WEATHER CLOSURE: Based on the current conditions, it’s not likely that Tuesday’s historic snowfall will melt away before temperatures drop again tonight, which could lead to unsafe road conditions for our buses Thursday morning. Out of an abundance of caution, the DCSS will close schools Thursday with plans to reopen Friday.
The DCSS will close school on Tuesday and Wednesday due to the anticipated winter weather. Read more here: https://bit.ly/3Wqobuy
WEATHER INFO: The district is monitoring an approaching cold front that has the potential to bring snow and ice to our area next week. We will provide updates on our official channels - website, mobile app, SMS and Rooms -- if there are any changes to school operations.
NOTICE: The Dougherty County Board of Education has called public hearings in reference to its desire to opt-out of the Statewide Floating Homestead Exemption. You can get more information here: https://www.docoschools.org/page/hb581
Congratulations to Reverend Bush, Dr. Hand, Mrs. West-Hudley and Mrs. Poole for being sworn in to new terms on the Board of Education. Read more here: https://www.docoschools.org/article/1968679
Congratulations to Robert Cross and Lincoln for being honored for excellence by the Georgia Department of Education! Read more here: https://www.docoschools.org/article/1968702
MEETING ANNOUNCEMENT: The Dougherty County Board of Education will meet at 6:30 p.m. on Monday, January 13, 2025 in the board room at 200 Pine Avenue. The agenda for the meeting can be found online here: https://bit.ly/428BWSj
MEETING ANNOUNCEMENT: The Dougherty County Board of Education's Instructional Accountability Committee will meet at 4 p.m. on January 8, 2025 in the first floor conference room at the DCSS Administration Building at 200 Pine Avenue.
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.