DMS Cubs

10/07/2026

Such a great cause!

DMS is teaming up with United Way to make a difference!
United Way works to strengthen local communities by bringing people together and supporting programs that help children, families, and individuals in need. It’s all about neighbors helping neighbors—and we want our Golden Bears to be part of that!
Our DMS goal is to raise $2,000 for United Way, and every donation, big or small, helps us get there. We’ve added a little fun for our students along the way with free time, popsicles, an athletic wear day, and even a chance to PIE THE PRINCIPALS!
We’re asking our DMS families and Lincoln community to help us show just how much of a difference we can make when we work together.
Small donations. BIG impact. Let’s make a difference together!

We will be taking up donations on Thursday 10/8/2026 and Thursday 10/21/2026

09/28/2026

We can't thank The Greater Talladega-Lincoln-Munford Chamber of Commerce enough for supporting what we do. Our students are truly blessed with great community members.

LINCOLN -- The Greater Talladega-Lincoln-Munford Chamber of Commerce presented Drew Middle School staff with a $300 donation Sept. 9 for the school’s Special Needs Club. The funds will help support

09/27/2026

🎄 DMS CUBS + DMS PEER HELPERS = SPREADING KINDNESS THIS HOLIDAY SEASON! 🎄
❤️ Students Helping Students • School Supporting Families • Community Coming Together! ❤️
DMS Cubs is SO excited to be part of our DMS Peer Helpers this year! Our mission is simple: students helping students, spreading kindness, and making a difference in the lives of others! 🐻💛
We have some EXCITING things happening this fall, and we need YOUR help to make them possible!
🎁 INTRODUCING OUR DMS PEER HELPERS ANGEL TREE! 🎁
This holiday season, our Peer Helpers are on a mission to bring a little extra Christmas magic to students and families in our community who could use some holiday cheer! ✨
But we can't do it alone!
We're calling on our AMAZING community, local businesses, families, and individuals to help us make this holiday season one to remember!
🌟 WANT TO BE PART OF SOMETHING SPECIAL? BECOME A SPONSOR! 🌟
Whether you're a local business or an individual who wants to give back, EVERY contribution makes a difference!
🎄 SPONSORSHIP PERKS! 🎄
Businesses and individuals who donate by November 6th will have their business logo or name proudly displayed on the back of our DMS Peer Helpers Christmas Parade shirts!
Our students will wear these shirts during the annual Lincoln Christmas Parade, giving our community the opportunity to recognize the wonderful people and businesses who helped make our Angel Tree Project possible! ❤️
💚 YOUR GENEROSITY = THEIR HOLIDAY MAGIC! 💚
Every donation helps us spread joy, support families, and remind our students that they are surrounded by a community that cares.
And what better way to teach our Peer Helpers the importance of kindness, compassion, and giving back than by showing them what a community can accomplish when we come together?

🎅 READY TO SPREAD SOME HOLIDAY CHEER?
📅 Sponsorship Deadline: November 6th
📧 Contact our DMS Peer Helpers Coordinators:
Jennifer Gonzaba [email protected]
April Mogge [email protected]
💌 MAILING YOUR SPONSORSHIP?
Please make checks payable to: DMS
Charles R. Drew Middle School 78975 AL-77 Lincoln, AL 35096 Attn: Mrs. Mogge & Mrs. Gonzaba
🎄 BIG HEARTS. LITTLE ACTS OF KINDNESS. A WHOLE LOT OF HOLIDAY MAGIC! 🎄
From our DMS Cubs and the entire DMS Peer Helpers family, THANK YOU for helping us make a difference, one student and one family at a time!
❤️ PLEASE SHARE THIS POST! You never know who might want to help us make someone's Christmas a little brighter!
💚

09/12/2026

09/08/2026

SMILE BIG, DREW MIDDLE SCHOOL!
Picture Day is officially coming up on Monday, September 21! Whether you’ve spent weeks planning the ultimate outfit or you're perfecting that classic natural smile, this is your moment to shine and be forever captured in the 2026-2027 Charles R. Drew Middle School Yearbook.

08/29/2026

Homecoming shirts are now available!

🏈🖤💛 HOMECOMING SHIRTS 💛🖤🏈

PTA is selling this year’s Homecoming shirts, and you’re definitely going to want one! 👕✨

Complete the Google Form:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc4mA5V96YfYnV1BBzc_z4OZxz81teJXUS2-wfT_GNOBrmLyg/viewform?

08/21/2026

🏅💙 SPONSORS NEEDED FOR OUR 2027 SPECIAL OLYMPICS!

🌟 Help Us Support Our Athletes & Make 2027 Unforgettable! 🌟

We are reaching out on behalf of the DMS Cubs Special Needs Support Club as we begin planning for the 2026–2027 school year. Our mission is simple but powerful: to create meaningful, inclusive, and memorable experiences for students with diverse abilities, especially those who proudly represent our school in the Special Olympics.

As a Tier 1 school, we have limited funding, especially for extra activities outside of our learning environment, and rely heavily on fundraising efforts and the generosity of community partners like you to provide these opportunities for our students.

This year, our main goal is to raise funds to purchase a custom shade wall for our Special Olympics tent. While we already have a tent, it does not provide enough protection from the sun during long event days. Our athletes spend hours outside competing, cheering on teammates, and waiting between events. This shade extension will give them a safe, cool, and comfortable place to rest, recharge, and fully enjoy their experience.

For our students, this isn’t just about comfort, it's about dignity, inclusion, and being able to participate to the fullest without being limited by the elements.

Any additional funds raised will go directly toward:
Providing lunches for our athletes during Special Olympics events
Creating fun and engaging activities for students to enjoy between competitions. Supporting educational field trips for our Custom Learning Classroom, giving students opportunities to learn and grow beyond the classroom.

These moments, sharing a meal, laughing between events, and exploring new places, are the experiences that build confidence, independence, and lasting joy.

Here's how you can make a difference:

Your donation, of any amount, will directly impact the lives of our students. It ensures they feel supported, celebrated, and included by the very community they represent.

As a special thank-you, donations of $100 or more will include your business logo on our 2027 Special Olympics team shirts, allowing you to stand proudly alongside our athletes as a visible supporter of their journey. All donors will also be recognized on our DMS Cubs page.

Monetary donations are always appreciated, but donations of gatorade, bottled water, and individually packaged snacks are also greatly appreciated. These items help keep our athletes hydrated, energized, and ready to compete throughout the day during practices, competitions, and Special Olympics events.

We truly believe it takes a community to lift our students up, and with your support, we can give them the experiences they deserve.
Thank you for considering this opportunity to make a lasting impact. If you would like to contribute or have any questions, please feel free to reach out.

With heartfelt gratitude,

Jennifer Gonzaba
Special Education Teacher
Head of DMS Cubs Special Needs Support Club
[email protected]

Leslie Worley
Special Education Instructional Assistant
DMS Cubs Special Needs Support Club
[email protected]

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If you'd like to sponsor us, please send a high-resolution logo (.jpg) to:
[email protected]

Checks should be made payable to:

DMS CUBS
Mailing Address:
Charles R. Drew Middle School
78975 AL-77
Lincoln, AL 35096
Attn: Mrs. Gonzaba and Mrs. Worley

08/11/2026

Drew's SPE Crew 2026-2027

Back row.. Mrs. Garrison, Mr. Crim, Mrs. Gonzaba

Front row.. Mrs. Duncan, Mrs. Hilyer, Mrs. Worley!

Photo credits to WorleyBirds!