Good Evening Dodson Families,

Dodson's Valentine's Spirit Week concludes tomorrow!

Friday is Pajama Day for PreK - 6th grades.

The Valentine’s Day store has a few items left and will be open during lunch periods on Friday.

Prekindergarten Valentine's Day celebrations are at 8 am.

Grades 7 & 8 will have a Valentine's Day Dance.


8 days ago, Angela Manekas
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Robert C. Dodson Picture Day is Coming!

Tuesday, February 24: Picture Day for 5th, 6th, 7th and 8th grade students

Wednesday, February 25: Picture Day for 1st, 2nd, 3rd and 4th grade students

Thursday, February 26: Picture Day for prekindergarten and kindergarten students and all make-ups

Picture order forms were sent home with students this week.

9 days ago, Angela Manekas
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Good Afternoon Dodson Families,

The Valentine’s Day store will be open tomorrow, Thursday, during all lunch periods.

Small gifts are available for $0.50 to $10.

9 days ago, Angela Manekas

Dodson's Valentine's Spirit Week continues tomorrow!
Thursday is We Love Dodson Day! Wear your Dodson gear, red and black!

9 days ago, Angela Manekas
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Dodson's Valentine's Spirit Week continues tomorrow!

Wednesday is Sweetheart Day! Wear heart-patterned clothes and accessories or red and pink.

10 days ago, Angela Manekas
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Dodson's Valentine's Spirit Week continues tomorrow, Tuesday, February 10th.

It is we are Wild About Learning day; to participate, wear animal print.

11 days ago, Angela Manekas
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Dodson's Valentine's Spirit Week starts tomorrow!

Monday - Friendship Day, dress like a friend for twin day!

If you have no twin, wear black!

12 days ago, Angela Manekas
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Good Afternoon Prekindergarten Families,

We hope you are staying warm!

Valentine's Day is on one week and we hope you can join us for a special prekindergarten celebration next Friday, February 13th at 8 am in our classrooms.
13 days ago, Angela Manekas
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A moment of #SCIENCE please!

Please join us on Wednesday, February 11, from 5:00 to 7:00 PM at Lincoln High School, 275 Kneeland Avenue, for an informative Science Teachers Association of New York State (STANYS) meeting.

All elementary science teachers, secondary science teachers, administrators, and #YonkersPublicSchools parents are most welcome!

Learn about the Grades 5 & 8 Science Tests, Regents exams, new lab investigations, New York State Science Learning Standards (NYSSLS), and much more.

Parents will also get tips on supporting their students in science and preparing for state tests. New York State Education Department (NYSED) representatives will present, and light snacks will be provided.
14 days ago, YPS News
A moment of #SCIENCE please!  Please join us on Wednesday, February 11, from 5:00 to 7:00 PM at Lincoln High School, 275 Kneeland Avenue, for an informative Science Teachers Association of New York State (STANYS) meeting.   All elementary science teachers, secondary science teachers, administrators, and #YonkersPublicSchools parents are most welcome!  Learn about the Grades 5 & 8 Science Tests, Regents exams, new lab investigations, New York State Science Learning Standards (NYSSLS), and much more.  Parents will also get tips on supporting their students in science and preparing for state tests. New York State Education Department (NYSED) representatives will present, and light snacks will be provided.
Good Evening Dodson Families,

The next distribution from the Robert C. Dodson School Pantry will be tomorrow, February 6th from 8 am - 12 pm.

All families that previously completed and submitted the Feeding Westchester Intake Form should plan to come to Dodson to get their food tomorrow between 8 am and 12 pm. You do not need to fill out paperwork again.

If you would like to join the food pantry at Dodson, please request a form from your child's teacher, fill it out and bring it on Friday. New members will be able to take food on tomorrow.

If you have questions, please call the Robert C. Dodson main office at 914-376-8159.
15 days ago, Angela Manekas

Robert C. Dodson Picture Day is Coming!

Save the Date!

February 24, 25 and 26.

Picture order forms and picture schedules will be sent home next week.

15 days ago, Angela Manekas
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Dodson's Valentine's Spirit Week is next week!
February 9 - February 13

Monday - Friendship Day, dress like a friend for twin day!

Tuesday - Wild About Learning, wear animal print

Wednesday - Sweethearts, wear heart-patterned clothes and accessories or red and pink

Thursday - We Love Dodson, wear your Dodson shirt or school colors (red and black)

Friday - Pajama Day, wear your comfy pajamas
15 days ago, Angela Manekas
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Good Afternoon Dodson Families,

Please make sure your student wears or brings sneakers to school on physical education/gym days. Students must wear sneakers to participate in gym.

In addition, please label your child's clothing with their name, especially jackets, sweatshirts and sweaters. If you are missing items, please ask your child to check the lost and found in the cafeteria.

Thank you!

17 days ago, Angela Manekas
Good Evening Dodson Families,

The next distribution from the Robert C. Dodson School Pantry will be this Friday, February 6th from 8 am - 12 pm.

All families that previously completed and submitted the Feeding Westchester Intake Form should plan to come to school to get their food on Friday between 8 am and 12 pm. You do not need to fill out paperwork again.

If you would like to join the food pantry at Dodson, please request a form from your child's teacher, fill it out and bring it on Friday. New members will be able to take food on Friday.

If you have questions, please call the Robert C. Dodson main office at 914-376-8159.
18 days ago, Angela Manekas

Good Evening Dodson Families,

The next distribution from the Robert C. Dodson School Pantry will be tomorrow Friday, January 16th from 8 am - 11 am.

All families that completed and submitted the Feeding Westchester Intake Form should plan to come to school to get their food on Friday between 8 and 11 am.

If you would like to join the food pantry at Dodson, please request a form from your child's teacher, fill it out and bring it on Friday. New members will be able to take food on Friday.

If you have questions, please call the Robert C. Dodson main office at 914-376-8159.

about 1 month ago, Angela Manekas

Good Evening Dodson Families,

The next distribution from the Robert C. Dodson School Pantry will be this Friday, January 16th from 8 am - 11 am.

All families that completed and submitted the Feeding Westchester Intake Form should plan to come to school to get their food on Friday between 8 and 11 am.

If you would like to join the food pantry at Dodson, please request a form from your child's teacher, fill it out and bring it on Friday. New members will be able to take food on Friday.

If you have questions, please call the Robert C. Dodson main office at 914-376-8159.

about 1 month ago, Angela Manekas
Attention All Students Grades 6-12!
Deadline Extended to December 19, 2025 for the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. 2026 Poem Contest
Details & Submission Forms: https://www.yonkerspublicschools.org/page/mlk-poem-contest-2026
2 months ago, YPS News
Promotional poster for the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. 2026 Poem Contest for Yonkers students in grades 6–12. The poster features a stone sculpture of Dr. King against a blue background, alongside detailed contest information. Headline text reads: ‘Calling All Yonkers Students in Grades 6–12! Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. 2026 Poem Contest.’ Subheading: ‘Honoring Dr. King’s Legacy Through Creative Expression.’ The poster explains that students are encouraged to submit original poems reflecting themes of justice, courage, and unity.  Submission guidelines: open to Yonkers-resident or Yonkers-enrolled students in grades 6–12; individual entries only; poems must reflect Dr. King’s legacy through themes of justice, courage, or unity; deadline Friday, December 19, 2025; cover page available at www.yonkersny.gov/mlk ; email both cover page and poem to contest@yonkersny.gov . Selected works will be showcased on Thursday, January 8, 2026, where youth will present their poetry and participate in dialogue with community guests. The poster includes a note to contact Dr. Dwanita M. Crosby at Dwanita.Crosby@yonkersny.gov  for questions.  Logos for the City of Yonkers, Mayor Mike Spano, and Yonkers Arts appear at the bottom.

Attention All Students Grades 6-12!
Deadline Extended for the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. 2026 Poem Contest
Get Details Here: https://www.yonkerspublicschools.org/page/mlk-poem-contest-2026

2 months ago, YPS News
Promotional poster for the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. 2026 Poem Contest for Yonkers students in grades 6–12. The poster features a stone sculpture of Dr. King against a blue background, alongside detailed contest information. Headline text reads: ‘Calling All Yonkers Students in Grades 6–12! Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. 2026 Poem Contest.’ Subheading: ‘Honoring Dr. King’s Legacy Through Creative Expression.’ The poster explains that students are encouraged to submit original poems reflecting themes of justice, courage, and unity.  Submission guidelines: open to Yonkers-resident or Yonkers-enrolled students in grades 6–12; individual entries only; poems must reflect Dr. King’s legacy through themes of justice, courage, or unity; deadline Friday, December 19, 2025; cover page available at www.yonkersny.gov/mlk ; email both cover page and poem to contest@yonkersny.gov . Selected works will be showcased on Thursday, January 8, 2026, where youth will present their poetry and participate in dialogue with community guests. The poster includes a note to contact Dr. Dwanita M. Crosby at Dwanita.Crosby@yonkersny.gov  for questions.  Logos for the City of Yonkers, Mayor Mike Spano, and Yonkers Arts appear at the bottom.

Good Evening Dodson Families,

Tomorrow, Thursday, November 13 is KINDNESS DAY at Dodson.

Wear hearts or the color red for kindness!

3 months ago, Angela Manekas
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Good Evening Dodson Families,

Tomorrow, Wednesday, November 12 is KINDNESS IS BETTER TOGETHER (TWIN DAY)

Dress alike with a friend or group to celebrate unity and friendship.

3 months ago, Angela Manekas
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