
What a way to kick off summer!
Dalton Public Schools 2nd graders celebrated the season with two unforgettable Reading Rallies filled with inspiration, excitement, and the joy of books! Students heard encouraging messages from district leaders, student-athletes, and special guest Malcolm Mitchell, who shared how learning to read changed his life.
Every student received a personal copy of Malcolm’s book 'Hey Georgia' and followed along as it was read aloud, hanging on every word. A few lucky students even had the chance to join in fun activities—from tossing the football to answering questions for signed books!
We are incredibly grateful to our community partners for helping us create such meaningful literacy moments. The energy, enthusiasm, and love for reading were truly contagious!
#DaltonReads

It’s officially Senior Spotlight season, and we couldn’t be more proud to shine a light on some of our soon-to-be graduates!
Today we’re featuring Dalton High School, Lilli Sharp.
Lilli was involved in the Dalton High School drama club all four years and served as the club’s treasurer her junior year. Her greatest accomplishments as a student at Dalton High school include: winning State Literary competition for personal essay writing twice, writing an original musical with her friend Ellis Stephens, composing three Orchestral works, and conducting the world premiere of her piece, “Nostalgia,” for the DHS Wind Ensemble. Lilli will be attending UGA in the fall as a student in the school of music.
Way to go!


Celebrating National Speech Language Pathologist Day!
Today, we express our heartfelt gratitude to the incredible Speech Language Pathologists (SLPs) of Dalton Public Schools. Their dedication and expertise play a crucial role in supporting our students' communication and learning.
Let's honor and thank our amazing SLPs:
Delise Bravo-Bussey
Carly Burgess
Blakely Cobb
Emily Lewis
Addison Matter
Colby Robertson
Mary Scalise
Courtney Smith
Demi Snyder
Rhonda Swaney
Kate Yarbrough
Thank you for your unwavering commitment and the positive impact you have on our students' lives!


It’s officially Senior Spotlight season, and we couldn’t be more proud to shine a light on some of our soon-to-be graduates!
Today we’re featuring Dalton High School graduate, Eyasu Evans.
Eyasu is proud to be a Scholar Athlete, having participated in football, basketball, and track at DHS. He was also inducted into the National Honors Society. In the fall Eyasu plans to pursue a Bachelors in Science and Nursing from Kennesaw State University.
Way to go!


It’s officially Senior Spotlight season, and we couldn’t be more proud to shine a light on some of our soon-to-be graduates!
Today we’re featuring The Dalton Academy graduate, Jessica Escutia.
Jessica is proud to have been part of National Honors Society, the basketball team, the track team, and to have participated in Dual Enrollment while attending The Dalton Academy. Her greatest achievement in High School was being the First student to pursue the Logistics and Supply Chain Management program at GNTC.
Way to go!


Since 2019, the Don Amonett Cup has recognized outstanding school spirit and participation across Dalton Public Schools. Named in honor of longtime educator and proud Dalton native Don Amonett, this prestigious award celebrates the school that goes above and beyond in engaging with district-wide events and initiatives throughout the year.
We’re proud to announce that the 2024–2025 winner of the Don Amonett Cup is Westwood Elementary! Please join us in congratulating them on this well-deserved recognition.


It’s officially Senior Spotlight season, and we couldn’t be more proud to shine a light on some of our soon-to-be graduates!
Today we’re featuring Dalton High School graduate, CenCen Wan.
Cencen is proud to have achieved a perfect SAT score, attended Governors Honors Program, & to have participated in a variety of extracurriculars. She participated in Beta Club, the United Way Youth Council, color guard, literary, & lacrosse during her time at DHS. Cencen will be attending Princeton University in the fall.
Way to go!


READY TO LEARN THIS SUMMER?
Dalton Public Schools Summer School 2025 is here!
If you're looking to catch up, get ahead, or stay on track, summer school is the perfect opportunity. Flexible schedules, supportive staff, and a focused learning environment—designed for student success.
LOCATION: The Annex (105 N. Thornton Ave.)
DATES: June 2 – July 10 (Mondays through Thursdays only)
HOURS:
Morning Session: 8:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Afternoon Session: 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM
COST:
$150 per full credit
$100 per 0.5 credit
$200 per initial credit
(Initial credit requires counselor or administrator approval)
Payment is due at registration (cash or check only)
REGISTRATION:
The Annex
Wednesday, May 28 | 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Thursday, May 29 | 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Take charge of your education this summer. Make it count.



Save the Date! 🎓
Join us in celebrating the Class of 2025!
📍 The Dalton Academy – May 23 at 5:00 PM | The Dalton Stadium
📍 Dalton High School – May 23 at 8:00 PM | Harmon Field


REMINDER: Dalton Public Schools to Host Summer Learning Kickoff Event
May 15, 2025 | 5–6 PM | Mack Gaston Community Center
Dalton Public Schools invites families to attend the Summer Learning Kickoff on Thursday, May 15, from 5:00 to 6:00 PM at the Mack Gaston Community Center. This free event is designed for families of rising kindergarten and first grade students.
Attendees will learn how to support their children’s learning during the summer months with practical, at-home literacy activities. Families will receive an ABC Summer Calendar, which includes daily ideas to keep young minds engaged using everyday items found at home.
Short videos will also be shared to demonstrate how to complete activities from the calendar. On-site childcare will be provided. This event is open to all Dalton Public Schools families and community partners.
This event is part of DaltonReads!, a district-wide initiative focused on promoting early literacy and building a strong reading foundation for all students in Dalton Public Schools.
Read more: DaltonPublicSchools.com



SOARING TO NEW HEIGHTS: Please join us in congratulating Lily Bearden, Class of 2025, on completing her first solo flight out of Calhoun Airport (CZL) this past week!
Lily has been flying alongside her father since 7th grade and officially began pursuing her pilot’s license this February. Now, after completing her solo flight, she’s cleared to take to the skies solo in her plane — affectionately named "Dorthy" — a Grumman AA-1 decked out in none other than DHS colors!
She’ll continue logging flight hours toward earning her Private Pilot’s License before heading off to college this fall. We couldn’t be prouder of this high-flying Catamount!



Happy School Communicators Day!
At Dalton Public Schools, we’re incredibly proud of our team of school communicators who go above and beyond each day! Not only do they shine in their regular roles, but they also serve as dedicated Webmasters and Publicists, ensuring our families stay informed and connected. Whether it’s highlighting student success, sharing school events, or showcasing the everyday magic happening in our classrooms — they make it happen!
Help us celebrate this awesome team:
Keri Dixon — Hammond Creek Middle School
Beth Mashburn — Dalton Junior High School
Amanda Triplett & Julia Cagle — The Dalton Academy
Melanie Patrick — Dalton High School
Ashley Grycz, Jack Kersey, & Kendra Pannell — Dalton Public Schools
Thank you for your creativity, dedication, and for telling the stories that make DPS shine!









It’s officially Senior Spotlight season, and we couldn’t be more proud to shine a light on some of our soon-to-be graduates!
Today we’re featuring Dalton High School graduate, Cristobal Marquez.
As a Dalton High School Student Cristobal has been the National Honors Society President, Marching Band Drum Major, National Beta Club Vice President, and a HOSA officer among other things. He will be attending the University of Southern California as a Pre-Med student, aiming to become a doctor.
Way to go!


Happy School Communicators Day!
At Dalton Public Schools, we’re incredibly proud of our team of school communicators who go above and beyond each day! Not only do they shine in their regular roles, but they also serve as dedicated Webmasters and Publicists, ensuring our families stay informed and connected. Whether it’s highlighting student success, sharing school events, or showcasing the everyday magic happening in our classrooms — they make it happen!
Help us celebrate this awesome team:
Anna Collins — Blue Ridge School
Emily Carpenter — Brookwood School
Hannah Talley — City Park School
Mary Carlson — Park Creek School
Jerre Leonard & Emily Elliott — Roan School
Gaby Hefner — Westwood School








Huge congratulations to our Park Creek Cheetahs for placing 1st out of 57 teams in the regional Stock Market Game.
In just 10 weeks, they turned a simulated $100,000 into $108,931.63—an impressive gain of nearly $9,000. The Stock Market Game is an online simulation that introduces students in grades 4–12 to investing, economics, and personal finance, helping prepare them for financially independent futures.
Great job, Cheetahs!


It’s officially Senior Spotlight season, and we couldn’t be more proud to shine a light on some of our soon-to-be graduates!
Today we’re featuring The Dalton Academy graduate, Angelina Angelats.
Angelina participated in soccer, volleyball, flag football, basketball cheerleading, the translation academy, the Big Brother Big Sister program, national honor society, and DECA. She plans to pursue nursing in college so she can help other people.
Way to go!


🚍 Help Us Plan for Next Year—Complete the Transportation Form!
Dalton Public Schools is planning bus routes for the 2025–2026 school year, and we need your input!
All families—whether your student will ride the bus or not—must complete the Transportation Intent Form by June 15, 2025.
Let us know if your student will ride the bus in the morning, afternoon, or both.
Students without a completed form may not be guaranteed a bus assignment on the first day of school, so submitting the form on time is important!
⏳ Don’t wait—forms submitted after June 15 could delay your student’s bus assignment.
📲 Complete the form here: https://dalton.iad1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_a5irwWXAaMrL5rM
🌐 Visit our transportation webpage for more details: https://www.daltonpublicschools.com/page/transportation-intent-2025



Interested in flexible learning options for high school students?
Join us to learn more about Dalton Public Schools’ Cyber Academy—a flexible learning experience where students can design their own path to success.
📅 Monday, May 20
🕠 5:30 PM
📍 Dalton High School Media Center: 1500 Manly Street
Whether your student needs a self-paced environment or extra support to get back on track, Cyber Academy is here to meet them where they are. Don’t miss it!


Dalton Public Schools to Host Summer Learning Kickoff Event
May 15, 2025 | 5–6 PM | Mack Gaston Community Center
Dalton Public Schools invites families to attend the Summer Learning Kickoff on Thursday, May 15, from 5:00 to 6:00 PM at the Mack Gaston Community Center. This free event is designed for families of rising kindergarten and first grade students.
Attendees will learn how to support their children’s learning during the summer months with practical, at-home literacy activities. Families will receive an ABC Summer Calendar, which includes daily ideas to keep young minds engaged using everyday items found at home.
Short videos will also be shared to demonstrate how to complete activities from the calendar. On-site childcare will be provided. This event is open to all Dalton Public Schools families and community partners.
This event is part of DaltonReads!, a district-wide initiative focused on promoting early literacy and building a strong reading foundation for all students in Dalton Public Schools.
Read more: DaltonPublicSchools.com



Step into the ring and make some noise for our Undisputed Champions of Learning!
This Teacher Appreciation Week, we celebrate our educators as the reigning, undefeated title holders in education—dedicated, relentless, and always fighting for student success. 🎉💪 Let’s show them the appreciation they deserve!
