Dublin High School Newsletter

Week of September 23, 2024

Message from the Principal

Dear Students, Staff, and School Community,

I hope this message finds you well and thriving as we continue an exciting and productive school year. I want to take a moment to highlight some important recent events and opportunities that demonstrate our commitment to preparing our students for the future.

Last week, we had the honor of hosting the College and Career Academy Industry Appreciation Breakfast right here on campus. This event, sponsored by our dedicated College and Career Pathway teachers and students, brought together local businesses and industry leaders to recognize their invaluable contributions to our students' education and career readiness. The collaboration between our school and the business community is vital to the success of our College and Career Academy, and we are proud of the hard work our students put into making this event a success.

Additionally, this week, I had the opportunity to attend a very productive meeting with members of the Charter System Foundation of Georgia to discuss the formation of the I-16 and I-95 Consortium which consist of representatives from Hyundai/KIA, the Technical College of Georgia, Ryan Waldrep of Dublin Laurens Economic Development Authority, Ben Lanier, CEO of the College and Career Academy, and our Superintendent, Dr. Fred Williams. This partnership between Dublin City Schools and other charter school districts along the I-16 and I-95 corridor opens up exciting new career opportunities for Dublin High School students. With the development of the new Hyundai/KIA near Savannah and along with other industries, we are exploring what opportunities exist for our Dublin High School students now and in the future, particularly in fields such as manufacturing, engineering, and technology. Our goal is to ensure that our students are “work force ready” and well-prepared to take advantage of the high-demand jobs that will be available in our region.

These events and ongoing collaborations with local and regional employers highlight the strength of our community and how “collaborative communication among all stakeholders is vital to a strong school district.” I am incredibly proud of the progress we are making and excited about the future.

Thank you for your continued support of Dublin High School. Together, we are building a brighter future for our students.

Warm regards,
Michael Overstreet

Letter from Transportation Department Concerning Students on Bus 2419

Dublin City Schools Transportation Department

305 South Washington Street, Dublin, GA 31021

478-353-8420

NEW BUS TIMES FOR DUBLIN HIGH SCHOOL & HILLCREST ELEMENTARY BUS 2419

Starting Monday, September 23rd, Bus 2419 will begin its bus route earlier than

normal leaving the Bus Shop to start the route beginning at 6:20AM. Please make

sure your child is at the bus stop 10 minutes before the normal time. This will

mean your child’s pick up time will be 10 minutes earlier than it has been in the

past. We are adjusting the times due to the length of the route, and to ensure all

students get to school safe and in a timely manner. These times are much earlier

times than you have been accustomed to. Being that this bus also has a Hillcrest

route each morning, this move will get those students to school earlier as well.

Again, starting this coming Monday, September 23rd, Bus 2419 start times will

begin earlier than normal. If you have any questions, you may call 478-353-8420.

As always, thanks in advance for your cooperation and understanding!

Sincerely,

Transportation Department

Tommy Howell, Transportation Director

Jarad Neasman, Assistant Transportation Director

John Strickland, Transportation Director/Consultant

DHS Cafeteria Earns Award of Excellence

We would like to congratulate Mrs. Ricketa Carr and all of the Dublin High School nutrition staff for receiving the Georgia School Nutrition Association’s, Cafeteria of Excellence Award. This award is given in recognition of the quality of meals served, the professional learning the staff engages in, and for their ongoing engagement with both students and the community. Congratulations DHS cafeteria staff for a job well done! We love and appreciate you.

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.

Bill Gates Scholarship - Due date September 15th

https://www.thegatesscholarship.org/scholarship

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 Homecoming Court

Freshman Representatives:
Jaaliyah Hayes
Zaylen McMiller

Sophomore Representatives:

MyKia Stephens
Carlos Stubbs

Junior Representatives:

Ji’Layha Wright
Lavonte Linder

Senior Representatives:

Tameyiah Davis
Derricka Lewis
Nadia O’Neal
Talisha Rozier
Valashjah Steward

Tristen Ellis

Javion Harris

Anthony Johnson

Martravius Linder

Tyrese Robinson

Upcoming Events

Monday, September 23rd: Local School Governance Team Training 5:30 PM DHS Cafeteria
Tuesday, September 24th: Dublin High School Lady Irish Volleyball HOME @ Tattnall (Senior Night) @ 5 PM; Dublin High School Lady Irish Softball HOME vs Jefferson Co 5:30 PM; Irish Cross Country AWAY @ East Laurens 5 PM
Wednesday, September 25th: FCA See You at the Pole 7 AM; Dublin High School Lady Irish Softball HOME vs Dodge Co 5:30 PM
Thursday, September 26th: Dublin High School Lady Irish Softball AWAY @ Northeast Macon 4 PM; Dublin High School Fighting Irish JV Football HOME vs Dodge Co 5 PM
Friday, September 27th: Dublin High School Fighting Irish Football HOME vs Northeast Macon 7:30 PM
Saturday, September 28th: DCS Baby Irish in DHS Rotunda 10 AM - 12 Noon
Monday, September 30th: Dublin High School Lady Irish Softball HOME vs Telfair Co (Senior Night) 5:30 PM

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

October 17th - Career Academy Board Meeting Night
October 25th - Career Academy Night @ DHS
November 7th - Dublin Middle School Career Day
November 18th - Susie Dasher Career Day
November 21st - Career Academy Board meeting
November 22nd - Hillcrest Career Day
December 9th - Career Academy Holiday Showcase
December 19th - Career Academy Board Meeting

Math Department Spotlight

Don’t forget about extra practice on Wednesday and Thursday mornings sign up in google classroom
Progress Learning Study Plan is a great opportunity for extra practice (want to know more ask a math teacher)
Please remember chrome book in every class every day
Ms. Bryan’s Advanced Algebra Class is starting Unit 3-Radical Functions
Ms. Bryan’s AMDM class is starting Unit 4- Using Mathematical Models to Make Decisions (let’s talk investing)
Mrs. Jackson’s and Ms. Koka’s Foundations class are starting Unit 2- Analyzing Linear Inequalities