Dooly County School System

NOTICE OF MEETING DATE CHANGE Please be advised that the regular meeting of the Dooly County Board of Education scheduled for Thursday, June 19, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. has been rescheduled. New Meeting Details: · Date: Wednesday, June 18, 2025 · Time: 6:00 p.m. · Location: Dooly County High School Media Center, 715 N 3rd Street, Vienna, GA 31092 The public may view the meeting via Facebook Live on the Dooly County School System Facebook page.

Congratulations to Dr. Willaford on completing the Georgia School Superintendents Association (GSSA) Superintendent Professional Development Program (SPDP), Cohort #16! This is truly an outstanding achievement and a testament to your dedication to educational leadership excellence. Dr. Willaford’s completion of this premier superintendent preparation program in Georgia represents a significant milestone in professional development. Having served as our superintendent for the past two years while simultaneously participating in this rigorous program demonstrates exceptional commitment to continuous learning and growth. Through this prestigious program, Dr. Willaford engaged with fellow current and aspiring superintendents from across Georgia, diving deep into the 8 Professional Standards for the Superintendency. The focus on strategic leadership, school governance, community relations, and organizational management has undoubtedly strengthened your already impressive leadership capabilities. As an alum of GSSA’s distinguished SPDP, Dr. Willaford is now even better equipped to lead the Dooly County School System with the purpose, conviction, and clarity that your community deserves. Congratulations again on this remarkable accomplishment, Dr. Willaford. Your commitment to excellence in educational leadership continues to inspire, and we look forward to seeing the positive impact of your enhanced expertise on the students and families of Dooly County. #GSSA #ThisisDooly #leadershipmatters​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

Happy Father's Day to our amazing Dooly County Schools dads and fathers everywhere! Your love and dedication make all the difference in your children's lives. We're honored to partner with you in their educational journey. Today, we celebrate YOU! Wishing you a day filled with joy and appreciation. #DoolyCountySchools

🎉 CONGRATULATIONS  Ms. Starks! 🎉 We are beyond proud to celebrate Ms. Starks, our dedicated Special Education teacher at Dooly County Elementary School, for completing her GA TAPP program this year! Not only did she obtain full certification in Special Education, but she also earned her certification in Elementary Education as well! 📚✨ Ms. Starks exemplifies what it means to be an educator who truly cares. Her dedication to our students and staff shines through every day, and she’s always willing to go the extra mile to make a difference in the lives of those around her. Thank you, Ms. Starks, for your hard work, commitment, and the love you bring to our school community every single day! 💙 #DoolyCountyElementary #ProudEducator #GATAPP #SpecialEducation #ElementaryEducation #DedicatedTeacher #CelebrationPost

🌟 CALLING ALL FUTURE LEADERS! 🌟 Ready to step up and make a difference? Join us for FFA Chapter Officer Leadership Training (COLT) at DCMS on July 17 and July 18! What you'll learn: 🎯 Officer roles & responsibilities/Parliamentary procedure 🎤 Public speaking skills 👥 Leadership development 📅 Event planning 🥅 Goal setting strategies Whether you're thinking about running for chapter office or just want to build your leadership skills, this training is for YOU! No experience necessary - just bring your enthusiasm and willingness to grow! 🚀 Open to ALL students in grades 6-8 - Don't miss this amazing opportunity to develop skills that will serve you for life! 👉 Sign up now: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd0oVx48cetLq4SnNcnZyG7k0MhI64tvhQIxeAxmgodm8LrIA/viewform Questions? Drop them in the comments below! #FFALeadership #COLT #FutureLeaders #DCMS #LeadershipTraining #FFA

🎓✨ Exciting News! 🎓✨ Dooly K-8 Academy and Dooly County High School recently spent two incredible days at the University of Georgia working with the GASSP association at their School Improvement Plan Writing Camp! During this intensive training, our educators participated in valuable team-building activities that strengthened trust and collaboration among each other. Most importantly, we worked together to develop a comprehensive school improvement plan focused on enhancing student outcomes and driving overall school abd district success. We're excited to implement these new strategies and continue our commitment to providing the best possible education for our students! 📚💪 #DoolyCountyK8Academy #DoolyCountyHigh #SIP #UniversityOfGeorgia #GASSP #StudentSuccess #EducationExcellence #TeamBuilding #ProudEducators

🚌✨ What an amazing day in Unadilla! The STEM Bus rolled into town today and we loved seeing all the excited faces exploring hands-on activities and having fun! A special shoutout to the Elizabeth Harris Library for being such wonderful partners - thank you so much for letting us be apart of your summer reading program! 🙌 And thank you to all the families who joined us for the STEM Bus before heading into the animal show. Your enthusiasm and curiosity made the day absolutely perfect! #STEMEducation #CommunityPartnership #Unadilla #LearningIsFun #FamilyFun​​

🚌✨ The STEM Bus is rolling into Unadilla tomorrow afternoon! ✨🚌 Join us at the library from 3-5 PM for hands-on STEM fun and discovery! While you're there, don't forget to check out all the exciting activities happening with the summer reading program. Perfect way to combine learning, exploring, and reading all in one amazing afternoon! See you there! 📚🔬 #STEMBus #UnadillaLibrary #SummerReading #HandsOnLearning #CommunityEvent #STEMEducation #SummerFun #Library

🍦 STEM Bus Ice Cream Day was a sweet success! 🍦 Our PreK students had a blast exploring science through their favorite frozen treat! They enjoyed a fun read-aloud of "Ice Cream Face," designed their own colorful ice cream cone creations, and got hands-on making delicious coffee creamer ice cream. Nothing beats learning through play - and when it involves ice cream, the excitement is off the charts! Our little scholars discovered how ingredients transform through mixing and freezing while having the time of their lives. #STEMEducation #PreKFun #HandsOnLearning #IceCreamScience #EarlyChildhoodEducation #LearningThroughPlay #STEMBus #SweetScience #PreKLife

Dooly County School System Instructional Specialists Shine at RESA Conference At the recent Middle Georgia RESA Instructional Coaches’ Conference, two Dooly County School System (DCSS) instructional specialists—Danette Perry and Melissa Tumblin—captivated educators with an interactive presentation on the power of Read Alouds across all grade bands and subjects. Drawing from best practices and their classroom coaching experiences, Perry and Tumblin underscored that Read Alouds are far more than story time—they're dynamic, strategic tools to bolster literacy, build content knowledge, and foster deeper student engagement. They shared tangible strategies for weaving read-alouds into instruction in math, science, social studies, and language arts. Conference attendees were not passive observers. Perry and Tumblin led hands-on activities simulating classroom use, encouraging coaches to model thoughtful questioning, encourage student discourse, and choose diverse texts aligned to academic standards. The specialists also provided a wealth of resources—lists of high-interest picture books and practical ways to build engaging lesson around them. By empowering instructional coaches across the region with fresh tools and meaningful engagement ideas, Danette Perry and Melissa Tumblin have strengthened the toolbox for implementing high-impact literacy practices throughout the state of Georgia.

Just a reminder....summer meal pick up is available at the high school THIS MORNING starting at 10:30. Parents and guardians please make plans to take advantage of this free program to keep our students fed this summer!

🚌📚 Summer break doesn't mean learning stops! Our STEM Bus is hitting the road and partnering with local libraries to bring hands-on activities right to YOUR neighborhood! While you're diving into amazing books through the library's summer reading programs, swing by the STEM Bus for some interactive experiments and activities. It's the perfect combo - fuel your mind with great stories AND explore the wonders of STEM! Check the flyer to see when we'll be rolling up. Can't wait to see you there! 🔬🧪📖 #STEMBus #SummerReading #CommunityPartnership #STEMEducation #LibraryFun #HandsOnLearning #SummerBreak

Please post on the district site: 🚨 Attention DCK-8 Parents: Students will receive mesh book bags at the start of the 2025-2026 school year!!! There will be a few items included as well. A detailed list of school supplies will be posted later. 📚 🐾

📱 **Stay Connected with Dooly County Schools!** We know it's summer, but don't miss out on what's happening in our schools! The DCSS app puts everything you need right at your fingertips: ✅ Live sports scores and game updates ✅ School events and important dates ✅ Daily cafeteria menus ✅ Latest news from around the district ✅ Emergency notifications and alerts **Download today and stay in the loop!** 📲 **Android:** https://bit.ly/2NQVKSM 📲 **iPhone:** https://apple.co/3sHd40e #DoolyCountySchools #DCSS #SchoolApp #StayConnected #DoolyUnited

🍞 **Christ Chapel Unadilla Food Pantry** 🍞 The food pantry will be open: 📅 **June 7th & 14th** 🕙 **10am - 12pm** Please note: There will be no food drives this month - only the scheduled pantry days. #ChristChapelUnadilla #FoodPantry #CommunitySupport #ServingOthers​

NOTICE OF DOOLY BOARD RETREAT/EXECUTIVE SESSION & DISTRICT LEADERSHIP DAY ONE The Dooly County Board of Education will hold a Board Retreat & Executive Session on Tuesday, June 3, 2025, from 9:00am- 3:00 pm in the Dooly County K8 Academy located at 11949 Highway 41 Pinehurst, GA 31070. The primary purposes are items for board discussion and personnel. NOTICE OF DOOLY BOARD RETREAT/ EXECUTIVE SESSION & DISTRICT LEADERSHIP DAY TWO The Dooly County Board of Education will hold a Board Retreat on Wednesday, June 4, 2025, from 9:00am- 3:00 pm in the Dooly County K8 Academy located at 11949 Highway 41 Pinehurst, GA 31070. The primary purposes are items for board discussion and personnel.

🍎📚 **FREE Summer Meals for Kids!** 📚🍎 Dooly County Schools is excited to be able to provide FREE nutritious meals for children 18 and under throughout the entire month of June! No registration required - just show up hungry! 😊 See the flyer for locations and more information! Help us ensure no child goes hungry this summer. Share this post to spread the word to families in our community!

Our STEM Bus is out and about today for the Book Bash at Busbee Park in Vienna. Come out and see us until 1pm today!

🎓 Today, Dooly County Schools held our End of Year Convocation—a special time to reflect on an incredible school year and honor the amazing educators who make it all possible! We took time to reminisce about the memories we've made, the milestones we've reached, and the countless ways our faculty and staff have gone above and beyond for our students. It's moments like these that remind us why we do what we do. The highlight of our gathering was announcing Mrs. Valentina Bowens as our District Teacher of the Year! Mrs. Bowens is an exceptional educator who dedicates herself to preparing our students for the future every single day. Beyond her outstanding teaching, she serves as a mentor to her colleagues, sharing her expertise and lifting others up along the way. Thank you to all our faculty and staff for an outstanding year. Here's to celebrating our accomplishments and looking forward to an even brighter future ahead! #DoolyCountySchools #TeacherOfTheYear #Convocation #EducationExcellence​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

Get Ready to Saddle Up! 🎉 The Golden Sound presents the 1st annual "Boots and Bows"! 🤠🎟️ Don't miss out on the fun! Get your tickets now and join us for an unforgettable night! 💥 Tickets available now! #BootsAndBows #TheGoldenSound