
English strategy: if it’s wordy, it’s probably wrong.
The ACT loves clear and concise writing. Read the whole sentence, then choose the simplest option that is still correct.

Wear comfortable clothes on the test day.
You’ll be sitting for several hours. Choose layers in case the room is too warm or too cold. Avoid brand-new shoes or anything distracting.
The goal is to focus on the test—not your outfit.
Comfort = focus. Focus = points. 🦅✨

You can upload your pictures directly at [https://photos.jostens.com/] or simply scan the QR code provided by the school.
This is a great way to help make sure our yearbook includes everyone and all the amazing events happening at DCLA throughout the year. If you take photos at games, activities, field trips, or special events, we would love for you to share them! 🦅📚
Help us make this year’s yearbook the best one yet!










Interested in engineering, renewable energy, or building things that actually work? 🌬️⚡
DCLA KidWind is getting started for 4th-12th grades, and this is your chance to be part of it.
Our first KidWind meeting will be Thursday, March 12, from 3:45–5:00 PM in the DCLA High School Event Center. Students who want to participate in KidWind this year must attend this meeting. This will be the only opportunity to join the team.
KidWind is a hands-on program where students design, build, and test wind turbines while learning about renewable energy, engineering, and problem-solving. It is a great opportunity for students who enjoy science, technology, and teamwork.
Serious inquiries only. 🌎🦅

DCLA will be on Spring Break from March 13 through March 22.
Students will return to school on Monday, March 23. We hope everyone enjoys a safe and relaxing break with family and friends. See you back at school, ready to finish the year strong! 🦅📚


📚🍩 "DONUT" MISS THE BOOK FAIR! 🍩📚
We invite parents to join their students for a sweet morning of books and treats.
Date: Monday, March 23
Time: 8:00 – 8:30 AM
Location: Elementary School Cafeteria
Enjoy donuts and juice while you shop the Book Fair together and help your child discover great new books!
We hope to see you there for this sweet reading event! 🍩📖

🎉 DCLA Non-Formal School Dance 🎉
We’re celebrating our JH/HS students and their great behavior over the past several weeks with a simple, fun night together! Mr. Mac is putting together a non-formal school dance this Thursday evening from 8:00–10:00 PM.
This will be a relaxed event for DCLA students in grades 7-12 to hang out, enjoy music, and spend time together. No need to dress up — just come ready to have a good time.
Please note: this event is for DCLA students only. No outside guests will be allowed.
We’re proud of our students and the way they’ve represented DCLA lately. Let’s celebrate together! 🦅🎶

Cherokee Strip All-Conference Awards
MVP: Brice Bledsoe
Coach of the Year: Coach Cole Jones
All-Conference Team
Logan Sutherland
Will Muegge
Honorable Mention
Lincoln Taylor
Tripp Briggs
Academic All-Conference (Juniors and Seniors with a 3.5 GPA or higher)
Brice Bledsoe
Will Muegge
Liam Fischer
Jonas Sims
Lincoln Taylor
Congratulations to these Eagles for representing DCLA with pride. 🦅🏀

Your child is cordially invited to attend our Scholastic Book Fair on March 23-26! Get them prepared by visiting https://www.scholastic.com/bf/deercreeklamontelemschool, where you can also create a Book Fair eWallet. It’s gonna be the Best. Fair. Ever! #ScholasticBookFairs

Tomorrow is Parent-Teacher Conferences and our Concurrent Enrollment Meeting.
Parent-Teacher Conferences
Tuesday, March 10
3:30–6:30 PM
Both school sites: all grades
Concurrent Enrollment Student/Parent Meeting
Tuesday, March 10
5:30 PM
High School Counselor’s Room
This meeting is for current 10th and 11th-graders interested in concurrent enrollment for the 2026–2027 school year. Even if your student has already taken concurrent classes, you are still encouraged to attend.
We hope to see you tomorrow evening as we partner together for student success 💙📚


Cherokee Strip Conference Honors
Honorable Mention
Hadley Ward
Academic All-Conference
Derby Darling
Tirsah Miller
Congratulations to all of our Lady Eagles for their accomplishments on the court and in the classroom. We are proud of you. 🦅🏀💙



We will be traveling to Lamont to celebrate and send off our Boys Basketball team as they head into the State Semifinals!
📣 Parents are invited to join us in the high school hallways at 3:00 PM to help cheer on our team!
🕒 Lamont students will be dismissed at 3:10 PM.
🚌 Deer Creek students will return to Deer Creek at 3:25 PM.
🚍 The Deer Creek shuttle will run as usual.
Let’s pack the hallways and show our support! 💙🏀👏




Due to the 3:30 send-off 🎉, the Lamont bus students will be ready for pickup at 3:15 PM 🚌.
Deer Creek students will be dismissed earlier at 2:45 PM ⏰.
Thank you for planning accordingly, and we appreciate your support! 💙
Sorry for the late notice!
Mark your calendars:
March 24 – ACT (English, Math, Reading)
March 25 – ACT (Science & Writing)
April 2 – US History
April 7 – Science
All tests will begin promptly at 8:20 AM in the DCLA Event Center. Students should plan to arrive early and ready to go each morning.
These are important testing days that reflect your hard work and preparation. Let’s show what DCLA juniors can do 💪📚✨
