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GEAR UP: GEAR UP is partnering with InsideTrack to provide students with 1:1 coaching services to ensure they're ready for college. Limited slots available - Register TODAY! The deadline is August 9.
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WEATHER STATEMENT: In light of the most recent updates regarding the track of Tropical Storm Debby, school for Monday, August. 5, 2024 has been canceled. See more here: https://bit.ly/DebStatement1
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Dear Merry Acres Middle School Parents,
I am thrilled to share that we had a fantastic first day of school! The enthusiasm and positive energy from both our students and staff were truly inspiring.
Our theme for this year is "ONE TEAM ONE GOAL #Forward to Excellence," and I am confident that together, we will achieve great things. Your support and involvement play a crucial role in our mission, and I look forward to working closely with you throughout the year.
Thank you for entrusting us with your children's education. Let's make this school year one of growth, achievement, and excellence.
Warm regards,
Dr. S. Williams
Principal
#BraveNation
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SUMMER BUS ROUTES: Summer bus routes have been added to the website! Just click the link or search with those keywords: https://www.docoschools.org/page/summer-school-bus-routes
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MEETING ANNOUNCEMENT: The Dougherty County Board of Education will meet at 6:30 p.m. on Monday, May 13, 2024 on the second floor of the student center at Albany State University West Campus located at 2400 Gillionville Rd, Albany, GA 31707. The agenda is available here: https://bit.ly/4buLeJR
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SUMMER LEARNING: Click the link for information on the district's Summer Bridge program. https://bit.ly/3WqncLP Solicitud en español: https://bit.ly/3wkHlZ3
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DELAYED START: After additional review of the weather forecast, and out of an abundance of caution, we will delay reporting times for students and employees by one hour on Thursday in order to give the weather system time to clear our area.
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NEW CALENDARS: Parents! The Board of Education approved both the 2024-2025 School Year Calendar and the 2025-2026 School Year calendar at last night's meeting. You can view them both here: https://bit.ly/DocoCalendars
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MEETING ANNOUNCEMENT: The Dougherty County Board of Education will meet at 6:30 p.m. on Feb. 12, 2024 in the board room of the administration building at 200 Pine Avenue. The agenda is available here: https://bit.ly/BDMtg2122024
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PARENT/TEACHER CONFERENCES - EARLY DISMISSAL: Please be reminded that Parent/Teacher Conferences and Early Dismissal is set for Feb. 1&2 this week. Pre-K and Elementary Schools will dismiss students at 12:30 p.m., Middle Schools at 1:30 p.m. and High Schools at 2:30 p.m. Please contact your school for details.
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The district is closely monitoring an approaching storm system that has the potential to cause severe weather across the area tomorrow (Friday - 1/12/24). We will provide updates through our district mobile app and Remind as they become available.
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After careful deliberation and consultation with state and local officials, the district has made the decision to cancel school for Tuesday, January 9, 2024 ahead of a potentially dangerous storm system that is set to move through our area. School operations will resume as normal on Wednesday, January 10, 2024. We encourage you to download the DCSS mobile app and Remind to get updates as they are communicated from the district office.
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WEATHER UPDATE (8/29/2023, 4:30 p.m.) After conferring with local and state emergency management officials, out of an abundance of caution, Dougherty School System schools will be closed Wednesday, August 30th in anticipation of the arrival of severe weather associated with Hurricane Idalia. We will resume normal operations on Thursday, August 31st.
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OPEN HOUSE SCHEDULE: We've posted information on our school Open Houses. Click the link for more information: https://bit.ly/2023OpenHouseInfo
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OPEN HOUSE: Check the flyer for info about Open House!
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SCHOOL SUPPLIES: If you haven’t seen them yet, you can find school supplies list for your school here: https://www.docoschools.org/o/dcss/page/school-supply-lists
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REGISTRATION: Hey parents, you can access the online registration link by going to the district homepage then clicking on "Menu" then clicking the link for Online Student Registration under "Resources." You can also use the link below: https://www.docoschools.org/olr
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Hey Parents!
District-wide open house is set for July 31. Details will be coming soon!
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Hey Parents! We wanted to let you know that the district WILL NOT be providing school supplies this school year. Stay on the look out for a link to school supply lists coming out soon!
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Parents,
The district has been monitoring the weather and the approaching thunderstorms. With student safety in mind, we are canceling all after-school activities for today including all extended day services. Dismissal will take place as scheduled. Staff members have been instructed, however, to shelter in place with students at the school if there is a severe thunderstorm or tornado warning during dismissal until the all-clear is given.
We appreciate your support and patience as we work together to keep our students safe.