We are proud to announce that Dooly County K-8 Academy has been awarded Beanstack’s Reading Culture Award Pathfinder Badge!
This special recognition is granted to schools that achieve 50% or more student participation in Beanstack each school year.
Achieving this milestone shows that we are building a strong culture of reading in our school community. We are so proud of our students, teachers, and families for supporting reading both in and out of the classroom.
Thank you for helping us make reading a daily habit and a lifelong joy for our students. Let’s keep turning the pages together!
National School Lunch Week is happening this week with the theme "Taste the World: Your School Lunch Passport".
Our amazing Nutrition Department has a special themed menu to showcase flavors from around the globe and the nutritious foods available daily at Dooly County Schools.
This week we are recognizing the important role that school meals play in supporting student health, learning and growth.
Did you know? School lunches are carefully planned to meet nutrition standards and keep students energized throughout the day — and they often introduce kids to new foods and flavors!
To our amazing food service staff: THANK YOU for nourishing our students with care and dedication each and every day.
Together, we’re helping our students grow strong — one lunch at a time!
Today is World Mental Health Day 💚
At Dooly County Schools, we believe that mental health matters just as much as physical health. Today, we're reminded that it's okay to not be okay, and it's always okay to ask for help.
Let's support one another by checking in, listening with compassion, and creating a community where everyone feels valued and heard. Together, we can break the stigma and prioritize well-being for our students, staff, and families.
Remember: You are not alone.
If you or someone you know needs support, please reach out to a trusted adult, counselor, or mental health professional.
#DoolyUnited #WorldMentalHealthDay #MentalHealthMatters #YouAreNotAlone
Student Services is sponsoring "Fall Back into Attendance Week" on October 13-17.
Monday: "POP" Back into Learning. Lollipops for all students who attend school.
Tuesday: "Team" Up for Learning. Wear your favorite jersey to represent your team.
Wednesday: "Orange" You Glad We are Kind! Wear orange to recognize Bullying Prevention Month.
Thursday: Read Aloud Day. Special guests will be in classes to "Drop Everything and READ".
Friday: Pink Out. Wear PINK for Breast Cancer Awareness.
Monday: "POP" Back into Learning. Lollipops for all students who attend school.
Tuesday: "Team" Up for Learning. Wear your favorite jersey to represent your team.
Wednesday: "Orange" You Glad We are Kind! Wear orange to recognize Bullying Prevention Month.
Thursday: Read Aloud Day. Special guests will be in classes to "Drop Everything and READ".
Friday: Pink Out. Wear PINK for Breast Cancer Awareness.
BOARD WORK SESSION NOTICE
The Dooly County Board of Education will have a board work session on Tuesday, October 14, 2025, 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, October 16, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. in the Dooly County High School Media Center located at 715 North Third Street, Vienna, GA 31092.
The public may view the meeting via Facebook Live from the Dooly County School System Facebook page.
The Dooly County Board of Education will have a board work session on Tuesday, October 14, 2025, 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, October 16, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. in the Dooly County High School Media Center located at 715 North Third Street, Vienna, GA 31092.
The public may view the meeting via Facebook Live from the Dooly County School System Facebook page.
📚🎉 It's National Instructional Coach Day! 🎉📚
Today we are giving a shoutout to the amazing instructional coaches at Dooly County Schools who are the ultimate teacher champions! Our coaches bring energy, fresh ideas, and endless support to help our educators shine in the classroom.
From brainstorming creative lessons to celebrating wins together, you make teaching and learning better every single day! Thank you for being the MVPs behind the scenes! 💙🌟
We appreciate everything you do!
#DoolyUnited #InstructionalCoachDay #TeacherChampions #EducationRockstars
Today we are giving a shoutout to the amazing instructional coaches at Dooly County Schools who are the ultimate teacher champions! Our coaches bring energy, fresh ideas, and endless support to help our educators shine in the classroom.
From brainstorming creative lessons to celebrating wins together, you make teaching and learning better every single day! Thank you for being the MVPs behind the scenes! 💙🌟
We appreciate everything you do!
#DoolyUnited #InstructionalCoachDay #TeacherChampions #EducationRockstars
🍎 Happy World Teachers Day! 🍎
Today, we celebrate the amazing educators at Dooly County Schools who inspire, encourage, and empower our students every single day. Our teachers go above and beyond to make learning exciting, nurture young minds, and help shape the future.
To every teacher who plans lessons late into the night, who celebrates every victory, and who never gives up on a student—THANK YOU! Your passion and dedication make a lasting impact that goes far beyond the classroom.
We appreciate you today and every day!
#DoolyUnited #WorldTeachersDay #ThankATeacher #EducationMatters
Today, we celebrate the amazing educators at Dooly County Schools who inspire, encourage, and empower our students every single day. Our teachers go above and beyond to make learning exciting, nurture young minds, and help shape the future.
To every teacher who plans lessons late into the night, who celebrates every victory, and who never gives up on a student—THANK YOU! Your passion and dedication make a lasting impact that goes far beyond the classroom.
We appreciate you today and every day!
#DoolyUnited #WorldTeachersDay #ThankATeacher #EducationMatters
😊 Happy World Smile Day! 😊
Today, we're spreading kindness and positivity throughout Dooly County Schools! A simple smile can brighten someone's day, lift spirits, and create a welcoming atmosphere for everyone.
Let's make the world a better place—one smile at a time! Share your smiles with classmates, teachers, and staff today.
What made YOU smile today? Share in the comments! ⬇️
#DoolyUnited #WorldSmileDay #SpreadKindness #ChooseJoy
Today, we're spreading kindness and positivity throughout Dooly County Schools! A simple smile can brighten someone's day, lift spirits, and create a welcoming atmosphere for everyone.
Let's make the world a better place—one smile at a time! Share your smiles with classmates, teachers, and staff today.
What made YOU smile today? Share in the comments! ⬇️
#DoolyUnited #WorldSmileDay #SpreadKindness #ChooseJoy
📢 **Dooly County Families!** 📢
Today’s the day for parent-teacher conferences, so students will be heading home early! Then it’s time to celebrate—we’re officially on Fall Break! 🍂🎉
Enjoy a wonderful week off with your families, and we’ll see all our students back bright and ready on Monday, October 13th!
Have an amazing Fall Break, Dooly County! 🍁✨
🧹✨ Happy National Custodian Appreciation Day! ✨🧹
Today, we celebrate the hardworking custodians who keep Dooly County Schools clean, safe, and welcoming every single day. From sparkling hallways to sanitized classrooms, our custodial team works tirelessly behind the scenes to create the best learning environment for our students and staff.
Thank you for all you do! Your dedication doesn't go unnoticed.
#DoolyUnited #CustodianAppreciationDay #ThankYou #SchoolHeroes
Today, we celebrate the hardworking custodians who keep Dooly County Schools clean, safe, and welcoming every single day. From sparkling hallways to sanitized classrooms, our custodial team works tirelessly behind the scenes to create the best learning environment for our students and staff.
Thank you for all you do! Your dedication doesn't go unnoticed.
#DoolyUnited #CustodianAppreciationDay #ThankYou #SchoolHeroes
🎉🎂 Happy Birthday, Dr. Sherrod Willaford! 🎂🎉
Today, we celebrate our amazing Superintendent! Thank you for your outstanding leadership, dedication, and commitment to making Dooly County Schools the best it can be. Your vision and passion for our students and staff inspire us all every day!
Wishing you a wonderful birthday filled with joy, laughter, and all the things that make you smile!
#DoolyUnited #HappyBirthday #LeadershipMatters
🎉 Happy National Principals Month! 🎉
This October, we’re celebrating the incredible leaders who guide our schools with dedication, vision, and heart. Our principals work tirelessly to create positive learning environments where every student can thrive.
Please join us in thanking:
📚 **Dr. Hollie Walters** - K-8 Academy Principal
📚 **Alvin Williams** - Dooly County High School Principal
Thank you for your unwavering commitment to our students, staff, and community. Your leadership makes all the difference!
#DoolyUnited #PrincipalsMonth #ThankYouPrincipals #EducationLeaders
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📚 **Early Dismissal Alert** 📚
All Dooly County Schools will dismiss early on Friday, October 3rd for Parent Teacher Conferences.
We look forward to meeting with families to discuss student progress!
#DoolyCountySchools #ParentTeacherConferences #EarlyDismissal #DoolyUnited
📚 **Early Dismissal Alert** 📚
All Dooly County Schools will dismiss early on Friday, October 3rd for Parent Teacher Conferences.
We look forward to meeting with families to discuss student progress!
#DoolyCountySchools #ParentTeacherConferences #EarlyDismissal #DoolyUnited
📚 **Calling All Bobcat Families!** 📚
Come out and support our friends at Get Dooly Reading as they celebrate a historic moment—Dooly County's FIRST Little Library Park Designation!
📍 City Hall, Pinehurst
📅 Wednesday, October 9th
🕡 6:30 PM
This is just the beginning! While this will be the first Little Library in our county, more are coming soon. Let's show our Bobcat pride and community spirit as we dedicate this special Little Library and help stock it with books for everyone to enjoy.
See you there! 🐾
#BobcatStrong #GetDoolyReading #LittleLibrary #CommunitySupport #Pinehurst #DoolyCounty #DoolyUnited
Come out and support our friends at Get Dooly Reading as they celebrate a historic moment—Dooly County's FIRST Little Library Park Designation!
📍 City Hall, Pinehurst
📅 Wednesday, October 9th
🕡 6:30 PM
This is just the beginning! While this will be the first Little Library in our county, more are coming soon. Let's show our Bobcat pride and community spirit as we dedicate this special Little Library and help stock it with books for everyone to enjoy.
See you there! 🐾
#BobcatStrong #GetDoolyReading #LittleLibrary #CommunitySupport #Pinehurst #DoolyCounty #DoolyUnited
DCHS Achieves 91.3% Graduation Rate, Exceeds State Average
Graduation rates for the state of Georgia have just been released, and the Dooly County High School Class of 2025 graduation rate is 91.3 percent, which is a slight increase from the 2024 graduation rate of 90.9 percent. Dooly County High School’s graduation rate has exceeded the state of Georgia graduation rate (87.2%) again for the sixth consecutive year. The school system reflects an 88.5% graduation rate when Prep Academy, the district’s alternative education program, is included in the formula.
DCHS Principal Alvin Williams states, “The 2025 graduation rate shows that our staff is committed to ensuring our students receive their diplomas, which will give them an opportunity to pursue postsecondary education, enlist in the military, or enter directly into the workforce. We are trending in the right direction.”
“We take immense pride in our student-scholars and their achievements," states Dr. Sherrod Willaford, Dooly County Schools Superintendent. “This graduation rate reflects the dedication of our incredible scholars, their families, our faculty and staff, community, and business partners, all striving for excellence together. As the graduation rate continues to rise, we draw closer to ensuring our goal of student achievement and success for every student-scholar.”
The graduation rate is calculated by using the number of students who graduate within four years from the time they enter high school as freshmen. It also includes adjustments for student transfers.
Graduation rates for the state of Georgia have just been released, and the Dooly County High School Class of 2025 graduation rate is 91.3 percent, which is a slight increase from the 2024 graduation rate of 90.9 percent. Dooly County High School’s graduation rate has exceeded the state of Georgia graduation rate (87.2%) again for the sixth consecutive year. The school system reflects an 88.5% graduation rate when Prep Academy, the district’s alternative education program, is included in the formula.
DCHS Principal Alvin Williams states, “The 2025 graduation rate shows that our staff is committed to ensuring our students receive their diplomas, which will give them an opportunity to pursue postsecondary education, enlist in the military, or enter directly into the workforce. We are trending in the right direction.”
“We take immense pride in our student-scholars and their achievements," states Dr. Sherrod Willaford, Dooly County Schools Superintendent. “This graduation rate reflects the dedication of our incredible scholars, their families, our faculty and staff, community, and business partners, all striving for excellence together. As the graduation rate continues to rise, we draw closer to ensuring our goal of student achievement and success for every student-scholar.”
The graduation rate is calculated by using the number of students who graduate within four years from the time they enter high school as freshmen. It also includes adjustments for student transfers.
🌸 CONGRATULATIONS to DCHS Student Jacqueline Monreal! 🌸
Our talented student placed 4th out of 31 contestants at the Area Floral Design Career Development Event - the highest placement anyone can remember from Dooly County High School!
Jacqueline came incredibly close to 1st place, missing it by just 8 points. What an outstanding achievement and representation of our school!
We are so proud of your hard work, dedication, and exceptional talent, Jacky!
#DoolyCountySchools #ProudMoment #FloralDesign #StudentSuccess #Excellence
🎣 **Reminder: Community Fishing Tomorrow!** 🎣
Don't forget - the DCHS Pond will be open for Community Fishing TOMORROW (Saturday, September 27th) from 8 AM - 12 PM. Bring your gear and enjoy a morning by the water!
Questions? Contact Mr. Teeple.
#CommunityFishing #DCHS #FishingDay #SaturdayFun #DoolyUnited
Don't forget - the DCHS Pond will be open for Community Fishing TOMORROW (Saturday, September 27th) from 8 AM - 12 PM. Bring your gear and enjoy a morning by the water!
Questions? Contact Mr. Teeple.
#CommunityFishing #DCHS #FishingDay #SaturdayFun #DoolyUnited
Yesterday, DCHS Seniors Kaleb Green and Shamari Webb represented our school as members of the Chatt-Flint RESA Student Advisory Council during an incredible visit to the State School Board and Georgia Capitol.
Our students had the opportunity to:
✅ Meet with state school board members
✅ Participate in a Q&A session with State Superintendent Richard Woods
✅ Share lunch and discussions with state representatives
What an amazing experience for these young leaders to see democracy in action and have their voices heard at the state level! We’re so proud of Kaleb and Shamari for representing Dooly County with excellence.
#DoolyCountyProud #DoolyUnited #StudentLeadership #GeorgiaEducation #FutureLeaders #ChattFlintRESA
💜 Wear Purple Tomorrow!
September is Suicide Prevention Month, and Dooly County Schools stands united in support of mental health awareness.
Tomorrow, September 24th, we invite ALL students, faculty, and staff to wear purple to show that we care and that help is always available.
Together, we can create a community where everyone feels supported and valued. Let's paint our schools purple! 💜
#SuicidePreventionMonth #WearPurple #DoolyCountySchools #YouAreNotAlone
September is Suicide Prevention Month, and Dooly County Schools stands united in support of mental health awareness.
Tomorrow, September 24th, we invite ALL students, faculty, and staff to wear purple to show that we care and that help is always available.
Together, we can create a community where everyone feels supported and valued. Let's paint our schools purple! 💜
#SuicidePreventionMonth #WearPurple #DoolyCountySchools #YouAreNotAlone
📖✨ It's an EXCITING Day at Dooly County Schools! ✨📖
Today, September 22nd, is GEORGIA READS DAY!!! 🎉
Join us in celebrating this amazing statewide celebration of reading!
Parents, please encourage your students to: ✅ Read actively during this time ✅ Record in their reading logs ✅ Write summaries of what they read ✅ Log their reading minutes on Beanstack
Let's make reading a priority today and every day!
🔗 Learn more: https://georgiareads.org/
#DoolyCountySchools #DoolyUnited #GeorgiaReadsDay #ReadingMatters #LiteracyForAll #GAReads
