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Douglas County Board of Education Finalist for Governance Team of the Year Award

06/15/2024

The Douglas County Board of Education and Superintendent Trent North have been honored as a finalist for the Georgia School Boards Association’s (GSBA) Governance Team of the Year Award. This prestigious award recognizes Georgia’s top board/superintendent teams that demonstrate an exceptional commitment to maximizing student achievement and enhancing trust and support for public education in their community.

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DCSS Class of 2024 Makes History With Extraordinary Academic Achievements, $71.3 Million in Scholarships and Legacy Arena Unveiling

05/27/2024

The Douglas County School System's Class of 2024 is an exceptional and talented group of graduates. Among them are a Gates Millennium Scholar, six Georgia Scholars, 536 Board Scholars graduates, and 946 students eligible for the Hope Scholarship.

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Thank you, 'Dreams Unveiled' sponsors!

05/22/2024

Thank you to the sponsors of "Dreams Unveiled," the opening event for Legacy Arena!

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DCSS Announces Summer Feeding Program

05/20/2024

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Jonathan Essien Named Gates Millenium Scholar

05/16/2024

Jonathan Essien, a Douglas County High School student, has been honored with the prestigious national Gates Millennium Scholarship.

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DCEF and AVID Empower College-Bound Seniors in Pursuit of Higher Education

05/16/2024

College preparations are underway for many high school seniors in Douglas County and they will not leave empty handed, thanks to the Douglas County Education Foundation (DCEF) and Advancement Via Individual Determination (AVID). Both nonprofit organizations continue to contribute to the ongoing academic successes of Douglas County students, helping them acquire scholarships for the future.

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Chapel Hill Middle School 8th Graders Advance to State-Level Science Competition

05/16/2024

This year, four 8th-grade students from Chapel Hill Middle School took their projects from school-level competition to state-level competition.

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Factory Shoals Elementary Hosts Inspiring Career Fair for 3rd Graders

05/16/2024

Factory Shoals Elementary School recently hosted a Career Fair, which opened doors of opportunity for 3rd-grade students.

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Douglas County Students Shine at DECA National Conference in Anaheim

05/16/2024

A group of outstanding students from Alexander High School and Chapel Hill High School recently represented Douglas County with distinction at the DECA National Conference in California.

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NDES Kindergartener Scores Perfect 7 on Writing Assessment

05/16/2024

Kingston Shelton, a kindergartener at North Douglas Elementary School, scored a perfect 7 on his Write Score Assessment!

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TMS Rising Freshman ESOL Students Embark on High School Journey

05/16/2024

Turner Middle School’s rising ninth-grade ESOL students recently got a glimpse into the world of high school at the second annual special orientation program conducted by the DCSS ESOL Department.

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Chapel Hill Boys, Lithia Springs Girls Win State Track Championships

05/16/2024

The Lithia Springs girls track and field team and Chapel Hill boys track and field team brought home state championship trophies last weekend.

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MCMS Wins Second Straight County Championship

05/16/2024

Mason Creek Middle School’s boys track and field team recently won its second-straight county championship.

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05/15/2024

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Grant Enhances Summer Programming for DCSS Students

06/29/2023

Increased funding from the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act and Community Learning Centers has granted more summer learning opportunites for Douglas County’s middle and high school students! BSCA is designed to provide additional resources to improve student attendance and engagement in schools. The grants enhanced summer programming to support student achievement.

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DCSS Hosting Classified (Non-Teaching) Job Fair

06/15/2023

Job applicants searching for a team-oriented workplace should bring their resume and positive energy to the job fair being hosted by the Douglas County School System! Preparations are underway for the June 28 event, where candidates will have the opportunity to speak with “representatives for all area vacancies,” says Jill DePriest, Executive Director of Human Resources.

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Free Summer Meals for Children

06/09/2023

Douglas County children will be able to eat healthy school meals this summer at no cost to families, thanks to a federally-funded, state-administered program. During the months of June and July, Douglas County Schools are offering free breakfast and lunch at 13 local sites

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DCSS Accepting Donations for Annual School Supplies Drive

06/01/2023

DCSS is now accepting donations for its annual school supplies drive through July 17.

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Back-to-School Kickoff Scheduled for July 22

06/01/2023

DCSS is hosting its second annual Back-to-School Kickoff on Saturday, July 22 from 10 a.m. until 1 p.m. at the Central Office

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DCSS Online Registration Open for 2023-2024 School Year

06/01/2023

Registration for the 2023-2024 school year is now open for all students, and we want to assist you in making new student enrollment efficient and easy.

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DCSS Requests Input from Stakeholders

05/31/2023

The Douglas County School System invites students, teachers, school staff, parents, family members and other stakeholders of the community to participate in the review of the S-CLIP.

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Parent Post #4 Now Available

05/23/2023

For information on family engagement opportunities in schools across Douglas County and tips on how to help your children succeed in school, take a look at The Parent Post, a parent newsletter that is published quarterly by the Douglas County School System.

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Local Fraternity Awards Scholarships to Top Students

05/22/2023

Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity Inc.'s Carrollton Douglasville Alumni Chapter recently recognized five outstanding DCSS students for academic achievement.

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WES Educator Receives Teacher Hero Award

05/22/2023

On May 15, Winston Elementary School's Angela Wilder received a special award, as she was surprised with the 2023 Teacher Hero Award from Grace Ed Technologies.

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CLMS Welcomes Special Guest for PBIS Celebration

05/22/2023

Chestnut Log Middle School welcomed a special guest on May 15, as over 70 students got to hear from a general in the U.S. Air Force.

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DCSS Students Recognized for Cybersecurity Excellence

05/22/2023

After Lithia Springs High School was named Cyber Opportunity School by the CyberStart America Program, two students have made groundbreaking individual achievements in Georgia’s CyberStart program as well.

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Megan Danielle, Top Three American Idol Finalist, Performs Hometown Concert at DCHS

05/22/2023

In a whirlwind hometown tour on Tuesday, American Idol finalist Megan Danielle surprised hundreds of Winston Elementary students with an afternoon stop on their campus.

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AHS Unveils New Performing Arts Center

05/22/2023

Alexander High School will unveil its new performing arts center to the public with an open house on May 24 from 6 p.m.-8 p.m.

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DCSS Announces 2023-2024 TOTYs

05/05/2023

The Douglas County School System is excited to announce its school-level Teachers of the Year (TOTY) for the 2023-2024 school year. These teachers were selected by peers to represent theirs schools as TOTYs for demonstrating outstanding commitment and dedication to their students and the profession.

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DCHS, LSHS Recognized for Cybersecurity Education

05/05/2023

Douglas County High School and Lithia Springs High School have been recognized by CyberStart America for their students' involvement cybersecurity education. Both schools received $2,500 prizes from the organization to continue investing in cybersecurity education for students.

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State Superintendent Visits AHS for VR Experience

05/05/2023

Georgia’s State School Superintendent, Richard Woods, visited Alexander High School to see students using new virtual reality (VR) technology to learn algebra. The program, called Prisms, provides a personalized learning experience that helps students learn math through real-world applications.

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July BOE Meeting Moved to July 17

05/03/2023

The Douglas County School System Board of Education approved moving its July meeting to July 17, 2023.

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Sixth Grade Orientation Scheduled for May 4

04/28/2023

Rising sixth graders will have the chance to learn more about middle school during 6th Grade Orientation on May 4.

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DCSS Students, Teachers Recognized at West Metro FCA's Night of Champions

04/28/2023

Several DCSS teachers and students were honored by the West Metro Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA) at their annual Night of Champions banquet.

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DCSS Names Exemplary English Learner and ESOL Teacher

04/28/2023

Each year, the DCSS' ESOL program names an exemplary English language learner and ESOL teacher. This year, the Program named Jin Wang as its Exemplary English Learner and Allen Newsome as the Exemplary ESOL educator.

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Five DCSS Athletes Recognized with Positive Athlete Awards

04/28/2023

Five DCSS high school athletes have been selected as "Most Positive" in their respective sports by Georgia's Positive Athlete organization in the Northwest Atlanta region.

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SDES' Anna Nesbitt Named District Counselor of the Year

04/28/2023

South Douglas Elementary School counselor Anna Nesbitt has been named DCSS' Counselor of the Year. The recognition honors a DCSS counselor who demonstrates exceptional dedication to students and the school counseling profession.

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2023-2024 Kindergarten Registration Opens May 1

04/28/2023

Kindergarten Registration for the 2023-2024 school year begins May 1. Visit DCSS' registration website for more information about the registration process.

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Eight Douglas County Students Selected for Governor's Honors Program

04/22/2023

Eight students from Douglas County in Georgia have been selected to attend the Governor's Honors Program (GHP) at Georgia Southern University for four weeks this summer. These eight were among 700 finalists chosen for the program from across the state.

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Reunión para Información de Matrícula de Estudiantes de Kinder

04/22/2023

Reunión de información para las familias del Condado Escolar de Douglas a Tuesday 25 de abril del 2023.

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Over $45,000 Awarded by School System Foundation in Locally-Funded Scholarships

04/21/2023

The Douglas County Education Foundation awarded $45,000 in scholarships to students of the Class of 2023, and the recipients got a chance to meet their donors and say "thank you" during the scholarship reception on April 12.

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AHS Freshman Fundraises to Cover Lunch Debt

04/21/2023

Dominique Green, a freshman at Alexander High School, noticed that some students in his school couldn't afford their meals during lunch. Instead of ignoring the problem, he took action and raised funds through donations from the community and local business leaders.

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School Choice for 2023-2024 Available Through April 27

04/18/2023

The Douglas County School System will begin accepting applications for school choice transfers April 12 through April 27, 2023. Parents may request to transfer their child to another public school in the district for the upcoming 2023-2024 school year if the school has available space after its assigned students have been enrolled.

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Chapel Hill High Senior Accepted to 40 Colleges, Receives $1.6 Million in Scholarships

04/15/2023

Regis Harris, a senior from Chapel Hill High School, has received over 40 college acceptances and $1.6 million in scholarship offers. The scholar will attend North Carolina A&T University in the fall, where he plans to major in pre-med biology.

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Mt. Carmel Student Honored for Outstanding Writing

04/14/2023

Mt. Carmel kindergarten student, Amelia Sunu, had a special surprise this week as she and her classmates found out that she was the Metro RESA winner for her Young Georgia Authors writing submission.

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Annette Winn Elementary Hosts 6th Annual Literature Loving Ladies Event

04/14/2023

Annette Winn Elementary School recently spread inspiration and literacy across the community through its 6th annual Literature Loving Ladies event. The event saw the participation of thirty readers who joined in person, through Google Meet, or by sharing video recordings.

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Bright Star Elementary Comets Outshine Competitors During March Madness Tournament

04/14/2023

The Bright Star Elementary School Comets are the champions of the 2023 Elementary Intramural Sports March Madness Basketball Tournament. Lead by Coach Cleon Kennedy, the Comets came away with the win in a nail-biting game against Sweetwater Elementary School on March 30 in the Douglas County High School gym.

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Douglasville Mayor Visits Burnett Elementary for Women's History Month

04/14/2023

On Friday, March 31, the City of Douglasville Mayor, Rochelle Robinson, visited Burnett Elementary School in honor of Women’s History Month. Mayor Robinson spoke to students on the school's morning news broadcast about her job and why she chose to become mayor.

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New Principals Announced for 2023-2024 School Year

04/14/2023

Superintendent Trent North and the Douglas County Board of Education are pleased to announce the appointment of Felicia Jones as the new principal of Lithia Springs High School.

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MCES Reaches Higher with March ARTSventure

03/31/2023

Mount Carmel Elementary School students were the latest group to be introduced to a new culture through music and dance by the CAC's ARTSventure program. Presenter Akua Taylor gave the students a taste of Ghanaian culture through an interactive program.

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Two CHHS Seniors Sign with Morgan State Acro and Tumbling Team

03/31/2023

Two Chapel Hill High School seniors, Makaya Stubbs and Tehya Purifoy, signed college letters of intent to continue their athletic careers at the next level.

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DCHS' Zhu Graduates from Leadership Program

03/31/2023

A Douglas County high school student recently graduated from the Model Atlanta Regional Commission (MARC) youth leadership program along with 49 other high school students from across the area.

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DCHS Students Selected by GreyStone Power for EMC Youth Tour

03/31/2023

GreyStone Power has chosen two exceptional high school students from Douglas County High School, Chloe Blacknall and Isabel Yang, to attend the 56th annual Washington Youth Tour leadership experience as youth delegates.

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Three DCSS Students Named 2023 Georgia Scholars

03/31/2023

Three DCSS students were among 154 graduating seniors across the state who were recognized as 2023 Georgia Scholars, State School Superintendent Richard Woods announced on March 27.

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Community Leaders Go Back to School to be Principal 4 A Day

03/25/2023

The Douglas County School System, Douglas County Partners in Education (PIE), and the Douglas County Chamber of Commerce gave the community a chance to go back to the classroom March 22 for “Principal 4 A Day.” The fun, annual event pairs community members with a principal or assistant principal to observe what our leaders are doing to prepare students for the future.

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DCSS Students Dominate TomeCon

03/24/2023

While many DCSS schools walked away with team and individual awards, the district's most prestigious honors went to Winston Elementary, recognized as the National Chapter of the Year, Holly Springs Elementary with the Superior Chapter of the Year, and Alexander High School with Second Place overall in the Reading Bowl.

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Math Competition Brings Excitement for Elementary Students

03/24/2023

Douglas County’s 21 elementary schools experienced the excitement of competition on March 21 during the elementary math competition. Over 500 students competed district wide with their schools and grade levels, and prizes were awarded for most points scored throughout the competition.

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DCSS Honor Chorus Dazzles During Community Performance

03/24/2023

It was a night filled with talent and perfect harmony on Saturday, March 17, as the county’s Honor Chorus performed at Central Baptist Church.

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DCEF Announces Class of 2023 Scholarship Recipients

03/24/2023

Douglas County Education Foundation (DCEF) Executive Director Angelia O’Neal announced the names of 25 scholarship recipients on Wednesday, March 22.

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DCSS Schools Receive RAMP Designation

03/24/2023

The Douglas County School System congratulates Douglas County High School, Lithia Springs High School, and Turner Middle School for earning being named Recognized American School Counselor Association (ASCA) Model Programs.

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North Visit to Head Start Program Highlights Role of Early Learning

03/17/2023

Superintendent Trent North visited Douglas County's Head Start program this week, highlighting the importance of early childhood education. During a visit filled with smiles, laughter, and literacy, he learned about the program's impact on young learners.

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SDES' Bell Recognized as 2023 Agriculture Rockstar Teacher

03/17/2023

Each year, the Douglas County Farm Bureau nominates a particular school to participate in their “Ag In the Classroom Rockstar Teacher” Contest! This year’s nominated school was South Douglas Elementary, and this year's winning teacher was Robin Bell.

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CHES' Sheldon Named DCSS Media Specialist of the Year

03/17/2023

Chapel Hill Elementary School is delighted that Cameron Sheldon has been awarded the title of Douglas County’s Library Media Specialist of the Year. The award honors K-12 library media specialists who have created instructional collaborations that improve student engagement and achievement.

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SDES Students Test History Knowledge in "Who Was?" Books History Bee

03/15/2023

SDES students had the opportunity to test their knowledge of famous historical figures in the school's first "Who Was?" Books History Bee.

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ASES' Arnold Receives PAGE Educator Grant

03/15/2023

Arbor Station Elementary School's Kimberly Arnold was named a recipient of a PAGE Educator Grant last week.

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Johnson Sisters Flying High in Gymnastics

03/15/2023

At the Newnan School of Gymnastics, three DCSS students are making big names for themselves in the sport.

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DCSS to Honor School Social Workers March 5-11

03/06/2023

This week marks School Social Work Week, a time to recognize and celebrate the important role that school social workers play in supporting the mental health and well-being of students in schools.

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Cougars, Panthers Punch Tickets to Final 4

03/04/2023

Two DCSS basketball teams have advanced to the Georgia High School Association (GHSA) Final Four with victories on Wednesday night.

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North Tosses First Pitch at CHHS Region Opener

03/03/2023

Superintendent Trent North threw out the first pitch at the Chapel Hill High School baseball team's region opener on Wednesday, March 1.

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AHS FFA Helps Restore American Chestnut Tree Population

03/03/2023

Alexander High School Agriculture students and members of Future Farmers of America (FFA), along with their instructor Mr. Ryan Bragg, recently planted six American Chestnut trees on campus as part of the restoration efforts of The American Chestnut Foundation.

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Fraternity Pays Lunch Debt for 22 Douglas County Schools

03/03/2023

The Carrollton Douglasville Alumni Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. and the Community Diamonds Foundation visited Annette Winn Elementary on march 2 and presented a generous check to help pay off school lunch debt. The groups' donation will cover lunch balances of all 20 elementary schools, Stewart Middle School, and Douglas County High School.

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DCSS Sees 23 Named to GHP Semi-Finalist List

03/03/2023

Twenty-three Douglas County School System high school students have been named semi-finalists for the 2023 Governor's Honors Program (GHP). The GHP is a residential summer program for skilled, knowledgeable, and talented high school sophomores and juniors.

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All DCSS High Schools Receive AP Honors School Recognition

03/03/2023

For the second year in a row, all five high schools in Douglas County were among 273 schools around the state to receive AP Honor Schools recognition from State School Superintendent Richard Woods.

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Parent Post #3 Now Available

03/01/2023

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DCSS Holding Teacher Recruitment Fair March 7

03/01/2023

On March 7, DCSS will be hosting a teacher recruitment and transfer fair. The event will be held in Chapel Hill High School's gymnasium from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.

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Exhibit Teaches CHES Students About African American Inventors

02/17/2023

Students at Chapel Hill Elementary were able to have a hands-on experience honoring a variety of inventors for Black History Month. The experience, called the African American Inventors Exhibit, exposes the students to various inventions and cultivates conversation about how these inventions impact society today.

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MAES STEM Night Offers Fun Learning for Students and Parents

02/17/2023

Mason Creek Elementary School enjoyed their last Extreme STEM Night of the year on February 9. The night featured several opportunities for students and their parents to participate in STEM activities involving animals, telescopes, robots, and much more.

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Students Learn Rules of Etiquette with Superintendent

02/17/2023

A recent Superintendent’s Advisory Forum discussed the ins and outs of dining etiquette. Nia Brown of Majestic Etiquette welcomed high school and elementary students by instructing them in the finer points of dining etiquette.

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DCSS Announces New Administrative Appointments

02/15/2023

The Douglas County Board of Education and Superintendent Trent North are pleased to announce two new administrative appointments. Alexander High School Principal Dr. Christopher Small will be the district’s Executive Director of Operations, and New Manchester Elementary School Principal Keith Racine will be an Area Executive Director for the district.

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DCSS Says "Thank You" to School Counselors

02/14/2023

This month we salute our school counselors as part of National School Counseling Week. All year long, we salute them for making a difference in the lives of Douglas County students.

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MCMS Student Wins County Water Essay Contest

02/10/2023

In December, Isaac Riley, an eighth grader at Mason Creek Middle School was recognized at the Georgia State Capitol as Douglas County’s winner in the 2022 Annual Metro Water District Middle School Essay Contest.

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NMHS FBLA Gives Back in a Big Way

02/10/2023

NMHS' FBLA is giving back to its community by donating 100 kits to the Ronald McDonald House Charities of Atlanta. The kits will be used by families housed at the local Ronald McDonald house during short and long-term stays.

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Billingslea Striving to Positively Impact Students

02/10/2023

At Lithia Springs High School, Chris Billingslea is a familiar face for all students at the school. Billingslea has served as a school resource officer (SRO) for just over one year. In that role, his mission has always been to help the students he sees in any way possible.

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System Young Georgia Author Winners Announced

02/10/2023

This week, the Douglas County School System announced its grade-level and district-level winners for the 2023 Young Georgia Authors (YGA) competition.

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DCSS Sends Five to State Science and Engineering Fair

02/10/2023

Several students presented at the West Georgia Regional Science and Engineering Fair on February 3, and five students from DCSS placed well enough to advance to the state fair in March.

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DCSS STAR Students and Teachers Honored by Rotary Club

02/10/2023

During last week’s meeting, the Rotary Club of Douglas County honored Douglas County School System’s STAR Students and Teachers.

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NDES Students Chat with Sesame Street Puppeteer

02/03/2023

North Douglas Elementary School students were paid a visit by Megan Piphus Peace last week. Piphus Peace is the first African-American female puppeteer for the television show Sesame Street.

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Narcan Now Available in All DCSS Schools

02/03/2023

The nation’s opioid crisis is growing at an alarming rate. In Douglas County, our school system is working to be part of the solution by stocking all schools with medication that can reverse an opioid overdose.

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SDES Sports and Reading Club Encouraging Students to Love Reading and Athletics

02/03/2023

Reading is a vital skill for all students to be successful in school, and South Douglas Elementary School is working to help students develop a love of reading and physical activity through its Sports and Reading Club.

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Cultural Arts Council ARTSventure Gives YMS Students a Multicultural Experience

02/03/2023

Students at Yeager Middle School got to learn about music from throughout the world on January 13 thanks to the Cultural Arts Center of Douglasville/Douglas County. The CAC presented "Oceans of Rhythm," which takes students across the world through music, singing and dancing.

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Checkmate! DCSS Students Win Big at Annual Chess Tournament

02/03/2023

Despite it being a Saturday, over 70 DCSS students came out to compete in the annual Douglas County Scholastic Chess tournament.

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Community Gathers with Michelle Simmons

02/02/2023

For parents wanting to learn about board governance, DCSS Board of Education member Michelle Simmons is hosting a community event on February 8 at 6:00 p.m. at Mirror Lake Elementary School.

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CHES Stays Busy with STEAM Projects

01/27/2023

Chapel Hill Elementary School has been busy with several STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Math) activities over the past few weeks.

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Top-Ranked Cougars Eyeing Region Crown as Regular Season Wraps

01/27/2023

AHS' men's basketball team has been the top-ranked team in Class 6A for the past eight weeks. Despite the top ranking, the team still feels it has unfinished business from last season as the postseason nears.

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TMS' Coner Wins County Spelling Bee

01/27/2023

After nine rounds of intense spelling, TMS' Gabriele Coner was named DCSS' Spelling Bee Champion on January 24.

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DCSS Students Celebrate 100th Day of School

01/26/2023

On January 21, several students in DCSS' elementary schools celebrated the 100th day of school.

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Carnes Takes First at New Jersey Gymnastics Meet

01/20/2023

Braelynn Carnes has had a knack for gymnastics since beginning the sport at two-years-old. Last weekend, the MCMS' eighth grader took first place in the all around competition at the Star Struck Invitational in New Jersey.

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Countdown to DCSS District Spelling Bee

01/20/2023

DCSS' best spellers are preparing to compete on January 24 for the title of District Spelling Bee Champion.

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DCSS Names District Science and Engineering Fair Winners

01/20/2023

Several students from throughout the Douglas County School System received recognition for their projects in the Douglas County Science and Engineering Fair on January 13 during a virtual ceremony.

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FSMS Gardening Club Receives McDonald's Golden Grant

01/18/2023

Factory Shoals Middle School's garden club began with a $500 grant from Farm Bureau, and last month, the club received a $1,000 McDonald's Golden Grant to help it continue growing.

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New Manchester High Author Inspires Teens to Live With Confidence

01/17/2023

New Manchester High School senior Zaki Roshell says being a teen can be like riding a rollercoaster, but she's written a book that she hopes will help young people navigate the most difficult parts of their teenage years.

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After School Events Canceled for January 12

01/12/2023

The Douglas County School System has canceled all after-school activities and programs today because of possible inclement weather this evening.

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Learn More About Georgia's P-EBT Program

01/09/2023

On December 20, 2022, Georgia's Department of Human Services’ Division of Family & Children Services began issuing Summer P-EBT. These benefits cover the 2022 summer month time frame for free and reduced meal program eligible children.

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Trent North Named Finalist for National Superintendent of Year

12/20/2022

DCSS Superintendent Trent North is one of four finalists for the national honor.

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Beulah Elementary TOME Donates to a Worthy Cause

12/19/2022

As a club that meets for weekly book discussions, Beulah Elementary School's TOME Club also joined together to serve others this holiday season.

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Five REACH Scholars Celebrated During Signing Ceremony

12/19/2022

During a statewide Realizing Educational Achievement Can Happen (REACH) Scholarship signing event, the Douglas County School System welcomed five students to the Georgia program. The REACH Scholarship is a needs-based scholarship that exists to increase the academic persistence and achievement of Georgia’s academically promising middle and high school students and increase college access and success.

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Local Heroes Bring Holiday Cheer

12/19/2022

On December 15, police officers from throughout the county got an opportunity to give back to the community through the Douglas County School System's annual Shop with a Cop event. The event, which was made possible by several community sponsors, allows students to select Christmas presents for themselves and their families while accompanied by local police officers.

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A Holiday Message to DCSS' Families

12/19/2022

Click for a holiday greeting to DCSS families from Superintendent North.

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12-14-22 Parent Post Newsletter

12/14/2022

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Most Wonderful Art of the Year on Display at CAC

12/14/2022

The Cultural Arts Center of Douglasville and Douglas County was ablaze with excitement and talent from students throughout Douglas County last week. DCSS art teachers held school contests among their students and submitted top "Winter Wonderland" themed artwork to be hung in the gallery.

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AHS JROTC Raider Team Finishes Second in State

12/14/2022

Alexander High School's JROTC Raiders team is celebrating a second-place finish at their annual state competition. This marks the fourth year in a row that the team has finished in the top-two at the state competition.

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Lions Capture Flag Football State Title

12/14/2022

Lithia Springs High School's flag football team capped off an undefeated season on December 8 by winning the Class 5A-6A State Championship 14-0.

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Lions Flag Football Team Returns to State Championship

12/06/2022

Lithia Springs High School's flag football team punched its ticket to the state championship after defeating St. Pius X High School 7-0 Monday afternoon.

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DCSS Schools Celebrate Parent Involvement in November

12/05/2022

November was National Parent Involvement Month, and several schools around Douglas County took time to thank parents for all the ways that they support learning each day.

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World Series Trophy Makes Final Stop at Sweetwater Elementary

12/05/2022

In September, Sweetwater Elementary School teacher Anita Outlaw was welcomed as the Atlanta Braves' 3 millionth fan, and on November 18, the team declared the day Anita Outlaw's Braves Day.

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Read All About It in the DCSS Digest Magazine

12/05/2022

The fall edition of the DCSS Digest Magazine is now available! Click "Read More" to access a digital copy of the magazine.

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Real Men Read at Eastside Elementary

12/05/2022

An Eastside Elementary School literary tradition returned this year for a day filled with reading and inspiration. Real Men Read brings males from across Douglas County to read from the pages of their favorite books.

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North Named 2023 Georgia Superintendent of the Year

12/01/2022

On December 1, DCSS Superintendent Trent North was named 2023 Georgia Superintendent of the Year.

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No In-Person Classes on Dec. 6

11/29/2022

In-person classes will be canceled for students on Tuesday, December 6. Teachers and staff will be on campus for a teacher work day.

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Family Engagement Night Scheduled for November 29

11/28/2022

The Douglas County School System will be hosting a Family Engagement Night and Proportionate Care Consultation for Douglas County parents of public, private and home schooled students on Tuesday, November 29.

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High Schools Getting Basketball Seasons Underway

11/28/2022

As fall turns to winter, basketball season is heating up around Douglas County. Several teams enter the season with lofty goals and expectations, while others are looking to continue building on a culture of success.

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A Thanksgiving Letter from Superintendent North

11/24/2022

Click to read a letter to DCSS' families from Superintendent Trent North.

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NDES Resource Officer Spreads Joy on Campus

11/21/2022

North Douglas Elementary School Resource Officer Quinta Lossa delights in serving students and keeping them safe.

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CHHS Students Compete in Peach State Classic Debate

11/21/2022

Three Chapel Hill High School students put on great showings at the Georgia's largest speech and debate competition at Carrollton High School. Although this was each students first debate competition, two advanced to the quarterfinals of their event, while another received a third-place honorable mention award.

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DCHS Alumni Becomes Member of Elite Navy Honor Guard

11/21/2022

Airman Durand Byssainthe, a 2020 Douglas County High School graduate, recently completed an intensive 10-week training program to become a member of the elite U.S. Navy Ceremonial Guard.

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DCSS Celebrates Veterans Day

11/21/2022

On November 11, many of DCSS' schools took time out of their days to honor our veterans and the sacrifices that many have made for our country.

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Local Author Visits AHS Classroom

11/14/2022

A local author and retired DCSS teacher paid a visit to AHS' early childhood education classes to assist them in creating literacy sets for parents and young students.

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SDES Students Get to Read with Nature

11/14/2022

The last couple of years have presented challenges to teachers, students and families, alike. However, in response to the challenges, a wonderful addition was added to the grounds of South Douglas Elementary School.

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ASES Holds Family Curriculum Night

11/14/2022

Arbor Station Elementary School gave parents a firsthand opportunity to learn about what their students are learning in school at the school's curriculum night.

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AHS Performing Arts Center Scheduled for Spring Completion

11/14/2022

After breaking ground on a new, state-of-the-art performing arts center at Alexander High School in 2021, construction on the school's newest facility is slated to wrap in April 2023.

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Eight Elementary School Counselors Receive Grants from Office Depot

11/14/2022

The Douglas County Education Foundation recently secured a grant from Office Depot/Office Max that gave eight elementary school counselors $2,000 eGift cards to purchase needed items for their schools and students.

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FOX 5 Storm Team Meteorologist Ryan Beesley Visits NMES

11/14/2022

FOX 5 Storm Team meteorologist Ryan Beesley helped students at New Manchester Elementary School learn more about the science of weather forecasting with a surprise visit last week.

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DCSS Hosting Virtual Equitable Services Meeting

11/09/2022

DCSS will host a virtual meeting for private school officials to discuss equitable services for next school year on Wednesday, December 6, 2022, at 2:00 p.m.

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FLEX First Graders Celebrate Reading with Storybook Character Dress-Up Day

11/07/2022

FLEX Academy first graders celebrated literacy last week by dressing up as their favorite storybook characters.

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LSES After School Program Growing Chefs

11/07/2022

Lithia Springs Elementary School cafeteria manager Randy Jones started the Growing Chefs program during the school's after school program, and so far, many students have unlocked a love of cooking thanks to Jones.

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AHS Aspiring Pilot Featured on Today Show

11/07/2022

For Alexander High School sophomore Bryleigh Schival, boarding an all-female flight was a dream come true. Last month, Schival had the privilege of boarding a Boeing 737 piloted, staffed and crewed entirely by women.

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Employee Student Transfer Information

10/31/2022

In order to plan more effectively for the 2023-2024 school year, the employee student transfer window will open Tuesday, November 1, 2022, through Friday, November 18, 2022. Any permanent Douglas County School System employee may apply for a student transfer for their child for the 2023-2024 school year during this time. This includes transfers for students who will be entering kindergarten for the first time.

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DCEF Holds Successful FUn Run

10/27/2022

One of the community’s favorite fun runs, the Douglas County Education Foundation (DCEF) Fun Run, was a great success at New Manchester High School the morning of October 15.

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DCSS Certifies 36 Educators for STEM

10/27/2022

Thirty-six DCSS educators are the first to receive the District's STEM Certification. The competency-based certification comprises state, national and international STEM standards, and takes a year for teachers to complete.

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Graduation Rate for DCSS' Class of 2022 Exceeds State Average

10/27/2022

DCSS' four-year graduation rate of 88.7% for the Class of 2022 has exceeded the state average of 84.1, according to the Georgia Department of Education.

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Trek or Treat 5K Run Scheduled for Saturday

10/25/2022

The Trek or Treat 5K Justice Run is slated for Saturday at Boundary Waters Park.

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Reunión Virtual de Familia (Virtual Meeting for Spanish-speaking Families)

10/25/2022

La reunión será el día Miércoles 26 de Octubre a las 5:00 de la tarde.

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NMHS Students Learn About Career and Internship Opportunities

10/24/2022

New Manchester High School's Career and Technical Instruction (CTI) department recently hosted a speaker from the Georgia Department of Natural Resources and picked up some surprising new knowledge.

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DCSS Introduces New Safety App

10/24/2022

The See It, Say It, Send It App launch now allows students to anonymously report potential threats to school administrators.

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CHES 5th Graders Help Make Book Fair Fun for Young Students

10/24/2022

Although book fairs are about reading, some fifth grade students at Chapel Hill Elementary School got to showcase their math skills to help younger students enjoy the book fair.

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Douglas County Superintendent Trent North Finalist for GA Superintendent of Year

10/19/2022

Douglas County School System Superintendent Trent North has been named a finalist for Georgia's Superintendent of the Year. North received the honor today at the Georgia School Superintendents Association's fall conference in Athens. The recognition program honors outstanding district leaders who exhibit exemplary and visionary leadership. Georgia School Superintendents Association selected four superintendents from across the state in a competitive process based on their visionary leadership, commitment to improving the quality of education, communication, and community involvement. "Superintendent Trent North is a skillful leader who never fails to do what is best for Douglas County students," says Douglas County Board of Education Board Chair Tracy Rookard. "He leads our district with an unmatched commitment to educational excellence and student success."

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DSES Hosts Wax Museum for Hispanic Heritage Month

10/17/2022

Students at Dorsett Shoals Elementary School hosted a wax museum for Hispanic Heritage month for parents, other students and school staff members to learn more about key figures in Hispanic culture.

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BAES Students Enjoy Time with Patriot Pals

10/17/2022

After a two year hiatus, Bill Arp Elementary School welcomed its Patriot Pals program back into the school.

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Book Tastings Introduce SDES Students to New Reads

10/17/2022

South Douglas Elementary third graders had a tasty treat last week, as they participated in a book tasting in their school's library.

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Teens Driving Efforts to Raise Roadway Awareness

10/17/2022

Chapel Hill High School senior Jordan Arfanakis is doing her part to increase roadway awareness among her fellow teen drivers. Arfanakis is the founder and president of CHHS' chapter of Teens in the Drivers Seat, and the group held its first event last week to promote roadway safety.

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Operation Christmas 2022

10/11/2022

Families can now register children for the eighth annual Operation Christmas Douglas County, which is scheduled to take place December 10, 2021.

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Burnett Elementary Students Read Under the Stars

10/10/2022

To begin the month of October, students and teachers at Burnett Elementary School are taking time to embrace their love of reading with their annual Reading Under the Stars event.

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DCHS Football Team Brings Smiles to League of Stars Baseball Team

10/10/2022

Douglas County High School's football team brought several smiles to local young athletes on October 1 when they partnered to assist the Douglasville Recreation Department's League of Stars Adaptive Baseball Program.

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DCSS Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month

10/04/2022

Throughout the Douglas County School System, teachers and students are holding celebrations honoring Hispanic Heritage Month.

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DCSS Students Receive More Access to Literacy with PLAY Cards

10/04/2022

In the Douglas County School System, student ID numbers will now act as library cards for the public library thanks to a partnership with the West Georgia Regional Library.

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Mini Chef Academy Helping Students Form Healthy Habits

10/04/2022

For many people, the eating habits they form as children are often the ones they take with them throughout their lives. This is why DCSS is partnering with The Rouse Foundation to help elementary school students begin forming healthy eating habits through the Mini Chef Academy.

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SWES Teacher Honored as Braves 3 Millionth Fan

10/04/2022

September 21 was a day that Anita Outlaw will never forget. On a trip to Truist Park for Braves Science Day with her students, Outlaw was honored as the team's 3 millionth fan to visit the stadium in 2022.

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NMHS' Jordan Named DCSS 2022-2023 TOTY

09/27/2022

On September 22, NMHS' Stan Jordan was named DCSS' system-wide Teacher of the Year for the 2022-2023 School Year.

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DSES Celebrates Data Day with Special Guests

09/26/2022

Dorsett Shoals Elementary School had some help celebrating Data Day this semester from Alexander High School's cheerleaders and band.

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Musical ARTSventure Delights Sweetwater Students

09/26/2022

Thanks to the Cultural Arts Council of Douglasville/Douglas County, Sweetwater Elementary School students got to enjoy a musical ARTSventure from singer Arietha Lockhart.

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CHMS French Club Learns New Game at First Meeting

09/26/2022

During their first meeting of the 2022-2023 school year, Chapel Hill Middle School's French Club learned about the French version of hopscotch, called Escargot.

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DCSS Busses Debut Disinfectant Technology

09/19/2022

DCSS bus riders will soon be able to breathe easier thanks to new disinfection technology that is being installed in all busses. The technology will continuously clean the air onboard, making everyone's ride cleaner and safer.

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ASES Celebrates Grandparents

09/19/2022

Arbor Station Elementary School recently observed Grandparent's Day by welcoming their students' grandparents into the school for a celebration.

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FSES Author to Have Book Displayed in School's Library

09/19/2022

Writing and publishing a book is a big deal for any student. But for Lyric Johnson, this accomplishment has been made even more special by getting to have her book featured in her school's media center.

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Middle School Students Ready to Travel Abroad

09/19/2022

The Douglas County School System strives to create lifelong learners who go on to become independent thinkers in a global society. With this mission in mind, DCSS is excited to announce that 14 middle school students will travel to Europe in February.

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CHHS Cadets Take Pride in Raising the Flag

09/13/2022

The flag at the front of Chapel Hill High School is an important piece of the school’s facade thanks to a group of dedicated students within the school.

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Jags Hoping to Continue State Streak in New Region

09/12/2022

After winning their region two seasons ago and finishing second in 2021, the New Manchester High School Jaguars will have a new challenge in 2022, as they moved up a classification into Region 5-6A.

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DCSS Students Thriving in WBL Programs

09/12/2022

DCSS' Work-Based Learning Program is an education option that prepares students for the world of work through a combination of academic and workplace learning.

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CLMS Holds AVID College Day to Kick Off Football Season

09/12/2022

CLMS students and teachers celebrated the start of the college football season by hosting their annual AVID College Day.

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Senior-Laden Lions Eyeing State Playoff Run in 2022

09/06/2022

The Lithia Springs High School football program has been as successful as any program in the county over the past three seasons. This year, the Lions are looking to take another step forward with a large group of senior leaders.

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SWES Students Plan for Future During College and Career Week

09/06/2022

At Sweetwater Elementary School, students got the chance to learn about and celebrate different jobs and career paths during the school's annual College and Career Week.

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CHES Creating Leaders Through Reading

09/06/2022

Reading is an essential skill for all students, and at Chapel Hill Elementary School, teachers shared their favorite books to help get students excited about reading.

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AHS Chorus Sings National Anthem at Truist Park

09/06/2022

On August 22, Alexander High School's mixed mastery chorus traveled to Truist Park to perform the National Anthem before the Atlanta Braves game against the New York Mets.

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DCHS Looking to Take the Next Step in 2022

08/29/2022

Last season, Douglas County High School advanced to the second round of the state playoffs for the second time in the past six seasons. Coming into 2022, head coach Johnny White says the goal for the Tigers is to make the state playoffs and advance even farther than before.

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Students Get Ahead with Summer Algebra Program

08/29/2022

Traditionally the summer months are a time for a break from academics for students, but this year, many 7th and 8th grade students took some time to participate in an Algebra I course supported by 16 DCSS teachers.

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Ambassadors Make PE Fun for MCMS' Exceptional Wolves

08/29/2022

At Mason Creek Middle School, educators take pride in integrating the general education population with the school's "Exceptional Wolves." That's why MCMS has 8th graders who serve as Exceptional Ambassadors who help meet the needs of its Program for Exceptional Children students during PE.

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NMHS' Green Spends Summer Studying in France

08/29/2022

After spending his summer in France, New Manchester High School French teacher John Green is eager to share his summer experiences with his students. Over the summer, Green spent three weeks in the country immersing himself in the language and culture.

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CHHS Seeing Growth in Year Two Under Stephens

08/22/2022

Despite missing the state playoffs last year in head coach Brad Stephens’ first season, the Panthers return a strong group that is ready to compete for a playoff spot in a new region.

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Douglas County Farm Bureau Awards Mini Grants for Gardens

08/22/2022

Douglas County Farm Bureau is a strong supporter of DCSS' agriculture education, and recently, Farm Bureau presented mini grants for two schools to begin school gardens.

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DCEF Awards 27 Classroom Impact Grants

08/22/2022

The Douglas County Education Foundation has awarded 27 Classroom Impact Grants to DCSS teachers totaling more than $17,000.

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Mighty Marching Jaguars to perform in HBCU Classic Kickoff

08/22/2022

NMHS' Mighty Marching Jaguars have been selected to perform at the HBCU Classic on August 27.

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SDES Student Recognized for Being a "Helping Hand"

08/22/2022

Each week, SDES' resource officer Taylor Neufeld recognizes a student for going above and beyond to lend a hand. This week, Jaden Morris was recognized.

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Dorsett Shoals Students Working Hard to Begin the New Year

08/22/2022

With the new instructional year underway, DSES' students are already hard at work mastering new lessons.

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Cougars Eyeing State Playoffs in 2022

08/16/2022

Coming off a 5-4 season in 2021 in which they missed the state playoffs by a single game, AHS enters 2022 looking to take the next step in head coach Olten Downs' second season.

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NDES Students Get VIP Treatment at Movie Preview

08/15/2022

Before blasting into summer, the Disney blockbuster "Lightyear" welcomed a group of North Douglas Elementary School students to preview Buzz's newest galactic adventure.

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BUES Gets Landscaping Help from Partners in Education

08/15/2022

First Methodist Church of Douglasville values its long relationship with Burnett Elementary School. Recently, church leaders met with school administration to plan how to best support the school this year, and several church members answered the call quickly by helping with a landscaping refresh and hosting a back-to-school breakfast for the school's staff.

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AHS' Morgan Wins National Braille Competition

08/15/2022

AHS freshman Chris Morgan is fresh off his second win at the National Braille Institute's Annual Braille Challenge.

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CHHS Student Spends Summer at Spelman College

08/15/2022

Faryn Algarin, an honor student at Chapel Hill High School, spent her summer as one of the first scholars selected for Spelman College's inaugural SMASH Science Program.

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DCSS Names 2022-2023 TOTY Semifinalists

08/10/2022

Congratulations to the six teachers who have been named semifinalists in the competition for DCSS' 2022-2023 TOTY award.

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Signup Today for DCSS' After School Program

08/03/2022

Click Read More to access a link and QR code to sign up for ASP.

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DCSS Holding Virtual Parent Technology Training Sessions in August

07/27/2022

DCSS is hosting virtual parent technology training sessions throughout the month of August.

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2022-2023 Free & Reduced Lunch Meal Application

07/19/2022

Free and reduced lunch applications are available for the 2022-2023 school year.

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DCSS Accepting Donations for Annual School Supplies Drive

06/29/2022

DCSS is accepting school supplies for its annual Stuff the Bus drive.

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Here Comes the Bus Registration Available

06/28/2022

Want to know exactly where your child's bus is this school year? Be sure to download and register for the Here Comes the Bus app.

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DCSS Offering Free Meals Over Summer

06/17/2022

DCSS is offering free meals to all children, ages 0-18, throughout the summer. Click to view a list of times, dates and locations.

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Tennis a Grand Slam at AWES

06/13/2022

Annette Winn Elementary School had a grand slam of a time during their Third Annual Wildcat Tennis Tournament at the end of the school year. Throughout the year, the school's STAR Program held weekly tennis clinics to expose students to the game and teach academic and life lessons.

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DCSS College & Career Institute Celebrates Graduates

06/13/2022

125 DCSS students participated in the College and Career Institute and West Georgia Technical College’s commencement exercises. These hard working students were presented Technical College Certificates in many different areas of study.

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SMS Students Soar During Spring Art Expo

06/07/2022

Stewart Middle School Eagles soar academically and rise to success in every area. Last month, the campus hosted a Spring Arts Exhibition to showcase various pieces from the school’s talented young artists.

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NMHS Celebrates AVID Students with AVI Awards

06/07/2022

Students in New Manchester High School’s Advancement Via Individual Determination Program were honored May 19 during the school’s annual AVI Awards Celebration.

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DCSS Requests Input From Stakeholders

06/01/2022

The Douglas County School System invites students, teachers, school staff, parents, family members and other stakeholders of the community to participate in the review of the S-CLIP.

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MAES Evans Wins AITC Rockstar Teacher Award

05/31/2022

Mason Creek Elementary School Crystal Evans was named the Agriculture in the Classroom Rockstar Teacher of the Year by Farm Bureau last month for her efforts to incorporate agriculture education into her daily lessons.

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CHHS' Beckford Signs Volleyball Scholarship

05/18/2022

Denai Beckford, a senior at Chapel Hill High School, recently accepted an athletic scholarship to play volleyball at Brenau University.

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DCSS Gymnasts Shine at Regional Competition

05/18/2022

Braelynn Carnes, a 7th grader from Mason Creek Middle School, and Paige Alexander, a sophomore at Alexander High School, competed at the USA Level 8 Gymnastics Regionals, and both brought home stellar results.

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BSES Jr. Beta Club Receives MVP Award

05/18/2022

Congratulations to Bright Star Elementary School's Jr. Beta Club for eaerning 2021-2022 National Beta MVP Award for their service learning hours.

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WES Students Learn About New Careers

05/18/2022

Last week Winston Elementary School students got the chance to learn more about careers in the community at the school's Careers on Wheels event.

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SMS Students Learn in Nation's Capital

05/16/2022

Several Stewart Middle School students got the opportunity to learn by visiting several historic sites and monuments in the nation's capital a few weekends ago.

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DCHS' McKinney Receives Flag Football Scholarship

05/14/2022

Douglas County High School's Samari McKinney recently became the first girls flag football player from Douglas County to sign with a college after committing to Kansas Wesleyan University last week.

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Letter from Superintendent North Concerning the Incident at Alexander High School

05/10/2022

A letter from Superintendent North concerning today's incident at Alexander High School

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DCSS Breaks Ground on New Legacy Arena

05/09/2022

May 3 signified a step toward the future for the Douglas County School System and its community, as district and community leaders gathered for a groundbreaking ceremony for the school system’s new Legacy Arena.

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Several DCSS CTAE Programs Earn Industry Certification

05/09/2022

Congratulations to DCSS' Career, Technical and Agriculture Education Programs who received industry certification for the 2021-2022 school year.

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DCHS Hosts 24th West Metro Foreign Language Contest

05/09/2022

This year, Douglas County High School hosted the 24th annual West Metro Foreign Language Contest.

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AHS Baseball Advances to State Quarterfinals

05/09/2022

Alexander High School's baseball team has been one of the best in the state over the past two weeks. The Cougars have swept their past two opponents to reach their first state quarterfinals since 2017.

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AHS Robotics Team Visits Printpack

05/04/2022

Alexander High School's robotics team visited Printpack on April 26. At the visit, the students got to show off their state-qualifying robot and learn more about how engineering and robotics translate to real-world careers.

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MCMS Student Holds Book Signing

05/04/2022

Kaylee Hildebrandt, an eighth grader at Mason Creek Middle School, had a special day last month when she got to hold a book signing for her own book at the school.

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FLEX, BSES Celebrate Earth Day

05/04/2022

On April 22, two DCSS schools celebrated Earth Day with a host of fun activities for students to learn new ways to care for the planet.

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CHES Cheetah News Network Interviews Douglasville Mayor

04/25/2022

Chapel Hill Elementary School's Cheetah News Network had a special guest in their studio for an interview last week, as they were selected to interview Douglasville Mayor Rochelle Robinson.

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DCSS Exemplary English Learner and ESOL Teacher Named

04/25/2022

This year, senior Temitope Adeyemo was named Exemplary English Learner for the 2021-2022 school year, and Shelia Clackum, the ESOL teacher at Arbor Station Elementary, was named the district's Exemplary ESOL Educator.

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AHS Student Brings Home Big Wins on the Track

04/25/2022

Alexander High School's Adaejah Hodge was recently named the MVP of the Carifta Games in Kingston, Jamaica, after winning the 100 and 200 meter races and the long jump.

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MLES' Murray Wins National Ag Teacher of the Year

04/19/2022

Congratulations to Mirror Lake Elementary School music teacher Natalie Murray, who was named the National Agriculture Teacher of the Year on March 31.

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DCSS Students Show Well at State Science Fair

04/19/2022

DCSS is extremely proud of the performance of our students at the 2022 Georgia Science and Engineering Fair! Several students who attended won ribbons, with one receiving a Best in Category award and another picking up a prestigious award from the Institute for Electrical and Electronics Engineering.

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School Choice for 2022-2023 Opens April 13

04/19/2022

The Douglas County School System will begin accepting applications for school choice transfers April 13 through April 29, 2022. Parents may request to transfer their child to another public school in the district for the upcoming 2022-2023 school year if the school has available space after its assigned students have been enrolled.

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All Five DCSS High Schools Named 2022 AP Honor Schools

04/18/2022

Superintendent Trent North is pleased to announce that all five high schools in Douglas County received an AP Honor Schools recognition, announced by Georgia School Superintendent Richard Woods, on March 31.

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SDES Fourth Graders Recognized for Literary Works

04/18/2022

Two South Douglas Elementary School students, MacKenzie Daniel and Tripp Starling, were recently recognized for their literary works in two competitions.

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CHMS, HSES Win DCSS Math Competitions

04/18/2022

Since the 2014-2015 school year, the Mathematics Competition has been a popular district-wide event for students and teachers. This year, the contest was held virtually for the second year, and over 800 students in 3rd-8th grade participated this year.

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Douglas County School System Announces Key Leadership Appointments

04/18/2022

The Douglas County Board of Education and Superintendent Trent North are proud to announce the selection of five employees to key leadership positions.

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Success Center Holding Virtual Informational Meeting April 14

04/12/2022

The DCSS Success Center will be holding a virtual informational meeting April 14 at 6:00 p.m. for students interested in attending next school year.

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ASES Students Racing to Master Fractions

04/01/2022

Arbor Station Elementary School third grade teacher Elizabeth Gilliam turned her classroom into a NASCAR-themed race track last week, as her students participated in The Gilliam 500 Math Car Race to learn about fractions during her class.

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LSES Students Have Ice Cream with Local Officers

04/01/2022

Lithia Springs Elementary School students were recently surprised by a visit from local law enforcement officers for their Ice Cream with a Cop event that was designed to encourage positive and healthy relationships with officers and the school community.

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Literature Loving Ladies Read to AWES

04/01/2022

On March 25, over 30 women in the Douglas County community were a part of Annette Winn Elementary School's 5th Annual Literature Loving Ladies event.

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NMHS AVID Students Fund Free ACT

04/01/2022

The SAT and ACT tests are critical parts of the college admission process. At New Manchester High School, juniors and seniors in the Advancement Via Individual Determination (AVID) program were recently able to take each test free of charge thanks to their own fundraising efforts.

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DCEF Awards Scholarships to DCSS Seniors

04/01/2022

Thanks to the Douglas County Education Foundation and its many donors, 28 seniors throughout the school system were awarded over $68,000 in college scholarships to continue their education.

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CHHS Students Hold Culture Expo

03/28/2022

The cafeteria at Chapel Hill High School resembled a party, as students, teachers and parents came together to celebrate Hispanic and Latino culture at a culture expo. The event was completely student-led thanks to a club at the school known as Todos Juntos, and the students used the afternoon to celebrate different cultures while also holding an informational meeting for parents entirely in Spanish.

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Arbor Station Elementary School Hosts Real Men Read

03/28/2022

On March 18, Arbor Station Elementary School welcomed male role models from the school system and the Douglas County community in to read to students as a part of their Real Men Read event.

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Marching Jaguars to Perform in Chicago Thanksgiving Parade

03/28/2022

NMHS' FAME band, the Mighty Marching Jaguars, have been accepted to participate in the 2022 Chicago Thanksgiving Parade. The band will be hosting a kickoff event next month that will include a showcase of the band and a donation drive.

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Annette Winn Elementary News Crew Participates in Junior Film Project

03/28/2022

AWES' Wildcat News Network team was selected to participate in Douglasville Junior Filming. As part of the opportunity, the students visited the Douglasville Sanitation Department to film and learn what happens there.

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Chapel Hill Elementary Students Roll Into Learning New Skill

03/28/2022

Chapel Hill Elementary School students gained a unique experience while having fun exercising when PE teachers Ethan Dennis and Missy Spence brought in roller skates for a three-week unit.

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DCHS' Robles Takes First at State Literary Compeition

03/28/2022

Lindsey Robles a senior at DCHS in the International Baccalaureate program, took first place in the Argumentative Essay event at the State Literary Competition.

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Elana Meyers Taylor Receives Hero's Welcome

03/28/2022

After winning two medals at the 2022 Beijing Winter Olympics, Douglas County Olympic athlete Elana Meyers Taylor was welcomed home with a hometown salute that included gifts, a proclamation from the governor, and a performance by the Lithia Springs High School band at Arbor Place Mall on March 18.

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AHS Sends 11 to HOSA State Leadership Competition

03/21/2022

AHS sent 11 students to the HOSA State Leadership Competition last weekend, and several students finished among the state's best in their respective competition categories.

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DCSS Dominates at TomeCon

03/21/2022

DCSS was well represented at TomeCon this year, with 11 schools attending, competing and winning awards on March 15.

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Book Tastings Introduce YMS Students to New Reads

03/21/2022

As part of Drop Everything and Read (DEAR) Day, Yeager Middle School's eager readers got to take in new reads during a book tasting event designed to encourage students to read new things.

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Deal Named DCSS Library Media Specialist of the Year

03/21/2022

Heather Deal of Stewart Middle School has been named DCSS' Library Media Specialist of the Year for the 2021-2022 school year. She will now represent Douglas County in the regional level of the competition.

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CHES Students Read Over 600 Books in One Week

03/14/2022

Chapel Hill Elementary School got students excited about reading during Read Across America Week with several unique school-wide activities and competitions.

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SDES Students Star in Podcast

03/14/2022

SDES 4th grade students got the chance to put their vocal talents on display, as they helped record four episodes of the "Who Was" Books Podcast in February.

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MLES Students Share Pancakes with Parents

03/14/2022

Parents have been eager to get back in schools and get involved over the past year, and MLES welcomed theirs back in grand fashion by hosting a pancake breakfast for parents and students. With the help of MLES' cafeteria staff and the DCSS nutrition department, they seved over 200 families pancakes during the event that was part of the school's Show the Love Challenge in February.

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Local Entrepreneur Visits LSHS CTAE Classes

03/14/2022

Elena Hudson, a DCSS alumni and owner of a food truck called The Hud, stopped by LSHS to speak to students about what it takes to own and operate their own business. The students in then took what they'd learned to create a complete business plan for opening their own food truck.

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DCSS Nutrition Receives Hometown Grant

03/14/2022

Thanks to the Atlanta Falcons and Fuel to Play 60, DCSS' School Nutrition Department received a $10,000 Hometown Grant last month. With the money, the department hopes to create a mobile food lab to enhance students' knowledge of healthy eating habits and where their food comes from.

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DCSS College and Career Fair Scheduled for March 26

03/09/2022

DCSS' College and Career Fair is scheduled for March 26 from 9 a.m. until noon at Chapel Hill High School. All high school students are encouraged to attend to learn more about their post-secondary options.

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Jefferson Named Principal of Stewart Middle School

03/09/2022

Superintendent Trent North and the Douglas County Board of Education are pleased to announce the hiring of Dr. Kevin Jefferson as principal of Stewart Middle School, effective at the start of the 2022-2023 school year.

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DCSS Names Young Georgia Authors District Winners

03/08/2022

Congratulations to the 2021-2022 DCSS Young Georgia Authors District Winners who will represent Douglas County at the RESA level of the competition.

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Superintendent North Kicks Off Read Across America Week

03/08/2022

To kick off Read Across America Week, Superintendent North read "The World Needs Who You Were Meant to Be" by Joanna Gaines during North Douglas Elementary School's Virtual Family Literacy event on Feb. 28.

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AHS Anglers Reel in National Championship Berth

03/08/2022

AHS' Emma Wilson and Luke Kimbrough had a stellar showing at the state championship fishing tournament, which earned them a trip to the national championships in June. They are the first AHS duo to earn an invite to the national tournament.

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NMHS Lady Jags Make History

03/04/2022

With a victory over Hiram earlier this week, the NMHS Lady Jags secured their first-ever Final Four berth in Class 5A.

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See The Parent Post Newsletter for Family Engagement Opportunities

03/01/2022

Read this month's The Parent Post newsletter to learn about new family engagement opportunities.

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NMHS' InToneNation to perform at National A Cappella Convention

02/28/2022

InToneNation, NMHS' nationally-recognized a cappella group, will be performing at the High School Showcase Concert at the National A Cappella Convention in March. The group will be one of 10 groups performing in the event designed to showcase the top high school a cappella groups in the nation.

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CLMS Students Fly High in Flight Simulator

02/28/2022

Thanks to Karlston Martin, a certified commercial pilot and passionate supporter of STEAM curriculum, several CLMS students were able to learn what it was like to fly a plane.

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BSES Junior Beta Club visits fire station

02/28/2022

Bright Star Elementary School's fifth grade Junior Beta students recently visited local fire station #10 and learned what it's like to serve their community.

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DCSS Students Practice Hands-On Learning in Science

02/15/2022

At Annette Winn Elementary School, students showcased their knowledge of cells by making models of them, while Mason Creek Middle School students got a hair-raising experience in their science classes while learning about methods of energy transfer.

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Lady Yellow Jackets Visit FMS Basketball Game

02/15/2022

After attending a Georgia Tech Lady Yellow Jackets game in January, the FMS Lady Jags basketball team got a chance to meet some of the Georgia Tech players after the game. And later that month, the Lady Jags got a fun surprise when their new friends showed up to support them during a game at FMS.

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DCSS Students Win Big at Regional Science Fair

02/15/2022

Fourteen DCSS students earned first-place ribbons at the West Georgia Regional Science and Engineering Fair on February 4. The top prizes qualified these students to advance to the state-level fair in Athens this April.

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Corbett Appointed Principal of South Douglas Elementary School

02/11/2022

Superintendent Trent North is pleased to announce the appointment of Brad Corbett as principal of South Douglas Elementary School, effective July 1, 2022.

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FLEX Academy: Accepting Applications for 2022-2033

02/11/2022

If your student is an independent learner who likes to use technology, and your family needs or desires a more flexible approach to education, the FLEX Academy may be right for you!

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Lithia Springs High School to be Razed, Rebuilt on Same Site

02/10/2022

A 47-year-old high school in Douglas County will be demolished and replaced with a modern upgraded facility.

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Murray Named Executive Director of Facility Use

02/10/2022

Superintendent Trent North is delighted to announce the appointment of Damon Murray as Executive Director of Facility Use for the Douglas County School System, effective March 1, 2022.

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DCSS Students Take Advantage of WBL Opportunities

02/08/2022

Work-Based Learning (WBL) provides valuable work experience for high school students. Those who qualify may work during school hours in a position related to their career pathways. Read more about Caterin Garcia-Alvares and Isis Banks, two Lithia Springs High School students who are taking advantage of this opportunity.

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CHHS DECA Recognized at State Conference

02/08/2022

Chapel Hill High School's Distributive Education Club of America (DECA) and its members received high praise at the state conference in Atlanta. Several students participated in the state competition, and the school's chapter received the highest honor at the state level.

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SDES Students Put Public Speaking Skills on Display

02/08/2022

Five SDES students competed in a virtual oratory contest that was sponsored by the Frederick Douglass National Historic Site in Washington, D.C. The students presented sections from Douglass' Decoration Day speech that was delivered in 1871.

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Superintendent's Student Advisory Council Practices Fine Dining

02/08/2022

The Superintendent's Student Advisory Council got the opportunity to learn all about fine dining last week, as they were treated to lunch and an etiquette course from Majestic Etiquette. During lunch, students learned many lessons from how to hold their silverware to proper dinnertime conversations.

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Artist Noir Showcase Celebrates FAME Artists

02/04/2022

NMHS FAME art students put their skills on display at the Artist Noir Showcase, with their art being shown at several locations around Douglas County.

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Robotics Program is Boosting Confidence at LSES

02/03/2022

In Tammy Odom's adaptive learning classroom, students are using robotics to learn both social and academic lessons. Through a program known as Cracking the Social Code, students work in small groups to solve problems and interact in small-group settings.

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