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A Message from the Principal

 

Dear  Dinwiddie Middle School Families, Students, and Community,

We are excited to welcome our students, families, and community back for another wonderful year of learning, growth, and opportunity at Dinwiddie Middle School!

As we begin a new school year, we are reminded that our greatest stength is working together--- teachers, students, families, and community members--- all with a shared purpose: helping every student grow and succeed.

 

Our theme for this school year is: 

“ Getting Better Together: Impacting By Design --- Intentional Moves, Big Results.”

 

This theme represents our commitment to making thoughtful, intentional choices that create positive experiences and meaningful opportunities for our students. We want every student to feel known, valued, supported, and challenged. Our goal is to create learning experiences that recognize each student’s strengths, needs, goals, interests, and individual journey.

We believe our teachers have the skill, knowledge, empathy, and dedication to make a difference in every learner’s life. This year, we will continue strengthening teacher efficacy by encouraging our educators to reflect, collaborate, grow, and continually refine their practice. We believe that when teachers believe they can make a difference, students are more likely to recognize their own potential. Our work is not perfect. It is making progress, learning together, and making intentional moves that lead to meaningful results. 

 

A Message to Our Students

 

Students, you are at the heart of everything we do!

 

Your story matters.

Your voice matters.

Your goals matter.

Your future matters.

 

We challenge you, support you, listen to you, and encourage you to discover how much you can achieve. As you begin this school year, we encourage you to:

• Take ownership of your learning.
• Set meaningful goals.
• Ask questions and seek help when you need it.
• Try new things and embrace challenges.
• Learn from mistakes and keep moving forward.
• Believe in yourself and your ability to grow.

Remember: You do not have to know everything today. You just have to be willing to keep growing. 

 

Families, we are so grateful to have you as partners in your child’s education! You play an important role in your child’s success. Your encouragement, communication, support, and involvement make a difference. We invite you to stay connected with us, celebrate your child’s progress, encourage them through challenges, and partner with our teachers and staff throughout the year. When families and schools work together, students are surrounded by a community that believes in them and supports their success.

 

Togther, We Can Make an Impact!

 

As we begin the 2026-2027 school year, we are excited about what we can accomplish together. At Dinwiddie Middle School, we will continue to learn, grow, collaborate, and make intentional decisions that put students first. Every student. Every day. Every opportunity to grow. We are excited to welcome everyone back at the end of August and look forward to a school year filled with connection, learning, growth, and big results!

 

Let’s get better together!

 

With General Pride, 

Dr. Torrie S. Walker
Proud Leader of DMS