The Dalton Academy

Attention Rising 9th Graders & Parents! 📢 Thinking about high school? Come learn what The Dalton Academy has to offer at our TDA Information Night! 🎉 This will be in conjunction with the DJHS English Parent Event. 📅 Date: Thursday, February 6th 📍 Location: 1250 Cross Plains Trail ⏰ Time: 5:30-7:00 Discover our unique pathways, meet some of our teachers and students, and get your questions answered before scheduling begins. Don’t miss this chance to explore your future at TDA! 🐾💛

Students, this is your time to start registering for classes. You will meet with your counselor to help! https://www.daltonpublicschools.com/o/tda/page/tda-registration

IMPORTANT WEATHER UPDATE: TWO-HOUR DELAY FOR DALTON PUBLIC SCHOOLS ON MONDAY, JANUARY 13, 2025 Out of an abundance of caution, Dalton Public Schools will operate on a two-hour delay on Monday, January 13, 2025. Key details for families: Dalton High School and The Dalton Academy will begin at 9:30 AM. Hammond Creek Middle School and Dalton Junior High School will begin at 10:05 AM. Elementary schools will begin at 10:30 AM. -Buses will run two hours later than normal. For example, if a bus typically picks up students at 6:30, it will arrive at 8:30. -All students will receive a grab-and-go breakfast upon arrival. -All extracurricular activities will continue as schedule -The Board of Education meeting will proceed as planned. Students will be released at their normal time, and aside from the delayed start, the school day will proceed as usual. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation. Please stay safe, and we look forward to welcoming students back to school on Monday!

With snow and a wintry mix expected in the forecast, we’ve made the decision to cancel school on Friday, January 10, 2025, to ensure the safety of our students, staff, and families. This day will not be a digital learning day, so students will not have assignments or online work to complete. We hope this gives your family the opportunity to enjoy a safe and restful day at home. While we anticipate returning to school as usual next week, we will encourage students to take their laptops and chargers home with them today. This is just a precaution in case weather conditions extend beyond Friday. Please help us remind your child to handle these items with care so they’re ready to use when needed. If your child is in need of a warm jacket for the winter weather, please contact your school social worker for assistance. We are here to help and ensure all students are prepared for the colder temperatures. Additionally, if your family is experiencing food insecurity or would like assistance, we invite you to visit our website for a list of food resources available to families. Thank you for your understanding and partnership as we navigate the winter weather together. If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to your child’s school. Stay safe, stay warm, and we look forward to seeing everyone back soon!

With snow and a wintry mix in the forecast, we are closely monitoring the weather and considering all factors to ensure the safety of our students, staff, and families. We will meet with our weather team early tomorrow morning to review the latest conditions and determine the best course of action. Once a decision is made, we will communicate it to you promptly, so you have time to prepare accordingly. In preparation for the weather event, we encourage all students to bring their laptops and chargers home with them on Thursday. We ask for your help in reminding your child to do so, ensuring they handle these items with care and have them ready to use if needed. If your child needs a warm jacket to prepare for the colder temperatures, please contact your school social worker for assistance. We are here to help ensure all students are ready for the winter weather. Additionally, if your family is experiencing food insecurity or would like assistance, we invite you to visit our website for a list of food resources available to families. You can access this information on our website. Thank you for your patience and understanding as we navigate the winter weather together. Please keep an eye out for tomorrow’s update, and feel free to reach out to your child’s school with any questions.

We have our first virtual learning day scheduled for November 22. Our goal is to provide meaningful learning while keeping the workload manageable. Students will have assignments for each of their classes. Each assignment is meant to take 10-20 minutes to complete so you can expect about two hours. All assignments will focus on reviewing previously taught content; no new material will be introduced on this day. Assignments can be paper-based and/or digital using Canvas. Additionally, we ask that you always encourage independent reading and the review of recently learned topics. Thank you for your partnership in helping our students have a successful virtual learning experience. Please feel free to contact your child’s teacher if you have any questions.

We are excited to welcome Brittney Carmichael to TDA to share the dangers of vaping with parents. We will also host our own Officer Johnson to deliver a gang presentation. This is the parent meeting you don't want to miss. THIS THURSDAY, Choose either the 8:30 or 3:30 session.

This Friday we will have a Virtual Learning Day. This is a time for students to work on classwork at home. Teachers and staff will report to school and gain valuable collaboration time. Please review the image for more details. Go Pumas!

Family Math/Science TONIGHT! 5:30 at the Mack Gaston Community Center. Come get some snacks and see what cool math/science things are happening at TDA!

Dia De Los Muertos/Trunk or Treat, Saturday 5-8pm

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Would you like to become a sponsor for our new Wrestling Team? Scan this QR code! https://www.schoolpay.com/pay/for/TDA-WRESTLING-TEAM-DONATIONS/SoPMZH

Weather Monitoring Update from Dalton Public Schools: Due to safety concerns related to Tropical Storm/Hurricane Helene, Dalton Public Schools will be closed on Thursday and Friday, September 26th and 27th. This includes the cancellation of all extracurricular activities scheduled for those days. The decision was made in collaboration with local safety agencies to ensure the well-being of our students, staff, and community. Dalton High Homecoming Activities Adjusted: •Parade: The Dalton High homecoming parade will be rescheduled to take place on Saturday, September 28th at 9:00 AM. •Football Game: The homecoming football game will now be held on Saturday at 12:00 PM, with the homecoming court presented at halftime. •Homecoming Dance: The homecoming dance will proceed as planned on Saturday at 7:00 PM. Additional information, including details about the parade route and a parade route map, will be shared soon. We will continue to monitor weather conditions and provide any further updates through our communication channels. Thank you for your understanding and support as we prioritize the safety of everyone in our schools. For additional information on how decisions are made regarding weather and safety, please visit our website: https://dhs.daltonpublicschools.com/page/weather-and-closings. DPS Staff – Please keep an eye out for upcoming communication from your school principal regarding your plans.

Wrestling Coming to TDA!!! Hear from Coach Keefe about this monumental first for The Pumas!! Check out the video here: https://youtu.be/w_Pc7V6zM9g

HOCO week kicks off with Country vs City!!

Join us this Thursday, either at 8:30 or 3:30 for a parent meeting with Brittney Carmichael, a public health analyst, and Officer Johnson, our School Resource Officer, for a talk about the dangers of vaping and gangs. September 26th 8:30 or 3:30 at The Dalton Academy

Don't forget! There is no school on Monday, September 2, due to the Labor Day Holiday. We will see all of our students and staff back in school on Tuesday, September 3. Have a great long weekend!

Dr. Steven Craft Monthly Column: Embracing Unity and Excellence in Dalton Public Schools As we kick off the 2024-25 school year, I am filled with immense pride and excitement about the journey ahead. Our theme this year, "Our Story, Our Strength: Leading as One," perfectly encapsulates the spirit and unity that define Dalton Public Schools. We are blessed with an extraordinary team of educators and staff who are not only dedicated professionals but also passionate about making a positive impact on our students' lives. This collective commitment to excellence is what drives us to create a phenomenal learning environment for every child in our district. Read more: https://www.daltonpublicschools.com/article/1730068

Dalton Public Schools Little Cats Program Enrollment for 2024-2025 Dalton Public Schools is now enrolling 3-4 year olds for the 2024-2025 Little Cats Program! This free parent and child program meets once a week for 2.5 hours, offering a range of activities including story time, music, movement, and literacy, math, and science activities to foster academic and motor skills development. Classes are led by Family Engagement Coordinators and are available at three locations: Three Locations: Annex at City Park Elementary Morning and afternoon sessions every Tuesday starting September 3rd Address: 105 N. Thornton Avenue, Dalton, GA 30720 Beechland Resource Center Afternoon session every Thursday starting January 9th Address: 704 Beechland Circle, Dalton, GA 30721 Roan Roundhouse Morning and afternoon sessions every Wednesday starting September 4th Address: 400 Vann Circle, Dalton, GA 30721 For more information, please contact: Raquel Cardona: 706-463-7647 Saira Laruy: 706-463-7631 Click here for more information: https://5il.co/2t4qk