Deer Creek-Lamont

Tis the season to save lives!!! Join us in the event center today for an OBI BLOOD DRIVE from 9:30-2:00.

Updated link: https://bit.ly/41dPYSh Tonight's DCLA basketball games at Cherokee will be streamed live on https://cherokeechiefs.tv/. At this time, it is unclear if the junior high games will also be streamed. We encourage fans to check out the live stream to cheer on our Eagles from wherever you are! 🦅🏀

📬 Attention 7th-12th Grade Students! 📬 This is your friendly reminder to check your school email at least once a week! Why? 💻 Mrs. Bledsoe, our school counselor, posts important updates like: • 📚 Scholarship Announcements • 🎓 Graduation Requirements • ✅ Assignments for ICAP (a graduation requirement!) Don’t miss out on crucial information that could impact your future. Set a weekly reminder and stay informed! #StayOnTopOfIt #SchoolEmailsMatter #ICAPSuccess

🎓 Attention Parents of Seniors! 🎓 The FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) is now OPEN! 📝 In Oklahoma, completing the FAFSA is a graduation requirement, and it’s a critical step in helping your senior plan for their future. 💡 Why FAFSA? 1️⃣ Access Financial Aid: It determines eligibility for grants, loans, and work-study programs. 2️⃣ Unlock Scholarships: Many colleges and organizations require FAFSA for scholarship consideration. 3️⃣ Plan Ahead: Even if you think you don’t qualify for aid, filing can open doors to unexpected opportunities. 4️⃣ It’s FREE: Completing the application costs nothing but could save you thousands! 💻 Get Started Now at www.studentaid.gov. 📅 Deadline Reminder: Early submission is key for maximizing aid opportunities. Don’t wait—start today! If you have any questions or need help completing the FAFSA, reach out to our school counselor, Heather Bledsoe. Let’s ensure every student is ready for their next step! 🎉 #FAFSA #CollegeReady #SeniorYear #Graduation2025 #PlanForTheFuture

🍂 Elementary Food Drive Success! 🍂 We are thrilled to announce the success of our annual Elementary Food Drive! Thanks to the incredible generosity of our students, families, and staff, we were able to collect a remarkable amount of food to help stock the local pantry and provide Thanksgiving dinners for members of our community. 🏆 A special shoutout to our Third Grade Class for having the highest percentage of food donated per student—way to go! We also want to extend our heartfelt gratitude to senior Braden Bledsoe and our amazing Gifted and Talented students for their hard work in sorting and loading all the food for delivery. Your efforts are truly appreciated and show the power of teamwork and kindness. Thank you to everyone who contributed to making this drive a success. Together, we are making a difference in the lives of others! ❤️💙🦃 #CommunityMatters #ThanksgivingKindness #DCLAPride

📢 Thanksgiving Break Announcement 🦃 Deer Creek-Lamont Schools will be closed for Thanksgiving Break starting November 23rd. We hope everyone enjoys a restful holiday with family and friends! 🍁 We look forward to welcoming students back on December 2nd. Have a safe and happy Thanksgiving! #ThanksgivingBreak #FamilyTime #SeeYouSoon

🏀 Congrats to Our Junior High Boys! 🏀 A huge shoutout to our junior high boys’ basketball team for bringing home 3rd place in the Timberlake Tournament! 🥉 They showed incredible determination and teamwork, clinching a hard-fought victory over Pond Creek-Hunter with a final score of 22-20. 💪🔥 We’re so proud of your effort and sportsmanship, boys! Way to represent! 🙌💙 #Teamwork #HardWorkPaysOff #GoEagles

Attention Elementary parents-look at adjusted pick up times Pep assembly today at Lamont 3:00. Lamont Students will be dismissed at 3:25 for pickup. Deer Creek students will ride the shuttle back arriving around 3:45.

We were thrilled to welcome Miss Oklahoma, Lauren Frost, to our school today! She shared her inspiring journey and experiences as Miss Oklahoma, encouraging our students to dream big and work hard toward their goals. The students were captivated and had so many great questions for her, showing their curiosity and enthusiasm. It was a wonderful opportunity for everyone to learn and be inspired! Thank you, Lauren Frost, for taking the time to visit us and for making such a positive impact on our students. 💙✨ #MissOklahoma #DCLAElementary #Inspiration #DreamBig #EngagedLearners

🎉🏀 It's GAME TIME, Eagles Fans! 🏀🎉 Join us for the Home Opener Basketball Game on Tuesday, November 19, at 6:30 PM as our DCLA EAGLES face off against the Frontier Mustangs! Let's pack the gym and make some noise! 🎶 DCLA Students - show your pass at the door and get in FREE! 🆓 Don’t miss this chance to cheer on your team! Let's bring the energy, show our Eagle pride, and make this season opener unforgettable! 🔥💙 #GoEagles #DCLAHoops #HomeOpener

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🏀🎉 Shoutout to Our Elementary Basketball Teams! 🎉🏀 A huge congratulations to our Elementary Boys for bringing home the Consolation Championship in the Pond Creek-Hunter Tournament! Your hard work and determination make us so proud! 💪👏 An even bigger round of applause for our Elementary Girls, who dominated the court and earned the title of Tournament Champions! 🏆🔥 What an incredible achievement! We also want to extend our heartfelt gratitude to Hillsdale Christian School for their tremendous sportsmanship. Thank you for embodying the true spirit of the game! 🤝💙❤️ Great job to all our players and Coach Hohmann for representing our school with pride and excellence! Let’s keep this momentum going! ❤️💙 #GoEagles #Teamwork #Champions

📢 Attention DCLA Junior High Families! 📢 Please note that there have been time changes for the Timberlake Junior High Basketball Tournament scheduled for November 18-21. Make sure to check the updated schedule to support our athletes as they take on some tough competition! 🏀 New Game Times: BOYS TEAM: First game on Nov 18 at 7:30 PM in Jet vs. Medford GIRLS TEAM: First game on Nov 18 at 6:30 PM in Jet vs. Medford White Come out, wear your colors, and cheer loud! Let’s go, DCLA! #DCLAPride #GoDCLA #TimberlakeTournament

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🎓 Attention Juniors & Seniors! 🎓 A representative from Cameron University in Lawton will visit our school on November 21, 2024, at 1 p.m. This is a great opportunity to learn more about college life, admission requirements, scholarships, and more! Don't miss out! 📅 When: November 21, 2024 🕐 Time: 1 PM 📍 Where: HS Vocal Room Make sure to mark your calendars and come with your questions! ✏️ #CollegeBound #CameronUniversity #JuniorsAndSeniors #FutureOpportunities #CollegeVisit

DCLA AG BOOSTER CLUB MEETING THURSDAY 11/14 @ 6:30 pm in the ag room.

🦅🏀 Attention Eagle Fans! 🏀🦅 Get ready to cheer on our 5th and 6th grade basketball teams as they take the court for the Elementary Basketball Championships at Pond Creek! 🎉 📅 Date: Thursday, November 14, 2024 📍 Location: Pond Creek 🏀 Game Times: 2:00 PM – Boys Consolation Game 5:00 PM – Girls Championship Game Let's fill the stands with Eagle pride and show our young athletes that we’re behind them all the way! Wear your red, white, and blue, and get loud! 📣👏 Go Eagles! 🦅💙❤️ #EaglePride #GoEagles #BasketballChampionship

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DCLA Greenhand FFA members and officers attended the 2nd annual Greenhand retreat this weekend! They enjoyed stepping out of their comfort zones to try new things, meet new people and set some goals for their futures. They had time to spend with 3 of the State FFA Officers, and guest speaker Kelly Barnes sponsored by KDI! It was a great weekend!!

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