Dublin High School Newsletter

Dear School Community, Parents, and Students,

It is with a heavy heart that we extend our deepest sympathy to the families, students, and staff of Apalachee High School during this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with them as they navigate this unimaginable loss, and we stand in solidarity with their entire community.

I want to take this opportunity to reassure each of you that the safety and well-being of our students and staff are our top priority every day. Our school is committed to creating a secure, supportive, and nurturing environment where all students can learn, grow, and thrive. We continue to take every precaution to ensure that Dublin High School is safe, and we are dedicated to maintaining an open dialogue with parents and guardians to address any concerns that may arise. We believe strongly in the saying “ if you see something, say something.”

Thank you for your continued trust and support. Together, we will continue to provide the care, security, and education that our students deserve.

Additionally, as we enhance our safety and security measures, I want to remind parents and guardians of the book bag policy for Dublin High School that is found on page 13 of the Student/Parent Handbook.

Book Bag Policy

• Students are only permitted to carry MESH or CLEAR book bags to class. Certain book bags may be deemed too large and if so will be prohibited from being brought to school. All book bags must be carried. No rolling book bags are permitted on campus without prior authorization from administration. If a student is a member of a DHS Athletic team, they will be allowed one team bag to carry his/her sports equipment. They will be encouraged to place these items in a locker or a designated location assigned by a coach or administrator until the end of the school day.

Sincerely,
Michael Overstreet
Principal

All student drivers must register their vehicle with the school office, pay a $15.00 registration fee, and have a current year parking decal. Proof of insurance and a valid driver's license must be provided. Students who drive to school must follow the rules of the school for driving and parking. Student drivers will be assigned a designated parking space for the entire year. Student parking enforcement will begin Monday, September 9th.

Book Bag Policy: DHS Student/Parent Handbook

For safety reasons, students are only permitted to carry MESH or CLEAR book bags to class. Certain book bags may be deemed too large and if so will be prohibited from being brought to school. All book bags must be carried. No rolling book bags are permitted on campus without prior authorization from administration. If a student is a member of a DHS Athletic team, they will be allowed one team bag to carry his/her sports equipment. They will be encouraged to place these items in a locker or a designated location assigned by a coach or administrator until the end of the school day.

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!

Military:

We will have the ASVAB on September 17th! Please sign up if you are interested in going to the military after high school.

https://forms.gle/H6aLFFmrnUApMWSt5

• Tuesday, September 10th: Irish Cross Country AWAY @ Warner Robins 4:30 PM; Dublin High School Lady Irish Volleyball HOME vs Northside/Southwest-Macon @ 5 PM; Dublin High School Lady Irish Softball AWAY @ Dodge Co. 5:30 PM

• Wednesday, September 11th: Senior Transcript Review Day in DHS Auditorium (9 AM for Students with Last Names beginning A-M / 1 PM for Students with Last Names beginning N-Z)

• Thursday, September 12th: Dublin High School Fighting Irish JV Football HOME vs. Bleckley County 5 PM; Dublin High School Lady Irish Softball AWAY @ East Laurens 6 PM

• Saturday, September 14th: Irish Cross Country AWAY @ East Laurens 9 AM

• Tuesday, September 17th: AVASB Test; Dublin High School Lady Irish Volleyball AWAY @ Jasper Co @ 5 PM; Dublin High School Lady Irish Softball HOME vs Southwest Macon 5:30 PM

• Thursday, September 19th: Dublin High School LSGT Meeting 5:30 PM; Irish Cross Country AWAY @ Toombs Co 5 PM; Dublin High School Fighting Irish JV Football AWAY @ Swainsboro 5 PM; Dublin High School Lady Irish Softball AWAY @ Washington Co 5:30 PM; Dublin High School Competition Cheer Media Night at Dublin Middle School Gym @ 6 PM

• Friday, September 20th: Dublin High School Fighting Irish Football AWAY @ Jefferson County 7:30 PM

• Saturday, September 21st: Dublin High School Competition Cheer @ Houston County Cheer Comp

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

• September 12th - 13th Governor's Workforce Summit
• September 17th - Industry Appreciation Breakfast @ DHS
• September 19th - Career Academy Board Meeting
• 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 - Hill Career Day
• December 9th - Career Academy Holiday Showcase
• December 19th - Career Academy Board Meeting

Last week’s Career and Technical Student Organization Rush Day was a big one for the Dublin City Schools College and Career Academy! Thanks to SkillsUSA, FBLA, FFA, FCCLA and Work-Based Learning, our students have the opportunity to engage in real-world applications of their studies and prepare for future careers while still at Dublin High School-Georgia. These organizations foster not just career readiness but also personal growth and community involvement. Join us in cheering on our students as they step into roles that shape their futures and strengthen their leadership skills!

Members of the Dublin High School Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) and students from the Business Communication course had the privilege of attending the Dublin-Laurens County Chamber of Commerce's First Friday Breakfast. This event provided an invaluable opportunity for students to engage with community professionals who generously shared their insights and experiences. Additionally, students were honored to hear from the newly elected District Attorney, Judge Harold McLendon, who offered inspiring words during the breakfast.

We are deeply grateful for the unwavering support from our administration and the College & Career Academy CEO, whose investment in our students' growth continues to make a lasting impact. Through this event, students were able to put their networking skills, cultivated both in the classroom and as members of FBLA, into real-world practice. This experience not only expanded their professional connections but also deepened their understanding of how to apply these essential skills in future endeavors.

Hello everyone, my name is Alfred Ndeta Abongwa, and I am thrilled to be joining the Dublin High School community as a science teacher. Originally from Cameroon, I hold a Bachelor's degree in Physics and have over 4 years of teaching experience . When I'm not in the classroom, you can find me on the soccer field or swimming laps. This is my first year at Dublin High School, and I'm excited to get to know my students and colleagues. On a personal note, I'm a proud husband, and I'm looking forward to making a positive impact in our school community. I'm eager to share my passion for science and learning with all of you.

• After our first parent meeting, we have put in place Extra Practice sessions on Wednesday and Thursday morning from 7:00-7:30. There is a google form in the google classroom for students to sign up to come join the sessions.

• Ms. Bryan’s AMDM class hosted a probability carnival on Thursday in the classroom with games of chance! The students created the games of chance with experimental probability and theoretical probability. They also included a tree diagram and area model to find the probabilities of winning and losing. The students will be collecting data next week for a great research project!

• Ms. Bryan’s Advanced Algebra Concepts and Connections classes are diving into logarithms and exponential growth and decay.

• Ms. Koka utilized visible thinking strategy I See/ I think/ I wonder and also sharing Indian culture with the students on culture and heritage

• Ms. Sampson’s Geometry class took a look at designing a school playground with polynomials!

Congratulations to Mr. Moran on the birth of his daughter!!

Project based learning with Mrs. Hope in American Government.

Dance has created vision boards for their dreams and aspirations as it comes to movement and dance!

Band is rocking and jamming into the new year with a new half-time and pre-game show! Come listen to the Fighting Irish Green and Gold band as they root on our Fighting Irish Football team!

Art is beginning grid projects, Charcoal Drapery (additive and subtractive shading), Watercolors abstract vs realism, as well as IB comparative Studies!

Theatre is prepping for One-Act competition in October as well as classes are working on the prologue to Romeo and Juliet, Production Proposals.

Dublin City School is proud to announce that 11th Grader Jordan Bostic has earned National Recognition from the College Board for his outstanding academic achievements. Bostic’s high GPA, exceptional performance on the PSAT, and score of 4 on the Advanced Placement U.S. History exam led him to receive this distinguished honor. Bostic's passion for learning is evident in his love for history, which he considers one of his favorite subjects. “History is fascinating to me because it interests me in a way no other subject has,” he said. “I enjoy learning about technological advances and seeing how far we’ve come since the 1900s. It also helps me understand and learn from the mistakes of the past. Having been part of the Fighting Irish Family since Pre-K, Bostic hopes to one day work in cybersecurity. He attributes much of his success to the foundation the district has provided. “DCS has prepared me for my future career by teaching me how to appropriately prepare for, protect against and recover from a significant cyber incident. This has been especially true in Sgt. Baham’s JROTC classes where I’ve also learned valuable life skills like financial management and community service,” he explained. In addition to his academic success, Bostic is an active member of his school community. Beyond JROTC, he plays trumpet in the Fighting Irish Marching Band and participates in the Beta Club. He also takes dual-enrollment classes through Middle Georgia State University. Join us in congratulating Jordan for this outstanding achievement. His dedication to both his academics and extracurricular activities exemplifies the well-rounded, future-focused student that Dublin City Schools strives to cultivate, and his recognition by the College Board is a testament to his hard work and bright future ahead.

Email: michael.overstreet@dcsirish.com
Website: https://dhs.dublincityschools.us/en-US
Location: 1127 Hillcrest Pkwy, Dublin, GA 31021, USA
Phone: 478-353-8040
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dhsirish
Twitter: @dublinhighga