🍂 Fall Registration Is Now Open!

Sing, move, and make music together! The Dexter Children's Chorus, led by DEEC Music teacher, Molly Hampsey and Wylie Music teacher, Andrea Lindback, introduces young singers to healthy vocal technique, musicianship, and performance skills in a fun and supportive environment. Students will build confidence, develop teamwork, and explore a variety of musical styles while preparing for an exciting performance in December. If you love the Spring Music concerts, this ensemble is for you!

SPORTS REGISTRATION IMPORTANT INFORMATION Two-Part Registration Process: Step 1: Arux Registration and Payment Method. Register for your student-athlete’s sport via Arux (where you are now) and provide a payment method before the first practice. Your initial registration will show a zero balance due. The participation fee for your student-athlete will be charged to your provided payment method approximately two to three weeks into the season. For sports with tryouts, the coach will notify the athletic department of any student-athletes who did not make the team. Their registrations will be removed and they will not be charged. Step 2: Complete Registration on FinalForms. This is where you'll upload your student-athlete's physical and complete annual forms. Registration on FinalForms must be completed before tryouts or any athletic activity. MHSAA Physical Requirement: All participants must have a current MHSAA physical on file in FinalForms, dated after April 15, 2026. Registration Issues: If you don't see an option to register, it might be because your account shows that your student does not attend Dexter Schools (based on your address). To correct this, please email communityed@dexterschools.org with your student's name, and we will update your account so you can complete registration. Financial Assistance: DCS is happy to work with families for whom the cost of sport participation is a hardship. Please reach out to the athletic office at any point during the school year for assistance. Athletes who have not paid their participation fees, made arrangements to pay their fees, or been approved for a scholarship may not be permitted to participate in practices or competitions until those obligations are met. Scholarships need to be applied for before the season starts. Click here to complete the scholarship application form. Family Maximum of $1,000: After all pay-to-participate fees are paid for the middle school and high school student-athletes in your family, you may request to be reimbursed for the amount over $1,000. Self-funded sport fees, Community Ed sport registrations, and purchases such as team gear do not count towards the $1,000. Contact the Athletic Department at athletics@dexterschools.org to request a family max reimbursement (these payments are made via check from the district's business office). The deadline to request this reimbursement is May 31 each school year. Requests made after that date will not be granted.

Dexter Wrestling Club (DWC) is open to students in Young 5's through 8th grade and is designed to help wrestlers grow in the sport, whether they are just getting started or have years of experience. Choose Your Registration Group Beginner Wrestling (Gold and Maroon Groups)Designed for new wrestlers and those continuing to build their fundamental skills. Practices: Mondays & Wednesdays Times: Gold, 6pm-7pm; Maroon, 7:15pm-8:15pm The Gold Group (Pre-K to 4th) is typically the entry point for our youngest wrestlers. The primary focus is on introducing the sport through body mechanics, tumbling, stance, takedowns, and top/bottom positioning. The Maroon Group (3rd to 6th) is intended for wrestlers who have mastered the basics and are ready to continue developing their technique through more advanced instruction and live situational drilling. Older wrestlers with limited or no experience are welcome. Participation in competitive tournaments is optional for both groups, but encouraged for Maroon wrestlers. After registration, wrestlers will be placed into either the Gold or Maroon Groups based on their age, size, and experience to create the safest and most appropriate training environment. Advanced Wrestling (Black Group)Designed for experienced wrestlers (typically with two or more seasons of experience) who have committed to wrestling as a primary sport and are looking for a competitive training environment. Practices: Tuesdays & Thursdays Times: 6pm - 8pm Training focuses on advanced technique, conditioning, strategy, and preparing for competition. Participation in competitive tournaments is expected. Wrestlers registering for the (Black) Group will initially be placed on a waitlist and evaluated by DWC coaches to ensure the program is the right fit. Note: 7th and 8th grade wrestlers are only eligible for the (Black) Group and will receive priority registration. What to Bring Wrestling shoes (some shoes are available to borrow from the club) Gym shorts and a t-shirt Headgear is recommended but not required

The Dexter Youth Cheerleading Association is excited to offer Cheerleading for students in Kindergarten through 6th grade Grades K–2 This Prep Team Cheer class is designed for students in Kindergarten through 2nd grade and is all about building confidence, learning new skills, and having fun! Participants will learn the fundamentals of sideline cheer, including proper motions, jumps, tumbling, basic stunts, and chants, while developing teamwork, school spirit, and self-confidence. The Prep Team will also learn material that is used throughout all levels of the Dexter Cheer program, providing a strong foundation for future participation. The program meets one day per week and includes one Saturday afternoon performance at a Dexter Youth Football game. The performance date will be announced once the Dexter Youth Football League schedule is finalized in late summer. Required Uniform: Game Bow: $5 cash due at the first practice Dexter Cheer Shirt - (need link) Shoes - must have plain white shoes. Suggested indoor shoes and outdoor shoes Black leggings Grades 3/4 & 5/6 Sideline Cheer Cheerleaders will be placed on grade-level teams (3rd/4th grade or 5th/6th grade), subject to change based on enrollment. No prior experience is necessary. Our program focuses on cheerleading fundamentals—including proper form, motions, tumbling, jumps, and basic stunts—while emphasizing sportsmanship, teamwork, and self-confidence. Schedule: Practices: twice a week starting the week of August 24th Games: Saturday mornings, September through October (6-game season) game times TBA Pictures: August 25th Banquet: October 28th (Full program banquet; each family to bring a dish) Required uniform - Families are responsible for purchasing game gear, indoor practice shoes and outdoor game shoes via Amazon, as well as plain black leggings and white no-show socks for cold weather.: Game Bow: $5 cash due at the first practice Skirt - Grades 3/4 Grades 5/6 Shell - Grades 3/4 Grades 5/6 Shoes - must have plain white shoes. Suggested indoor shoes and outdoor shoes Provided Gear: The program will supply the midriff, spankies, and poms to use for the 2026 season. If you have questions, please contact dextercompcheer@gmail.com

Kids have a natural curiosity, creativity, and desire to explore. At FIRST®, we believe STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) provides the perfect opportunity to inspire innovation, build confidence, and develop lifelong problem-solving skills. Through hands-on, project-based learning, FIRST® LEGO® League introduces students to engineering, coding, and teamwork in a fun, inclusive, and creative environment. Participants work together to solve an annual themed robotics challenge while developing critical thinking, communication, and collaboration skills. FIRST® LEGO® League Explore (Grades K–3) Explore introduces younger students to the fundamentals of engineering and robotics. Teams investigate real-world problems, learn basic design and coding concepts, and create unique solutions using LEGO® Education SPIKE™ Essential. Teams include up to 6 participants Each team is led by two adult volunteer coaches FIRST® LEGO® League Challenge (Grades 4–6) Challenge builds on those foundational skills through research, engineering, programming, and friendly competition. Teams design, build, and program a LEGO robot to complete missions on the annual FIRST® LEGO® League competition field while presenting an innovative solution to a real-world problem. Teams include up to 8 participants Each team is led by two adult volunteer coaches Pre-Season Information Meeting Tuesday, August 18 Registration for the Pre-Season Information Meeting is required for all families interested in participating in FIRST® LEGO® League this season. During the meeting, we'll: Explain the team formation process Review the season schedule and expectations Discuss volunteer coaching opportunities Answer questions about both the Explore and Challenge programs Team Formation Because FIRST® LEGO® League relies on volunteer parent coaches, the number of teams we can offer each season depends on the number of adults willing to coach. Following the information meeting, teams will be formed based on several factors, including: Previous participation Grade level Coach availability Parent willingness to volunteer Children of volunteer coaches and mentors receive priority placement because each additional volunteer helps us expand opportunities for students to participate. Once teams have been finalized, selected families will receive an invitation to enroll for the season. Volunteer Coaching No robotics, engineering, or programming experience is required! Coaches organize and facilitate weekly team meetings, keep students engaged, and help guide the team through the season. Teams typically meet one evening each week, with meeting days and times determined by each coaching team. Parents will have the opportunity to volunteer as coaches during registration for the information meeting. Please note: We will make every effort to group participants by grade level and keep returning teammates together whenever possible. However, final team assignments are based on coach availability, enrollment, and the overall makeup of registered participants.

Play baseball like you've never played before! This fast-paced, action-packed league keeps everyone involved with more at-bats, more defensive plays, and more fun. Each game features three teams competing on the field, with scoring and gameplay similar to traditional baseball. This is a coach-pitch league, and every player bats and plays defense each game. Teams are intentionally kept small (4–5 players) to maximize playing time and opportunities for everyone. Games are scheduled for 90 minutes (the current inning will be completed if time expires). Players must provide their own glove, bat, and batting helmet. Open to boys and girls ages 7–12, based on 2026 Little League Baseball Age Game times are subject to change.

Play softball like you’ve never played before. Fast-paced, lots of at-bats. Three teams play each game and runs are scored like regular softall. The league is coach-pitch and all kids play defense & hit. Teams will consist of 4-5 players. 60 minute games (but finish the inning) Players need glove, bat & helmet. For girls ages 8-12 Times are subject to change.

FIRST® Tech Challenge (FTC) gives middle school students the opportunity to design, build, and program a competition robot while developing engineering, coding, and teamwork skills in a collaborative, real-world environment. Each season, teams are presented with a new challenge that requires students to apply the engineering design process, learn programming concepts, and work together to develop creative solutions. Throughout the season, participants build technical skills while strengthening communication, leadership, problem-solving, and critical thinking. Teams typically include 12 participants and are led by adult volunteer coaches and mentors. Pre-Season Information Meeting TBA Registration for the Pre-Season Information Meeting is required for all families interested in participating in FIRST® Tech Challenge this season. During the meeting, we'll: Explain the team formation process Review the season schedule and expectations Discuss volunteer coaching and mentoring opportunities Answer questions about the program and competition season Team Formation Because FIRST® Tech Challenge relies on volunteer coaches and mentors, the number of teams we can offer each season depends on the number of adults willing to volunteer. Following the information meeting, teams will be formed based on several factors, including: Previous participation Robotics experience Parent willingness to volunteer Children of volunteer coaches and mentors receive priority placement because each additional volunteer helps us expand opportunities for students to participate. Once teams have been finalized, selected families will receive an invitation to enroll for the season. Volunteer Coaching & Mentoring No robotics, engineering, or programming experience is required! Coaches and mentors help organize weekly team meetings, support students as they design, build, and program their robot, and encourage teamwork throughout the season. Teams typically meet days each week.

Relax and Restore with this gentle, stress relieving yoga practice. Create harmony and balance of body and mind through physical postures, breathing techniques and an extended guided relaxation at the end of class. Suitable for most fitness and experience levels. Modifications are offered for both dialing back and going deeper into your practice. This class is perfect for both new and seasoned yogis looking for a restorative practice. Please bring a yoga mat to class. This class is also available via live stream, link will be sent to registrants prior to the first class. Must be an Adult or 14+ (with parent also enrolled) This is a Beginner/Level 1 Yoga Course

Improve physical and mental balance, flexibility, strength and stamina with this moderately challenging yoga practice. Vinyasa translates to “flow” through the connection of breath with movement and Hatha translates to “sun & moon” representing balance and unification in Sanskrit. Suitable for those with a moderate fitness level, some experience with yoga is helpful although not necessary. Modifications offered for both dialing back and going deeper into your practice. Please bring a yoga mat to class. This class is also available via live stream, link will be sent to registrants prior to the first class. Must be an Adult or 14+ (with parent also enrolled) This is a Beginner/Level 1 – Intermediate/Level 2 Yoga Course Note: December 22nd and 29th are Virtual ONLY for Section B

In just a few hours you can learn enough about playing the guitar to give you years of musical enjoyment, and you won’t have to take private lessons to do it. This crash course will teach you some basic chords and get you playing along with your favorite songs right away. Fee includes the online book, online follow up lessons, a recording of the class and also an optional periodic question and answer session. Class is held online using zoom and is partly hands on instruction and partly lecture demonstration. Participants will be sent the link to this virtual session one week before the class Important: If you don't see the link in your inbox, check your spam folder.

In just a few hours, you can learn enough secrets of the trade to give you years of musical enjoyment. Learn to play piano the way professionals do-using chords. The chord method is LOTS of fun and dramatically easier to learn than reading notes. Fee includes the online book, online follow up lessons, a recording of the class and also an optional periodic question and answer session.Class is held online using zoom and is partly hands on instruction and partly lecture demonstration. Participants will be sent the link to this virtual session one week before class Important: If you don't see the link in your inbox, check your spam folder.