Learn More About the Proposed Millage Rate
Dalton Public Schools has created a webpage where families, staff and community members can find information about the districtās proposed millage rate.
Visit the millage webpage here to view the Notice of Property Tax Increase, the Current Property Tax Digest and Five-Year History of Levy, public hearing information and additional details about the proposed millage rate. You can also view the official press release here.
You can also view our Vision for the DPS Tax Digest to learn more about the districtās financial priorities and plans and how DPS Cut Costs here.
Dalton Public Schools Work-Based Learning has been named a recipient of the JA Volunteer Partner Milestone Award for the 2025-2026 school year by Junior Achievement (JA) of Georgia.
The award recognizes companies, organizations, and schools that recruited 100 or more volunteers in a single year across JA of Georgia's programs, including JA BizTown, JA Finance Park, and 3DE by JA. Twenty-one organizations across JA reached this milestone for the past school year.
"Because of partners like Dalton Public Schools, more and more students in Georgia gain the skills, confidence, and experiences they need to thrive," JA of Georgia shared in announcing the honor.
Read more about the Volunteer Partner Milestone Award: https://www.daltonpublicschools.com/article/3167600
The award recognizes companies, organizations, and schools that recruited 100 or more volunteers in a single year across JA of Georgia's programs, including JA BizTown, JA Finance Park, and 3DE by JA. Twenty-one organizations across JA reached this milestone for the past school year.
"Because of partners like Dalton Public Schools, more and more students in Georgia gain the skills, confidence, and experiences they need to thrive," JA of Georgia shared in announcing the honor.
Read more about the Volunteer Partner Milestone Award: https://www.daltonpublicschools.com/article/3167600
šHappy Georgia Pre-K Week!
Today we're visiting Brenda Hinojosa's classroom at Westwood School, where students came together for a large group literacy activity. They practiced labeling, spelling, and pronouncing the names of their family members. Building strong readers starts with the people they love most! āļø
Thank you for making early learning so joyful for our pre-k students!
#GeorgiaPreKWeek #DaltonPublicSchools #LearnLeadSucceed
Today we're visiting Brenda Hinojosa's classroom at Westwood School, where students came together for a large group literacy activity. They practiced labeling, spelling, and pronouncing the names of their family members. Building strong readers starts with the people they love most! āļø
Thank you for making early learning so joyful for our pre-k students!
#GeorgiaPreKWeek #DaltonPublicSchools #LearnLeadSucceed
Cody Smith Named Dalton High School 2025ā2026 Teacher of the YearāØ
Dalton Public Schools is proud to announce that Cody Smith has been named Dalton High School's 2025ā2026 Teacher of the Year.
Smith teaches English to 10th and 11th graders at Dalton High School and sponsors Student Council.
"I discovered that teaching was never really about standing in front of a classroom. It was about building relationships, creating opportunities, and helping young people believe in themselves."
Dalton Public Schools congratulates Cody Smith on being named Dalton High School's 2025ā2026 Teacher of the Year and thanks him for the dedication he shows to students each day.
Read more about the Dalton High School Teacher of the Year: https://www.daltonpublicschools.com/article/3175665
Dalton Public Schools is proud to announce that Cody Smith has been named Dalton High School's 2025ā2026 Teacher of the Year.
Smith teaches English to 10th and 11th graders at Dalton High School and sponsors Student Council.
"I discovered that teaching was never really about standing in front of a classroom. It was about building relationships, creating opportunities, and helping young people believe in themselves."
Dalton Public Schools congratulates Cody Smith on being named Dalton High School's 2025ā2026 Teacher of the Year and thanks him for the dedication he shows to students each day.
Read more about the Dalton High School Teacher of the Year: https://www.daltonpublicschools.com/article/3175665
šš Happy Georgia Pre-K Week!
Today we're visiting Ashley Hart's classroom at Park Creek School, where the science was bubbling over! Students made "apple volcanoes" and watched the chemical reactions as baking soda and vinegar made their apples erupt. Future scientists in the making! š¬
Thank you for making early learning so joyful for our pre-k students!
#GeorgiaPreKWeek #DaltonPublicSchools #LearnLeadSucceed
Today we're visiting Ashley Hart's classroom at Park Creek School, where the science was bubbling over! Students made "apple volcanoes" and watched the chemical reactions as baking soda and vinegar made their apples erupt. Future scientists in the making! š¬
Thank you for making early learning so joyful for our pre-k students!
#GeorgiaPreKWeek #DaltonPublicSchools #LearnLeadSucceed
Who knew recycled materials could look this good? šāØ These Brookwood Lions designed nature-themed costumes from reused items and walked the runway for classmates and parents. Reduce, reuse, runway! ā»ļøš¦
šš Happy Georgia Pre-K Week!
Today we're visiting Esme Catalan's classroom at City Park School, where students celebrated Hispanic Heritage Month with a special book about parades and festivals. Then they teamed up to create a class piƱata! Learning and celebrating together is what pre-k is all about. šŖ
Thank you for making early learning so joyful for our pre-k students!
#GeorgiaPreKWeek #DaltonPublicSchools #LearnLeadSucceed
Today we're visiting Esme Catalan's classroom at City Park School, where students celebrated Hispanic Heritage Month with a special book about parades and festivals. Then they teamed up to create a class piƱata! Learning and celebrating together is what pre-k is all about. šŖ
Thank you for making early learning so joyful for our pre-k students!
#GeorgiaPreKWeek #DaltonPublicSchools #LearnLeadSucceed
As we celebrate National Coaches Day, we want to recognize and thank our exceptional instructional coaches who work tirelessly to support our students in the classroom and beyond, providing invaluable guidance to enhance teaching practices and foster student growth.
Their expertise, mentorship, and commitment play a crucial role in our educational community. We are deeply grateful for their contributions and the positive impact they have on our students' success. Thank you for all that you do!
Their expertise, mentorship, and commitment play a crucial role in our educational community. We are deeply grateful for their contributions and the positive impact they have on our students' success. Thank you for all that you do!
Happy National Coaches Day!
Today, we celebrate the incredible coaches who support our students in every aspect of their livesāwhether itās in athletic activities, academic pursuits, or beyond. Your dedication, leadership, and unwavering support make a world of difference. We are truly grateful for everything you do to inspire and guide our students to success!
Today, we celebrate the incredible coaches who support our students in every aspect of their livesāwhether itās in athletic activities, academic pursuits, or beyond. Your dedication, leadership, and unwavering support make a world of difference. We are truly grateful for everything you do to inspire and guide our students to success!
We are proud to congratulate several Dalton Public Schools that have been recognized by the Georgia Department of Education for their efforts in supporting cursive writing instruction, as part of the 2025ā2026 John Hancock Awards program.
Brookwood Elementary School and Blue Ridge Elementary School received the John Hancock Banner and Ribbon of Distinction, the highest level of recognition in the program. This award is given to schools where at least 90% of students demonstrate the ability to write both their name and the Preamble to the U.S. Constitution in cursive.
Additionally, the following schools were awarded the John Hancock Banner and Proficiency Ribbon, which recognizes schools where 90% or more of students can write their name in cursive:
City Park Elementary School
Dalton High School
Dalton Junior High School
Hammond Creek Middle School
Park Creek Elementary School
Roan Elementary School
The Dalton Academy
Westwood Elementary School
Please join us in congratulating our schools! #
Read more about the John Hancock Awards: https://www.daltonpublicschools.com/article/3162964
DaltonPublicSchools #LearnLeadSucceed
Brookwood Elementary School and Blue Ridge Elementary School received the John Hancock Banner and Ribbon of Distinction, the highest level of recognition in the program. This award is given to schools where at least 90% of students demonstrate the ability to write both their name and the Preamble to the U.S. Constitution in cursive.
Additionally, the following schools were awarded the John Hancock Banner and Proficiency Ribbon, which recognizes schools where 90% or more of students can write their name in cursive:
City Park Elementary School
Dalton High School
Dalton Junior High School
Hammond Creek Middle School
Park Creek Elementary School
Roan Elementary School
The Dalton Academy
Westwood Elementary School
Please join us in congratulating our schools! #
Read more about the John Hancock Awards: https://www.daltonpublicschools.com/article/3162964
DaltonPublicSchools #LearnLeadSucceed
š¾ Check out the latest edition of Paws in Print to stay up to date on news, events, and celebrations from across Dalton Public Schools!
š Read it here: https://daltonpublicschoolsga.edurooms.com/newsletters/dalton-public-schools/newsletters/paws-in-print-october-edition
š Read it here: https://daltonpublicschoolsga.edurooms.com/newsletters/dalton-public-schools/newsletters/paws-in-print-october-edition
š“š Happy Georgia Pre-K Week!
Today we're heading into Whitney Anderson's classroom at Brookwood School, where story time got a little extra silly! Anderson dressed up as a palm tree to read "Chicka Chicka Boom Boom," and her students followed along by placing their letters on her costume as the alphabet climbed the tree. Learning ABCs has never been so fun!
Thank you for making early learning so joyful for our pre-k students!
#GeorgiaPreKWeek #DaltonPublicSchools #LearnLeadSucceed
Today we're heading into Whitney Anderson's classroom at Brookwood School, where story time got a little extra silly! Anderson dressed up as a palm tree to read "Chicka Chicka Boom Boom," and her students followed along by placing their letters on her costume as the alphabet climbed the tree. Learning ABCs has never been so fun!
Thank you for making early learning so joyful for our pre-k students!
#GeorgiaPreKWeek #DaltonPublicSchools #LearnLeadSucceed
Happy National Physical Therapy Month! š A huge thank-you to our amazing school PTs ā Leanna Smotherman, Rebekah Cox, and Mary Beth Wakefield ā for the difference you make in our students' lives every single day.
Happy School Custodian Appreciation Day! š We are beyond grateful for our dedicated custodial staff who work tirelessly to keep our schools clean, safe, and welcoming for students, staff, and visitors. Your hard work and commitment help create an environment where everyone can thrive. Thank you for all that you do!
October is National Principal's Month, and we want to take a moment to appreciate our incredible principals at Dalton Public Schools.
Their dedication, leadership, and hard work are the foundation of our educational community. Thank you for all you do to support our students and staff!
Your words of appreciation mean the world to our principals! Don't hesitate to leave a comment on this post to show your support for their hard work and dedication.
Their dedication, leadership, and hard work are the foundation of our educational community. Thank you for all you do to support our students and staff!
Your words of appreciation mean the world to our principals! Don't hesitate to leave a comment on this post to show your support for their hard work and dedication.
October is National Bullying Prevention Month!
At Dalton Public Schools, we are committed to creating a safe, supportive, and inclusive environment where every student feels valued and respected. Together, we can take a stand against bullying and promote kindness, acceptance, and unity.
At Dalton Public Schools, we are committed to creating a safe, supportive, and inclusive environment where every student feels valued and respected. Together, we can take a stand against bullying and promote kindness, acceptance, and unity.
Fall Break Reminder š
Just a friendly reminder that Fall Break is right around the corner! Thursday, October 8 is a staff professional learning day and a student holiday. Friday, October 9, Monday, October 12, and Tuesday, October 13 are student and staff holidays. We will see you all back on Wednesday, October 14!
Just a friendly reminder that Fall Break is right around the corner! Thursday, October 8 is a staff professional learning day and a student holiday. Friday, October 9, Monday, October 12, and Tuesday, October 13 are student and staff holidays. We will see you all back on Wednesday, October 14!
PEACH TAX CREDIT PROGRAM: Looking to support education and save on taxes? Learn how you can benefit from the Peach Tax Credit program with Dalton Public Schools!
Visit https://www.daltonpublicschools.com/page/peach-education-tax-credit for more details!
Visit https://www.daltonpublicschools.com/page/peach-education-tax-credit for more details!
Big news, Dalton Public Schools families! š
This fall, every DPS student in grades 3ā6 will receive their very own copy of "Tufted: The Stitch & Story of Catherine Evans Whitener" by author Rachel Smalley as part of our upcoming literacy initiative!
But that's not all. Rachel will visit our schools to meet with students and talk about her writing process, why she wrote the book, how the story developed, and the people who inspired it. She'll also read "Tufted" alongside our students!
We can't wait to see our readers dive in.
#DaltonPublicSchools #LearnLeadSucceed #DaltonReads
This fall, every DPS student in grades 3ā6 will receive their very own copy of "Tufted: The Stitch & Story of Catherine Evans Whitener" by author Rachel Smalley as part of our upcoming literacy initiative!
But that's not all. Rachel will visit our schools to meet with students and talk about her writing process, why she wrote the book, how the story developed, and the people who inspired it. She'll also read "Tufted" alongside our students!
We can't wait to see our readers dive in.
#DaltonPublicSchools #LearnLeadSucceed #DaltonReads
ROAR Day: The Greatest Show in Education brought Dalton Public Schools together for a day of learning, collaboration, and celebration! šŖ
Today, educators from across the district gathered at Dalton High School to connect, grow, and share ideas that strengthen the DPS community. With more than 100 sessions led by our own teachers, coaches, and staff, ROAR Day offered something for everyone, from classroom management and literacy strategies to AI, wellness, and school culture.
Under the big top, staff took center stage in hands-on experiences: racing the clock in an escape room, making puppets and stage props, learning pickleball, and even trying a little musical theater choreography. Between sessions, educators swapped ideas over refreshments and celebrated the passion and dedication that make our district special.
Today proved once again that when we step into the ring as one team, DPS is the greatest show in education! š¦ #DaltonPublicSchools #LearnLeadSucceed
Today, educators from across the district gathered at Dalton High School to connect, grow, and share ideas that strengthen the DPS community. With more than 100 sessions led by our own teachers, coaches, and staff, ROAR Day offered something for everyone, from classroom management and literacy strategies to AI, wellness, and school culture.
Under the big top, staff took center stage in hands-on experiences: racing the clock in an escape room, making puppets and stage props, learning pickleball, and even trying a little musical theater choreography. Between sessions, educators swapped ideas over refreshments and celebrated the passion and dedication that make our district special.
Today proved once again that when we step into the ring as one team, DPS is the greatest show in education! š¦ #DaltonPublicSchools #LearnLeadSucceed
