
Our Pre-K Registration event was a huge success! We loved handing out free books as part of our DaltonReads! literacy initiative, fostering a love for reading from the very start. A huge thank you to our incredible staff, community members, and the amazing students from The Dalton Academy who provided translation services to support our families. We can’t wait to welcome our littlest learners to a fantastic year of growth, discovery, and fun!

Dalton High School Announces JJ Trowell as New Softball Coach
Dalton High School is proud to announce the addition of JJ Trowell as its new softball coach. A former Dalton High scholar-athlete, Trowell brings a strong background in athletics, academics, and leadership to the program.
Read more: https://www.daltonpublicschools.com/article/2098275


Brittany Hendon Named Brookwood School Teacher of the Year
Dalton Public Schools is proud to announce Brittany Hendon as the Brookwood School Teacher of the Year. This marks the second time Hendon has received this honor, having also been recognized in 2017.
Hendon, a dedicated educator with 13 years of experience, was inspired to pursue teaching by the impactful educators in her own life.
"A desire to make a positive difference in the lives of children led me to pursue a career in teaching," Hendon shared. "I was constantly influenced by educators who cared for me and pushed me to not only succeed, but to excel."
Read more at DaltonPublicSchools.com


Board Highlights Now Available!
Stay informed! The March 2025 Board of Education Meeting Highlights are now available. Check out the key discussions and decisions from the latest meeting.
🔗https://daltonpublicschoolsga.edurooms.com/engage/dalton-public-schools/newsletters/board-highlights-march-2025
📌 Please note: This is a recap, not the official meeting minutes.


Spring Break Holiday Reminder:
📌 Monday-Friday: March 31-April 4: Spring Break Holiday
📌 Monday, April 7: Return to School
Thank you for planning ahead!


As Georgia School Board Appreciation Week comes to a close, we extend our deepest gratitude to our Board of Education for their unwavering dedication to our students, staff, and community.
Matt Evans, Sam Sanders, Tulley Johnson, Jody McClurg, Manny Meza, and Dr. Steven Craft—your leadership guides us, your vision inspires us, and your impact shapes the future of Dalton Public Schools.
Thank you for all that you do!


Happy Pi(e) Day! 🎉🥧 Students at Roan School had a blast celebrating Pi Day with a fun (and messy!) fundraiser hosted by the Roan School PTO. After voting for a staff member to receive a pie in the face, lucky students were drawn to do the honors. Principal Anne Fetzer earned the most votes, but Ms. Luckey and Mrs. Green were such great sports that they joined in on the fun too! The biggest surprise? School Resource Officer Johnson’s name was drawn to pie Mrs. Green—talk about an unexpected twist!

Pre-K Registration kicks off next week—don’t miss this exciting first step in your child’s educational journey!
Is your child turning 4 years old on or before September 1, 2025? Then it's time to register them for pre-kindergarten classes for the upcoming school year!
Dalton Public Schools will have its annual pre-k registration event on Tuesday, March 18 from 7:30 AM - 6 PM and Wednesday, March 19 from 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM at the Mack Gaston Community Center.
Please bring the following items for your child:
- Proof of Immunizations (GA Form 3231)
- Eye, Ear, and Dental Certificate (GA Form 3300)
- Social Security Card
- Birth Certificate
- Proof of Address (Utility Bill in Parent's name and service address, or lease agreement)
- Medicaid or PeachCare Card (If Applicable)



District Social Studies Bee Winners
Students from across the district put their knowledge to the test in today's final round of the Social Studies Bee. After a series of challenging questions on U.S. history and geography, Xavi Martinez from Westwood School claimed first place, while Angel Herrera from City Park School earned the runner-up spot.
Congratulations to all our school and district champions!

CONGRATULATIONS TO TASNEEM ISSA: Dalton High School senior Tasneem Issa has been named the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) Good Citizen for 2024! This honor is awarded to one senior each year who exemplifies dependability, service, leadership, and patriotism in their home, school, and community.
We are incredibly proud of Tasneem for this well-deserved recognition and can’t wait to see all she accomplishes!
Read more about her achievement here: https://www.daltonpublicschools.com/article/2085818


The Elementary Soccer Championship was a huge success! ⚽🎉 Students from all six elementary schools showed off their skills in an exciting competition. A big thank you to the officials, teachers, staff, and student volunteers who made this tournament possible!

Recently, Dr. Steven Craft and Principal BethAnn Browning proudly unveiled the Title I Distinguished School certificate and sign presented to Brookwood School by the Georgia Department of Education!
This incredible achievement reflects the hard work, dedication, and success of our students, teachers, and staff. The entire Brookwood student body joined in the celebration, making it a moment to remember!
Congratulations, Brookwood! Keep shining!
🔗 Read more here: https://www.daltonpublicschools.com/article/1926446


Exciting News: Dalton Public Schools has been named a 2024-2025 GAEL Vision Award Winner! This honor recognizes our district’s commitment to supporting educators through professional development, advocacy, and leadership growth.
We are proud to invest in our teachers, principals, and staff to ensure the best opportunities for our students. Thank you to GAEL for this incredible recognition!
🔗 Read more here: https://www.daltonpublicschools.com/article/2081723


Last week, two Dalton Public Schools students were recognized at the Junior Achievement Hall of Fame banquet as part of JA of Georgia’s inaugural 19 Under 19 Students to Watch.
We are proud to celebrate Georgia Marte and Diana Victoriano from The Dalton Academy for earning this prestigious designation!
At the banquet, every guest received a copy of the newly released 19 Under 19 magazine, featuring this year’s honorees. You can check out a virtual copy here: georgia.ja.org/19-under-19.
Congratulations to Georgia and Diana on this well-earned recognition.



This week we're celebrating Board Appreciation Week!
Every year, this week is set aside to celebrate the hard work and dedication of each of our board members. We’re honoring Board Chair Matt Evans, Vice-Chair Sam Sanders, Treasurer Tulley Johnson, Jody McClurg, Manny Meza, and Superintendent Dr. Steven Craft.
Thank you for all that you do for our students, staff, families, and community!


Happy National School Social Work Week! Dalton Public Schools is proud to celebrate our incredible team of school social workers and the lasting impact they make on our students and families. We asked our social workers, ‘Why did you become a social worker?’ Here’s what one had to say: ⬇️


Today, we celebrate the hardworking Maintenance and Operations Team that keeps our schools running smoothly! 🛠️ Thank you for your dedication to creating safe, clean, and welcoming learning environments for our students and staff.


Staff Spotlight: Brookwood School Counselor Allison Rogers and student-volunteers recently packed bags for the Helping Hands Ending Hunger program, which helps reduce food waste and provide nutritious meals to families in need. Many of our schools take part in this initiative, making a meaningful impact across our district!

Happy National School Social Work Week! Dalton Public Schools is proud to celebrate our incredible team of school social workers and the lasting impact they make on our students and families. We asked our social workers, ‘What do you find most fulfilling about your role?’ Here’s what one had to say: ⬇️


The Dalton Academy & Dalton High School have been named 2025 AP Honor Schools by the Georgia Department of Education!
🏆 Dalton High School: AP STEM School & AP Access and Support School
🏆 The Dalton Academy: AP Challenge School
This recognition highlights our commitment to providing students with rigorous, high-quality academic opportunities that prepare them for success in college, careers, and life!
🔗 Click here to read more: https://www.daltonpublicschools.com/article/2071240
