Today, the Demopolis Police Department received a series of calls threatening Westside Elementary. The FBI is involved in the investigation, and at this time, we believe the threats were a hoax. At no point was there an intruder on any of our campuses. We will continue working closely with local law enforcement and the FBI to identify the individual responsible.
Out of an abundance of caution, there will be an increased police presence at all campuses tomorrow. We plan to operate on our normal schedule.
We would like to extend our sincere thanks to the Demopolis Police Department, Drug Task Force, local FBI, Fire and Rescue, central office staff, school administrators, school resource officers, and faculty and staff for responding to today’s unplanned lockdown and dismissal with professionalism, calm, and care. Your swift actions and unwavering commitment ensured the safety and support of our students at all four campuses.
We are also incredibly grateful to our parents and guardians for your patience, cooperation, and understanding throughout the dismissal process. Your support makes all the difference.
Together, we kept safety and calm at the forefront.
Again, WE WILL OPERATE ON A NORMAL SCHEDULE TOMORROW , Friday, Aug 8.
Let’s start fresh and have a great year!
Thank you to our greeters for cheering and offering encouraging words as our students arrived this morning!
Because of a threat that was called in to the Demopolis Police Department, we will dismiss all students at this time. Students will be dismissed one at a time in a slow and orderly fashion. Please note ALL STUDENTS are safe. This is being done out of an abundance of caution.
Thank you for your cooperation in helping us keep all children safe.
Please be patient as we conduct this dismissal.
All four campuses of Demopolis City Schools are on a lockdown at this time. This is being done out of an abundance of caution because of a threat situation at one of the schools. All schools and students are safe. We will notify you when the lockdown is lifted.
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👕 Dress Code Headlines (What You Might Buy This Weekend)
(This isn’t the full code— you will have the complete rules in the school’s official Code of Conduct.)
Be neatly dressed, clean & well‑groomed.
Tops: modest necklines, no midriff/back/bust exposure; no halters, spaghetti straps, tank or tube tops; no sheers.
Dresses & skirts: at least 5″ above the kneecap.
Shorts: at least 17" along the outside seam or 5″ above kneecap.
Pants: must cover hip bones—no sagging.
No holes above the knee that show skin; no cutoff pants.
Leggings/jeggings allowed only if the top covers the butt and is at least 5″ above the kneecap in front.
No gang‑related items or offensive symbols—no alcohol, drug references, profanity, hate speech, or disruptive designs.
(These guidelines apply only to items you might buy this weekend—see the full Code of Conduct for all standards.)
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✨ Shopping Smarter (and Complying)
Make a checklist based on the bullet points above.
Try before you buy to ensure lengths and coverage are code‑compliant.
Avoid impulse buys that might clash with dress‑code rules.
Save receipts—for quick exchanges if something doesn't fit the guidelines.
👀 Remember
This is not the full dress code—it covers just the types of items you're likely to purchase during the weekend. For full details, check out your Code of Conduct or student handbook once school starts.
Shop smart, look sharp, and let’s make this weekend a win for both wallets and the school rules! 🏫👏
DCS Connect: Community, Conversation, and Campus Updates!
There will be two opportunities to attend at Fairhaven Church and Christian Chapel Church.
We hope to see you all there!
