Dumas Independent School District is seeking a visionary, student-centered leader to serve as our next Superintendent. Located in the heart of the Texas Panhandle, Dumas ISD is a district of choice where tradition meets innovation, and where every student is empowered to reach their fullest potential. Region 16 Education Service Center is proud to assist the Dumas ISD Board of Trustees in the superintendent search. To view the full Superintendent Profile, visit R16.us/DISDSuperintendent. Deadline to Apply: April 1, 2026.
EARLY DISMISSAL NOTICE – Friday, January 23
Due to the projected winter storm and deteriorating travel conditions expected tomorrow afternoon, Dumas ISD will have an early dismissal, Friday, January 23.
The dismissal schedule is as follows: 🚌 Students: 1:00 PM 🚗 Staff: 1:45 PM
Please make arrangements for student pick-up and supervision.
We encourage all students, staff, and families to travel safely as the weather moves in. Please stay tuned to our official channels for any further updates regarding weekend activities.
Stay safe and warm!
AVISO DE DESPIDO ANTICIPADO – Viernes, 23 de enero
Debido a la tormenta invernal proyectada y al deterioro de las condiciones de viaje previstas para mañana por la tarde, el distrito escolar de Dumas tendrá una suspensión anticipada el viernes 23 de enero.
El horario de salida es el siguiente: 🚌 Estudiantes: 13:00 🚗 Personal: 13:45
Por favor, organice la recogida y supervisión de los estudiantes.
Animamos a todos los estudiantes, personal y familias a viajar con seguridad cuando llegue el tiempo. Por favor, permanezcan atentos a nuestros canales oficiales para cualquier novedad adicional sobre actividades de fin de semana.
¡Mantente seguro y abrigado!
Due to the projected winter storm and deteriorating travel conditions expected tomorrow afternoon, Dumas ISD will have an early dismissal, Friday, January 23.
The dismissal schedule is as follows: 🚌 Students: 1:00 PM 🚗 Staff: 1:45 PM
Please make arrangements for student pick-up and supervision.
We encourage all students, staff, and families to travel safely as the weather moves in. Please stay tuned to our official channels for any further updates regarding weekend activities.
Stay safe and warm!
AVISO DE DESPIDO ANTICIPADO – Viernes, 23 de enero
Debido a la tormenta invernal proyectada y al deterioro de las condiciones de viaje previstas para mañana por la tarde, el distrito escolar de Dumas tendrá una suspensión anticipada el viernes 23 de enero.
El horario de salida es el siguiente: 🚌 Estudiantes: 13:00 🚗 Personal: 13:45
Por favor, organice la recogida y supervisión de los estudiantes.
Animamos a todos los estudiantes, personal y familias a viajar con seguridad cuando llegue el tiempo. Por favor, permanezcan atentos a nuestros canales oficiales para cualquier novedad adicional sobre actividades de fin de semana.
¡Mantente seguro y abrigado!
Jr High Band Holiday Concert
Cultural Celebration
Cultural celebration Come join us
Reminder: No School on Friday, November 14th!!!!
Any Veteran's please come join our Veteran's Day program at 11:45 and/or at 12:30 in the Jr High auditorium. Students wear your red, white, and blue tomorrow for Veteran's Day (must be in dress code).
Congrats Dumas JH Choir! The following students have made the 2025 Junior High All Region choir!
Zailyn Olivarez
Connie Hernandez
Charlie Ford
Sophie Keck
Francisco Arenivar
Evian Chanthabadith
Way to go Choir!!
Zailyn Olivarez
Connie Hernandez
Charlie Ford
Sophie Keck
Francisco Arenivar
Evian Chanthabadith
Way to go Choir!!
7th grade DJHS clubs
8th grade DJHS Clubs
Mrs. Diffendaffer's 4th period was rewarded for their accountability. Every 6 weeks students will earn points for good behavior and 100's on assignments. However, for every missing assignment and bad behavior, points are deducted. The first six weeks was a tight race, but 4th period persevered and got the W.
🎉 We're Hiring at Dumas Jr. High School! 🏫
Are you passionate about education and making a difference in students' lives? Join our team at Dumas Jr. High School as a Paraprofessional!
We have multiple positions available, and we're looking for caring, dedicated individuals who want to support student success and be a valuable part of our school community.
Are you passionate about education and making a difference in students' lives? Join our team at Dumas Jr. High School as a Paraprofessional!
We have multiple positions available, and we're looking for caring, dedicated individuals who want to support student success and be a valuable part of our school community.
Show your support for Sawyer and wear orange DJHS, Thursday Sept 4th. You may wear sweats and shorts if you are wearing some orange. No face paint or tights, please. No charge. If you are not wearing orange you must be in dresscode.
Most "Nonchalant"- Nakita Mendez ( THIS IS OUT OF EVERY PIECE IN THE SHOW!!!!!!!)
Best Junior High Piece- Melanie Granados
1st place Hopscotch- Nakita Mendez
Best Junior High Quick Paint- Serenity Perez
1st place junior high chalk- Eli Leyba
Best Junior High Quick Draw- Kiara Jimenez
Best Junior High Quick Sculpt- Nakita Mendez
If yall see these DJHS art students congratulate them!!
"8th grade parents: Please ask your student about the permission letter for science classes that are due for next week. A response is needed for every student."
Student council appreciates Officer Hatch
Student council appreciates Nurse Dill
Join us in the DJHS library Wednesday May 7th
DJHS don't forget to get your yearbook ordered. They are $48 and we only have a limited amount to sell. You can pay in the front office and they will be delivered in May.
DJHS Parents- The Jr High track meet in Plainview has been canceled for today. They are trying to reschedule it for tomorrow (Wednesday 3/5)