CSD Weekly: October 29, 2026

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College Heights Connection

Clairemont Bulldog

Glennwood Eagle Edition

Oakhurst Weekly

Westchester Weekly

Winnona Park Wildcat Weekly

F.Ave Falcon Flyer

Talley Street Update

BHMS Weekly Update

DHS Weekly Update

CSD will hold a Remote Digital Learning Day on Tuesday, November 3, 2026. All CSD schools and administrative offices will be closed, including the 0-3 and Pre-K programs at College Heights ECLC and the Frasier Center. Families will receive updates from their schools regarding specific plans for Remote Digital Learning Day.

The purpose of this day is to allow staff to participate in civic engagement on Election Day and provide an opportunity for staff professional development and work time. See CSD's Remote Digital Learning Day FAQ about this event.

• Daylight Saving Time Ends, November 1
• Remote Digital Learning Day (All CSD Schools and Offices Closed), November 3
  
• Understanding 504 v. Idea: Evaluations and Eligibility, November 11 (virtual meeting link)
• 504 Parent Workshop, November 12
• Crossing Guard Appreciation Week, November 9-13
• National School Psychology Week, November 9-13

• BOE Regular Meeting, November 10

• K-5 Thanksgiving Luncheons, November 10-17 (Purchase ticket by Nov. 3, more info below.)

• Pre-K-12 Thanksgiving Break, November 23-27

• Ages 0-3 Thanksgiving Break, November 26-27

The CSD school community showed up last week with their school spirit throughout Decatur High School's 2026 Homecoming Week by participating in a lively pep rally, spirit activities, attending the parade, and cheering on the DHS football team as they took on Dunwoody High School.

A heartfelt thank you to CSD students, staff, families, alums, and the community. Your efforts contributed to the week's success. Congratulations to the DHS Homecoming 2026 Monarchs, Macy Wuerffel and Nadiya Mohamed!

Bravo to the incredible cast and crew of "The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane," which took home the second-place trophy at the GHSA Region 4-6A One-Act Competition. DHS also won a special award for “Excellence in Technical Execution," and All-Star Cast honors went to Alex Hays for playing The Traveler and to Violet Whitfield for playing Lucy the Dog. Special thanks to the teachers, volunteers, and sponsors who supported this production.

Celebrate Thanksgiving at your child's K-5 school! Tickets for K-5 Thanksgiving luncheons are available in the Parent Portal until Tuesday, November 3. Attendees must have a pre-paid ticket. Thanksgiving luncheons at College Heights, BHMS and DHS are not open to guests. See below for information about purchasing tickets and school luncheon dates:

• More information about Thanksgiving Luncheons
• Ticket payment instructions and FAQs

Parents of CSD students of all ages are invited to an information session to learn about the advanced academic opportunities available at DHS. You will hear a comprehensive overview of the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Program (DP), the IB Career-related Program (CP), the Advanced Placement (AP) Capstone, and the Dual Enrollment (DE) options. Join us to learn how these programs can help prepare your student for college and beyond.

Monday, November 9, 2026, 6-7 p.m. Join virtually here.

The BHMS football team is headed to the APS South Region Championship after a remarkable 12-8 comeback playoff win after being down 8-0 in the fourth quarter! Come see the BHMS Bulldogs play Crawford Long Middle School for the title on Saturday, October 31, at 9:30 a.m. at Lakewood Stadium (70 Claire Dr.).

See more scores and schedules on the CSD Athletics website.

The Young Georgia Authors (YGA) writing competition encourages students to write and celebrate original work. This prestigious competition is open to Georgia students in grades K-12. Students may choose any topic to write about in any genre of writing. State-level competition judges will evaluate entries on their expression of ideas, use of language and unique perspective and voice.

Entry Guidelines:

• The maximum word count is 1900.
• The writing piece must be original work.
• Entries must be handwritten or typed on only one side of 8 ½ x 11 paper and must include the student's name and homeroom teacher.
• Multiple sheets may be attached with a paperclip only.

To enter the state-level competition, students must win at the school, district and RESA district levels. One writing entry from each grade level will be selected to move on to the district-level competition.

Download a student entry form and submit your entry to your school the week of November 9. Please check with your school for school-specific deadlines.

The CSD community is invited to complete a brief survey about the district's communications practices, channels, and effectiveness to help enhance engagement with families, students, staff, and the community. The communications department reviews all survey feedback and continually refines communications practices based on recommendations from past surveys. Please complete the CSD communications survey here through Friday, October 30. Thank you for your participation and partnership.

Supper & Sips, DEF’s fall FUNdraiser, is less than a month away! Get your tickets here and enjoy an evening of great food, drinks, and community connection in support of DEF’s mission. Bring your friends and help us raise funds that directly support programs for our students and schools.

Not able to make it to the Supper? You can still help us raise funds to support kids across Decatur AND have a chance to win your choice of an amazing trip to Italy, Portugal, or the Dominican Republic! Buy your chances to win a trip in this raffle. A ticket will be drawn at the event on November 19, but you don’t have to be present to win! The more chances you purchase, the better your odds!

Parks and Recreation

City of Decatur Parks and Recreation commits to providing exceptional experiences that foster healthy living and meaningful community connections. Please visit the DPRD programs website for information about after-school programs, school holiday programs, and summer camps or sign up for their monthly newsletter.

Halloween Bash at Ebster Recreation Center

Calling all 3rd–5th graders! Get your costumes ready for a spooky night of fun at the Halloween Bash on Friday, October 30, from 6:30–8:30 p.m. Kids can enjoy themed games, dancing, karaoke, music, food, treats and more while celebrating Halloween with friends. Registration is $25. Register through CommunityPass.

Saturday Geocaching
Saturday Geocaching invites participants of all ages to explore local parks and natural spaces while searching for hidden geocaches using GPS coordinates. Solve clues, discover hidden treasures, and enjoy the outdoors with family and friends. Whether you’re new to geocaching or an experienced explorer, it’s a fun way to stay active, connect with nature, and build community. Drop in to this free event on Saturdays, 3-4 p.m., at Decatur Recreation Center.

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