DCHS Tiger Paw Prints
April 15, 2024
SCHOOL MOTTO: 5G Ready: Goals, Grades, Grind, Growth & Graduation
School Theme:
DREAM bigBELIEVE in Yourself
ACHIEVE the (im)possible
Teacher of the Year 2024-2025: Andrew Adams
Mr. Andrew Adams is a veteran science teacher of 11 years, having spent all 11 years here at DCHS. During his time at DCHS, Mr. Adams has taught a range of science classes from physical science to AP Physics and IB Chemistry and Biology. His journey into science education began at a young age with a fascination for all things science but eventually he gravitated towards chemistry after taking AP Chemistry in high school. Mr. Adams received a Bachelor of Science degree in Biochemistry from Georgia Tech, after which he spent a brief time as an ORISE Fellow at the Center for Disease Control before deciding to pursue teaching as a career. This decision was in part motivated by his mother - who had recently returned to school to earn a Master of Arts in Teaching following a career as a stay-at-home mother. Following in her footsteps, Mr. Adams attended Kennesaw State University where he earned a MAT degree with a focus on Secondary Science Education. Since joining the DCHS family in 2013, Mr. Adams has been involved in a myriad of extracurricular activities including Model UN, FTC Robotics, and most recently Flag Football. Outside of school life, Mr. Adams enjoys reading , spending time with family, and the occasional tennis match.
DCHS Congratulates You!
2023-24 Georgia Scholar: Anthony Douglas
GaDOE identifies and honors high school seniors who have achieved excellence in school and community life through the Georgia Scholar program. Each honoree receives a seal for their diploma.
“These 177 Georgia students have made our state proud through their stellar efforts in the classroom and in their communities,” State Superintendent Woods said. “The Georgia Scholar designation is a recognition of their leadership and diligence. I wish them great success as they continue into their futures, and know they will continue to contribute to their communities and to our state.”
DCHS IS PROUD TO SALUTE ANTHONY DOUGLAS AS OUR GEORGIA SCHOLAR.
Georgia Scholars carried exemplary course loads during their four years of high school, performed excellently in all courses, successfully participated in interscholastic events within their schools and communities, and assumed leadership roles in extracurricular activities sponsored by their schools.
The student must earn at least 22 Carnegie Units of credit for graduation and have taken:
4 Units in English Language Arts
4 Units in Mathematics, including one unit in Algebra II (or its equivalent)
3 Units in Science, including one unit in Physics or Chemistry
3 Units in Social Studies, Including Economics, Citizenship, World History, and U.S. Studies
2 Units in a single Foreign Language
1 Unit in Fine Arts, chosen from Visual Arts, Music, Dance, or Dramatic Arts (Can be waived if Fine Arts are not required by your school district)
The student must have a minimum combined score of 1360 on the Scholastic Assessment Test (SAT) at one test sitting; OR a composite score of 31 at one test sitting on the American College Test (ACT).
DCHS Boys Soccer are in the State Playoffs
EXTRA, EXTRA! READ ALLLLLLL ABOUT IT
First time in school's history: 16 DCHS students receive NATIONAL
RANKINGS on National French Exam
PRESS RELEASE
Le Grand Concours
PO Box 3283
St. Charles, IL 60174
FOR MORE INFORMATION, CONTACT:
Dr. Whitney Dubrulle, Douglas County High School
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Sixteen students in levels 2 through 5 Ranked Nationally in Le Grand Concours/National French Contest
Douglasville, Georgia, April 2024—
French 2 students: Sarah Ali, Adrienne Awa, Akua Boakye, Alexander Martinez, Allison Orozco, Danielle Pearson, Camahra Richards, James Tolbert, Emmanuella Vona; French 3 students: Janiyah Besley, and Julien Dubrulle; French 4 students: Vincent Bui, Hiba Ghaffar, Mason Mifflin, and Amanda Ubera-Corona; and French 5 student: Allison Martinez of Douglas County High School, Douglasville have all ranked nationally in the 89th annual event, according to Lisa Narug, National Director of Le Grand Concours. Le Grand Concours is a national competition sponsored by the American Association of Teachers of French. Students were evaluated for their written, oral and listening comprehension skills in French in their respective levels and divisions. Nearly 45,000 students competed in the 2024 event.
AATF President Eileen Walvoord indicated: These students have demonstrated excellence in their study of French and are to be highly commended. In their French classes, throughout the school year, they have used the French language to engage with authentic documents and individuals around the world, all the while exploring cultures as diverse as Mali and Monaco, Senegal and Switzerland, Tunisia and Togo. The superior level of language achievement that they have attained will serve them well as they use these linguistic and communication skills throughout their personal and professional lives interacting with diverse peoples and cultures around the world and in their own communities. The students’ parents should also be commended for their support for their children and for the French programs that make this outstanding achievement possible. On behalf of the American Association of Teachers of French, I offer to all who have contributed to these excellent high-ranking results: students, teachers, parents, administrators, as well as the local and national administrators of the National French Contest: Congratulations to all! Félicitations à vous tous!
For more information about the National French Contest, please visit our website: www.frenchteachers.org/concours.
Mason Mifflin has earned a PERFECT SCORE ON THE ACT
Universal Studios: DCHS Band Participates in
Music in the Park
The DCHS Marching Band received 3rd place at their performance in Music in the Park at Universal Studios in Orlando, FL.
DCHS Spotlight
DCHS Students Participate in Law Day
Law Day provided an invaluable opportunity for 25 high school students to delve into the intricacies of workplace laws at the US Department of Labor. 16 DCHS high school students seized the chance to participate, showcasing their enthusiasm for legal education.
Highlighting the event was a flyer contest centered on child labor in the United States. Alicia Brown (pictured second from right) emerged as the winner of the contest for her powerful message and imagery.
Congratulations to Alicia and all participants for their dedication and passion to learn about crucial legal issues facing our nation. Nicole Spain, Esq. said, "I cannot thank you enough for ensuring your students had the opportunity to participate in this event. They asked poignant questions, and were engaged the entire day. They were simply a joy to host."
Participate in our EOC Test Prep Sessions
Zoooom Zoooom Zooooooom Get ready for the Senior Lock-in at Andretti's
National Decision Day for College is May 1st
Seniors report to the DCHS Theatre at 8:45 and program begins at 9:00am
NEWS YOU CAN USE
PSST!!...Parents and Students, do you want to know EVERYTHING happening in and around DCHS? Then click on this NEWS YOU CAN USE link for all announcements. Everything from fundraisers to tryouts to how to sign up for various sports and clubs! All the happenings can be found here!
Caps & Gowns are Here!
Herf Jones will deliver Cap & Gowns to students from 11:30 to 1:30pm during their lunch periods. If you are not present, your items will be available for pick up in the Steele Office with Mrs. Caldwell. We will not release your package to a friend.
Read Below for Graduation Information
Please read through all of the FAQs below.
If you have further questions, please contact Michelle Hanna via email at Michelle.Hanna@dcssga.org
When is the 2024 DCHS graduation ceremony?
Thursday, May 23, 2024 6:30 pm
Legacy Arena, 9030 Highway 5, Douglasville 30134
Students will arrive at DCHS at 3:30 pm and will be transported to Legacy Arena. The Douglas County School System requires all graduates be transported to the Legacy Arena via school system transportation. This is mandatory; no exceptions.
How do I purchase my cap/gown, announcements and senior memorabilia?
Regalia ordered now will be shipped to your home address
Do I have to purchase a whole senior package?
NO, you are welcome to purchase packages, but do NOT have to
To order JUST the cap/gown/tassel use this link: https://atlgrad.com/product/cap-gown-tassel-unit/
For school, be sure to select “Douglas County High School”
Can I use a cap/gown/tassel from a previous year?
The ONLY cap/gown/tassel that can be used is the class of 2023. The design and color changed and any other year will NOT work.
A 2024 tassel will need to be purchasedWhen and where are the two mandatory Graduation Practices?
May 20th. DCHS Gym. Students must be seated by 8:30 am
May 21st. DCHS Theater. Students must be seated by 3:00 pm. Students will then be transported to the Legacy Arena.
Campus cleanup must be served if the graduate is late, leaves early, or no-shows
How many graduation tickets does each graduate receive?
Graduates will receive twelve (12) tickets to graduation.
Tickets will be distributed during the May 21st Graduation Practice
Do babies and toddlers need a ticket?
Yes, everyone attending the ceremony must have a ticket regardless of age.
Will extra tickets be sold?
No, extra tickets will not be sold.
If you are in need of additional tickets, they will be given out at a time & place to be determined. These will be available free of charge and on a first come, first served basis.
Will graduation be live-streamed?
Live-streaming will be available by the district office. The live-stream link will be provided as soon as we receive it from the district.
How do I know if I am receiving a cord?
CTAE cords - see Dr. Bailey
Clubs - see your club sponsor
Academic Cords - see your counselor
Foreign Language - see your teacher
Cords will be given at Senior Awards Night (all except CTAE)
What are the attire requirements for graduates?
Option 1:
Sanctioned Cap/Gown/Tassel
Caps CANNOT be altered/decorated in any way
Sanctioned crest/stole
White dress shirt
No golf shirts or collarless t-shirts
No shirt colors other than white
Tie
No bow ties
Dark solid dress slacks
NO jeans
NO shorts
Navy, black, or dark brown solid-color dress shoes only.
Flip-flops, slides, and backless sandals are NOT acceptable
Option 2:
Sanctioned Cap/Gown/Tassel
Caps CANNOT be altered/decorated in any way
Sanctioned crest/stole
Solid dress that DOES NOT HANG BELOW THE GOWN
Navy, black, or dark brown solid-color dress shoes only
Please practice walking in your shoes; you will be walking up stairs and across a stage.
Flip-flops, slides, and backless sandals are NOT acceptable.
TECHNICAL COLLEGE SYSTEM OF GEORGIA
Find out why TCSG may be the right choice for your higher education by clicking this link.
West Georgia Technical College offers many options for dual enrollment and options beyond high school.
Counselors have an instagram page to keep you up to date
Click below to visit the Counseling Instagram page
Seniors, Click the Banner Below to View the Scholarship Opportunities
Calling All Seniors
As college admissions decisions and scholarship offers begin to roll in, don't forget to report this information to us!!! Please report ALL college acceptances AND scholarships/grants that you are OFFERED (do not report HOPE/Zell Miller, Pell Grant, Work Study, or Student Loans). We'll continue asking you to report this throughout the year, but why wait??? These are EXCITING times!
Here are the links:
College Acceptance Reporting Form
https://forms.gle/mcQS54asMedstCwRA
Scholarship Reporting Form
https://forms.gle/AmeVN7JzJH4UBYW57
Order Your Yard Signs
Get Ready for Prom
Important message for parents and caregivers:
The designated area for morning carpool and afternoon pick up is located in front of the Steele Building accessible by Selman Ave. Parents should not drop off and pick up students in the stadium lot, the Cloer Building, nor the bus lane. There are two student parking lots available only to those students who have paid for their assigned spot: Stadium lot and Front Parking lot.
Thank you for your adherence to our campus safety measures as your cooperation helps to keep our novice drivers and pedestrians safe.
Transportation
Available to parents of the Douglas County School System students
• View the real-time location of your child’s bus
• Access the app from your smartphone, tablet or computer
• Receive push notifications or email alerts
• Send your child to the bus stop at just the right time
How to Get Started
1. Download the Here Comes the Bus app or visit herecomesthebus.com
2. Click the sign-up button
3. Enter school code 79003 and click “Next” followed by “Confirm”
4. Complete the “User Profile” box
5. Under “My Student” click “Add.” Enter your child’s last name & student ID#
6. Once you confirm your information, you are ready to begin using Here Comes the Bus!
Do you need a parking pass?
NEED A PARKING PASS?
See Mrs. Flanagan in the main office.
Students can complete the Student Parking Application prior to visiting Mrs. Flanagan.
Bring your driver's license and a copy of your insurance and registration.
The cost is $50 and it is payable by cash, check or money order.
Students may only park in their assigned parking spaces. There are two campus parking locations for students: in front of the school across from the bus lane and at the lower level in the stadium lot. Students must display their parking decal on their vehicles. All other parking spaces are reserved for faculty and visitors.
Click here for the Student Parking Application and Vehicle Registration Form.
When students are present daily, their grades and reading skills often improve—even among those students who are struggling in school. Students who frequently attend school feel more connected to their community and develop strong social skills and friendships, which are important skills for life. Please help get your scholars to school by 8:20. The teachers and staff have planned engaging lessons to help your child acquire the skills and knowledge they need to excel.
High School hours are 8:20-3:10.
Daily punctual attendance is strongly encouraged.
Mrs. Haynes - 4/7
Mrs. Nestor - 4/15
Mr. Kuhlken - 4/19
Mrs. Greene - 4/20
Ms. Carolus - 4/22
Mr. E. Kelly - 4/22
Mrs. Maharaj-Gopie - 4/23
Dr. T. Bailey - 4/29
Assessment Dates
End of Pathway Testing April 23-26
Senior Parade May 17th - Decorate your car and join the parade
April 15 - Brantley & Mason attend district meeting all day
April 15 - DCHS Band Spring Concert in the Theatre
April 16 - Senior Meeting 10:45am in the Theatre
April 17 - Mrs. Haynes practices with Underclassmen Awardees at 2
April 17 - ISDS Dinner 5:30 in the DCHS Cafe
April 18 - Burross & Richards attend district meeting all day
April 18 - Underclassmen Awards Night 6pm Main Gym
April 19 - Junior Class Meeting in Theatre with Cady Studios First Period (See Cordell for deets)
April 20 - DCHS Junior/Senior Prom 7pm
April 23 - JROTC Battalion Change of Command Ceremony 9:00 - 10:15am
April 23 - Biology Bootcamp 3:20pm
April 24 - Wellmaker hosts Campus Beautification Project
April 24 - Parks at district meeting 3pm
April 25 - Parks at all day district meeting
April 25 - Senior Awards Night 6pm, DCHS Theatre
April 26 - Mrs. Haynes hosts Soccer Banquet in the cafe at 6pm
April 29 - Assessment Training during planning periods
Assessment Season begins
Georgia Alternate Assessment
End of Pathway
End of Course
International Baccalaureate Testing
Advanced Placement Testing
April 30 - Faculty Meeting
May 23 - DCHS Graduation 6:30pm
Senior Events:
May 1 - National College Decision Day 8:45am (Seniors announce their post high school decisions) This will be a short assembly with seniors lasting no more than 45 minutes
May 11 - ALL White Brunch Free for seniors who paid dues, $35 for other seniors who wish to attend
May 15 - Last Day for Seniors
May 16 - Powder Puff Game/Tailgate - Cost for event is $3 per person
Tailgate free for students who paid dues
May 17 - Seniors take Senior Walk through the halls of the DCSS Elementary Schools that they attended from 8:30am-10am (Please note, this elementary walk through is open to all DCSS graduating seniors who wish to participate - this is a district initiative)
May 17 - Senior Parade: DCHS Seniors decorate their vehicles in upper parking lot while DJ spins on the one's and two's; seniors drive the parade route through downtown Douglasville 1:00PM; Food Trucks on campus from 1-4pm - Seniors may purchase their food at the food trucks
May 17 - Senior Lock-in at Andretti's (overnight) see flyer
May 20 - Graduation Practice #1: Seniors report to the new gym at 8:30am; Field Day after practice
May 21 - Graduation Practice #2: Seniors report to DCHS Theatre 3:00pm and will be transported to the Legacy Arena; after practice students will be transported back to DCHS
May 21 - Senior Sunset Event
High School Credit Recovery Summer School
Credit Recovery - all high schools VIRTUAL
May 28 - June 30
$200 per full credit / $100 for ½ credit