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DCSS Central Office Is Relocating
05/07/2021
The central office for the Douglas County School System will relocate to 11490 Veterans Memorial Hwy. the week of May 10. The building, located at the corner of Veterans Memorial/Hwy 78 and N. Burnt Hickory Road, formerly housed the GreyStone Power headquarters.
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Three DCSS Employees Featured in West GA Living's 40 Under 40
05/07/2021
The Douglas County School System is very proud of Anisa Lucas, Tanish Springer and James Burke. These leaders were named to West Georgia Living magazine's list of 40 Under 40 West Georgia Rising Stars. Their profiles are included in the April 2021 edition. Click "Read More" to read about these leaders in the Douglas County School System.
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Ten Seniors Named Georgia Scholars
05/07/2021
Ten students from Douglas County were among a total of 323 graduating seniors from across Georgia to be recognized as 2021 Georgia Scholars, State School Superintendent Richard Woods announced on April 29.
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6th Grade Orientation Will Take Place May 13
05/04/2021
Orientation for rising 6th grade students will take place on Thursday, May 13. Students and parents are invited to meet the teachers and administrators, tour the building and discover the expectations and opportunities at your middle school. Please check the website for the middle school you will attend for times and details.
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All DCSS High Schools Make U.S. News & World Report's List of Best High Schools in America
04/30/2021
All high schools in Douglas County earned a spot on the U.S. News & World Report’s List of Best High Schools in America, which was released April 27, 2021. Chapel Hill High School, which ranked in the top 16% of schools in Georgia, topped the list for Douglas County. Chapel Hill ranked 78 out of 472 schools.
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We Need Your Opinion!
04/30/2021
We ask you, our parents, employees and community members, to please take a few moments to share your experiences and thoughts about the Douglas County School System.
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West GA Living Magazine Honors DCSS Super Seniors
04/29/2021
Congratulations to the Douglas County School System's Super Scholars! West Georgia Living Magazine recently recognized several members of the Class of 2021 as being the leaders of tomorrow. Read more details on the five seniors representing the Douglas County School System.
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Letter from the Superintendent
04/27/2021
As we approach the end of the school year, we know that our parents and employees are eager to hear about plans for 2021-2022. Please read a letter from Superintendent Trent North sharing more about the new school year.
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Congratulations to the amazing STAR Students and Teachers in Douglas County! The Rotary Club of Douglas County recognized the honorees at a luncheon on April 19. Sammi Zhu from Douglas County High School was named the STAR Student for the county, meaning her SAT score was the top score for all students in Douglas County.
District STAR Students Shine Brightly
04/26/2021
Congratulations to the amazing STAR Students and Teachers in Douglas County! The Rotary Club of Douglas County recognized the honorees at a luncheon on April 19. Sammi Zhu from Douglas County High School was named the STAR Student for the county, meaning her SAT score was the top score for all students in Douglas County.
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2021 Graduation Ceremonies Will Be Held in High School Stadiums
04/20/2021
Members of the Class of 2021 will graduate in their high school stadiums, the Douglas County School System announced on April 20. Schools were originally scheduled to graduate in the coliseum at the University of West Georgia.
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DCSS Offers Online Learning Option for 2021-2022
04/20/2021
The Douglas County School System will offer an online option for the 2021-2022 school year. COVID Extension Services will be available for students in grades 3-12 who attended school online during the 2020-2021 school year.
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School Choice Application Will Be Open April 14-30
04/13/2021
The Douglas County School System will begin accepting applications for School Choice Transfers April 14 through April 30, 2021. Parents may request to transfer their child to another public school in the district for the upcoming 2021-2022 school year if the school has available space after its assigned students have been enrolled.
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Eleven Students Chosen for Governor's Honors
04/02/2021
Eleven Douglas County students and one alternate were selected for the prestigious Governor’s Honors Program (GHP) for 2021. Over 3,000 students were nominated to the state level competition, and 1,300 of them participated in this year’s state interview/audition process.
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FLEX Academy: Open Enrollment Extended
03/25/2021
FLEX Academy has extended its open enrollment for the 2021-2022 school year! If you need a FLEXible schedule, and your child is an independent, self-motivated, tech-savvy learner, then FLEX might be for your family!!!
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Come Shop at Our Moving Sale!
03/24/2021
To facilitate the Central Office relocation to the former Greystone Power building on Veterans Memorial Highway, DCSS will sell surplus items to the public through a pallet auction.
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Technology Training Sessions Offered to Parents
03/23/2021
Parents and guardians are encouraged to participate in two technology training sessions. Part 1 is Navigating the Digital Classroom, and Part 2 is Targeting Student Success Through Technology.
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State Testing Options for SBDL Students
03/23/2021
Please click "Read More" for a letter sent to parents regarding state testing guidelines for students in School-Based Digital Learning (SBDL) and FLEX Academy.
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DCSS Students Win Top Honors at Regional Science Fair
03/05/2021
Twenty-one students from Douglas and Carroll Counties competed in the West GA Regional Science & Engineering Fair. Douglas County students walked away with the top honors. Rebecca Scarbrough, an 11th grader at Lithia Springs High School, earned Best in Show for the senior division. Camille Scott, a 7th grader at Chapel Hill Middle School, won Best in Show for the junior division.
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Sup. North Wins Vision Award from GAEL
03/04/2021
Mr. Robert Costley, executive director of the Georgia Association for Educational Leaders (GAEL), presented the GAEL Vision award to Superintendent Trent North at the Board of Education meeting on March 1. This year, GAEL recognized four superintendents across the state for their vision and leadership.
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New Manchester High Joins in Youth Art Month Celebration
DCSS Celebrates Youth Art Month With Online Gallery
03/04/2021
Youth Art Month kicked off this month with the Douglas County School System recognizing the role the arts plays in education.
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All High Schools in Douglas County Named 2021 AP Honor Schools ​
03/01/2021
Superintendent Trent North is pleased to announce that all high schools in Douglas County received recognition on one or more of the lists of 2021 AP Honor Schools announced by State School Superintendent Richard Woods on February 24, 2021. The honors reflect achievement and/or participation on the AP (Advanced Placement) tests administered by the College Board during spring of 2020.
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Additional Opportunity to Apply for Magnet Programs During Phase 2
03/01/2021
Eighth grade students who meet certain criteria and did not complete an application for the high school magnet programs earlier this year have another opportunity to apply.
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View Our "Reaching and Teaching During COVID-19" Video
02/26/2021
The "Reaching and Teaching during COVID-19" video highlights three teachers who have embraced the challenges and even added to their teaching toolbox with new and innovative techniques they will use beyond the current crisis. Click READ MORE for the video link.
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Eight Douglas County Students Recognized as REACH Scholars
02/25/2021
Eight middle school students are getting a head start on their college careers by signing for scholarships worth up to $10,000. The students are part of the Realizing Educational Achievement Can Happen (REACH) Georgia program, a scholarship that promotes academic success and expands access to higher education. Its mission is to increase academic persistence and achievement in Georgia’s academically promising middle and high school students.
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Dr. Sean Kelly Named Superintendent for Wayne County
02/25/2021
Dr. Sean Kelly, a 27-year veteran of the Douglas County School System (DCSS), has been appointed superintendent of the Wayne County School System, effective March 1.
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Coming Soon: Kindergarten Registration for 2021-2022
02/19/2021
Beginning Monday, May 3, 2021, parents may register their children for kindergarten for the 2021-2022 school year.
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Important Announcements from School Nutrition
02/09/2021
Curbside meals from Douglas County School Nutrition will not be available during the upcoming February 15 - 19 school holidays. After the holidays, curbside pick up locations will be consolidated.
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Olten Downs Takes the Reins for Alexander High School’s Football Program
02/09/2021
The Douglas County School System welcomes Olten Downs as head football coach for Alexander High School.
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FLEX Academy: Accepting Applications for 2021-2022
02/08/2021
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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Acceptances to Magnet Programs Released February 3
01/29/2021
Eighth grade students who applied to a magnet program at one of the five high schools may log into AwardSpring to learn of their acceptance to one or more programs after 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday, February 3. Please click “Read More” for information on how to access the acceptance information.
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Paraprofessionals and Community Members: Are You Ready to Become a DCSS Teacher? Apply Now!
01/22/2021
In partnership with Georgia State University, Douglas County School System is excited to start accepting applications for the second cohort of Project NURTURE teacher residents in special education, math and science. Please click below to learn more, view our promotional video, and start your application.
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Keeping Students Safe: 1,000 COVID Care Kits to be Distributed to Students
01/21/2021
Several local organizations and individuals have made generous financial and product donations designed to keep students and their families safe as the COVID-19 pandemic continues. 1,000 COVID Care Kits are being packed at Douglas County School System’s Central Office and will be delivered to every District school.
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Job Opportunities in Douglas County!
01/14/2021
Jobs are available at several great companies in Douglas County! Job seekers can get help with their online application at our local libraries. Please click "Read More" for a link to a flyer in English and Spanish.
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Douglas County Board of Education Wins Prestigious Award
01/14/2021
Congratulations to the Douglas County Board of Education for being designated a 2020 Exemplary School Board by the Georgia School Boards Association.
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2020 Annual Report for the Douglas County School System Is Now Available Online
01/14/2021
For facts and figures from the 2019-2020 school year, check out the 2020 Annual Report for the Douglas County School System. The document includes revenues, expenditures, demographics, graduation rate, and more.
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Please Provide Your Input
01/13/2021
If you are a parent, student, DCSS employee, or community member, we would like your feedback as we begin working on the strategic plan that will guide the Douglas County School System for the next five years. Please click "Read More" for links to the survey.
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2021-2022 Career Planner Is Now Available!
01/13/2021
To better prepare students for the demands of the 21st century economy and for post-secondary education, the Douglas County School System provides a planning guide each year for use by students and their parents. Please click "Read More" for the link to the online 2021-2022 Career Planner.
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Happy Holidays! Students Return January 6.
12/18/2020
Dear Parents and Guardians, as the first semester of the 2020-2021 school year comes to a close, allow me to express my deep appreciation for your patience and cooperation with the safety protocols we put in place for our students and staff. With the diligence of staff members and the compliance of our students, we were successful in managing COVID-19. The valiant efforts of our school nurses, principals, and central office personnel in tracking positive cases and their contacts allowed our schools to stay open. They worked over nights and weekends to ensure the safety of students and staff. A special thank you goes to our bus drivers for getting our students to and from schools safely this semester.
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COVID-19 Letter from Cobb & Douglas Public Health
12/11/2020
Cobb & Douglas Public Health is a vital partner with the Douglas County School System. The agency provides guidance and invaluable assistance with contact tracing, which helps keep our schools open. Please click "Read More" for a letter to our families from Dr. Janet Memark, District Health Director.
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Virtual Parent Empowerment Meeting
12/08/2020
Parents of children in private schools or home school in Douglas County, we invite you to hear from the experts about understanding problem behavior and supporting emotional health in your children. Click "Read More" for details on the virtual meeting.
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Changes to School-Based Digital Learning (SBDL) Beginning January 6
12/02/2020
To improve the learning experience for our students in School-Based Digital Learning (SBDL), the district has issued new guidance for the second semester, which begins January 6. Please click "Read More" for expectations.
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Follow These Steps to Change the Language for Your Automated Messages
11/30/2020
Please click "Read More" for instructions on how to change the language preference for the automated messages you receive from your school and the district.
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COVID-19 Update for Thanksgiving
11/20/2020
Please click "Read More" for a letter from Superintendent North. We look forward to seeing our traditional learners and staff members back in the buildings on November 30. We also look forward to seeing our school-based digital learners online bright and early on November 30.
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Douglas County Graduation Rate for Class of 2020 Shows Increase, Surpasses State Average
11/10/2020
The Douglas County School System Class of 2020 four-year high school graduation rate of 89.4% once again surpassed the graduation rate for Georgia.
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Anatomage Virtual Technology Launches in Douglas County Classrooms
10/21/2020
Anatomage virtual dissection tables have launched in four high schools, making Douglas County students among the first in the state to embrace the cutting edge technology.
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DCSS Approves Contract to Purchase GreyStone Headquarters
10/20/2020
The Douglas County School System signed a contract with GreyStone Power on October 19 to purchase the power company’s headquarters on Veterans Memorial Highway in Douglasville. The school system will relocate its central office to the new location. GreyStone is building a new headquarters on Hwy. 92 in Paulding County.
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Help Kids Grow: Plant a Garden
10/19/2020
The Mirror Lake Elementary School Golden Garden is about much more than growing vegetables. In the years since the first soil was tilled and seeds were planted, the Golden Garden has grown and blossomed in many unexpected ways!
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Students Will Continue to Learn at Home on Fridays Through December
10/09/2020
At the October 5 Board of Education work session, Superintendent North recommended an instructional plan for the remainder of the fall semester. Students will continue to have the option of in-person learning Monday through Thursday. All students will continue to learn online from home on Fridays.
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SAT Scores Increase for Douglas County for 2020
09/22/2020
The Douglas County School System saw a slight increase in its SAT mean score for 2020. The score for the district is 1002, up three points from 2019. Alexander High School’s score of 1035 is highest in the county, with Chapel Hill High School close behind at 1032. The scores reflect 2020 high school graduates who took the SAT during high school. There were 1,010 test takers in Douglas County.
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2020 Graduates: Serving Our Country
09/21/2020
More than 40 graduates from the Class of 2020 in Douglas County now serve in the US Military. We are proud of our graduates who have chosen to serve our country, and we are grateful for their dedication to our nation’s freedom.
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DCSS Implements Clear Bag Policy for Athletic Events
09/15/2020
Beginning Friday, September 18, DCSS will implement a clear bag policy at all sporting events. The policy will be similar to policies in place at college and professional stadiums and coliseums.
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Parents: Help Is Here for Online Learning!
08/28/2020
The student achievement department has developed a website just for our parents! We understand how intimidating it can be to assist your child with the online platform.
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DCSS Announces Plan for Contact Tracing
08/24/2020
While students and teachers are working online at this point, please know that we are diligently preparing for the return of students to our buildings. Part of the school system's COVID-19 preparation involves contact tracing and notification of parents when their child has been in contact with a person at school who has tested positive. Please click "View More" for a letter that was emailed to parents on August 24 outlining procedures.
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DCSS Makes Plans for Staggered Return to In-Person Learning in September
08/18/2020
Under the gradual reopening plan, elementary students who selected the Traditional Learning model will have the option to return to the classroom beginning September 8. Middle school students will follow on September 14, and high school students on September 21. Students will attend in-person classes Monday through Thursday, with online lessons from home on Friday. Buildings will be deep cleaned on Fridays.
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Parents and Guardians: Please Verify Your Information in Infinite Campus Parent Portal
08/10/2020
Parents and Guardians, we need your help with the enrollment verification process. ​ In the past, schools have sent paperwork home for parents to fill out verifying their phone number, email, address, emergency contacts, and medication needs and health conditions of the child. This year, we will accomplish the task online.
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New for 2020-2021: Consolidated Bus Stops
08/05/2020
With the goal of delivering students safely to school on time, the Douglas County School System will be implementing consolidated bus stops for the upcoming school year. Students in a neighborhood or area will gather at one specified location for pick-up and will be dropped off at the same location.
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Sneak-a-Peek and Back-to-School Bash
07/28/2020
We are excited to begin the new school year with our students! Please click "view more" for information on Sneak-a-Peek and the Back-to-School Bash.
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Watch our 2020 Graduations!
07/17/2020
We are so excited to celebrate the Class of 2020 on July 21 and 22! Please click "View More" for the links to the livestream for each ceremony and a PDF of the program.
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Remote Learning for Start of 2020-2021 School Year
07/17/2020
After consultation with Cobb & Douglas Public Health and careful consideration of the health and safety of students and staff, the Douglas County School System has made the decision to begin the 2020-2021 school year with remote learning for all students.
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DCSS Offers "One-to-One" Technology with Funding from ESPLOST, Federal Funds and Grants
07/16/2020
The Douglas County School System has been moving toward the goal of “One-to-One” technology for the last few years. After implementing remote learning and teaching in March of 2020 in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the school system accelerated its timeline of providing an electronic learning device for every student.
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PIE Recognizes Five Partners with Excellence Awards
07/08/2020
This year, Partners in Education began a Partners of Excellence awards program to recognize businesses, religious organizations and other non-profit organizations that go above and beyond serving schools. Read about the four businesses and one church chosen as Partners of Excellence for the 2019-2020 school year.
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Dr. Tara Campbell, New Principal of FLEX Academy
New Principal Chosen to Lead New FLEX Academy
07/06/2020
Dr. Tara Campbell to Lead New, 100% Digital Learning Academy
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Jaylen Slade Named Gatorade Player of the Year
06/30/2020
Congratulations to Jaylen Slade from Chapel Hill High School! Jaylen was named the Gatorade State Athlete of the Year for Track and Field, the highest honor for high school athletes.
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New School Start Times for 2020-2021
06/16/2020
Beginning with the new school year, students, teachers and parents will be adjusting to a new routine. To ensure that all students arrive to school on time every day, the school system has adopted new start times. Elementary students will start school at 7:40, high school students at 8:20 and middle school students at 9:00.
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Graduation Plans for Class of 2020
06/11/2020
We are very excited to share our graduation plans for the Class of 2020! We will hold a traditional, in-person ceremony for each school in the school’s football stadium. The date and time for each school is listed at the end of this document.
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Board of Education Work Session and Meeting 6-15-20
06/11/2020
Due to the public health emergency declared by the Governor and confirmed by the General Assembly, the Douglas County Board of Education will conduct the work session and meeting scheduled for June 15, 2020, 6:00 p.m. by videoconference.
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THANK YOU!!!
06/10/2020
Thank you to the citizens of Douglas County for your overwhelming support of ESPLOST. With this important funding source, the Douglas County School System will continue to strive for excellence in all areas.
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30 school buses with Wi-Fi will provide internet connections
Douglas County Schools Launch Rolling Hotspots Powered by Google to Support Virtual Learning
06/10/2020
30 school buses with Wi-Fi will provide internet connections to 26,000 local students
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High School Students to Benefit from New State-of-the-Art Anatomy Visualization Technology
06/04/2020
At its most recent meeting on May 18, the Douglas County School Board voted to approve the purchase of four Anatomage tables. The Anatomage labs purchased by the Douglas County School System are state-of-the-art pieces of technology used in medical schools, hospitals and institutions around the globe. ​
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Athletic Conditioning to Start June 15
06/03/2020
Athletic conditioning for high school and middle school students in Douglas County may begin on June 15.
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Meet Our Valedictorians and Salutatorians!
05/22/2020
School administrators, Board of Education members, central office personnel, and members of the media made a surprise visit to the homes of the Class of 2020 valedictorians and salutatorians of all five high schools in Douglas County on Thursday, May 21. These ten students worked long hours in rigorous courses over the last four years to earn this esteemed honor.
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Congratulations to the Winners of the Brian Jordan Reading Challenge!
05/22/2020
Congratulations to the winners of the Brian Jordan Reading Challenge!!! We salute our top readers from every school and our most improved readers. Congratulations to the third graders at South Douglas Elementary for making it the top school!
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Douglas County High School Stadium Renovation Underway
05/14/2020
As part of a planned renovation of the football facilities at Douglas County High School, the school system has begun demolition of the Selman Avenue side of the stadium along with the field house, locker room and weight room.
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Notice of Virtual Board of Education Meeting May 18, 2020
05/13/2020
Due to the public health emergency declared by the Governor and confirmed by the General Assembly, the Douglas County Board of Education will conduct the work session and meeting scheduled for May 18, 2020, 6:00 p.m. by videoconference. Click "View More" for a link to the live stream of the meeting.
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DCSS High Schools Rank High on U.S. News & World Report's List of the Best
05/05/2020
All high schools in Douglas County earned a spot on the U.S. News & World Report’s List of Best High Schools in America, which was released April 21, 2020. Chapel Hill High School, which ranked in the top 21% of the 418 schools that were ranked in Georgia, topped the list for Douglas County.
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Kindergarten Registration Begins May 1
04/21/2020
Welcome to kindergarten in the Douglas County School System! We are thrilled to have the Class of 2033 join us for an exciting journey! Kindergarten is a time of personal adjustment and a stepping out beyond the family to the wider world.
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Plans for End of School Year
04/20/2020
Douglas County implemented Digital Learning Days Phase II on April 13, with more structure and accountability for teachers, parents and students. The change to DLD has made it necessary to set new dates and grading practices for the end of the 2020 school year.
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Notice of Virtual Board of Education Meetings April 20 and 27, 2020
04/20/2020
Due to the public health emergency declared by the Governor and confirmed by the General Assembly, the Douglas County Board of Education will conduct the work session scheduled for April 20, 2020, 6:00 p.m. and the meeting scheduled for April 27, 2020, 7:00 p.m.by videoconference. Anyone wishing to observe the meeting may do so by going to the link below at the scheduled times.
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School Choice for 2020-2021 Opens April 27
04/16/2020
The Douglas County School System will begin accepting applications for School Choice transfers April 27 through May 8, 2020. Parents may request to transfer their child to another public school in the district for the upcoming 2020-2021 school year if the school has available space after its assigned students have been enrolled.
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Notice of Special Education Records to be Destroyed
04/10/2020
The Douglas County School System Program for Exceptional Children has announced its intention to destroy special education records of the students who were born between: September 1, 1997 thru August 31, 1998.
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DCSS Buildings Closed, Digital Learning Days for Students
04/03/2020
For information on event cancellations, meal distribution and more, click the "School Closure" tab at the top of the home page. You may also click "View More" to access the link.
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DCSS Announces New Principals, Other Personnel Changes
03/23/2020
Douglas County School System Superintendent Trent North is proud to announce the appointment of four new principals for schools in Douglas County. In addition, three current principals have been appointed to new schools, and other district positions have been announced for the 2020-2021 school year.
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ESPLOST Vote and Presidential Primary Postponed
03/13/2020
The presidential primary and ESPLOST vote, originally scheduled for March 24, has been postponed until May 19. We encourage all citizens to vote on May 19.
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School Closure March 16-27, 2020
03/12/2020
Dear Parents, Guardians and Staff Members, After consulting with health agencies and leaders in the Douglas County School System, I have made the decision to close all schools and school system offices beginning Monday, March 16, through Friday, March 27. All students and employees will return on Monday, March 30.
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Safety Enhancements Funded Through ESPLOST V
03/12/2020
The safety of students and staff is a priority for the Douglas County School System. One new safety enhancement was the installation of a card access entry system at all high schools. For more information about this safety feature that was funded through ESPLOST V, click "View More" for a link to a video from New Manchester High School.
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Coronavirus Update from the Superintendent 3-9-20
03/09/2020
You may be aware that Fulton County plans to close all schools and offices in its district on Tuesday, March 10, due to an employee testing positive for the coronavirus. With Fulton County being a neighboring county, I certainly understand the concern of our parents and employees.
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Letter Regarding Coronavirus
03/02/2020
The Douglas County School System (DCSS) takes the global Coronavirus (COVID-19) issue very seriously, and DCSS leadership is monitoring the recommendations from the CDC and public health on a frequent basis to assure that we are all doing what we can to protect the health of our students and school system employees. This is one of our highest priorities.
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Elimination of Mobile Units
03/02/2020
A major focus of ESPLOST V was eliminating mobile units that were used as classrooms. The school system continues to chip away at this goal. With classroom additions funded through ESPLOST V, fewer students are attending class in mobile units. Click "View More" for a video link to hear from Alexander High School Principal Chris Small about what the new addition will mean for his students and staff.
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Coronavirus Update from the Superintendent
03/01/2020
Over the past week, we have received many calls from parents asking what the school system will do in response to the coronavirus (COVID-19) issue. With the announcement this week that two people in Georgia have confirmed cases of the virus, I certainly understand the concern of our parents.
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Becoming Wise about Weather at Dorsett Shoals
02/21/2020
At Dorsett Shoals Elementary, weather is a hot topic every day. Through a grant provided by the Douglas County Education Foundation, the Weather Wiz Kids program provides tools for students to learn about the weather.
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Douglas County's CCI Celebrates 10 Years
02/14/2020
Leaders from the community and school system gathered on January 31 to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the College and Career Institute, better known as the CCI. The CCI is a charter school that opened in August of 2009 as a partnership between the Douglas County School System, West Georgia Technical College and the Douglas County Chamber of Commerce, with support from the Douglas County Economic Development Authority.
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Anslee Daniel, CCI and CHHS Class of 2015
02/14/2020
2015 Chapel Hill High School honor graduate Anslee Daniel participated in the audio video technology and film pathway at the CCI her junior and senior year. “I took all the classes available in the audio video pathway at the CCI and learned skills that put me ahead of my classmates at the University of Tennessee,” said Daniel. “I gained a lot of experience editing video, and I use this skill every day in my job at WJHL in Johnson City, Tennessee. I also honed my talent in front of the camera and learned what makes a story newsworthy.”
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Transportation Committee Holds Second Meeting
02/12/2020
The transportation committee met for the second time on February 6, 2020, 10:00 a.m. at the Board of Education Central Office. Kwame Carr, assistant superintendent of district operations for the school system and chair of the transportation committee, opened the meeting and explained the revised timeline.
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New Check-in Process for Visitors at All Schools
02/12/2020
The Douglas County School System has added the Raptor Visitor Management System for an extra layer of security at all schools.Visitors will scan their government issued photo identification which will be screened against the National Sex Offender Registry.
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STAR Students Named for Class of 2020
02/10/2020
Congratulations to the amazing STAR Students and Teachers in Douglas County! The Rotary Club of Douglas County recognized the honorees at its meeting on February 3. Videos of STAR Students and Teachers are available by clicking on the View More tab.
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All High Schools in Douglas County Named 2020 AP Honor Schools
02/10/2020
Superintendent Trent North is pleased to announce that all high schools in Douglas County received recognition on one or more of the lists of 2020 AP Honor Schools announced by State School Superintendent Richard Woods on February 6, 2020. The honors reflect achievement and/or participation on the AP (Advanced Placement) tests administered by the College Board during spring of 2019.
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Dr. Karen Strickland Named New Executive Director of Federal Programs.
02/05/2020
Dr. Karen Strickland Named Douglas County School System Executive Director of Federal Programs.
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Mason Creek Middle School’s Chisa Ihekwereme Takes Top Honor in Spelling Bee
02/03/2020
Top spellers from district elementary and middle schools participated last week in the annual Douglas County Spelling Bee. Chisa Ihekwereme, an 8th grader at Mason Creek Middle School, was named overall winner by correctly spelling F-0-N-D-A-N-T in the 15th round of competition!
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Douglas County Chamber Foundation Scholarship Opportunities Available
02/03/2020
The Douglas County Chamber Foundation offers several scholarship opportunities to high school students from Douglas County schools. These scholarships will be awarded to high school seniors exemplifying outstanding leadership qualities.
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DCSS Presents the Annual Report for 2018-2019
01/31/2020
Assessment data, demographics, financial information -- it's all available in the 2019 Annual Report! For an overview of the 2018-2019 school year, click the link below.
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Learn More About Our High Schools!
01/29/2020
Are you curious about our five traditional high schools? On our newly updated fact sheets, you can find information including test scores, demographics, AP courses, clubs, and more. Take a look and see what makes each school special.
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Students Earn EMT Certification at LSHS
01/23/2020
A cohort of students at Lithia Springs High School (LSHS) will soon be the first to graduate from the high school ready for work as Emergency Medical Technicians (EMTs). LSHS has offered the Emergency Medical Responder Pathway for years, but beginning this semester, the pathway has widened to provide all the education and clinicals needed for students to sit for testing with the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians.
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Committee Holds First Meeting to Discuss Solutions to Transportation Challenges
01/21/2020
Eleven parents and 16 Douglas County School System employees attended the first meeting of the transportation committee on Thursday, January 9.
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Reunión de Padres Hispanos
01/17/2020
Unase a nosotros para una reunión.
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Visitor Management Technology Launching in Douglas County Schools
01/08/2020
The Douglas County School System is boosting a school security plan designed to keep students even safer throughout the school day. Beginning this spring, the school system will equip every campus with Raptor Technologies, a self-contained, self-service visitor management system.
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DCSS Outscores State in "Beating the Odds" Analysis
12/20/2019
Twenty-six schools in Douglas County were designated as either “Beating the Odds” or performing “Within Expected Range” on the 2019 College and Career Ready Performance Index (CCRPI), according to calculations by the Governor’s Office of Student Achievement released December 19, 2019.
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Change of Time for the BOE Meeting on January 6, 2020
12/18/2019
The Board of Education will meet on January 6, 2020, beginning at 7:00 pm. The previously published time was 6:00.
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Preparing for Winter Weather...
12/17/2019
Learning will continue on inclement weather days. Based on parent and teacher survey results regarding the digital learning day in January of 2019, the instructional department has been working to refine the procedures and expectations for the current school year.
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Lithia Springs High School Student Selected for Prestigious U.S. Senate Youth Program
12/09/2019
Brandon Wilson, a senior at Lithia Springs High School, has been selected as one of two students from Georgia for the 58th annual U.S. Senate Youth Program, a unique educational experience for outstanding high school students interested in pursuing a career in public service.
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Alexander High School Students Form Habitat for Humanity Chapter
12/04/2019
Several big-hearted, hard-working students have founded a Habit for Humanity chapter and are seeking to raise $90,000 to build a home for a local veteran!
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Alexander High French Teacher Wins Top Honor
11/19/2019
Alexander High’s Madame Rebecca Sundberg has a new title to add to her list of accomplishments. The American Association of Teachers of French (AATF) has named Madame Sundberg Georgia’s Teacher of the Year.
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New Immunization Requirement for Rising 11th Graders
11/08/2019
The Georgia Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics and the Immunization Program for the Georgia Department of Public Health would like to alert parents to a change in school immunization requirements.
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Marketa Croom Nominated for National LifeChanger of the Year Award
11/05/2019
Marketa Croom has been nominated for the prestigious LifeChanger of the Year award. Comments from the public are taken into consideration by the selection committee.
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Douglas County Awarded Grant to Develop New Teachers
11/01/2019
$1.5 million, five year grant expected to produce 60 new teachers for Douglas County/
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Douglas County School System to Form Transportation Committee
11/01/2019
Please click "View More" to read full text of letter from Superintendent Trent North regarding the formation of a Transportation Committee to address concerns and make suggestions for the 2020-2021 school year.
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A New and Easy Way to Submit News!
10/21/2019
The Communications Department now offers a new and improved way to submit news articles!
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We Want Your Input!
10/11/2019
Parents, the Douglas County School System is developing the Strategic Plan for 2020-2025, and we need your suggestions on how we can make our schools the best they can be.
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Lydia Palmer Named District Teacher of the Year!
10/09/2019
Lydia Palmer, a sixth grade teacher at Fairplay Middle School (FMS), has been named the Douglas County School System Teacher of the Year for 2019-2020!
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Rotary Club Donates Backpacks to School System
10/08/2019
The Rotary Club of Douglas County generously donated almost 1,600 backpacks to Douglas County School System students.
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School Nutrition Wins Golden Radish Award
09/23/2019
The Douglas County School Nutrition Department took home the top honor in the annual Golden Radish competition, which celebrates extraordinary work in farm to school programs. Criteria for the platinum award include local food procurement, exposing students to new foods through taste tests, and incorporating gardening and cooking activities in the curriculum.
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Douglas County Graduation Rate for Class of 2019 Shows Increase, Surpasses State Average
09/18/2019
The Douglas County School System (DCSS) Class of 2019 high school graduation rate of 87.4% once again surpassed the graduation rate for Georgia. According to data released by the Georgia Department of Education on September 18, 2019, the graduation rate for the state was 82%. Scores in Douglas County increased from 86.5% in 2018 to 87.4% in 2019. For the fifth consecutive year, all five high schools in Douglas County exceeded the state graduation rate of 82%.
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Students and the Legal System: Free Seminar This Saturday
09/11/2019
A free seminar regarding students and the legal system takes place this Saturday, September 14, at Stewart Middle School. Come hear from the experts!
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The Doctor Is in: School Based Health Center Serves All Douglas County Students
09/05/2019
Since 2016, The Family Health Center at Douglas County Schools has been delivering quality medical and behavioral healthcare for the students living in our communities. Douglas County School System students and staff from any school are eligible to take advantage of these services, which include a wide range of health care.
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Parents and Community Invited to Participate in Survey on Standards
08/30/2019
Educators, parents, and community members are encouraged to take part in a Georgia Department of Education survey on standards for Math and English Language Arts.
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Thank You to Our Community Partners!
08/29/2019
The generosity of businesses and community organizations in Douglas County makes a difference in our schools! We appreciate the many ways that our schools and students are supported by the Douglas County community.
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Outstanding School System Teachers Recognized
08/09/2019
Six Teacher of the Year semifinalists have been named! The district's top teacher will be named on October 3 and will vie for state Teacher of the Year.
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Douglas County Celebrates Increase in Scores on State Testing
08/01/2019
Students in Douglas County showed major gains in many areas on the spring 2019 Georgia Milestones Assessment System (GMAS). Reading scores in grades 3-8 increased, with an impressive number of students reading at or above grade level. All grades 3-8 scored above the state average in English Language Arts (ELA). High school students made significant gains on End of Course (EOC) tests, with an increase in seven of the eight subjects that were tested.
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The Douglas County School System Announces New Principal, New District Level Appointment
07/12/2019
Superintendent Trent North is pleased to announce the appointment of a new elementary principal and a new district level position.
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Rita Fasina-Thomas Appointed to Represent District 5 on the Douglas County Board of Education
07/11/2019
Community volunteer and entrepreneur Rita Fasina-Thomas is the newest member of the Douglas County Board of Education. Fasina-Thomas was appointed by members of the Board of Education at the regular work session and meeting on July 8, 2019. She will fill the District 5 seat that was left vacant upon the resignation of Jeff Morris on June 17, 2019.
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Summer Interns Contribute Talents, Learn on the Job
07/10/2019
With their future careers in mind, eight college students, one recent college graduate, and one high school student took advantage of the summer months to gain hands-on experience through an internship with the Douglas County School System.
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Parents May Apply for a Permissive Transfer Beginning July 8
07/05/2019
The application for Permissive Student Transfers for the 2019-2020 school year will open on July 8, 2019. Please click "View More" for additional information and a link to the application.
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Annual Stakeholder Meeting Coming Up
07/01/2019
The Douglas County School System invites the residents of Douglas County to participate in our annual Stakeholder Meeting.
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Revisions to 2019-2020 Calendar
06/19/2019
At the June 17, 2019, Board of Education meeting, the revised calendar for 2019-2020 was approved. May 21 and 22, 2020, will be professional learning days. The last student day will be May 20. All graduations will take place on Thursday, May 21, and Friday, May 22, with three of the graduations taking place during the day.
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DCSS Board Members Earn GSBA Exemplary Status
Douglas County School District Achieves 2019 GSBA Exemplary School Board Status
06/19/2019
Douglas County School System Superintendent Trent North is proud to announce that Douglas County Schools are being served by a Georgia School Boards Association (GSBA) 2019 Exemplary School Board.
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Watch Our Graduations!
05/22/2019
You can watch all of our 2019 graduations from May 25 and 26, 2019. Click "Read More" for links to the videos.
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DCSS Nutrition Department Serving Up Free Meals This Summer
05/08/2019
The Douglas County School Nutrition Program is working to ensure healthy nutrition continues after the final school bell rings. Through the 2019 Summer Meal Program, the Nutrition Department will once again offer healthy nutritious meals to children who may not otherwise have access to such meals. The summer feeding program offers families the opportunity to save time and money by receiving lunch and breakfast at no cost for their children.
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Summer Learning Opportunities Abound
05/07/2019
Students in Douglas County have the opportunity to keep learning all summer! Many specialty academic camps will take place during June and July.
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Please Join Us for Upcoming Stakeholder Meetings
05/03/2019
The Douglas County School System Title I Department invites the public, along with teachers, principals, and parents, to give input on Douglas County School System's Federal Programs, the Comprehensive Local Improvement Plan (CLIP), and the LEA Parent and Family Engagement Policy.
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Douglas County School System Taps Six New Principals for 2019-20 School Year
04/17/2019
The Douglas County School System is excited to announce the appointments of six school administrators. Burnett Elementary, Yeager Middle, Beulah Elementary, Winston Elementary, Factory Shoals Elementary and Chapel Hill Elementary schools are among the schools welcoming new leaders for the 2019-20 school year.
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Notice that Special Education Records Will Be Destroyed in September, 2019
04/03/2019
The Douglas County School System Program for Exceptional Children has announced its intention to destroy special education records of the students who were born between: September 1, 1996 through August 31, 1997.
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Student Mathematicians Make Their Mark
03/29/2019
It was all about math at the recent Math Competition in Douglas County. Elementary and middle school students cheered each other on and raced against the clock at the school system’s annual Math Competition.
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Schools Celebrate Big Wins at Tome Competition
03/26/2019
Over 250 students, media specialists, and teachers from 20 schools in Douglas County competed at TomeCon, the state competition that celebrates reading and creativity. The annual event took place March 12 at the University of North Georgia in Gainesville.
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Jennifer Baker Selected as DCSS Media Specialist of the Year
03/26/2019
Mason Creek Middle School's media center provides a safe space and activities to inspire readers.
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A Capella Vocal Group IntoneNation
InTone Nation Winners in A Capella Competition
03/19/2019
Congratulations to the New Manchester High School's Fine Arts Magnet Education A Capella Vocal Group IntoneNation!
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Student Helps Teens Say “Yes to the Dress”
Douglas County Teen Turning Prom Dreams Into Reality
03/19/2019
A Douglas County teen is teaming with a national nonprofit to turn prom dress dreams into reality. Douglas County High School sophomore Jordan Griffin is leading a “Becca’s Closet” Prom Dress Giveaway to help teens find style for their big day.
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New Manchester High School Uses Badge for School Entry
Douglas County School System Announces Enhanced Campus Security Measures
03/14/2019
Douglas County School System Announces Enhanced Campus Security Measures New Measures Provide Higher Level of Student, Staff Security
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Join Us for Parent University Training!
03/11/2019
Parents of private and home school students along with faculty and staff in private schools in Douglas County are invited to our Parent University Training. View more to see additional information and a link to a flyer with details on date and time.
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Kaleidoscope ~ A Salute to the Arts Welcomes Community!
03/08/2019
Kaleidoscope is a salute to the arts featuring vocal, dance, and visual performances from talented high school students in the Douglas County School System. The community is invited to this special evening of talent.
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Online Course Application Open March 1 - June 1, 2019
03/01/2019
Senate Bill 289 offers students the option of requesting online courses during the school day as a regularly scheduled class, or outside of the school day working independently from home. The opportunity is open to students in grades 3 through 12.
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Douglas County Students Impress Judges at West GA Regional Science & Engineering Fair
02/26/2019
At the West Georgia Regional Science & Engineering Fair on February 15, judges selected 24 projects to advance to state competition. Sixteen of the projects are from students in Douglas County.
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Water, Water Everywhere!
02/22/2019
Students in grades 3 and 4 will soon know all about drinking water – where it comes from, how it’s treated, and ways to conserve it. The WSA recently donated a mobile water lab for 3rd and 4th grade teachers to use with their students. Through the books, games, and lab activities provided on the mobile cart, students will learn many science standards in a fun and engaging way. Teachers can check out the mobile lab through the district’s office of student achievement.
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Rotary Honors STAR Students and Teachers
02/22/2019
Congratulations to the amazing STAR Students and Teachers in Douglas County! The Rotary Club of Douglas County recognized the honorees at its meeting on February 11.
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Now on the Menu: Supper at 27 Douglas County Schools
02/12/2019
Beginning February 7, breakfast, lunch, and dinner are all on the menu for many Douglas County students. Twenty-seven schools will serve an evening meal after school hours to students still on campus for the After School Program or other approved academic activities.
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High Schools in Douglas County Named 2019 AP Honor Schools
02/12/2019
Superintendent Trent North is pleased to announce that all high schools in Douglas County received recognition on one or more of the lists of 2019 AP Honor Schools announced by State School Superintendent Richard Woods on February 8, 2019. The honors reflect achievement and/or participation on the AP (Advanced Placement) tests administered by the College Board during spring of 2018.
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Douglas County Education Foundation Opens 2019-2020 Scholarship Application Period
02/08/2019
$50,710 in scholarships to be awarded to 49 graduates from the Class of 2019!
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DCSS Welcomes Two New Head Football Coaches
02/06/2019
The Douglas County School System is pleased to announce the appointment of two new head football coaches: Corey Jarvis at Lithia Springs High School and Kevin Whitley at New Manchester High School. The appointments were approved at the February 4, 2019, Board of Education work session. Both coaches will also teach physical education.
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Elementary Principals Explore Ways to Improve Gifted Education
02/05/2019
The Douglas County School System is committed to providing the best possible services to its gifted students at all levels. Part of this commitment involves researching all options for delivering gifted services and looking at achievement and growth data for Douglas County as well as for school systems around the state that employ other methods of delivering services to its gifted students.
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Welders Win at North Georgia Competition
02/04/2019
Congratulations to the CCI welding students who recently competed in the XCEL North GA Welding Competition! CCI students placed 1st and 3rd in the XCEL North Ga and Lincoln Electric Welding Bead event.
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It's "Anchovy" for the Win!
02/01/2019
Charlotte Hunter was the overall champion at the Douglas County Spelling Bee on January 31! She won on the fishy word "anchovy" after a tense two-hour competition in Citizens' Hall at the Douglas County Courthouse. Charlotte is an 8th grader at Turner Middle School.
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AHS Chorus to Hold Concert Fundraiser on February 1
01/28/2019
The Performing Arts Boosters of Alexander High School announces a fundraiser to help offset expenses for their kids traveling to New York in April. The chorus was selected last fall to appear at the famous Carnegie Hall in April during the Masterwork Festival series. They will not only perform with the festival chorus, but they will also be performing their own musical pieces conducted by Sandra Chandler.
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Students Demonstrate Exemplary Work at Douglas County Science and Engineering Fair
01/24/2019
Student scientists along with their proud parents and teachers filled the Murray Educational Center on January 17 to hear the winners of the Douglas County Science and Engineering Fair. Awards for 1st, 2nd, 3rd place and Honorable Mention were given out along with special awards and “Best in Show” for middle and high school.
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DCSS will host a Community Wide Sex Trafficking Seminar January 28
Douglas County Schools Host Community Sex Trafficking Seminar
01/24/2019
The City of Atlanta will welcome Super Bowl in less than two weeks, but it will not welcome perpetrators of human trafficking. To educate parents and the community about the dangers of sex trafficking, the Douglas County School System will present a seminar tackling the nation’s human trafficking crisis.
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Schools Offer Online Learning for Inclement Weather Days
01/18/2019
Thanks to technology and advance planning, snow days will now be “at home” learning days!
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Important Update to the School System Calendar
01/18/2019
The last two days of the school year will now be half days. On May 23 and May 24, elementary students will be dismissed at 11:30. Middle and high school students will be dismissed at 12:30.
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Join Us for the 2019 Science and Engineering Fair!
01/15/2019
Join us on January 17 to see the work of our student scientists and engineers!
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Alexander Students Grant Classmate's Wish
01/08/2019
With hard work, smiles, and determination, a dream team of nine Alexander High School Students made one classmate's NBA fantasy come to life. By working side by side with Dream on 3, an organization devoted to making dreams come true, Kevin Patel’s sports dreams have quickly leaped to life.
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Take a Look at the 2017-2018 Annual Report
01/02/2019
We invite our parents, students, employees, and community members to review our newly released Annual Report for 2017-2018! We are pleased to present test data, demographics, budget information, and accomplishments from the 2017-2018 school year.
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Download the New School System App!
12/20/2018
Superintendent Trent North and the Douglas County School System have unveiled a new mobile app designed to streamline communication between the district and the community.
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Holly Springs Elementary Earns State Award for Outstanding Academic Performance
12/14/2018
Holly Springs Elementary was one of 28 schools in Georgia to earn the Greatest Gains Award at the Gold level. The award was announced by Governor Nathan Deal through the Governor’s Office of Student Achievement on December 5, 2018. The award was based on the school’s outstanding performance on the College and Career Ready Performance Index over the last three years.
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Douglas County Schools Perform Well in 2018 "Beating the Odds" Analysis
12/07/2018
Thirty-one schools in Douglas County were designated as either “Beating the Odds” or performing “Within Expected Range” on the 2018 College and Career Ready Performance Index (CCRPI), according to calculations by the Governor’s Office of Student Achievement released December 7, 2018.
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BOE Chair Appointed to Tourism and History Board
11/30/2018
The Douglas County School System is proud to announce that Board of Education Chair Tracy Rookard was appointed to the Douglas County Tourism and History Board by the Board of Commissioners during the November 20 meeting. Ms. Rookard is a private collector with a primary focus on artifacts and history from the 16th through 19th centuries.
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Inaugural Superintendent's Gala Raises Money for Special Education
11/08/2018
Great Gatsby-Themed Event a Smashing success
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Career Expo Introduces 8th and 9th Graders to Fast Growing Career Fields
10/31/2018
Career minded Douglas County 8th and 9th graders got a jump-start on career planning at the In-Demand Career Expo. Click "view more" to view video and read more about this great opportunity for our students!
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Douglas County Scores above State Average on CCRPI
10/30/2018
The Douglas County School System (DCSS) scored above the state average on the 2018 College and Career Ready Index (CCRPI). The overall score for Douglas County is 76.9, while the overall score for Georgia is 76.6. All public schools in Georgia are assessed utilizing the CCRPI, a comprehensive school improvement, accountability, and communication platform that promotes college and career readiness for students.
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Class of 2024 REACH Scholars Named
10/29/2018
Scholarship provides extra support, funds for college.
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SAT Scores Increase for Douglas County
10/25/2018
The Douglas County School System saw a slight increase in its SAT mean score for 2018. The score for the district was 1005, up two points from 2017. Chapel Hill High School’s score of 1056 was highest in the county and above the mean score for the state and nation.
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ACT Scores Decrease Slightly for Douglas County
10/22/2018
The number of students taking ACT continues to increase.
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State Board of Education Public Hearing Planned for Douglas County
10/14/2018
State Board of Education member Matthew Krull will host public hearing for the 13th District at Douglas County High School.
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Superintendent's Gala to Benefit, Enhance Special Education Programs
Superintendent's Gala to Benefit, Enhance Special Education Programs
10/08/2018
November 3 Event to Raise Money for Out Of Classroom Experiences
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Panel Discussion on Suicide Prevention
10/08/2018
Middle and high school students and families are invited to a panel discussion on suicide prevention. This important topic is presented by Douglas County Behavioral Health.
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Join Us for the Superintendent's Gala
10/03/2018
We invite the community to join us for a fun evening of music, dinner, and dancing! The Superintendent's Gala will benefit our students with special needs.
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New Manchester Elementary's Brittania Wright Crowned Douglas County Teacher of Year
10/02/2018
New Manchester Elementary School fourth grade teacher Brittania Wright now holds the title of Douglas County Teacher of the Year.
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School System Athletic Events Boost Local Economy
10/01/2018
While local schools hope for a "W" at the Alexander High School Cross Country Invitational on October 6, restaurants and hotels in Douglas County are sure to come out winners.
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2018 Graduation Rate Surpasses State Average
09/20/2018
The Douglas County School System Class of 2018 high school graduation rate of 86.5% once again surpassed the graduation rate for Georgia.
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Six Semifinalists Named for Teacher of the Year
09/19/2018
Douglas County School System looks forward to naming its top teacher on September 27th!
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AWES Bucket Brigade: Ready to Perform!
09/14/2018
The Bucket Brigade at Annette Winn Elementary delights audiences with their drumming skills!
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DCSS Speech Language Pathologist Stephon Colbert, and DCSS Lithia Springs High School students
Google Technology Grant Helps Students Succeed In Classroom
08/31/2018
A $24,000 Google-powered Classroom Grant is transforming the way more than 150 Douglas County School System students learn and communicate.
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DCSS Committed to Providing Non-traditional Routes to Graduation
08/30/2018
Douglas County has a new name and a new focus for its non-traditional high school programs: the Douglas County Success Center.
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Foundation Has Banner Year
08/16/2018
The Douglas County Education Foundation recently completed a great year of service to the Douglas County School System and is looking forward to another great year.
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LSHS Principal Albert LIndsey and Mrs. Diana Moore
Lithia Springs High School Educator Named Georgia Biology Teacher of Year
08/14/2018
Lithia Springs High School teacher Diana Moore received the news that she is the recipient of the 2018 Georgia Outstanding Biology Teacher Award
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Proposed Property Tax Rollback -- Notice of Public Hearings
07/27/2018
Concerned citizens are invited to three public hearings regarding a millage rate.
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Special Education Records to Be Destroyed in September, 2018
07/25/2018
The Douglas County School System Program for Exceptional Children has announced its intention to destroy special education records of the students who were born between:
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Online Student Registration Now Available
07/25/2018
Online registration is available for all students entering the school system for the first time and those returning to the system after attending school in another county or state.
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Nine Douglas County Seniors Named Elite 2020 Georgia Scholars
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Sage Smith volunteered at Georgia Aquarium.
Chapel Hill High School Student Had Busy, Meaningful Summer
Chapel Hill High School student had an amazing summer volunteering with several not-for-profit organizations.
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