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Dalton Public Schools proudly announces the appointment of Kendall Jordan as the new Director of Student Information Services & Enrollment, effective immediately. With a rich background in both education and business, Jordan brings a wealth of experience and expertise to this role.
Dalton Public Schools is thrilled to introduce several outstanding educators who have been appointed to key leadership positions within the school system. Approved by the Dalton Public Schools Board of Education during its meeting on April 15, 2024, these new leaders bring a wealth of experience and expertise to their roles.
The Dalton Public Schools Board of Education is pleased to announce Dr. Steven Craft as the sole finalist for the position of Superintendent of Dalton Public Schools.
Dalton, GA – The Dalton Public Schools Board of Education is set to convene for its next regular meeting on Monday, April 15th, 2024. This meeting marks a significant juncture in the ongoing process of selecting a new superintendent for the district.
Students from The Dalton Academy recently showcased their service initiatives at the regional Interact Conference, proudly representing the #6910 Carpet City Rotary Club. Sandra Aguilar, Jimena Chun Perez, Jennifer Vargas, and Michel Marin highlighted various projects, including clean-up events, canned food drives, and their invaluable volunteer efforts with the Dalton Lions Club.
Dalton Public Schools proudly announces that three of its students from Dalton High School have been recognized as 2024 Georgia Scholars Honorees by the Georgia Department of Education.
Dalton High School proudly announces the appointment of Jonathan Adams as the new Head Boys' Basketball Coach. With an impressive track record of success and a commitment to fostering both students athletic excellence and academic growth, Adams is poised to lead the Dalton High basketball program to new heights.
Vanesa Vazquez, the English to Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) Instructional Coach at The Dalton Academy, has been dedicated to supporting parents in their children's education through a recent series of workshops.
Dalton Public Schools is proud to announce the achievement of Lesley Morales, a student at The Dalton Academy, who had the honor of introducing the 2024 Junior Achievement Northwest Georgia Business Hall of Fame Laureate, Brian McAllister.
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Increasing Graduation Rate
Dalton Public Schools has a graduation rate is 85.1 percent, up from 80.0 percent in 2019.
1:1
Every student in PreK through 12th grade receives their own device to integrate into their classroom experience.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Program
The International Baccalaureate program is a rigorous pre-university program leading to assessments in six subject areas. It offers a challenging and demanding educational experience across the full curriculum.
Dual-Language Immersion
Elementary students at 5 schools can participate in German and Spanish dual-language classrooms.
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There are 7,750 students in Dalton Public Schools and more than 1,000 dedicated teachers and staff members.
RECONFIGURATION
Dalton Public Schools reconfigured its secondary grade levels to best serve all students.