The Dyer County School System is pleased to announce the launch of The Choctaw Academy, our virtual learning environment. To Register: The Choctaw Academy registration link will RE-OPEN on July 29th at 8 am. The final deadline to register is July 31 at 4 pm. The link will appear here when it becomes available. Students are still required to pick up... READ MORE >
This fall we will launch the Choctaw Academy, a virtual learning option provided by Dyer County Schools. We would like to share the answers to some of our most frequently asked questions as you decide which learning option best suits the needs of your child. The FAQ document and video can be found here: FAQ DocumentFAQ Video READ MORE >
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It's National Nurses Day and we want to give thanks to all of our nurses in our community as well as those right here at Dyer County Schools! Thank you for everything that you do for us each and every day. READ MORE >
Today is National Principal's Day and we want all of our principals to know that we are proud of them!Julie Sartin - FinleyBetty Jackson - NewbernRena McKnight - Holice PowellLynn Garner - Northview MiddleMatt Stafford - Three OaksGreg Cherry - Fifth ConsolidatedCindy Hutching - TrimbleLaura Brimm - Dyer County High READ MORE >
We are excited to share that the Department of Education has identified Holice Powell Elementary as one of two schools in the state to be honored as a 2019 ESEA Distinguished School! READ MORE >
The application deadline for the Questbridge National College Match Scholarship is September 26, 2019.Questbridge connects academically outstanding high school seniors from low-income backgrounds with full four-year scholarships - worth over $200,000 each - to the nation's leading colleges.For more information and to apply for free, visit... READ MORE >
It's time for some fun on the field at our annual Back to School Bash! Join us at DCHS on the football field, July 30th from 5:30 P.M until 7:00 P.M for lots of fun, food, and games! Everyone is welcome! Come help us welcome the new school year.GO CHOCTAWS! READ MORE >
Dyer County Schools is very pleased to announce the launch of our new after school child care program for students in grades k-5. This program is designed to further enhance the learning opportunities for students as well as provide an extended school day for working parents. The after school program will be held at the old Fifth Consolidated building Monday... READ MORE >
All Dyer County Schools: Fifth Consolidated Elementary, Finley Elementary, Holice Powell Elementary, Newbern Elementary, Trimble Elementary, Northview Middle, Three Oaks Middle, and Dyer County High will host an early registration on Monday, July 15th from 9:00 until 2:00 at each school. This is for students new to our system and/or students who did not register... READ MORE >
Students from service learning and work based learning classes at Dyer County High School recently assisted with the Spring Special Olympics games that were held at DCHS. Students from these classes volunteered to work the event. The students worked hard but declared that the hard work was worth it when they saw how much joy the athletes got from participating in... READ MORE >
The Dyer County School System's administrative staff and school board members recently held a banquet to recognize and celebrate the Teachers of the Year from each school. The teachers' accomplishments were shared with the group. They were treated to a meal and also received a plaque and a gift in appreciation of their hard work. Teachers recognized were Michael... READ MORE >
The Dyer County School System's administrative staff and school board members recently held a banquet to honor five teachers and one principal who are retiring from the school system at the end of the 2018-2019 school year. The staff members were recognized and honored during a recent end of the year banquet. Retirees pictured are Amber Long (teacher at Finley... READ MORE >
Kindergarten Registration will take place on Wednesday, April 10th from 8:15-3:30 at each elementary school. A child must be 5 years old on or before August 15, 2019 to attend Kindergarten during the 2019-2020 school year. Parents may pick up registration packets at their child's school. Included in this packet will be: (1) an explanation of requirements for... READ MORE >
Dyer County Schools will register children for the Pre-K classes on Thursday, April 11, 2019 from 4:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. and on Friday, April 12, 2019, from 8:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. at the Milton McGee Auditorium, 159 Everett Ave, Dyersburg. Applications will be available the day of registration. Your child must be four years old by August 15, 2019, to be eligible... READ MORE >
Congratulations to the Dyer County Lady Choctaws on winning the 13 AAA District Tournament. The Lady Choctaws will host the Cordova Lady Wolves in the first round of the regional tournament. The game will be played at Dyer County High School on Friday, February 22 at 7:00 p.m. The admission price will be $7.00. READ MORE >
Several Dyer County High School students and community members had the opportunity to tour the STEAM bus today. The bus made a quick stop by the Dyer County Board of Education so that members of the Pace Committee could tour the bus. Several DCHS students also took advantage of the opportunity to visit the bus and explore the activities that are being offered to... READ MORE >
Congratulations to Fifth Consolidated Elementary School’s Teacher of the Year, Mrs. Courtney Shaw. Courtney graduated from the University of Mississippi and has been teaching for 23 years. Courtney has been a special education teacher at FCS for the last three years. She has been a board member for the International Dyslexia Association, a mentor teacher, a member... READ MORE >
Newbern Elementary School proudly presents our Teacher of the Year, Mr. Michael Kidd. Mr. Kidd has taught music to all the students at our school for the past 4 years. Students in his music class spend time singing, dancing and moving. In his own words, Mr. Michael said, “At the end of the day, when my students grow up I want them to be able to sing lullabies to... READ MORE >
Congratulations to Finley Elementary School’s Teacher of the Year Mrs. Hailey White. Mrs. Hailey has seven years teaching experience with the last four being the special education teacher at Finley Elementary School. Mrs. Hailey graduated with her bachelor’s degree from the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga. She serves on the Leadership and PBIS teams at... READ MORE >
Congratulations to Taylor Ricks for being selected as one of Dyer County High School's Teachers of the Year. Taylor is a chemistry and physics teacher at DCHS. He lives in Dyersburg with his wife, Chelsea, and their almost two year old son, Grayson. Taylor is a graduate of Dyersburg High School. He has a Bachelors degree from the University of Tennessee at... READ MORE >
Congratulation to Ms. Hilary Norrid for being selected as one of Dyer County High School’s Teachers of the Year. Ms. Hilary received her Bachelor's degree in English from the University of Tennessee at Martin in 2008 and her Masters' degree in Secondary Education in 2011. This is her seventh year teaching for Dyer County Schools. She taught English/ Language Arts... READ MORE >
Congratulations to Mrs. Tina Greenlee for being selected as one of Dyer County High School’s Teachers of the Year. Mrs. Greenlee teaches English I Honors, English II Honors, English III Honors, and AP Language and Composition. She graduated from Union University with a Bachelor's degree in English with minors in Secondary Education and Music and later graduated... READ MORE >
Congratulations to Holice Powell Elementary School’s Teacher of the Year, Ms. Wendy Fisher. Ms. Wendy has been teaching for five years. She began her teaching career at Holice Powell Elementary School where she teaches 4th grade. Ms. Wendy graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Education from Grand Canyon University and then went on to get a Master’s degree in... READ MORE >
Congratulations to Ms. Amber Weatherly for being selected as Teacher of the Year for Trimble Elementary School. Ms. Amber has ten years of teaching experience with the Dyer County School System. She currently teaches first grade. Ms. Amber earned her Bachelor’s Degree from the University of Tennessee at Martin. She has served on the Trimble Elementary School... READ MORE >
Congratulations to Northview Middle School's Teacher of the Year, Mrs. Kelli Kail. Kelli graduated from the University of Tennessee at Martin in 2000 with a bachelor's degree and then graduated from Murray State in 2004 with a Master's Degree in Guidance and Counseling. Kelli has taught for 18 years. She began her teaching career at South Fulton Elementary... READ MORE >
Congratulations to Three Oaks Middle School's Teacher of the Year, Mrs. Beth Terry. Beth is a 6th grade English Language Arts teacher at Three Oaks Middle School. She lives in Newbern with her husband, Andy, and their three children Spencer, Reece, and Amy Caroline. Beth is a graduate of Dyersburg High School. She also holds degrees from Dyersburg State... READ MORE >
Students in Mrs. Mobley, Mrs. McCall and Mrs. Babbitt's leadership classes decided to spread some holiday cheer this year. Students donated gifts and money for gifts in order to make a family's Christmas a little more special. The family was located through the Dyer County School System's Family Resource Center. The leadership class was provided a "wish list"... READ MORE >
The Dyer County High School FFA program's float placed 1st in the Civic Float Division with a float entitled, ‘Santa’s Workshop’. READ MORE >
Though the Region 7AAA Championship match got off to a less-than-ideal start than the Lady Choctaws and head coach Shanna O’Bright would have liked, it was the ending which made all the difference in the world as Dyer County rallied to take the next two sets then, after coming up just short of clinching the match in four frames, dominated the fifth and final set to... READ MORE >
Four Lady Choctaws received individual honors following the recent championship match. Players honored were (from left) Katelyn Anderson (All Tournament), Caity Kirk (All Tournament), Maggie Bartlett (All Tournament Most Valuable Player) and Rachel Hill (All Tournament). Congratulations to each of these girls for their outstanding performance in the tournament. READ MORE >
Congratulations to the staff and students at Newbern Elementary School for being named a Reward School for the 2017-2018 school year. READ MORE >
Congratulations to the staff and students at Fifth Consolidated Elementary School for being named a Reward School for the 2017-2018 school year. We are extremely excited to announce that Fifth Consolidated Elementary School has been named a 2018 Tennessee Reward School! This is their fourth time to receive this honor. Reward status is the top distinction a... READ MORE >
Congratulations to the staff and students at Three Oaks Middle School for being named a Reward School for the 2017-2018 school year. We are extremely excited to announce that Three Oaks Middle School has been named a 2018 Tennessee Reward School! This is their third time to receive this honor. Reward status is the top distinction a school can earn in Tennessee.... READ MORE >
Governor Bill Haslam and Commissioner of Education, Dr. Candice McQueen, visited the Dyer County School System today. The governor and commissioner toured Dyer County High School, explored the new STEM lab and visited Mrs. Jessica Murray's Algebra classroom. Mrs. Murray served on the governor's education cabinet for the past two years. The governor and... READ MORE >
Congratulations to the students who received the WLJT 2018 Young Writers and Illustrators Awards. The Dyer County School System was well represented. Way to go Choctaws!Kindergarten:Runner-Up: Weston, Sugar's Story, Holice Powell School, DyersburgFirst Place: Clare, Unicorn World, Holice Powell School, Dyersburg1st grade:Runner-Up: Silas, The Ninjas, Holice Powell... READ MORE >
Welcome to the Dyer County Schools website. All of our district and school information can be found here. Our school system strives to be the best we can be. The secret to our success is actually no secret at all. We have strong community ties and each of our schools is family oriented, which enables our students to persevere into life past graduation and to... READ MORE >