Hello Little River Community!
Periodic updates are shared each week during the school year regarding school via phone, email, and text. See updates below!
Mark your calendars!
May 10, Early Release Day
May 24-June 7, End-of-Grade Testing, Grades 3-8
June 6, Grade 5 & Middle Grades Promotion Ceremonies
June 7, Last Day of School
News you can use!
Superintendent Search-The search for the district’s next superintendent is underway and DPS needs to hear from you. Families are invited to attend upcoming community meetings scheduled for May 6th through May 8th. These meetings will provide a vital opportunity for you to share your thoughts, concerns, and aspirations regarding the qualities and characteristics you believe are essential for our next superintendent. Please mark your calendars and plan to join us at one of the following community meetings: Registration links and other information about the search, including a community survey, are available at DPSNC.net.
Monday, May 6 at Old Northern High School at 6:00 p.m.
Tuesday, May 7 at Hillside High School at 6:00 p.m.
And Wednesday, May 8 at Southern School of Energy and Sustainability at 6:00 p.m.
Parents of 8th Graders-Early High School Graduation for Rising 9th Graders The N.C. State Board of Education has created a policy that allows students to graduate high school with 22 credits in three years. Please review the state guidance Accelerated Pathway for Graduation and Process for Early Graduation from HS to see if this is the right path for your high schooler. Additionally, the NCDPI Early Graduation FAQs may be helpful. Contact Dr. Hogans for questions.
Spring Photos: This is a friendly reminder about Spring Photos this week. If you haven't already, please remember to turn in students' money for spring photos. You may also purchase them online, visit www.strawbridge.net
Visit our school website for more school/district news!
Best,
CHogans, EdD
