Early Dismissal Reminder
Dalton Public Schools will have an early dismissal on Friday, December 20, to kick off Winter Break. Please note the dismissal times for each school level:
Elementary Schools: 12:15 PM
Hammond Creek Middle and Dalton Junior High: 11:30 AM
The Dalton Academy and Dalton High School: 10:45 AM
We hope everyone enjoys a safe and relaxing start to the holiday season! Classes will resume on Monday, January 6, 2025.
Traci Hopkins Named The Dalton Academy Classified Staff of the Year:
Dalton Public Schools is proud to announce Traci Hopkins as The Dalton Academy's Classified Staff of the Year. Hopkins, who has been a school nurse since 2006, is celebrated for her unwavering commitment to the physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being of students and staff.
This marks another recognition in her distinguished career, having previously been named Classified Staff of the Year at Blue Ridge Elementary in 2015-2016 and Morris Innovative High School in 2020-2021.
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Today, the Roan School Chorus brought cheer to City Hall with beautiful Christmas carols. Next, they're spreading joy at local senior living facilities, sharing smiles and the spirit of the season!
Dalton Public Schools' Winter Break is just around the corner! School will dismiss early on Friday, December 20, marking the start of the break. We hope everyone enjoys a restful and joyful holiday season.
Classes will resume on Monday, January 6, 2025, and we look forward to welcoming our students back for an exciting new year!
Early Dismissal Reminder
Dalton Public Schools will have an early dismissal on Friday, December 20, to kick off Winter Break. Please note the dismissal times for each school level:
Elementary Schools: 12:15 PM
Hammond Creek Middle and Dalton Junior High: 11:30 AM
The Dalton Academy and Dalton High School: 10:45 AM
We hope everyone enjoys a safe and relaxing start to the holiday season! Classes will resume on Monday, January 6, 2025.
Yesterday, members of the district office leadership team made their way back into the classroom for the day so Dalton High’s science teachers could enjoy a well-deserved off-campus lunch!
The science department earned this treat by winning the Dalton High School Spirit Competition during the DHS homecoming week. It was a great way to celebrate their hard work and school spirit while keeping the learning going!
Several of our students had a fantastic time at Special Spruces this week, a Christmas party for Dalton City and Whitfield County students. Both days featured a dance with a DJ, a delicious lunch, and a special visit from Santa. We love this community event and extend our heartfelt thanks to our teachers for their dedication to serving our students and making moments like this possible!
The girls' basketball teams and coaches from Dalton Junior High School and Hammond Creek Middle School enjoyed giving back to the community by volunteering at the Grateful Dalton event in downtown Dalton. We love seeing our students in action, making a positive impact in our community!
2024 Dalton Teacher of the Year, Zach Clifton, has been making great use of the Ford Bronco awarded to him by Ford of Dalton during our Annual Employee Convocation in August. He recently enjoyed a trip to watch a University of Georgia game and took the Bronco to see the dazzling Christmas lights at the Atlanta Botanical Garden. We extend our gratitude to Ford of Dalton for their continued support of our educators and their dedication to celebrating excellence in teaching!
Last week, Dalton Public Schools had the privilege of presenting to Leadership Dalton-Whitfield during their Education Session. The day was both engaging and insightful, starting with a joint presentation by Dr. Steven Craft, superintendent of Dalton Public Schools GA, and Dr. Ewton, superintendent of Whitfield County Schools. They highlighted key initiatives shaping the future of education in our community.
Participants then participated in a work-based learning panel discussion featuring educators from both school systems, followed by a guided tour of Southeast Whitfield High School.
The day wrapped up with interactive tabletop discussions, bringing together students from our local high schools. It was a meaningful experience filled with learning, connection, and a heartfelt celebration of the commitment our schools have to empowering the next generation!
The Raiders recently showcased their new obstacle course, a key training tool for DPS JROTC cadets to build physical fitness, teamwork, and leadership skills. The course will provide cadets with challenging opportunities to grow and prepare for future competitions. A special thanks goes to the Dalton Public Schools maintenance staff for their hard work and dedication in constructing this valuable resource.
Superintendent Steven Craft recently had the pleasure of enjoying breakfast with a group of exceptional teachers and staff from across the district. These individuals, nominated by their principals, were invited to relax, chat, and be recognized for their outstanding hard work and dedication.
It was a special opportunity to celebrate their contributions and foster connections among those who play a vital role in the success of Dalton Public Schools!
Dalton Public Schools' Winter Break is just around the corner! School will dismiss early on Friday, December 20, marking the start of the break. We hope everyone enjoys a restful and joyful holiday season.
Classes will resume on Monday, January 6, 2025, and we look forward to welcoming our students back for an exciting new year!
Classroom Spotlight: Yesterday, Ms. Luckey’s music class at Roan School learned about classical music, winter traditions, and ice skating. Students used homemade ice skates to practice gliding to classical melodies, combining creativity with an appreciation for music.
Twelve students from Hammond Creek Middle School recently represented our district at the District VII Honor Choir in Cartersville. Jack Redding opened one of the choir’s pieces with a spoken word performance, and Thomas McInnish performed a solo in another.
Five students also auditioned for the Georgia All-State Chorus, and Jack Redding was selected for the 7th/8th Grade All-State Mixed Choir. He will move on to the second round of auditions in January, competing alongside nearly 6,000 students statewide. We are so proud of Jack and all our students for their hard work and achievements!
Ms. Trowell's class at Westwood School embraced the holiday spirit while learning math today! Students worked on partitioning shapes into halves and fourths by using festive holiday ornaments, combining creativity with critical thinking for a hands-on learning experience.
Hammond Creek students celebrated the annual Tiger Tournament in style before the break! They enjoyed exciting field games, showed off their moves at a dance party, and had a blast at the carnival!
Two kindergarten classes—one from City Park and one from Blue Ridge—are embarking on a udder-ly exciting journey! Through Discovery Dairy, they’ve each adopted a dairy cow and will incorporate their calf into science and social studies lessons, learning all about farming and where our milk comes from.
🍂Happy Thanksgiving from Dalton Public Schools! We are thankful for our entire community for your continuous support of our students and staff.
Zachary Hall, an Innovation Manager at Tarkett, recently visited Brookwood Elementary's engineering class to discuss creativity, innovation, and problem-solving. He challenged students to think outside the box and find ways to improve our world!
