Weekly Update
August 10th, 2023
Hello,
On Friday, September 6, 2024, the Decatur High School JROTC Bulldog Battalion will conduct the Annual 9/11 Ceremony. This special event serves as a reminder of the events of September 11, 2001, and a remembrance of those who lost their lives. To honor the victims of 9/11, the JROTC celebrates a DHS teacher, a DHS student, and City of Decatur First Responders who exhibit leadership and service to the community. I recall being in my planning period preparing for my class at Columbia High School that day and a colleague saying to me that the World Trade Center was struck by a plane. I had students with family members in New York that they could not reach for hours and which made me realize the universal impact of that day. I would encourage you to have a conversation to discuss your perspective of that day with your DHS student.
Our homecoming activities will KICKOFF on Sunday, September 8 with a marshmallow roast from 6 pm-8 pm for students to come out and celebrate. Please see the list of activities below that our PTSA (please join the PTSA) and Student Government Association have scheduled to show our school spirit and prepare us to defeat Chamblee High School on September 13. We will be sending out some special instructions for parents to review with their students to ensure that our students have the knowledge to make good decisions and can attend the game and dance if they choose to participate. Please review this information with your student so that you can support them in the decision-making process.
Sincerely,
Duane Sprull, Ed.D.
Go Bulldogs!
Each fall semester, the gifted review team looks at existing student data to discuss student needs and whether students may be evaluated for gifted identification. If you are interested in having the team discuss your child’s needs, you may complete a Recommendation for Review Form, found on the Gifted and Talented Services webpage, and return it to the Gifted & Talented Specialist at your child’s school by Wednesday, October 2. No additional information is needed.
The Gifted & Talented Specialist for Decatur High School is Eleta Andrews. For more detailed information about the review process and to obtain a copy of the Recommendation for Review Form, please contact Eleta Andrews at eandrews@csdecatur.net or visit the Gifted and Talented Services webpage.
Tenth and eleventh graders will take the PSAT on Friday, October 11. We will also have a pre-administration during WIN time on October 2. Students should be present with their charged Chromebooks on both days. There will not be a makeup session for the PSAT. Students will be emailed a reminder and given their testing room numbers after Fall Break.
The Decatur Career Academy is launching a limited-spot workshop series during WIN, starting with Real Estate on Wednesday, September 4!
Here's the deal:
- Learn about hot careers: Explore exciting jobs like real estate agent, property appraiser, home inspector, insurance agent, and mortgage lender.
- Gain insider knowledge: Get real-world insights from industry professionals Olivia J Price Realty Group.
- Only 40 spots are available!
Ready to unlock your potential in the booming real estate market? Click HERE to register! Stay tuned for more exciting workshops coming soon!
9th-11th Grade Picture Day is right around the corner!
CADY will be at DHS on Wednesday, September 18 to take student photos for the yearbook and IDs. Don't forget to dress for the occasion! Keep the memories alive! CADY is offering $10 off your purchase when you pre-order your photos before Sept. 18 at CADY.com/pictureday.
Applications Open for the DHS Close Up Trip to D.C.!
Future Leaders: Experience American Democracy Firsthand!
Curious and civic-minded students, join Decatur High School's unforgettable trip to Washington, D.C. with the Close Up Foundation program! This immersive experience takes place from March 30-April 4, 2025.
Want to Learn More?
Visit the Close Up webpage for more information and attend the informational Zoom meeting on Monday, September 9, 6-7 p.m. to learn about the program, ask questions, and discover how YOU can be a part of it!
Apply Today!
All interested students are encouraged to fill out the application form. Don't miss this incredible opportunity to explore our nation's capital, engage in discussions with policymakers, and gain valuable insights into American government.
Homecoming Dance Ticket information
Get ready to boogie down at the 2024 HoCo Dance Disco Inferno on Saturday, September 14, 2024, 7:30-10:30 p.m. in the DHS gym!
DHS students: Snatch up your $20 dance tickets starting Tuesday, September 3 at 4 p.m. on gofan.co. Remember, only DHS students can disco their way in with an electronic GoFan ticket, so grab yours early before they sell out!
Guests: We've got a limited stash of guest tickets up for grabs. Both guests and DHS students need to fill out the guest form. Before hitting the dance floor, DHS students should bring a printed guest form, the guest's ID, and $20 (check or money order) for the guest ticket to room 2109 before September 11, 2024 at noon. Guests won't need a GoFan ticket; they will just check in at the entrance. For a guest form, check your email from Ms. Lockhart.
Let's make this a night to remember! Dance on,
SGA
Buy Your Yearbook Now!
We are planning on a full book for the 2024-2025 school year, so don't lose those memories – get a yearbook now! Yearbooks can be bought at www.jostens.com. Get one today! If you have any questions please email alockhart@csdecatur.net.
Help Your School Win a $1000 Music Grant!
Attend DEF's Battle of the Bands, a family-friendly community concert, and you could help your school win a $1000 music grant! Head to the Legacy Park lawn on Friday, Sept. 6 from 5-9 p.m. for a fun evening of live music, yummy food, and community! Four CSD bands will be bringing the tunes – you BYOB (bring your own blanket) and your school spirit! The school with the largest percentage of representation will win the music grant for their school... along with a trophy and bragging rights, of course! We’ll have food vendors and sweet treats to supplement your picnic. Adults are $10 and KIDS ARE FREE! Buy tickets here.
*If cost is an issue, please email Drew@DecaturEducationFoundation.org.
PreP Rally Teen Talk
DeKalb Public Health is partnering with Decatur Housing Authority to host PreP Rally Teen Talk on September 9 from 5-7 p.m. One in five new HIV cases are among people ages 13-24. Our goal is to help youth improve their knowledge and skills related to reducing risky behaviors and effective preventive strategies to reduce the contraction of HIV/STIs.
Our program will feature a talk with a certified health educator and a safe space for students to ask questions and have open discussions. We will incorporate games, food, and giveaways, including a party bus experience for Homecoming. We are asking educators and community leaders that work with our youth to share this event and encourage attendance. You can find additional information about the event at preprally.rsvpify.com.