Decatur Public Schools

10/14/2026

Thanks to the incredible generosity of an anonymous donor, Decatur Public Schools has been selected to receive FREE tickets to an upcoming Grand Rapids Gold basketball game!

📅 Saturday, December 5th
⏰ 7:00 PM
🏀 Van Andel Arena

We are so grateful for this generous opportunity for our students, families, and staff to enjoy a fun night of basketball together!

🎟️ To claim your complimentary tickets, please use the link below:

12/5/26 @ 7:00 PM - Decatur Schools

10/14/2026

Homecoming Friday: Rain Plan

To ensure that Homecoming activities proceed as smoothly as possible in the event of rain, the following plan will be in place for Friday.

9:00 AM – Powderpuff Game
• In the event of inclement weather, the Powderpuff game will be relocated to the Middle School gym. An alternate plan will be in place for the activity.

1:30 PM – Homecoming Assembly
• The Homecoming assembly will take place at 1:30 PM, regardless of the weather.

2:30 PM – Homecoming Parade
• In the event of heavy rain, the Homecoming parade will be canceled.
• A decision regarding cancellation will be made by 1:30 PM based on weather conditions and the safety of students and participants.
• Families and the community will be notified if the parade is canceled.

Tech Center Students
• As a reminder, both AM and PM Tech Center students will not attend the Tech Center on Friday.

Golf Cart and Float Preparations
• Those bringing the golf cart/floats should arrive at the parking lot by 11:30 AM. Please cover the golf cart/floats with a canopy to protect them from potential rain.

Thank you for your flexibility and cooperation as we work to make Homecoming a safe and enjoyable experience for everyone!

10/12/2026

Our DHS students going to Spain next spring are hosting a spaghetti dinner in the high school cafeteria, Friday October 16th from 4-6:30 PM. The cost is $10 and includes spaghetti, salad, garlic bread, dessert and a drink. Tickets are available from those going on the trip, Mrs. Stiger or Mrs. Hofer. This is also the day of our homecoming football game. Come on out and support our students before heading to the game.

10/12/2026

Spirit Blanket Fundraiser at Davis Elementary School. We will also be selling the blankets during the Homecoming Game, limited stock available, cash or checks only.

10/12/2026

A big thank-you to Dave Clift for donating and installing the new stop signs at the Davis parking lot exit! They are much clearer and easier to see. We appreciate Dave taking the time to make this improvement!

10/09/2026

Homecoming is this week! Please check out the upcoming special events and come support your Raiders!

10/09/2026

Happy Homecoming Week, Raiders!

This week (October 12-17) is Homecoming, and we have lots of exciting activities planned! Please check our pages and emails for information about special dress-up days for each building and details about the week's events.

Friday's Dress Code: Class Colors and Raider Wear
Each grade level (6–12) has an assigned class color to wear on Friday. Please see the list below:
• 6th Grade: Red
• 7th Grade: White
• 8th Grade: Blue
• 9th Grade: Green
• 10th Grade: Purple
• 11th Grade: Blue
• 12th Grade: Pink

In addition to wearing their assigned class color, students should bring their Raider wear for a special school picture on the football field Friday morning. We want to show our Raider pride as a school community!

Homecoming Week Events
• Monday: Boys' Volleyball at 6:30 PM — Admission is $2
• Wednesday: Girls' Powderpuff at 7:00 PM — Admission is $2
• Friday Morning: Staff vs. Students Powderpuff Football. A special picture will be taken with all students and staff wearing their Raider wear.
• Friday Evening: Varsity Football Game
• Friday Night: Homecoming Dance

Please note that Tech Center students will be excused from attending the Tech Center on Friday. For additional information and event details, please check your emails and our pages or call us at 423-6800.

Thank you for your support, and let's make this a fantastic Homecoming Week!
Go Raiders!

10/08/2026

In case you want to sing the Raider Fight Song at Homecoming!

10/08/2026

Jr Sr High School Homecoming Events

10/08/2026

Homecoming events at Davis Elementary School.