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DHS Weekly Friday Community Messages

2025-6 SY

 

ID Policy – Effective Monday, September 8, 2025

Beginning Monday, September 8, 2025, all students are required to wear their school-issued ID at all times while on school grounds.

Expectations:

  • IDs must be worn visibly at all times while on campus, either on a lanyard, clipped to clothing, or attached to a bookbag.
  • Students must be prepared to present their ID at all MCPS-sponsored events.
  • If a student forgets or loses their ID, the school will provide a temporary sticker ID so they can continue with their school day while arranging for a replacement.

Temporary Sticker ID Locations:

  • Welcome Center
  • Cafeteria Entrance

Replacement IDs:

  • Permanent replacements may be requested through school security.

A $5 replacement fee will apply for each reprint.

 

Important Update: Transition from Remind to ParentSquare

Please be aware that all Community Messages will transition from Remind to ParentSquare in preparation for the new school year. We encourage all families to download the ParentSquare app and ensure your contact information is up to date in Synergy to receive messages from Damascus High School. Thank you for staying connected!

Please Download the ParentSquare mobile app

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Student Parking Hangtag Distribution – Transition Day – Monday, August 25, 2025

To be considered for a parking permit, a student must have a valid driver’s license and be obligation-free by the application deadline (August 11th at 3 PM). Both seniors and juniors are encouraged to apply; however, preference will be given to seniors. If there are sufficient spaces, juniors will be considered. 

Approved student drivers will receive their parking hangtags and assigned parking spot numbers on Transition Day between 12:30-2:00 PM in the cafeteria.

  • Parking spots are assigned first-come, first-served
  • If you want to park near friends, you must arrive together
  • Your hangtag number will match your assigned parking spot

All students must have a valid hangtag displayed to park on school grounds starting the first day of school.

Questions? Email DHSParking@mcpsmd.org

 

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