Dixie Elementary Family,
As you all know, I will be the principal at Caldwell Arts Academy for the upcoming school year. While I am excited for the opportunities ahead, this transition is one of the most difficult I’ve faced, because it means saying goodbye to a place—and people—I love deeply.
Dixie has not just been my workplace; it has been my home. It has been a joy and a privilege to work alongside such dedicated staff, teach and learn with incredible students, and partner with supportive families who all share a passion for helping our children grow and thrive. The spirit, culture, strength, and sense of community at Dixie are truly one of a kind.
I want each of you to know how much you have impacted my life. From the smallest classroom moments to the biggest school-wide celebrations, I will carry those memories with me always. You have taught me, inspired me, and reminded me daily of the power of kindness, resilience, and hope.
Though I may not be on campus next year, please know that my heart will always be with you. I will always be a Dragon—cheering you on from near or far—and I am here for you, always.
Thank you for the love, the trust, and the countless memories. Dixie Elementary will always be a part of me.
With love and gratitude,
Kimberly Simmons
Dixie ES: Kinder and 5th grade graduation is tonight at Caldwell Auditorium! Kindergarten graduation begins at 5:00pm. Students may begin arriving at 4:30pm. 5th grade graduation begins at 6:15. Students may start arriving at 5:45pm. Attire is formal. Students will not wear cap and gowns. We can't wait to celebrate with you all!
Dixie ES: We are geared up for the last week of school! Check out the events taking place this week!
Monday: Kinder graduation at 5:00pm and 5th grade graduation at 6:15pm. Both will take place at Caldwell Auditorium.
Tuesday: Pre-K graduation in the Dixie cafeteria at 9:00am.
Friday: EARLY RELEASE DAY! Students will be dismissed at 12:30. Busses will be picked up by 1pm. There will be NO Boys and Girls Club.
Dixie: Please join us for a PTA meeting next Wednesday at 3:45 in the Library.
Dixie ES: Join us virtually for our talent show! Click the link below:
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Dixie ES: Happy Monday! We have a lot of fun things coming up! Check out the reminders below.
-Tomorrow is Field Day. Students will be able to purchase snacks. The price menu is attached. Each grade level will wear their field day shirts or the assigned color.
PK/Kinder: Pink , 1st: Green, 2nd: Yellow, 3rd: Purple, 4th: Red, 5th: Blue, Life Skills: Blue
-Kinder and 5th Grade graduation is May 19th at Caldwell Auditorium. Kinder begins at 5:00 and 5th grade begins at 6:15.
-Pre- K graduation is May 20th at 9:00am in the cafeteria. Click the link to pre-register.
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-The talent show is May 19th! Parents are free to watch virtually. The link is below.
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Dixie ES: Happy Friday! Click the link for this week's newsletter!
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Dixie ES: Please join us for our annual Cinco de Mayo Celebration today from 5:30-7:00pm!
Dixie ES: Please join us for our annual Cinco de Mayo Celebration tomorrow, May 8th from 5:30-7:00pm!
Dixie ES: Due to the weather, we are cancelling tonight's POP (Parents of Pre-K) event. Thank you.
Dixie ES: Pre-K Parents,
Please join us for our Pre-K to Kindergarten transition meeting tomorrow at Dixie from 5:00-6:30. You will learn what to work with your child on over the summer to help them prepare for kindergarten! We hope to see you all!
Dixie ES: Happy Friday! Click the link below for this week's newsletter!
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Dixie ES: This is a reminder that today is the LAST day to order yearbooks!! Click the link below to order. Books are only $10! 5th grade students will receive a free yearbook as a graduation gift! Link: https://www.schoolpay.com/pay/for/20242025-Dixie-Year-Book/Se9POcv
Dixie ES: Due to the weather, Mentoring Alliance ( Boys and Girls Club) is cancelled today. ALL students will need to be picked up at 3:10. Thank you.
Dixie ES: Our final Dixie Snack Shack is tomorrow! Please send students with funds, if they want to purchase something at lunch. Thank you.
Dixie ES: This is a reminder to order this year's yearbook by May 2nd! Click the link below to order. Books are only $10! 5th grade students will receive a free yearbook as a graduation gift! Link: https://www.schoolpay.com/pay/for/20242025-Dixie-Year-Book/Se9POcv
Dixie ES: Choir Practice is cancelled this Friday. Please pick students up at 3:10. Thank you.
Dixie ES: This Thursday is Career Day! Please dress your child up like their future profession! Also this is a reminder that the Cinco de Mayo celebration has been changed to MAY 8th!!!! Thank you.
Dixie ES: Happy Friday! Here's this week's newsletter! Please note that the Cinco de Mayo Celebration has been changed to May 8th.
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Dixie ES: Happy Friday! Here's the link for this week's newsletter! Please note that the Cinco de Mayo Program date has changed to May 8th. Have a great weekend.
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