Dalton Junior High School

Dalton Junior High School

8th Grade Vision Screening Scheduled for Wednesday, November 4, 2026

The Lions Club will be visiting our school to provide free vision screenings for all 8th-grade students.

Consent forms will be sent home with students on Tuesday, November 3. If you would like your student to participate, please return the form on Wednesday, November 4.

***A CONSENT FORM MUST BE SIGNED BY A PARENT OR LEGAL GUARDIAN BEFORE A STUDENT CAN PARTICIPATE IN THE SCREENING!
1 day ago, Dalton Junior High School
Vision Screening Consent Form
Vision Screening Consent Form

🥪 WE’RE ON A ROLL AT DJHS! 🥪

It’s time to meat the needs of our amazing teachers! ❤️🖤

In honor of National Sandwich Day on November 3rd, DJHS Teacher Cares is hosting a Sandwich Bar to show our teachers some love! 🍞🥬🧀

But we need YOUR help to make it a sandwich-cess! 🙌

🥪 DONATIONS NEEDED: We’re asking parents to donate supplies to help us build the ultimate sandwich bar for our hardworking teachers!

🤝 VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: Have a little time to spare? Join us at 10:30 AM on November 3rd to help set up and serve!

Every little deli-cation makes a difference! 😉 Let’s come together to remind our teachers how much we appreciate everything they do.

👇 SIGN UP TO DONATE OR VOLUNTEER HERE

Thank you for helping us spread the love, one sandwich at a time! 🥪❤️🖤

#DJHSTeacherCares #TeacherAppreciation #SandwichDay

🥪 ¡EN DJHS ESTAMOS EN ROLLO! 🥪

¡Es hora de demostrarles a nuestros increíbles maestros cuánto los queremos! ❤️🖤

En honor al Día Nacional del Sándwich, el 3 de noviembre, el programa DJHS Teacher Cares organizará una barra de sándwiches para consentir a nuestros maravillosos maestros. 🍞🥬🧀

¡Pero necesitamos TU ayuda para que esta celebración sea todo un éxito! 🙌

🥪 NECESITAMOS DONACIONES: Invitamos a los padres a donar ingredientes y materiales para preparar una deliciosa barra de sándwiches para nuestros dedicados maestros.

🤝 NECESITAMOS VOLUNTARIOS: ¿Tienes un poquito de tiempo disponible? ¡Acompáñanos el 3 de noviembre a las 10:30 a. m. para ayudarnos con la preparación y el servicio!

¡Cada pequeña contribución hace una gran diferencia! 😉 Unamos esfuerzos para recordarles a nuestros maestros cuánto apreciamos todo lo que hacen.

👇 INSCRÍBETE PARA DONAR O SER VOLUNTARIO AQUÍ:

¡Gracias por ayudarnos a compartir nuestro cariño, un sándwich a la vez! 🥪❤️🖤

#DJHSTeacherCares #ApreciaciónDocente #DíaDelSándwich


2 days ago, Dalton Junior High School
A blue-and-white gingham bordered flyer for "DJHS Teacher Cares National Sandwich Day" taking place on November 3. It announces that volunteers are welcome at 10:30 AM and donations are needed, accompanied by watercolor sandwich illustrations, a "Sign up" box with an arrow pointing to a QR code, and text explaining that the program provides monthly treats, surprises, and encouragement to show appreciation for teachers.
Help us celebrate our November Teacher of the Month: Mrs. Sumner! 🍎✨

Whether it’s inspiring students in the classroom, bringing energy to school events, or going above and beyond to support colleagues, Mrs. Sumner truly embodies what it means to lead with heart and excellence.

Our school community is so lucky to have educators like Mrs. Sumner who pour so much passion and dedication into our students every single day.
2 days ago, Dalton Junior High School
Four school staff members standing together in a hallway smiling and holding up a decorated vertical banner that reads "Teacher of the month! DJHS" adorned with paw prints and the cougar mascot.
Get ready for Cougar Carnival this Friday!!
5 days ago, Dalton Junior High School
"Save the Date" flyer for Cougar Carnival on 10.30.26 featuring a cougar mascot graphic and listing scheduled activities: inflatables, silent disco, video games, games, loteria, food, and all-day fun.
Promotional flyer titled "Cougar Carnival Food Trucks" dated 10.30.2026, displaying a photo collage of featured vendors including Ga Tacos, specialized beverages, Fro-Daddy Donuts, Kona Ice, Jand’s frozen yogurt truck, and general concessions.
Costume alert! 🍂👻 Mark your calendars: Dress Up Day is happening on Thursday, October 29!

Remember:
❌ No masks
✔️ Dress code rules still apply

Start planning your costume—we can’t wait to see what you come up with! 🐾🎉
5 days ago, Dalton Junior High School
An orange-and-white gingham patterned graphic announcing "Dress Up Day Thursday, October 29, 2026," featuring an illustrated ghost wearing an autumn scarf, a carved pumpkin, candles, and the school tiger logo. Text reminds students: "Please remember - no masks and dress code still applies!"
Mrs. Ray’s social studies students stepped back into colonial times during last week’s early release day! 🇺🇸 Assigned as either Loyalists or Patriots, teams had just 5 minutes to strategize and prepare their arguments for a lively classroom debate. It was a fun, interactive way to practice critical thinking and teamwork! 👏✨

¡Los estudiantes de estudios sociales de Mrs. Ray viajaron a la época colonial durante el día de salida temprana de la semana pasada! 🇺🇸 Divididos entre leales (Loyalists) y patriotas (Patriots), los equipos tuvieron solo 5 minutos para organizarse y preparar sus argumentos en un animado debate en clase. ¡Fue una forma divertida e interactiva de poner en práctica el pensamiento crítico y el trabajo en equipo! 👏✨
6 days ago, Dalton Junior High School
Middle school students seated at desks facing each other in a classroom during a structured debate activity with a digital timer displayed on the screen.
A group of middle school boys sitting at classroom desks reviewing debate notes and listening during class.
Students seated on opposing sides of classroom desks facing each other during a history debate.
A student standing up to present an argument to classmates seated at desks during an in-class debate.
Middle school students participating in a classroom debate, seated across from one another at arranged desks.
Students smiling and engaging with each other while seated at facing desks during a classroom debate session.
A classroom handout titled "Debate Question" detailing arguments and requirements for Loyalists versus Patriots regarding British rule in Georgia.
A huge thank you to the Dalton Education Foundation for making our media center even more engaging! 🧩✨

Thanks to a generous grant, our students and teachers are enjoying this brand-new puzzle table and sorting trays, giving them a relaxing, collaborative space to unwind, connect, and put their problem-solving skills to work during the day.

We are so grateful for the Dalton Education Foundation’s continued support of our school and students. ❤️🐾
6 days ago, Dalton Junior High School
Three women sitting together around a tilted puzzle board assembling a colorful jigsaw puzzle using sorting trays.
Four teenage boys gathered closely around a table in a library focusing on putting together a large jigsaw puzzle.
Two students sitting across from each other in a school media center working on a 1,000-piece puzzle on a dedicated puzzle board.
Recently in Georgia Studies, students built Wattle and Daub shelters using only the resources provided to simulate the Mississippians building shelters with limited resources. They competed with a time constraint. There was one "elite" member while the rest were "commoners" the same as Mississippian society. They all had to work together in order to be successful!

Recientemente en la clase de Estudios de Georgia, los estudiantes construyeron refugios de bahareque (wattle and daub) utilizando únicamente los recursos proporcionados, simulando cómo la cultura misisipiana construía refugios con recursos limitados. Compitieron con un límite de tiempo. Había un miembro de la "élite" mientras que los demás eran "plebeyos", tal como en la sociedad misisipiana. ¡Todos tuvieron que trabajar en equipo para tener éxito!
6 days ago, Dalton Junior High School
Middle school students seated around a desk building a tower structure using craft sticks, purple play dough, and a paper plate.
Overhead shot of several students' hands working together to arrange craft sticks upright in pink play dough on a paper plate.
Students working at a classroom desk using blue modeling clay and craft sticks to construct an engineering project on a paper plate.
A group of boys sitting around joined desks collaborating on a craft stick and play dough building activity.
Two girls sitting at a classroom desk building a structure on a paper plate with craft sticks, blue play dough, and a red plastic cup.
A group of students, including a boy wearing sunglasses and a gold paper crown, sitting at classroom desks building with craft sticks and play dough.
Students gathered around a desk placing craft sticks vertically into yellow play dough on a paper plate during a group challenge.
Students sitting at desks working with gray modeling clay and craft sticks, with one student shaping a clay rope and another assembling a stick grid.
Three students sitting at desks collaborating on a STEM activity using craft sticks, a paper plate, and teal play dough.
Math and ELA Academic Night

You will be able to learn more about our math and ELA standards & curriculum, assessments, and how to support student learning.

For translation services during the meeting, please bring your cell phone and headphones if at all possible. We will have an alternative device for checkout if needed.

We look forward to seeing you there!

¡Acompáñenos en nuestra Noche Académica de Matemáticas y Artes del Lenguaje (ELA)!

Tendrá la oportunidad de aprender más sobre los estándares y el currículo de Matemáticas y ELA, las evaluaciones y cómo apoyar el aprendizaje de los estudiantes.

Si es posible, para utilizar los servicios de traducción durante la reunión, traiga su teléfono celular y audífonos. Tendremos un dispositivo alternativo disponible para prestar a quienes lo necesiten.

¡Esperamos verlos allí!
6 days ago, Dalton Junior High School
Flyer decorated with fall watercolor leaves and pumpkins for Dalton Junior High School Academic Night for Math and ELA. It announces the event for October 27, 2026, at 5:00 PM, where parents can learn about curriculum, standards, assessments, and student learning support, and notes to bring a cell phone and headphones for translation services.
Flyer in Spanish decorated with fall watercolor leaves and pumpkins for Dalton Junior High School Academic Night for Math and Literature. It announces the event for October 27, 2026, at 5:00 p.m., where parents can learn about curriculum, standards, assessments, and student learning support, and notes to bring a cell phone and headphones for translation services.

Wear pink on Wednesday, October 28! Let's honor the fighters and support the survivors!

9 days ago, Dalton Junior High School
Pink graphic promoting Wear Pink Day on Wednesday, October 28, 2026, in honor of breast cancer fighters and in support of survivors. The design features a pink breast cancer awareness ribbon, layered pink backgrounds, and white decorative lettering.
⚡️Jolts of the Month⚡️

Congratulations to Kevin and Veronica, our newest Jolts of the Month!

Kevin and Veronica stand out for their positive attitudes, strong work ethic, kindness toward others, and great behavior both in and out of the classroom. They consistently make good choices, work hard, and bring positive energy to Team J.

They’re keeping Team J fully charged! ⚡️
10 days ago, Dalton Junior High School
A cartoon-style lightning bolt character and a cartoon cougar, both dressed in black and yellow outfits with hats, pose dynamically against a white background. The lightning bolt character is on the left, and the cougar is on the right. A student's photo is in the center with the words "Jolt of the Month" written in yellow across the bottom of the screen.
Faint background of logo with red D with a black and white cougar head in the center with the name Kevin in yellow across it.
A cartoon-style lightning bolt character and a cartoon cougar, both dressed in black and yellow outfits with hats, pose dynamically against a white background. The lightning bolt character is on the left, and the cougar is on the right. A student's photo is in the center with the words "Jolt of the Month" written in yellow across the bottom of the screen.
Faint background of logo with red D with a black and white cougar head in the center with the name Veronica in yellow across it.
Mark your calendars for Friday, October 30th! The Cougar Carnival will take place during the school day for DJHS students only.
What Parents Need to Know:
🎟️ Wristbands ($20): Unlocks all-access activities like inflatables, ax throwing, silent disco, video games, and all-day open soccer play!
🆓 Free Activities: Fun, free activities will also be available for students who do not purchase a wristband.
💳 Easy Purchasing: Buy in the cafeteria during lunch or pre-order online via QR codes on flyers! (Price increases to $25 on Oct 30th)
10 days ago, Dalton Junior High School
Flyer announcing Cougar Carnival at Dalton Junior High School on Friday, October 30, featuring $20 all-access wristbands for inflatables, ax throwing, silent disco, video games, open soccer play, and more. Free activities are also available without a wristband. Wristbands can be purchased in the cafeteria during lunch or online through October 25. The price increases to $25 on October 30.
Our 7th and 8th Grade Football teams took the field against Cherokee today with region titles on the line, and BOTH teams delivered!

🏆 7TH GRADE REGION CHAMPIONS
Dalton 22 | Cherokee 6

🏆 8TH GRADE REGION CHAMPIONS
Dalton 14 | Cherokee 6

These boys have battled all season, put in the work, and earned every bit of this moment! A huge congratulations to our players and coaches on bringing home not one, but two region championships today! We couldn't be prouder!

And the best part? WE'RE NOT DONE YET!

All three of our football teams are back in action next weekend against Etowah before heading into the playoffs!

There's still football to be played, and these Cats aren't slowing down anytime soon!

LET'S GO, CATS! 🐾
14 days ago, Dalton Middle Athletics
Football team celebrates victory with "Region Champs" title
Football team celebrates victory with "Region Champs" title
Join us for our Math and ELA Academic Night.

You will be able to learn more about our math and ELA standards & curriculum, assessments, and how to support student learning.

For translation services during the meeting, please bring your cell phone and headphones if at all possible. We will have an alternative device for checkout if needed.

We look forward to seeing you there!

¡Acompáñenos en nuestra Noche Académica de Matemáticas y Artes del Lenguaje (ELA)!

Tendrá la oportunidad de aprender más sobre los estándares y el currículo de Matemáticas y ELA, las evaluaciones y cómo apoyar el aprendizaje de los estudiantes.

Si es posible, para utilizar los servicios de traducción durante la reunión, traiga su teléfono celular y audífonos. Tendremos un dispositivo alternativo disponible para prestar a quienes lo necesiten.

¡Esperamos verlos allí!
17 days ago, Dalton Junior High School
Flyer decorated with fall watercolor leaves and pumpkins for Dalton Junior High School Academic Night for Math and ELA. It announces the event for October 27, 2026, at 5:00 PM, where parents can learn about curriculum, standards, assessments, and student learning support, and notes to bring a cell phone and headphones for translation services.
Flyer in Spanish decorated with fall watercolor leaves and pumpkins for Dalton Junior High School Academic Night for Math and Literature. It announces the event for October 27, 2026, at 5:00 p.m., where parents can learn about curriculum, standards, assessments, and student learning support, and notes to bring a cell phone and headphones for translation services.
Cross Country State Championship Canceled

Unfortunately, due to the impending weather associated with Hurricane Isaias, Saturday's Peach State Middle School Cross Country Championship has been canceled and will not be rescheduled.

This also means our Dalton Middle cross country season has officially come to an end.

While we're disappointed our runners won't have the opportunity to compete at state, we couldn't be prouder of the season they've had! Both our boys' and girls' teams brought home region championships, and our athletes have given us plenty to celebrate this fall!

Congratulations to all of our runners and coaches on a great season! Thank you for all the hard work, dedication, and miles you've put in.

Go Cats! 🐾
22 days ago, Dalton Middle Athletics
Dalton Middle Athletics game day graphic announcing the cancellation of the Peach State Middle School Cross Country Championship. A large red “CANCELED” stamp stretches diagonally across the image. The background features a road map with a red route leading to Commerce, Georgia, and a location marker near East Jackson High School. The graphic uses Dalton’s red, black, and silver colors, with the Dalton D logo and “Two Schools. One Program.” tagline at the bottom.
A huge, heartfelt thank you to our amazing parent volunteers for sending in and setting up a delicious Fall Apple Bar for our staff! From sweet toppings to tasty crisps, your thoughtfulness made our day—and filled our bellies.

We are so grateful for our supportive school community. Thank you for showing our teachers and staff so much love as we welcome the fall season! 🍁✨


24 days ago, Dalton Junior High School
A cardboard food boat filled with sliced apples topped with caramel drizzle, peanut butter, crushed Oreo cookies, coconut, and M&Ms, held in someone's hand.
A woman smiling in the foreground while several staff members stand around a table setting up food in a school room.
An apple bar setup on a table with a red-and-white checkered tablecloth, topped with sliced apples, dips, and various toppings beneath a sign that reads "You are awesome to the CORE."
Four women standing together and smiling in front of a table set up with an apple bar and a sign reading "You are awesome to the CORE."
A smiling woman standing in an office holding a cardboard boat filled with loaded apple slices.
Two people standing at a table creating custom apple treat bowls under a sign that says "You are awesome to the CORE."
Cougar Carnival is coming!

Are you ready for a day full of fun and games? Cougar Carnival tickets are on sale now!

Preorder wristbands 9/29-10/25 for $20.

To preorder in person, see Mrs. Woodson in room 821 or Coach Williams in the gym before 10/25.

Order online at this link: https://aws.schoolpay.com/pay/for/Cougar-Carnival-2026/Sb0TpGr

Price increases to $25 on October 30! Get your tickets early!
about 1 month ago, Dalton Junior High School
Flyer for "Cougar Carnival" featuring a cougar mascot icon. Pricing & Tickets: Pre-order wristbands for $20 from September 29 to October 25. Save time by ordering online via QR code. To buy in person, see Mrs. Woodson (room 821) or Coach Williams (gym) before October 25. Price increases to $25 on October 30th. Attractions Listed: Inflatables, Live Music, Video Games, Food Trucks, Ax Throwing, Silent Disco, 4 Square, Badminton, Pickleball, Loteria, Corn Hole, Face Painting, and more.
Tomorrow’s softball tournament game is still on for 11:30 AM, but please note the new location!

The games will now be played at Adairsville:
485 Old U.S. 41
Adairsville, GA 30103

Please help us spread the word so everyone heads to the right field tomorrow!

Good luck, Cats! 🥎
about 1 month ago, Dalton Middle Athletics
Dalton Middle Cats softball graphic announcing a venue change for tomorrow’s 11:30 AM tournament. New location: Adairsville, 485 Old U.S. 41, Adairsville, GA 30103.

📣 We want to hear from our students!

The 2026 Believe Greater Dalton Community Survey is now open, and our students have an important role in helping shape what comes next for our community.

Students, please take a few minutes to share your voice. Families, we encourage you to ask your student to participate!

The survey takes approximately five minutes, responses are anonymous, and participants may enter to win one of five $100 Visa gift cards.

Take the survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/BGD2026

Your voice matters. Let’s help build the future of Greater Dalton—together!

about 1 month ago, DPS Communications
Believe Greater Dalton graphic inviting community members to participate. Text reads: “We want to hear from you! Your voice helps shape what’s next for Greater Dalton. Take the survey—it only takes five minutes.”
The Cats didn’t just have home-course advantage yesterday. They owned it!

Dalton Middle Cross Country welcomed the region to Grove Level, and by the end of the afternoon, BOTH the boys and girls teams were bringing home BGMSAA Region Championships!

For the boys, Hammond Creek’s top five finishers were Mateo Prieto, Jeremiah Hall, Preston O’Ferrall, Marcello Martinez, and Gael Joaquin. Dalton Junior High was led by Tomas Espitia (7th), Matthew Howard (8th), Leo Torres (9th), Julian Ochoa (14th), and Dev Saiyaju.

On the girls’ side, Hammond Creek put four runners inside the top eight, led by Miah Real (5th), Jacky Ortega (6th), Aaliyah Shaw (7th), and Alexa Hurtado (8th), with Sophia Alvarado finishing 15th. Dalton Junior High’s top five were Emily Suarez (12th), Ariana Guzman (13th), Lena Haugen (15th), Alexia Gallegos, and Dani Perez.

It was a dominant afternoon from start to finish and a championship performance from our runners across both schools!

A huge thank you also goes to everyone who volunteered and helped make the Region Championship at Grove Level possible!

Two schools. One program. TWO REGION TITLES.

Congratulations to your 2026 BGMSAA Boys AND Girls Cross Country Region Champions!

Way to go, Cats!

**Thanks to Scott Kuhn Photography LLC for the great images from the day!
about 1 month ago, Dalton Middle Athletics
Boys and Girls Cross Country teams pose after winning the region championship; red/black frame
Girls Cross Country teams pose after winning the region championship; red/black frame
Boys Cross Country teams pose after winning the region championship; red/black frame
Girls cross country runners begin their race.
Boys cross country runners begin their race.
Girls cross country runners racing.
Boys cross country runners racing.
Boys celebrate their win.
Girls celebrate their win.
Girls celebrate their win.