Paul Laurence Dunbar Middle School

Title I School

Capture the memories of the 2025–26 school year with a PLDMS Yearbook! Order online now for $30 through January 31 before prices increase. Yearbooks are available for online purchase only.

As we head into Winter Break, check out this week’s PLDMS updates including Spirit Week dress-up days, club activities, and important reminders. Don’t forget backpacks stay home Friday, December 19, and Winter Break begins December 22. We wish our Eagle families a wonderful end to the semester!

Get ready for Seasons of Learning Spirit Week at PLDMS, happening December 15–19! Each day features a fun seasonal or school-themed dress-up challenge. Lanyards are required, pajamas are not permitted, and we’re excited to see all the festive creativity!

PLDMS invites families to the Winter Band Concert on Monday, December 15 at 6:30 PM. Enjoy lively band performances, support the local Community Cooperative with food donations, and celebrate the holiday season with our students.

Join us for A Night Under the Stars, a free outdoor winter concert featuring our Jazz Band and Chorus on December 12 at 6:30 PM. Bring a lawn chair and enjoy an evening of music under the cool December sky. Food, drinks, and optional premium seating will be available.

Eagle Families, this week is full of activities including FAST make-up testing, Variety Show auditions, and the Chorus & Jazz Concert Friday night. Remember to support the Fine Arts Association fundraiser throughout December! Clubs, tutoring, and the Robotics team also keep students busy and engaged.

We hope you had a great Thanksgiving break! This week includes volleyball games, arts events, student government campaigns, and FAST testing. Don’t miss Moe’s Spirit Night supporting our Fine Arts program.