Dalton High School

Congratulations to Lizzie Reese, Sophomore Princess; Natalia Rodriguez, Senior Princess; Alexia Gonzalez, Queen; Zacari Garcia, Junior Princess; Lizbeth Alvarez, Freshman Princess

Calling all boys in 1st-8th grade! Join DHS for the Dalton High Basketball Academy at Dalton High School, running for 4 Sundays: 📅 October 20th 📅 October 27th 📅 November 3rd 📅 November 10th 🕒 2:00-4:00 PM Cost: $80 for all 4 sessions or $20 per session if you can't attend all dates. Sign up using this link https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc6xDBgKI9AvXoZ4To7ALKHUxNJgs7ci0XfdJpI6qmBHVEFhQ/viewform?vc=0&c=0&w=1&flr=0, the QR code on the flyer, or if you can't register that way, email Coach Jonathan Adams to secure your spot! Let's get ready for an awesome basketball season! 🏀

Dalton High School Catamounts are thrilled to celebrate their annual Homecoming tomorrow, September 28th! Join them as they take part in the parade, football game, and Homecoming Dance, bringing together students, alumni, and the entire community for a day of fun and tradition. Parade Information: The Dalton High School Homecoming Parade will kick off at 9:00 AM. Floats will depart from Dalton High School, travel down Waugh Street, turn onto Thornton Avenue, and then again on Crawford Street. The parade will conclude on Jones Street. Please refer to the map below for additional route details. Homecoming Game: The Dalton High football team will face off against Hiram High School at 12:00 PM at Harmon Field. Come out and support the Catamounts as they take on the Hornets! Homecoming Dance: The Dalton High School Homecoming Dance will take place from 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM tomorrow evening. Tickets are available for $20 and can be purchased either at the door with exact change or online through GoFan. Purchase your tickets now using the following link: https://gofan.co/event/1716609 Students who wish to bring a guest from another school must complete one of the following steps: 1. Submit the Homecoming Guest Form via email to Mr. Wickes at james.wickes@dalton.k12.ga.us. The form can be found here: https://5il.co/2xo4t 2. Have a principal or assistant principal from the guest’s school email Mr. Wickes confirming that the guest is in good standing with no significant disciplinary issues in the past year. Please note that all guests who are not Dalton Public Schools students must be under the age of 21 and present a valid ID upon arrival. Additional Note: The Dalton Education Foundation's Paint the Town Red event has been canceled for this year. We appreciate your understanding and look forward to its return next year. We can’t wait to celebrate Homecoming with the Dalton High community tomorrow!

Weather Monitoring Update from Dalton Public Schools: Due to safety concerns related to Tropical Storm/Hurricane Helene, Dalton Public Schools will be closed on Thursday and Friday, September 26th and 27th. This includes the cancellation of all extracurricular activities scheduled for those days. The decision was made in collaboration with local safety agencies to ensure the well-being of our students, staff, and community. Dalton High Homecoming Activities Adjusted: •Parade: The Dalton High homecoming parade will be rescheduled to take place on Saturday, September 28th at 9:00 AM. •Football Game: The homecoming football game will now be held on Saturday at 12:00 PM, with the homecoming court presented at halftime. •Homecoming Dance: The homecoming dance will proceed as planned on Saturday at 7:00 PM. Additional information, including details about the parade route and a parade route map, will be shared soon. We will continue to monitor weather conditions and provide any further updates through our communication channels. Thank you for your understanding and support as we prioritize the safety of everyone in our schools. For additional information on how decisions are made regarding weather and safety, please visit our website: https://dhs.daltonpublicschools.com/page/weather-and-closings. DPS Staff – Please keep an eye out for upcoming communication from your school principal regarding your plans.

Dalton High Homecoming is just around the corner!

Coffee with the DHS Counselors. Do you have questions about your high school student’s experience at DHS or their plan for the future? ​The Counseling office is here to help.

Need homework assistance? Cat University is now available Monday-Thursday from 2:15-5:30. After the tutoring hour, participants enjoy enrichment activities in the areas of art, movies, life skills, career development, and intramural sports. Transportation is also provided. See Leslie Felix or Cindy Becerra in the front office to sign up.

Dalton High School's HoPe (Hispanic Organization for Promoting Education) chapter showed their support for local first responders at the Battle of the Badges charity softball game. The students made posters and brought Gatorades for the participating first responders, building meaningful connections along the way. It was a special experience for everyone involved. This is just one of the many incredible service initiatives they have planned for this month. Keep an eye out for more of their projects, and follow them on Instagram at @daltonhigh_hope!

On Monday, September 23, we would like to invite all of our DHS families to drop by the high school for our Fall Open House. We will begin the evening with our annual Title 1 meeting in the Commons at 5 pm followed by an opportunity to tour the school and see all of our decorations for Homecoming Week and meet the teachers. Georgia Tacos will also be here selling their tacos and quesadillas for anyone who'd like to grab dinner while they are here. We look forward to seeing everyone on campus on September 23 from 5-6:30 pm. El lunes, 23 de septiembre, nos gustaría invitar a todas nuestras familias DHS a pasar por la escuela secundaria para nuestra casa abierta de otoño. Vamos a empezar la noche con nuestra reunión anual del Título 1 en los Comunes a las 5 pm seguido de una oportunidad para recorrer la escuela y ver todas nuestras decoraciones para la Semana de Regreso a Casa y conocer a los maestros. Georgia Tacos también estará aquí vendiendo sus tacos y quesadillas para cualquiera que quiera cenar mientras están aquí. Esperamos ver a todos en el campus el 23 de septiembre de 5-6:30 pm.

Dalton Public Schools Students Named All-State Thespians Dalton Public Schools is proud to announce that Hayden Poe and Kinsley Stephens, two exceptional students from Dalton High School, have been selected as All-State Thespians. They will represent our district at the Georgia Thespian Conference in February. Read more: https://www.daltonpublicschools.com/article/1749499

Here is a reminder of the required immunizations for all students.

Don't forget! There is no school on Monday, September 2, due to the Labor Day Holiday. We will see all of our students and staff back in school on Tuesday, September 3. Have a great long weekend!

Dr. Steven Craft Monthly Column: Embracing Unity and Excellence in Dalton Public Schools As we kick off the 2024-25 school year, I am filled with immense pride and excitement about the journey ahead. Our theme this year, "Our Story, Our Strength: Leading as One," perfectly encapsulates the spirit and unity that define Dalton Public Schools. We are blessed with an extraordinary team of educators and staff who are not only dedicated professionals but also passionate about making a positive impact on our students' lives. This collective commitment to excellence is what drives us to create a phenomenal learning environment for every child in our district. Read more: https://www.daltonpublicschools.com/article/1730068

Don't forget to join us tonight at halftime during the football game for a special presentation! 🏆 We’re thrilled to be announcing the Tom Jones Educator of the Year Award! Come out and support our 9 amazing finalists who have made a tremendous impact on our students and community. Let’s celebrate their dedication and hard work together! 🎉 See you at the game—don’t miss this moment to cheer on our incredible educators! 📚💪 Here our finalists: •Caitlin Autry (The Dalton Academy) •Susan Barlow (Brookwood Elementary) •Molly Carlson (Westwood Elementary Wildcats & C3 to Gifted Coordinator Dalton Public Schools GA) •Kimberly Fannin (Park Creek School - Serving, Learning, Leading) •Marc Hefner (Dalton Junior High School to Dalton High School Catamounts) •Perry 'Mac' McLawhorn (Dalton Junior High School to Dalton High School Catamounts) •Dana Miller(Dalton High School Catamounts •Nick Sun (Dalton Public Schools GA) •Sara Webb (Hammond Creek Middle School)

Last night, at the Dalton Public Schools Board of Education meeting, the board proudly recognized the Dalton High boys' golf team for their outstanding third-place finish at the Class 5A Boys Golf State Championship! With a strong team effort, the Catamounts secured third place with a total score of 620 across the two-round tournament. In addition to the team’s success, Cole Stockard was recognized for his incredible individual accomplishment, securing 2nd place overall as an individual! Congratulations to Cole Stockard, Landon Wells, Hampton Starks, Jared Hijar, Walker Hill and Rhett Simmons!!

Dalton Public Schools Little Cats Program Enrollment for 2024-2025 Dalton Public Schools is now enrolling 3-4 year olds for the 2024-2025 Little Cats Program! This free parent and child program meets once a week for 2.5 hours, offering a range of activities including story time, music, movement, and literacy, math, and science activities to foster academic and motor skills development. Classes are led by Family Engagement Coordinators and are available at three locations: Three Locations: Annex at City Park Elementary Morning and afternoon sessions every Tuesday starting September 3rd Address: 105 N. Thornton Avenue, Dalton, GA 30720 Beechland Resource Center Afternoon session every Thursday starting January 9th Address: 704 Beechland Circle, Dalton, GA 30721 Roan Roundhouse Morning and afternoon sessions every Wednesday starting September 4th Address: 400 Vann Circle, Dalton, GA 30721 For more information, please contact: Raquel Cardona: 706-463-7647 Saira Laruy: 706-463-7631 Click here for more information: https://5il.co/2t4qk