🐾💙 This Week’s Dawg Dispatch is Here! 💙🐾

From classrooms full of creativity to Bulldogs shining in academics, arts, and athletics, you don’t want to miss the latest updates! 📚🎶🏈

Check out this week’s edition to see the highlights, celebrations, and upcoming events across the Aberdeen School District.

👉 https://secure.smore.com/n/tmx38

#BulldawgPride #TheBulldogWay #NeverStopGrowing #SaddledUpForSuccess

27 days ago, Tasha Smith
The Dawg Dispatch
28 days ago, Tasha Smith
Kaitlyn Hubbard
📣🐾 Meet the Bulldawgs 2025 🐾📣

Come out and kick off the season with us at Meet the Bulldawgs!

📅 Thursday, August 21, 2025
🕔 5:00 p.m.
📍 Lester Miley Stadium
🎟 FREE Admission

✨ This is your chance to meet our athletes, coaches, and cheerleaders as we gear up for an exciting year of Aberdeen athletics. Let’s fill the stands and show our #BulldawgPride!

🔒 Reminder: A clear bag policy is in effect for all Aberdeen School District athletic events.

We can’t wait to see our community together to celebrate and support our Bulldawgs! 🐾💙

#MeetTheBulldawgs #BulldawgPride #AberdeenStrong
29 days ago, Tasha Smith
Meet The Bulldawgs
🎥 Testimony Tuesday starts NOW!

Our Superintendent shares what we believe in Aberdeen, every child, every day. 💙🐾

👉 https://www.youtube.com/shorts/z44COdsDlwA

#TestimonyTuesday #BulldawgPride #SaddledUpForSuccess #OurASD #PawsOnTheGround
29 days ago, Tasha Smith
Testimony Tuesday
🐾🏆 Bulldawg Attendance Leaders!

Leading the pack with pride and persistence!

Congratulations to Aberdeen Elementary with an outstanding 96% Average Daily Attendance for August 15, 2025! 📅

Your commitment to showing up, learning, and giving your best every day makes Bulldawg Country stronger. Keep up the great work, every day counts! 💙❤️

#BulldawgPride #EveryDayCounts #AttendanceLeaders #SaddledUpForSuccess
30 days ago, Tasha Smith
ADA
MDE announces nine regional literacy meetings for families of K-3 students

JACKSON, Miss. – The Mississippi Department of Education will host nine regional literacy meetings across the state from Sept. 9-23, for families of students in kindergarten through third grade.

At the meetings, families will receive an overview of the Literacy-Based Promotion Act (LBPA), the state law concerning literacy and assessment, as well as strategies that can be used at home to help students improve their reading skills. The LBPA focuses on prevention and intervention to help children develop the reading skills required for fourth grade. Family engagement is also a critical component of students’ reading success.

Session time at all locations is 6-7 p.m. No registration is required. Check out family resources: strongreadersms.com.

Families in all surrounding communities are invited to attend regardless of the location.

See dates and location of sessions below:

Sept. 9 – Central Services Boardroom, 5 East South St. in Hernando
Sept. 9 – Bates Elementary, 3180 McDowell Road Ext. in Jackson
Sept. 9 – Artis T. Williams, Sr. City Auditorium, 901 Monroe St. in Vicksburg
Sept. 9 – Nora Davis Elementary, 1305 Martin Luther King Ave. in Laurel
Sept. 16 – D.M. Smith Elementary, 715 S Martin Luther King Dr. in Cleveland
Sept. 16 – Family Education Center, 3524 Prentiss Ave. in Moss Point
Sept. 16 – Reeves Elementary School, 214 Augustine Dr. in Long Beach
Sept. 18 – Shirley Elementary, 210 Daniel Lake Blvd. in Jackson
Sept. 23 – Brandon Central Office Boardroom, 2630 McArthur Dr. in Columbus
about 1 month ago, Tasha Smith
MDE literacy strategies
Today is the last day for students to register for Canopy’s Youth Ambassador Program (YAP), and join the many students and peers who have already registered!

Dates & Registration:

Who: Students entering Grades 7–12
Registration Period: Now – August 15, 2025 (today is the last day to register)
Program Duration: September 2025 – May 2026
Registration Link: mycanopy.org/youth-ambassadors
Benefits for Students:

Learn how to navigate the Hope Highway and apply hope science to their daily lives
Engage in community service through volunteer work and needs drives
Build professional and leadership skills for their resumes
Connect with peers, local leaders and Canopy mentors
Participate in fun and purposeful monthly events
about 1 month ago, Tasha Smith
Canopy Youth Ambassadors
Week of August 11 - from the Office of Federal Programs

e-Tip: Ask Questions That Get Real Answers
Instead of “How was your day?” try “What made you laugh today?” or “What was the best thing you learned?” It helps spark real conversations about school.

#e-tips #SaddledUpForSuccess
about 1 month ago, Tasha Smith
etip
📢 Have You Seen This Week’s Dawg Dispatch? 🐾

Stay in the know with the latest news, upcoming events, student spotlights, and #BulldawgPride moments from across the Aberdeen School District!

📰 Click here to read: https://secure.smore.com/n/c97ps2

Let’s celebrate our students, staff, and community together—don’t miss it! 💙

#DawgDispatch #AberdeenSchools #WeAreBulldawgs
about 1 month ago, Tasha Smith
Dawg Dispatch
GOOD MORNING, BULLDAWGS! 🐾

Let’s lead with purpose, walk in pride, and make today count.
#BulldawgPride #AberdeenStrong #WeAreBulldawgs
about 1 month ago, Tasha Smith
Good morning
🏈💙🐾 It’s Almost That Time, Bulldawg Nation! 🐾💙🏈

We’re excited to share our 2025 Bulldawg Football Gameday Colors Schedule, so you can plan your outfits and show up in full spirit! 💪 Whether it’s blue-out, white-out, or something bold, let’s pack the stands in unity each week!

📅 We’ve also attached the official 2025 Football Schedule, mark your calendars and get those colors together!

Let’s show up, show out, and bring that #BulldawgPride every single game day! 💥

Clear bag policy strictly enforced!

#AberdeenBulldawgs #GamedayReady #FridayNightLights
about 1 month ago, Tasha Smith
gameday colors
Football Game
Good morning, Bulldawgs! 💙

Let’s rise, lead, and make today count. 🐾
#BulldawgPride #WellnessWednesday
about 1 month ago, Tasha Smith
Good morning
From the Dept. of Instructional Technology

A special thank you to Mississippi State’s Center for Cyber Education and trainer Kyle McDill for leading an impactful AI training session for our school district teachers!

This professional learning opportunity is helping our educators explore the power of artificial intelligence in the classroom — opening doors to innovation, deeper engagement, and future-ready instruction.

🧠💡 We appreciate this partnership and look forward to what’s ahead!

#ProfessionalDevelopment #AITraining #SaddledUpForSuccess
about 1 month ago, Tasha Smith
AI Training
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AI Training
🏐 GAME DAY!
Come out and support our Lady Bulldawgs as they take the court today!

📍 Roy E. Hazzle Gymnasium
🕔 Game Time: 5:00 PM
Admission $5.00
Clear Bag Policy will be in effect!

Let’s pack the gym and show up loud with that #BulldawgPride! 💙🐾
#AberdeenSchools #VolleyballSeason #GoLadyBulldawgs
about 1 month ago, Tasha Smith
volleyball
🌞 Good Morning, Bulldawg Family!
It’s Tuesday, August 5, 2025, and we’re walking into this day with energy, focus, and #BulldawgPride!

Show up. Stay positive. Be present.
We’re rooting for each other, and we’re better together. 💙🐾

#AberdeenSchools #GoodMorning #TuesdayMotivation #WeAreBulldawgs
about 1 month ago, Tasha Smith
good morning

🌞 Good Morning! 🐾💙

Rise and shine, Bulldawgs! Let’s make today a day filled with learning, kindness, and #BulldawgPride. Remember, every word of encouragement, every act of respect, and every effort you give makes a difference.

Have a fantastic day! 💪📚

#AberdeenSchools #WeAreBulldawgs #GoodMorning

about 1 month ago, Tasha Smith
Good morning
📣 Meet Our Newest Bulldawg Family Member Samantha Wells! 🐾💙

We’re thrilled to welcome a group of talented, passionate, and dedicated individuals to the Aberdeen School District for the upcoming school year! Each of them brings unique experiences and a heart for students that perfectly reflects the spirit of #BulldawgPride.

👋 Over the next few days, we’ll be spotlighting each new staff member right here on our page, so stay tuned to learn more about the incredible educators and support staff joining our team!

They’re excited to meet you, inspire our students, and make a positive impact across every campus. Let’s give them a big Aberdeen welcome in the comments below! 👇

#AberdeenSchools #WelcomeToTheTeam #NewStaffSpotlight #BackToSchool #WeAreBulldawgs
about 2 months ago, Tasha Smith
Samantha Wells
🐾 Welcome Back, Students! 🎉

Aberdeen School District is Saddled Up for Success with our boots on the ground and hearts ready to serve! Every school is prepped, polished, and saddled up and ready for an incredible year of growth, learning, and Bulldawg pride.

We’re so glad to have our students back, let’s ride into this year with confidence and purpose! 💙🤠📚

📸 Check out some great moments from the first day! https://www.facebook.com/share/p/18GArXnX9m/

#TagWeAreIt #BackToSchool #BulldawgPride #SaddledUpForSuccess
about 2 months ago, Tasha Smith
Saddled Up For Success
📚 First Day of School – July 31 from the Office of Federal Programs

🎉 e-Tip: Start Strong with a Smile
Kick off the school year with a positive start! Whether it’s a special breakfast, a cheerful send-off, or a handwritten note in their backpack, your encouragement helps build your child’s confidence as they head into a brand-new year. Let’s make Day One count!

#e-tips #FirstDayofSchool #SaddledUpForSuccess

about 2 months ago, Tasha Smith
Etip
📣 Meet Our Newest Bulldawg Family Member and Bulldawg Alum Terrie Walls! 🐾💙

We’re thrilled to welcome a group of talented, passionate, and dedicated individuals to the Aberdeen School District for the upcoming school year! Each of them brings unique experiences and a heart for students that perfectly reflects the spirit of #BulldawgPride.

👋 Over the next few days, we’ll be spotlighting each new staff member right here on our page, so stay tuned to learn more about the incredible educators and support staff joining our team!

They’re excited to meet you, inspire our students, and make a positive impact across every campus. Let’s give them a big Aberdeen welcome in the comments below! 👇

#AberdeenSchools #WelcomeToTheTeam #NewStaffSpotlight #BackToSchool #WeAreBulldawgs
about 2 months ago, Tasha Smith
Terrie Walls