Community Announcement October 2024

​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ Dear DPOL Parents and Guardians, ​ As we settle into the new school year, October brings (eventually?) cooler weather, fall activities, and opportunities to further support our students' learning. I want to share a few important updates and reminders for the month ahead. ​ ​ ​ ​   ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ Mental Health Awareness ​ October is National Bullying Prevention Month. We are committed to fostering a safe and respectful learning environment for all students. If you or your child have any concerns about bullying or emotional well-being, please reach out to your school counselors and/or Principals. We are all here to support our students' mental health and well-being. ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ Parent-Teacher Conferences ​ October is a critical month for parent-teacher conferences. This is a great opportunity to discuss your child’s progress, set goals, and build a strong home-school connection. Please make sure to sign up for a time slot and prepare any questions or concerns you may have regarding your child’s education. These meetings are essential for working together to ensure every student’s success. ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ Attendance Awareness ​ As the weather starts to change, we understand that seasonal colds and flu can impact attendance. Please ensure your child is at school regularly, but take proper precautions if they are not feeling well. Good attendance is key to academic success, but rest and recovery are important to prevent the spread of illness. More information on health protocols can be found on the District website under Departments->Health Services. ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ Facilities Updates ​ Our new shade structures at DPE have been working overtime providing shade for students and staff these past few weeks. Additional shade structures at the high school pool have also been completed. Shade structures for George Christian Educational Center, Bryant Middle School and the High School tennis courts are also in process. A solar panel shade structure for Marks Elementary was approved at the September board meeting and will begin the Department of State Architecture (DSA) design approval process this month. The solar panels will generate electricity and save on energy costs while also providing shade during bus pickup. The Ag Farm Expansion project continues to make progress. The new buildings are in place, and the parking lot is taking shape. As of this week, the Wing 300 restoration plans for the high school received final approval from the Department of State Architects (DSA), and we are moving forward with construction bidding and site prep in anticipation of an August 2025 re-opening. ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ Phishing Scams ​ We are seeing an increase in phishing and spam emails, leading to some compromised accounts. The District’s Technology department has increased our email SPAM filter sensitivity to help address this. Please exercise caution with emails or texts from unknown or suspicious sources. District staff should never ask for money, passwords, or personal information via email or text. If you're unsure, contact your school office for verification of a suspicious email or text. ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ Free Wireless Internet Access ​ Wireless LTE hotspots are available for check-out to DPOL families at your school office. If you need high-speed internet access for accessing educational resources, ask your school about the free hotspots. No fees or deposits required. Internet access is filtered with the same safety protocols as school-issued devices and is ready for student use at home. ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ Important Dates to Remember ​ October 11: Homecoming (High School) October 17: California Great Shake-out October 21-25: Elementary Conference Week (Elementary Early Release Schedules) October 31: Halloween Parade Celebrations November 1: No School (Staff Professional Development Day) ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ Thank you for your ongoing support of our schools. Together, we will make this school year a positive and enriching experience for all our students. Dr. Andrew Schwab Superintendent ​ ​

Friday, Oct 04 2024

Superintendent Update

Dear Dos Palos-Oro Loma Parents and Guardians, I hope this email finds you well. I am looking forward to the start of a new school year and seeing our campuses once again full of our students and amazing learning. With summer in full swing, I wanted to share some important updates with you. Principal Assignments First and foremost, I am excited to share that Principal Marla Sansom will be joined at the high school by our newest administrator, Allison Hurd, as Assistant Principal. With the late announcement of Principal Perez's departure from Bryant Middle School, former Assistant Principal Dana Reyes will be stepping into the role of Principal at Bryant Middle School. I am also excited to announce that former Marks Elementary Principal Valerie Von Allman will join Mr. Reyes in the Assistant Principal role at Bryant. Former Dos Palos Elementary Principal Sergio Padilla will lead Marks Elementary as Principal. Finally, Priscilla Gomez will expand her responsibility as Principal of Dos Palos Elementary and oversee the Early Childhood Education program.  I realize this is a lot of change, and I thank our site administrators for working with me to ensure we are fully staffed and ready to start school. I understand the desire for consistency in site leadership and have not taken these changes lightly. However, I want to reassure you that while there are changes in leadership, our school's mission and commitment to our students remain unchanged. With a statewide challenge in administrator hiring, we are fortunate to have dedicated DPOL administrators committed to our staff, community, and students. While their locations may have changed, I am grateful that our folks continue with us as school site leaders this year and into the future. I hope you will help me in welcoming everyone into their new roles this year and I look forward to doing great things together for our students. District Administrator Updates The search continues for the Assistant Superintendent positions in Educational Services and Business Services and we are working diligently to fill both positions prior to the start of school in August. Facilities Updates Summer has been a busy time for maintenance, operations, and grounds staff. They have been diligently working on preparing campuses and classrooms for the new year. Additionally, progress on the Ag Farm Expansion project continues to move forward, and we should see buildings start to take shape in the coming weeks. The Wing 300 restoration is moving through the Department of State Architects plan review process and I am looking forward to seeing the restoration construction start this year. We also have shade structures going up on several campuses in the next few weeks. I am grateful to our MOG staff for their dedication to maintaining our facilities for our staff and students. I hope you enjoy the rest of the summer. I can't wait to see everyone in August. Dr. Andrew Schwab Superintendent

Saturday, Jul 20 2024

Dos Palos Adult School for School Year 2024-2025

Open enrollment is available. Please note that registration will close three weeks before the end of each semester. Applications are available on August 1st. Please visit our office at Westside High School, 22368 South 6th Street, South Dos Palos, CA 93665, or contact us at (209) 392 - 0280. Terms: August 13, 2024 - December 20, 2024 January 13, 2025 - June 6, 2025

Wednesday, Jul 17 2024

Re-Enrollment for 2024-25 school year opens tomorrow

We are pleased to announce that we will continue to offer online student re-registration for the 2024-2025 school year!    We believe that this service will enhance communication with parents, lessen the amount of paper or printing required for registration packets, help us collect clean data, and streamline the registration process for all.  We will be offering this service for current or returning students through the Aeries Parent Portal.  In order to use this resource, you will need Internet access and your Aeries Parent Portal account e-mail address.     We will open the online registration/data confirmation will open July 9th .  You can do this at home. To do this from home:  Go to the District webpage,  www.dpol.net Select the Parents section and then the Online Registration webpage Click on Aeries Parent Portal link Attached is a "Quick Guide" to Data Confirmation. The Online Registration webpage also has helpful information.  If you have any questions, please feel free to call the District Office at (209) 392-0200.   If you do not complete this process, you will not receive your student's teacher or their class schedule prior to the first day of school. High school schedules are currently in process and subject to change. All scheduling change requests will not be processed until the second week of school.

Tuesday, Jul 09 2024

DPOL District Celebrates Successful Groundbreaking o...

**Press Release** FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE **Dos Palos-Oro Loma Joint Unified School District Celebrates Successful Groundbreaking of Ag Farm Project** Dos Palos, CA – June 21, 2024 – The Dos Palos-Oro Loma Joint Unified School District held the groundbreaking ceremony for the Ag Farm Expansion Project on Friday, June 21st, 2024. This milestone event represents a significant investment in the district's commitment to enhancing agricultural education and opportunities for its students. The ceremony, attended by community leaders, educators, FFA students, and supporters, showcased the collaborative effort that made the Ag Farm Expansion Project a reality. Superintendent Schwab expressed gratitude to the community for their support, stating, "It takes a village to raise a child, and it takes a community to support a robust ag program. We are very fortunate to have such a supportive community not only in volunteer time and resources but in supporting opportunities for our students on their journey to becoming our future farmers and leaders in the ag industry." The event honored key figures who played instrumental roles in the project's development: The Board of Trustees were recognized for their leadership and dedication to advancing educational opportunities in agriculture. President Davis, Trustees O’Banion, Meraz, and Areias were in attendance for the dedication ceremony. President Davis welcomed the attendees and shared, “This has been a long time coming. Mr. Frey, we aren’t here today without you. A lot of work, time, and resources, given by many people who will never be known or recognized, got us here today. We are thankful for the endless support of our community for our ag programs and its kids.”  Mrs. Lehar and Mr. Maddux from the Ag Department were applauded for their vision of the expansion of the ag farm. Ag Boosters President Kevin Soares, though unable to attend in person, was acknowledged for his commitment as head of the Ag Boosters and the booster’s support for making the ag farm expansion a reality. The Ag Advisory Committee members—Adam Souza, Will Pruitt, Joey Cozzi, Greg O’Banion, and Randy Miles—were also recognized for their valuable insights and contributions to the project's planning and implementation. Special recognition was extended to Mrs. Melissa Davis, Senior Credit Analyst with Yosemite Farm Credit, for her pivotal role in securing a grant that significantly supported the Ag Farm Project. The district looks forward to the continued success of the Ag Farm Project, which promises to enrich the educational experiences of its students for years to come. For more information or media inquiries, please contact Dotty Hernadez at (209) 392-0203 or dhernandez@dpol.net. ***

Monday, Jun 24 2024

Tomorrow, We Are Breaking New Ground: Ag Farm Expans...

Join us for a special event! On  June 21, 2024, at 9:30 AM , we will break new ground on the Dos Palos High Ag Farm. The location is 7373 Carmellia Avenue, Dos Palos.

Thursday, Jun 20 2024

Breaking New Ground: Ag Farm Expansion Celebration, ...

Join us for a special event! On  June 21, 2024, at 9:30 AM , we will break new ground on the Dos Palos High Ag Farm. The location is 7373 Carmellia Avenue, Dos Palos.

Saturday, Jun 15 2024

Summer Meals Program Starts Today

FREE MEALS FOR CHILDREN SUMMER MEALS Summer meals will be available starting June 11, 2024, at Bernard Marks Elementary and George Christian Ed. Center (Westside School). Breakfast and lunch will be served in a bag for students to take home, with reheating instructions. Children must be present to be eligible for a meal. Children ages 1-18 are eligible.  Meal Service Dates: June 11, 2024 - June 27, 2024 No Service June 19, 2024 Meal Service Times: Monday -Friday Breakfast and Lunch 8:30 am -9:30 am Site: Bernard Marks Elementary - 1717 Valeria St., Dos Palos, CA 93620 George Christian Ed. Center (Westside) 22368 S. 6th St., South Dos Palos, CA 93665 If you have any questions or concerns, please email Rhonda Sullivan at rsullivan@dpol.net.

Tuesday, Jun 11 2024

Summer Meals Program

FREE MEALS FOR CHILDREN SUMMER MEALS Summer meals will be available starting June 11, 2024, at Bernard Marks Elementary and George Christian Ed. Center (Westside School). Breakfast and lunch will be served in a bag for students to take home, with reheating instructions. Children must be present to be eligible for a meal. Children ages 1-18 are eligible.  Meal Service Dates: June 11, 2024 - June 27, 2024 No Service June 19, 2024 Meal Service Times: Monday -Friday Breakfast and Lunch 8:30 am -9:30 am Site: Bernard Marks Elementary - 1717 Valeria St., Dos Palos, CA 93620 George Christian Ed. Center (Westside) 22368 S. 6th St., South Dos Palos, CA 93665 If you have any questions or concerns, please email Rhonda Sullivan at rsullivan@dpol.net.

Thursday, Jun 06 2024

Early Release Schedule Thursday, June 6, 2024 and Pr...

Due to the excessive heat warning on June 6, 2024 , we will implement an early release (Wednesday) schedule. This ensures we can transport students home before the day's highest heat. In addition, the following heat guidelines are implemented: Students and staff will have access to water on the playground, at the water bottle filling stations, or at the fountains.  Ensure we are moving students to the shade during release today. ​

Wednesday, Jun 05 2024