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Exciting news! The October edition of the DCSS Family Engagement Newsletter is here! 🗞️ Volume 2 is packed with tips for supporting your child's learning, the importance of practicing math skills and lots more!! Check it out using the links below. English: https://www.canva.com/design/DAGRNrp4jTA/zizabSSpbx6jhx0DFUaAfA/view?utm_content=DAGRNrp4jTA&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link&utm_source=editor Spanish: https://www.canva.com/design/DAGSiQVyGh4/YKKzO7xXl2OAbwY7CIqOVA/view?utm_content=DAGSiQVyGh4&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link&utm_source=editor

Dooly County School District Celebrates Prestigious 2024 GSBA Exemplary School Board Recognition Dooly County School System is proud to announce the achievement and status of the Georgia School Boards Association’s (GSBA) 2024 Exemplary School Board recognition. This recognition highlights the board’s commitment to continuous improvement, transparency, and collaboration, all of which play a key role in enhancing educational opportunities for every student in the district. The Georgia School Boards Association (GSBA) honors school boards that demonstrate strong governance, helping to create a positive educational culture that supports student learning and achievement. Dooly County School met and/or exceeded the criteria set forth by GSBA to earn the honor of a 2024 Exemplary Board. The GSBA Governance Team Recognition Program was developed by Georgia superintendents and board members based on the state board of education’s standards for effective governance to recognize exemplary leadership. In 1998, the Georgia School Boards Association was one of the first school board associations in the nation to develop a program of standards for local boards of education. The GSBA Board recognition program is a three-tiered program. For more information on the GSBA award categories, you may visit the GSBA website for awards and recognition to view the criteria for all tiers of the program.

Dear Dooly County School System Families and Staff, Due to the potential for severe weather and out of an abundance of caution, the Dooly County School System is implementing the following measures: 1. The Dooly County School System will be closed on Thursday and Friday, September 26-27, 2024. 2. Students, faculty, and staff should not report to schools on these days. 3. All after-school activities are canceled. 4. The Dooly County High School football game has been rescheduled for Saturday, September 28, 2024, at 12:00 PM in Vienna, GA. We urge everyone to follow guidance issued by local weather reports and prioritize safety during this time. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.

Exciting news! 📢 Our first Family Engagement Newsletter is here! 🗞️ Volume 1 is packed with tips for supporting your child's learning, the importance of attendance, and the exciting news that our Parent Resource Room is officially opening in October! Check it out using the links below. Let us know what you think! Together, we're building a stronger school family. English: https://www.canva.com/design/DAGRHEU_S_g/yjlbQZnjn9gXmtQEIeiong/edit?utm_content=DAGRHEU_S_g&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link2&utm_source=sharebutton Spanish: https://www.canva.com/design/DAGRNcLsdcs/KYonR968GCbiFpOYYSVn7g/edit?utm_content=DAGRNcLsdcs&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link2&utm_source=sharebutton

Middle Georgia EMC continues to be an outstanding community partner! They recently donated a pallet of water to Dooly County Schools, helping keep our students hydrated and ready to learn. Thank you Middle Georgia EMC for your ongoing support of our school system.

Middle Georgia EMC continues to be an outstanding community partner! They recently donated a case of water to Dooly County Schools, helping keep our students hydrated and ready to learn. Thank you Middle Georgia EMC for your ongoing support of our school system.

Happy National IT Professionals Day! Dooly County Schools is celebrating our incredible Technology Department today! From troubleshooting tech issues to ensuring our classrooms and offices are seamlessly connected, we appreciate all of your hard work! #ITProfessionalsDay

The Dooly County High School Golden Sound of the South presents: The First Annual Battle of the Bands Date: Saturday, October 5, 2024 Time: 5:00 p.m. Location: DCHS Football Stadium Tickets available for purchase at the high school or from any band student. The cost is $10.00.

Just a Reminder! Dooly County Schools will host our Annual Title I Meeting on September 24, 2024. Please make plans to join us at Dooly County High School starting at 5:30pm!

The first 2024 - 25 Migrant Education Program (MEP) Parent Advisory Council (PAC) will be held on Tuesday, Sept. 24 right before the DCSS Annual Title I meeting for all parents! It will be a full afternoon of exciting engagement for all stakeholders! El primer Consejo Asesor de Padres (PAC) del Programa de Educación Migrante (MEP) 2024-25 se llevará a cabo el martes 24 de septiembre, justo antes de la reunión anual del Título I del DCSS para todos los padres. ¡Será una tarde llena de participación emocionante para todas las partes interesadas!

The Dooly County School System extends our heartfelt condolences to the Barrow County School System community during this unimaginably difficult time. We stand with you in grief and solidarity. While words cannot adequately express the depth of this tragedy or ease its pain, please know that our thoughts are with all those affected. We offer our full support to the students, families, educators, and staff of Barrow County as you navigate the days ahead.

Excitement was in the air at Dooly County School System's Professional Learning Day! We kicked off the day with Code of Ethics training led by PAGE attorney Alfreda Sheppard. Our 6th-8th grade math teachers engaged with Carnegie Learning consultant Crystal Clayton, while K-3 ELA teachers explored the science of reading with Rebecca Loera with the Rollins Center, and high school educators collaborated with Dr. Dickey from Educational Epiphany to design impactful lessons. It was a day full of learning, growth, and inspiration for our incredible educators!

HAPPY LABOR DAY Dooly County students will have an asynchronous learning day on August 30, 2024. All Dooly County Schools & offices will be closed on Monday, September 2, 2024. We will see you all back on Tuesday, September 3, 2024!

Addressing chronic absence is a key component of improving graduation rates, increasing academic achievement and giving young people the best chance at success in their adult life. Join the Attendance Awareness Campaign and make a difference for the Dooly community. http://bit.ly/1oqfID7

Our School Nutrition Program has been nominated for the first GA Tray of the Week by the Georgia School Nutrition Program. Please go to the link below and vote by Friday. https://www.facebook.com/share/p/tTNQCtNTMm1Qe5sJ/

It’s time to vote for the FIRST #GATrayoftheWeek of the 2024-2025 school year! Check out these beautiful entrées served in Georgia schools last week by our teams in Atlanta Public Schools (MLK Jr Middle), Dooly County (Dooly County High), Fayette County (Flat Rock Middle), Heard County (Centralhatchee Elementary), Newton County (Alcovy High), and Whitfield County (North Whitfield Middle). Choose your favorite tray from this impressive lineup by clicking like on the corresponding photo. One 👍 or ❤️ = One Vote. Voting ends this Friday at 8:00am. Ready? Let’s Go! We’ll announce the people’s choice for Georgia Tray of the Week after we tally the final scores. #FuelingGA https://www.facebook.com/share/p/iKWjACddfCNJeriS/

The Dooly County School System will reopen tomorrow. School will resume as normal on, Tuesday, August 6, 2024. Please continue to stay alert and follow local weather reports. Thank you for your patience and flexibility.

Dooly County School System Families and Staff, Due to the potential for severe weather tomorrow and out of an abundance of caution, the Dooly County School System will have an inclement weather day on Monday, August 5th. Students, faculty, and staff will not report to the schools. All after-school activities are canceled for tomorrow. Please follow the guidance issued by local weather reports and stay safe.

Poor oral health among today’s students is 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 is headed to Dooly soon! 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/

That indominable Bobcat Spirit energized the halls of all Dooly County Schools at Open House last night!!! It's evident that educators and scholars are ready to embark on an incredible year!! Let's get it, Bobcats!!