Weekly Update

• Athletics and Counseling Updates
• DHS News: Retro Revue Auditions, Tennis Parent Meeting, DSC Clothing Drive
• Activities Around DHS: World Language Day and Greeting Cards Fundraiser
• PTSA News
• CSD & Community Partners Updates

It's that time of year when many of us are cleaning out our closets, and the Student Center's clothing closet could use your help! 🧥👕👖

What we DO need are items students use every day:
✔️ Sweatshirts (all sizes)
✔️ Sweatpants (all sizes)
✔️ T-shirts (all sizes)
✔️ Jackets (all sizes)

Here’s what we DON’T need:

❌ Professional clothing
❌ Formal dresses for dances
❌ Shoes

Donations can be dropped off at the DSC, where some of our amazing high school students will help sort and organize them for others in need. 🛍️✨

Thank you for supporting our students and helping us spread a little extra warmth this season. ❤️ Happy holidays! ❤️

Our language learners had a fantastic time at the 10th annual World Language Day before Thanksgiving break! Approximately 16 students, including German and French enthusiasts, immersed themselves in a variety of cultural experiences. The day was filled with exciting activities such as a Korean filmmaker's presentation, an exhibitor showcase, and a lively Bhangra dance lesson. We're proud of our students for embracing new cultures and languages!

Decatur High School's talented Design students are excited to host their 2nd Annual Greeting Card Sale!

✨ Shop Greeting Cards for All Occasions!
Explore the Greeting Card Catalog LINK.

💳 Payment Options:

• Cash
• Check (payable to Decatur High School)
• In-person card tap/swipe

📅 Please submit your payment to Mrs. Garcia within 2 business days of placing your order.

All proceeds will support our design program, helping students access exciting new materials and technology of their choice!

Thank you for helping us nurture creativity and innovation in our students! 🎨

Thank you to those who participated in the inaugural Day of Giving. The following amounts were raised:

• Beacon Hill Middle School PTA: $650
• Decatur Band: $1,060
• Decatur Bulldog Boosters (DBB): $800
• Decatur Education Foundation (DEF): $775
• DHS Parent Teacher Student Association (PTSA): $1,100
• Decatur Performs: $835

If you missed the opportunity to give during the Day of Giving, you can use this link to support the DHS PTSA with a direct donation. Funds will go toward Teacher Appreciation and Grants.

K-12 students will take the STAR Early Literacy, Reading and Math Assessments during the winter assessment screening period of December 2-6 and December 9-13. CSD measures results from this winter assessment screening period against results from the previous fall screening period to track growth and adjust instruction to best meet students' individual needs. These assessments are crucial for ensuring your child's continued success.

Families may use these directions to opt-in to receive the results of the STAR assessments upon completion. For questions, please contact Jennifer Jones

CSD's School Health Team is preparing for DeKalb Public Health's immunization assessment on Friday, December 6, for all 11th-grade students.

Please ensure your child's immunization records are up-to-date and submitted to the school clinic by Thursday, December 5. If your child is missing any required immunizations, please schedule an appointment with your child's healthcare provider or visit Dekalb Public Health, 445 Winn Way, Decatur, GA 30030.

We appreciate your cooperation in keeping our students healthy and compliant with Georgia's immunization laws. If you plan to submit an Affidavit of Religious Objection to Immunizations (Form #2208), please remember that it must be notarized. Please contact the school nurse with questions or for assistance with immunization records.

City Schools of Decatur appreciates the contributions of parents, students, and staff. Here are three important surveys that are open or will open prior to winter break. Please take a few moments to make your opinion count!

1. First-Semester Teacher Engagement Survey (Expires 12/6/24; for teachers only)

2. DHS Family Climate Survey (Opens 12/2/24)

1. Decatur High School
2. Decatur High School PTSA
3. Visiting DHS and Student Attendance
   
4. Bell Schedule
5. DHS Cell Phone Protocol
6. Bus Routes