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![Chrystene Williams]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1694721086/daltonpublicschoolscom/z0xwfprxc8kmb0xt8yzm/ta.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1694721086/daltonpublicschoolscom/z0xwfprxc8kmb0xt8yzm/ta.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1694721086/daltonpublicschoolscom/z0xwfprxc8kmb0xt8yzm/ta.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1694721086/daltonpublicschoolscom/z0xwfprxc8kmb0xt8yzm/ta.png","width":940}])
Our students are both brainy and brawny, and we're giving a shout-out to our academic team coach! Keep reading to learn more about Coach Arrowood from Dalton Junior High School and Hammond Creek Middle School, and stay tuned for the rest of our highlights!
![Chrystene Williams]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1694527307/daltonpublicschoolscom/zfcrqkuqghutigsm3czu/cwDOTHEBEST.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1694527307/daltonpublicschoolscom/zfcrqkuqghutigsm3czu/cwDOTHEBEST.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1694527307/daltonpublicschoolscom/zfcrqkuqghutigsm3czu/cwDOTHEBEST.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1694527307/daltonpublicschoolscom/zfcrqkuqghutigsm3czu/cwDOTHEBEST.png","width":940}])
In anticipation of a great season, we are featuring our fall athletics coaches from all of our secondary schools! Keep reading to learn more about Coach Williams from Dalton Junior High School and The Dalton Academy, and stay tuned for the rest of our highlights!
![Keri Kirby]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1693926314/daltonpublicschoolscom/felhbiv4zux5qpvofkbh/AlliWagner.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1693926314/daltonpublicschoolscom/felhbiv4zux5qpvofkbh/AlliWagner.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1693926314/daltonpublicschoolscom/felhbiv4zux5qpvofkbh/AlliWagner.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1693926314/daltonpublicschoolscom/felhbiv4zux5qpvofkbh/AlliWagner.png","width":940}])
In anticipation of a great season, we are featuring our fall athletics coaches from all of our secondary schools! Keep reading to learn more about Coach Wagner from Dalton Junior High School, and stay tuned for the rest of our highlights!
![Group photo of Bethel family and Krista Paige and Will Esters]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1693617840/daltonpublicschoolscom/mgshrzazpv2s6xbcvy5m/tomjones2023-20.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1693617840/daltonpublicschoolscom/mgshrzazpv2s6xbcvy5m/tomjones2023-20.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1693617840/daltonpublicschoolscom/mgshrzazpv2s6xbcvy5m/tomjones2023-20.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1693617840/daltonpublicschoolscom/mgshrzazpv2s6xbcvy5m/tomjones2023-20.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1693617840/daltonpublicschoolscom/mgshrzazpv2s6xbcvy5m/tomjones2023-20.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1693617840/daltonpublicschoolscom/mgshrzazpv2s6xbcvy5m/tomjones2023-20.jpg","width":2200}])
Amid the excitement of the first Friday night lights of this football season at Harmon Field, Park Creek Assistant Principal Krista Paige was honored as the 2023 Tom Jones Educator of the Year during the half-time awards presentation ceremony.
![DPS logo]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1639501716/daltonpublicschoolscom/tijjiap9elxvotpu5o1k/DPS_spelledout_CMYK_10Leaves.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1639501716/daltonpublicschoolscom/tijjiap9elxvotpu5o1k/DPS_spelledout_CMYK_10Leaves.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1639501716/daltonpublicschoolscom/tijjiap9elxvotpu5o1k/DPS_spelledout_CMYK_10Leaves.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1639501716/daltonpublicschoolscom/tijjiap9elxvotpu5o1k/DPS_spelledout_CMYK_10Leaves.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1639501716/daltonpublicschoolscom/tijjiap9elxvotpu5o1k/DPS_spelledout_CMYK_10Leaves.png","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1639501716/daltonpublicschoolscom/tijjiap9elxvotpu5o1k/DPS_spelledout_CMYK_10Leaves.png","width":2200}])
The Dalton Board of Education has tentatively approved to reduce the operating millage rate to 8.00 mills from 8.09. This would be the third consecutive year to reduce the operating millage rate which was at 8.20 mills in the 2020 year.
![Aracely Calderon head shot]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1693311864/daltonpublicschoolscom/d0ps08mlfhbtk8iemf0s/aracely.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1693311864/daltonpublicschoolscom/d0ps08mlfhbtk8iemf0s/aracely.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1693311864/daltonpublicschoolscom/d0ps08mlfhbtk8iemf0s/aracely.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1693311864/daltonpublicschoolscom/d0ps08mlfhbtk8iemf0s/aracely.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1693311864/daltonpublicschoolscom/d0ps08mlfhbtk8iemf0s/aracely.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1693311864/daltonpublicschoolscom/d0ps08mlfhbtk8iemf0s/aracely.jpg","width":2200}])
Aracely Calderon from The Dalton Academy earned National Hispanic Recognition Award from the College Board National Recognition Programs.
![Keri Kirby]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1693247737/daltonpublicschoolscom/cf4k4rwhznexvydhxcik/KeriKirby.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1693247737/daltonpublicschoolscom/cf4k4rwhznexvydhxcik/KeriKirby.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1693247737/daltonpublicschoolscom/cf4k4rwhznexvydhxcik/KeriKirby.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1693247737/daltonpublicschoolscom/cf4k4rwhznexvydhxcik/KeriKirby.png","width":940}])
In anticipation of a great season, we are featuring our fall athletics coaches from all of our secondary schools! Keep reading to learn more about Coach Kirby from Hammond Creek Middle School, and stay tuned for the rest of our highlights!
![Marc Hefner]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1692625594/daltonpublicschoolscom/bxvzb7x0ki6durr6xi8h/MCH.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1692625594/daltonpublicschoolscom/bxvzb7x0ki6durr6xi8h/MCH.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1692625594/daltonpublicschoolscom/bxvzb7x0ki6durr6xi8h/MCH.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1692625594/daltonpublicschoolscom/bxvzb7x0ki6durr6xi8h/MCH.png","width":940}])
In anticipation of a great season, we are featuring our fall athletics coaches from all of our secondary schools! Keep reading to learn more about Coach Hefner from Dalton Junior High School, and stay tuned for the rest of our highlights
![Dalton Public Schools Wraps Up a Memorable German-American Partnership Program]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1689167652/daltonpublicschoolscom/jsrtrmm8zpqhijxupqve/image003.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1689167652/daltonpublicschoolscom/jsrtrmm8zpqhijxupqve/image003.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1689167652/daltonpublicschoolscom/jsrtrmm8zpqhijxupqve/image003.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1689167652/daltonpublicschoolscom/jsrtrmm8zpqhijxupqve/image003.jpg","width":1023}])
Over the course of 14 days, DPS students and chaperones embarked on a captivating journey through Germany, creating lasting memories and fostering meaningful connections as part of the German-American Partnership Program.
What people are saying
Joe Martinez
Alum & Restaurant Owner
"I didn't realize until after I graduated how important it was to have that education. Whether you choose to continue your education after high school or not, the education you get in high school is super important."
Gabrielle Nelloms
Alum, DHS Class of 2014
"The opportunities presented to us when I was in school were awesome.”
Cedric Haynes
Alum, Chattanooga Meteorologist
"You are pretty blessed to be a part of Dalton Public Schools where you are going to have people who are ready to go the extra mile to make sure you can achieve your dream."
Carter Crutchfield
Alum, DHS Class of 2009
“Friday Night Lights at Harmon Field are still some of the most special experiences that I will ever have. I feel like it helped shape and mold my career and who I am as a person. My experiences in Dalton were tremendous, I wouldn’t trade them for the world.”
Dalia Santiago
Teacher
"We all work together to support our young generation."
Did You Know?
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.
7700
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.