West Town Elementary School won the Albany Regional Elementary Robotics Tournament Championship Saturday, capping a strong showing by Dougherty County School System schools.
It's the school's first robotics championship.
Additionally, Sherwood Acres Elementary School was second in robot performance and robot design for Tournament A, with Lake Park Elementary winning the core values award.
For Tournament B, Turner Elementary School won for robot performance and core values with Alice Coachman Elementary winning the innovative project award.
West Town, Sherwood, Turner and Alice Coachman will advance to the super regional tournament early in 2025.
West Town Elementary School won the Albany Regional Elementary Robotics Tournament Championship Saturday, capping a strong showing by Dougherty County School System schools.
It's the school's first robotics championship.
Additionally, Sherwood Acres Elementary School was second in robot performance and robot design for Tournament A, with Lake Park Elementary winning the core values award.
For Tournament B, Turner Elementary School won for robot performance and core values with Alice Coachman Elementary winning the innovative project award.
West Town, Sherwood, Turner and Alice Coachman will advance to the super regional tournament early in 2025.
MEETING ANNOUNCEMENT: The Dougherty County Board of Education will meet at 6:30 pm on Monday, December 9, 2024 in the board room at 200 Pine Avenue. You can view the agenda here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1jtCNr0xkAbItvyrjN40bSe775SA4CWrf/view?usp=drivesdk
MEETING ANNOUNCEMENT: The Dougherty County Board of Education’s Building and Grounds Committee will meet at 9 a.m. on December 2, 2024 in the 2nd floor conference room in the School Nutrition Suite of the DCSS Administration Building at 200 Pine Avenue.
MEETING ANNOUNCEMENT: The Dougherty County Board of Education will meet at 11:30 a.m. on Thursday, Nov. 14, 2024 in the board room at the administration building at 200 Pine Avenue. The agenda has been posted online here :https://bit.ly/3YP1X5V
MEETING ANNOUNCEMENT: The Dougherty County Board of Education’s Instructional Accountability Committee will meet at 4 p.m. on Wednesday, November 13, 2024 in the 1st floor conference room at 200 Pine Avenue.
MEETING ANNOUNCEMENT: The Dougherty County Board of Education will meet at 11:30 a.m. on Thursday, October 31, 2024 in the board room at 200 Pine Avenue.
MEETING ANNOUNCEMENT: The Dougherty County Board of Education’s Finance Committee will meet at 9 a.m. on Friday, October 25, 2024 in the 3rd floor conference room at 200 Pine Avenue.
Bullying Prevention Fall Break Tips_Friendship Friday
Foster Friendships: Encourage students to build strong, healthy friendships that support and uplift one another. Creating opportunities for students to collaborate on projects or participate in team activities can help them connect with new peers and foster a stronger sense of community.
Concerns about bullying or suspicious behavior, you can easily and anonymously share them on our DoCo Tips page: https://www.docoschools.org/page/doco-tips
Together, we are DCSS – One Community, One Voice.
Bullying Prevention Fall Break Tips – Technology Thursday
Teach Digital Citizenship: As technology plays a larger role in students' lives, it’s essential to teach responsible digital citizenship. Lessons on privacy, respect in online communications, and the dangers of cyberbullying help students navigate the digital world safely and responsibly.
Concerns about bullying or suspicious behavior, you can easily and anonymously share them on our DoCo Tips page: https://www.docoschools.org/page/doco-tips
Together, we are DCSS – One Community, One Voice.
Bullying Prevention Fall Break Tips – We Are United Wednesday
It’s Unity Day! Take the pledge at pacer.org/bullying/pledge.
Encourage Inclusion: Create an environment where everyone feels welcome. Whether at recess, in the classroom, or during group activities, ensure no one is left out. Inclusion starts with making the effort to invite others into conversations and activities.
Concerns about bullying or suspicious behavior, you can easily and anonymously share them on our DoCo Tips page: https://www.docoschools.org/page/doco-tips
Together, we are DCSS – One Community, One Voice.
Bullying Prevention Fall Break Tips – Teachable Tuesday
Teach Conflict Resolution Skills: Help students develop the tools to manage conflicts constructively. Teach them to use calm words, active listening, and problem-solving techniques to resolve disagreements instead of resorting to bullying. For more resources, contact your child’s school.
Concerns about bullying or suspicious behavior, you can easily and anonymously share them on our DoCo Tips page: https://www.docoschools.org/page/doco-tips
Together, we are DCSS – One Community, One Voice.
Bullying Prevention Fall Break Tips – Magnificent Monday
Promote Kindness: Small acts of kindness, like offering a smile or a compliment, can have a magnificent impact. Encourage students to look out for one another and treat everyone with kindness, embracing differences.
Concerns about bullying or suspicious behavior, you can easily and anonymously share them on our DoCo Tips page: https://www.docoschools.org/page/doco-tips
Together, we are DCSS – One Community, One Voice.
MEETING ANNOUNCEMENT: The Dougherty County Board of Education will have a meeting Friday, October 11, 2024 at International Studies Elementary Charter School at 11:30 a.m. You can view the agenda here: https://bit.ly/3zSfqBy
Did you catch what the staff and students at Sherwood Acres Elementary accomplished? Read more here: https://www.docoschools.org/article/1802665
SHARING THE LOVE: Did you hear what the students and staff at Westover High School did recently to show support for their peers at Apalachee High School? Click here to read more: https://www.docoschools.org/article/1802451
The Dougherty County School System is excited to participate in National Bullying Prevention Month this October with the theme "United Against Bullying: One Community, One Voice." We’re hosting a variety of activities to raise awareness and promote a safe, bully-free environment for all students.
Mark your calendars for Unity Day on Thursday, October 10th! The entire district will be wearing orange to show support for bullying prevention and solidarity. We encourage everyone to join us in this powerful statement.
More to come!!!
IMPORTANT: Dougherty County Schools will be closed Thursday and Friday in anticipation of severe weather associated with Hurricane Helene. We anticipate normal school operations will resume on Monday. Should plans change, we will send out notifications through the district app, text and email.
We are now in a Hurricane Warning and a flood watch. Hurricane force winds are projected overnight Thursday, into Friday morning. The system is expected to be precipitated by excessive rain on Thursday. This is a dangerous weather system. We encourage everyone to heed the guidance of emergency management officials and take all necessary precautions to ensure your safety and the safety of your family.
MEETING CANCELED: The Dougherty County Board of Education meeting set for Thursday, Sept. 26 at International Studies Elementary Charter School has been canceled due to Hurricane Helene.
WEATHER STATEMENT: Click the link for important information about Tropical Storm Helene: https://bit.ly/3XToE9L