Love the open road and school spirit? Become an Activity Bus Driver with Dalton Public Schools and drive the adventure! Help students get to games, field trips, and fun eventsāsafely and on schedule. Apply today and be part of the journey! This is a Dalton Public Schools positionājoin the DPS team! Apply today at: https://dalton.schoolspring.com/?jobid=5280435
PEACH TAX CREDIT PROGRAM: Looking to support education and save on taxes? Learn how you can benefit from the Peach Tax Credit program with Dalton Public Schools!
Visit https://www.daltonpublicschools.com/page/peach-education-tax-credit for more details!
Visit https://www.daltonpublicschools.com/page/peach-education-tax-credit for more details!
Itās officially Senior Spotlight season, and we couldnāt be more proud to shine a light on some of our recent graduates!
Today weāre featuring Dalton High School graduate, Michael Idung.
As a Dalton High School Student Michael participated in Band, Marching Band, and Theater. He is most proud of receiving solos in band and having the opportunity to play in the orchestra for DHS Playersā Shuler competition musicals. In the fall, Michael will be attending Dalton State College to study engineering, a subject that he has been passionate about since he was a kid.
Way to go!
Today weāre featuring Dalton High School graduate, Michael Idung.
As a Dalton High School Student Michael participated in Band, Marching Band, and Theater. He is most proud of receiving solos in band and having the opportunity to play in the orchestra for DHS Playersā Shuler competition musicals. In the fall, Michael will be attending Dalton State College to study engineering, a subject that he has been passionate about since he was a kid.
Way to go!
2025-26 School Year Schedules Announced!
š¢ High Schools: 7:30 AM ā 2:15 PM
Dalton High drop-off: begins at 6:45 AM
The Dalton Academy drop-off: begins at 6:50 AM
š Middle Schools: 8:05 AM ā 3:00 PM
Drop-off begins at 7:30 AM
š£ Elementary Schools: 8:30 AM ā 3:25 PM
Drop-off begins at 7:30 AM
Letās get ready for a great year!
š¢ High Schools: 7:30 AM ā 2:15 PM
Dalton High drop-off: begins at 6:45 AM
The Dalton Academy drop-off: begins at 6:50 AM
š Middle Schools: 8:05 AM ā 3:00 PM
Drop-off begins at 7:30 AM
š£ Elementary Schools: 8:30 AM ā 3:25 PM
Drop-off begins at 7:30 AM
Letās get ready for a great year!
Itās officially Senior Spotlight season, and we couldnāt be more proud to shine a light on some of our recent graduates!
Today weāre featuring Dalton High School graduate, Caroline Hogshead.
While attending Dalton High School Caroline was active at her school and in the community as a company member at dance theatre of dalton, a player on the Varsity Girls Lacrosse team, a member of the Varsity Competition and Football cheer teams, a member of the interact club, the pep club, National Honors Society, and FCA. She is most proud of being an AP scholar, getting into her dream college, receiving the IB german award, and keeping all Aās throughout high school. Caroline will be attending the University of Georgia where she will be studying Psychology on the Pre-Med Track.
Way to go!
Today weāre featuring Dalton High School graduate, Caroline Hogshead.
While attending Dalton High School Caroline was active at her school and in the community as a company member at dance theatre of dalton, a player on the Varsity Girls Lacrosse team, a member of the Varsity Competition and Football cheer teams, a member of the interact club, the pep club, National Honors Society, and FCA. She is most proud of being an AP scholar, getting into her dream college, receiving the IB german award, and keeping all Aās throughout high school. Caroline will be attending the University of Georgia where she will be studying Psychology on the Pre-Med Track.
Way to go!
Itās officially Senior Spotlight season, and we couldnāt be more proud to shine a light on some of our recent graduates!
Today weāre featuring The Dalton Academy graduate, Amani Momin.
While she was a student at The Dalton Academy Amani was active in DECA, Skills USA, the National Honor Society as an officer, HOSA as an officer, and Student council. She is most proud of making honor roll every year, having all Aās, taking all the AP classes available to her, and being in the top 5 of her class. Amani will be attending Kennesaw State University where she plans to study biology with the goal of pursuing the pre-med track.
Way to go!
Today weāre featuring The Dalton Academy graduate, Amani Momin.
While she was a student at The Dalton Academy Amani was active in DECA, Skills USA, the National Honor Society as an officer, HOSA as an officer, and Student council. She is most proud of making honor roll every year, having all Aās, taking all the AP classes available to her, and being in the top 5 of her class. Amani will be attending Kennesaw State University where she plans to study biology with the goal of pursuing the pre-med track.
Way to go!
Coming This August: Rooms!
Dalton Public Schools is launching Rooms, a powerful new two-way communication toolābuilt to keep you connected with your childās school like never before!
ā Direct messages from teachers and staff
ā Real-time updates and announcements
ā Text notifications, even without the app
Important! To access all features of Rooms, each parent or guardian must have their own individual phone number and email address on file.
š Make sure your contact info is up to date by calling 706-876-4000 or emailing enrollment@dalton.k12.ga.us.
Donāt miss out on important updatesāget connected and stay connected with Rooms this school year!
READ MORE: https://www.daltonpublicschools.com/article/2315925
Dalton Public Schools is launching Rooms, a powerful new two-way communication toolābuilt to keep you connected with your childās school like never before!
ā Direct messages from teachers and staff
ā Real-time updates and announcements
ā Text notifications, even without the app
Important! To access all features of Rooms, each parent or guardian must have their own individual phone number and email address on file.
š Make sure your contact info is up to date by calling 706-876-4000 or emailing enrollment@dalton.k12.ga.us.
Donāt miss out on important updatesāget connected and stay connected with Rooms this school year!
READ MORE: https://www.daltonpublicschools.com/article/2315925
NOW OPEN: Dalton High School Athletics Hall of Fame Nominations
Dalton High School is proud to announce that nominations are now open for the second annual class of the DHS Athletics Hall of Fame. This honor recognizes former athletes, coaches, administrators, and community members who have made a lasting impact on Dalton Athletics.
Key Dates:
Nominations Open: July 22
Deadline to Submit: September 3
Induction Ceremony: October 16
Public Recognition: October 17 (Halftime of the home football game)
Nomination Categories:
Former Athlete (must be 5+ years post-graduation)
Coach/Administrator (must be retired with at least 5 years of service)
Community Contributor (open at any time)
How to Nominate: Submit the official online nomination form here: https://dalton.iad1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_9LksR1CZHKyeys6
Inductees will be permanently recognized on our new Virtual Hall of Fame website, honoring their legacy for generations to come.
To submit a nomination or learn more, visit here: https://www.daltonpublicschools.com/article/2320436
āļø School supply lists for the upcoming school year are now available on our website! View them here: https://www.daltonpublicschools.com/page/back-to-school-information
Itās officially Senior Spotlight season, and we couldnāt be more proud to shine a light on some of our recent graduates!
Today weāre featuring Dalton High School graduate, Saige Elrod.
As a Dalton High School Student Saige played Lacrosse all four years of high school, as well as during her 8th grade year when she played with the high school team. Saige was a member of FCA, Beta Club, Pep Club, and National Honors Society. She was also a Georgia Merit Scholar nominee. She is proud to have earned straight Aās all throughout her high school career while taking advanced, AP, and Dual Enrollment classes. Saige plans to continue her education in the Fall seeking to study Business and Interior Design.
Way to go!
Today weāre featuring Dalton High School graduate, Saige Elrod.
As a Dalton High School Student Saige played Lacrosse all four years of high school, as well as during her 8th grade year when she played with the high school team. Saige was a member of FCA, Beta Club, Pep Club, and National Honors Society. She was also a Georgia Merit Scholar nominee. She is proud to have earned straight Aās all throughout her high school career while taking advanced, AP, and Dual Enrollment classes. Saige plans to continue her education in the Fall seeking to study Business and Interior Design.
Way to go!
Plan ahead with us! The 2025-2026 district calendar is now available. Check it out to stay informed about important dates for the upcoming school year. View it here: https://www.daltonpublicschools.com/o/dps/page/academic-calendars
The Back-to-School Edition of Paws in Print is LIVE!
Get ready for an amazing start to the 2025ā2026 school year! This special edition is packed with everything you needāimportant dates, school supply info, events, and helpful resources for families.
š° Read it now and start the year strong: https://daltonpublicschoolsga.edurooms.com/engage/dalton-public-schools/newsletters/july-2025-newsletter
Get ready for an amazing start to the 2025ā2026 school year! This special edition is packed with everything you needāimportant dates, school supply info, events, and helpful resources for families.
š° Read it now and start the year strong: https://daltonpublicschoolsga.edurooms.com/engage/dalton-public-schools/newsletters/july-2025-newsletter
Itās officially Senior Spotlight season, and we couldnāt be more proud to shine a light on some of our recent graduates!
Today weāre featuring Dalton High School graduate, Ada Arevalo.
As a student at Dalton High School Ada was active in the Visual Arts Pathway, the DHS Band, the Cross Country team, and the Track team. Her proudest moments of high school come from personal growth she made, learning to be happier for herself and that she does not have to be doing something for someone else. She plans to attend Dalton State College where she will be studying biology due to her love of science.
Way to go!
Today weāre featuring Dalton High School graduate, Ada Arevalo.
As a student at Dalton High School Ada was active in the Visual Arts Pathway, the DHS Band, the Cross Country team, and the Track team. Her proudest moments of high school come from personal growth she made, learning to be happier for herself and that she does not have to be doing something for someone else. She plans to attend Dalton State College where she will be studying biology due to her love of science.
Way to go!
Mark Your Calendars!
School orientations across Dalton Public Schools will be held on Tuesday, August 5. Get ready to kick off the school year!
š“ Hammond Creek Middle School
6th Grade ONLY: 9:00 AM ā 11:00 AM
7th Grade ONLY: 1:00 PM ā 3:00 PM
š“ Elementary Schools
1:30 PM ā 3:30 PM
š“ Dalton Junior High School
10:00 AM ā 12:00 PM
š“ Dalton High School
10:00 AM ā 12:00 PM
š“ The Dalton Academy
10:00 AM ā 12:00 PM
We canāt wait to welcome our students and families!
Dalton Public Schools Hosts 3rd Annual Leadership Symposium
āØOur two-day, high-energy Leadership Symposium united leaders from across the district under the theme "Undisputed Impact: Leading Like a Champion." Together, we explored how aligned values, actions, and mindsets can shape thriving school cultures for students and staff alike.
We were honored to welcome back the incredible Joy Kelly, whose insights inspired us to lead boldly and with purpose. Her message highlighted the power of leadership in shaping school cultureāand how each of us can make an undisputed impact every day.
Throughout the symposium, we focused on bringing our district commitments to life, including:
āØš Strengthening school safetyāØ
š Delivering high-quality Tier 1 instructionāØ
š Ensuring exceptional customer service
These pillars will guide our leadership journey as we move forward with clarity, confidence, and consistency.
āØOur two-day, high-energy Leadership Symposium united leaders from across the district under the theme "Undisputed Impact: Leading Like a Champion." Together, we explored how aligned values, actions, and mindsets can shape thriving school cultures for students and staff alike.
We were honored to welcome back the incredible Joy Kelly, whose insights inspired us to lead boldly and with purpose. Her message highlighted the power of leadership in shaping school cultureāand how each of us can make an undisputed impact every day.
Throughout the symposium, we focused on bringing our district commitments to life, including:
āØš Strengthening school safetyāØ
š Delivering high-quality Tier 1 instructionāØ
š Ensuring exceptional customer service
These pillars will guide our leadership journey as we move forward with clarity, confidence, and consistency.
Love the open road and school spirit? Become an Activity Bus Driver with Dalton Public Schools and drive the adventure! Help students get to games, field trips, and fun eventsāsafely and on schedule. Apply today and be part of the journey! This is a Dalton Public Schools positionājoin the DPS team! Apply today at: https://dalton.schoolspring.com/?jobid=5280435
Itās officially Senior Spotlight season, and we couldnāt be more proud to shine a light on some of our recent graduates!
Today weāre featuring The Dalton Academy graduate, Isabel Burciaga.
During her time as a TDA student Isabel participated in Cheerleading, Volleyball, Student Council, HOSA, FCCLA, and Pep Club. Her greatest achievement in high school was achieving her goal of becoming President of Student Council, which allowed her to work with others in a way that gives back to the community. Isabel will be attending Southern Union College where she will study to become a Pediatric Speech Pathologist.
Way to go!
Today weāre featuring The Dalton Academy graduate, Isabel Burciaga.
During her time as a TDA student Isabel participated in Cheerleading, Volleyball, Student Council, HOSA, FCCLA, and Pep Club. Her greatest achievement in high school was achieving her goal of becoming President of Student Council, which allowed her to work with others in a way that gives back to the community. Isabel will be attending Southern Union College where she will study to become a Pediatric Speech Pathologist.
Way to go!
Mark your calendars! The first day of school is just 3 weeks away on Wednesday, August 6, 2025. šš Let the countdown begin!
Dalton Public Schools Releases Back-to-School Information for the 2025-2026 School Year
Dalton Public Schools is excited to announce that detailed back-to-school information for the 2025-2026 academic year is now available on our website. As the district prepares to welcome students and families to another year of learning, we have created a dedicated Back-to-School Information webpage that consolidates key dates, schedules, and essential resources.
The first day of school for all students is Wednesday, August 6.
We are excited to see our students back in the classroom and look forward to a successful start to the school year.
https://www.daltonpublicschools.com/page/back-to-school-information
Dalton Public Schools is excited to announce that detailed back-to-school information for the 2025-2026 academic year is now available on our website. As the district prepares to welcome students and families to another year of learning, we have created a dedicated Back-to-School Information webpage that consolidates key dates, schedules, and essential resources.
The first day of school for all students is Wednesday, August 6.
We are excited to see our students back in the classroom and look forward to a successful start to the school year.
https://www.daltonpublicschools.com/page/back-to-school-information
The DaltonReads! giveaway last week was a blast ā thank you to everyone who came out and made it special! We loved sharing the joy of reading with you.
š Catch us again this week: Thursday, July 17
š¦ 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM
š Veterans Park (901 Veterans Drive)
Come grab some free books and keep those summer reading vibes going! #DaltonReads
š Catch us again this week: Thursday, July 17
š¦ 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM
š Veterans Park (901 Veterans Drive)
Come grab some free books and keep those summer reading vibes going! #DaltonReads
