Dooly County High School

Greetings Bobcat Family, The DCHS Boys' Soccer Team has advanced in playoffs and will be traveling to Lake Oconee Academy on Tuesday in their quest to continue to advance in the playoffs. In order to provide a fan bus, we will have to secure at minimum 20 reservations. Please email me immediately at rodney.mcbride@dooly.k12.ga.us if you would like to reserve a seat on the bus. The cost is $10 and only covers transportation. Best, Dr. Rodney McBride

Please join tomorrow, May 1st at 10:00AM in the gymnasium to celebrate the class of 2025 as they share their future plans with us! The community is invited!

FYI: Christ Chapel Unadilla, located at 400 Jeannette Street, will open their pantry on May 17th and May 31st from 10 a.m. to 12 noon. They will hold a food drive on May 9th starting at 11 a.m.

Class of 2025, the Cap & Gown ordering deadline ends this week!

As the school year winds down, we're excited to announce our FREE Summer Meals program for all kids 18 & under! Available the ENTIRE month of June! ***Two convenient options: Non-Congregate Site at Dooly County High School (715 3rd Street, Vienna) - MONDAYS ONLY starting at 10AM (Parent/Guardian pickup available) Congregate Site at Dooly County K-8 Academy (11949 US-41, Pinehurst) - Monday through Friday with breakfast (8-8:30AM) and lunch (10:30-11AM) No registration needed - just show up! First come, first served. Questions? Contact Dooly County School Nutrition at (229) 268-4761.

🏁 LEADERBOARD UPDATE! 🏁 The competition is FIERCE in our 25 in 2025 Reading Challenge! Our leaderboard has just been refreshed with the latest stats! Some readers are pulling ahead, but this race is FAR from over! 📚💨 Every minute counts as we sprint toward that 2,500-minute finish line! Check out where you stand and gear up to climb those rankings! The championship prizes are still waiting for our top performers! Don't let that reading momentum slow down! Chase that goal like a true champion! Your name could be lighting up the top of our next leaderboard update! #DoolyReadsToWin #ComebackSeason #25in2025 #ReadingChampions

Bobcat Parents - We Need Your Feedback! Your input matters! The Georgia Department of Education is conducting their annual Special Education Parent Survey, and your responses help shape the services and support our students receive. Please take a few minutes to complete this important survey: https://survey.gadoe.org/SPEDParentSurvey Your feedback directly impacts the quality of special education services in our school and across Georgia. All responses are confidential and will be used to improve programs for our students. Thank you for your participation and continued support of our Bobcat community! #BobcatPride #ParentFeedback

Please support the band by coming out and enjoying the smooth jazz tunes of our very own students.

Don't miss out, Dooly County! Our much-anticipated Community Literacy Night is happening THIS Wednesday, April 9th from 5:30-7:00 PM at the Dooly County Recreation Department! Remember, former NFL player and literacy champion Malcolm Mitchell will be joining us, and we will have bounce houses, games, food (while supplies last) and tons of family fun! Mark your calendars and make plans to attend this special evening celebrating the joy of reading in our community. See you there!

What an incredible day at DCHS! The DCCA College and Career Fair Scavenger Hunt was a big success. Students eagerly explored opportunities while connecting with amazing representatives from colleges, businesses, and branches of the military. A special THANK YOU to all our vendors who generously shared their time, knowledge, and resources with our students. Your participation made this event truly meaningful and helped our students envision their future pathways.

SPRING BREAK REMINDER 🌴 All Dooly County Schools will be CLOSED next week for Spring Break! Time to unplug, recharge, and make some amazing memories! We can't wait to welcome everyone back refreshed and ready to learn on Monday, April 7th! Wishing all our amazing students, dedicated staff, and wonderful families a fantastic and fun-filled break! ☀️🎉

100 CAREER GOALS!!! Senior captain Eunise Reyes has reached the 100-goal milestone in her high school career!!! We’re extremely proud of Eunise for her hard work & dedication in achieving this accomplishment. Not many can say they scored 100 goals in their high school career, again congratulations Eunise!

Central Georgia Tech: Your Perfect Match!?🎓✨ Attention Dooly County High School Seniors! Central Georgia Technical College is ready to be YOUR match for high-demand careers without the 4-year degree price tag! 🔍 Fast-growing careers 💰 Low-cost education 🚀 Support for your educational journey Claim your spot at CGTC by visiting **www.GAFutures.org** today! Don't miss this opportunity to bring your Titan Spirit home to a college that truly serves OUR community. See your school counselor TODAY for more information about how to get matched with Central Georgia Technical College and start your path to success!

Parents, Your Voice Matters! We're seeking your valuable input on our school's Title I program. Please take a moment to: Watch the attached presentation about our Title I initiatives. https://tinyurl.com/mpakb48n Complete our brief survey sharing your thoughts and suggestions https://tinyurl.com/mpakb48n Your feedback directly influences how we allocate resources and support our students. Every response helps us create the best possible learning environment for your children. The survey only takes a few minutes to complete, but its impact lasts all year long. Thank you for partnering with us in your child's education!

# ATTENTION DOOLY COUNTY FAMILIES! 📣 ## 🔬 STEM NIGHT is TONIGHT! 🔬 Get excited! Join us TONIGHT, MARCH 18 from 5:00-6:30 PM for an incredible evening of discovery and fun! Share your thoughts at our Title I meeting, jump into fantastic hands-on STEM activities, and create unforgettable memories with your family! This amazing event welcomes ALL Dooly County students and families (K-12)! Bring your curiosity and enthusiasm as we experiment, build, and explore the wonders of science, technology, engineering, and math together! Don't miss this chance to watch STEM come alive right before your eyes! Tonight's the night to spark imagination and inspire our future innovators! See you there!

The DCHS Pond will be open to the community on Saturday, March 22nd from 8 a.m. until noon.

Parents of students in Grades 9-11 if your child is interested in learning more about a career in Industrial Maintenance we will touring the KIA Plant in Point, GA on March 24th. If you would like your child to attend, please email Dr. Monica Kearse at monica.kearse@dooly.k12.ga.us or Mrs. Stephanie Smith at stephanie.smith@dooly.k12.ga.us. The deadline for interest responses is Monday, March 17th.

Parents, We are asking that you would take about 5-10 minutes of your time and complete the Climate survey below: https://survey.gadoe.org/FM?sid=427CE3BB Your participation and input are greatly appreciated. Best, Dr. Rodney McBride

JRs and SRs, save the Date for the DCHS Prom on April 19th. The theme will be "Masquerade Under the Stars".

DCHS will recognize 2nd 9 weeks scholars' academic achievements on Thursday, March 6, 8:45 a.m. in the school gym.