2013 - 2014
student and parent An in-depth look at programs, services, and other important information from your Douglas County Public School System.
Douglas County School System PUBLISHED BY CHAPEL HILL NEWS & VIEWS
Mission The mission of the Douglas County School System is to provide a quality education for all students in a safe, supportive environment.
VISION Our vision is to build a community of lifelong learners that become responsible individuals, independent thinkers, and productive citizens.
GOALS • To improve community engagement and involvement in district initiatives and decision making • To enhance and improve school district communication strategies and practices • To provide a challenging, comprehensive instructional and curricular program for all learners
BELIEFS We believe that we must. . . • Understand how children and adults learn and continue learning. • Build communities of lifelong learners. • Cultivate the leadership potential of every employee, student, and parent in our school system. • Be creative, energetic visionaries who respond quickly to diverse and evolving issues. • Meet the needs of our stakeholders (students, parents, employees and community). • Maintain efficient and effective administrative processes for instruction, operations, human resources and sound fiscal management.
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Athletics................................................................................pg. 63 After School Programs.........................................................pg. 65 Attendance Policy.................................................................pg. 10 Bus Conduct Rules......................................................pgs. 18 - 21 Cafeteria Information...........................................................pg. 65 Calendar.................................................................................pg. 8 Dress Code...................................................................pg. 14 - 17 Elementary Schools.........................................................pg. 46 Annette Winn Elementary..............pg. 49 Arbor Station Elementary...............pg. 49 Beulah Elementary..........................pg. 50 Bill Arp Elementary.........................pg. 50 Bright Star Elementary....................pg. 51 Burnett Elementary.........................pg. 52 Chapel Hill Elementary...................pg. 52 Dorsett Shoals Elementary.............pg. 53 Eastside Elementary........................pg. 54 Factory Shoals Elementary..............pg. 54 Holly Springs Elementary................pg. 56 Lithia Springs Elementary................pg. 56 Mason Creek Elementary...............pg. 57 Mirror Lake Elementary..................pg. 58 Mt. Carmel Elementary...................pg. 58 New Manchester Elementary.........pg. 59 North Douglas Elementary.............pg. 60 South Douglas Elementary..............pg. 60 Sweetwater Elementary..................pg. 61 Winston Elementary........................pg. 62 Family Education Rights & Privacy Act.........................pg. 30 - 32 General Information.............................................................pg. 22 Health Matters.....................................................................pg. 68 High Schools.....................................................................pg. 34 Alexander High...............................pg. 35 Chapel Hill High..............................pg. 35 College & Career Institute..............pg. 36 Douglas County High......................pg. 36 Lithia Springs High...........................pg. 37 New Manchester High....................pg. 38 Performance Learning Center.........pg. 38 Members of the Board of Education.....................................pg. 6 Mentoring.............................................................................pg. 66 Middle Schools.................................................................pg. 40 Chapel Hill Middle...........................pg. 41 Chestnut Log Middle.......................pg. 41 Factory Shoals Middle.....................pg. 42 Fairplay Middle................................pg. 42 Mason Creek Middle......................pg. 43 Stewart Middle................................pg. 44 Turner Middle..................................pg. 46 Yeager Middle..................................pg. 46 Partners in Education...........................................................pg. 23 Public Education Trust..................................................pg. 68 - 69 Phone Directory...........................................................pg. 12 - 13 Random Drug Testing..........................................................pg. 28 Registration..........................................................................pg. 24 Safety & Emergency Preparedness......................................pg. 26 School Closings....................................................................pg. 62 Student Discipline................................................................pg. 64 Superintendent Article...........................................................pg. 4 Teachers of the Year.............................................................pg. 67 Testing Calendar...................................................................pg. 29 Advertiser Directory.....................................................pg. 71 - 72
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From the Superintendent Parent Involvement, A Key to Our Students’ Success By Dr. Gordon Pritz, Superintendent The start of a new school year
• Stay in Touch with Teachers. Better relationships and
is always an exciting time for stu-
communication with your children’s teacher/s results when
dents, parents, staff and communi-
parents are in contact and involved. Your child’s teacher
ty. All of these groups are intrinsically
should always be your first contact whenever you have a
linked. One seldom succeeds if the others fail. To help students reach academic success, our schools need families as well as community supporters to be involved in the education of students. Our school system strives to help every student meet high expectations and reach their full potential. It is essential we keep that goal at the forefront of our work with students each year. While we promise to have a highly qualified teacher working with our students, we know that teachers cannot do the job alone. Involved parents make a substantial difference in the academic life and future of their children and in our school and community. There are many ways you as a parent can actively and constructively help your children do their best in school. It may not be enough to nag them about homework. Here are a few ways to really help them out: • Teach your child to love learning. Help them understand that learning is a way of life for adults as well as students and is not just about making a grade for a test. Take part in educational activities with your children beyond the school day whenever possible. • Get Involved. Parent involvement is the key to academic success for children. It shows your children that you are really interested in what they do. Involvement also provides rewards for parents including the opportunity to closely monitor their children’s performance as well as recognize and address any difficulty children may have in school.
SCHOOL HOURS
question about progress or any concern. • Help Your Child be Organized. Map out assignments and help your child plan ahead. Big assignments can be broken into manageable parts that your child can accomplish. • Family Meals are Important. Children whose families eat together generally have better literacy rates. • Keep Progress in Mind. Not all children learn at the same rate. Steady improvement is as important as the end grade. • Expect a Lot. High expectations give children a reason to work harder and achieve more. These are only a few of the many ways parents can directly impact their child’s academic success. I encourage parents to have effective relationships with teachers that are built on mutual trust and cooperation. These relationships will have a profound effect on how your children view the importance of school. Help children understand that you and their teachers are working together for their academic success. Relationships between parents and teachers play an important role in student improvement and the overall improvement of the school. I am very enthusiastic about the upcoming school year and look forward to working with students, parents, teachers, administrators, and the community. We will provide a challenging, comprehensive curriculum in a safe and supportive environment that enhances the learning process. Let’s all work together for the good of our kids! Sincerely,
Gordon Pritz
Elementary School Middle/High School
8:00-2:45* 8:30-3:30*
*Hours may vary – Please contact your school for additional information.
Employees, students and the general public are hereby notified that the Douglas County Board of Education does not discriminate on the basis of gender, race, color, religion, national origin, handicap or age in its education programs, activities or employment practices.
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Members of the Board of Education A five member elected board gov-
Haskell, District Four. Dr. Gordon Pritz is the
The Douglas County Board of Education is
Members of the Douglas County Board
erns the Douglas County School System.
Superintendent.
charged with the power of authority to main-
of Education have a combined total of 29
the public schools within its jurisdiction. The
current on training requirements for Board
tain, finance, and make policies to govern superintendent is appointed by the board and is charged with the responsibility of ad-
ministering the public school program of the Douglas County Board of Education.
years of service at the end of 2013. All are members in Georgia. Terms of Board mem-
bers began as follows: Chair Janet Kelley,
2011; Vice Chair Jeff Morris, 2009; Carol
Lindstrom, 2013; D.T. Jackson, 2011; and Dr.
title. The prestigious award honors achievement and pursuit of higher standards in the local governance of public schools. Regular meetings of the Board are scheduled on the first and third Monday of each month (with exceptions) in the Board Room of the Central Office Administrative Building, 9030 Highway 5, Douglasville, Georgia. Exceptions to the regularly set dates are pri-
Sam Haskell, 1997.
marily based on school system holidays.
ley, District Three, Chair; Jeff Morris, District
first earned the “School Board of Distinc-
p.m., and then move directly into executive
One; D.T. Jackson, District Two; and Dr. Sam
Boards Association and continues to hold the
convened.
Members of the 2013 Board of Education
and their election districts are: Janet KelFive, Vice Chair; Carol Lindstrom, District
The Douglas County Board of Education
tion� status in 2010 from the Georgia School
Board meetings are called to order at 6:00 session. At 7:00 p.m. the public session is re-
Board Meetings
HELD THE FIRST & THIRD MONDAY OF EACH MONTH Central Office Administrative Building (9030 Highway 5)
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Official 2013-2014 School Calendar Aug. 7
First Student Day
Sept. 2 Holiday for All: System Closed
Sept. 6 Progress Report for Elementary and Middle School Students Sept. 18 ½ Day Early Release for All Students; 1/2 Day Prof. Learning Oct. 1
FTE Count
Apr. 30 Progress Report for Elementary and Middle School Students May 20, 21 ½ Day High School Early Release
May 22, 23 ½ Day Early Release for All Students
May 23 Last Student Day (90 Day Second Semester)
Oct. 10 End of Grading Period – Report Cards Issued Oct. 18
May 26 Holidays for All: System Closed
Oct. 30 ½ Day Early Release for All Students; 1/2 Day Prof. Learning
May 28 Furlough Day 3 for 190 Day Employees*
Oct. 11-14 Student Holidays/Staff Holidays (Except 240 Day Emp.)
May 27 Post Planning
Nov. 8
May 29 Furlough Day 2 for 190 Day Employees*
Progress Report for Elementary and Middle School Students
Nov. 25-29 Student Holidays/Staff Holidays (Except 240 Day Employees) Nov. 25 Furlough Day 3 for 240 Day Employees* Nov. 26 Furlough Day 2 for 240 Day Employees* Nov. 27-29 Holidays for All: System Closed
Dec. 20 Semester Ends (90 Day Semester)
Dec. 23-Jan. 2 Holidays for All: System Closed Jan. 3 Jan. 6
Student Holidays/Staff Holidays (Except 240 Day Employees) 190, 205, 210, 215 Employees Return
Jan. 7
Students Return, Second Semester Begins
Feb. 7
Progress Report for Elementary and Middle School Students
Jan. 20 Holiday for All: System Closed Feb. 13-17 Student Holiday/Staff Holiday (Except 240 Day Employees) Feb. 26 ½ Day Early Release for All Students; 1/2 Day Prof. Learning Mar. 6
FTE Count
Mar. 14 End of Grading Period – Report Cards Issued Mar. 21
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Apr. 7-11 Holidays for All: System Closed
May 30 Furlough Day 1 for 190 Day Employees* June 4 June 5 June 6 June 6
Furlough Day 3 for 205 Day Employees* Furlough Day 2 for 205 Day Employees* Furlough Day 1 for 205 Day Employees* Last Day for 205 Day Employees
June 11 Furlough Day 3 for 210 Day Employees* June 12 Furlough Day 2 for 210 Day Employees* June 13 Furlough Day 1 for 210 Day Employees* June 13 Last Day for 210 Day Employees
June 18 Furlough Day 1 for 215 Day Employees* June 19 Furlough Day 1 for 215 Day Employees* June 20 Furlough Day 1 for 215 Day Employees* June 20 Last Day for 215 Day Employees
Any designated Holiday, Holiday Period, or Teacher Day may be used as Make-Up Day(s) as needed. *May be used as furlough days as needed.
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Attendance Policy Increased educational accountability and changes in Georgia Law have led to a greater emphasis on school attendance. Outlined below is a summary of the attendance policy for the Douglas County School System for all stu-
physical examination for service in the armed
for these children which meets the require-
forces, mandating absence from school.
ments as set forth in law. Any student who is
4. Religious holidays, necessitating absence
from school.
5. Suspension from school or other actions
subject to compulsory education requirements and is deemed to be truant is subject to progressive disciplinary consequences. Students
dents in grades K-12. Please read carefully and
by the school system that prohibits a child
who accumulate more than 10 school days of
if you have questions, contact the principal of
from attending school for a period of time.
unexcused absences in any semester may be
your child’s school. Any time your child is absent or tardy to
6. One day for voter registration.
7. Students sent home from school with
ineligible for an instructional permit or driver’s license. Students who already possess an in-
school, you must provide within three days a
head lice will be excused for the day sent
structional permit or driver’s license may have
written excuse stating the reason for the stu-
home and one more day per occurrence. Any
such suspended (O.C.G.A. 40-4-22).
dent’s absence. After the 10th day of absence
additional absences will be unexcused.
due to illness, the excuse must come from a
8. Students will be counted present when
Any parent, guardian, or other person residing in this state who has control or charge
medical doctor. Students will be excused only
they are serving as pages of the Georgia Gen-
of a child or children enrolled in the Douglas
for the following reasons:
eral Assembly.
County School System who accumulates more
Students shall be in attendance for a mini-
than five (5) unexcused absences in violation
endangers the health of the student or others
mum of one-half of the required instructional
of the Compulsory Education Law, (O.C.G.A.
or conditions rendering attendance impos-
time to be counted as present for the entire
20-2-690.1) shall be guilty of a misdemeanor
sible or hazardous to student health or safety.
day.
and upon conviction thereof, shall be subject
1. Personal illness or attendance in school
2. A serious illness or death in a student’s
Every parent, guardian or other person re-
to a fine not less than $25.00 and not greater
immediate family necessitating absence from
siding in Georgia is required either to enroll
than $100.00, imprisonment not to exceed 30
school.
and send children in their care and charge, be-
days, community service or any combination
tween the ages of six and 16 to a public or pri-
of such penalties, at the discretion of the court
vate school or provide a home study program
having jurisdiction.
3. A court order or an order by a govern-
mental agency, including a pre-induction
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School Directory ALEXANDER HIGH
BURNETT ELEMENTARY
DORSETT SHOALS ELEMENTARY
ANNETTE WINN ELEMENTARY
CHAPEL HILL ELEMENTARY
DOUGLAS COUNTY HIGH
ARBOR STATION ELEMENTARY
CHAPEL HILL HIGH
6500 Alexander Parkway Douglasville, GA 30135 Nathan Hand, Principal - Grades: 9-12 770.651.6000 / FAX 770.920.4514 3536 Bankhead Highway Lithia Springs, GA 30122 Melanie Manley, Principal - Grades: K-5 770.651.3100 / FAX 770.732.5625 9999 Parkway South Douglasville, GA 30135 Melissa Joe, Principal - Grades K-5 770.651.3000 / FAX 770.651.3013
BEULAH ELEMENTARY
1150 Burnt Hickory Road Douglasville, GA 30134 Sheila Miller, Principal - Grades: K-5 770.651.3300 / FAX 770.920.4331
BILL ARP ELEMENTARY
6550 Alexander Parkway Douglasville, GA 30135 Julie Pierce, Principal - Grades: K-5 770.651.3200 / FAX 770.920.4213
BRIGHT STAR ELEMENTARY
6300 John West Road Douglasville, GA 30134 Dale McGill, Principal - Grades: K-5 770.651.3400 / FAX 770.920.4124
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8277 Connally Drive Douglasville, GA 30134 Dr. Marissa Ogando, Principal - Grades: K-5 770.651.3500 / FAX 770.920.4348 4433 Coursey Lake Road Douglasville, GA 30135 Robert Blevins, Principal - Grades: K-5 770.651.3600 / FAX 770.920.4254 4899 Chapel Hill Road Douglasville, GA 30135 Sean Kelly, Principal - Grades: 9-12 770.651.6200 / FAX 770.947.7512
CHAPEL HILL MIDDLE
5866 Dorsett Shoals Road Douglasville, GA 30135 Dr. Kacia Thompson, Principal - Grades: K-5 770.651.3700 / FAX 770.920.4263 8705 Campbellton Street Douglasville, GA 30134 Dr. Tim Scott, Principal - Grades: 9-12 770.651.6500 / FAX 770.920.4456
EASTSIDE ELEMENTARY
8266 Connally Drive Douglasville, GA 30134 Sean Roach, Principal - Grades: K-5 770.651.3800 / FAX 770.920.4086
3989 Chapel Hill Road Douglasville, GA 30135 Dr. Jolene Morris, Principal - Grades: 6-8 770.651.5000 / FAX 770.920.4242
FACTORY SHOALS ELEMENTARY
2544 Pope Road Douglasville, GA 30135 Dr. Nicole Hayes, Principal - Grades: 6-8 770.651.5100 / FAX 770.920.4557
FACTORY SHOALS MIDDLE
4600 Timber Ridge Drive, Building D Douglasville, GA 30135 Mandy Johnson, Director of College & Career Programs
FAIRPLAY MIDDLE
CHESTNUT LOG MIDDLE
COLLEGE AND CAREER INSTITUTE
770.947.7690 / FAX 770.947.3896
2375 Mount Vernon Road Lithia Springs, GA 30122 Tommy Shadinger, Principal - Grades: K-5 770.651.3900 / FAX 770.920.4377 3301 Shoals School Road Douglasville, GA 30135 Angela Carter, Principal - Grades: 6-8 770.651.5800 / FAX 770.920.4356 8311 Highway 166 Douglasville, GA 30135 Yvonne Kidney, Principal - Grades: 6-8 770.651.5300 / FAX 770.920.4599
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SCHOOL SYSTEM - 9030 Highway 5 | Douglasville, GA 30134 | Phone: 770.651.2000 | School Zones: 770.651.2400 HOLLY SPRINGS ELEMENTARY
4909 West Chapel Hill Road Douglasville, GA 30135 Dr. Stefanie Cosper, Principal - Grades: K-5 770.651.4000 / FAX 770.947.7615
LITHIA SPRINGS ELEMENTARY
6946 Florence Drive Lithia Springs, GA 30122 William Marchant, Principal - Grades: K-5 770.651.4100 / FAX 770.732.2699
LITHIA SPRINGS HIGH
2520 East County Line Road Lithia Springs, GA 30122 Dr. Garrick Askew, Principal - Grades: 9-12 770.651.6700 / FAX 770.732.2644
MASON CREEK ELEMENTARY
3400 Johnston Road Winston, GA 30187 Kathleen French, Principal - Grades K-5 770.651.4900 / FAX 770.920.4282
MASON CREEK MIDDLE
7777 Mason Creek Road Winston, GA 30187 Eric Collins, Principal - Grades 6-8 770.651.2500 FAX 770.920.4278
MIRROR LAKE ELEMENTARY
2613 Tyson Road Villa Rica, GA 30180 Susan Calderara, Principal - Grades: K-5 770.651.4300 / FAX 770.947.3842
MT. CARMEL ELEMENTARY
2356 Fairburn Road Douglasville, GA 30135 Dr. John McGill, Principal - Grades: K-5 770.651.4200 / FAX 770.920.4471
NEW MANCHESTER ELEMENTARY 2242 Old Lower River Road Douglasville, GA 30135 Alesia Stanley, Principal - Grades: K-5 770.651.4400 / FAX 770.947.3830
NEW MANCHESTER HIGH
4925 Highway 92/166 Douglasville, GA 30135 Connie Craft, Principal - Grades: 9-12 770.651.2700 / FAX 770.489.3192
NORTH DOUGLAS ELEMENTARY 1630 Dorris Road Douglasville, GA 30134 Fran Davis, Principal - Grades: K-5 770.651.4800 / FAX 770.920.4590
PERFORMANCE LEARNING CENTER
2300 Shoals School Road Douglasville, GA 30135 Dr. Donita Cullen, Academic Coordinator 770.651.6475 / FAX 770.651.6488
SOUTH DOUGLAS ELEMENTARY 8299 Highway 166 Douglasville, GA 30135 Casey Duffey, Principal - Grades: K-5 770.651.4500 / FAX 770.920.4477
STEWART MIDDLE 8138 Malone Street
Douglasville, GA 30134
Dewayne Jackson, Principal - Grades: 6-8 770.651.5400 / FAX 770.920.4229
SWEETWATER ELEMENTARY 2505 East County Line Road Lithia Springs, GA 30122
Dr. Teresa Martin, Principal - Grades: K-5 770.651.4600 / FAX 770.732.5972
TURNER MIDDLE 7101 Turner Drive
Lithia Springs, GA 30122
Kwame Carr, Principal - Grades: 6-8 770.651.5500 / FAX 770.732.2698
WINSTON ELEMENTARY 7465 Highway 78
Winston, GA 30187
Wiley Dailey, Principal - Grades: K-5 770.651.4700 / FAX 770.920.4177
YEAGER MIDDLE SCHOOL 4000 Kings Highway
Douglasville, GA 30135
Dr. Fred Ervin, Principal - Grades: 6-8
770.651.5600 / FAX 770.947.7374
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Student Dress Code
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s the Douglas County School System strives to prepare students for the future, one of the issues that generates much discussion is appropriate dress for students. The student dress code is designed
to ensure that students are appropriately dressed for school and that clothing, hair, make-up and jewelry does not distract from the educational environment or pose a safety concern for others. The Douglas County School System expects every student to dress and be groomed in accordance with acceptable community standards of cleanliness, good taste and appropriateness. Many fads and fashions may be worn in other environments but are not appropriate for school. Below are the dress codes for elementary and middle/high school students. The school administration reserves the right to determine if a student’s dress is too casual, too revealing, or too distracting from the learning environment to be considered appropriate for school. The health and safety of all students will be taken into consideration when making decisions regarding appropriate/inappropriate attire. The school administration has the final say in what is appropriate and inappropriate for school wear.
ELEMENTARY SCHOOL DRESS CODE Every student enrolled in the Douglas County School System is expected to observe a standard of grooming and dress consistent with the level of formality of the school setting. Certain items of dress are not considered appropriate and
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therefore, are not acceptable, and could result in a child having to call
safety of all students will be taken into consideration when making deci-
parents at home or work to bring more appropriate clothing. Examples
sions regarding appropriate/inappropriate attire, including the tucking of
include (but are not limited to) the following: hats, visors, hoods pulled up,
shirts.
sweatbands, skull caps, bandanas or other head garments including non-
Some exceptions to these guidelines may be made for special activity
prescription sunglasses worn inside the building; beach or shower shoes,
days such as field days and character costume days as determined by the
bare feet, flip flops, rubber and/or metal cleats; shoes with any type of
school principal. Special accommodations may also be made for health
wheels or other rolling apparatus; clothing that shows the bare midriff,
reasons. Total days for exceptional dress must be limited to no more than
bare back or the bare shoulders; tank tops (shoulders must be covered;
5% of the student calendar (9 days) due to impact on the learning envi-
arm holes tight fitting) are permitted only for students in K, 1st, 2nd, and
ronment. Exceptions should be announced to students and parents well
3rd grades; tank tops are not permitted in 4th and 5th grades; see-through
ahead of the date. Clear explanations of what will and will not be allowed
or mesh clothing unless worn over other apparel; clothing or articles advertising or displaying the insignia of drugs, tobacco, or alcoholic beverages shall be prohibited; clothing with profane or obscene language or symbols displayed, or clothing which promotes violence; gang related appearance, clothing or objects are prohibited; all pants which are not worn at the waist; heavy coats or raincoats inside buildings and classrooms; heavy chains or dog collars around the waist or neck, or attached to a wallet; shorts, dresses and skirts that are too tight, too short, (five inches
must be included in the announcements.
MIDDLE AND HIGH SCHOOL LEVEL DRESS CODE Pants and shorts - length must be appropriate; size appropriate-waist, seat and inseam; must be hemmed or cuffed; and cannot be altered from their original form. Appropriate wear would be khakis, jeans, warm-ups and shorts (three inches from the top of the kneecap as measured by a 3x5 index card).
from the top of the kneecap) or not worn at the waist are not permitted;
Skirts and dresses - Skirts must be size appropriate and be worn at
pajamas, bedroom shoes or other sleepwear; and holes or patches above
the waistline; dresses must have sleeves; slits in skirts must be appropriate
the knee.
(no slit above the three inch rule); and cannot be altered from their original
Good taste and good judgment should be used by parents and students alike in the selection of school dress. Many “fads� in dress are not appropriate.
form; dresses must have sleeves; skirts over leggings must meet the three inch rule. Shirts and blouses - Must be size appropriate; long or short sleeved,
The school administration reserves the right to determine if certain
dress shirt, polo type, (no sleeveless, no tank tops, no halter tops, no spa-
other items are too casual, too revealing or too distracting from the learn-
ghetti straps); T-shirts, or sweatshirts must have no writing, pictures, or
ing environment to be considered appropriate for school. The health and
graphics that unreasonably attract the attention of other students or cause
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disruption or interference with the operation of the school (e.g., vulgarity,
sunglasses and caps, visors, sweatbands, skull caps, do rags, hooded
sexual innuendo); shirttails must be below the belt line even with arms
sweatshirts and jackets with the hoods pulled up, headbands and ban-
raised above the head or when the student is seated; for males shirttails
danas, etc. are not to be worn in the school building (all hats and caps shall
must be tucked in; and cannot be altered from their original form. Appropriate wear would be polo shirts, T-shirts, sweatshirts. Shoes - All students must wear appropriate shoes (examples: dress,
be properly stored during the school day); chains hanging from wallets or clothing; dog collars or electronic belt buckles; exposure of undergar-
tennis, sandals, clogs); rubber and/or metal cleats are not allowed in
ments of any type; visible piercing type jewelry or paraphernalia (other
school or on buses.
than the ears) including tongue piercing is not allowed; display or wearing
Undergarments - Appropriate undergarments must be worn at all times; undergarments of any type must not be exposed. Accessories - Belts are optional and are to be proper length tucked into belt loops; belts may be required for students having difficulty with wearing pants at the waist.
NOT APPROVED FOR SCHOOL WEAR AT THE MIDDLE AND HIGH SCHOOL LEVEL: Unnatural colored hair; or any hairstyle which causes a distraction to the
of any gang articles, paraphernalia or clothing that can be construed as being gang related (e.g., bandanas, sweatbands, head rags, etc.); jewelry that is offensive; distracts or is studded or pointed, including “grills” and heavy chains; handwriting on clothing or body; clothing worn in a manner inconsistent with the intended design (ex.: exposure of clothing designed and sold as undergarments, rolled up pants legs, bandanas used as belts, etc.); shoes with any type of wheels or other rolling apparatus.
learning environment; pants that touch the ground or floor; wide legged
Exceptions: Uniforms for school related activities are acceptable if ap-
pants, skin-tight pants; form-fitting clothing; holes above the knee; pants,
proved by school administrators. Female cheerleaders must wear warm-
dresses, skirts, shorts, and shirts that have frayed ends; see-through cloth-
ups under cheerleading uniforms except during games and pep rallies.
ing; deep-scooped necklines; clothing that shows the bare midriff, bare
School administrators may alter the dress code for special occasions or
back or bare shoulders; bare feet; pajamas, bedroom shoes, or other
extracurricular activities. Parents of students who require an exemption
sleepwear; articles of clothing which advertise or display the symbols of drugs, tobacco products or alcoholic beverages; clothing which displays, or implies profane, obscene, vulgar, or racially offensive language or sym-
from the dress code for religious, cultural, or short-term medical reasons may make application to the principal.
bols; emblems, insignias, badges, tattoos or other symbols where the ef-
These guidelines were developed to give parents and students a clear
fect thereof is to unreasonably attract the attention of other students or
understanding of what is expected in the school setting. If you have ques-
cause disruption or interference with the operation of the school; hats,
tions, please contact the principal of your child’s school.
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Bus Conduct Rules Bus Conduct Rules
and each rider to help keep the bus clean.
forded students by the Board of Education. It
1. Students must always conduct them-
is not a right. To protect the safety and well-
selves in an orderly manner and obey all bus
be allowed.
being of all involved, Douglas County students
safety rules.
School bus transportation is a privilege af-
must adhere to established bus conduct rules. Bus transportation privilege may be revoked if the student does not observe bus conduct expectations.
2. All students are under the jurisdiction of the driver while aboard each bus. Students
11. Students will be picked up and delivered at their regular designated site each day. Written requests from the parent or guardian
should respect others at all times.
will be filed with the principal if it becomes
3. The driver is responsible for seating ar-
necessary for a student to depart a bus oth-
rangements on each bus. 4. Students are to remain seated while bus
er than at his/her regular stop. The principal will authorize the driver to make such a stop. Exceptions may be made if a safety hazard is
is in motion. 5. Students must refrain from loud talking,
involved.
horseplay, throwing objects on or from the bus,
12. Buses are provided for transporting stu-
or doing anything that will detract from the
dents: therefore, large objects such as boxes,
driver’s attention. Students must also re-
recreation equipment, large band instruments,
frain from fighting, threats of violence, or verbal conflicts. 6. Anyone damaging a bus will be responsible for restitution. 7. All parts of the body must be kept inside the bus at all times. 8. Smoking, chewing gum, eating, or drinking on the bus is not permitted. 9. It is the responsibility of the driver
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10. The use of profanity on the bus will not
etc. should not be on a bus. 13. Students must refrain from inappropriate display of affection. 14. School authorities make assignments to specific buses. 15. Students are expected to abide by the Douglas County School System Student Conduct Behavior and Discipline Code. 16. Students shall not possess or use ob-
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jects such as mirrors, lasers, flash cameras, or
dio surveillance equipment. Video and audio
Conduct Rules will be disciplined as follows:
any other lights or reflective devices in a man-
tape may be released to law enforcement of-
General or Minor Offenses (Level 3)
ner that might interfere with the school bus
ficials and for official school business.
driver’s operation of the school bus.
BUS SUSPENSION
This also includes the usage of any elec-
Behavior such as chewing gum, talking loudly, standing while the bus is in motion,
A student found guilty of certain offenses
bringing food or beverages on the bus, cell
tronic devices during the operation of a school
may be suspended from the bus for a period
phone use, etc. is considered a general or mi-
bus in a manner that might interfere with the
up to the remainder of the school year
nor offense. Prior to turning in a *Safety Refer-
school bus communications’ equipment or
STUDENT DISCIPLINE
ral form, the driver will attempt to resolve less
the school bus driver’s operation of the bus.
The school bus is an extension of the
serious problems him/herself.
NOTE: If a student is found to have en-
classroom. The school day begins when the
1st Offense - Driver will first request the
gaged in bullying or physical assault or bat-
student enters the bus and ends when the
student to correct his/her behavior and coun-
tery of another person on the school bus, the
student leaves the bus. It is the responsibility
sel with the student after the other students
policy requires a meeting of the parent or
of the Principal (not the driver) to determine
are off the bus.
guardian and district officials for the purpose
and enforce disciplinary actions and notify
2nd Offense - Driver will file a *Safety Re-
of forming a school bus behavior contract for
the parents. Student management has as its
ferral form with the Principal or the school’s
the student. Contract provisions must pro-
objective securing desirable behavior from all
designated discipline administrator.
vide for appropriate progressive discipline
students riding the bus.
Serious or Major Offenses (Level 1 & 2)
and may include assigned seating, ongoing
Bus misconduct falls into two categories: 1)
More serious or major offenses will result
parental involvement and suspension from
general violation of bus conduct rules, and (2)
in moving to the 2nd Offense step or may
riding the bus. School bus contracts can be
serious misconduct.
require immediate attention by the Principal
used for other infractions as well.
STUDENT DISCIPLINE PROCEDURES
and/or Law Enforcement, or Resource Officer.
NOTICE
To protect the safety and well-being of
Level 2 offenses are behaviors of a less serious
Douglas County School System facilities
all riders, students must follow bus conduct
nature, but serious enough to merit involve-
and school buses are monitored by video/au-
rules. Students who insist on violating the Bus
ment by the school principal to correct on the
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Bus Conduct Rules first violation event. A Level 1 offense requires immediate attention by the Principal and/or Law Enforcement, or Resource Officer. Examples of Level 1 offenses include (but are not limited to) weapons, illegal substances, assault, threats or intimidating behavior towards another student, bus driver, or bus monitor. Level 2 - 1st Offense - Driver files a Safety Referral form with the Principal or the school’s designated discipline administrator identifying the student involved and the offense. Level 1 - 1st Offense - Driver notifies Transportation to have the Principal or designated discipline administrator meets the bus or, depending on severity of incident, calls for law enforcement officers to come to the bus’ location.
SEVERE WEATHER/EMERGENCY CLOSING OF SCHOOLS When schools must be closed due to weather or emergency, metro Atlanta radio and television stations and local Comcast Cable Channel DCTV23 as well as CITI TV Channel 25 are asked to broadcast the announcement no later than 6:30 a.m., if possible. Information will be posted on our website at www.douglas.k12.ga.us, sent to Notify Me subscribers and made available on our ParentLink app for cellular smart phones. Please listen for these announcements and keep all school system telephone lines clear for emergencies. Any designated Holiday, Holiday
pension of school activities. These possible conditions include inclement weather (ice and snow storms); failure of power, gas, or water supply, and breakdown of heating system. Some situations affect only one school while in other cases several or all Douglas County Schools may be involved. In all instances the safety, welfare, and health of students and employees are the basic factors considered in making a decision as to whether or not to suspend temporarily the normal activities of a school day. The Superintendent has the responsibility of making decisions on suspension of school activities. If the Superintendent is not available, a person designated by the Superintendent will assume this responsibility. School principals will be notified of such action by the most expedient direct means, either by telephone or personal contact.
BUS LOADING ZONES Bus loading zones at the schools are restricted to school buses only during the 30 minutes immediately before and after school. Cars in the bus lanes present a serious safety hazard for students. To protect students, unauthorized vehicles in bus loading zones are subject to ticketing.
SERVICE PROVISIONS • Bus service is provided to and from a student’s home and school.
Period, or Teacher Day may be used as Make-Up Day(s) as needed.
Service to other locations, such as after school daycare/babysitter, is
Emergency Suspension of School Activities
provided only if the destination is located within the student’s assigned
Abnormal conditions sometimes occur which require temporary sus-
school district. Bus service is not provided to or from business locations
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(other than daycare). No exceptions. • Bus conduct rules must be obeyed. Failure to do so may result in suspension of bus privileges. • Parents are responsible for their children going to and from the bus stop and while waiting at the bus stop. • Written permission from a parent, signed by the principal, is required for a child to ride a bus on which he is not assigned or to leave the bus at a stop other than his assigned stop. • Students must be at their designated bus stop when the bus arrives. Buses cannot wait for latecomers. • Only authorized persons may board or ride a school bus. • Items too large to fit in a student’s lap, glass, weapons, firecrackers, pets, gum, drinks, food or candy, electronic devices, and hazardous materials are not permitted on the bus.
BUS STOPS • Drivers are not permitted to deviate from their route without permission from a route supervisor. • State regulations require bus stops to be spaced at least onetenth (.1) mile or more apart. Exceptions are allowed only in response
• Periodically remind your child of the importance of mannerly and orderly behavior at the bus stop. Periodically check on students at the bus stop. • Accompanying very young children to the bus stop and meeting them on their return from school when possible.
SAFE RIDING
Safety Rules for Students
1. Dress for the weather – umbrella and raincoat for rain; coat and
gloves when cold. 2. Never stand or play in the road. Wait for the bus a safe distance from the road. 3. Always use the handrail when boarding or leaving the bus.
4. Remain seated and keep head/hands inside when the bus is moving. Your seat is designed to protect you in the event of an accident. 5. Never try to reach for anything under or beside a bus. Ask your driver for help. 6. Observe silence when approaching and while stopped for railroad crossings so the driver can hear if a train is coming.
to a safety hazard. • Buses are not permitted to travel on closed or flooded roads. Bus stops served by such a road will be temporarily relocated to the closest safe location. Service will be restored once conditions permit. • Bus stops on the routes are not always the same as the previous year. Buses are not to be routed on private property (this includes most mobile home parks and apartment complexes). • A student will be returned to school if it is obvious there is no one home and the norm is for someone to be at home. • If a student has no key, objects to disembarking the bus, or if the stop/home looks different than usual, the driver will radio for instructions from the school administrator. • If the normal routine is for no one to be at home or at the stop, the student will be allowed to disembark alone. Parents can help us by: • Making sure your child is at the bus stop five minutes early. • Review bus safety rules with your child and stress the necessity of observing them. • Teaching your child to obey the bus driver. • Cooperating with school officials and school bus drivers regarding appropriate conduct of your child at the bus stop and on the bus. • Helping your student understand that student behavior on school buses is considered an extension of classroom behavior. • Educating your children on the rules of school bus safety. • Reminding your child to walk on the sidewalk, or the shoulder of the road, on the way to the bus stop and not on the traveled portion of the road. • Reminding your child to wait in a safe place, well off the road, until the bus comes to a stop. • Students should not move toward the bus until the bus and all traffic have stopped. Students should stop and look before crossing the road when preparing to board or depart the bus. It is very important to look – do not expect approaching traffic to stop. 2013 - 2014 STUDENT & PARENT GUIDE | WWW.DOUGLAS.K12.GA.US | DOUGLAS COUNTY SCHOOL SYSTEM
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General Information Providing a quality education for all students in a safe, supportive
vision. Parents, local residents, businesses and organizations dedicate
environment is the mission of the Douglas County School System (DCSS)
their time, talent, monetary support and other resources to the positive
and the vision is to build a community of lifelong learners that become
encouragement that is so essential to a quality school system. The cul-
responsible individuals, independent thinkers, and productive citizens.
ture of mutual trust in the Douglas County School System is the critical
System staff is committed and motivated to see all children learn and
piece that binds our staff and community together to form a successful
succeed.
school district. Engagement from all stakeholders is critical to students.
The love of teaching and learning is evident in classrooms and
The formula for academic success involves the students, parents,
schools across the county. The culture of mutual trust in Douglas County
teachers, staff, and the community working together. The Douglas
between students, parents, teachers, administrators, support staff and
County School System’s excellent teachers are enthusiastic professionals
community is critically important to student success. In the fall of 2010
who strive to maximize each student’s achievement. All Douglas County
more than half of the system’s employees participated in an Atlanta
teachers are “Highly Qualified” as defined by
Journal Constitution workplace satisfaction survey administered by an
“No Child Left Behind.” We are committed to
outside party. Employee rankings earned the Douglas County School
providing the very best instruction for all of our
System recognition as a Top 100 Workplace in Georgia, and a slot in
students.
the Top 20 Large Workplaces category. This accomplishment would not have been attained without employee dedication and professionalism. Over 25,000 students were enrolled in the system in May, 2013 and
For more information on the Douglas County School System, visit the website at www.douglas.k12.ga.us or call the main
there were 3,500 employees serving 33 schools and programs. There
number at 770.651.2000. Smart phone users
are 20 elementary, 8 middle, and 5 high schools as well as the following
can download the Douglas County School
programs: Douglas County College and Career Institute, Performance
System App under ParentLink from their app
Learning Center; HAVEN (3 locations), Special Education Preschool Pro-
provider. For bus route information or atten-
gram (LEAP), and Ombudsman.
dance zones (must have specific address) call
The DCSS is fortunate to have engaged parents and strong communi-
770.651.2400. Sign up for Notify Me on the
ty advocates who value, support and appreciate the school district’s stu-
front page of our website to receive important
dents and staff and work cooperatively with us to fulfill our mission and
announcements and/or breaking news.
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Partners in Education Businesses, church groups and civic clubs
year school staff and business staff develop a
across Douglas County are making a positive
comprehensive plan that will have an impact on
and/or host teacher appreciation events
impact on the academic success of students.
student achievement.
Direct benefits of participating in the PIE
Through the Partners in Education (PIE) pro-
Any business or organization in the Douglas
gram the community is able to share their ex-
County area is invited to participate in the PIE
pertise, time, talent, ideas and experiences that
program. There are no dues or fees to become
enrich students and contribute to their success.
an active Partner in Education. The only thing
During the 2012-2013 school year there
needed is an interest in student achievement
were 537 active PIE partnerships, each contrib-
and the willingness to become involved in the
uting to the Douglas County School System’s
program. Opportunities to participate in PIE
Mission, Vision and Goals for students based
are virtually unlimited.
on their individual human, material and finan-
A few ways that partners often choose to
cial resources. In 2011-2012, just over 300 partnerships were in place.
become involved are:
• Assist/support school activities
Students, staff and community have been
• Provide tutoring and classroom help
served by the Douglas County Partners in Edu-
• Give certificates/awards for academic
cation program for over two decades. All PIE
achievement, attendance, and good citizenship
relationships are individually designed to have
• Bring your skills into the classroom for a
a positive impact on student achievement;
Career Day or to teach employment readiness
cultivate the leadership potential of system
and present on curriculum-related topics
employees, students and parents; and build communities of lifelong learners. School part-
• Be a judge for a Science Fair, Math Fair, Spelling or Geography Bee
• Provide Teacher of the Year recognition
program include: • A better educated workforce • An opportunity to become known in the school community as well as the business community • Recognition in school and community publications • Positive impact on employee morale from participating in the program A business or organization can partner with one school or multiple schools and/or partner with the school district on a specific program or initiative. To become a partner, contact the principal of a school to discuss your interest in the program or contact Douglas County School System Community Relations Direct Karen
ners work to recognize and reciprocate the
• Donate supplies and equipment
Stroud at karen.stroud@douglas.k12.ga.us or
contributions of the business partners. Each
• Award mini-grants to teachers
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Registration Center Welcome to the Douglas County School
before September 1, 2008 in order to attend
System. The 2013-2014 school year begins
kindergarten during the 2013-2014 school
Wednesday, August 7 and we want to assist
year.
are accepted as proof of residency: • If you rent: You must bring a CURRENT lease agreement and a CURRENT utility bill
you in making new student enrollment ef-
The following information/documentation
or connection receipt. Utility bills must be no
ficient and easy. Kindergarten students and
is required to enroll your child as a student
more than 30 days old, and they may not in-
those new to the Douglas County School Sys-
in the Douglas County School System. Regis-
dicate disconnection or pending disconnec-
tem will need to enroll at the Central Regis-
tration will not be completed until the docu-
tion. Both the lease agreement and the utility
tration Center located at 4841 Highway 5 (the
ments are provided.
bill must be in the parent or legal guardian’s name.
former Bill Arp Elementary School site), five
• Certified Copy of the Birth Certificate
miles south of Interstate 20. Student regis-
• Georgia Immunization Form 3231
tration is open year round, Monday through
• Georgia Eye, Ear and Dental Form 3300
RENT mortgage statement or tax bill and a
Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. and 1:00
• Student’s Social Security Card or Waiver
CURRENT utility or connection receipt. Utility
p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
• Parent/Legal Guardian’s Photo ID
bills must be no more than 30 days old, and
• Custody/Guardianship Papers (if appli-
they may not indicate disconnection or pend-
Parents/legal guardians must register at the Central Registration Center before a students currently enrolled in our system, school
ing disconnection.
cable) • Withdrawal Form from the Previous
dent is enrolled in their home school. For stu-
• If you own: You must bring your CUR-
Additional information, including downloadable forms, may be obtained at the
School (if applicable)
records will move up to the next grade or the
• Last Report Card (if applicable)
Douglas County School System website at
appropriate school for their attendance zone.
• Discipline history for Middle and High
www.douglas.k12.ga.us. Parents/legal guard-
We encourage all parents/legal guardians to
ians who have the completed forms and re-
School Students • Student’s Transcript for all High School
register early to avoid long lines. Children entering kindergarten for the first
quired documents will move quickly through the registration process. Please contact
Students
time must be five (5) years of age on or be-
• Douglas County Vehicle Tag Receipt
770.651.2050 should you have additional
fore September 2. A child must be born on or
• Proof of Residency - The following items
questions regarding the registration process.
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Safety and Emergency Preparedness
T
he mission of the Douglas County
Being prepared for a crisis
By Zach Spencer, Director of Safety and Athletics
School System is to provide a qual-
or emergency is as important
down drills in order to respond should the
ity education for all students in a
as providing a safe environment on a daily
need arise.
safe, supportive environment. A safe and ef-
basis. It is important that our parents and
It is imperative that schools be able to
fective learning environment is paramount to
community know that our schools are pre-
contact parents in the event of emergency
the success of students. The safety of our stu-
pared in the event of an emergency or crisis.
or crisis. Having accurate and current phone
dents and staff members is the highest priority
We work closely with federal, state and local
numbers, including cell phones, as well as
of our school system and many measures are
emergency management agencies in plan-
email addresses on file at all times at school
in place and monitored to keep students and
ning our community’s response to potential
is vital for emergency notification purposes.
staff safe on a daily basis. Such measures in-
threats. Crisis and Safety Plans are developed
We strongly encourage parents to register
clude: photo ID badges for all employees, se-
each year at the District and School level and
for “Notify Me” on the front page of School
curity cameras in all schools, School Resource
approved by the Georgia Emergency Man-
System
Officers in each middle and high school,
agement Agency and the Georgia Office of
“Notify Me” is a mass notification service uti-
BLAST (Bringing Life and Skills Together) of-
Homeland Security. Crisis and Safety Plans
lized by the School System to keep parents
ficers assigned to each elementary school,
provide step-by-step guides for how princi-
informed about urgent issues. By registering,
AED’s (Automated External Defibrillators) lo-
pals and administrators should respond to a
parents will receive instant email and/or text
cated in each school, hand held metal detec-
wide variety of scenarios ranging from torna-
messages when the need arises.
tors in middle and high schools, identification
dos and fire to hazardous material spills. Flex-
required for student checkout, requiring all
ibility in the event of an emergency is a key
Link app for their iPhone or Android phone
visitors to sign in, and video surveillance on
component of each school’s plan.
Schools
to have instant information in the palm of
school buses. We maintain a great working
conduct response drills several times during
their hand. The app has a Tip Line that can
relationship with our local sheriff, police and
the school year. While most know that schools
be used to quickly report an incident involv-
fire department, which is vital to ensuring the
conduct fire drills, schools also have severe
ing students or staff or a safety concern. The
safety of our students.
weather drills, bomb threat drills and lock
user can either record a message or create a
website:
www.douglas.k12.ga.us.
Parents may also download the Parent-
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text – either of which can be sent anonymously. Convenient, fast and anonymous, Tip Line removes barriers that keep students from sharing vital information. If you have concerns about your child’s safety, please contact the principal of the school your child attends. An anonymous local School Safety Hot-Line has also been established to report knowledge of anyone or anything that could endanger the lives of students and/or faculty of any school. The local School Safety Hot-Line number is 770.651.2395. The Georgia Department of Education also provides a hotline, which will be answered by a staff member or the Georgia Bureau of Investigation. The State Safety Hot-Line number is 1.877. SAY.STOP. Through careful planning, training, and drills, as well as our partnerships with local law enforcement, fire departments, EMT, and the community, we will continue to make safety in our schools our top priority.
Keep Informed
About Important School and District Information Douglas County School System parents, staff and community members have several ways to receive important information from schools and the district. NotifyMe Subscribers: Urgent or important email and/or text messages will be sent to those who sign up for the NotifyMe service on the front page of the district website: www.douglas.k12.ga.us. This is an “opt in” service and only those who sign up will be notified. News Articles on Website: Urgent or important news articles are posted at the top of the news column on the front page of our website: www.douglas.k12.ga.us. ParentLink app for smart phones: The ParentLink app can be downloaded for iPhones or Android phones to have information available in the palm of the hand. In addition to urgent or important messages, parents can check student grades, attendance, assignments, messages, account balances and more. The app can also be used to quickly report an incident that involves your child or staff. You can leave a voice mail or create a text – either of which can be sent anonymously. ParentLink calls, emails and/or text messages: Be sure to update your school contact information to have access to important information. Include your cell phone number to be able to receive calls while away from home. Leading and Learning Publication: The Douglas County Sentinel publishes an insert entitled, “Leading and Learning” for the School System each month.
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Random Drug Testing
T
he Douglas County School System has implemented random drug testing of high school students. Any students participating in privileged activities will be subject to ran-
By Zach Spencer, Director of Safety and Athletics
1st offense - 20 day suspension from privilege
2nd offense - 1 year suspension from privilege
3rd offense - Permanent suspension from privilege
dom drug testing at any point during the school year. Privileged ac-
Before returning to the privileged activity, the student must sub-
tivities include but are not limited to any interscholastic activity, such
mit to another drug test paid for by the student. Any positive results
as sports, any interscholastic extracurricular activity, such as band or
at the time of the follow up test will be considered the student’s
clubs, and student parking on campus. In short, any student involved
second positive drug test result. (A copy of the official policy can be
in any extracurricular activity will be subject to random drug testing.
found in the student handbook and on the Douglas County School
For the past six years, testing has been conducted at all high
System web site)
schools on a random basis. An independent lab conducts all tests in
A safe and effective learning environment is paramount to the
the presence of a school administrator. Students are selected using a
success of students. Drug use and abuse are detrimental to the
computer generated random numbering system provided by the in-
physical, emotional and mental well being of students. Drug abuse
dependent lab. A student’s refusal to test is treated as a positive test
seriously interferes with the academic and athletic performance of
result. The tests measure the following drugs: marijuana, cocaine,
students and creates an unhealthy learning environment. The Ran-
amphetamines, methamphetamines, and opiates. The test results
dom Drug Testing Program will have a positive effect on our schools,
are instant, with the exception of steroids. Any positive results are
community and students by serving as a deterrent and offering as-
forwarded to a Medical Review Officer who will determine through
sistance to students who have drug issues. An important element
an interview with the parents or guardian if there is a valid medical
of the program is the availability of student/parent counseling for
reason for the drug to be in the student’s system. The final result of
any student who may test positive and desire intervention. The Teen
the findings will be sent back to the school administrator, who will
SHARP Program is an alcohol and drug education program for stu-
notify the student and parents of the results and consequences.
dents and family members supported by the Douglas County School
Consequences of positive results range from a twenty day suspension to permanent suspension from activity or privilege.
System. Students testing positive will have the opportunity to take advantage of the Teen SHARP program.
Release of Information to Military Recruiters and Officials of Institutions of Higher Learning Federal legislation requires high schools to provide to military recruiters, upon request, access to high school students and information on those students. Both the No Child Left Behind Act (NCLB Act) of 2001 and the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2002 reflect these requirements. In accordance with those Acts, military recruiters are entitled to receive the name, address and telephone listing of high school students. The NCLB Act of 2001 also allows institutions of higher education access to the same information. A parent of a high school student may request that his or her child’s name, address and telephone listing not be released without prior written parental consent. Such requests must be made in writing and presented to the high school principal or his or her designee.
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2013-2014 TESTING CALENDAR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL DATES
Aug. 2013 Georgia Kindergarten Inventory of Development Skills Sept. 3, 2013 - March 28, 2014 Georgia Alternative Assessment Jan. 21, 2014 - March 4, 2014 Assessing Comprehension & Communication and English State to State Administration March 5, 2014 (Make-up March 6) Georgia Fifth Grade Writing Assessment March 17, 2014 - March 28, 2014 Georgia Third Grade Writing Assessment April 15, 2014 - April 25, 2014 CRCT April 15, 2014 - April 21, 2014 CRCT M May 20, 2014 - May 22, 2014 CRCT & M Retest
April 15, 2014 - April 21, 2014 CRCT M May 20, 2014 - May 22, 2014 CRCT & M Retest
HIGH SCHOOL DATES
Aug. 19 - 23, 2013 End-of-Course Test (Mid-Month Online) Sept. 3, 2013 - March 28, 2014 Georgia Alternative Assessment Sept. 9, 2013 - Sept. 13, 2013 Georgia High School Graduation Test Fall Retest Sept. 16, 2013 - Sept. 27, 2013 End-of Course Test (Mid Month Online) Sept. 25, 2013 (Make-up Sept. 26) Georgia High School Writing Assessment - Main Admin. October 5, 2013 - SAT (DCHS) Oct. 16, 2013 - PSAT Oct. 21, 2013 - Oct. 25, 2013 MIDDLE SCHOOL DATES End-of-Course Test (Mid Month Online) September 3, 2013 - March 28, 2014 Nov. 2, 2013 - SAT (CHHS) Georgia Alternative Assessment Nov. 4, 2013 - Nov. 8, 2013 Jan. 21, 2014 - March 4, 2014 Georgia High School Graduation Test Assessing Comprehension & Communication Winter Retest and English State to State Testing Nov. 11, 2013 - Nov. 22, 2013 Jan. 22, 2014 (Make-up Jan. 23) End-of-Course Test (Mid-Month Online) Middle Grades Writing Assessment Dec. 2, 2013 - Dec. 13, 2013 April 17, 2014 - April 25, 2014 - CRCT End-of-Course Test (Paper Pencil & Online)
Jan. 21, 2014 - Jan. 24, 2014 End-of-Course Test (Mid-Month Online) Jan. 21, 2014 - March 4, 2014 Assessing Comprehension & Communication and English State to State Testing January 25, 2014 - SAT (CHHS) Feb. 18, 2014 - Feb. 21, 2014 End-of Course Test (Mid-Month Online) Feb. 26, 2014 (Make-up Feb. 27, 2014) Georgia High School Writing Assessment Retest March 3, 2014 - March 7, 2014 End-of-Course Test (Mid-Month Online) March 17, 2014 - March 21, 2014 Georgia High School Graduation Test Main Admin. April 28, 2014 - May 9, 2014 End-of-Course Tests Spring Administration May 3, 2014 - SAT (LSHS) May 12, 2014 - May 16, 2014 - AP Testing July 14, 2014 - July 18, 2014 End-of-Course Test Summer Retest July 14, 2014 - July 18, 2014 Georgia High School Graduation Test Summer Retest July 16, 2013 Georgia High School Writing Test Summer Retest
Celebrating amateur filmmakers’ creative talent in writing, directing and production of short films F I L M F E S T I VA L NOVEMBER 1 - 2, 2013
DOUGLASVILLE CONFERENCE CENTER
Reel Film Fun!
On the Reel Film Festival celebrates and promotes amateur filmmakers’ creative talent in writing, directing and production of PG to PG-13 rated short films. The 2-day event features a red-carpet movie premier and a film convention that includes workshops, Green Screen Adventures, exhibits, a costume and makeup showcase, vendors, and more!
Call for Submissions
Enter your short film to win cash prizes and a chance to have your film screened at the Festival. Film categories include comedy, drama, documentary, animation, and action/suspense, separated into four age groups: youth (ages 6 to 13), teen (ages 14 to 18), traditional age college students, and semi-pro adult filmmakers 21 and up; film length varies by age group. Entries with a completed registration form MUST be received by 5 p.m., Sept. 13, 2013. There is no fee to enter. Films must have been produced/completed within the past two years. Call or go online for details.
www.onthereelfilmfestival.com 770-947-5920
Check out our promo video at www.youtube.com/watch?v=waYWdcgVPCQ
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Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) affords parents/ guardians and students over 18 years of age (“eligible students”) certain rights with respect to the student’s education records. These rights are outlined below:
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The right to inspect and review the student’s education records within 45 days of the day the District receives a request for access:
Parents/guardians or eligible students should submit to the school principal (or appropriate school official) a written request that identifies the record(s) they wish to inspect. The principal will make arrangements for access and notify the parent/guardian or eligible student of the time and place where the records may be inspected.
2
The right to request the amendment of the student’s education records that the parent/guardian or eligible student believes are
inaccurate or misleading. A parent/guardian or eligible student who believes the student’s record contains an error may request its correction by submitting a written explanation of the error and the basis for believing it to be in error to the principal or his/her designee, who shall investigate and determine whether or not to amend the record. If the matter cannot be resolved, a parent/guardian or eligible student may request a hearing pursuant to federal regulations at 34 C.F.R. § 99.21-99.22 as well as applicable state regulations. If the hearing results in a determination that the record contained erroneous information, it shall be corrected and the parent/guardian or eligible student shall be informed in writing of the cor-
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whenever the portion to which it relates is disclosed.
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The right to consent to disclosures of personally identifiable information contained in the student’s education records, except to the
extent that FERPA authorizes disclosure without consent: One exception which permits disclosure without consent is disclosure to school officials with legitimate educational interests. A school official is a person employed by the District as an administrator, supervisor, instructor, or support staff member (including health or medical staff and law enforcement unit personnel); a person serving on the School Board; a person or company with whom the District has contracted to perform a special task (such as an attorney, auditor, medical consultant, or therapist); or a parent/guardian or student serving on an official committee, such as a disciplinary or grievance committee, or assisting another school official in performing his or her tasks. A school official has a legitimate educational interest if the official needs to review an education record in order to fulfill his or her professional responsibility. Upon request, the District discloses education records without consent to officials of another school district in which a student seeks or intends to enroll.
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The right to file a complaint with the U.S. Department of Education concerning alleged failures by the Douglas County School
District to comply with the requirements of FERPA: The name and address of the Office that administers FERPA are: Family Policy Compliance Office,
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U.S. Department of Education, 400 Maryland Av-
tution of higher education, access to secondary
vate body parts, or any act during such examina-
enue, S.W., Washington, D.C. 20202-4605
students addresses and telephone listings. Un-
tion that includes incision, insertion, or injection
less you, as a parent/guardian or eligible stu-
into the body, but does not include a hearing,
dent, request otherwise, this information may be
vision, or scoliosis screening.
Release of Directory Information The Douglas County School District has des-
disclosed to the public upon written request. You
“Personal Information” - Individually identifi-
ignated the following information as directory
have the right to refuse to allow all or any part of
able information including: (1) a student or par-
information:
the above information to be designated as di-
ent’s first and last name; (2) home address; (3)
rectory information and to be disclosed to the
telephone number; or (4) social security number.
1. Student’s name. 2. Student’s date of birth. 3. Student’s participation in official school clubs and sports. 4. Weight and height of student if he/she is a
public upon request. If you wish to exercise this right, you must notify the principal of the school at which the student is enrolled in writing within 15 days after the first day on school roll.
member of an athletic team. 5. Dates of attendance at the Douglas County School System schools. 6. Awards received during the time enrolled
Requirements No student shall be required to submit to a survey, analysis, or evaluation that reveals information concerning:
Protection Of Pupil Rights Amendment (Ppra) Definition of Terms Used in PPRA
1. Political affiliations or beliefs of the student or the student’s parent; 2. Mental or psychological problems of the
“Instructional Material” - Instructional mate-
student or the student’s family;
7. Photographs
rial that is provided to a student, regardless of
3. Sex behavior or attitudes;
8. Program of Study
format, including printed or representational
9. School System Security Video/Audio Tapes
materials, audio-visual materials, and materials
except when tapes are used in a disciplinary, ju-
in electronic or digital formats (such as material
5. Critical appraisals of other individuals with
venile or criminal matter.
accessible through the Internet). The term does
whom respondents have close family relation-
not include academic tests or academic assess-
ships;
in the Douglas County School System.
In addition to the directory information listed above the federal No Child Left Behind Act pro-
ments.
vides that the school district shall provide, on a
“Invasive Physical Examination” - Any medi-
request made by military recruiters or an insti-
cal examination that involves the exposure of pri-
4. Illegal, anti-social, self-incriminating, or demeaning behavior;
6. Legally recognized privileged or analogous relationships, such as those of lawyers, physicians, and ministers;
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Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act continued 7. Religious practices, affiliations, or beliefs of the student or student’s parent; or 8. Income (other than that required by law to determine eligibility for participation in a
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quirements of PPRA do not apply to a survey
health and safety of the student, or of other
administered to a student in accordance with
students.
the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA).
The parent of a student shall be notified prior to the commencement of activities in-
program or for receiving financial assistance
A parent of a student may, upon request,
volving the collection, disclosure, or use of
under such program), without prior written
inspect any instructional material used as part
personal information collected from students
consent of the parent or eligible student.
of the educational curriculum for the student.
A parent of a student may, upon request,
The Superintendent shall develop procedures
inspect any survey created by a third party
for granting a request by a parent for reason-
containing one or more of the items listed as
able access to instructional material within a
(1) through (8) above before the survey is ad-
reasonable period of time after the request is
ministered or distributed by a school to a stu-
received.
for the purpose of marketing or for selling that information (or otherwise providing that information to others for that purpose). Such notice shall offer the parent the opportunity to inspect, upon request, any instrument used in the collection of such information before the
dent and may choose to opt the student out
Parents shall be notified prior to the ad-
of participation in the survey. The Superinten-
ministration of physical examinations or
dent shall develop procedures for: (1) granting
screenings that the school may administer
a request by a parent for reasonable access to
to students. This notice shall offer the parent
such survey within a reasonable period of time
the opportunity to opt the student out of any
procedures that: (1) make arrangements to
after the request is received, and (2) making
non-emergency, invasive physical examination
protect student privacy in the event of such
arrangements to protect student privacy in the
or screening that is (1) required as a condition
collection, disclosure, or use, and (2) grant a
event of the administration or distribution of
of attendance; (2) administered by the school
request by a parent for reasonable access to
a survey to a student containing one or more
and scheduled by the school in advance; and
such instrument within a reasonable period of
of the items listed as (1) through (8). The re-
(3) not necessary to protect the immediate
time after the request is received.
instrument is administered or distributed to a student and to opt the student out of such activities. The Superintendent shall develop
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SCHOOL ATTENDANCE It’s the Law Georgia education law requires that all chil-
and in high school.
onto the bus on time. Getting organized can
dren, ages six through 16, attend school regu-
Making school attendance a priority can
also help create a calmer atmosphere at home,
larly. Making sure that students are at school
also help your child learn good work and study
leading to better attitudes and openness to
each day is the parent’s responsibility. Howev-
habits. Getting to school each day on time
learning when children arrive at school.
er, the importance of school attendance goes
prepares them to meet future responsibili-
beyond meeting the letter of the law. In order
ties. Parents teach valuable lessons when the
for children to be successful, they need to be
importance of arriving at school on time every
age them to get up and get ready on their
in school and on task every day. This is more
day is stressed.
own. (A loud alarm clock can be a useful tool
important now than ever before. Attendance
There are things you can do to ensure
in this effort!) A work first, play later policy can
and academic achievement go hand-in-hand.
good attendance:
also help make sure homework is done before
The curriculum in Georgia schools is simply more challenging than it used to be and students who are frequently absent can have seri-
1
Make academics a priority. Let your children know that you expect them
to go to school every day and do their best.
3
Set reasonable bedtimes. Reinforce bedtimes for your children and encour-
sports activities, friends, or computer games.
4
Make medical and other appointments during non-school hours when-
Learning should be “job one.” There may be
ever possible. Schedule family vacations dur-
All students must take a series of important
occasional sick days, but young, healthy chil-
ing school holidays or during the summer so
state tests that measure their abilities in all sub-
dren rarely need to miss more than a few days
that students aren’t missing important lessons
jects. Students who come to school each day
each year.
and struggling to make up missed work.
ous academic problems.
and work hard score better on tests. Being in class each day leads to more exposure to the
2
Help your child get organized. Create a space in your home for storing back-
5
Keep track of your child’s absences
and write an excuse if your child is
curriculum and a better chance for academic
packs, books, and other supplies. Develop a
sick. If absent, make sure your child gets all
success. Making sure your child is at school ev-
routine where children gather school materials
make up work completed. If there is a prob-
ery day is one of the most powerful ways par-
the night before. This will make mornings less
lem, seek the help of the guidance counselor
ents can ensure success in elementary, middle,
hectic and help them get out the door and
or teachers at your child’s school.
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chool
S Alexander High
Welcome to Alexander High School, where our
mission is to provide a quality education for all students in a safe,
supportive environment. We offer a family friendly school designed to serve our students and parents in being successful to meet the
challenges of the 21st Century. We are proud to announce that Alexander High School is ranked by Newsweek Magazine in the top 10% of public high schools in the nation for 2013.
We salute Jason Backus as the Teacher of the Year for 2013-2014.
We celebrate the concerted efforts of our teachers and staff, our
students, parents, and community leaders for helping to make our school successful in its endeavor to provide rigorous academic programs, along with a variety of extracurricular activities.
6500 Alexander Parkway, Douglasville, 770.651.6000 Alexander is proud to broadcast that we are home to region and state championship titles. We have two Elite-8 teams: Boys Basketball and Boys Soccer. We have five State Champions for Wrestling and Track and Field, and four distinguished Coaching Honors, with Brian Robinson achieving his 28th Region Championship victory for Track and Field and Cross Country. In JROTC, Matthew Smith received the Top Raider Award, the highest in the state. Sung Soo Alexander and Savannah Banks have advanced in the Governor’s Honors Program for Mathematics and Visual Arts, respectively. For the first time ever, three students won the Douglas County Character Coalition Scholarship Award, Andrew Gamel, Evan Wood and Kylie Black. As we salute school year 2013-14, we embrace the future chal-
Alexander offers a host of opportunities where all students can
lenges, while celebrating our success. We dedicate ourselves to the
sets include courses in Information Technology, Auto-Technology,
Nathan Hand and the assistant principals are Mr. Rob Alford, Mr. Ste-
environments where they have a myriad of course offerings, dual en-
tions, please feel free to contact us at 770.651.6000 or visit our school
capture the spectrum of the high school experience. Our unique as-
pursuit of excellence as we soar to new heights. Our principal is Mr.
and Agriculture. It is our belief that students flourish in educational
phen Beatty, Ms. Kenja Parks, and Mr. Chris Small. If you have ques-
rollment opportunities and a distinguished AP program.
Chapel Hill High School We welcome our students for the 2013-2014 school year. This is an
exciting time to be a Panther. Our students are offered opportunities for excellence both in and out of the classroom.
CHHS provides a full selection of college prep, Honors, and Ad-
vanced Placement classes. In 2014-2015, CHHS will become the first
Advanced Placement Magnet School in the state of Georgia and one
of the select few in the nation; we are already hard at work developing even more choices for students that will be academically rigorous and
enriching. Our Career, Technical, and Agricultural Education (CTAE) Department continues to excel in offering students an opportunity to
achieve in a number of career pathways. Our students have won numerous awards as members of SkillsUSA, Health Occupations Students
of America (HOSA), Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA), Dis-
tributive Education Clubs of America (DECA), Family, Career, and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA), and Naval Junior ROTC. Our Fine Arts department continues to stand out with award-winning efforts.
CHHS dominates in the field of athletics as well. This year we were
the Region 4AAA champions in nine different sports: Boys’ and Girls’
Cross Country, Boys’ and Girls’ Soccer, Boys’ and Girls’ Track, Girls’
Golf, and for the first time, Baseball and Girls’ Basketball. Every single sports program at CHHS made a showing at State. We also have four coaches named as County Coach of the Year in their sports – Geoff
Pastrick, Football; Scott Long, Girls Basketball; Chris Watts, Girls Soccer; and Mick Harper, Baseball. Our football, baseball, and girls’ soccer teams were all named as County Team of the Year.
CHHS continues to foster involvement for both students and par-
website at www.alexander.dch.schoolinsites.com.
4899 Chapel Hill Road, Douglasville, 770.651.6200 and our faculty and staff stand ready to assist all students to achieve maximum success. If you have any questions, you may contact us at 770.651.6200 or visit our website at www.chapelhill.dch.schoolinsites.
ADOLESCENT CHILD SPECIALTY SERVICES
Child Struggling in School? Attention Problems? Comprehensive Testing for Learning Disabilities (Including Dyselxia) and ADHD
ents. We encourage parents to sign up for Parent Portal to monitor
your student’s progress and join the various booster organizations that support your student’s chosen extra-curricular activities.
Our administrators, Mr. Sean Kelly, Principal, and Assistant Principals
Ms. Jennifer Baggett, Mr. Gary Morris, and Ms. Stefanie Stinchcomb,
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8705 Campbellton Street, Douglasville, 770.651.6500
Douglas County High School Douglas County High School (DCHS), the home of the Tigers, is proud to be the oldest high school in the county. In addition to providing a full academic program that includes both honors and Advanced Placement (AP) classes, DCHS is also home of an International Baccalaureate (IB) Program. The school offers a full array of athletics and clubs that support a well rounded high school education. During the 2012-2013 school year, DCHS students competed in both academic and extracurricular activities. Devin Johnston was the STAR student for both DCHS and the Douglas County School System, boasting the highest SAT score in the county. This is the fifth consecutive year Douglas County High School has had the County’s Star Student. DCHS had 100% of their IB students pass all International Baccalaureate exams. DCHS was awarded by College Board grant monies to increase the number of offering of AP classes from nine to fifteen. Our students and teachers have also desired more academic elective course offerings, and we have added four additional academic electives. The Health Occupations Students of America (HOSA) Club held three blood drives
canned goods throughout the year, donating two truckloads of collected canned food.
DCHS is looking forward to the start of a new
school year. On August 7th, students will report
directly to their advisement classes where they will receive a final-
ized class schedule and other pertinent information. DCHS is on an alternating block schedule which means that students attend four ninety-minute classes every other day for the year, earning eight credits per school year. The school day begins at 8:35 AM
and ends at 3:40 PM. Both breakfast and lunch are available daily at a nominal cost to students.
There are a variety of clubs and athletic opportunities for all
students. Freshmen and new students will receive a club handbook
that provides detailed information on these opportunities. Parents
also have opportunities to participate in the School Council and PTSA as well as athletic and fine arts booster clubs. We also invite
parents to serve as mentors to students in need. School events are posted on our school website, and we encourage both parents
and students to participate whenever possible. Parents are always welcome at DCHS!
Tim Scott, Principal, will be happy to answer any questions. Dr.
throughout the school year that helped provide two scholarships
Scott may be contacted by phone at 770.651.6527 or by e-mail at
for seniors based on the number of pints donated. HOSA also co-
tim.scott@douglas.k12.ga.us. The assistant principals are Ms. Tiffa-
ordinated a canned food drive for the local food bank by collecting
ny Boyle, Ms. Michal Sims, Mr. Andre Weaver and Dr. Larry Moore.
College and Career Institute
The Douglas County College and Career Institute (CCI) is a
collaboration between the Douglas County School System, West Georgia Technical College, and the Douglas County Chamber of Commerce. The CCI provides opportu-
nities for students to participate in and receive credit for programs
that may not be offered at their base high school. Most of the programs offered at CCI are dual en-
rollment courses in which students
will receive both high school and college credit upon their comple-
tion. All courses will allow students to gain technical skills that increase
job prospects whether headed directly into the job market or on to post-secondary options. The CCI building is located on the West Georgia Technical College campus.
The following courses are offered at the CCI: Auto Tech, Broad-
cast Video (high school credit only), CAD, Cosmetology, Criminal
Justice, Culinary Arts, Dental Assisting, Early Childhood Develop-
ment, Game Development/Animation, Graphic Arts (high school credit only), Nurse Aide, PC Repair, Pharmacy Assistant, and Weld-
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Lithia Springs High School Science, Technology, Engineering, Math (STEM) The STEM Academy at Lithia Springs High School (LSHS) offers
the best place for our students. Parents, students, teachers, and community members are welcome to join the
programs of study in engineering and biomedical science. Students
PTSA. For more information, please contact Lena Willis, President at
in LSHS’ STEM Academy are engaged in rigorous coursework that
lenamwillis@yahoo.com.
focuses on real world applications of classroom instruction. To find
Christmas in Lithia Arts and Crafts Festival
out more about our program including admissions, please visit the
Planning has begun for our annual Christmas in Lithia Event.
STEM Academy webpage on our website.
There will be homemade arts and crafts along with local performanc-
The Parent Resource Center
es. Please contact Brittney Bentley at Brittney.Bentley@douglas.k12.
The Parent Resource Center (PRC) is open Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. Late and/or early appointments are available on request
ga.us or 770.651.6879 for more information. Stay in Touch
as well. The PRC is a part of LSHS’ Parent and Community Engage-
Parents/Guardians, it is very important that the school have accu-
ment initiative, a plan that focuses on increased parent involvement.
rate up to date contact information for you in case of an emergency.
To this end, the PRC is a school-based parent resource center that
If your contact information has changed, please contact the school’s
provides training and resources to parents of LSHS students, helping
Registrar, Mrs. Kelli Lawshee at 770.651.6800.
them to be effectively engaged in their child’s education. For con-
Our administration team for the 2013-2014 is Dr. Garrick Askew,
tact information on the Parent Resource center, please contact Ms.
Principal; Dr. Lee Collins, Mr. Alton Bias, Mrs. Caroline Whitt, and
Iteeah Pounds at 770.651.6700.
Mrs. Jessica Ainsworth – Assistant Principals. For additional infor-
PTSA
mation, you may contact us at 770.651.6700 or visit our website at
The 2013 – 2014 LSHS PTSA is playing an active role in engaging
http://lithiasprings.dch.schoolinsites.com. We look forward to work-
families in the life of the school. We look forward to your involvement
ing together to achieve success and pride for our students and our
this year and can’t wait to hear your ideas on how to make LSHS
community.
6946 Florence Drive, Lithia Springs, 770.651.4100
ing. For more information, please visit www.
DANGER SIGNS OF SKIN CANCER Basal Cell Carcinoma
douglascountycci.com or call 770.947.7690. Students interested in enrolling in the CCI for 2014-2015 should see their Career Center Specialist at their base high school.
Squamous Cell Carcinoma
CCI tours and information sessions will begin in September for the next year’s program participants. Any student who completes the entire registration process by February 7, 2014, will have their first semester fees paid. Ms. Mandy Johnson, Director of College and Career Programs,
ABCDs of Melanoma Detection
shared the following information about the CCI: • 99% of CCI’s dual enrollment students received at least one technical certificate by the end of the 2012-2013 school year. • Over 225 students are scheduled to attend the CCI during the 2013-2014 school year. • For the first time in 2012-2013, 22 students in the Culinary, CAD, Broadcast Video and Graphic Arts programs took End of Pathway assessments (EOPAs) for their individual pathway. Sixteen of the 22 students passed their EOPA; seniors were awarded cords to wear at graduation in recognition of their achievement. Plans include adding more programs this year.
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New Manchester High School New
Manchester
High
sented NMHS as its Teacher of the Year
also offered, including Health Occupations, Public Safety, Computer Applications, Mar-
School (NMHS) looks forward
Nominee. The Boys’ Varsity Basketball
to its third year of operation with an antici-
Team won the region title and made it to
pated enrollment of approximately 1,700
the Elite Eight round of state play, and the
students after graduating 230 seniors last
Girl’s Track Team won the region as well.
May.
NMHS anticipates many more accolades
In addition to providing a full academic program that includes both honors and
from its student body in the years to come both academically and athletically.
Advanced Placement (AP) classes, NMHS
This fall will see the implementation of
serves as a 21st Century Technology School
the Fine Arts Magnet Program at NMHS,
that allows its students to bring their own
which will allow students to have focused
technology devices to school to support in-
opportunities in both the visual arts and
struction. Furthermore, the school offers a
the performing arts through an applica-
full array of athletics and clubs that support
tion/audition process. All high school
a well-rounded high school education.
students in the Douglas County School
keting, Web Design, Food/Nutrition, and Early Childhood Development. NMHS has an Open Door Policy in place at all times that encourages parents and community members to visit and see firsthand all the wonderful activities taking place in the school, and we are very proud of our student body in making the past school year extremely successful. Principal, Connie Craft, will be happy to answer any questions and provide tours upon request. Contact her at 770.651.2700 or email at constance.craft@douglas.k12.ga.us.
Our
A review of New Manchester’s second
System have the option to apply for atten-
year shows a number of student/faculty ac-
dance. In addition to the magnet program,
Assistant Principals are Ms. Angela Holley,
complishments. Erin Meador represented
curriculum offerings at NMHS include Ad-
Ms. Fhonda Strong, Mr. Shawn Bissell and
NMHS as its STAR student, and Mr. Josh
vanced Placement (AP) classes providing
Mr. Terry Creech. For additional informa-
Martin was selected as the STAR teacher.
choices in math, science, English and social
tion, please visit our website at http://new-
Math teacher, Letracia McCray, repre-
studies. Multiple vocational courses are
manchesterhigh.ga.dch.schoolinsites.com.
Performance Learning Center The Douglas County School System offers several alternative
Academy. The Virtual Academy opened in November 2012 and
routes to graduation for high school students. The Performance
targets students that have 10 or fewer credits remaining to meet
Learning Center (PLC) is a small, non-traditional high school program. The PLC is made possible by a partnership between the Douglas County School System and Communities in Schools – a leading community-based organization in the nation that helps young people stay in school. The partnership allows the district to offer Douglas County families a high school program for students that need an alternative setting to meet their academic goals. The PLC creates a business-like environment where students complete assignments using online, computer-based curriculum infused with project-based learning. In addition, PLC students have opportunities to participate in job shadowing experiences, youth development activities, service learning, mentoring, and dual enrollment with technical colleges.
diploma requirements. The students have demonstrated academic success through either an end-of-course test or graduation test. Virtual Academy students participate in weekly college and career development sessions and are afforded the opportunity to complete their academic requirements off-campus using an online curriculum. The Virtual Academy Coordinator is a highly qualified teacher certified in math, special education, and leadership. The Virtual Academy coordinator works in conjunction with the PLC staff to provide academic assistance to students. Enrollment in both the Performance Learning Center and the Virtual Academy is ongoing. Students interested in either program should contact their school counselor for more information on start-
Currently, the PLC is staffed with an academic coordinator, ad-
ing the process. If you would like more information about the PLC,
ministrative assistant, youth development coordinator, and six high-
please visit our school website, contact your high school graduation
ly qualified learning facilitators.
coach or counselor, or contact Dr. Donita Cullen at donita.cullen@
On the same campus as the PLC is the Douglas County Virtual
douglas.k12.ga.us or 770.651.6475.
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The Chapel Hill Middle School (CHMS) faculty is excited about the start of the 2013-2014 school year! Our goal for this school year is to continue to increase academic rigor and relevance for our students. We intend to build on the climate of high expectations and achievement for all students. Chapel Hill Middle School is an Advanced Academic and Fine Arts theme school. A theme school is a school that serves the students within the established attendance zone and has a particular focus that increases opportunities for those students. We are pleased to announce that our recent student achievement data supports the known benefits of the Advanced Content Model. CHMS students have seen a 12% increase in their overall Exceeds Expectations performance over the last two years (as measured by the Georgia CRCT). We are very proud that our Reading Bowl Team won the Douglas County Reading Bowl Championship for the first time! Wildcat students also continue to excel in District, Regional and State Science Fairs. The CHMS Fine Arts Department is proud of the projects and
3989 Chapel Hill Road, Douglasville, 770.651.5000 performances our students participated in last school year. The Ceramics Studio, in its second full year, has hosted many expert artists and allowed for art students to create quality pottery pieces. Visiting art experts have noted that the CHMS Ceramics Studio is one of the best middle school labs in the nation. The Drama Club continues to be a favorite among students. The Band and Chorus programs continue to receive superior ratings at local and district festivals! The Chapel Hill Athletic Program experienced many successes this past year. The Wildcats won 6 out of 10 County titles in 20122013. This included: Softball, Football, Seventh Grade Girls Basketball, Girls Soccer, Boys Track & Field, and Girls Track & Field. We invite all parents to visit www.chmswildcats.com and review the details of our CCRPI School Rating of 93.5! Dr. Jolene Morris is the Principal and Ms. Jamell Barrett, Ms. Amy Ludlow and Mr. James Strong are our assistant principals. You may contact the school at 770.651.5000 or visit our website at http://chapelhill.dcm. schoolinsites.com.
Chestnut Log Middle School Our number one goal at Chestnut Log Middle school is educating the entire child. In order to do this, the teachers and staff are very dedicated to working with every student and parent. Aside from academics we have a lot of fun activities; CHAMP, the Chess Club, Student Government, Beta Club, basketball, football, track, cheerleading, Science Club, Book Club, soccer, and softball. Research shows that when the school and the parent collaborate the student will perform at a higher level and have a better chance
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to be successful in school. We have several opportunities for parents to get involved and volunteer. Our PTSA is very active and is growing. They are looking for more parents to join this great organization. Currently, the PTSA spends countless hours in the school making copies for teachers, helping with fund-raisers, etc. Please stop in and visit the front office and join our PTSA. I also love for parents to come in and visit the school during school hours. Teachers at Chestnut Log Middle School (CLMS) welcome parents to come in and visit the classrooms so that you can get a feel of what your student’s typical day in middle school is like. If you would like to visit your child’s classes during the day, or take a tour of the school during the day, please call and set up an appointment. We do ask for at least 24 hours notices. Lastly, I thoroughly enjoy meeting with parents and welcome vis-
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Factory Shoals Middle School The theme for Factory Shoals Middle School (FSMS) is P.R.I.D.E“Personal Responsibility in Developing Excellence.” Angela Carter, principal, Emily Felton and Daryl Holman, assistant principals, along with the faculty and staff of FSMS will work alongside the students, parents/guardians, and the community to help our students to become life-long learners. We will continue our commitment to excellence through promoting respect, safety, learning and achievement for all. At FSMS, we take pride in offering a wide range of academic and extra-curricular activities designed to engage and challenge all learners. We are proud of our continuous improvement in standardized testing and look forward to the many challenges ahead. Factory Shoals’ students had the most improvement on the 8th grade Writing Assessment in the system – 80% of our students met or exceeded including a 25% increase by our Special Education students. Our CRCT scores were equally impressive, tremendous gains were made in all areas. Our curriculum is designed to enrich and support all students and our dedicated staff is committed to providing a rigorous and
Fairplay Middle School
engaging educational experience while maintaining extremely high standards for student learning. The school is located at 3301 Shoals School Road and has approximately 900 - 6th, 7th, and 8th grade students. The 212,000 square foot two-story facility includes over 85 learning areas: program challenge, special education, band, inspiring chorus, art, gymnasium, media center, cafeteria, and computer labs. In addition, there are mobile computer labs, a prep room for every science lab classroom, elevators and administrative offices. Factory Shoals is extremely functional and provides students a 21st Century learning environment with wireless technology throughout. The mascot for FSMS is a “Knight” and our school colors are red and gold. The administrative team is extremely excited about the upcoming 2013-2014 school year and the possibilities it may bring. We look forward to meeting you, working with you, and enjoying the continuing journey of creating an excellent school. Visit our website for more detailed information on the school expectations and activities at http://factoryshoals.dcm.schoolinsites. com. Should you have further questions you are welcome to contact the school office at 770.651.5800
through the school. Fairplay is currently preparing to host 520 students in its recently renovated building. The small size of the school allows for
Fairplay Middle School (FMS) has been an educational
a personal educational experience. The faculty is very committed and ex-
mainstay on the south side of Douglas County for many
perienced. The students have celebrated success with the CRCT scores.
years. Multiple generations of families have matriculated
100% of our eighth graders met in the content of reading and 96% met in the area of math. Our scores are among the best in the county. The FMS students are complimented everywhere we go as a group of very well-behaved and polite young people. We give credit for that to the Fairplay parents. We are very fortunate to enjoy a great relationship with our families. Parents are a huge part of our culture. The band parents are amazing. They turn out to move equipment to concerts and feed the students before performances. Our band and chorus programs have been rated Superior by their peers at competitions. As a small school, many of our students participate in multiple sports. The parents of the athletes, including the cheerleaders, are phenomenal. Fairplay always has a great parental following to all athletic events. The Parent Teacher Student Organization makes school pleasant for the students and staff. This group of parents host events for the students and teachers. We do not charge a membership fee for our PTSO. If you would like to participate with this great group of folks, please call the main office for contact information 770.651.5300. We are very proud of our students and staff at Fairplay Middle School. We are looking forward to an awesome 2013-2014 school year. Go Jaguars! The administrators at Fairplay Middle School are Ms. Yvonne Kidney, principal, and the assistant principal is Ms. Felicia Hall. For additional information, you may contact us at 770.651.5300 or visit our website at http://fairplay.dcm.schoolinsites.com.
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Mason Creek Elementary is looking forward to the 2013-2014 school year as the very best ever! This is the fifth year our doors have been opens to students of the Mason Creek Community. We believe that all children deserve a quality education in a safe and supportive environment. This school year we have many new instructional tools to celebrate. We are offering our students access to a new on-line reading program, myOn Reader. This internet based reading program allows students unlimited access 24/7 to thousands of titles that are specific to each child’s interests and reading level. Selections include not only popular fiction titles but also a tremendous assortment of high-interest non-fiction titles. Additionally, our school is also the recipient of a $21,050 grant from Google. We have purchased interactive technologies for our students in our autism spectrum disorders programs to enhance their opportunities to learn and communicate more effectively. These interactive technologies include tablet devices, interactive tables, specialized apps and accessories. We are so appreciative of the generosity and support of the Google family.
7777 Mason Creek Road, Winston, 770.651.2500 One grant was for the IXL internet based math program for third graders. The second grant award is for purchasing thesauruses, dictionaries and atlases for students to use during instruction. In fifth grade, our teachers received a grant to continue to enrich our Medal of Honor Character Development Program. As the flagship education initiative of the Congressional Medal of Honor Foundation, the Character Development Program is the legacy of the Medal of Honor recipients, who view the program as the way they can inspire the youth of America to be great citizens of their communities, their country, and the world. We reward students for their academic achievement in exceeding subject specific common district assessments (CDA), quarterly perfect attendance, accomplishing monthly reading goals, good behavior, good citizenship and demonstrating positive character traits. Students are given special charms that are added to the “dog tags” throughout the school year. This highly motivating program for our 5th graders proved very successful in maintaining our school’s climate of quality in academics, good student behavior and family spirit. At Mason Creek Elementary, Wolf Cubs are way cool! Our principal is Mrs. Kathleen French and our assistant principal
Several of our teachers also received grants from the Public Educa-
is Mrs. Dawn Taylor. For additional information, please contact us by
tion Trust (PET) Foundation to further enhance the program we offer
phone at 770.651.4900 or visit our website at http://masoncreek.dce.
to our students. The third grade team received two grants from PET.
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Stewart Middle School Education has changed and continues to change every
munity to come and get to know their community school better. We
day. We’ve gone from chalk tablets and pails to digital text-
sponsor a series of community forums, academic, athletic and par-
books and online meal accounts. What has not changed is our desire
ent involvement activities. We have programs which will keep your
to see our children become successful by transforming our expecta-
child(ren) involved in differentiated remediation and enrichment,
tions into their own, thereby creating their own. There is nothing more
those of which will prove to help your child with understanding how
beautiful than watching our children overcome challenges, learning
the subject area lessons are collectively vital to their future.
more about themselves through those challenges while building character. As parents, isn’t that what we work so hard for? The school system is an important and necessary part of your child’s life. We see your children change and grow through the year and especially after summer break when voices have changed and kids who used to be shorter than us are suddenly towering over us. We invite you to continue to change with us by becoming familiar with your child’s new teachers, becoming more reliant on the information at your fingertips by accessing your child’s academic standings online, and changing the way you become a part of our school climate. Our school offers many opportunities and programs for your child(ren) to grow socially, physically, emotionally and academically. Among those and many other good things happening here at Stewart, our Title I program will continue to offer quality education as the primary objec-
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Eventually, your children will be face to face with change. They will have to decide if they want to be a part of change or stand against it. As a school that has experienced a lot of change over the last 10 years, we want to continue to be a part of your changing child, our changing educational system and the changing world. It is with the continued support of our County Office staff, officials and board members, community leaders, Business Partners, parents, our own faculty and staff, and STUDENTS that we continue to change to meet the needs of our students. We need YOU to be a part of the changes that are happening in our school and the community. Please stop by our school to find out how you can be involved by becoming a Partner in Excellence, a meaningful mentor or a valued volunteer. Your time will mean the success of our school and being a part of our change.
tive. Our faculty and staff are those which we can be proud to have
Come visit the place where spirit, pride and tradition nest in our halls
on board. They will offer many occasions for your child to grow. Our
and soar to new heights.
Parent Outreach Facilitator (POF) has many ideas on how you can be
Our principal is Mr. Dewayne Jackson and our assistant principal
a part of our school and remain a part of your changing child. Each
is Ms. Tonia Avent. For additional information, please contact us at
month, the POF hosts meetings or you can make an appointment to
770.651.5400 or visit our website at http://stewart.dcm.schoolinsites.
visit the Parent Resource Center. As always, we welcome the com-
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chool S le d id M r e n r u T Turner Middle School has seen student achievement gains over the course of three consecutive years! We have been able to accomplish our student achievement goals by setting high expectations for our students, teachers, administrators and support staff. At Turner Middle School, our slogan is, “The Best Middle School in Georgia.” We strive relentlessly to achieve this goal by incorporating new and innovative programs each year and by employing personnel that cares about and has a true passion for our community. Some of our initiatives include: our Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) program, which is the only middle school program in the county to date; our dual language program, which will be the only middle school program in the state beginning in 2014; our preparatory programs for I.B. (International Baccalaureate Program) currently offered at Douglas County High School. We also offer strong musical programs, outstanding foreign language programs in Spanish and French, and various clubs for our students to express themselves in a manner consistent with their innate talents. Students attending Turner Middle School have two responsibilities. Their first responsibility is to make As and Bs in all of their
Yeager Middle School Welcome to Yeager Middle School (YMS), “The Land of the Mustangs.” Our staff, students, parents, and community are excited about the 2013-2014 school year. As we welcome the beginning of the school
7101 Turner Drive, Lithia Springs, 770.651.5500 scheduled classes. Their second responsibility is to act appropriately, displaying an attitude conducive to a safe, orderly learning environment. Our middle school students do a fantastic job living up to these basic responsibilities and they are consistently challenged to do better each day. The faculty at Turner Middle School is the best. They give 100% effort, as expected, and go beyond the average call of duty to make Turner Middle School great. Come see for yourself! Turner Middle School is a rising star destined to display continual excellence in education. Our students and staff enjoy a diverse mix of people from around the world. We work together to bring out the best in each other and we hold ourselves to a high level of accountability. We have come a long way over the course of two years together, and as Turner’s “new” principal, I will not accept anything less. Our children deserve the best we have to offer to ensure their future. The administrative team at Turner Middle School is Mr. Kwame Carr, Principal, and Ms. Sarah Fredenburg and Mr. John Rowe, Assistant Principals. For further information, please contact us at 770.651.5500 or visit our website at http://turner.dcm.schoolinsites.com.
year, please take note of the following: if students enter the building prior to 8:10 a.m., they are to report immediately to the cafeteria. At 8:10, students will report to homeroom. At 8:30 a.m., daily announcements will begin and when those conclude (at approximately 8:35 a.m.), students report either to 1st period (A-week) or 7th period (B-week). The school day will end at 3:30 p.m. Students will again take seven classes all year long: Math, Science, English, Social Studies, Reading/Foreign Language and two Connections classes (Physical Ed., Band/General Music, Art, Chorus and new this school year, Career Development). YMS also offers athletics, extracurricular clubs, and organizations that support a well-rounded middle school experience. YMS remains committed to establishing a learning environment that is based on excellence in academic performance and the collective collaborative efforts of our staff, students, and parents. Together, we will facilitate a safe learning and social environment that will assure a rewarding life for all students, emphasizing student achievement and engagement. YMS will also assist your child in experiencing academic, social, and emotional growth. While we do believe in the nurturing of the middle school student, we also believe in utilizing a rigorous, instructional approach and closely monitoring student behavior. Parents also have opportunities to participate at YMS via the School Council and/or PTSA. Participation may also occur through athletic and performing arts programs as well as community forums. Additionally, parents and community members can serve as mentors to students through our MATCH Mentoring Program, Our administration consists of Dr. Fred Ervin, Principal, and Mrs. Robyn Scott, Assistant Principal. For additional information, you may contact us at 770.651.5600 or visit our website at http://yeager.dcm. schoolinsites.com. We look forward to working together and succeeding together to create and maintain a sense of pride for YMS.
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Annette Winn Elementary is an AWESome place to work and
Our After School Program (ASP) is for students in kindergarten
learn. We have a diverse community of both student and adult learners.
through 5th grade. During this time, students are provided time to work
Student achievement is our primary focus. We hold high expectations
on their homework. Information about the program is available on our
for all students and staff. Students and teachers are expected to set individual goals. School wide goals are set each year to improve achievement in all academic areas. Preparing students for the future is one of our long term goals. Technology is integrated into instruction with the use of interactive white boards, document cameras, subscription websites, and video and audio devices. We are a community oriented school, in which our programs expand outside the school walls into our community. Feel free to stop in and
website. We offer many after-school opportunities for our students, such as Chorus, Girl Scouts, a Science Club, and a Step Team. Annette Winn has a very dedicated staff, highly qualified teachers and wonderful support from our Partners in Education, PTO, Mentors, and Parents. We will continue to build a community of lifelong learners that become responsible individuals, independent thinkers, and productive citizens.
visit our Parent Outreach Facilitator, Mrs. Denine Pope, in our parent
Ms. Melanie Manley is the principal and Ms. Patty Hadley is the as-
resource center. We welcome community members to volunteer at our
sistant principal. If you have any questions, please call our school at
school in the form of mentoring students, as a Partner in Education (PIE),
770.651.3100 or visit our website at http://annettewinn.dce.schoolin-
Mentors, or participating in other events such as “Real Men Read.”
sites.com.
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Arbor Station Elementary School We are very excited and proud to welcome our Arbor Station Bears to
Ms. Melissa Joe is our principal and Dr. Sherritta Campbell is the assis-
our newly renovated school building! It is beautiful! Not only is the entire
tant principal. For additional information, please call us at 770.651.3000
school renovated, shiny and new, but we also have some new technol-
or visit our website at http://arborstation.dce.schoolinsites.com.
ogy to benefit and encourage student learning. Arbor Station is a happy, child centered school with high expectations. Our mission is to facilitate optimal learning in a secure and nurturing environment, empowering students to become responsible and productive citizens. Our philosophy at the Station is to reward exceptional effort and achievement. Arbor Station Bears have many opportunities to be recognized for superior work, good behavior and exceptional attendance. A student must read 15 books and pass an Accelerated Reader test with 80% correct to earn a puzzle piece. Kindergartners will receive puzzle pieces for fluency on sight words. The students’ names are read during morning announcements. It is our expectation that each student earn one puzzle piece each semester. Students demonstrating exemplary behavior at least 18 days during a grading period will receive a treat and fun time in the gym. Students with no tardies and absences each quarter receive a special breakfast during homeroom. Students are rewarded for being fluent with basic math facts. Students reaching their math goals are our Math Stars. Their names are announced during morning announcements. We believe the extra work our students are doing on math fluency is having a positive impact on their performance on the math section of the CRCT. This year the staff and faculty at Arbor Station are focusing on two goals. The first and most important is to increase the academic achievement of all students. The second is to improve attendance. I hope you will join with us in striving to achieve these goals. Please watch for upcoming news of our building dedication ceremony.
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Beulah Elementary School We are ready to begin an exciting new school year. The mission of Beulah Elementary is to provide a comprehensive educational
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Safety Patrol, Junior Beta Club, Chorus, 4-H, Reading Bowl, and Readers are Leaders.
experience enabling all children to reach their full potential. Our
We encourage parental participation through our Very Impor-
morning announcements begin at 7:55 a.m. and instruction begins
tant Parent (VIP) workshop programs, the Parent Resource Center,
promptly at 8:00 a.m. If your child is eating breakfast at school,
the MATCH Mentoring Program, being a reading buddy, room par-
please make sure they arrive in time to enjoy their breakfast and get to their classroom by 8:00 a.m. to avoid any loss of instruction. Beulah is a Dual-Language Theme School. As parents enroll their child(ren) in kindergarten, they have a choice of academic paths. They may choose to enroll their child(ren) in the Dual-Language Program or a traditional academic program. We have a dual-language strand in kindergarten through fifth grade. Students in these strands learn to read, write, and speak their grade level content by
ents, and opportunities to serve as classroom volunteers. Our After School Program (ASP) is for students in kindergarten through fifth grade. While in ASP, students are given time to work on homework, to play, and to interact with peers. The ASP hours are 2:45 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. The cost is $8.00 per day with a family registration fee of $10.00. Ms. Sheila Miller is our principal and Ms. Cher Algar-
being immersed in two languages. We are proud of the academic
in is our assistant principal. Regular office hours are
success of our Dual-Language students.
7:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. For additional informa-
Beulah offers opportunities for students to participate in extracurricular activities. We will continue to sponsor Road Runners,
tion, please call us at 770.651.3300 or visit our website at http://beulah.dce.schoolinsites.com.
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As summer quickly comes to an end, shopping for new school clothes, figuring out what new school supplies are needed, and building excitement about the new school year has begun. We here at Bill Arp Elementary, home of the Patriots, want to help parents make this transition as smooth as possible so we have come up with a few tips to help you get this school year off to a great start: 1. Begin to set daily routines before school starts and enforce them consistently. 2. Keep a positive attitude. Instead of focusing on what your child has to do for homework, focus on what they are going to learn. If homework still seems overwhelming, break it into smaller tasks that are more easily accomplished. 3. Talk to your child about ways to effectively deal with situations they may encounter, such as making friends. Providing children with tools to help them deal with these circumstances aids in building selfconfidence. 4. Ease anxieties by making sure your child knows where the bus stop is, how to find the bus after school, where they go when they arrive home, etc. Assisting your child with this will help them feel more prepared for school. 5. Make a point to get to know your child’s teacher(s), counselor, administration, front office personnel, parent/teacher organization representatives, etc. because this helps your child feel connected. 6. Be involved. Sometimes this is as simple as talking to your child each day about what happened at school. Bill Arp also offers an affordable after school program. If you are interested in the after school program and would like more information please contact the after school staff at 770.651.3204. The Principal of Bill Arp Elementary is Mrs. Julie Pierce and the Assistant Principal is Mrs. Christi McLendon. For additional information please contact the school at 770.651.3200 or visit our website: http:// billarp.dce.schoolinsites.com.
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School y r ta n e m le E r Bright Sta The faculty and staff of Bright Star Elementary are looking forward to the 2013-2014 school year and expect it to be a stellar year. We are the home of the Douglas County School System Elementary Counselor of the Year, Mrs. Beth Ruff. Mrs. Ruff enthusiastically provides the students with the opportunities to learn about anti-bullying, drug awareness, diversity, and careers. Throughout the year, Mrs. Ruff organizes and helps to organize the NFL kick-off, Red Rib-
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bon Week, Diversity Week, Black History Month, and Career Days.
Clark. She is recognized for her dedication to the students at Bright
The students enjoy the events planned throughout the year.
Star. Coach “A” encourages the students to develop healthy life-
Bright Star is also the home of the Douglas County School Sys-
styles. She is the sponsor of the Bright Star Elementary Road Run-
tem Food Service Cafeteria Manager of the Year, Mrs. Julia Thomas.
ners. She also works closely with Mrs. Ruff planning many of the
Mrs. Thomas works closely with her staff to provide the students with nutritious breakfasts and lunches. Mrs. Thomas works closely with the Douglas County School System Food Service nutritionists as well as with many state organizations. She always strives to improve the nutrition of our students and her smiling face brings a welcoming atmosphere to the Bright Star Café. In addition, our physical education teacher, Coach Tara Arbegast
events throughout the year. It is wonderful for our faculty and staff to be recognized for their dedication to our students. Our faculty and staff instill in our students the love of learning while having fun. Our Principal is Mrs. Dale McGill and Mrs. Lisa Golden is the Assistant Principal. For additional information, please contact us at
is one of five 2012-2013 Falcons First Down for Fitness Professional
770.651.3400 or visit our website at www.bright-
Teacher of the Year Winners. This award is presented by Kimberly-
star.dce.schoolinsites.com.
Douglas County Parks & Recreation Mission Statement
The mission of the Douglas County Parks and Recreation Department is to enrich individuals, families and the community through the provision of services, facilities, and programs that improve the quality of life in Douglas County, Georgia.
StAFF DiReCtoRy
The Douglas County Parks and Recreation Department provides the community quality recreational opportunities on a full time, year round basis. The department boasts approximately 2,000 acres of parkland, comprised of passive as well as organized or programmed parks and amenities. Throughout the year, the department offers Athletic, Aquatic, Community Recreation, Senior Adult, and Therapeutic programming as well as Special Events. Beautification, Maintenance and Park Patrol Divisions are also visible on a daily basis. Director Gary Dukes leads the department’s efforts and is surrounded with a professional and hard working support staff. Parks and Recreation staff can be reached at the Old Courthouse in Downtown Douglasville as well as at Deer Lick Park, Boundary Waters Park, Winston Park, Lithia Springs Park, and Clinton Nature Preserve. The department is here to provide services to the community in a professional and efficient manner. A quarterly Program Guide can be found at www.celebratedouglascounty.com which outlines programs and special events for that respective time frame. Please visit the website or go to www.douglascountyparks.com to register for any of the programs or special events listed. If you wish to call direct, please dial 770.920.7129 to reach someone at the Headquarters for the department. If you are looking for information for a specific park, event, activity or issue, please use the Staff Directory to assist you in locating the appropriate staff person to help you. We look forward to hearing from you and thanks for your patronage.
DiReCtoR Gary Dukes...................................................................770.489.3919 AquAtiCS SuPeRintenDent Jim Gay.........................................................................770.489.2175 BounDARy WAteRS AquAtiC CenteR Justin Hilderbrand, Program Coordinator..............770.489.2175 BounDARy WAteRS BASeBAll CoMPlex Peter trent, Park Manager..........................................770.489.2175 DeeR liCk PARk kaci Floyd, Guest Services...........................................770.920.7129 tammy Cochran, Guest Services...............................770.920.7129 tamekia French, Guest Services................................770.920.7129 AtHletiCS Brandon Davis, Program Coordinator.....................770.920.7129 CoMMunity PRoGRAMS & eventS Chad Griffin, Program Coordinator..........................770.920.7129 tHeRAPeutiC ReCReAtion Christie Mills, CTRS, Program Coordinator.............770.920.7129 litHiA SPRinGS PARk tracie ivey, Recreation Superintendent....................770.920.7129 PARk BeAutiFiCAtion CooRDinAtoR Morris ellison................................................................770.920.7129 PARkS SuPeRintenDent Danny Dinning..............................................................770.920.7129 PARk PAtRol SuPeRviSoR Greg Shepard................................................................770.920.7129 ReCReAtion SuPeRintenDent tracie ivey.....................................................................770.920.7129 WooDie Fite SenioR CenteR Sharon Johnson, Program Coordinator...................678.626.5630 WinSton BASeBAll CoMPlex Matt Hill, Park Manager..............................................678.293.1020
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Burnett Elementary School The faculty and staff of Burnett Elementary School (BUES) are geared
ginning of school. Emphasize to your child that they
up and excited about the 2013-2014 school year. We are actively plan-
are ready to meet the new challenges of another
ning and organizing so our students will have a great year filled with
school year.
academic success and fond memories. Our mission is to provide a chal-
Tip 4: Eat a healthy breakfast
lenging and positive learning environment where all students can achieve
Fuel your child’s body with a good healthy breakfast
academic success with the collaboration of school, home and community.
so they are prepared to get to work, or allow your child
As you prepare for summer to come to a close, BUES would like to offer five tips to help ensure your child has a productive and successful school year. Tip 1: Ease into the routine of school
to enjoy a great breakfast from our lunchroom. Tip 5: Communicate with us Parental involvement in education is important throughout elementary school. Talk to your child’s teacher regularly about his/her educational
Avoid first-day-of-school mayhem by practicing your routine a few
and social development or, if your schedule permits, volunteer your time
days in advance. Routines help children feel comfortable, and estab-
in the classroom or become an active participant in our Tiger Pack, which
lishing a solid school routine will make the first day of school go much
is our Parent-Teacher Organization.
smoother. Tip 2: Tool up Obtain the class supply list and take a special shopping trip with your
For more ways you can support your child with the transition back to school and other great parenting tips visit www.schoolfamily.com. We look forward to seeing our Tiger Cubs in August ready for another
child. Having the right tools will help her/him feel prepared.
year of learning and success. Dr. Marissa Ogando is the principal and Ms.
Tip 3: Stay positive
Teresa Abbey is the Assistant Principal. For further information feel free
A parent’s attitude has a strong influence on how children view the be-
to contact us at 770.651.3500 or http://burnett.dce.schoolinsites.com.
had an enjoyable summer vacation and that each student The faculty and staff of Chapel Hill Elementary School (CHES) are excited
is ready to work hard to achieve their very best this school year.
to begin the 2013-2014 school year. We look forward to welcoming our re-
Chapel Hill is a learning community focused on providing each student
turning students and those that are new to our school. We hope everyone
with a quality education. Our teachers, staff members and parents have high expectations for student success. At the beginning of the school year, students work with their teacher(s) and parents to set academic, attendance and behavior goals. During the year we work hard to maintain open lines of communication with parents to ensure that students meet their goals. During this school year, students will be “Hiking through the Habitats” as we work to increase student interest and performance in reading. You’ll notice this theme throughout our building from “Camp Kindergarten” to our Fifth Grade “Forest Rangers.” Reading goals will be set for each student at the beginning of the year and we will kick off our theme with the “Reptile Wrangler” presentation in August. Students are encouraged to participate in extracurricular opportunities that are meant to enrich our instructional program. These activities include various clubs such as Running, 4-H, Chess, Drama, and Chorus as well as Science programs after school. Our staff enjoys and appreciates the very active support of our school community. There are many opportunities for parents to become involved including Fall Festival, School Dance, Munchkins with Mom, Donuts with Dad and performances by our Drama Club and Chorus. Many of our parents take on a more active role by volunteering their time to assist teachers and staff members in preparing learning materials, setting up for our Book Fairs, etc. Mr. Robert Blevins, Dr. Kelli Spencer, and Ms. Minda Trexler make up the administrative team at Chapel Hill. For additional information, please call 770.651.3600 or visit our website at http://chapelhill.dce.schoolinsites.com.
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Dorsett Shoals Elementary School Welcome to the newly renovated Dorsett Shoals Elementary School! Over the summer, Dorsett Shoals Elementary was upgraded with new
makes all the difference in the success of our school. One major reminder for this year is our perfect atten-
technology, floors, furniture, and many other things. We are very excited
dance policy. Students who check out before half their instructional
about these upgrades and we hope that you will be too.
day is completed are counted absent for the day. Any student who is
Whether you are new to our school or returning we will make every
absent, tardy (arrives after 8:00 a.m.) or checks out early (before 2:30
effort to help your child achieve academically and socially this year. It is
p.m.) will not be eligible for the perfect attendance award. Attendance
our goal to create an enriched learning environment that engages each
plays a vital role in your child’s education. Students with perfect atten-
student. Dorsett Shoals has an excellent teaching and support staff who
dance for the entire month will have their name entered in a drawing at
work together to support your child’s learning.
our monthly attendance assembly. This means no absences, tardies, or
Of course, as the first teacher in your child’s life, we need and wel-
check outs. Perfect attendance means perfect attendance which can be
come your support and cooperation. Communication between home
achieved by regular, daily school attendance. Valuable instructional time
and school is an essential component for student success. Every Tues-
is missed when students are absent, tardy, or checked out. Our school
day, you will receive weekly information through the Panther Facts.
day begins at 8:00 a.m., but we highly recommend that you have your
Please check your child’s backpack for important school information.
child here by 7:45 a.m.
Feel free to write back with questions, suggestions, or concerns. In ad-
Finally, if your child needs additional support or if you have a concern,
dition, our school website (http://dorsettshoals.dce.schoolinsites.com) is
please do not hesitate to contact his/her teacher. It is our mission to sup-
also a wealth of information ranging from school supplies list to district
port your child in whatever way we can. Dorsett Shoals Elementary is
highlights. Be sure to check it out!
fortunate to have the resources that support students and their families.
Dorsett Shoals offers a variety of ways for you to support your children and our school. We invite you to become a part of the Dorsett
Working together makes a difference in the lives of our students. We are truly looking forward to a successful year with you and your family.
Shoals PTA as an active member. In addition, you may want to volunteer
Dr. Kacia Thompson is the principal and Mrs. Sharon Mucha is the
in the classroom, become a mentor, and/or serve on the school coun-
assistant principal. For additional information, please call 770.651.3700
cil. Your active participation and involvement in school events/activities
or visit our website.
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Eastside Elementary School Welcome to the 2013-2014 school year at Eastside
side. There are two half day conferences set aside for parent teacher
Elementary! At Eastside, we strive for excellence in
conferences and we ask that you please make every effort to come
academics and behavior. We continue to stress to our
for a conference. If these days are not convenient, just let the teacher
students our theme which is “Eastside is College Bound.”
know so that another day can be scheduled.
We offer many opportunities to involve our students in activities that
Mr. Sean Roach and Mrs. Heather Stewart make up the adminis-
will help them develop skills in several areas. The clubs include Dra-
trative team at Eastside Elementary. We have an open door policy
ma Club, Photography Club, Boy’s Club and Chorus.
and are available if you have any questions or concerns. We look
Also, at Eastside we have a Parent Resource Center that offers
forward to seeing our students that are returning to Eastside and
many resources to parents to help their child academically. Meetings
all of our new families. Please come by and introduce yourselves to
designed to help parents are offered throughout the school year.
us. We are look forward to another productive and successful year!
Our Community Outreach Facilitator is available to help parents in any way possible. You can reach them at 770.651.3800.
For additional information, please contact us at 770.651.3800 or visit our website at http://eastside.dce.schoolinsites.com.
Parents are an integral part of their child’s education. Parents are
8266 Connally Drive, Douglasville, 770.651.3800
always welcome and there are many volunteer opportunities at East-
Factory Shoals Elementary School Welcome to the 2013-2014 school year at Factory Shoals Elementary School, home of the Dolphins! At Factory Shoals we serve students in grades kindergarten through 5th grade. In addition to core academic instruction, we offer all students the opportunity to participate in Art, Music, and
Physical Education each week. We are also the home of one special needs pre-kindergarten class, one Mild Intellectual Disabilities class, and one Moderate Intellectual Disabilities class. Our goal each day is to provide a quality and rigorous curriculum that is designed to meet the individual needs of all of our students. Our focus each year is to increase the academic achievement of all of our students. Our teachers work collaboratively in teams to examine student work and assessment data and use that information to determine the effectiveness of daily instruction. At Factory Shoals we have high expectations for all of our students, both in academics as well as behavior. We recognize the importance of parental involvement in the total school program. We offer many opportunities for parents to become involved at school. Some examples of parental involvement opportunities are PTA, parent volunteer, mentoring program, and room parent. We encourage all parents and members of the community to join us this year for such events as our Fall Festival, Science Fair, PE Dance, Chorus concerts, talent show, Night of the Arts and various other activities. Please monitor our school website throughout the school year for opportunities to become involved at your school. We are excited for the chance to serve the students and parents of the Factory Shoals community. Our teachers are committed to providing a high standard of instruction in a safe and nurturing environment. Together we can achieve our goals of academic success for all. Our principal is Mr. Tommy Shadinger and the assistant principal is Ms. Tara Cowins. For additional information, please contact us at 770.651.3900 or visit our area of the school system website at www. factoryshoals.dce.schoolinsites.com.
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4909 West Chapel Hill Road Douglasville, 770.651.4000
learners. The standards create a foundation to work collabHolly Springs Elementary School strives for excellence on a consistent basis. Student safety is our number one priority followed by a rigorous academic integrated curriculum to challenge every student. Our educational philosophy is that all children can and will learn. Student learning is an exciting business and in our country at this time, we are moving toward the implementation of our first national curriculum called Common Core State Standards Initiative Preparing America’s Students for College and Career. Currently forty-five states, the District of Columbia, four territories, and the Department of Defense Education Activity have adopted the Common Core State Standards. The Common Core State Standards are the first step in providing our students with a high-quality education. The expectations for standards of success in each school will be clear to every student, parent, and teacher. Georgia fully implemented the Common Core standards during the 2012-2013 school year. The Common Core Georgia Performance Stan-
oratively across states and districts, pooling resources and expertise, to create curricular tools, professional development, common assessments, and other instructional materials. Our students will be given an opportunity to show what they know in a different format with our new assessment called PARCC = Partnership for Assessment of Readiness for College and Careers. We look forward to learning more about PARACC as it will be implemented in the 20142015 school year. PARCC’s goal is to provide guidance and support that will help teachers bring the Common Core State Standards to life in their classrooms. We are very proud of our academic success here at Holly Springs Elementary School. Our success is a combination of hard work and the partnership between students, teachers, parents, mentors, central office, staff, and community support keeping student learning a top priority each school year.
dards (CCGPS) provide a consistent framework to prepare students for
Our principal is Dr. Stefanie Cosper and the assistant principal is
success in college and/or the 21st century workplace. Effective imple-
Ms. April Gaines. We welcome you to visit our school and become a
mentation of the CCGPS requires support on multiple fronts, includ-
part of your child’s education. For additional information contact us at
ing strengthening teacher content knowledge, pedagogical skills, and
770.651.4000. We would like to encourage you to visit our website at
contextualized tasks for students that effectively engage 21st Century
http://hollysprings.dce.schoolinsites.com.
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Welcome to Lithia Springs Elementary School (LSES). You will find a family atmosphere at LSES with a kind and dedicated staff that shares a commitment to provide a quality educational opportunity for your child. It is our desire at LSES for you to have a successful school year. Our mission is to teach responsibility in an environment of respect and dignity. We believe that we have the best students, and that they deserve the best teachers. At LSES, we appreciate and celebrate the diversity of our students, staff, and community. We are very pleased with the academic accomplishments of our students. In the upcoming year, we will focus on improving the mathematics instruction that our students receive. We will also continue to advance our social studies, science, and language arts instruction, using formative assessments to help focus student learning. We are also happy to welcome the following new staff members to the LSES family: Tammy Odom and Heather Messer, both of whom will be teaching in our special education department. We have an open door policy at LSES. It is our desire that our school be an integral part of the community. Parents are welcome to volunteer in classrooms and encouraged to be active in the education of their child(ren). Parents are a child’s first teachers and are vital to helping them reach their fullest potential. We strongly believe in the truth of the Nigerian proverb, “It takes a village to raise a child.” We also encourage you to become a mentor. There are so many negative influencers today to which our students are exposed. Becoming a mentor allows our parents and community members an opportunity to have a positive influence on our students. For those interested in becoming a mentor for one of our students, please contact the school counselor. Our principal is Mr. William Marchant and Ms. Debra Snow is the assistant principal. For additional information on our school, please contact us at 770.651.4100 or visit our website at http://lithiasprings.dce.schoolinsites.com.
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Mason Creek Elementary School Mason Creek Elementary is looking for-
tively. These interactive technologies include
citizens of their communities,
ward to the 2013-2014 school year as the
tablet devices, interactive tables, specialized
their country, and the world.
very best ever! This is the fifth year our doors
apps and accessories. We are so appreciative
We reward students for their
have been opens to students of the Mason
of the generosity and support of the Google
academic achievement in exceed-
Creek Community. We believe that all chil-
family.
ing subject specific common district assess-
dren deserve a quality education in a safe
Several of our teachers also received
ments (CDA), quarterly perfect attendance,
and supportive environment. This school
grants from the Public Education Trust (PET)
accomplishing monthly reading goals, good
year we have many new instructional tools to
Foundation to further enhance the program
behavior, good citizenship and demonstrat-
celebrate.
we offer to our students. In third grade, Mrs.
ing positive character traits. Students are
We are offering our students access to a
Jennifer Baker received two grants from PET.
given special charms that are added to the
new on-line reading program, myOn Reader.
One grant was for the IXL internet based
“dog tags” throughout the school year. This
This internet based reading program allows
math program for third graders. The second
highly motivating program for our 5th grad-
students unlimited access 24/7 to thousands
grant award is for purchasing thesauruses,
ers proved very successful in maintaining
of titles that are specific to each child’s inter-
dictionaries and atlases for students to use
our school’s climate of quality in academics,
ests and reading level. Selections include not
during instruction. In fifth grade, our teach-
good student behavior and family spirit. At
only popular fiction titles but also a tremen-
ers received a grant to continue to enrich
Mason Creek Elementary, Wolf Cubs are way
dous assortment of high-interest non-fiction
our Medal of Honor Character Development
cool!
titles. Additionally, our school is also the re-
Program. As the flagship education initiative
Our principal is Mrs. Kathleen French and
cipient of a $21,050 grant from Google. We
of the Congressional Medal of Honor Foun-
our assistant principal is Mrs. Dawn Taylor.
have purchased interactive technologies for
dation, the Character Development Program
For additional information, please contact us
our students in our autism spectrum disor-
is the legacy of the Medal of Honor recipi-
by phone at 770.651.4900 or visit our web-
ders programs to enhance their opportuni-
ents, who view the program as the way they
site at http://masoncreek.dce.schoolinsites.
ties to learn and communicate more effec-
can inspire the youth of America to be great
com.
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Mirror Lake Elementary School We are ready for our students to begin on Wednesday, August 7th. The school looks great! The floors shine! Bulletin boards and classrooms are organized and creatively decorated to soften any anxiety one may have about their first day of school. At Mirror Lake Elementary, we strive to create a safe and inviting school atmosphere where students are excited about coming to school every day. Parents are always welcome at Mirror Lake Elementary. Our school safety policy requires all visitors to sign in at the front office and obtain a visitor’s pass. Although instruction begins promptly at 8:00 a.m., the morning announcements begin at 7:50. Students are frequently recognized at that time for various accomplishments and reminders about upcoming events are communicated. We encourage you to get involved and maintain contact with your child’s teacher. ParentStudent-Teacher conferences, PTA, frequent communication and volunteering in your child’s classroom are some of the ways to participate in your child’s educational development. We are proud to offer several before and after school activities for our students. Coach Hughes facilitates the F.I.T.T. Club in the morn-
2613 Tyson Road, Villa Rica, 770.651.4300 ings and Running Club one evening each week. Mrs. Murray and Mrs. Joiner sponsor the Chorus and Art Club throughout the year for various grade levels. Students in the upper grades can be nominated to join the Safety Patrol. Students in 5th grade are invited to join the Beta Club for academic excellence. New school enrichment activities this school year include the Science Lab, Chess Club, etc. In addition to our highly qualified staff, the success of Mirror Lake is also due to our parents and our Partners in Education. Local businesses such as Publix, Johnny’s Pizza, Walgreen’s, and others serve on school committees or participate in school related activities. With their help, some teachers are able to take the most challenging lesson and connect the learning standard to real-world situations. All of the staff at Mirror Lake looks forward the 2013-2014 school year. Be sure to visit the school website for information about S.O.A.R. or the Supply List at http://mirrorlake.dce.schoolinsites.com. Our telephone number is 770.651.4300. You may contact our principal, Mrs. Susan Calderara, at susan.calderara@douglas.k12.ga.us or the assistant principal, Ms. Chandell Johnson, at chandell.johnson@ douglas.k12.ga.us. Welcome to the Lake!
Mt. Carmel Elementary School 2356 Fairburn Road, Douglasville, 770.651.4200 Welcome to Mt. Carmel Elementary School - where family is an integral part of the tradition of our school and learning is our focus. Mt. Carmel Elementary takes pride in being a “family atmosphere”
school that is committed to the success of our students. Our school enjoys this reputation that was built by a staff of dedicated individuals. Mt. Carmel is more than just a place of learning. When others need help – Mt. Carmel answers the call! Our students sponsored a toy drive for our community this past December and raised over $800.00 to help children and families. Mt. Carmel Elementary staff members constantly seek ways to sponsor and assist our local families in need. Our school was recently recognized by the American Heart Association as the top fundraising school in Douglas County for the 2012-13 Jump Rope for Heart campaign. Our school was also the top fundraising school of all elementary schools in the Canines with Cancer program sponsored by the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office. Mt. Carmel was awarded the grant opportunity to host the DaySprings 5K Run this past November sponsored by Central Baptist Church. The proceeds from this project, the highest amount ever raised by a DaySprings 5K Run, helped fund the building of a running track for the students and our community at Mt. Carmel. The track was dedicated at the close of the 2012-13 school year in honor of Coach Chris Watts, long-time P.E. teacher at our school. Mt. Carmel has historically performed very well academically. This is certainly a tradition that is held very high among all of the shareholders of our school. This school was recognized in the Spring of 2007 as a Georgia School of Excellence. Principal Dr. John McGill states that he is fortunate to be able to work with such a wonderfully dedicated group of professional educators, devoted and caring parents, and super students. Ms. Karna Kelly is the Assistant Principal. For additional information, you may contact us at 770.651.4200 or visit our website at http://mtcarmel.dce.schoolinsites.com.
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New Manchester Elementary School Welcome to New Manchester Elemen-
well as a Writing and Science lab. These
other activities support stu-
tary School-Home of the Eagles! Our goal
opportunities allow students to explore
dents and provide a fun place
each day is to provide a safe and nurtur-
these areas more in depth.
to be after the school day that does not re-
ing environment for students where they
There are many opportunities for stu-
can confidently learn and grow. It is our
dent involvement at New Manchester. We
desire that students strive to achieve. Our
have a news crew that delivers the morning
mission is to challenge and encourage our
announcements and news via closed circuit
students to meet and exceed their goals
TV. This WEGL News team works togeth-
and dreams. Character education is a vital
er to provide a wonderful service for our
part of our environment which we call Eagle
school. After school club opportunities are
Pride!
also available for students. We have a Road
quire transportation to another site. Parent involvement is a key ingredient to the success of our students. Our parents are always willing to volunteer and support New Manchester. The strong PTA organization and School Council are advocates for the students and support a safe environment where high expectations encourage
All of the teachers at New Manchester
Runner club, chorus, drama, Drum, Go
Elementary are highly qualified and provide
Green (an environmentally friendly group),
an atmosphere of high expectations. Stu-
the Garden club and a new addition of
dents are encouraged to explore new ideas
AV/Media where students will learn about
principal; Dr. Kim Johnson and Dr. Robbin
and reach their full potential. Entering a
sound and lighting for school productions.
Washington, assistant principals. You may
students to excel. The administrators are Alesia Stanley,
classroom you will see students actively in-
Our After School Program (ASP) pro-
contact us at 770.651.4400 or visit our web-
volved and engaged in learning. Instruc-
vides a safe environment for after school
site at www.newmanchester.dce.schoolin-
tion is supported with a computer lab as
care.
sites.com.
Homework assistance, snack, and
2242 Old Lower River Road, Douglasville, 770.651.4400
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North Douglas Elementary School We are so excited to get the 2013-14 school year underway! This
mobile classroom on our campus. The PRC contains a
new year is following our best yet at North Douglas and we are look-
large variety of educational materials and resources such
ing for even greater things to happen this year!
as parent guides, educational games, instructional tools, supplies
The teachers and staff at North Douglas have been working extremely hard preparing for an excellent year. We are anxiously waiting to see how many students earned their medal for the work they completed over the summer in their ThinkStretch books. Parents, please make sure your students get those books turned in to their teachers in the first two weeks of school.
for classroom projects, and much more. Our Parent Outreach Facilitator, Mrs. Clements, is available to assist you as well. For PRC hours, please contact Mrs. Clements at 770.651.4828. Parents are invited to attend our Annual Beginning of the Year Title I Meeting, on Thursday, August 15, beginning at 6:30 p.m. in the
Throughout the year we will be offering various opportunities for
gym. Following a brief meeting you will be able to visit your child’s
students to be recognized for their hard work and improvements. We
classroom/grade level to receive some important information and
will also be providing some beneficial and informative workshops for
speak with your child’s teacher. We are looking forward to another
our parents to better enable you to work with your child at home.
amazing school year!
Check our school’s website for upcoming Parent Involvement meetings along with other fun events scheduled such as the Fall Festival, Career Day, etc. We will also be sending home flyers from the school every Tuesday and Thursday so check your child’s book bag for these. Parents, if you are in need of additional resources to assist you at home please check out our Parent Resource Center (PRC) located in a
Our principal is Ms. Fran Davis and our assistant principal is Ms. Tracey Seymour. For additional information, you may contact us at 770.651.4800 or visit our website at http://northdouglas.dce.schoolinsites.com.
1630 Dorris Road, Douglasville, 770.651.4800
South Douglas Elementary School The staff at South Douglas Elementary would like to welcome
Douglas Elementary are highly qualified and will do their
all of our returning students and new students to our school. We
best to provide a challenging educational program with
invite you to join us as we “Focus on Learning”. All teachers at South
high expectations. Attendance is an important factor in every child’s education. Morning assembly begins at 7:50 a.m. Morning assembly is a time to recognize student accomplishments and outstanding character traits so please make sure your child is at school by 7:50 a.m. Instruction will begin promptly at 8:00 a.m. and any student arriving at that time or later will need to be signed-in by a parent in the front office. Communication between home and school is essential. The school newsletter, The Bear Facts, is the vehicle which most school news is communicated. The Bear Facts will inform you of important events and dates. The school website is also a valuable resource for parents. To view the school website page please go to http://southdouglas.dce.schoolinsites.com. At South Douglas we encourage family and community members to get involved. We have an active volunteer program where parents, grandparents and community members provide support in a variety of ways. The Parent Teacher Organization (PTO) is a vital part of our success and we encourage everyone to participate. Students whose parents are involved in their child’s education are more likely to be successful academically. School administrators are Mr. Casey Duffey, Principal, and Mr. Paul Spence, Assistant Principal. The school phone number is 770.651.4500. Your support is important to us and your child’s education. Let’s join together to build a solid foundation and make this a great school year!
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Sweetwater Elementary celebrates our learning community! The school’s mission statement, “Empowering engaged learners for a life time of achievement and success,” permeates the school’s learning environment. The Learning Community, parents, students, staff, business partners and mentors, of Sweetwater participate in PTA meetings, parent workshops, PE field days, Winter Wonderland breakfast, Thanksgiving Feast, Goodies for Grandparents, Muffins for Moms, Donuts for Dads and the Annual Knight Awards (recognition of students, parents, business partners and staff) . Sweetwater Elementary students’ participate in: Pizza Hut’s Read to Succeed Program; Six Flags 600 Minute Reading promotion; Douglas County Spelling Bee and Special Olympics. Students who
demonstrate outstanding academic achievement, character and attendance are recognized quarterly and have the opportunity to become members of their grade level court during our Knight Awards recognition program in May. Students audition to be a part of Knight Step, a dance team. Drama kings and queens are encouraged to audition for the Drama Club. Gracket, a new sport, was created by Mr. Boberg, faculty sponsor. Gracket is a game combining the aspects of baseball, stickball, and cricket. Other opportunities for students include: Safety Patrol, Flag Corp, Transportation Corp, art club, ladies club and chorus. Each year students share their talents with our own version of “American Idol” called “Knight Idol.” Other spring events include grade level field days, drama productions and choral musicals. Students in 4th and 5th grade compete in a school Spelling Bee, as well as a Geography Bee. Sweetwater Elementary provides an after school program to assist parents with their child’s needs following the school day. The registration fee and one (1) week of tuition is required at the time of registration. The tuition rolls over from week to week if unused. The tuition is due prior to staying in the after school program. After school services are provided daily until 6:00 p.m. on days that students attend a full day of school. Dr. Teresa Martin is our principal and Mr. Michael Angresano is the assistant principal. If you have questions, please call our school office at 770.651.4600 or visit our website at http://sweetwater.dce.schoolinsites.com.
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Winston Elementary School
7465 Highway 78, Winston, 770.651.4700
Winston is a school where students exceed the challenges of high
Principal, Ms. Hester, the Assistant Principal, or any of the friendly of-
expectations, experience success and know that they are loved. Our re-
fice personnel and faculty. Morning announcements begin at 7:50 a.m.
sults from Georgia’s College and Career Ready Performance Index (ba-
where students are frequently recognized for various accomplishments
sically our overall rating from the state) is a 93.9! We could not achieve
– so make certain that your child is at Winston by 7:50. Instruction does
such high results without the true collaboration that exists between the
begin promptly at 8:00 and any student arriving at that time or later will
Winston faculty, our parents and our students.
need to be signed in by a parent. We encourage you to get involved
With that being stated, if you are not actively involved in your child’s
and maintain contact with your child’s teacher. Parent-Student-Teacher
education, we want you to be. Come see why Winston continually ex-
conferences, PTO (WESCO), frequent communication and volunteering
cels. We welcome you. We welcome new and returning students to a
in your child’s classroom are some of the ways to participate in your
great 2013 - 2014 school year. Winston’s reputation as a strong school
child’s educational development. We also ask that you read with your
comes from its community, the heart of the school. We look to our com-
child each and every night. Winston has four reading celebrations per
munity and ask that our students, parents, and teachers continue to
year and we want your child to participate.
work together to meet and exceed the learning goals and to keep the
We care about each child. With your help, we will continue to make
spirit of Winston alive. We want to continue that commitment and with
Winston the best learning place ever. Please read the Parent and Stu-
your help, it is going to be another amazing year!
dent Handbook posted on our website www.winston.dce.schoolinsites.
When you visit Winston, please check in at the office for a visitor’s pass and be sure to introduce yourself or say hello to Mr. Dailey, the
com. If you ever have a question, suggestion or concern, our doors are open to you!
SCHOOL CLOSINGS
When schools must be closed due to weather or emergency, metro Atlanta radio and television stations and local Comcast Cable Channel DCTV23 as well as CITI TV Channel 25 are asked to broadcast the announcement no later than 6:30 a.m., if possible. Information will be posted on our website at www.douglas.k12.ga.us, sent to Notify Me subscribers and made available on our ParentLink app for cellular smart phones. Please listen for these announcements and keep all school system telephone lines clear for emergencies. Any designated Holiday, Holiday Period, or Teacher Day may be used as Make-Up Day(s) as needed.
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Interscholastic Activities Opportunities to participate in interscholastic activities are numerous for all eligible middle and high school students. Last year, over 3,000 students participated in athletics in our system. Students participating in
George Chip, Assistant Director, Student Support and Athletics High School Association (GHSA) and abide by
School – Region 5AAAA; and Chapel Hill
its by-laws as well as regulations of the Board
High School – Region 4AAA.
of Education. Currently, all five high schools
All eight middle schools in the Douglas
compete in Region 5AAAA. The GHSA re-
County School System compose the Middle
interscholastic sports and fine arts at school
cently reclassified all high schools within the
School Athletic Conference and abide by the
tend to have higher grade-point averages,
state according to student enrollment. Ad-
by-laws established for the conference as well
better attendance rates, lower dropout rates
ditionally, a sixth classification was created.
as applicable regulations of the GHSA and
and fewer discipline problems. The activi-
Due to reclassification, our high schools will
the Douglas County Board of Education.
ties provide students expanded learning op-
soon be competing in different classifications.
Vital to the success of our interscholastic
portunities which include teamwork, respect
Following are the classifications of each high
programs is community and parental support.
for self and others, the desire to win, mental
school and the region they will compete in
Interscholastic activities are funded through
and physical self-discipline, and pride in their
this fall: Douglas County High School – Re-
ticket revenues as well as fund raisers. Parents
school and community.
gion 3AAAAAA; Lithia Springs High School
are encouraged to join booster clubs for re-
All five high schools in the Douglas County
– Region 5AAAAA; New Manchester High
spective sports and programs to assist in rais-
School System are members of the Georgia
School – Region 5AAAAA; Alexander High
ing funds and offering support in other ways.
Second Annual Teacher’s PET Fun Run
The Douglas County Public Education
from pre-kindergarten through fifth grade.
with your child’s elementary P.E. teacher.
Trust (PET) is sponsoring its 2nd Annual Fun
100% of the funds raised will be used to sup-
Sponsors are still needed to help fund the
Run on August 24 at New Manchester High
port the School System teachers through
Teacher’s PET Fun Run. PET is a 501(c)(3)
School from 8:30 a.m. - 12:00 noon. This an-
mini-grants for classrooms and recognition
non-profit. For additional information, please
nual event promotes fun and fitness for kids
of our Teachers of the Year. Please sign up
contact Don Remillard at 404.310.8950.
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Student Discipline
T
he purpose of the Douglas County School System’s Discipline Code is as follows: To ensure an envi-
conduct may not have been included. Con-
or expulsion and, depending upon the se-
sequently, students should expect to be dis-
verity of the offense, law enforcement offi-
ciplined for misconduct that is so obviously
cials may be contacted.
ronment for teaching and learning which is
inappropriate, particularly in light of societal
Parents and guardians are encouraged to
protected from disruption and harassment;
expectations and the scope of these expec-
inform their children that certain acts of mis-
to provide information to students and par-
tations that a specific expectation need not
conduct could result in legal charges. Please
ents about rules and regulations (expected
be written for every conceivable variation of
explain to your child(ren) that for certain
student conduct) of the school system and
behavior that directly affects the orderly mis-
acts of underage sexual conduct and other
possible penalties for violations of these
sion of the school.
crimes, a minor may be tried as an adult. It
rules and regulations; to provide uniform
Local school administrators have broad
is the responsibility of the student and the
administrative and disciplinary procedures
discretion to determine consequences for
student’s parents/guardians to demonstrate
in the local schools; to provide for enforce-
student misconduct at the local school level.
behavior that is appropriate at all times.
ment of school disciplinary rules when the
The range of consequences for misconduct
A significant rewrite of the discipline code
student is on school property, in attendance
that can be assigned by a local school ad-
occurred in 2013 based on Georgia State
at school or at any school sponsored activity
ministrator may include without limitation,
Department of Education guidance.
or engages at any time or place in conduct
student conference, parent conference,
The discipline code can be found in the
that has a direct effect on maintaining order
before or after school detention, In-School
Student Handbook and at the Douglas
and discipline in the schools.
Suspension, Saturday School, Out-of-School
County School System website: www.doug-
These rules are designed to notify stu-
Suspension up to 10 days per incident, refer-
las.k12.ga.us in the Policy Manual. Please
dents as to the types and range of behav-
ral to a Student Disciplinary Tribunal Hearing
review this information with your child to
ior expectations. Every specific variation of
which may result in Long-Term Suspension
reinforce the need for appropriate behavior.
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After School Programs Where is your child each afternoon? Do you worry about what they doing and who is supervising them? Do you need help with homework completion for your children? Each elementary school in our district offers a fee-based After School Program (ASP) which is designed to provide a safe, relaxed, and enjoyable environment for students during after school hours. Programs provide enrichment activities, social interaction with peers and homework help in a well supervised, structured setting for students enrolled in the school. The After School Program does not provide educational services to students and is not intended to be an educational program.
Pre-Paid Program Fees $10.00 registration fee per family (due upon registration) $8.00/per day, per child (regardless of amount of time in program) Tuition is due prior to the week they stay and can be placed in the ASP drop box located near the office. As funds are available, partial scholarships for the ASP may be available to students based upon need. Financial Assistance Applications are available at each individual school after school program site and the district website. Eligible students with disabilities who enroll in the After School Program will be provided reasonable accommodations and/or modifications in order to afford them meaningful access to the program. The Douglas County School System After School Program is made
Average program hours are 3:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Monday through
possible through the generous support of United Way of Greater At-
Friday and may vary depending on each site. Our programs are closed
lanta, Communities In Schools of Georgia, Communities In Schools of
on holidays, teacher workdays, conference days, early release days, and
Douglas County, and through student tuition.
summer break. Students wishing to participate must complete a regis-
For additional information contact Mitzi Teal, Executive Director of
tration form which can be obtained from the school. For detailed pro-
Communities In Schools of Douglas County at 770.651.2039 or contact
gram information and hours please contact your child’s school.
individual schools for registration details or questions.
Dual Language Program The Dual Language Program at Beulah Elementary School expands to all grade levels this year, as the inaugural class advances to 5th grade. The program, in which grade level content is taught in both English and Spanish, affords all students the opportunity to acquire a second language! Both native English-speaking students and native Spanish-speaking students receive half day instruction in each language. The program goal is to provide students with an “enriched education” – enabling them to reach a high level of proficiency in both their first language, their second language, and in cross-cultural attitudes and behaviors. In addition to the academic benefits, Dual Language Education also positively impacts our community and economy. In April, 2013, the State of Georgia Department of Education formally announced six new dual language programs in Georgia for the 2013-2014 school year. From the press release announcing the initiative: “Based on what global companies in Georgia tell us, we have set a goal for Georgia to have twenty dual-immersion programs in place by 2020,” said State School Superintendent Dr. John Barge. “These programs will help ensure a Georgia workforce that is fluent in languages and skilled at cultural interactions that are necessary for the economic development of our state and region.” (Dr. John Barge, Superintendent, Georgia Department of Education, April 17, 2013) Beulah Elementary School has served as a model for the State and for districts that are beginning programs this fall. Visitors are amazed when they visit a classroom in which ALL students are actively partici-
pating in a lesson on equivalent fractions – all delivered in Spanish! In this model, the students acquire the new language simultaneously with their grade level content! No extra “Spanish class” necessary – half of their day is in the “target language!” This fall, our strand of dual language spans each grade level from kindergarten through fifth grade. The program will also expand (in modified form) to Turner Middle School as our students move into the 6th grade.
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Take Time to Mentor
T
hroughout life we go through phases that bring us in the presence of rare individuals - individuals who impact our lives in a very special way. If we think back to our childhood, we can all remember someone we looked up to as a role model or mentor. A teacher, youth leader, neighbor, friend, or relative; someone we always knew would be there if we needed them. Today that mentor could be you! Mentoring is a great way to contribute to the life of a child, to share a talent, provide encouragement, tutor, and more. The MATCH Program is a school based mentoring program that connects participating students in the Douglas County School System with caring adults. We are looking for adults who want to make a difference by giving just one hour a week of their time to mentor. After submitting an application and successfully completing a background check, candidates attend a brief training on school policies, updated mentoring
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techniques, tutoring ideas, and more. After training is complete, mentors are required to have a background check and fingerprinting process performed by our office. Once the results are back and mentors are cleared they can then select the school of their choice in which to mentor, and attend a school orientation with the designated counselor. Any student enrolled in the Douglas County School System has the opportunity to be involved in the MATCH Program. We provide mentoring at all grade levels, elementary, middle, and high school. To ensure safety and provide the best services to our students, all participating students are required to have a parent permission form signed, dated, and returned to their school’s counselor. Once that has been completed, the school matches each mentor with a student, and then the student and mentor can meet and begin establishing a mentoring relationship. Mentors spend an hour per week with student mentees at the school engaging in age-appropriate activities that include reading, tutoring, educational activities, talking about jobs or researching colleges. The program goals are to support students to increase school attendance, improve grades, and test scores. Mentoring helps each mentee feel supported in life and school. They know someone is coming to their school to see them! Current mentors often say they get more out of the mentoring relationship than their mentee. Mentor trainings are offered once a month at various locations. For more information please email mentor@douglas.k12. ga.us or call 770.651.3445 or 770.651.6492.
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2013- 2014 School Level Teachers of the Year A teacher from each of Douglas County’s 33 schools has been selected to be honored as their school’s 2013-2014 Teacher of the Year. Each school selected a teacher to honor who is extremely dedicated, knowledgeable, and planning to continue in active teaching status in Douglas County. A workshop to help school candidates move forward in the process was held on May 29 in Citizens’ Hall at the Douglas County Courthouse. Speakers were Dr. Gordon Pritz, Superintendent; Jeff Morris, Vice Chair of the Board of Education; and Linsey Strickland McEntee, 2012-2013 Douglas County Teacher of the Year. Each teacher’s county level application will be read and scored by a selection committee. The top eight candidates (two each from the middle and high school level and four from the elementary school level) will be observed teaching in their classroom. The selection committee will interview the eight candidates and name a finalist for each area – Elementary, Middle and High School Teacher of the Year – as well as the overall Douglas County Teacher of the Year. Recognition of all school level candidates will be held on Friday, October 4 at Foxhall Resort and Sporting Club, 8000 Capps Ferry Road, Douglasville. The reception will begin at 4:30 p.m. and the public is invited to attend. The announcement of the Douglas County Teacher of the Year and level honorees will be on Saturday, October 5, at 2:00 p.m. during the annual Foxhall Family Festival at Foxhall Resort and Sporting Club. The school level teachers of the year are as follows: Jason Backus, Alexander High School; Miranda Martin, Annette Winn Elementary School; Kristina Glenn, Arbor Station Elementary School; Dr. Andrea Nesbitt, Beulah Elementary School; Jeanette Dutcher, Bill Arp El-
ementary School; Kathryn Howard, Bright Star Elementary School; Brandi Goldin, Burnett Elementary School; Michelle Jacobs, Chapel Hill Elementary School; Whitney Lester, Chapel Hill High School; Christal Wagner, Chapel Hill Middle School; Sheila Watts, Chestnut Log Middle School; Richard Sills, Dorsett Shoals Elementary School; Kyra Beris, Douglas County High School; Jennifer Waits, Eastside Elementary School; Lori Blevins, Factory Shoals Elementary School; Brittany Morgan, Factory Shoals Middle School; Robert Sheperd, Fairplay Middle School; Billy Carnes, Holly Springs Elementary School; Erika Prewett, Lithia Springs Elementary School; Arabela Haynes, Lithia Springs High School; Darien Carruth, Mason Creek Elementary School; Suzanne Butler, Mason Creek Middle School; J.D. Hughes, Mirror Lake Elementary School; Tim Jenkins, Mt. Carmel Elementary School; Terry Pino, New Manchester Elementary School; McKeith Cordell, New Manchester High School; Allison Morgan, North Douglas Elementary School; Lisa Carruth, South Douglas Elementary School; Tanganeki Shackleford, Stewart Middle School; Casey Mullins, Sweetwater Elementary School; Dr. Carol Lobban, Turner Middle School; Meredith McTyre, Winston Elementary School; and Tammy Jones, Yeager Middle School.
Foxhall Family Festival Mark your calendar for Saturday, October 5 and don’t miss the fun at the second annual Foxhall Family Festival benefiting the Douglas County School System. The all-day festival will be held at the Foxhall Resort at 8000 Capps Ferry Road. It is an outdoor festival featuring fun, games and activities. Last year 11,000 attended and it is expected to grow larger this year. The Foxhall Family Festival is the largest fundraiser for the Douglas County School System. With over 1100 acres of manicured fields and paddocks, the annual Douglas County School System Foxhall Family Festival is planned to become the premier festival of its kind in the southeast. The Foxhall Family Festival will feature games and recreational activities appealing to children of all ages and parents alike. The 2013-2014 Douglas County Teacher of the Year will be named during the festival. Scheduled outdoor activities include festival games, pony rides, archery, fishing, inflatables, hayrides, music, petting zoo, fun runs, food trucks, and more. Major sponsors are needed for Douglas County School System’s Foxhall Family Festival. Sponsorships help offset the costs associated with the festival and give businesses significant exposure at a major event which will be attended by thousands of families from the local community. Multiple sponsorship levels are available, from $100 to $25,000, and all provide businesses the opportunity to support the Douglas County School System. For more information and a video about the festival, visit: www.foxhallfamilyfestival.com or the system website at www.douglas.k12.ga.us. 2013 - 2014 STUDENT & PARENT GUIDE | WWW.DOUGLAS.K12.GA.US | DOUGLAS COUNTY SCHOOL SYSTEM
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Health Matters
Your child’s health and safety
The student handbook also contains valuable information regard-
is always important to us at the
ing medication administration at school. While we assist with admin-
Douglas County School System
istering medication to those students who must receive them during
(DCSS). We recognize the unique
school hours, we must have the appropriate permission forms com-
relationship between healthy stu-
pleted. We recognize it is one more “form” to have completed, but
dents and quality learning. Our
for safety reasons, we kindly ask your cooperation in this matter.
school system employs six full-time
As the school year begins, we have many students who suffer
Registered Nurses (RN’s) to help provide
asthma symptoms at school. If your child has asthma, please review
oversight for all health related issues within the
with him or her appropriate asthma management, to include taking
schools. In addition, each school has a designated “health monitor”
preventive medications at home as prescribed by their doctor. We
who assumes day-to-day management of health related issues within
encourage our students with asthma to keep a rescue inhaler with
their school. The health monitor is an unlicensed employee who is
them at all times, even during school (with appropriate permission
trained in basic first aid and medication administration.
form completed).
If your child has a chronic medical illness or condition which may
While we like to see students healthy and attending school regu-
require treatment or monitoring at school (diabetes, seizures, severe
larly, we recognize that at times it may be more appropriate for stu-
asthma, sickle cell disease, etc) please inform your school’s health
dents to remain home when they are ill. If your student has a fever, as
monitor. They will arrange an appointment with one of our school
well as other signs of illness such as nausea/vomiting, diarrhea, sore
RN’s to assist in developing a care guide for your student.
throat, coughing, aches, congestion, fatigue, unexplained rashes, etc.
You have been asked to complete a health information form for your child. Please insure you complete this form and return it to school
it may be more appropriate for them not to return to school until the signs/symptoms of illness have resolved.
as soon as possible. This form provides us with valuable information
Communication with school personnel is very important if there are
should your child become ill and/or injured while at school. Please
health related issues that could impact your child’s education. Please
remember that in many cases, those “alternate” phone numbers we
feel free to share any of these concerns with school staff. Your child’s
ask for are very important should we not be able to reach you during
education, as well as their health and safety, is always a priority with
the school day.
us.
Eighth Year of International Baccalaureate Program to Begin in Fall 2013 The International Baccalaureate (IB) Program is a comprehen-
The program offers students enhanced learning opportunities
sive academic program for high achieving academically able stu-
as well as opportunities for significant credits accepted at the Uni-
dents. It is not simply a series of courses. Its objective is to de-
versity level for students achieving sufficiently high IB test results.
velop knowledgeable, caring, reflective students who are good
In September of 2009, the state Board of Regents approved a pol-
communicators and problem solvers. The program began in 1968
icy whereby students can earn up to 24 college credits. The pro-
in Geneva, Switzerland. Douglas County High School’s program is one of twenty-six diploma programs in Georgia and one of 2,300 programs in over 129 countries. The program strives to develop the whole student while giving students greater opportunities for scholarships, acceptance at competitive universities, and the opportunity to earn college credit. All Douglas County students are given the opportunity to apply for admission to the IB program at Douglas County High School.
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gram is recognized internationally and gives students advantages for scholarships and admission to highly selective universities. The first graduating class received $1,514,454 in scholarships and the IB class of 2011 received $2,818,503. The average GPA for Douglas County students graduating with an IB diploma in 2010 was 3.718 and the average SAT score was 1247. The average GPA and SAT score continues to be significantly higher than
The application process for 2013 began in the fall of 2012 as
that of students in a regular program with 13 students in the class
Corinne Barnes, IB Coordinator, visited all middle schools. These
of 2013 graduating with a 4.0. However, the most significant ben-
visits were followed with an IB Open House at Douglas County
efit of the program as reported by Douglas County students is the
High School in mid October. The deadline for applications was
development of life and academic skills that they learn from this
December 14th. Interviews took place in late January and students
comprehensive program that includes all academic courses from
were notified of acceptance in early March.
9th to 12th grades.
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21st Century Community Learning Centers After School Program Grants The Douglas County School
is to help offset the academic struggle that occurs in the transition from
System currently operates six
middle school to high school by targeting at-risk students in grades 9th
21st Century Community Learn-
– 12th. This grant just completed year one of a five year funding award.
ing Center (CCLC) Grant Pro-
Each grant site provides students with a wide variety of after school
grams that serve 15 schools.
activities such as academic tutoring, homework assistance, academic
These grants were awarded
enrichment sessions, and cultural/fine arts education, technological and
by the Georgia Department
character education. The program also provides students with opportu-
of Education through a com-
nities to participate in summer camp, field trips and listen to speakers on
petitive grant process. The 21st
topics such as life skills, academic motivation, college and career pros-
CCLC
Program
was
developed to provide federal funds to local schools and organizations to operate after school programs for the purpose of: • Providing opportunities for academic enrichment and tutorial services for students • Offer students a broad array of additional services, programs, and
pects, drug awareness, conflict resolution, and violence/gang prevention. All students receive a daily snack and are provided with transportation home each day. Strong emphasis is placed on intensive academic tutoring, remediation, acceleration, and enrichment activities. All activities correlate with the Common Core Georgia Performance Standards (CCGPS) to ensure program activities correlate with the school day and meet the individual needs of each participant. For more information about the 21st Century Community Learning Center Program please contact Mitzi Teal, Executive Director of Communities In Schools of Douglas County and the 21st CCLC Project Director, at 770.651.2039 or email her at mteal@cisga.org or mitzi.teal@ douglas.k12.ga.us. You may contact individual schools regarding student eligibility and qualification requirements.
activities to reinforce and complement the regular academic program; and • Offer families of 21st CCLC students opportunities for literacy and related educational development All six programs target students who are in need of additional academic assistance. Criteria for students to qualify for available slots includes: academic performance below grade level; not meeting state standards on tests; and/or failing grades in one or more subjects/classes. We have seven middle school sites with this grant. CHAMP (Champion High Achievement in Middle School Performance) serves students at Chestnut Log, Stewart, and Turner Middle Schools. The FOCUS grant serves students at Chapel Hill and Yeager Middle Schools. Mason and Factory Transition serves students at both Mason Creek and Factory Shoals Middle Schools. All seven of these sites serve qualifying students in grades 6th – 8th. These schools include a 6th grade transition component for students during the school year and summer. These grants are slated to end in June of 2014 with reapplication opportunities from the state in the winter of 2014. The district has five elementary 21st CCLC programs. The STAR grant serves 3rd – 5th graders at Arbor Station and Winston Elementary Schools, and Kindergarten – 5th graders at Dorsett Shoals Elementary. Mason and Factory Elementary Transition grants serve 3rd – 5th graders at Mason Creek and Factory Shoals Elementary Schools. These grants are slated to end in June of 2014 with reapplication in January of 2014. High Achiever CHAMPS serves students at Douglas County, Lithia Springs and New Manchester High Schools. The focus of this program 2013 - 2014 STUDENT & PARENT GUIDE | WWW.DOUGLAS.K12.GA.US | DOUGLAS COUNTY SCHOOL SYSTEM
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PET Recognition Reception and 20th Anniversary Celebration This year marks the 20th anniversary of the formation of the Doug-
The recipient was Kylie Black of Alexander High School
las County Public Education Trust, Inc. (PET). The PET Board enhanced
Two Performance Learning Center students were honored with the
their annual Scholarship and Classroom Mini-Grants Program on April
Don Remillard Scholarship. The fund for the scholarship was established
24 with an anniversary celebration attended by close to 100 people.
by the community in 2010 to honor Mr. Remillard’s 37 years of service to
PET Board Member and Board of Education Chair Janet Kelley and PET
the Douglas County School System. Two students were awarded $500
Board Member Henry Mitchell shared the Master of Ceremonies duties
each. They are
at the event. Dr. Gordon Pritz thanked PET Board Members for their commitment to students and teachers through PET initiatives.
Nedra Lartey and DeAndrienne Wright. The final two scholarships awarded at the event were established in
Attendees were informed of PET’s mission which is to generate, mon-
memory of Nora McDonald, a beloved school system employee who
itor, and dispense funds; to provide financial support to programs for
passed away in 2011. Mrs. McDonald had a heart for all students and
enrichment; and to encourage, recognize and reward excellence in the
she worked in many schools and the district office. While working at
students and staff in the Douglas County School System (DCSS). The
the Douglas County College and Career Institute (CCI) Mrs. McDonald
PET Board strives to award funds annually in grant monies through their
became close to many of the students and encouraged them to follow
Classroom Initiative Mini-Grants to teachers for programs not already
their dreams into a future career. After her death, a scholarship was set
funded by local, state or federal dollars.
up in her memory by her family in conjunction with staff at the CCI.
PET is supported by private donations, corporate donations and
Scholarship winners are Trae Green and Melanie Luhr.
grants. A number of ongoing generous business supporters help PET
DCSS Board Member Dr. Sam Haskell spoke to the group about his
fulfill their mission. They include GreyStone Power and MembersFirst
support for technology in the classroom. He annually funds the Dr. Sam
Credit Union. Brook Cole of Foxhall Resort and Sporting Club presented
Haskell Technology Innovation Grants. Grant winners are Rocio Broyles
PET with a check for $500 to support PET’s ongoing work. Many Doug-
of Alexander High School and Brian Little of the Douglas County Col-
las County School System employees also support PET through their
lege and Career Institute.
monthly or one-time gifts. Over $500 is donated to PET monthly by employees. Mrs. Kelley gave some recent statistics on the integral part of the lives of students and staff that PET has played for 20 years. She stat-
The PET Board awarded $16,000 in Classroom Initiative Mini Grants to teachers for the 2013-2014 school year. Out of 49 grant applications, PET was able to fund 25 mini grants that will be directly used to educationally impact student success.
ed that since 2003, over $100,000 has been awarded in mini-grants to
Classroom Initiative Mini Grants were awarded as follows: Beulah El-
teachers to help improve student achievement. In addition, during the
ementary School: Dual Immersion Program - A Dual-Language Immer-
last ten years, PET has awarded over $70,000 in scholarships to students
sion Literacy Project; Bill Arp Elementary School: Patriot Ringers; Dorsett
to help them pursue their higher education goals.
Shoals Elementary School: Promethean Power; Strengthen Our Core
PET Board Chair and former DCSS Superintendent Don Remillard
Collection With New Nonfiction Books; Adapted Playground Equip-
discussed the second annual PET Fun Run set for August 24 at New
ment; Captivating Comprehension; Plinko Math Interactive Games; and
Manchester High School. The run is a back to school event that pro-
Tip-Top Testing Strategies; Holly Springs Elementary School: No More
motes fun and fitness for students from pre-kindergarten through fifth
Chairs!; Mason Creek Elementary School: From Home to School Math
grade. Mr. Remillard commended Dr. Sherri Hintz and Kenny Duncan for
is Cool; Reference Ready; and Medal of Honor; Mirror Lake Elementary
helping PET coordinate and put on the run. Funds raised at the event
School: PebbleGo Online Databases; Sweetwater Elementary School:
help fund mini-grants for teachers.
The “Ball” of Energy in My Classroom; Kindles for Kids: Literacy in the
Mr. Mitchell began the awards segment of the program with the Billie
Common Core Era; and Mind Launchers; Mason Creek Middle School:
Yancey Memorial Scholarship Award. Ms. Yancey’s nephew Bob Yancey
Audio Video Ladibug Document Camera; Scholastic ScienceWorld
spoke to the group about Ms. Yancey’s life. Miss Billie Yancey was a
Magazine; and Audio Video Ladibug Document Camera; Stewart Mid-
lifetime local resident and a Douglas County High School graduate. She
dle School: Meet You in the Middle; and Update Psycho-Educational
worked 45 years with C&S Bank in Atlanta and was a beloved employee.
Video Library; Douglas County High School: “Click” ‘N Learn; Lithia
Since she never married and had many family members, she decided to
Springs High School: Back-to-Back Championship; and New Manches-
donate her assets to help Douglas County students. A scholarship in her
ter High School: Biblioteca Espanola.
name was established after her death in 2005 and is administered by
The PET Board is chaired by Mr. Don Remillard, former Superinten-
PET. The estate donated $191,261 for the perpetual fund that awards
dent for the Douglas County School System. Other board members are
$1,000 grants to students graduating from a Douglas County public
Terry Baggett, Athena Bryant, Sissy Bunch, Ruby Byers, Lynne Cole, Rod-
high school. The number of grants available is based on the yearly fund
ney Davis, Marian Dowland, Terry Hardy, Kizzy Howell, Sherry McKinley,
earnings, the principal is not touched.
Henry Mitchell, Don Pollard, Chris Stanley, Tim Williams, and James Wil-
Three students were awarded Billie Yancey Memorial Scholarships of
son. Terry Baggett is the longest serving PET Board member. If you are
$1,000 each. They are: Drew Gamel, Alexander High School; Kelsey An-
interested in serving as a PET Board Member or committee volunteer,
derson, Chapel Hill High School; and Shannon Merritt, Douglas County
contact Douglas County School System Community Relations Director
High School.
Karen Stroud at 770.651.2037 or visit our website at www.douglaspub-
One student was awarded the Gold’s Gym Scholarship for $1,500.
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Advertiser Directory The Douglas County Board of Education and Chapel Hill News & Views would like to thank the community minded businesses which have made this Student & Parent Guide possible. Through their advertising support, the school system was able to provide this important information to all of the students, and their parents, in the public school system in Douglas County at no cost to the taxpayers of Douglas County. Those businesses include: Air Conditioning & Heating
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Anchor Heating & Air Conditioning 6556 Adair Place..............770.942.2873 (See our ad on page 59) Assured Comfort Heating & Air .........................................770.942.1938 (See our ad on page 36) Certified Air Care..............770.577.4167 (See our ad on page 56)
SportsClips Haircuts 6977 Concourse Pkwy....678.267.2700 (See our ad on page 64)
Adolescent Child Specialty Services 4935 Stewart Mill Rd.......404.310.1161 (See our ad on page 35)
Books
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Antiques The Curiosity Shoppe 7322 Bankhead Hwy.......678.715.9995 (See our ad on page 12)
Art/Pottery Classes Cultural Arts Council 8652 Campbellton St......770.949.2787 (See our ad on page 18) Local Color 111 Main St, VR...............404.408.8285 (See our ad on page 63) The Red Cockerill Gallery 2845 Cemetery St Astll...770.944.3160 (See our ad on page 28) Your Fired Creations 6716 Broad St.................678.324.6128 (See our ad on page 30)
Auto Body & Paint Shops Hwy 78 Body Shop 3307 Bankhead Hwy, LS.770.948.8605 (See our ad on page 23)
Auto Dealers - New & Used Scott Evans Chrystler, Dodge, Jeep 2280 Bnkhead Hwy, Cton.770.834.5050 (See our ad on the inside back cover) Scott Evans Nissan 725 Bnkhead Hwy, Cton...770.832.8222 (See our ad on the inside back cover) Thornton Chevrolet 1971 Thornton Rd...........855.577.9450 (See our ad on page 62)
Auto Emissions Auto Emissions Center 9415 Highway 5..............678.324.7984 (See our ad on page 10)
Auto Radio & Stereo Sound Proof 7447 Douglas Blvd...........770.920.0077 (See our ad on page 20)
Auto Repair Autosports Unlimited 8810 Bright Star Rd.........770.577.4181 (See our ad on page 55) Bud’s Benz 7773 W Strickland St.......770.942.8444 (See our ad on page 26)
Douglasville Books 7191 Douglas Blvd...........770.949.4363 (See our ad on page 60) The Curiosity Shoppe 7322 Bankhead Hwy.......678.715.9995 (See our ad on page 12)
Car Washing Cactus Car Wash 2777 Chapel Hill Rd........770.726.7716 (See our ad on page 57)
Charities/Organizations
Safe Kids Douglas County.770.949.5155 (See our ad on page 31)
Chimney Sweeps Silver Lining Chimney Sweeps Please call........................770.942.1705 (See our ad on page 52)
GEMC Federal Credit Union 4040 Bankhead Hwy.......770.949.3557 (See our ad on page 41) Members First Credit Union 7421 Douglas Blvd...........404.978.0080 (See our ad on page 72)
Dance/Gymnastics/Cheerleading A.D. West Dance Company 5939 Stewart Parkway..770.577.West (See our ad on page 17) Dance Academy West 2529 Bright Star Road.....770.489.8580 (See our ad on page 11) Douglasville Gymnastics & Cheerleading 8877 Bright Star Road.....770.489.2582 (See our ad on page 16)
Douglasville School Of Dance 3504 W Stewart Mill Rd..770.942.8063 (See our ad on page 33)
Day Care Centers/Preschools Another Bright Creation 4482 Highway 5..............770.489.5461 (See our ad on page 14) Bright Star Preschool 3715 Bright Star Rd.........678.715.1787 (See our ad on page 67) Early Learning Center 5900 Prestley Mill Rd......770.942.5481 (See our ad on page 54) GMKS & Beyond 2127 Fairburn Rd.............678.357.6797 (See our ad on page 48) Midway Christian Academy 1930 Midway Road..........770.942.8243 (See our ad on page 22) Primrose School At Brookmont 4460 Brookmont Pkwy...770.577.8181 (See our ad on page 8)
Chiropractors Cornerstone Chiropractic of LS 870 Crestmark Dr, LS.....770.739.8118 (See our ad on page 50) Crumpler Chiropractic 8520 Hospital Dr.............770.949.7722 (See our ad on page 63)
Churches Church at Chapelhill 5357 Chapel Hill Rd........770.489.5990 (See our ad on page 43) Crossroads Church 5960 Stewart Pkwy.........678.370.0555 (See our ad on page 66) Kingdom Dominion Church 451 Bankhead Hwy, VR...770.459.3600 (See our ad on page 19) New Mountain Top Baptist Church 7822 Conners Road........770.942.6855 (See our ad on page 45) Sunset Hills Baptist Church 2079 Midway Rd.............770.949.0770 (See our ad on page 20)
Computer Sales & Services Computer Helper 8723 Hospital Dr.............770.489.1790 (See our ad on page 19)
Conference Centers
Douglasville Downtown Conference Center 6701 Church Street.........678.715.6094 (See our ad on page 39)
Consignment Shops Plato’s Closet 2862 Chapel Hill Road....678.715.4433 (See our ad on page 8)
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Seeds Of Faith Preschool 9190 Campbellton St......770.942.9334 (See our ad on page 10)
Champion Karate & Fitness 2145 W County Line Rd.770.947.5212 (See our ad on page 24)
Dentists
Museums Pine Mountain Gold Museum 1881 Stockmar Rd, VR....770.459.8445 (See our ad on page 22)
Children’s Dental Group 560 Thornton Rd.............770.745.5886 (See our ad on page 13) Douglas Dental Studio 3009 Chapel Hill Rd........770.942.8288 (See our ad on page 40) First Care Pediatric Dentistry 3432 Highway 5..............770.942.1260 (See our ad on page 46)
Orthodontists OrthoZone 3387 Highway 5..............770.974.3633 (See our ad on page 14)
Parks Deer Lick Park 2105 Mack Rd.................770.920.7132 (See our ad on page 51)
Electric Companies Greystone Power...............770.942.6576 (See our ad on page 9)
Pediatric Therapy
Florists
Able Way........2000 Mirror Lake Blvd, VR (See our ad on page 71)
Frances Florist 7020 W Broad St.............770.949.8711 (See our ad on page 17)
Pet Groomers Pampered Paws................678.785.PAWS (See our ad on page 53)
Government Offices Douglas County..................770.949.2000 (See our ad on page 15)
Pharmacies Medicine Shoppe 6643 Church Street.........770.942.4982 (See our ad on page 42) Walgreens 5864 Fairburn Rd.............770.949.9307 3851 Chapel Hill Rd........678.715.2578 2701 Fairburn Rd............770.489.2734 9465 Highway 5..............678.715.8494 590 Thornton Rd............678.945.1640 9591 Conners Rd...........770.456.9284 (See our ad on page 47)
Hair Salons Lady by Fran Dion 3112-A Bright Star Rd.....770.733.2465 (See our ad on page 32)
Home Improvements Crist Roofing.......................770.514.9653 (See our ad on the inside front cover)
Martial Arts Instruction American Taekwon Do 8889 Highway 5..............770.942.0227 (See our ad on page 44)
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Photo Processings The Photo Spot 9459 Highway 5..............770.942.1470 (See our ad on page 58)
Physicians - Allergy & Asthma Center For Allergy & Asthma 8901 Stonebridge Blvd....770.459.0620 690 Dallas Hwy - VR......770.459.0620 (See our ad on page 3)
Physicians - Dermatology Advanced Dermatology 6043 Prestley Mill Rd.....770.739.7546 (See our ad on page 37)
Physicians - Gynecology Douglas Women’s Center 880 Crestmark Dr, LS.....770.941.8662 (See our ad on page 25)
Physicians - Ophthalmology Blatt Eye Center 6001 Professional Pkwy...770.949.3885 (See our ad on page 53) Douglasville Eye Clinic 6001 Professional Pkwy...678.838.9999 (See our ad on page 21)
Physicians - Orthopaedics Resurgens Orthopaedics 6001 Professional Pkwy...770.949.7400 (See our ad on page 7)
Physicians - Psychiatry Potter’s Hand Institute 307 Old Stone Road........770.459.8799 (See our ad on page 49)
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Skating Rinks Dazzles Roller Sports 3844 Longview Drive......770.489.9519 (See our ad on page 5)
Soccer Academies Southern Soccer Academy Please call........................770.780.5161 (See our ad on page 69)
Tires West Ga Discount Tire Sales 6423 Fairburn Road.........770.949.7382 (See our ad on page 65) West Ga Tire & Auto Center 3795 Kings Highway........770.577.1177 (See our ad on page 65)
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