March has just come to a close, and our Jammin’ Jellyfish are still making waves! 🪼🌸✨ This month we’re celebrating Angel and Sayani for their hard work, positive attitudes, and dedication in the classroom. They’ve shown that finishing strong is just as important as starting strong.
Keep swimming forward, Jellyfish—there’s so much more to accomplish as we head into the next chapter of the year! 🌷🌊💜🎶
Keep swimming forward, Jellyfish—there’s so much more to accomplish as we head into the next chapter of the year! 🌷🌊💜🎶
As a school we are participating in the 43rd Annual Bill Gregory Health Care Classic on Saturday, April 25 here in Dalton. You can sign up using the link below. If you join a school team please join DJHS.
Here is a link with instructions/sign up information: https://runsignup.com/Race/BGHCC/Page/Schools
Choose "Join a Company/School" option when registering.
Locate Schools: We have created a registration site JUST for Schools. Students, faculty, and staff will use this to register. Find "Schools" in the list created and select the "Join" button on the right.
School Code: When prompted to enter the required Code during registration, you will enter Code: L4Sch2026
School Selection: During registration, there will be a question, "Please choose the school your student attends. (Faculty/Staff: Please choose your location.)" with a dropdown list of all schools eligible for the discounted registration price. This information will also be used for participation awards.
We'll see you there!
Here is a link with instructions/sign up information: https://runsignup.com/Race/BGHCC/Page/Schools
Choose "Join a Company/School" option when registering.
Locate Schools: We have created a registration site JUST for Schools. Students, faculty, and staff will use this to register. Find "Schools" in the list created and select the "Join" button on the right.
School Code: When prompted to enter the required Code during registration, you will enter Code: L4Sch2026
School Selection: During registration, there will be a question, "Please choose the school your student attends. (Faculty/Staff: Please choose your location.)" with a dropdown list of all schools eligible for the discounted registration price. This information will also be used for participation awards.
We'll see you there!
Something new we are starting at DJHS is recognizing a Teacher of the Month! Cassie Richardson was recognized yesterday as the DJHS Teacher of the Month for April. She does an outstanding job bringing art alive in our hallways. She embodies the Woo Culture and is a Champion for Students!
Two Claps and a Ric Flair...WOO!! 👏🏻👏🏻
Two Claps and a Ric Flair...WOO!! 👏🏻👏🏻
Our 8th grade ELA students brought learning to life through hands-on creativity! After reading Origami City in their Savvas My Perspectives curriculum, students explored the connection between technology and design by creating their own origami pieces. A perfect blend of literacy, critical thinking, and innovation!
Nuestros estudiantes de Literatura (ELA) de 8.º grado dieron vida al aprendizaje a través de la creatividad práctica! Después de leer Origami City en su currículo Savvas My Perspectives, los estudiantes exploraron la conexión entre la tecnología y el diseño al crear sus propias piezas de origami. ¡Una combinación perfecta de alfabetismo, pensamiento crítico e innovación!
It's time for our annual Family Engagement Survey! This is different than the School Climate survey earlier this year. It's a survey released mid-March that provides a prime opportunity to you to share feedback with us so we can better serve you! We value your opinions and would appreciate you taking the time to complete the survey. Thank you in advance for your participation.
¡Es hora de nuestra encuesta anual de participación familiar! Esta es diferente de la encuesta de clima escolar que se realizó a principios de este año. Es una encuesta que se publica a mediados de marzo y le brinda una excelente oportunidad para compartir sus comentarios con nosotros para poder servirle mejor. Valoramos su opinión y le agradecemos que se tome el tiempo para completar la encuesta. Gracias de antemano por su participación.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfcnwD6VqhbnDjnMitCrrC5qAXiQWBbmZHBzSDlIBPnWj1Orw/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=105258951378756477323
This is for families of students attending The Dalton Academy next year.
You are invited to Puma POUNCE Wednesday, March 18, from 6:00 to 7:30 PM.
This event is for rising freshmen and their families to come learn about The Dalton Academy. You will be able to meet teachers, talk with our counselors about high school classes, and see career pathway programs.
There will also be a career panel with local business leaders. They will talk about jobs and career opportunities in our community.
Families can also visit displays from the Fine Arts, English, and Social Studies teachers.
Dinner will be available. Pizza plates will be sold for $5.
We hope you and your family will join us to learn more about The Dalton Academy and the opportunities for your student.
We look forward to seeing you Wednesday, 6:00 to 7:30 PM.
You are invited to Puma POUNCE Wednesday, March 18, from 6:00 to 7:30 PM.
This event is for rising freshmen and their families to come learn about The Dalton Academy. You will be able to meet teachers, talk with our counselors about high school classes, and see career pathway programs.
There will also be a career panel with local business leaders. They will talk about jobs and career opportunities in our community.
Families can also visit displays from the Fine Arts, English, and Social Studies teachers.
Dinner will be available. Pizza plates will be sold for $5.
We hope you and your family will join us to learn more about The Dalton Academy and the opportunities for your student.
We look forward to seeing you Wednesday, 6:00 to 7:30 PM.
Welcome to Dalton!
Thirteen students from Mainhardt, Germany, will spend the next two weeks in classes at Hammond Creek and Dalton Junior High School. They are here to improve their English and to learn about American culture. Many activities have been planned for them during this visit, including field trips and sporting events. Please give them a warm welcome when you see them!
Thirteen students from Mainhardt, Germany, will spend the next two weeks in classes at Hammond Creek and Dalton Junior High School. They are here to improve their English and to learn about American culture. Many activities have been planned for them during this visit, including field trips and sporting events. Please give them a warm welcome when you see them!
Reminder: Join us for an important evening of parent engagement featuring three informative meetings: our Title I Stakeholder Meeting, Academic Night with Georgia Milestones information, and the Savannah Trip Parent Meeting. Events will be held March 17 beginning at 4:30. Hope to see you there!
20 school days left to reserve your spot for the Dollywood trip! Get your forms and money in soon, Cougars! 🐾🎢
Last week we celebrated School Social Worker Week!
Thank you to our amazing school social worker, Viri Ortiz, for the care, encouragement, and support you give our students every day. Your impact reaches far beyond the classroom, and our school community is stronger because of you!
Thank you to our amazing school social worker, Viri Ortiz, for the care, encouragement, and support you give our students every day. Your impact reaches far beyond the classroom, and our school community is stronger because of you!
Join us for an important evening of parent engagement featuring three informative meetings: our Title I Stakeholder Meeting, Academic Night with Georgia Milestones information, and the Savannah Trip Parent Meeting. Events will be held March 17 beginning at 4:30. Hope to see you there!
📚✏️ Beacon Testing Begins Monday for 8th Grade! ✏️📚
Beacon testing for all 8th grade students kicks off Monday with Math, followed by Reading on Wednesday and Thursday. This is an important opportunity for our students to show what they’ve learned and demonstrate their growth this year!
Students brought home informational letters today with important details about the Beacon assessments. If you’d like to review that information, you can also access the letters here:
🔗 https://www.daltonpublicschools.com/o/djhs/page/beacon-letter-to-parents
To help your student be successful, please make sure they:
✔️ Bring their fully charged computer and charger
✔️ Get a good night’s sleep
✔️ Arrive at school on time
✔️ Take their time and work diligently
We are confident our students are prepared and ready to do their best. Thank you for partnering with us to support them during testing week!
Beacon testing for all 8th grade students kicks off Monday with Math, followed by Reading on Wednesday and Thursday. This is an important opportunity for our students to show what they’ve learned and demonstrate their growth this year!
Students brought home informational letters today with important details about the Beacon assessments. If you’d like to review that information, you can also access the letters here:
🔗 https://www.daltonpublicschools.com/o/djhs/page/beacon-letter-to-parents
To help your student be successful, please make sure they:
✔️ Bring their fully charged computer and charger
✔️ Get a good night’s sleep
✔️ Arrive at school on time
✔️ Take their time and work diligently
We are confident our students are prepared and ready to do their best. Thank you for partnering with us to support them during testing week!
Please see the following updates regarding our athletic schedule:
JV Boys Soccer – Today’s game has been cancelled.
Varsity Baseball – Will host Calhoun for a doubleheader today at Heritage Point beginning at 4:30 PM.
JV Baseball – Will travel to Ocoee for a doubleheader today beginning at 4:30 PM.
Please note that Thursday’s scheduled baseball game at Calhoun has been moved to today due to the potential for inclement weather.
JV Boys Soccer – Today’s game has been cancelled.
Varsity Baseball – Will host Calhoun for a doubleheader today at Heritage Point beginning at 4:30 PM.
JV Baseball – Will travel to Ocoee for a doubleheader today beginning at 4:30 PM.
Please note that Thursday’s scheduled baseball game at Calhoun has been moved to today due to the potential for inclement weather.
🎢✨ DOLLYWOOD TAKE 2, COUGARS! ✨🎢
We’re headed to the mountains! 🏔️ The 8th Grade Dollywood Trip has officially been rescheduled for Tuesday, May 12 — and we are READY!
Here’s what you need to know:
💲 Cost: $80
🎟️ Includes:
✔️ Dollywood ticket
✔️ Charter bus transportation
✔️ THREE meals 🍔🍕🍦
✔️ A trip t-shirt (must be worn the day of the field trip!)
📅 Money & forms are due to your math teacher by April 17 — NO EXCEPTIONS!
This is going to be an unforgettable day of roller coasters, laughs, and memories with your friends before the school year wraps up! 🎡🎉
Let’s show up and show out, Cougars! 🐾
Dollywood, here we come! WOO! 🎢🔥
We’re headed to the mountains! 🏔️ The 8th Grade Dollywood Trip has officially been rescheduled for Tuesday, May 12 — and we are READY!
Here’s what you need to know:
💲 Cost: $80
🎟️ Includes:
✔️ Dollywood ticket
✔️ Charter bus transportation
✔️ THREE meals 🍔🍕🍦
✔️ A trip t-shirt (must be worn the day of the field trip!)
📅 Money & forms are due to your math teacher by April 17 — NO EXCEPTIONS!
This is going to be an unforgettable day of roller coasters, laughs, and memories with your friends before the school year wraps up! 🎡🎉
Let’s show up and show out, Cougars! 🐾
Dollywood, here we come! WOO! 🎢🔥
Our 8th grade Georgia Studies classes took learning on the move with a Georgia Studies Scavenger Hunt Question Trail! 🗺️✨
Students traveled from clue to clue, answering questions, making connections, and putting their knowledge of Georgia history to the test. It was fast-paced, collaborative, and full of great discussion!
Who says reviewing can’t be fun?
Students traveled from clue to clue, answering questions, making connections, and putting their knowledge of Georgia history to the test. It was fast-paced, collaborative, and full of great discussion!
Who says reviewing can’t be fun?
For those students going to Dalton High School next year, they are having an open house for you and your families on Monday, February 23 at 6:00 pm. Come see what DHS is all about!
We're celebrating TDA Homecoming next week, Cougars!
February is flying by, and our Jammin’ Jellyfish are blooming right along with it! 🪼🌸✨ This month we’re celebrating Aubrey and Isaac for continuing to grow, shine, and make waves in the classroom. With spring just around the corner, their hard work, positive attitudes, and dedication show that success is always in season.
Keep swimming strong, Jellyfish, brighter days (and even bigger accomplishments) are ahead! 🌷🌊💜🎶
Keep swimming strong, Jellyfish, brighter days (and even bigger accomplishments) are ahead! 🌷🌊💜🎶
Dalton Junior High School student Josslyn Rickett received awards from the Veterans of Foreign Wars on 02/10/2026 for her participation in the Patriot’s Pen Essay competition. Posts receive submissions from area students and evaluate their submissions against several criteria, then winners are submitted for review at the District, State, and even National levels. Rickett submitted an essay discussing patriotism to VFW Post 5376 (Calhoun, Ga), which serves Whitfield and Gordon counties. Rickett was not only selected as the winner for Post 5376, but she was also selected as the 2nd Place winner for District One in Georgia! This area covers the entire northwest corner of the state. Rickett received $275.00 in prize money, a medal from the VFW, and several award certificates. Rickett was introduced to the program by her School Resource Officer, Sean Hudson, who is also an Army Veteran and member of the VFW.
Please join us in celebrating our outstanding 8th Grade Young Georgia Author winners! Their exceptional writing showcases creativity and true literary talent. We are incredibly proud of their accomplishments and can’t wait to see where their storytelling journeys take them next. Congratulations on this well-deserved achievement! 🎉📖
