DHS Weekly Update
Hello,
Grades have been posted since Friday, October 16. Please make sure that you have reviewed your student’s grades in the Parent Portal. Remember, it is not how students start, it is how they finish. If needed, reach out to teachers for any questions you may have or additional support for your student.
Tomorrow is the PSAT for our sophomores and some of our juniors. Students need to get the proper rest tonight so they can be on time and ready to go in the morning. All other students have a plan for tomorrow with various instructional tasks that will be completed with the 3rd period classes. As a reminder, there will be no self-checkouts for students and there may be longer than normal wait times to check students out.
A community school is a school that offers comprehensive educational opportunities through both academic and non-academic services while partnering with families, students, and the community to increase student access and success. While every community is different, the Community School Strategy offers a tailored approach grounded in four key pillars:
- Integrated student supports
- Expanded and enriched learning time and opportunities
- Family and community engagement
- Collaborative leadership and practices
You can support this process by completing our brief Community and Family Survey if you have not done so already.
Sincerely,
Duane Sprull, Ed.D.
On October 17th, AP Language and Composition students from Ms. Fetters, Ms. McMahon, and Ms. Weetman’s classes enjoyed an enriching field trip to the High Museum of Art!
The trip's primary goal was to give students a hands-on opportunity to examine the connections between visual and written texts 📝. By analyzing the masterpieces, students sharpened their understanding of key rhetorical concepts like audience, purpose, exigence, and perspective.
Following this immersive experience, students will use their museum insights as a springboard for writing a complex argument essay. It was a productive and inspiring day that brought theory to life! ✨
Congratulations to Owen Ramcharan and Sam Siler for winning over $800 in Decatur Education Foundation (DEF) Innovation Grant funding to produce two compelling short films!
These talented student filmmakers will be working together on projects that explore important societal and mental health themes:
Stress PSA: A short public service announcement exploring how everyone deals with stress.
Economic Commentary: A film examining the value of the U.S. dollar and its movement within a capitalist society.
Stay tuned for details on how you can view these thought-provoking student films! 🌟
Are you curious about Dual Enrollment (DE) and interested in taking college courses while still in high school? Ms. Lewis, the Decatur High School Dual Enrollment Coordinator , invites prospective students and parents to two important virtual information sessions (geared toward students pursuing DE for the 2026-2027 school year ):
Dual Enrollment Info Sessions
For Prospective Students: Tuesday, November 4 (Digital Learning Day) at 1:00 PM via Google Meet Link.
For Parent/Guardians: Wednesday, November 5 at 6:30 PM via Google Meet Link.
Class of 2026 Yearbook Information
- Senior Ad Information: Needs to be purchased by Oct. 31 on jostens.com. Yearbook class will design and you will approve. All information including prices, sizing, picture count and word count is in the document. Questions email indecatur@csdecatur.net or dmesser@csdecatur.net
⚙️ Georgia Tech STEMulate Panel: College Life & Success Tips! 🚀
Decatur High School students and parents are invited to an exciting event on the Georgia Tech campus!
The Junior STEM student organization is hosting "STEMulate," a panel discussion designed to enlighten Metro-Atlanta high schoolers about college life. Current Georgia Tech students will discuss essential topics including:
College admissions advice
Daily student life
Tips for success and maximizing your time
Best of all, a free lunch will be served during a casual conversation hour with the panelists. While the event is geared toward Juniors and Seniors, all high school students and their parents are welcome to attend!
Event Details:
When: Sunday, November 9th
Time: 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Where: Georgia Tech Campus
