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It’s officially Senior Spotlight season, and we couldn’t be more proud to shine a light on some of our recent graduates! Today we’re featuring Dalton High School graduate, Drew Snyder. Drew participated in Varsity Basketball in ninth through twelfth grade, Varsity Football in ninth and tenth grade, Lacrosse, National Honor Society, Interact Club, and FCA while at Dalton High School. Drew is most proud of having made All-Region First Team 7-5A his junior year, All-Area First Team his junior year, receiving the Georgia Certificate of Merit, being named an All-Region Honorable Mention 7-4A in his senior year, and being a Dalton High School Scholar Athlete all four years. Drew will be attending the University of Georgia to study business and will choose a concentration later on in his studies. Way to go!

It’s officially Senior Spotlight season, and we couldn’t be more proud to shine a light on some of our recent graduates! Today we’re featuring Dalton High School graduate, Alexia Gonzalez. Alexia participated in Student Council, Marching Band, and Varsity Basketball. She was a member of the Fine Arts Academy, Beta Club, and National Honors Society. She is most proud of winning Homecoming Queen, making it to final four in basketball, and winning region in basketball as well. Way to go!

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It’s officially Senior Spotlight season, and we couldn’t be more proud to shine a light on some of our recent graduates! Today we’re featuring The Dalton Academy graduate, Bernice Campos. While a TDA student Bernice played volleyball, basketball, and soccer. She also participated in basketball cheer, track, SkillsUSA, and HOSA. She is most proud of having joined the National Guard while a TDA student. She plans to attend Dalton State College in the Fall where she hopes to pursue a degree in either criminal justice or healthcare. Way to go!

🚍 Help Us Plan for Next Year—Complete the Transportation Form! Dalton Public Schools is planning bus routes for the 2025–2026 school year, and we need your input! All families—whether your student will ride the bus or not—must complete the Transportation Intent Form by June 15, 2025. Let us know if your student will ride the bus in the morning, afternoon, or both. Students without a completed form may not be guaranteed a bus assignment on the first day of school, so submitting the form on time is important! ⏳ Don’t wait—forms submitted after June 15 could delay your student’s bus assignment. 📲 Complete the form here: https://dalton.iad1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_a5irwWXAaMrL5rM 🌐 Visit our transportation webpage for more details: https://www.daltonpublicschools.com/page/transportation-intent-2025

It’s officially Senior Spotlight season, and we couldn’t be more proud to shine a light on some of our recent graduates! Today we’re featuring Dalton High School graduate, Kendrix London. Kendrix was a player on the Dalton High School football team and a member of the track team for all of High School. He is most proud of making Sweet 16 two years in a row as well as making First Team All Region two years in a row. He will be attending Centre College, where he plans to study marketing and architecture. Way to go!

Hats off to the Dalton High School Class of 2025! Your journey has been filled with dedication, resilience, and growth, and today we celebrate the bright futures ahead of you. You’ve left your mark on DHS, and we know you’ll continue to shine wherever life takes you. Go Big Red! ❤️🐾

🎓✨ Congratulations to The Dalton Academy Class of 2025! Your hard work, perseverance, and spirit have brought you to this incredible milestone. We are so proud of all you've accomplished and can’t wait to see the amazing things you’ll do next. Once a Puma, always a Puma!

Congratulations to Berenice Canchola from Dalton High School and Marcus Bartley from The Dalton Academy! These outstanding students were recently awarded laptops through the Georgia High School High Tech Program! Each student wrote a compelling essay on how a laptop would support their future—whether in college or the workforce—and their inspiring words earned them this incredible opportunity. We're so proud of your achievements and can’t wait to see what’s next for you both!

It’s officially Senior Spotlight season, and we couldn’t be more proud to shine a light on some of our soon-to-be graduates! Today we’re featuring Dalton High School graduate, Georgia Brackett. Georgia has participated in Dalton High Swim, Year-round swimming for Carpet Capital Aquatics Club, Pep Club, FCA, National Honor Society, and Culinary. She is proud to have received the Culinary Award, gone to state in swimming all 4 years, and maintained good grades. She will be majoring in nursing at Berry College this coming fall. Way to go!

Ely Brackett Named Dale Cook Support Educator of the Year Dalton, GA — Dalton Public Schools is proud to announce that Ely Brackett has been named the 2025 recipient of the Dale Cook Support Educator of the Year Award, presented by the Dalton Education Foundation. This distinguished recognition honors support staff who make significant contributions to the educational environment and champion excellence in teaching and student learning across the district. Brackett has served Dalton Public Schools for the past four years as the Administrative Assistant for Teaching and Learning and the Dalton Education Foundation. Her role touches nearly every corner of the district, supporting students, educators, administrators, and families through her exceptional dedication and multifaceted responsibilities. From coordinating major events like the Young Georgia Authors celebration and Annual Art Fair to managing scholarships, grants, and awards for the Foundation, Brackett ensures the smooth execution of initiatives that enrich student experiences. She also provides critical Spanish translation and interpretation services for families across the district, supports literacy programs like Dalton Reads, and helps organize academic competitions, teacher professional development logistics, and community outreach events. Reflecting on the honor, Brackett shared, "I’m deeply honored and humbled to have been selected for this award. I truly feel blessed to work alongside such a supportive and uplifting group of people who make me feel valued every single day." The Dale Cook Support Educator of the Year Award celebrates individuals like Brackett who embody the spirit of service and a commitment to supporting high-quality education in Dalton. Her dedication exemplifies the values that strengthen the Dalton Public School System and positively impact countless lives. For more information about the Dalton Education Foundation or the Dale Cook Award, please visit https://www.daltonpublicschools.com/page/dalton-education-foundation.

A Full Circle Moment 🎓 Before stepping onto the graduation stage, seniors from Dalton High School and The Dalton Academy took part in a cherished tradition—walking the halls of their former elementary schools. This meaningful journey brings smiles, cheers, and even a few tears as graduates reconnect with their roots, inspire younger students, and reunite with former teachers. Swipe through to see highlights from this week’s senior walks!

It’s officially Senior Spotlight season, and we couldn’t be more proud to shine a light on some of our soon-to-be graduates! Today we’re featuring The Dalton Academy graduate. Doris Moore. At The Dalton Academy Doris played basketball for four years, volleyball for one, and ran track for four years. This past year she also joined the Black Students Alliance. Her greatest achievement in high school was being the only only girl to make sectionals on the track team. After graduation she plans to join the National Guard and go to school for nursing. Way to go!

This Friday is the last day of school, and we’re sending students into summer with an early release across the district. Early Release Times: Elementary Schools: 12:15 PM Hammond Creek Middle & Dalton Junior High: 11:30 AM The Dalton Academy & Dalton High: 10:45 AM Thank you for an amazing year of learning, growing, and achieving. Enjoy a well-earned summer break — you’ve earned it!

DaltonReads! is back with our Summer Book Giveaways! Adventure awaits—come pick up a FREE book and keep your child’s love of reading going all summer long! 📚 Giveaway Dates & Locations (11:30 AM – 12:30 PM): Thursday, June 12 Mack Gaston Community Center (218 N. Fredrick Street) Thursday, June 19 Civitan Park (330 N Tibbs Road) Thursday, June 26 Westwood School (708 Trammell Street) Thursday, July 10 Beechland Round House (1013 Underwood Street) Thursday, July 17 Veterans Park (901 Veterans Drive) Swing by any of our locations to grab a book and join the reading fun with DaltonReads!

Dalton Public Schools is proud to offer free lunch for all children 18 and under from June 2 to July 24 as part of our Summer Nutrition Program. No registration required. Just stop by and enjoy a healthy meal. Find more information and view summer meal locations here: https://www.daltonpublicschools.com/page/summer-feeding-program

We couldn’t wrap up the school year without celebrating our amazing C3 Team! These talented students placed 5th at the regional Odyssey of the Mind tournament in Flowery Branch, earning a spot at the State Tournament at Columbus State University! Join us in recognizing team members: Nora Blackwell (BW) Madison Fraire (BW) Sadie McKeehan (WW) Lucy O'Gwin (BW) Maliha Patel (WW) Mary Lois Thompson (BW) – who contributed at regionals! While they didn’t advance to Worlds, this team represented Dalton with pride and demonstrated outstanding creativity, collaboration, and perseverance. Way to go, C3!

What a way to kick off summer! Dalton Public Schools 2nd graders celebrated the season with two unforgettable Reading Rallies filled with inspiration, excitement, and the joy of books! Students heard encouraging messages from district leaders, student-athletes, and special guest Malcolm Mitchell, who shared how learning to read changed his life. Every student received a personal copy of Malcolm’s book 'Hey Georgia' and followed along as it was read aloud, hanging on every word. A few lucky students even had the chance to join in fun activities—from tossing the football to answering questions for signed books! We are incredibly grateful to our community partners for helping us create such meaningful literacy moments. The energy, enthusiasm, and love for reading were truly contagious! #DaltonReads

It’s officially Senior Spotlight season, and we couldn’t be more proud to shine a light on some of our soon-to-be graduates! Today we’re featuring Dalton High School, Lilli Sharp. Lilli was involved in the Dalton High School drama club all four years and served as the club’s treasurer her junior year. Her greatest accomplishments as a student at Dalton High school include: winning State Literary competition for personal essay writing twice, writing an original musical with her friend Ellis Stephens, composing three Orchestral works, and conducting the world premiere of her piece, “Nostalgia,” for the DHS Wind Ensemble. Lilli will be attending UGA in the fall as a student in the school of music. Way to go!

Celebrating National Speech Language Pathologist Day! Today, we express our heartfelt gratitude to the incredible Speech Language Pathologists (SLPs) of Dalton Public Schools. Their dedication and expertise play a crucial role in supporting our students' communication and learning. Let's honor and thank our amazing SLPs: Delise Bravo-Bussey Carly Burgess Blakely Cobb Emily Lewis Addison Matter Colby Robertson Mary Scalise Courtney Smith Demi Snyder Rhonda Swaney Kate Yarbrough Thank you for your unwavering commitment and the positive impact you have on our students' lives!