Dolvin Diary

Dear Dolvin Families,

Thank you to all of our families for their patience and support as we work through the new process with technology fines. I know that for many of you that has been a frustrating process. I would like to encourage all of our families to purchase the Optional Device Protection Plan. The district has allowed for families to still purchase this, the details are below. We do investigate situations where the fault is not clear, but unfortunately even an accident can result in a fine for the family.

Optional Device Protection Plan

Families of students may still choose to purchase the optional Device Protection Plan for the remainder of the school year.

• Cost: $20 for the rest of the year
• The plan is optional but strongly recommended.
• Without coverage, families are responsible for the full cost of repairs, which can range from $30 to $270, with total loss fees up to $450 depending on the device.

Families can purchase the protection plan by:

• Calling the Technology Support Center at 470‑254‑HELP, or
• Submitting a technology support ticket through the district ticket system.

Thank you,

Andy Stein

Enrollment registration is now being accepted for the 2026-2027 school year!

Have a current Dolvin student returning to Dolvin or a rising 6th grader student who will attend Autry Mill MS in the fall? They will automatically be enrolled for the fall.

Adding a new student from your family? Go to your parent portal/more/online registration and select the option for an existing family and the 2026-2027 school year. Be careful to choose the correct year! This process will allow for you to update your current student's information and add a student. Please contact Lisa Carper at carper@fultonschools.org with the application number and mention that you have a student currently at Dolvin.

Not returning to Dolvin? Please let us know as soon as you can. This allows for a smooth transition as we can properly withdraw or transfer the student for next year. Contact Lisa Carper at carper@fultonschools.org.

Know any new families that have students coming to Dolvin? Spread the word! They can register at dolvin.org by clicking on the ENROLL button at the top of the page.

The entry form for the Dolvin Pre-K Lottery opened on January 12, 2026, and will close at 11:59 p.m. on March 3, 2026. The link will be posted at https://fultonschoolsorg.finalsite.com/fs/admin/site/pages/39557 as soon as we have it. This link will take you to all the information Dolvin has regarding the 2026-2027 Pre-K class and is updated as we receive further information.

Girls on the Run is so much more than running. Our tested curriculum blends physical activity with skill development that enables girls to adapt to whatever comes their way. Girls on the Run understands the important connection between physical activity and overall emotional health. Trained volunteer coaches guide girls through research-based lessons which creatively integrate movement in a fun and motivating way. By signing your girl up for Girls on the Run, you are giving her the opportunity to connect, grow and learn how to navigate difficult situations.

The spring season lottery registration opened at 11:59 pm on Wednesday, January 28. The lottery ran until January 29 and reopens for teams that did not fill at 3 pm. Registration will remain open for teams with open spots through February 19.

Our meeting team’s days and times are: Mondays and Wednesdays from 2:30 - 4:00 pm beginning the week of February 9. The program is for girls in 3rd through 5th grade.

Girls on the Run registration fees range from $0 - $265 and are on a sliding scale based on household income so that every girl who wants to participate can.

For more information and to register, visit www.girlsontherunga.org/programs.

Go to this Sway

On January 5, 2026, we implemented an updated safety procedure. Any adult entering Dolvin ES must present their physical state-issued ID card. The ID must be scanned in the front office if attending a conference, volunteering, lunch with a student, etc. A government-issued passport will no longer be an acceptable form of ID for anything other than student checkout. Because the current state law/district requirement is that visitors be checked against the Sexual Predator/Offender database, a passport-only visitor cannot be processed in a way that meets that requirement with the current system. The district is evaluating an approved alternate process that would maintain compliance while addressing passport-only cases. The recommended procedure will be shared as soon as it’s finalized.

In the meantime, Mr. Stein can address and support any individual families that may be impacted by this. Those families should reach out to Mr. Stein directly. They will not be denied access, it will just look different depending on the specific situation and individual request.

For more information about this policy please see: View Board Policy KM: Visitors to School. Thank you for understanding.

Please reach out to Mr. Stein or Ms. Boateng with questions.

We welcome and greatly appreciate our volunteers at Dolvin! If you would like to be a volunteer, you must complete the Volunteer Registration Application prior to volunteering. For volunteer information and frequently asked questions on the Fulton County Schools website, click HERE.

Please follow the link below to access the FCS Volunteer Registration page.

https://www.fultonschools.org/all-departments/human-resources/badging/register-as-a-supervised-volunteer/volunteer-application-form

Important - All Visitors and Volunteers must remember to bring in their driver’s license each time they sign in. The license will be scanned each time. Thank you.

Meal prices for the 2025 - 2026 school year

School Menus

Free and Reduced Lunch Application

February 20

All Pro Dad Meeting 7:00 am - 7:30 am

March 6

Virtual Parent Coffee 9:00 am

March 12

Boosterthon Glow Party

March 16

Professional Development Day - Students Off

March 20

All Pro Dad Meeting 7:00 am - 7:30 am

April 6 - 10

Spring Break (Schools Closed)

April 17

Family Fun Night - 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm

April 24

Volunteer Appreciation Luncheon

Splash into Kindergarten 9:00 am - 10:00 am

April 29 - May 7

Georgia Milestones

Dolvin Website: dolvin.org

Dolvin PTO Website: dolvinpto.org

Dolvin PTO Email: info@dolvinpto.org

Instagram: @Dolvin_Dolphins

Facebook: Dolvin Principal

Teacher's blogs

Dolvin Diary - A new issue comes out the first and third Thursday of the month. Please read to keep up with current events at the school.

Peachjar: Various flyers are sent home via Peachjar. Dolvin-specific flyers come to your inbox on Thursdays.

LED Sign: Located on the corner of Buice Road and Jones Bridge Road.

Hi Dolvin families! Lots of fun things in the next few months.

Our Annual Staff Appreciation Week will take place next week, February 23–27. Please see the SAW section below for more details on how we can show our amazing staff some love.

We also have Boosterthon coming up March 2–12! This is our main fundraiser of the year and is packed with fun activities for the students. More information included below!

We look forward to bringing you all of our upcoming events,

Nancy Nunnelley

Next week, the PTO is celebrating our incredible Dolvin staff, and we need your help to make it extra special!

We’re collecting donations for gift cards (which will be split evenly among ALL staff members) and looking for a few more volunteers to help with activities throughout the week. 💙

🎁 Gift Card Donations — please donate by Friday, 2/20

🙋‍♀️ Volunteer Sign-Up

Below are the upcoming events the staff will enjoy next week!

We figured now was a "sweet" time to remind you that final orders for Dolvin Yearbooks are due by tomorrow, February 20! This is the only way to guarantee a copy for your student.

Purchasing your yearbook is easy and convenient. Just choose which payment option works best for you: Venmo, PayPal, Apple Pay, Afterpay, Cash App or credit card!

Order here: https://dolvinyb.weebly.com/

We’re looking for non-food vendors to join our Dolvin Family Fun Night on April 17, 2026.

This is your chance to set up a booth, connect with other local families, and sell your goods while being part of one of the most fun events of the year.

Bring your best displays, your favorite products, and your community spirit. We want you to introduce your small business to the Dolvin community.

Interested? Email c.steinwachs@dolvinpto.org today!