Dooly County School System

🐾 Happy Weekend, Bobcat Families! 🐾 While you’re enjoying your time off, don’t forget to mark your calendars for a BIG night coming up! 📅 Monday, March 3rd | Dooly County K-8 Academy Gym This is a district-wide event for ALL families, K-12!! Join us for our Title I Family Feedback Meeting at 5:00 PM, followed by STEM Night starting at 5:30 PM! 🔬✨ We have exciting hands-on activities AND amazing community partners joining us for the fun. Trust us — you don’t want to miss it! 🏆 BONUS: The class with the most family members in attendance will earn a special treat! So bring the whole crew and represent your Bobcat class! We can’t wait to see you there! 💙🖤 #DoolyUnited #BobcatPride #STEMNight #TitleI #DoolyCountySchools #FamilyEngagement #K8Academy​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

🎉 As we wrap up **Public Schools Week**, we're celebrating what happens in our classrooms, gyms, labs, and hallways every single day — **growth, discovery, and endless possibility!**

From our youngest learners finding their voices to our oldest students building their futures, Dooly County Schools students are rising to the challenge!

📚 Academics | 🏆 Athletics | 🔬 Hands-On Learning | 💻 Technology | 🌍 Real-World Experiences

We are also incredibly proud of the educators who guide our students every step of the way and the community members who support them.

👇 **Have an educator (past or present) who made an impact on you or your child? Drop their name in the comments below and let them know they're appreciated!**

Every grade. Every student. Every day — we are **#DoolyUnited** and proud of it! 🐾❤️

**#PublicSchoolsWeek #PSW26 #DoolyCountySchools #GrowthAndDiscovery #ProudToBePublic #DoolyUnited

Dooly County Schools is Growing - and We're Looking for Amazing people to Join Our Team! Apply on our website at https://www.dooly.k12.ga.us/.

🎓 Dooly Legacy Initiative - Week 7 🎓 They walked our halls as students. Now they’re shaping the future for the next generation. This week’s Dooly Legacy is Ms. Min’Lea Laidler, Literature teacher at Dooly County High School! Ms. Laidler is a proud Dooly County graduate who returned home to ignite a love of reading and writing in her students. In her classroom, she’s not just teaching literature—she’s opening doors to new worlds, perspectives, and possibilities through the power of words. She understands the journey our students are on because she walked the same path. Now, she’s using that connection to inspire critical thinking, foster creativity, and show our high schoolers that their stories matter. Thank you, Ms. Laidler, for bringing your passion for literature back home! 💛 #DoolyLegacy #HomegrownLeaders #DoolyUnited

🖥️✨ Happy Digital Learning Day! At Dooly County Schools, we’re embracing the power of technology to inspire curiosity, spark creativity, and prepare our students for the future. From interactive lessons to hands-on digital tools, our learners are staying engaged! #DoolyUnited #DigitalLearningDay

Thank You, DCHS Community! ✊🏾🖤 We would like to extend a sincere thank you to our student body, parents, and community members for joining us for our Black History Program. Your presence and support made this event truly special. A huge thank you to our students who participated and shared their talents, voices, and creativity. You represented our school and our culture with excellence and pride. We would like to extend a special thank you to CLS for joining us and bringing energy, joy, and unity through line dancing at our Black History Program. Because of you, our program was meaningful, powerful, and unforgettable. Thank you for helping us celebrate our history, honor our legacy, and uplift our future.

🌟📚 Future Leaders in Action! 📚🌟 Today, Dooly County Middle School’s FBLA members attended the 2026 Middle School State Leadership Conference in Columbus, Georgia today! The Middle School State Leadership Conference is an opportunity for middle school students to compete in our statewide competitive events program. The top four winners in each FBLA-Middle School competitive event will be eligible to advance to the National Leadership Conference. Students also had the incredible opportunity to meet with a representative from the Georgia Department of Education, where they proudly shared what they’ve been learning and the experiences shaping their future goals. During this engaging conversation, our students demonstrated confidence, knowledge, and enthusiasm — leaving a lasting impression with their professionalism and passion for learning. We are so proud of how they represented our school and community! Moments like these remind us that the future is bright, and leadership starts now. 💼✨ #BuildingAFoundationOfExcellence #FutureBusinessLeaders #StudentSuccess #LeadershipInAction #DoolyPride #BobcatNation 🐾

📣🍎 Dooly County Schools is Growing — and We’re Looking for Amazing Educators to Join Our Team! 🍎📣 Today, representatives from Dooly County School System proudly attended the Teacher Career Fair at Georgia Southwestern State University, hosted by Chatt-Flint RESA, to recruit passionate, dedicated educators who are ready to make a difference in the lives of students. At Dooly County Schools, we believe in building a Foundation of Excellence through strong relationships, high expectations, and a supportive school family culture. Our team is committed to student success, innovation, and continuous growth — and we are excited about welcoming future Bobcats to our district! If you are looking for a place where you can grow professionally, feel valued, and impact a community, Dooly County is the place for you. 🐾💛 Come Join Bobcat Nation! 💛🐾

🎉🖤❤️💛 Black History Spirit Week is Coming to Dooly County K-8 Academy! 💛❤️🖤🎉 We are excited to celebrate “A Century of Black History Commemorations” with a week full of culture, pride, and school spirit! Each day represents a powerful era in Black history — from the Harlem Renaissance to present-day excellence — and we invite all students and staff to participate. ✨ Spirit Week Dress-Up Days: 🎷 Monday (2/23): Jazz Age Glam Day – 1920s Harlem Renaissance style 👒 Tuesday (2/24): Sunday Best Day – Civil Rights Movement inspiration 🌍 Wednesday (2/25): Black Is Beautiful Day – Afrocentric pride & culture ⭐ Thursday (2/26): Legends Day – Dress as a Black icon 🎓 Friday (2/27): Black Joy Day – HBCU gear, career attire, or bright colors This week is about honoring the past, celebrating the present, and inspiring our future leaders. We can’t wait to see our Bobcats show their pride and creativity! 📸 Be sure to take pictures and share the spirit! #DoolyK8Academy #BobcatNation #BlackHistoryMonth #BlackExcellence #BuildingAFoundationOfExcellence

🎓 **Dooly Legacy Initiative - Week 6** 🎓

They walked our halls as students. Now they're shaping the future for the next generation.

**This week's Dooly Legacy is Mrs. Bobbi Lamberth**, middle school teacher at Dooly County K8 Academy!

Ms. Lamberth is a Dooly County graduate who returned home to stand in front of the very classrooms where she once sat as a student. Now, she's inspiring the next generation of learners, bringing passion and dedication to her instruction every single day.

She knows firsthand the power of great teaching because she experienced it right here in Dooly County. Now she's paying it forward—building relationships, fostering growth, and showing our middle schoolers what's possible when you believe in yourself and your community.

Thank you, Ms. Lamberth, for choosing to teach where it matters most—home! 💛

#DoolyLegacy #HomegrownLeaders #DoolyUnited

🎉🏆 Honoring Excellence in Dooly County Schools! 🏆🎉 We are excited to share that Dooly County Schools has been recognized as a Vision Award Winner at the Georgia Association of Educational Leaders (GAEL) Winter Conference! The GAEL Vision Award highlights districts that exemplify excellence in professional learning, leadership development, and advocacy for public education. This recognition reflects the commitment, teamwork, and dedication demonstrated across our entire school system. This achievement represents the collective efforts of our educators, leaders, staff, students, families, and community partners who continue to work together to strengthen opportunities and outcomes for all students in Dooly County. Pictured (left to right): Dr. Sherrod Willaford, Superintendent of Dooly County Schools; Ms. Jody Pate, Executive Director of Teaching and Learning; Dr. Hollie Walters, Principal of Dooly K-8 Academy; Ms. Felicia Madison, Chief Operations Officer; and Mr. Alvin Williams, Principal of Dooly County High School. 👏🏾 Congratulations to everyone who contributes to making Dooly County Schools a place where excellence thrives! #DoolyProud #ExcellenceInAction #GAEL #PublicEducationMatters #BobcatNation 🐾💛❤️

🌟 Big moment alert! Kindergartener Karter Bennett from Ms. Taylor’s class had the spotlight at our February Board of Education meeting. Karter called the meeting to order like a true leader in the making. We love seeing our youngest Bobcats step up and shine! 🐾❤️ #DoolyUnited #FutureLeaders #DoolyCountySchools​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

REGULAR BOARD MEETING TIME CHANGE NOTICE

Please be advised that the Dooly County Board of Education's regular board meeting, previously scheduled for Thursday, February 19, 2026, at 6:00 p.m., has been rescheduled to 1:00 p.m. The meeting will be held in Room 101 of the Central Office, located at 202 E. Cotton Street, Vienna, GA 31092.
The public may view the meeting via Facebook Live on the Dooly County School System Facebook page.

Our School Resource Officer doesn't just protect our school—he is a big part of our culture and climate. From the moment he walks through our doors, Captain Jones is more than an officer—he’s a mentor, a familiar face, and a steady presence our students can always count on. Whether he’s greeting our Bobcats in the hallway, lending an ear to a student who needs one, or simply showing up with a smile, he makes our school a safer and brighter place every single day. On National SRO Appreciation Day, we want to thank Captain Jones for his dedication, his heart, and his commitment to making sure every Bobcat feels safe, supported, and seen. We are so proud to call you one of our own. #NationalSROAppreciationDay #DoolyUnited #DoolyCountyK8

🐾❄️ Bobcat Nation, It’s Time for a Break! ❄️🐾 Dooly County Schools will observe Winter Break for students on: 📅 February 16–19, 2026 (Monday through Thursday) 📚 Students will have an Independent Learning Day on: Friday, February 20, 2026 We hope our students and families enjoy this well-deserved time to rest, recharge, and refresh! Take time to relax, read a good book, and prepare to finish the semester strong. 💪🏾✨ We look forward to welcoming everyone back on: Monday, February 23, 2026 Enjoy your break, Bobcats! ❤️💛 #DoolyUnited #BobcatNation #WinterBreak2026

🎓 Dooly Legacy Initiative - Week 5 🎓 They walked our halls as students. Now they’re shaping the future for the next generation. This week’s Dooly Legacy is Ms. Shashena Solomon, secretary for the elementary side at Dooly County K8 Academy! Ms. Solomon is a proud Dooly County graduate who came back home to be the heartbeat of our elementary office. From the moment families and students walk through the door, she is the warm welcome, and the organized force that keeps everything running seamlessly behind the scenes. Thank you, Ms. Solomon, for being the backbone of our elementary family! 💛 #DoolyLegacy #HomegrownLeaders #DoolyUnited

BOARD WORK SESSION NOTICE
The Dooly County Board of Education will have a board work session on Tuesday, February 17, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. in room 101 of the Central Office located at 202 E. Cotton, Street, Vienna, GA 31092.

REGULAR BOARD MEETING NOTICE
The Dooly County Board of Education will have a regular board meeting on Thursday, February 19, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. in room 101 of the Central Office located at 202 E. Cotton, Street, Vienna, GA 31092.

The public may view the meeting via Facebook Live from the Dooly County School System Facebook page.

🎓 Dooly Legacy Initiative - Week 4 🎓
They walked our halls as students. Now they're shaping the future for the next generation.
This week's Dooly Legacy is the one and only Mr. Earl Clark, Communities in Schools Liaison at Dooly County K8 Academy!
Mr. Clark is a proud Dooly County graduate who came back home with a mission—to ensure every student has what they need to succeed, both inside and outside the classroom.
His work goes beyond the job description. Mr. Clark is a bridge-builder, a problem-solver, and an example of what happens when someone returns home with purpose and passion.
Thank you, Mr. Clark, for being a pillar of support for our students and families! 💛
#DoolyLegacy #HomegrownLeaders #DoolyUnited

The Dooly County School System is hiring. We will hold a Career Fair on Saturday, March 7th, 9 a.m. to noon at the Dooly County High School Cafeteria to potentially fill our current job vacancies. Current vacancies: CTAE Director/CEO of College and Career Academy, HS Nurse, ES Teacher, MS Teacher, MS REP Math Teacher, ES EIP Math Teacher, School Resource Officer/Safety & Security Officer, School Nutrition Program Manager, School Registrar. For more information contact: Courtney McGriff at (229)268-4761 or at courtney.mcgriff@dooly.k12.ga.us.

The Dooly County School System is now hiring. Join our team! Apply on our website at https://www.dooly.k12.ga.us/.