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Superintendent Search

The Dalton Public Schools (DPS) Board of Education convened in a Special Called Board Meeting on Friday, March 22nd, to discuss the search for a new school superintendent following the recent retirement announcement of current DPS Superintendent, Dr. Tim Scott, who will transition to the role of Executive Director of Georgia High School Association (GHSA.)

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Dr. Scott Monthly Column

As we prepare for the upcoming 2024-25 academic year, I am excited to share some significant enhancements that we are implementing to further elevate the educational experience for our students. At Dalton Public Schools, our primary goal is to provide the best possible education for every child, fostering rigorous academics, strong school pride, exciting extracurriculars, and ensuring our graduates are future ready. 

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Zone Email Announcement

Dalton Public Schools is pleased to announce that this week letters will be sent home to Dalton Junior High, Dalton High and Dalton Academy students regarding their high school transportation zones for the upcoming 2024-25 school year. These letters contain vital information about transportation zones and the school each student is zoned for in the approaching academic year.

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What people are saying

Joe Martinez
Joe Martinez in restaurant

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."

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Gabrielle Nelloms
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Alum, DHS Class of 2014

"The opportunities presented to us when I was in school were awesome.”

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Cedric Haynes
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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."

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Carter Crutchfield
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.” 

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Dalia Santiago
Dalia Santiago

Teacher

"We all work together to support our young generation." 

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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.

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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.

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72%

72% of DPS staff members have advanced degrees.

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43

Our students come from 43 different countries and speak 18 native languages.

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Dual-Language Immersion

Elementary students at 5 schools can participate in German and Spanish dual-language classrooms.

 

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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. 

 

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