MAGNET APPLICATIONS: Magnet school and program applications are now live for the 2025-2026 school year. Deadline for application is April 11. You can find them on the DCSS website at www.docoschools.org/magnetapps.
SUMMER PROGRAM: The Boys and Girls Club is offering a Summer Enrichment Program starting on May 27! Checkout the details on the flyer attached.
REVISED SY2026 CALENDAR: Monday, the board approved a revised 2025-2026 School Calendar. You can view it by going to www.docoschools.org/calendars or by clicking here: https://bit.ly/45bCw38
Family and Community Support
Happy National Teacher Appreciation Day! Teacher Appreciation Week is from May 5th- May 9th.
This is a time for students, parents, and the community to show their gratitude for teachers' hard work and dedication.
Be sure to spoil your teachers.
We appreciate all you do!
Lamar Reese Parent Facilitator and Parents.
Friendly Reminder:
Georgia Milestones testing for grades 3-5 starts TODAY, April 22, 2025 .
Students need to arrive by 7:45 a.m. It is important that students arrive early and eat a nutritious breakfast to perform at their best.
Encourage your child to do their best and don't stress.
HAPPY TESTING!
🚨 Heads up, parents! Georgia Milestone testing for grades 3-5 starts next week April 22nd! 🗓️ Make sure your child is at school by 7:45 AM and well-rested. Let’s ace this test! 💪 #GeorgiaMilestones #TestingTime
Celebrate Exceptional Education Week with us! 🌟 Dress down for a cause and show your support for educating our youth with diverse learning abilities!
#TAILGATETIME is here 🔥Here are the details for tomorrow: Parent/visitor parking will be on the side of the building. Tailgate & grill setup will start at 8:30 near the green & white gazebo in the back of the building near K/1st grade hall. We have a variety of vendors so students will need snack money. Lastly, students can wear jeans with Dragon T-Shirt/ School Colors! Let the fun begin! We will be celebrating our Basketball Champions all day no bookbags are needed tomorrow 🏆 🏀
🎉🏀 #Championship Celebration Friday, April 11th Exciting news, everyone! Let's come together to celebrate our amazing Dragon Basketball Team for winning the 2025 Championship for Dougherty County School System! 🎊 We're hosting a day full of fun festivities, including a tailgate with delicious grills, a DJ to get us moving, and a friendly staff/parent vs. Dragon Basketball game! 🐉✨ Bring your family and friends for a day of fun and cheer! We are asking that you come and support this event. You can setup your grills and tents as early as 8:30 AM.
Friendly Reminder: Boots on the Ground GMAS Parent Meeting is tomorrow, April 8, 2025 at 5:30 PM! https://forms.gle/m51iJFzzS6heYA3t8 This event is not just informative—it’s fun! Let's support our students on their path to achievement! Please RSVP today, so we will have the right amount of refreshments for you.
Reminder: Join us for our Boots on the Ground Family Event!
https://forms.gle/m51iJFzzS6heYA3t8 We will discuss testing strategies, testing anxiety tips and key information to help our students succeed.
This event is not just informative—it’s fun!
Let's support our students on their path to achievement!
A FLYER WAS SENT HOME YESTERDAY 🐉💥 #DragonPride 🏀#GameDay #JeanDay 🖤#BlackOut 📣#SchoolSpirit Students can wear jeans to school with Dragon T- Shirt or School Colors to support out Championship Game. At the game, it is a BLACK OUT we will wear all black. Let’s make this a day to remember! Good Luck Dragons !!!!!
REMINDER:
Field Day T-Shirt Money is Due March 28th.
No Orders will be received after this date.
Join us for our Boots on the Ground for Georgia Milestone meeting! We will discuss testing strategies and key information to help our students succeed on the upcoming GMAS test in April.
This event is not just informative—it’s fun!
Let's support our students on their path to achievement!
❤️ Good Morning Dragon Family! It's not too late! Please sign up for Muffin for Moms or now known as "Moms on the Move" using the link https://forms.gle/1h4ERxVYcJTtT5UX8. There will be some VERY important information shared to help support you and your child! Can't wait to see you there!
REMINDER: Field Day T-Shirt Money is Due March 28th. No Orders will be received after this date.
🍀 Get ready to celebrate St. Patrick's Day! Students can dress out of uniform on Monday, March 17th. Remember: no rips or tears in jeans or outfits! 🌈 #StPatricksDay #DressDownDay Just a gentle reminder, this was announced on Friday!
REMINDER: We’re excited to host another Moms on the Move event, formerly known as Muffins for Moms! Invitation Link: https://forms.gle/1h4ERxVYcJTtT5UX8 Please RSVP asap, so we may prepare the right amount of refreshments and resources for you.
Please access theParent and Family survey using the link/QR Code below designated for your child’s grade span:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1eIuq0BK8nJFYuIspLSF-BvRq-sOnWVHAxnIBY_RTCME/edit?usp=gmail
All parents and stakeholders are invited to provide input and suggestions on the following topics/documents:
