Decatur High School
July 30, 2026
Hello,
We held our first School Leadership Team (SLT) and PTSA meetings on Tuesday evening, and I want to thank the parents and students who came out in support. These groups support DHS in so many ways, and these volunteers are amazing, going far beyond the once-a-month meetings. Please consider joining the PTSA and attending an upcoming SLT meeting.
Over the first two weeks of school, we held class meetings that began by celebrating those who were new to or returning to DHS. We also congratulated seniors for making it this far and asked them to focus on their legacy as they progress through their final year of high school. For underclassmen, the emphasis was to ensure that students have connections with adults in the building, whether that is a teacher, a staff member, a club sponsor, or a coach. DHS strives to have an adult at school that students can go to in their time of need.
Finally, please join us tonight for the Naviance Parent University. This virtual session will help parents and guardians learn about Naviance and the support provided with college, career and life readiness. Parents will also learn how to view their student’s Naviance activities and progress and access information to better support their future planning.
Sincerely,
Duane Sprull, Ed.D.
Learn how to easily support and track your student's college and career path using Naviance! This virtual session will show you how to view your student's progress, explore their interests, and access valuable planning resources.
When: August 20 at 6:00 PM
Where: Virtual via Google Meet
What You'll Learn: Student progress tracking, career exploration tools, and support resources
Join the session live using this Google Meet link!
Attention 9th–11th grade students and families: Picture Day will be held on Tuesday, August 25th, from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. in the gym. Photos will be taken by CADY, and the background for all pictures will be blue. DHS Faculty will have their pictures taken on this day as well.
Pre-Order Savings: Confirm your info and pre-order before Picture Day to save $10 on your package.
Online Orders Only: CADY does not accept cash or paper checks; all orders are placed online and shipped directly to your home.
Visit the CADY Online Store to confirm your information and pre-order today! For details on retakes, digital downloads, or retouching, check out the CADY FAQ document.
Transform your yard while supporting our DHS PACKalades! You can purchase eco-friendly rain barrels and high-efficiency composters to help us reach our school goal of selling 150 barrels.
Available Items: Eco-friendly rain barrels, high-efficiency composters, and accessories.
Perk: FREE local delivery to zip codes 30030 & 30033!
Order Deadline: Wednesday, September 18th.
Help us reach our goal and support our students—order online today at rainbarrel.ca/decaturhigh/ or scan the QR code on the flyer! 🌧️✨
Calling all interested swimmers and divers! Our Swim & Dive Team interest meeting will take place on Tuesday, September 8 at 6pm in the Beacon Hill Cafeteria. ALL interested middle and high school athletes and parents should plan to attend this meeting. We will include important information such as schedules, dues, gear, & expectations. See you there!
Clear out room in your closets for the new school year while giving back to Decatur High and keeping textiles out of local landfills!
What to Donate: Gently used clothes, shoes, old hoodies, jeans, and sneakers.
Where to Drop Off: The Clothes Bin located in the upper lot near the corner of Commerce Dr. and West Howard Ave.
Why: Support our school community and recycle with purpose!
Drop off your items anytime and help us fill the bin this school year!
Is your student interested in architecture, engineering, or construction? Join Decatur Career Academy for a special WIN Workshop featuring Georgia Tech alum Aahron Daniel, Senior Scheduling Manager at Gilbane Building Company! Students will hear directly from an industry professional, learn about high-paying career pathways, and kick off this year's ACE Mentor Program.
When: Wednesday, September 2 during WIN Period
Where: Room C213
Who: Open to all DHS students interested in design and building careers
Students can sign up using this registration form!
Discover a new culture and build meaningful connections through American Sign Language! Whether your student is fluent or has zero prior experience, all skill levels are welcome to explore Deaf history, play interactive learning games, and join fun Sign & Dine socials.
First Meeting: August 24
Location: Room 2115
Activities: Finger-spelling races, vocabulary practice, community events, and games
Students can join the Google Classroom using code 6hrofbnr and check their email for the Google Survey to get involved!
🎤 PTSA Back-2-School Social & Live Band Karaoke
Let’s celebrate another successful start to the school year with a fun night out for our adult Bulldog community!
Date & Time: Thursday, August 20th | 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Location: Roaring Social (101 West Ponce de Leon Avenue, Decatur, GA)
Highlights: Live Band Karaoke—sing your heart out with a live backing band!
Details: 21+ event; general entry is free to attend.
Transitions to a new school year can bring extra stress and big adjustments, but you don't have to navigate them alone! Join our panel of expert school counselors and therapists to learn practical, evidence-based ways to support your child’s emotional and social well-being as they start the year.
Date: Thursday, August 27, 2026
Time: 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
Location: DHS Media Center (Learning Commons)
What to Expect: Expert insights on adolescent brain science, managing school stress, and building confidence at home.
Our IB Career Pathway students, Anna Lothridge and Avery Kamke, need your voice! As part of their community engagement project, they are gathering local feedback to see if the Decatur Square area could benefit from a business incubator program.
What: A quick community survey on retail growth in downtown Decatur.
Who: All Decatur residents—responses from high school students and young adults are especially needed!
Why: Helps our students fulfill their IB pathway requirements while shaping the future of our local community.
👉 Take the Downtown Retail Survey Here to support our DHS student leaders!
