Converse County School District #1

1:25 UPDATE - As a precautionary measure, Shawnee continues to remain in a SECURE protocol. School activities continue as usual.

2 months ago, Converse 1 Schools

1:20 As a precautionary measure, Shawnee continues to remain in a SECURE protocol.

2 months ago, Converse 1 Schools

1:12 - As a precautionary measure, Shawnee continues to be in a Secure.

2 months ago, Converse 1 Schools

CORRECTION. Shawnee was placed in a SECURE due to suspicious activity in the area. A secure means, "Business as usual" within the school while securing the building.

2 months ago, Converse 1 Schools

Shawnee is currently in Lockdown due to a suspicious person.

The safety and security of our students is our top priority. We are actively responding to the situation and collaborating with emergency responders.

At this time, we ask that parents stay where they are and remain available to receive updates and instructions as needed.

2 months ago, Converse 1 Schools

As we continue our strategic planning journey, we'd like to share a quick update. We recently held our initial planning meeting, bringing together a diverse group of 24 internal and external stakeholders, called the Strategic Planning Team. During this session, the team developed a strategic plan placemat outlining the proposed mission, vision, values, goals, and objectives for the district.

This placemat will be presented during our upcoming vetting sessions, where we’ll gather input and feedback from multiple stakeholders that represent not only our district but also our community. All stakeholder insights are essential to shaping our strategic plan, and we encourage your active participation. We cordially invite you to participate in one of these sessions scheduled in the Central Administration boardroom on October 1st or 2nd, 2025.

To see scheduled times: https://www.ccsd1.org/article/2418550

2 months ago, Converse 1 Schools

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🎉 Celebrating Excellence at DHS! 🎉
On September 6, 2025, Douglas High School proudly hosted the Alumni Hall of Fame Induction & Silent Auction at the Rec Center Main Gym. This special event honored outstanding DHS alumni whose lives and careers exemplify excellence in service, leadership, and achievement.

🌟 Meet the Hall of Fame Class of 2025 🌟
👏 Lucile (Bradshaw) Taylor, Class of 1963 – A lifelong public servant and former Converse County Clerk, Lucile’s dedication has shaped our community for over five decades.
👏 Gary Shatto, Class of 1970 – A respected pharmacist and community leader, Gary’s legacy includes decades of service through Frontier Drug and numerous civic contributions.
👏 Dr. Tanisha (Shatto) Dexter, Class of 1998 – A compassionate pharmacist and advocate for community health, Tanisha continues her family’s tradition of care and excellence.
👏 Tom Lindmier, Class of 1970 – A historian and preservationist, Tom’s work has safeguarded Wyoming’s heritage for future generations.

🎤 The event featured a keynote address by U.S. Representative Harriet Hageman, and heartfelt remarks from DHS National Honor Society leaders Maddie Brace and Yaretzi Oria.

💙 Thank you to all who made this event possible, including our generous donors, dedicated staff, and the DHS National Honor Society.

📸 See the photos and highlights from this unforgettable celebration of legacy, leadership, and community spirit!

#DHSAlumni #HallOfFame2025 #DouglasPride #CommunityExcellence #CCSD1

3 months ago, Converse 1 Schools

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We love our new school app! 📱

Over half of our parents are now using the app to:

💬Message teachers

🍕See school lunch menus

📰Get school news

📣Receive urgent alerts

🔔Check notifications

You can also report your child's absence in two easy ways:

🤳🏿Use the Safe Arrival link in the app

📞Call our toll-free number: 844-863-4701

It's everything CCSD1 in your pocket! If you have any problems logging in to the app, please call your child's school. Together, we're making sure every student gets to school safely each day!

Download for Android - https://aptg.co/JHK7nx

Download for iPhone – https://aptg.co/9tssRt

3 months ago, Converse 1 Schools

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***Friday, September 5, 7:30 AM*** Good news! The Douglas High School phones are working again. You can now call the school directly. Thank you for your patience.

***Friday, September 5, 7:00 AM*** The phones at Douglas High School are still not working. If you need to excuse your child from school, please use our Safe Arrival link within the Converse 1 app or call the toll-free number: 844-863-4701. If you need to call the school, please use this number instead: 307-358-2942. This will connect you to our main office at Central Administration, and we will relay the information.

***3:45 PM*** The phones at Douglas High School are still not working. The issue is unlikely to be resolved before the start of school on Friday, September 5. If you need to call the school, please use this number instead: 307-358-2942. This will connect you to our main office at Central Administration beginning at 7:30 AM. If you need to excuse your child from school, please consider using our Safe Arrival link within the Converse 1 app. An update will be sent to parents at 7:30 am on Friday morning.

***2:30 PM*** Phones at Douglas Middle School are now working. Douglas High School is still not working.

***2:00 PM*** Phones are still not working. Technical support is working to resolve the issue.

***12:00 PM*** Phones are still not working. Technical support is actively working to resolve the issue.

(10:00 am) The phones at Douglas High School and Douglas Middle School are currently not working. If you need to call the school, please use this number instead: 307-358-2942. This will connect you to our main office, and the message will be relayed.

We are working to fix the problem. SMS, phone, and email alerts about this incident were sent at the start of school to DMS and DHS parents. We will send parents another message when the phones at the high school and middle school are working again. Watch for updates here.

3 months ago, Converse 1 Schools

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Thanks to the businesses that welcomed our new teachers to Converse #1! We appreciate you! #OurCommunity #OurCulture #OurExcellence

https://youtu.be/p4yqXXzwyMs

3 months ago, Converse 1 Schools

***10:49: The FIRE DRILL at Douglas High School has ended. School has returned to normal operations.***

Douglas High School was Evacuated at 10:43 AM due to A FIRE DRILL.

The safety and security of our students is our top priority.

The A FIRE DRILL is expected to be resolved with students returning to class. Dismissal will be at the regular time today.

Watch for updates in the Livefeed on our web page (https://www.ccsd1.org).

Learn more about the Standard Response Protocol at: https://www.ccsd1.org/page/standard-response-protocol.

3 months ago, Converse 1 Schools

Thank you for your patience as we learn our new Converse #1 app! Today at 8:00 AM we sent out a reminder about early release on Fridays. Unfortunately, the phone call displayed an incorrect number (from Little Rock, AR) instead of our Converse #1 phone number. We've corrected this issue and future calls will show the proper number. We also accidentally sent a duplicate message at 3:20 PM. If you did not receive the notifications, please contact your child's school. Thanks again for your understanding as we learn together!

4 months ago, Converse 1 Schools

The image shows a "Thank you for your patience!" message from Converse County School District #1, with a large blue exclamation point icon and logos for Douglas High School, Douglas Middle School, and Bearpaws Athletics.

Reminder: Early Friday Schedule Starts This Week!

📅 This Friday, August 22nd, all K-8 schools will begin the new early dismissal schedule, aligning with our high school.

⏰ Check the new bell schedules: http://bit.ly/4mykkGh.

🚌Check out the bus route times: http://bit.ly/4fCRGlq.

✅ Total instructional time stays the same - just redistributed throughout the week.

Questions? https://www.ccsd1.org/article/2325792

#CCSD1 #EarlyFriday #BackToSchool

4 months ago, Converse 1 Schools

A blue and white graphic with an alarm clock icon. The text reads: "STARTING FRIDAY. K-8 schools aligning with the high school schedule! Early Friday Dismissals Begin August 22, 2025."

The DIS/DUES picture day is on Tuesday, August 26th. All students will get their picture taken, and parents will be able to order online after they see the pictures. Information will be sent home once the pictures are ready to be viewed and ordered online. Bring your BEST smiles!

4 months ago, Tanya Seeds

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Just a reminder, all students K-5 have FREE breakfast and lunch. A sack breakfast is served each morning, and the regular hot lunch menu is served during each lunch period. Students are not required to take the free breakfast or lunch. Please take advantage of this amazing program.

4 months ago, Tanya Seeds

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Parents, just a reminder - please do not drop your DIS/DUES student off until 7:35 am. The staff arrive at 7:35 for their duties, which is when students are supervised. Thank you for helping us to keep all students safe.

4 months ago, Tanya Seeds

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***11:45 - The Secure at Moss Agate has been closed. School operations have returned to normal.***

***11:37 - Moss Agate is still in Secure. Medical Team is on site for a medical situation.***

***11:27 - Moss Agate is still in Secure. Medical Team is on site for a medical situation.***

***11:17 AM - Moss Agate is still in Secure. Medical Team is on site for a medical situation.***

Moss Agate has been notified of a medical situation. As a precaution, we have placed the school in Secure. During the Secure Action, all doors are locked and entry to the building will be monitored and restricted.

The safety and security of our students and staff is our top priority. We will continue to monitor the situation and provide further updates as appropriate.

Learn more about the Standard Response Protocol at: https://www.ccsd1.org/page/standard-response-protocol.

4 months ago, Converse 1 Schools

We’re excited to share that Rooms, our new two-way communication platform, and School Messenger Safe Arrival are officially live !

Starting today, families will begin receiving messages, updates, and announcements directly from their child’s teachers, coaches, and school staff—all inside the Converse #1 app. Our new School Messenger Safe Arrival system is available for absence reporting and notifications.

Say hello to an easier way to stay connected:
✅ Messages you won’t miss — Delivered by text, push notifications, or email
✅ No additional logins — One login for all you need to know from Converse #1
✅ Accessible on the go — Stay up-to-date via a free mobile app or web experience
✅ One inbox for all Converse #1 updates — From classroom info, to district alerts and direct messages
✅ Up-to-date school lunch menus
✅ Easy, efficient absence reporting and alerts.
✅ Communications in your language — Automatic translation into your preferred language

Getting Started is as Easy as 1, 2, 3!