October/November Parent Newsletter
AP Psychology
Hispanic Heritage Month
Prior to Fall Break, Ms. Grajales’ Falcon 30 students hosted Hispanic Heritage Month dance lessons for other Falcon 30 classes to attend! How fun!
Big Board- Cookies
At the beginning of October, we celebrated all of our students who had less than 3 DOTs and zero AWOLs so far this school year by giving them cookies!
Big Board- Ice Cream
Forensic Science
Forensic Science classes went on a field trip to the Gwinnett County Medical Examiner's Office and Gwinnett CSI! Having just finished a unit on crime scenes, they learned from Gwinnett CSI how crime scenes are processed. They were about to begin a unit on autopsies, so learning about autopsies and anthropology at the Medical Examiner's Office was a great introduction! What an informative experience!
Peer Leaders
National Teen Driver Safety Week
Our SROs made sure students were safe and buckled up as they passed out "BUCKLE UP" stickers and Lifesavers to our student drivers! Additionally, our Community School hosted Cinema Drive Night, where students engaged in interactive 3D experiences focusing on the perils of driving, texting and driving, and speeding.
Pep Rally
We hosted an all-school Fall Sports Pep Rally and had a great time celebrating our fall sports successes, our homecoming court, and showing lots of school spirit!
Softball Teacher Appreciation
Softball athletes celebrated their favorite teachers on their Teacher Appreciation Night!
On a Roll
This month we celebrated over 50 freshmen who were nominated by their teachers for being "On a Roll"!
11th Pre-Ap
11th Pre-AP and Honors Language Arts classes participated in a Book Tasting in the Media Center as they geared up for their Book Club unit!
Band
The has loved being a part of the pre-game festivities this football season. Leading the team from the locker room, spelling out DHS, as well as making a tunnel for the team, the band has really added to the hype of Friday night lights!
Band
The band, color guard, drumline, and drum major earned superior and excellent ratings. At the Lake Hartwell Competition, the band earned 2nd place in our class AA. At the Peach State Invitational, Carmen Morse, our drum major, earned 3rd place in our class AA
Theatre
Joshua Mateo and Khaila Carter took home All-Star Cast awards for their work in the One Act performance!
Chorus
Our singers had an amazing time at GMEA's District 13 Honors Chorus. They performed well and enjoyed singing alongside many talented singers from other parts of Georgia!
Chorus
Women's Gold Chorus traveled to Georgia Southern to compete (for the first time) in the Georgia Southern Invitational. They brought home a FIRST PLACE win in the non-mixed (treble) division. This group of ladies, along with Mr. Williams and Ms. Maugans, worked incredibly hard for this moment and we are so proud of them!
Orchestra
Orchestra
Students performed their Fall Concert in costume, playing seasonal and sometimes spooky string music.
Important Info from the Registrar's Office
Juniors:
ALL Juniors that are over 16 need to present proof of receiving a meningitis booster after they turn 16 years of age.
You must provide an updated Georgia 3231 Immunization Form to Dacula High School. It is also a required document if your student plans to continue their education after high school. Meningitis is a serious bacterial illness that affects the brain and spinal cord. Georgia law requires students to be vaccinated against this disease unless they have a documented exemption. Please forward your student's updated GA3231 Immunization form to the Registrar's office, or via e-mail to tammi.boswell@gcpsk12.org.
Applying to College?
Official transcripts to accompany the application can be ordered through your MyPaymentsPlus account. You'll also need to order a final transcript at the end of the school year after Semester 2 is complete.
Moving, or Moved?
Please contact the Registrar's office to make arrangements to update your student's address on record and to receive an updated bus pass. This will also be the address used to forward any important mailings and grade reports.
GCPS Student Device Fees 2024-2025
In the event your Chromebook is lost, please contact your local school. Please note that the number of incidents does not reset each school year. In the event your Chromebook is damaged, please contact your local school. Please note that the number of incidents does not reset each school year. Lost and/or damage fine amounts are listed below. These fees are effective July 1, 2024.
Chromebook Loss: $200
Chromebook Damage: $25
Charger Loss and/or Damage: $25
Scholastic Images
Scholastic Images will visit Dacula High School on November 12, December 17, January 21, February 25, April 15 (for cap and gown delivery), and May 13 to answer questions, collect orders and payment, and provide information about cap and gown purchases, senior dues, letter jackets, class rings, and much more!
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LETTER JACKETS: Letter Jacket Orders for any student who has earned a letter!
-Bring proof that you earned your letter (actual award letter or certificate) and a $150 deposit to get the order started!
-We’ll custom size you and walk you through the rest!
CLASS RINGS: Class Ring Orders for any junior or senior!
-Bring payment in full for the Mascot Ring Special ($333.85)!
-Bring $100 deposit for Ultrium metal or $200 deposit for all other metals!
-We’ll custom size you and walk you through the rest!
SENIORS: Seniors, pay your Dacula Senior Dues (which includes your Cap/Gown/Tassel) and check it off your list!
-Payment required in full at time of order. (Cash, Check, or Card with $4.95 processing fee)
VISIT SCHOLASTICIMAGES.COM FOR MORE INFORMATION!
Soccer Updates!
Soccer Conditioning for boys and girls interested in playing soccer starts Friday, November 8th from 2:30-3:30. The tryout registration form must be filled out (find it on our bio on Instagram @daculafalconssoccer) and your physical must be on RankOne.
Dates for Conditioning:
- Friday, November 8th
- Tuesday, November 12th
- Friday, November 15th
- Tuesday, November 19th
- Friday, November 22nd
- Thanksgiving Break is TBD
If anyone missed parent night, please go to our Instagram page @daculafalconssoccer. There is a post with a QR code that allows you to view the PowerPoint. If you need sponsorship forms, see Coach Dawson in room 5.439
We're going to Europe this summer & you're invited!
Interested in visiting Europe? The deadline to register is approaching & you don't want to miss out!
2024-2025 Yearbooks
Visit YearbookOrderCenter.com and enter the school code 25024 to purchase yearbooks! The deadline to purchase a yearbook is January 31.
Book Mobile 5K- November 2
GCPS Library Media Services is hosting their annual Book Mobile 5K in the fall this year (it's normally the first weekend in May). This year, you can participate in the 5K benefiting the GCPS Book Mobile program on November 2 at 8 AM! Click here to register!
Senior Fees
Please keep in mind the following:
- Senior fees must be paid in order to participate in any senior activity, including the graduation ceremony.
- There is no itemizing fees based on activity.
- Be sure to pay early- there will be a cut-off date for participation in activities.
- Students must check their school email regularly
Bus Driver Appreciation
This month, we celebrated our Dacula Cluster School Bus Drivers for National School Bus Safety Week and School Bus Driver and Appreciation Day💙💛 They enjoyed treats while listening to our peer leaders share how bus drivers have impacted their lives personally and on a bigger scale. They were also visited by Freddie! We LOVE our bus drivers and are SO thankful for the work they do to get our students to and from school safely!
