Dalton Junior High School

Dear Parents, We have our first virtual learning day scheduled for November 22. Please review the following expectations and guidelines to help your child succeed during this time. Our goal is to provide meaningful learning while keeping the workload manageable. Teachers will review the assignments and expectations with students ahead of time to ensure they understand what is required. Students will have assignments for each of their classes. Core content (Math, English, Science and Social Studies) and connections. Each assignment is meant to take 10-20 minutes to complete, so you can expect about two hours. All assignments will focus on reviewing previously taught content; no new material will be introduced on this day. Assignments can be paper-based and/or digital using Canvas. Additionally, we ask that you always encourage independent reading and the review of recently learned topics. Thank you for your partnership in helping our students have a successful virtual learning experience. Please feel free to reach out to your child’s teacher if you have any questions.

Winter MAP testing begins Monday and Tuesday after Thanksgiving break. Come to school ready to test and don't forget to bring your computer and charger to school!

Come out and support the HCMS/DJHS Competition Cheerleaders at their Region Championship. Bring EVERYONE you know, friends, family, cousins, friends of cousins... We want to pack out the gym in RED! Get your tickets @ https://gofan.co/event/1995576?schoolId=GA73957

!!IMPORTANT SAVANNAH TRIP INFORMATION!! If you plan to go on the Savannah trip in March, you MUST have your registration completed and initial trip deposit paid by NOVEMBER 21! Click this link for information: https://trips.simplifiedstudenttravel.com/t/sst/20250004

Students at DJHS worked on this art project over the last month. With the help of Paula Gregg and the Creative Arts Guild, they brought to life a lively and colorful display of Alebrijes. The artwork is going to be on display at the Creative Arts Guild for their Día de los Muertos celebration on November 1st from 6 pm-10 pm. If you would like an up-close look at the students' masterpieces, plan to go to the Día de los Muertos celebration! Thank you to Paula and the Creative Arts Guild for working with the students on this project. Here is a link to the Creative Arts Guild celebration: https://creativeartsguild.org/events/annual-events/dia-de-los-muertos

Shoutout to Jessica at Lowe's Home Improvement for the generous donation of pumpkins to DJHS. Thanks so much for your support for fun activities for our students! And thank you Mr. Carson for delivering them to us! 🎃

Don’t miss out on The Dalton Academy’s 2nd Annual Trunk or Treat and Día de los Muertos Festival! 🎃💀 Join TDA for a fun-filled evening with music, games, food, and more on November 2, 2024, from 5:00-8:00 PM at 1250 Cross Plains Trail, Dalton, GA. Admission is just $5 per car, and it includes Trunk or Treat for each child! Get ready for an unforgettable night of community celebration and fun!

Please join us for our first annual math academic night on October 29th at 5:30 pm! We will be sharing student work and you will have a chance to talk to your student's teacher.

DJHS Cougar Carnival is this Thursday, October 10! Wristbands are being sold during lunch for $10! Sign up for a soccer or basketball team during FLT this week! We will have food trucks, inflatables, and concessions! Don't forget to bring money for concessions!

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! 🏀

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.

Join us for our Dalton Junior High Title I Meeting on September 19, 2024 at 5:30 pm!

Join us for the Dalton Junior High ESOL meeting on September 19th at 4:30 pm.

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

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