Dublin High School Newsletter

Week of October 7, 2024

Message from the Principal

Dear Students, Staff, and Families,

I hope this letter finds you safe and well in the wake of Hurricane Helena. I know the past few days have been challenging for all of us as we dealt with the storm's aftermath and its impact on our community. I want to personally thank each of you for your resilience and strength during this difficult time.

Although school reopened last Wednesday, we intentionally created a space for everyone to reflect on their experiences and reconnect with one another. Our priority was to provide an environment filled with love and compassion, allowing everyone to ease back into a sense of normalcy at their own pace. It was important that we, as a staff, support students emotionally as they navigated through this difficult time; and, I am incredibly proud of how we all came together as a school community.

In addition to offering support, we were able to celebrate a much-anticipated Homecoming Week! The energy and spirit throughout our campus was heartwarming. The volleyball tournament, powder puff game, and Friday’s pep rally were such wonderful ways to close out the week, bringing us joy and reminding us of the strength and unity that make our school so special.

Moving forward, we will continue to support each other as we work through the challenges brought on by the storm. I encourage everyone to keep showing the empathy and kindness that defined our first days back. Together, we will rebuild and grow stronger as a community. Monday marks the beginning of a fresh school week and the return to normal operations as we continue to move forward.

This week will be especially important as we approach the end of the first nine weeks of school. I encourage all students to stay focused and make the most of the time we have together as we prepare for the ending of this 1st Nine Weeks. Let’s carry forward the sense of unity, empathy, and compassion we’ve shared over the past few days, and approach this week with the same strength and determination.

Here’s to a great week ahead!
Michael Overstreet
Principal

13WMAZ Article

School is back in session in Dublin City Schools after Hurricane Helene

After Hurricane Helene, students in Dublin City Schools are back in the classroom.

13wmaz.com

From the Guidance Office to The Class of 2025!

Class of 2025!

Just some helpful tips/information to start off a great senior year!

College Applications:

Submit your college applications through the following platforms.

https://www.gafutures.org/?action=signin

https://www.commonapp.org/

Most applications require a fee unless you have an application waiver. I have some application waivers, but only certain colleges accept them. November is Georgia Apply to College Month, 90% of GA colleges/universities will be free during November! DHS will host a College Fair in November. Last year we had over 15 colleges/universities attend.

Transcripts: (After you apply)

You may release your own transcripts on GAFutures.org. You can send it to up to 10 schools. (Georgia Schools Only)

Common App - Please allow up to 7 days for your profile and transcript to be uploaded after applying.

Please email me for any other transcript requests.

Scholarships:

Community scholarships generally open in December so make sure you check your email and the scholarship rack (outside of guidance) frequently.

Here are some great scholarships & sites to look at and apply for some national scholarships.

Coca Cola Scholarship - Due date September 30th

https://www.coca-colascholarsfoundation.org/apply/

Scholarship Sites

https://studentscholarships.org/

https://www.myscholly.com/

HOPE Scholarship is awarded based on your HOPE GPA. Students must have a 3.0 or higher HOPE GPA, complete 4 rigor classes, and attend a Georgia college/university.

Zell Miller Scholarship is awarded based on your HOPE GPA, test scores, and class rank. Students are eligible for the Zell Miller Scholarship: 3.7 Hope GPA, 4 rigor classes, 1200(SAT) 25(ACT) score. Valedictorian & Salutatorian are automatically eligible for the Zell Miller Scholarship if they have the following: 3.0 Hope GPA & 4 rigor classes.

For more information please see the following link ---> https://www.gafutures.org/hope-state-aid-programs/hope-zell-miller-scholarships/hope-scholarship/

ACT/SAT Waivers:

ACT/SAT Waivers for the 24-25 school year have not arrived yet. Once they arrive you will need to sign up to receive one. They are first come first serve, so make sure you are checking your email daily.

You can register for the SAT/ACT on the following websites.

SAT

https://satsuite.collegeboard.org/sat/registration

ACT

https://www.act.org/content/act/en/products-and-services/the-act/registration.html

Please pay attention to the deadlines!

2024 Dublin High School Homecoming King & Queen

2024 Homecoming Queen Miss Talisha Rozier & 2024 Homecoming King Mr. Tristen Ellis

2024 Homecoming Court

Freshman Representatives

Jaaliyah Hayes
Zaylen McMiller

Sophomore Representatives

MyKia Stephens

Carlos "CJ" Stubbs

Junior Representatives

Ji’Layha Wright

Lavonte Linder

Senior Representatives

Tameyiah Davis

Tristen Ellis

Senior Representatives

Derricka Lewis

Javion Harris

Senior Representatives

Nadia O’Neal

Anthony Johnson

Senior Representatives

Talisha Rozier
Martravius Linder

Senior Representatives

Valashjah Steward

Tyrese Robinson

Upcoming Events

Monday, October 7th: Senior Picture Makeup Day; Dublin High School Lady Irish Softball AWAY @ Jefferson County 5:30 PM
Tuesday, October 8th: Dublin High School Lady Irish Softball HOME vs Telfair Co (Senior Night) 5:30 PM
Thursday, October 10th: Student Holiday/Teacher Work Day
Friday, October 11th : Fall Break for Students & Staff; Dublin Fighting Irish Football HOME vs. Northeast 7:30 PM
Monday, October 14th: Fall Break for Students & Staff

Accelerated Career Pathways offer qualified students a unique path to high school graduation. Students choose to simultaneously earn a high school diploma and a college Associate of Applied Science Degree, Technical Diploma, an approved program that leads to licensure, or two (2) approved Technical Certificates of Credit (TCC’s) in a specific career pathway. Accelerated Career students will utilize the “ACE” Grant to cover their pathway of choice, and must be enrolled in a TCSG institution. Students interested in pursuing Accelerated Career pathways should contact their high school counselor or any of the 22 Technical College System of Georgia’s colleges.

First Semester 2024-2025 Event Dates