Dougherty County School System

11/11/2021

Thank YOU!

Thank YOU!

11/11/2021

Thank You to Each of Our Veterans!

Happy Veterans Day! Thank you to all veterans and to each of the veterans that continue to serve our local community!

The DCSS is fortunate to have dozens of veterans among our ranks. On this day and every day, we thank them for their dedication, commitment and sacrifice.

11/09/2021

REMINDER: The district is hosting a free public Youth COVID Vaccination Clinic for anyone 5 or older. Parents/Guardians must be present and have a valid ID. Clinic is from 3 to 7 p.m. on November 13 at the Monroe High School Gymnasium.

REMINDER: The district is hosting a free public Youth COVID Vaccination Clinic for anyone 5 or older. Parents/Guardians must be present and have a valid ID. Clinic is from 3 to 7 p.m. on November 13 at the Monroe High School Gymnasium.

11/08/2021

TIP-OFF: Basketball season officially tips-off this weekend. Get your general admission tickets now on Ticketmaster or beginning tomorrow at DCSS high schools. Seating is limited and masks are required.

TIP-OFF: Basketball season officially tips-off this weekend. Get your general admission tickets now on Ticketmaster or beginning tomorrow at DCSS high schools. Seating is limited and masks are required.

11/08/2021

REMINDER: All schools and offices will be closed this Thursday for Veterans Day. School resumes as normal on Friday.

REMINDER: All schools and offices will be closed this Thursday for Veterans Day. School resumes as normal on Friday.

11/08/2021

‎ED Chat: Tobias Brown -- The (Future) Legal Eagle on Apple Podcasts

In our latest episode of #EdChat, we talk with Tobias Brown, a student Dougherty Comprehensive High School and 4C Academy who, after some coaxing by one of his teachers, has set his site on a pretty lofty career goal. Listen today!

‎Show ED Chat, Ep Tobias Brown -- The (Future) Legal Eagle - Nov 5, 2021

11/05/2021

Congrats to Live Oak Principal Dr. Shanekia T Williams! Well deserved!

Congratulations to Dr. S. Williams! Dr. Williams was nominated among numerous principals in the United States, and was selected as one of two winners in the Classworks National Principals Appreciation Month Contest. This contest recognizes principals for their oustanding leadership, vision, and dedication. Dr. Williams we salute you and we encourage you to continue to be an EXTRAORDINARY PRINCIPAL!

Dougherty County School System

11/04/2021

SPREAD THE WORD: The district is hosting a free public Youth COVID Vaccination Clinic for anyone 5 or older. Parents/Guardians must be present and have a valid ID. Clinic is from 3 to 7 p.m. on November 13 at the Monroe High School Gymnasium.

SPREAD THE WORD: The district is hosting a free public Youth COVID Vaccination Clinic for anyone 5 or older. Parents/Guardians must be present and have a valid ID. Clinic is from 3 to 7 p.m. on November 13 at the Monroe High School Gymnasium.

11/02/2021

REMINDER: All schools and offices will be closed for Veterans Day on November 11.

REMINDER: All schools and offices will be closed for Veterans Day on November 11.

10/29/2021

Our talented social workers helping out the Liberty House. 👏👏👏

The awesome social work department at DCSS put together some wonderful bags for clients that enter our programs. Thank you!! 💜💜

10/28/2021

Thanks to our Principals!

We love our principals! https://youtu.be/LdkT3LjSED0

A big word of thanks and gratitude to our principals for everything they do every day to support our students, families and employees.

10/28/2021

ASPIRING LEADERS: The DCSS launched its Aspiring Leaders Academy this week with its first crop of employees who have their sites set on stepping into servant leadership. The group will work throughout the year honing their skills to one day step into leadership positions within the district.

10/28/2021

Now it's easier to send Dougherty County School System a message.

Now it's easier to send Dougherty County School System a message.

10/26/2021

LEVEL UP: U.S. News and World Report says Robert Cross is among the best middle magnet schools in Georgia. Find out where they landed on their recent list, here: https://bit.ly/3bb1EtF

LEVEL UP: U.S. News and World Report says Robert Cross is among the best middle magnet schools in Georgia. Find out where they landed on their recent list, here: https://bit.ly/3bb1EtF

10/26/2021

RUNNING TO STATE: Several DCSS #CrossCountry Teams have qualified for the state meet. Read more, here: https://bit.ly/3CkqL9e

RUNNING TO STATE: Several DCSS #CrossCountry Teams have qualified for the state meet. Read more, here: https://bit.ly/3CkqL9e

10/25/2021

RED RIBBON WEEK: #DocoSchools leaders joined city and county officials as well as students from the Morehouse School of Medicine’s Student Leadership Council to kick off #RedRibbonWeek2021.

RED RIBBON WEEK: #DocoSchools leaders joined city and county officials as well as students from the Morehouse School of Medicine’s Student Leadership Council to kick off #RedRibbonWeek2021.

10/24/2021

STAY HOME: If you are experiencing COVID Symptoms or if you’ve taken a COVID test, stay home from work or school…(and wait for the results).

STAY HOME: If you are experiencing COVID Symptoms or if you’ve taken a COVID test, stay home from work or school…(and wait for the results).

10/22/2021

We appreciate the folks at Phoebe Putney Health System for taking time to show our #FBLA students interesting information about health careers. #YouRock

Today, we welcomed 31 Dougherty County School System students from Monroe Comprehensive High School’s Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) club. The students toured the Simulation & Innovation Center and learned about the different career opportunities in healthcare. #EducationalPartnerships

10/22/2021

Online Employment Application | Open Positions

Open Position - Office Manager

10/22/2021

GRADUATION RATES: Despite all of the challenges brought to students by the pandemic, the district's four-year graduation rate was up over last year. Read more, here: https://bit.ly/3G4SLA2

GRADUATION RATES: Despite all of the challenges brought to students by the pandemic, the district's four-year graduation rate was up over last year. Read more, here: https://bit.ly/3G4SLA2

10/22/2021

PARKING: Headed to the big game tonight? Here's a reminder that there is parking behind the field house on the old Albany High practice field.

PARKING: Headed to the big game tonight? Here's a reminder that there is parking behind the field house on the old Albany High practice field.

10/21/2021

Press Release - GaDOE names Office of Rural Education and Innovation after Dr. Butch Mosely

WELL DESERVED: Office of Rural Education and Innovation to be named after former DCSS Superintendent Dr. David Mosely.

205 Jesse Hill Jr. Drive SEAtlanta, GA 30334Local (404) 656-2800Toll Free: (800) 311-3627 (GA)Fax: (404) 651-8737Email:  [email protected] ​

10/20/2021

PARKING: With big games coming up at Hugh Mills Stadium, the district would like everyone to know that there is available parking on the Albany High Practice Field behind the field house. Parking is monitored by DCSS police.

PARKING: With big games coming up at Hugh Mills Stadium, the district would like everyone to know that there is available parking on the Albany High Practice Field behind the field house. Parking is monitored by DCSS police.

10/19/2021

QUEEN: Dougherty High Alumna Brianna Pendergrass is getting the royal treatment at Edwards Waters University. See why her coronation is historic by clicking here: https://bit.ly/3n6UrAo

QUEEN: Dougherty High Alumna Brianna Pendergrass is getting the royal treatment at Edwards Waters University. See why her coronation is historic by clicking here: https://bit.ly/3n6UrAo

10/15/2021

KEN DYER: ASU partnership critical to Albany's success

#GoGold#BleedBlue#ASU#myHBCU

In full disclosure, I’m a little biased when it comes to Albany State University. As we wrap up ASU’s Homecoming Week festivities, I will state for the record that I

10/11/2021

NSLW: Big thanks and appreciation for all of our school nutrition staff who come together to provide meals for thousands of students every day. #NSLW21

NSLW: Big thanks and appreciation for all of our school nutrition staff who come together to provide meals for thousands of students every day. #NSLW21

10/10/2021

STAY HOME: If you are experiencing COVID Symptoms or if you’ve taken a COVID test, stay home from work or school…(and wait for the results).

STAY HOME: If you are experiencing COVID Symptoms or if you’ve taken a COVID test, stay home from work or school…(and wait for the results).

10/07/2021

4C Academy Named College and Career Academy of the Year — 4C Academy

So proud of the 4C Academy team for all they're doing for our students!

LaGrange, GA, October 6, 2021--  The Commodore Conyers College and Career Academy (4C Academy) has been selected as the 2021 College and Career Academy of the Year. The announcement was made at the Lt. Governor’s Annual Business and Education Summit where the 4C Academy was recognized for i

10/05/2021

REMINDER: Fall Break is Thursday and Friday. All classes resume as normal on Monday, Oct. 11.

REMINDER: Fall Break is Thursday and Friday. All classes resume as normal on Monday, Oct. 11.

10/04/2021

PRE-K WEEK: We're so happy to be able to provide a quality education for more than 200 Dougherty County Pre-K students every day. A big thank you to all of the teachers, administrators and support staff who make it all happen. #GaPreKWeek

PRE-K WEEK: We're so happy to be able to provide a quality education for more than 200 Dougherty County Pre-K students every day. A big thank you to all of the teachers, administrators and support staff who make it all happen. #GaPreKWeek

10/03/2021

REMINDER: If you’re feeling sick, stay home.

REMINDER: If you’re feeling sick, stay home.

10/02/2021

Trojans remain undefeated, beating Westover 53-34.

Trojans remain undefeated, beating Westover 53-34.

10/01/2021

PRINCIPALS MONTH: October is National Principals Month! We are grateful for the leadership our administrators provide each day. To celebrate, post a comment about your favorite past or present #Docoschools principal with the hashtag #ThankADCSSPrincipal and we'll reshare some of the comments throughout the month.

PRINCIPALS MONTH: October is National Principals Month! We are grateful for the leadership our administrators provide each day. To celebrate, post a comment about your favorite past or present #Docoschools principal with the hashtag #ThankADCSSPrincipal and we'll reshare some of the comments throughout the month.

10/01/2021

HISTORY: Happy 97th Birthday, Mr. President! #GeorgiaGrown

HISTORY: Happy 97th Birthday, Mr. President! #GeorgiaGrown

10/01/2021

BOOK READING: 1999 Westover Grad Dr. Ericka V. Hylick, Pharm.D., RPh., will have a virtual book reading and panel discussion about her new book "I Wear a White Coat: From Tribulation to Triumph: The Authentic Truth of the Black Doctors Journey," on Tuesday, Oct. 5 from 7 to 8 p.m. To register, click here: https://bit.ly/WhiteCoatStatus

BOOK READING: 1999 Westover Grad Dr. Ericka V. Hylick, Pharm.D., RPh., will have a virtual book reading and panel discussion about her new book "I Wear a White Coat: From Tribulation to Triumph: The Authentic Truth of the Black Doctors Journey," on Tuesday, Oct. 5 from 7 to 8 p.m. To register, click here: https://bit.ly/WhiteCoatStatus