Dublin High School Newsletter

Week of March 17, 2025

Message from the Principal

Celebrating the Success of Our Accelerated Career Diploma Program

Dublin High School takes great pride in offering students multiple pathways to success, and our Accelerated Career Diploma (ACD) Program is a shining example of how we prepare students for rewarding careers while they complete their high school education.

Through the ACD program, students complete nine required high school courses while simultaneously enrolling in a dual enrollment program with a technical college. This unique opportunity allows students to graduate with not only their high school diploma but also a Technical Career Certificate or even an Associate Degree, giving them a significant head start in their chosen career field.

One of our most recent success stories is Jarvis Wiggins, a graduate of the ACD program who exemplifies hard work and determination. Jarvis completed his high school graduation requirements and continued his welding pathway at Oconee Fall Line Technical College (OFTC) as a junior. In December 2024, he graduated from OFTC with certifications in Basic Shielded Metal Arc Welder (SMAW) and Gas Metal Arc Welder Milledgeville (GMAW), making him a highly skilled and in-demand welder. This May, he will officially graduate from Dublin High School during the school’s commencement ceremony. His dedication and skills have already paid off—Jarvis was recently hired by Wild Boar, a local welding company, setting him on a strong career path right out of high school.

Jarvis Wiggins is truly the face of the Accelerated Career Diploma Program at Dublin High School, and we couldn’t be more proud of his achievements! While enrolled in the ACD program, Jarvis was able to participate in football and wrestling while completing his dual enrollment program with OFTC.

If you or someone you know is interested in this unique and rewarding opportunity, especially for students who want to enter the workforce immediately after high school, we encourage you to reach out. Give us a call to learn more about how this program can set students on a fast track to career success!

High Achievement and Success for All Students!

Michael Overstreet

Principal

Congratulations to Dublin High School’s Amiria Thomas

A proud member of the Fighting Irish Family since Pre-K, Amiria was named the 2025 Youth of the Year at the Dublin St. Patrick’s Festival Joint Civic Luncheon held on Friday. This prestigious honor adds to her already incredible accomplishments—she was recently named the Black Festival’s Youth of the Year and currently serves as Miss Black Dublin.

A dual-enrollment student, Amiria shines in the classroom, cheers on the Fighting Irish as a football and basketball cheerleader, represents the Class of 2025 on Dublin High School’s Student Government Association, and is an active member of FBLA, Beta Club, and the track team.

Beyond her time at school, she serves as the City Manager for the City of Dublin’s Youth Council and is a Teen Court Attorney. She is also a 2023 graduate of Laurens Youth Leadership and a 2024 graduate of the Morris Bank Advisory Council. In addition, she has served as a youth advisor on the Irish Healthcare Planning Committee and a Fairview Park Hospital Youth Volunteer.

She is also an award-winning dancer, dedicating many hours each week to training at Fancy Dancer.

This fall, she’ll take her talents to Valdosta State University, where she plans to major in nursing.

We are so proud of you, Amiria!

Student-Led Parent-Teacher Conferences

Join us for Student-Led Parent-Teacher Conferences at Dublin High School from March 18 - March 25. This is a great opportunity to connect with teachers, hear directly from your child about their progress, and learn how to best support their success.

Conference Dates:
Tuesday, March 18 – 12th Grade
Thursday, March 20 – 11th Grade
Monday, March 24 – 10th Grade
Tuesday, March 25 – 9th Grade

And, if you aren’t able to join us on your child’s assigned date, we look forward to seeing you on Friday, March 21st.
All meetings are happening in the Dublin High School Auditorium from 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM.

Door prizes for attending parents! Plus, enjoy coffee and refreshments while engaging in meaningful conversations about your child’s growth.

For more information, contact: Kristal Waller, DHS’s Family Engagement Coordinator, at 478-353-8051 or kristal.waller@dcsirish.com

We look forward to seeing you there!

Dublin City Schools Host Campus Visits

Choosing the right school for YOUR CHILD is a big decision—why not see it for yourself?

At Dublin City Schools, we're committed to providing students with exceptional learning experiences, innovative programs, and a supportive community.

What you’ll see on Campus Tour Day:

Engaging classrooms & hands-on learning
Caring, dedicated teachers & staff
Opportunities for academic & extracurricular growth
A culture of excellence & inclusion

Join us on Wednesday, March 19th to tour any of our schools and see what makes Dublin City Schools the best choice for your family!

For more information, contact Dublin High School's Family Engagement Coordinator, Ms. Waller. You can email her at kristal.waller@dcsirish.com or call her at 478-353-8051.

Track Teams Start Season with Medals

Congratulations to the Irish and Lady Irish Track Teams!

A huge shoutout to our athletes for their outstanding performances at the Raiders Friday Night Lights track meet! Your hard work and dedication continue to make us proud.

Top Finishes:
Girls 100M Dash – Caitlyn, 1st Place!
Boys 4x200 Relay – 3rd Place
Girls 4x200 Relay – 4th Place
Girls 4x100 Relay – 3rd Place
Boys 4x100 Relay - 2nd Place

Way to go, Irish! Keep up the great work!

Track Fundraiser ~ 1 Week Left

The Dublin High School Track & Field team is hosting a fundraiser, and we need your support!

For just $5 per raffle ticket, you’ll be entered for a chance to win a Hibbett Sports gift card worth $50, $100, or even $250!

There’s only one week left! The raffle ends March 21, and winners will be drawn and announced on March 24 at noon! Don’t miss your chance!

Every ticket helps our student-athletes with travel expenses, equipment, and competition fees—so your support goes a long way!

Get your tickets online here: https://dublinga.schoolwindow.com/estore/dhs/track_and_field.html

Let’s keep our DHS Track & Field team running strong!

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:

Here's the available scholarships! We currently have 6 local/community scholarships. Copies can be found on the scholarship rack outside of guidance. Be mindful of the due dates! New ones are BOLD.

* Savannah State Alumni Scholarship - Only for seniors accepted into SSU - Due March 28th

* William T Kennedy Scholarship- (Online Only) - Wrestling seniors only!

* Firehouse: First Responder Scholarship - (Online only) - https://learnmore.scholarsapply.org/firehousesubsfoundation/

* First African Baptist Scholarship Contest - Oratorical Contest : Due April 1st.

* Dr. Stuckey Scholarship ( University) Scholarship - Due: April 7th

* Dr. Stuckey Legacy Scholarship (Technical) - Due: April 7th

* Civitan Scholarship - $750 Due: May 2nd

* Missionary Inez Edwards Scholarship - $500 March 31st

* Kappa Alpha Psi Scholarship - (Males Only) $1000- April 11th

*Oconee High School Bacote/Manning-Coach Roscoe Brower Memorial Scholarship - March 28th

*Laurens-Dublin Retired Educators Scholarship (Future Educators only) - $500 - March 31st

* USDA 1890 National Scholarship (Online Only) - https://national-scholar-program.powerappsportals.us/

* 1000 Dreams Scholarship Fund - (Female high school seniors & female college students, all ages)- Online application only - Due March 31st

https://1000dreamsfund.org/programs/1000-dreams-scholarship-fund/

* Robins Financial Credit Union Scholarship - Due: March 28th - https://www.robinsfcu.org/2025-scholarship

*Peace Maker Scholarship $1000 - Due Date - March 15th

* Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Scholarship - Due Date - April 13th : https://form.jotform.com/243297402436154

* Various Scholarships - https://studentscholarships.org/scholarships.php

The scholarship rack is located outside of guidance so you can stop by at your own convenience.

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!

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.

FCCLA Shines in the Community

Talk about serving up success! Over the past few weeks, our Dublin City Schools College and Career Academy Family and Consumer Science students have been hard at work, catering meals for nearly 400 people! From planning to plating, our students have showcased their skills at events such as the 3rd Annual Communities In Schools Honors Gala, Dublin High School's Shamrock the Mock Interview, Dublin High School’s Board Member Appreciation Celebration and the Irishettes' Annual Banquet.

Our Family and Consumer Science (FACS) students have taken the lead in food preparation, storage, and safety to ensure every event runs smoothly. They also handle invoice checks, proper food storage, and meal production — all while maintaining high industry standards. Plus, FCCLA members ensure we have professional servers, while FACS students also gain hands-on serving experience.

Not only do our chefs in training cook, but they also take full responsibility for cleaning and room restoration—an essential part of their work ethic grade and real-world career readiness.

We are incredibly proud of our students for their hard work, professionalism, and dedication to excellence in the culinary arts! And, we appreciate our Family and Consumer Science teacher, Ms. Ernestine O'Neal, for providing our students with such unique opportunities!

Department Highlights

Math Department

Semester 2

Algebra Concepts and Connections Milestone prep has begun! We will have the Georgia Milestone Exam on May 7, 2025.
The end of the 3rd nine weeks is coming! Grades are due March 13th!

Tips for Success

Stay Organized: Keep track of assignments and test dates in your planner or online calendar.
Ask Questions: Don’t hesitate to ask your teacher for help during class or their planning time.
Practice Regularly: Consistent practice is key to mastering math concepts.

Testing and Skill Check will be every Friday!

Warm regards,

The Math Department Team-

Ms. Bryan, Mrs. Jackson, Ms. Koka, Mr. Rowe, Ms. Sampson, Mr. Stanley

Upcoming Events

Monday, March 17th: Report Cards; Auxiliary Tryouts in DHS Gym 3-5 PM
Tuesday: March 18th: 12th Grade Parent-Teacher Conferences in DHS Auditorium 8 AM - 3 PM; DHS Tennis AWAY at Washington County 4 PM; DHS Baseball HOME vs. Northeast Macon 5:30 PM; Auxiliary Tryouts in DHS Gym 3-5 PM
Wednesday, March 19th: PSAT; DHS Baseball AWAY at Swainsboro 5:45 PM; Auxiliary Tryouts in DHS Gym at 3 PM
Thursday, March 20th: 11th Grade Parent-Teacher Conferences in DHS Auditorium 8 AM - 3 PM; DHS Tennis AWAY at Wilkinson County 4 PM; DHS LSGT Meeting in DHS Conference Room 5:30 PM
Friday, March 21st: Student Holiday/Teacher Work Day; FBLA Princess Night Out Event; DHS Baseball AWAY at Northeast Macon 4:30 PM; Make up Parent-Teacher Conferences in Front Office
Monday, March 24th: 10th Grade Parent-Teacher Conferences in DHS Auditorium 8 AM - 3 PM; DHS Baseball HOME vs. Treutlen County 5:30 PM, DHS Cheer Content & Material Review in DHS Gym 3-5 PM
Tuesday, March 25th: 9th Grade Parent-Teacher Conferences in DHS Auditorium 8 AM - 3 PM; DHS Cheer Content & Material Review in DHS Gym 3-5 PM; DHS Tennis HOME vs. East Laurens 4 PM; Football Parent Meeting in DHS Auditorium at 6 PM
Wednesday, March 26th: SAT Day; DHS Cheer Content & Material Review in DHS Gym 3-5 PM
Thursday, March 27th: DHS Cheer Content & Material Review in DHS Gym 3-5 PM; DHS Tennis HOME vs. Wilkinson County 4 PM; DHS Baseball HOME vs. Ace 5:30 PM
Friday, March 28th: DHS Cheer Tryouts in IGA Gym at 3 PM; DHS Baseball AWAY at ACE 6 PM
Monday, March 31st: Literary/One Act Banquet at 6:30 PM; DHS Baseball Away at Treutlen County 5:30 PM