journaling allows them to look back and truly see how they have evolved.
It’s an excellent tool for everyone; children and adults alike. We are thankful for experiences like this that help shape confident, reflective, and empowered young ladies.
Dunbar Magnet
United Way Drive
Mardi Gras Boom! Boom! Kickoff
January 30, 2026
Wear your favorite Mardi Gras shirt or any purple, green, or yellow top to celebrate the first night of the season.
Cost is $2.00.
All proceeds will be donated to the student United Way Drive.
Note: Students must wear regular uniform bottoms.
Let the Good Times Roll!
Kinsley Franklin, clarinet
Michael Mitchell, bari sax
Raighyn Stewart, tenor sax
Congratulations to our Dunbar Tiger dancers who were named 2026 Middle School Honor Dancers. They are: Toni Anderson, Makenleigh Coleman, Jarialys Delgado-Rodriguez, Takiya Dillard, Catelyn Fikes, Londyn McNeal, Azariah McQueen, Aaliyah Misora, Aniyah Nelson-White, Karsynn Perez and Aniyah Scott-Richie. The Middle School Honor Dance performance will be January 22 at 6:30 p.m. at the Davidson High auditorium. Tickets are available through Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/a-night-of-dance-tickets-1980051718993?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=ebdsshcopyurl
From Coach Tucker.
"I would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to Ms. LaShoundra Bird Young for coming on Saturday as a guest speaker for Evolving Butterflies. 🦋
Her presentation on poise, confidence, and how to walk into a room without saying a word, and yet still command presence was absolutely amazing.
The young ladies gained so much insight and understanding, and you could truly see the impact of her words. They learned the importance of carrying themselves with confidence, purpose, and grace.
I am truly grateful for the time she poured into them, and I am praying that they continue to apply what they are learning from each speaker as it helps evolve them into the strong, confident butterflies they are becoming.
Thank you again Lashoundra, for your wisdom, encouragement, and investment in our young ladies. You were phenomenal"
8th grade parent "mandatory" meeting
Attention 8th grade parents. This is a reminder that there will be a "mandatory" 8th grade parent meeting on Tuesday, 1/13/26 at 5pm in the cafeteria.
Dunbar Creative and Performing Arts Magnet School
January Parent Newsletter
Monthly Message
Thank you to all our parents for your support during the first semester of this school term. We have made strides academically throughout this time. We are looking forward to a fabulous second half for this 2025-2026 school year.
Please make sure that your child is here each and every day…on time. Teachers are maintaining a tight schedule to ensure that all students have academic success with the remaining standards/skills for this quarter. Report cards for 2nd Quarter will be sent home Monday, January12th. If you would like to schedule a conference, please contact your child’s teacher. Teachers are available before school, during their planning times, and after school. During morning take-in and dismissal, please allow access to the parking lots for the faculty and staff to park. To ensure that they are at the duty post on time, please assist us with this procedure.
I look forward to seeing you soon!
Reminders
• All students should be picked up from school by 2:45 (daily)
• Students must be in complete uniform including ID badges worn (daily(
• Students must bring their devices (laptops & chargers) daily
• Students must have their phones powered off and secured in their Yondr pouches (daily)
Upcoming Events
• Monday, January 5th: Teacher Work Day/DMS Basketball vs. Washington @ 3:30pm (Home)
• Tuesday, January 6th: Students return/3rd Quarter begins
• Thursday, January 8th: DMS Basketball vs. Phillips @ 3:30pm (Home)
• Monday, January 12th: 2nd Quarter report cards sent home/DMS Basketball vs. Covenant @ 4pm (Away)
• Tuesday, January 13th: 8th Grade “Mandatory” Parent Meeting @5pm/DMS Afterschool Tutoring Begins. “Selected Students” (Letters sent home Thursday, January 8th)
• Thursday, January 15th: DMS Basketball “Semi-Finals” (TBA)
• Monday, January 19th: MLK Holiday (MCPSS District Offices & Schools Closed)
Grade Level “Mandatory” Parent Meetings will be held this month (TBA)
MCPSS 2026 Signature Academy Showcase
January 6th, 2026
4:30 pm to 6:30 pm
USA Mitchell Center
Open to all 7th and 8th grade students and parents
(9th grade Barton and Clark-Shaw)
Application Timeline:
January 6th - Signature Academy Showcase
January 6th at 6:30 pm - Applications open
February 9th - Applications Close
February 13th - Acceptances/Denials Emailed
February 23rd - Deadline for Students to Accept Seat
