Dooly County Schools kicked off the 2024 school year with a new hire/teacher orientation at the Dooly K-8 Academy on Thursday, July 20th. We thank GAE and PAGE for providing breakfast and lunch. We also thank our community partners (Middle GA EMC, Dooly Co. Extension Office, Cadence Bank, Dooly County Chamber, Dooly County Family Connection, Gateway Center, Ellis Pecans, City of Unadilla, and the City of Vienna) for the great "swag bags" for our new teachers. We are excited and ready for the new school year.
#wearedooly #iamdooly
Dooly County Pre-K Registration Is Now Open for 2023-2024!
After returning from the GAEL Summer Conference, the Dooly County District Leadership Team hit the ground running by participating in our inaugural “Start Up” Workshop, establishing “The Dooly Way to Excellence and Equity.” For two days, July 13th and 14th, district and school-based leaders gathered to 1) continue the journey to accreditation by completing the Cognia self-assessment, and 2) to re-establish and update each other on internal processes and practices as we prepare to start another school year. Leaders utilized data to update the balanced scorecard from the strategic plan, demonstrated and understanding of Cognia standards by illustration, and engaged in a hands-on activity to mirror their unwavering commitment to growth.
Dooly K-8 leaders and educators were honored to present our Dooly story of hard work and resilience on the international stage at the 2023 Model Schools' Conference in Orlando, FLA. Presenting at the conference from Dooly County Schools were Dr. Sherrod Willaford, Interim Superintendent, Dr. Hollie Walters, Principal, and Mrs. Kylie Garrard, Teacher. We were able to inspire over 1,200+ educators from all over the world as well as ourselves.
#ThisisDooly! #MSC2023 #DCK8
Please join us for the Dooly County 21st CCLC car seat check and learn how to install your child's car seat or booster seat properly. This event is being held today at the Dooly K-8 bus ramp from 11: 00 AM to 1:00 PM.
The child must be with you for this event.
Dr. Sherrod Willaford named Interim Superintendent of Dooly County School System
On June 22, 2023, the Dooly County Board of Education unanimously approved Dr. Sherrod Willaford as Interim Superintendent of the Dooly County School System. Dr. Willaford most recently served as Assistant Superintendent of Schools and Principal of Dooly K-8 Academy. Dr. Willaford is a 26-year veteran educator in public education, having served for 18 years as a public-school administrator. During his career, he previously served as an award-winning, accomplished Principal in Georgia schools and as an Executive Director in Norfolk, Virginia Public Schools for three years. Under his leadership, he led the elementary and middle schools to being successfully removed from the GaDOE Comprehensive Support and Improvement (CSI) list of lowest performing schools in 2022. He is leading the district’s Cognia Accreditation process that will take place in 2023-24 and oversees the current facility and athletic upgrades in the district.
“I am honored to serve the students, staff, and families of Dooly County,” stated Dr. Willaford. “I am looking forward to continuing to work with the local governance team and keep moving the district in a forward direction.”
Dr. Willaford has two children and is married to Dr. Chara Willaford, a fellow educator. Dr. Willaford received his Bachelor’s degree from Clark Atlanta University. He earned his Master’s degree and a Doctorate of Education in School Improvement from the University of West Georgia. Dr. Willaford is also a graduate of the first cohort of the nationally renowned AASA Superintendent’s Program and is a member of the Georgia School Superintendent’s Association.
Please be advised that Free Summer Meals for all Dooly County Children ages 18 & Younger are available now, Monday, June 19th, for pick up at the Dooly County Schools Annex, 201 9th ST, Vienna. We have one pallet left. We will bring the boxes to your vehicles so that you don't have to get wet. Come on down now!
Greetings, Due to the inclement weather today, we are dismissing all Dooly County Schools Summer Programs at 1:30 p.m. Due to inclement weather predicted for June 15th, we will not be opened for students tomorrow. As a reminder, Dooly Schools will be closed on Monday, June 19th for the Juneteenth Federal Holiday. We will welcome students back on Tuesday, June 20th. Stay safe and listen to your local weather reports.
With the threat of potentially severe thunderstorms today, Wed., June 14th, DCSS will postpone the Book Bus scheduled for the Vienna Park and Pinehurst bus route. Updates to come.
The DCSS book bus is headed today, June 13th, to Byromville Park and on the Lilly bus route. Come on out for some great books and a cool snack!
Please be advised that Free Summer Meals for all Dooly County Children ages 18 & Younger are available now, Monday, June 12th, for pick up at the Dooly County Schools Annex, 201 9th ST, Vienna.
Dooly County 21st CCLC Summer Program- Family Health and Safety Learning Series
Here are the food pantry June 2023 dates:
June 10th, June 17th, and June 24th @ Christ Chapel Unadilla, 10 a.m. - noon.
The DCHS Canning Plant is now open! Hours are Monday-Thursday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Call 828.391.0537 for more information.
Please be advised that Free Summer Meals for all Dooly County Children ages 18 & Younger are available now, Monday, June 5th, for pick up at the Dooly County Schools Annex, 201 9th ST, Vienna.
Please check out the updated DCSS Book Bus routes!
Thurs., May 25th, 9 a.m. Mandatory 21st CCLC Summer Orientation Meeting
21st Century Meeting
Thu, May 25, 2023, 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM (EDT)
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Greetings, 21st CCLC Summer Program Students and Parents,
This is a reminder of today's mandatory summer program parent and student orientation sessions for all students participating in the program. Today's session will take place Wednesday, May 24, 2023, at 5:00 P.M., in person at the Dooly K-8 cafeteria. Our second session will be held tomorrow, Thursday, May 25, 2023, at 9:00 A.M. in person and with a virtual option. The virtual link can be found on the district website at www.dooly.k12.ga.us under news and live feed.
Felicia L. Madison, Ed.S.
The Dooly County School System celebrates the End of the Year. Congratulations to the following:
Bus Driver of the Year- Mr. David Leary
Transportation Support Staff of the Year- Mr. Bruce Kendrick
SNP Support Staff of the Year- Mrs. Martha Fortuna
Maintenance Support Staff of the Year- Mr. Winston Keaton
DCES Support Staff of the Year- Mrs. Angela Duckworth
DCES Teacher of the Year- Mrs. Melissa Godfrey
DCMS Support Staff of the Year- Mrs. Alisia Kellogg
DCMS Teacher of the Year- Mrs. Rona Payne-Volley
DCHS Support Staff of the Year- Ms. Delores Lamons
DCHS Teacher of the Year- Ms. Min'Lea Laidler
DCSS FY23 Retirees- Ms. Jean Thompson, Mrs. Sharron Marcus, Mrs. Pam Arflin, Dr. Barbara Bryant, Ms. Doretha Thomas, Ms. Earlene Salaz, Ms. Maria Armstead, Mrs. Chris Godfrey, Mrs. Judy Offenburg, Mr. Wyndell Hamrick, Jr., Dr. David West, and Mrs. Paula McKinley
Parents, you can help prevent the "Summer Slide" by checking out these terrific summer resources for parents and students! Click on the link or copy and paste in the browser.
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