The Dooly County School System hosted "Dips and Dialogue" for its annual Title I and Family Engagement night on September 28, 2023. It was an evening for the Federal Programs Department and school leaders to share information about the Title I budget, academic data and the resources, enrichment and interventions that are provided to students. Students were the highlight of the evening as the Dooly K-8 Art program displayed many of their works of art, the 3rd grade class sang an African folk welcome song, and the marching band played several crowd pleasing selections. Families were also able to visit with various departments and agencies to discuss the resources they provide. They received information about family engagement policies and plans and school compacts and were able to provide feedback and ideas through the family engagement survey.
Parents, Report Cards for the 1st Nine Weeks Go Home Today!!!
Please review, sign, and return the signed copy on Thursday!
#BuildingAFoundationOfExcellence
We are excited to celebrate Homecoming 2023!!! Please see the events planned for the week!
DCSS Department of School Nutrition had "udderly" amazing interactions with students on World School Milk Day, September 28, 2023. The celebration acknowledges the successes of school milk programs and the health benefits of milk for children which includes nutrients such as calcium, iodine, and vitamins B-12 and B2. At Dooly K-8, students were greeted by school nutrition mascots and were awarded prizes for answering questions and participating in games during lunch. At the high school, the focus was during breakfast where students were treated with delicious cold, flavored coffees. Adding the flavored coffees such as French Vanilla, Caramel and Smore's increased breakfast participation seventy three percent.
Grab your controllers and get ready to level up with school lunch! Healthy school meals are the perfect power-ups to set kids up to conquer whatever challenges they face. #NSLW23 #LevelUpWithSchoolLunch
During the Dooly County School System's September District Leadership Team meeting, the following staff members were recognized for excellent contributions to school and district processes. Game balls of the Month were awarded to Tiffany Laster (K-8 Professional School Counselor) and Felicia Madison (Director of Support Services, Special Education and 21st Century). The Bobby the Bobcat award went to Donna Coats (Director of School Nutrition), and Angie Brannen (Gifted Coordinator) was awarded the Committed to Growth award.
Taking action to engage students and families is essential for addressing the absenteeism, enrollment declines and educational inequities that have been exacerbated by the pandemic. Join the Attendance Awareness Campaign and address chronic absence today! http://bit.ly/1oqfID7
Poor oral health among today’s school children is now a national crisis. Having the in-school dentist at your school keeps your students in school and learning!
The Help A Child Smile Mobile Dental Clinic will be in Dooly County from Sept 25-29!
Services provided include:
Preventive Care
Complete dental exam
Cleaning
X-Rays
Fluoride treatments
Sealants
Oral health instruction
Restorative Care
Fillings
Simple extractions
Pulpotomy (Treatment of the nerves inside of baby teeth)
Crowns
Help A Child Smile accepts Medicaid and PeachCare as well as private insurance which almost always pays for 100% of treatment, so there is NO COST TO PARENTS. In addition, HACS offers an affordable self-pay option.
Please go online and register your children at https://www.myschooldentist.com/ or scan the QR code.
Save the Date: Dooly County School System All Schools' Annual Title I Family Engagement Meeting will be held on Thursday, September 28th, 5:30 PM at the high school cafeteria.
Dear Dooly County School System Families and Staff,
Due to the potential for severe weather tomorrow and out of an abundance caution, Dooly County School System will have an inclement weather day on Wednesday, August 30, 2023. Students, faculty, and staff will not report to the schools. All after-school activities are canceled for tomorrow. Please follow the guidance issued in weather reports and stay safe. Thank you
During last week’s District Leadership Team meeting, the following DCSS leaders were recognized for their participation, contributing thoughts, and leadership during the month of August. Game balls of the month were given to Mr. Rodney Daniels (Dooly County K8 Assistant Principal) and Ms. Latorri West (DCSS Instructional Specialist). The “committed to growth” plant was presented to Mrs. Carla Mahone (Pre-K Director/Intervention Teacher). Mrs. Meredith Lester (Public Relations Director) was the recipient of the “Bobby the Bobcat” for her behind the scenes efforts, seamless support, and invaluable contributions to the success of the district. #ThisIsDooly #IAmDooy #WeAreDooly #CommittedtoGrowth
Please support the Dooly County Middle School Football Team on Wednesday, August 23, 2023. Dooly Co. @ Wilcox Co. Kickoff is at 5pm!
Please come out and join us at the Dooly County K8 Academy on August 24, at 6pm for the Dooly County School System’s Community Forum for Educational Excellence and Equity. The purpose of the forum is for you to hear and learn about our strategic plan, our goals, and our progress towards meeting our targets thus far. We also want to hear your voice as we update the plan for the 23-24 school year. We are on a mission and your voice is needed. See you there!!!
Attention Dooly County K-8 Academy Parents!
The 21st CCLC 2023-2024 Afterschool Program Registration forms were sent home on August 16, 2023. The program will operate Mondays-Thursdays from 3:15 PM to 6:25 PM beginning September 5, 2023. All Dooly County School students in grades K-12 are eligible for the program. Students will receive homework help, tutoring, enrichment, recreation, and STEAM activities. A daily snack and bus transportation is provided at no cost. Slots will fill fast on a first-received, first-served basis. If you have already completed a registration form, you do not need to fill out another. We would love to have your child(ren) in the program.
Dooly County Schools Today's Lunch:
Chicken sandwich or Hamburger with fixings, onion rings, baked beans and Jibb's Vineyards watermelon.
#FuelingGA #GATrayoftheWeek
Harvest of the Month (HOTM) is the Georgia Department of Education School Nutrition Division’s farm to school initiative that highlights an item each month that can be sourced locally and served in Georgia’s school meals. This initiative encourages collaboration between School Nutrition Programs, farmers, teachers, and their communities.
Check out the DCMS 23-24 football schedule!
Bobcat Parents, there have been some minor changes to the Dooly K-8 dress code.
Attention Bobcat Parents:
The APHC (Albany Primary Health Care Association) at Dooly County K-8 will provide physicals for our athletes on Aug. 1st and Aug. 2nd. If your child intends to play sports this year and needs a physical, please send the Middle School Athletic Director (Coach Tekeria Neal) their information. Also, if the insurance does not cover the cost of the physical, there will be a $25 copay. Please send them with cash if you are unsure.
Please see the bus dismissal changes for the 23-24 school year on the Dooly K-8 Facebook page and school website. A video explaining the changes will post tomorrow on the Dooly K-8 Facebook page. Let's make it a great year!!!
