Dooly County K-8 Academy

📚✨ AUGUST PARENT NEWSLETTER ✨📚
Parents and families! Our August newsletter is coming home with students this week and is packed with important information you won't want to miss!
📅 What's Inside:
Important dates for the month
Upcoming events and activities
Key announcements and reminders
Resources to support your child's success
Please take a few minutes to review all the details when your student brings it home. Your involvement and awareness help make our school community stronger!
Questions? Don't hesitate to reach out to the main office.
#BuildingAFoundationOfExcellence #ParentNewsletter #August2025 #SchoolCommunity #ParentEngagement

🎒📚 Back to School Reminder for Dooly County Families! 📚🎒
As we prepare for the new school year, now is the perfect time to ensure your child is up to date with all required immunizations!
Two convenient options for your family:
🏥 AAPHC Clinic at Dooly County K-8
📅 Starting July 31st
🕰️ Monday-Thursday: 7:30am-4:30pm
🕰️ Friday: 7:30am-2:30pm
🏥 Dooly County Health Department
📅 Walk-ins welcome Monday-Friday
🕰️ 8:30am-4:30pm
📞 Direct line: 229-268-4725
Don't wait until the last minute! Getting immunizations taken care of early ensures a smooth start to the school year. Let's start the school year strong and protected!
#DoolyUnited #BackToSchool #StudentHealth #SchoolReadiness

Let's get ready for Open House!

Thank you to the Dooly County Sheriff's Department for their contribution and donation to help improve literacy in our school.

🚨 It’s almost that time!🔔 Come out and join us as we celebrate the start of a wonderful, new school year at Dooly County K-8 Academy!!! 🐾
#ReadAndShare

📚 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!