Dooly County K-8 Academy

📚 New School Year Prep! PreK Registration is Open 📚
As we gear up for another exciting school year, don't forget to register your little ones for PreK, spots are filling up FAST! ✨
📋 Check out our flyer for all required documents needed for registration.
📞 Have questions? We're here to help!
Ready to get started? Please see Ms. Renee Bowens or Mrs. Carla Mahone at DCK-8 Academy for a registration packet.
Let's make this school year amazing! 🎓
#DoolyCountySchools #PreKRegistration #NewSchoolYear #DCK8Academy #EarlyChildhood #SchoolRegistration

🏫 Back to School Reminder! 🏫
School is starting soon! Please create your Parent Portal account for the upcoming school year to update your family's information.
📍 Need help? We're here for you:

Visit us at the school daily from 9 AM - 3 PM
Find us at the Back to School Bashes in Vienna and Unadilla
Visit us during Open House

Having your information current in the Parent Portal helps us keep you connected and informed throughout the school year. Questions? Stop by and we'll help you get set up!
#BackToSchool #ParentPortal #SchoolYear2025 #ParentResources

CALLING ALL FOOTBALL PARENTS! 🏈
Is your child interested in playing football this year? Join us for an important informational meeting!
📅 When: Wednesday, July 9, 2025
🕕 Time: 6:00 PM
📍 Where: DCMS Gymnasium
We'll be answering all your questions about this year's football program, including schedules, requirements, and what to expect for the upcoming season.
⚠️ IMPORTANT REMINDER: Your child MUST have a current physical on file to participate in ANY football activities (practices, games, etc.). Please make sure physicals are up to date before the season begins.
Can't wait to see you there! Let's make this a great football season! 🏆
#DoolyCountySchools #DCMSFootball2025 #ParentMeeting

🚌📚 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

🚨 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

Important Update for Parents! 📚📝 As customary, report cards and GMAS scores for students in grades 3-8 will be mailed home next week. Please keep an eye out for them in the mail. If you haven't received them by the first week of June, please don't hesitate to contact us.

Important Update for Parents! As customary, report cards and GMAS scores for students in grades 3-8 will be mailed home next week. Please keep an eye out for them in the mail. If you haven't received them by the first week of June, please don't hesitate to contact us.

📢 ATTENTION DOOLY COUNTY K8 PARENTS! 📢 We need YOUR feedback before the survey closes! We're working to transform learning for our scholars, and your input is essential to this process. Please take a moment to complete our important survey by Friday, May 23rd at 6:00 PM. Complete the survey here: https://tinyurl.com/DoolySFLeaps79 Or scan the QR code in our printed materials. Your input helps shape our school's future! Thank you for your participation.

Dooly County Schools Superintendent, Dr. Sherrod Willaford, presented reading incentive prizes to the students in Ms. Desiree Lowe's kindergarten class on Monday, May 19, 2025. The class has read 1,000 plus minutes since March. The school system reading initiative runs throughout the year for students, faculty/staff and community members to read a total of 10,000 minutes.

📢 ATTENTION DOOLY COUNTY K8 PARENTS! 📢 We need YOUR feedback! We're working to transform learning for our scholars, and your input is essential to this process. Please take a moment to complete our important survey by Thursday, May 23rd at 6:00 PM. Complete the survey here: https://tinyurl.com/DoolySFLeaps79 Or scan the QR code in our printed materials. Your input helps shape our school's future! Thank you for your participation.

Reminder of theMiddle School Ball for middle school students tonight. We can't wait to see you this evening!!! Line up is at 5:15 PM. The ball is from 6-8 PM. It's an All Black Affair! See you then!

The Dooly County School System Technology Department is pleased to announce that Ms. Freda Small has been selected as the fourth Technology Integration Champion for Dooly County Schools! Ms. Small earned this recognition for her willingness to try integrating new technology strategies in the classroom to engage and inspire her students. Congratulations, Ms. Small, and thank you for your commitment to advancing education through technology!

The annual Dooly County Middle School Ball is this Saturday, May 17th, 2025. Please purchase your ticket no later than Friday!!! If your child wants his/her name on the ballot for prince or princess, they must post by Thursday!!!!! The lineup is 5:15 p.m. in the gym. The dance is 6-8 p.m.

Get Ready to Celebrate Athletic Excellence! 🎉🏆 Join us for the DCSS Annual Sports Banquet! Let's honor our outstanding student-athletes, coaches, and teams! 🏈🏀 Please see the flyer below! #DCSSAthleticExcellence #StudentAthletes

Please see GMAS Spring Retest Dates. Retest of Georgia Milestones Assessment will take place for students needing to retest in the following grades and subjects: 3rd Grade ELA 5th Grade ELA and Math 8th Grade ELA and Math *Letters need to be sent home to parents/guardians of students needing to retest.

Happy Teacher Appreciation Week!

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

May Parent Newsletter

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.