Parents, We Need Your Partnership!
Dooly County Schools is committed to helping families keep students safe in today’s digital world. Join Parent ProTech, a free webinar series designed to provide practical tools and resources for navigating technology, promoting digital wellness, and protecting children online.
These sessions will also help families better understand Georgia Senate Bill 351 (SB351) and its impact on students and schools.
Upcoming Webinars
June 25
Registration: https://url.gadoe.org/qw7kf
July 13
Registration: https://url.gadoe.org/zoaia
Together, we can create a safer, healthier online environment for every child.
Register today and join us in supporting our students and families!
📚🌊 Catch the Reading Wave! 🌊📚
The wait is over! Join Dooly K-8 Academy for our Catch the Reading Wave Book Distribution Day and get everything you need for a summer full of reading adventures!
🗓 Tuesday, June 23, 2026
🕐 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
📍 Distribution Locations:
📚 Vienna Square
📚 Unadilla Community Center Parking Lot
📚 Downtown Lilly
📚 Byromville Library
📚 Pinehurst Square
Students will receive:
📖 Free books
📝 Reading logs
🔖 Reading bookmarks
Whether you’re reading 10 books (Grades K–2) or 600–800 minutes (Grades 3–8), this is your chance to get started on an exciting summer reading journey!
🌟 Don’t forget! Students who complete the summer reading challenge or Summer Bridge Workbook will be invited to our Catch the Reading Wave Celebration on Wednesday, July 22, 2026, from 12:00–3:00 PM at Dooly K-8 Academy!
Let’s make this a summer of learning, imagination, and fun—one book at a time!
#CatchTheReadingWave #DoolyK8Academy #BuildingAFoundationOfExcellence #SummerReading #ReadersBecomeLeaders #BobcatPride
Help Shape the Future of Dooly K-8 Academy!
Dooly K-8 Academy is seeking dedicated community partners to serve on our K-8 School Council for the 2026–2027 school year.
The School Council plays an important role in supporting student achievement, strengthening school-community partnerships, and providing valuable input to help our school continue to grow and excel.
Whether you are a business owner, faith-based leader, community member, or simply someone who is passionate about education, we would love to have your voice at the table!
If you are interested in serving, please complete the attached interest form please contact the school.
Together, we can continue Building a Foundation of Excellence for every Bobcat!
🌟 Calling All Dooly K-8 Academy Parents! 🌟
We're looking for enthusiastic parents to help make the 2026–2027 school year our best yet by joining the Dooly K-8 Academy Parent-Teacher Organization (PTO)!
Your voice, ideas, and support can make a lasting difference for our students, teachers, and school community. Whether you can volunteer a little or a lot, we'd love to have you on our team!
✅ Interested in serving on the PTO?
📞 Contact the school at 229-645-3421 for more information.
📅 A PTO Planning Meeting will be held in July 2026. Additional details will be shared with all interested parents.
Together, we can strengthen the partnership between home and school and make the 2026–2027 school year one to remember!
❤️💛 Join us and help make a difference at Dooly K-8 Academy!
#DoolyK8Academy #BobcatPride #ParentPower #PTO #BuildingAFoundationOfExcellence
GASSP School Improvement Writing Camp – Plan Like a Champion!
Members of our leadership team joined school leaders from across Georgia at the GASSP School Improvement Writing Camp to engage in meaningful planning, collaboration, and goal setting focused on student achievement and continuous improvement.
Over the past two days, we dug deep into data, refined strategies, and developed action plans that will help move our school and district forward.
Focused on improvement.
Committed to growth.
Dedicated to excellence.
As we continue this journey, one thing is certain…
“Ain’t No Stoppin’ Us Now… We’re on the Move!”
⭐ Report Cards Have Been Mailed Home! ⭐
Parents and Guardians,
Report cards for all students have been mailed and should arrive soon.
📊 Students in Grades 3–8:
Individual Georgia Milestones (GMAS) Score Reports have also been mailed home and are included with your child's report card information.
📞 Questions?
Please contact your child's school if you have any questions regarding report cards, GMAS scores, promotion, retention, or placement decisions.
🏫 Dooly County K-8 Academy
Building a Foundation of Excellence
Update: Please note that tomorrow's Dooly County 21st Century Community Learning Centers Parent Meeting has been rescheduled for Thursday, May 28th, at 5 p.m. at the Dooly K-8 Academy.
✅ Free Health Screenings
✅ Wellness Education
✅ Community Resources
No cost, no appointment — just come out and take charge of your health! Bring the whole family. 💙
🎓✨ Dooly K-8 Academy proudly presents the 8th Grade Promise to Graduate Honor Day Celebration! ✨🎓
Join us as we celebrate our amazing 8th grade students and their commitment to excellence, success, and their future goals! ❤️💛🐾
📍 Dooly County Middle School Gymnasium
📅 May 20, 2026
⏰ 5:00 P.M.
We are excited to recognize this special milestone as our students make their Promise to Graduate and continue their journey toward greatness! 🌟🎓
#DoolyUnited #BobcatPride #PromiseToGraduate #8thGradeCelebration #FutureGraduates #DoolyK8Academy
📅 Thursday, May 21, 2026
⏰ 1:00 PM
📍 DCMS Gymnasium
Join us as we recognize and celebrate our students as they complete this chapter and prepare for an exciting new journey ahead! ❤️💛🐾
👔 Student Attire: Please wear black and white.
#DoolyK8Academy #DoolyUnited #5thGradeTransition #BuildingAFoundationOfExcellence #MovingForward
DCMS Sports Banquet – You’re Invited!
Join us as we celebrate our incredible student-athletes and a season of hard work, dedication, and success!
Date: May 7, 2026 (Thursday)
Time: 6:00 PM (Doors open at 5:30 PM)
Location: DCES Cafeteria
Important Details:
Student-athletes will bring home an RSVP letter on Monday, April 27, 2026.
DCMS Student-Athletes eat FREE
Ages 0–3: Free
Ages 4–12: $5.00
Ages 13 & up: $10.00
Payment: May pay in advance or at the door
Cash only, please
Let’s come together to honor our Bobcat athletes and celebrate a great year!
Please see the key dates and events for Spring 2026 at DCK8!
📣 Dooly K-8 Academy GMAS Testing – Spring 2026 📣
Testing season is here, and our Bobcats are ready to shine! 🐾✨ Please review the schedule below and help us ensure a smooth and successful testing experience for all students.
🗓 GMAS Testing Dates:
• April 21–23: ELA (Grades 3–8)
• April 28–29: Math (Grades 3–8)
• April 30: Science (Grades 5 & 8 only)
• May 1: Social Studies (Grade 8 only)
⏰ Testing Time: 8:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. daily
🚫 Important Reminders:
No cell phones, SMART glasses, or electronic devices are allowed during testing unless medically required.
📝 Make-Up Testing Dates:
• April 26
• April 29
• May 6 (Final Make-Up Day)
Let’s work together to support our students—ensure they are present, on time, and ready to do their very best! 💪📚
#DCK8 #GMAS2026 #BobcatStrong #ExcellenceInAction 🐾
School Board Appreciation Week – Dooly County Schools
During the third week of March, we proudly recognize the dedicated members of the Dooly County Board of Education who serve as the Governance team for our district.
These leaders give their time, wisdom, and commitment to ensure that every student in Dooly County Schools has access to quality educational opportunities.
We extend our sincere appreciation to the members of our leadership team:
• Ms. Miranda Barron – Board Chair
• Ms. Sherri Taylor – Board Vice-Chair
• Mr. Michael Bowens – Board Member
• Mr. Norman Dexter, Sr. – Board Member
• Dr. Sherrod Williford – Superintendent
Thank you for your leadership, vision, and unwavering support of our students, faculty, staff, and community. Your service helps strengthen the future of Bobcat Nation!
Join us in celebrating and thanking our Board of Education this week! Additionally, each day Dooly K-8 which highlight a board member.
