DHS Weekly Update

• Get Your Tickets Now: You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown
• Basketball Game: Toys for Tots
• Fencing Tournament
• Decatur Robotics Scrimmage
• DHS Students Mentor Glennwood Elementary Students
• IB and AP Fees Dates
• Activities Around DHS: Book Fair, Ultimate Frisbee Tryouts, & Gavel Club
• PTSA Updates
• Community News
• Quick Links

Hello,

I would like to thank Rreal Tacos and the DHS PTSA for the turkey donations that went to DHS and CSD staff. Please see the information below from the DHS PTSA with some upcoming matching contributions that are being provided to the DHS PTSA via Tell Realty.

Below is the assessment schedule for the last week of school in December before the break.

• December 16 and 17 - Science, Career Academy, English, and Fine Arts
• December 18 and 19 - PE & Health, World Languages, Social Studies

Sincerely,

Duane Sprull, Ed.D.

Principal

Get ready for an evening of laughter, heart, and classic charm. Join Charlie Brown, Snoopy, Lucy, Linus, Schroeder, Sally, and more as they navigate the joys and challenges of friendship, school, and finding happiness in the little things. This timeless musical brings the beloved Peanuts characters to life with moments that will have audiences of all ages smiling from ear to ear.

📆 December 3rd-7th

📍 DHS Performing Arts Center

🎫 Buy Tickets Today!

This holiday season, our Decatur Bulldogs are teaming up to support Toys for Tots, and we need your help to make our First Annual Toy Toss a huge success!

Join us at the Basketball Game on December 5 and bring a new plush toy to donate. Every CSD Elementary student who brings a toy will receive FREE admission with a paying adult!

Then get ready for the highlight of the night: In between games, fans will toss their donated toys onto the court, where our players and cheerleaders will collect them and prepare them for delivery to Toys for Tots. It’s a fun, festive way to give back and show what Bulldog spirit is all about!

Let’s pack the stands, support our teams, and spread holiday cheer across our community. Go Bulldogs!

Don't miss Decatur's inaugural fencing tournament. Join us on Saturday, December 13th at Beacon Hill Middle School to witness the excitement firsthand. Cheer on talented fencers as they engage in fast-paced bouts, demonstrating skill and strategy. It's a great opportunity to immerse yourself in the dynamic world of fencing. Bring your family and friends out for a day of fun and competitive spirit as Decatur takes on teams from Alpharetta, Chattahoochee, Dunwoody, and Pope High Schools!

Decatur Robotics FRC Team 4026 was proud to host this year’s annual FLL Scrimmage at Decatur High School on November 20th, welcoming a record-breaking 14 teams and nearly 200 attendees. Led by Decatur Robotics Team Captain Anika Kailasam and Outreach Lead Lila Becker, students from Talley, FAVE, Beacon Hill, and other local schools gathered to test their robots, practice teamwork, and receive guidance from experienced members of Decatur Robotics.

Twenty-five of our high school robotics students volunteered their time to support the event by refereeing, judging, and emceeing. The scrimmage provided a fun, low-stakes environment for teams to practice and refine their strategies ahead of official competitions. It was inspiring to see the next generation of engineers in action, and we’re grateful for the opportunity to support and grow our local STEM community.

(Written by DHS Student Lila Becker)

On Friday, November 21, students from the Ultimate Problem Club and the Science National Honor Society teamed up to bring hands-on STEM learning to second-graders at Glennwood Elementary School. Together, they guided young learners through the process of designing, building, testing, and refining their own catapults. The activity wrapped up with a friendly competition to see whose catapult could launch the farthest. DHS students were excited to mentor the younger engineers, and the second-graders brought incredible creativity and enthusiasm to the challenge. It was a fantastic day of collaboration, problem-solving, and STEM fun for everyone involved.

Families are being asked to pay for their student’s AP & IB exams at $124 per IB exam and $99 per AP exam. Fees for your student’s AP & IB exams will be added to the Infinite Campus parent portal by mid-September and are due no later than November 1, 2025. Students will be assessed a late fee for payments submitted after November 14, 2025. The late fee is $40 per test for AP & IB. We strongly encourage you to pay these fees online through the parent portal, but if you need to pay by check please see Ms. Karina Green at DHS.

LATE AP & IB EXAM REGISTRATIONS/PAYMENTS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED AFTER DECEMBER 15, 2025. THERE ARE NO EXCEPTIONS TO THIS DEADLINE UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES. CSD strongly desires that the fees not dissuade any student who wants to pursue AP & IB coursework, assessment, and opportunities for scholarships for families demonstrating financial need will be available. Please complete the linked form for assistance with AP/IB exam fees.

Join the Decatur High School Ultimate Frisbee Teams! Tryouts are open to ALL skill levels—come learn and play the fastest growing sport in Decatur.

• Girls' Varsity and JV Teams: Start with the Player Interest Meeting on December 10, 2025, at 4:00 pm in the DHS PAC. (Girls' Tryout Dates are January 13 & 15, 2026, at 4:00 pm at Agnes Scott).

• Open Varsity and JV Teams: Start with the Open Player Interest Meeting on December 8, 2025, at 7:30 pm at Ebster Field. (Open Tryout Dates are January 12 & 14, 2026, at 4:00 pm at Agnes Scott).

Visit https://www.decaturultimate.com/ for more details!

We are excited to announce that the Little Shop of Stories Book Fair is coming to the DHS Library in December! Bring your students, find a great new read, and support our community reading initiative.

In-Person Shopping:

• When: December 5 – December 12

• Late Night Shopping: Tuesday, December 9 (open until 5:00 PM)

• Where: DHS Library

Shop Online:

Can't make it in person? Shop online from the comfort of your home!

• When: December 3 – December 13

• Website: https://littleshopofstories.com/bookfairs

• Coupon Code: Use the code DHS at checkout!

Support Student Readers!

Thanks to generous support from the DEF and PTSA, we have a dedicated fund to ensure that every student who wants a book can get one. If you know a student who would benefit from a free book, please encourage them to sign up using the link on the attached flyer and then send them to the library during the fair! If you want to donate to help students in need at DHS get a book, please use THIS LINK.

We look forward to seeing you there for some exciting book shopping! 📖

Do you want to become a stronger speaker, communicator, or leader? The DHS Gavel Club is the perfect place to grow those skills in a fun, supportive, and encouraging environment!
Students in Gavel Club will:

• Practice public speaking and impromptu speaking
• Build confidence, clarity, and communication skills
• Take on leadership roles during meetings
• Work with peers who support your growth
• Gain skills that help with school, interviews, and future careers

No experience is needed — all materials and resources are provided!

Ready to learn more or join?
Check your email today for the link to the interest Google Form or click below:

🔗 Gavel Club Interest Form: https://forms.gle/tKQkW6kabqrqC63s9
We’re focused on building skills, confidence, and leadership throughout the year — and we’d love for you to be part of it!
Contact: Dr. Parham

Read the December 4, 2025, issue of the district-wide newsletter, CSD Weekly here.

Please take a moment this week to make your voice heard and participate in the Georgia Department of Education climate survey for your school! Your participation and feedback are greatly appreciated. The data collected will help determine the School Climate Star Ratings for the 2026-27 school year, which will enable schools to improve or build upon their successes.

Decatur High School Family Survey

We’re excited to announce that our brand-new DHS PTSA website is now up and running! Check it out today and stay connected with everything happening at DHS. It’s your central hub for:

• PTSA calendar, events, and announcements
• Parent volunteer opportunities
• Student community service opportunities
• And so much more!

The Decatur High PTSA has officially launched its Season of Giving campaign and already raised over $1,000 toward our goal! Thanks to a generous gift from Tell Realty, every donation will be matched dollar-for-dollar up to $5,000. That means your contribution goes twice as far in building an inclusive, engaging DHS community for students, teachers, staff, parents, and guardians.

Your contribution directly supports:

💙 Teacher Grants – empowering educators with resources to enrich classrooms

💚 Student Club Grants – supporting student-led initiatives that foster creativity, leadership, and belonging
🤍 Parent & Community Programs – strengthening connections across DHS families and the community

In January, we’ll award our next round of teacher and student club grants. The more we raise now, the more we can invest in these opportunities that make DHS thrive.

Double Your Impact for DHS PTSA - Give by Dec. 31, 2025!

Donate Now and Double Your Support: DHS PTSA PayPal Link

This Thanksgiving, PTSA partnered with Rreal Tacos–Decatur to provide turkeys for City Schools of Decatur staff and Decatur Housing Authority families. Together, we helped make the holiday season brighter for our community!

• Winter Party – December (in place of our regular meeting)
• Next PTSA Meeting – January 20, 2026

Thank you for being an essential part of the DHS community! If you’d like to share your time and talents, please complete our PTSA Volunteer Interest Form

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