Dr. Fehrman's Friday Follow-Up
November 19, 2021
From the Superintendents Desk
I want to wish our entire CSD community a Happy Thanksgiving. I hope that everyone can take some time to be with their loved ones over the holiday. I am thankful for the ongoing support from our families and community partners as we continue to navigate through these stressful times. I am also thankful for the amazing staff in our school system who continue to put our students first.
Gratefully yours, Maggie Fehrman.
Stronger Together Shout Out
This week the 2nd Cohort of Aspiring Leaders had their 1st session of the CSD Aspiring Leaders Academy. The members of this cohort will participate in 8 sessions throughout the rest of the school year. The Leadership Academy is focused on developing leaders from within the school district for further leadership positions. The first session was focused on the Foundations of Leadership in City Schools of Decatur. Thank you Board Chairwoman White for helping kick-off the Cohort 2! The following sessions will focus on the various divisions in the central office. During each session, the aspiring leaders will learn about the different divisions and then have an opportunity to participate in real-life leadership scenarios.
I am proud to announce the members of Cohort 2:
Briana Dayton - Decatur High
Brittany Stewart - Fifth Avenue
Edwin Ellis - Fifth Avenue
Gail Hardwick - Wilson Center
Katrina Lillian Moore - Fifth Avenue
Kelly Nichols - Talley Street
Kimberly Jones - Decatur High School
Kinsey Simpson - College Heights
Kizzy Terry - Westchester
Lyndsei Pacini - Talley Street
Sarah Coleman - Renfroe Middle
Job(s) Well Done
The inaugural Baton Foundation "Ground Crew" essay contest
Six 8th grade Renfroe Middle School students formally submitted essays in the inaugural Baton Foundation "Ground Crew" essay contest, and I am excited to inform you that Gabrielle Domengeaux and Anushruti Ram were winners!
Judges for The Baton Foundation Ground Crew essay contest selected Gabrielle as the first-place winner for her essay about Dion Tyrone Diamond, and Anushriti Ram won third place for her essay about Diane Nash that apparently was so compelling that the foundation created a third-place slot to honor her work!
A list of all RMS students who submitted essays from RMS are Stella Peter, Trinity Moment, Riley McMillan, Liam Connolly, Anushruti Ram, Gabrielle Domengeaux.
Thank you to all of our staff, teachers, and administrators that helped our scholars during this process!
Decatur Band Students
Congratulations to Decatur Band students Nina DeFilippo and Spencer Mullen on having their pieces selected for the Georgia Music Educators Association Composition Contest! Both students will have their compositions performed by DHS Band musicians at the composition recital on January 28, 2022, in Athens, Georgia. Bravo!
Talley Street - Hispanic Heritage Celebrations
The 5th graders at Talley showcased Hispanic Leaders and culture through their Unit of Inquiry. Students researched various Hispanic Leaders and created beautiful panels sharing their knowledge. It was a true treat to learn some much about the impressive leaders through the eyes of our students.
Decatur High School Signing Day
On Tuesday, November 17, 2021, Decatur High School athletics department honored five of our scholars as they signed National Letters of Intent to further their athletic endeavors. We are so proud of our students!
Sophia Walker- Fairfield University, Volleyball
Quincy Prichard- Berry College, Softball
Josh Lanum- North Georgia College, Baseball
Brady Jones- Georgia State University, Baseball
Brayden Gordon- Muskingum College, Baseball
UPDATES
City School of Decatur Transportation
All riders must register to ride the bus through Bus Planner. This will let us know who is riding and also how we communicate with parents. If you are interested in tracking the bus, please sign up for Here Come The Bus. The weather is changing and if your transportation plans have changed. You must register and provide your Operation ID card when riding the bus.
FUNdraisers and Coat Drive
Coat Drive
Our ESOL and Federal Programs Department is sponsoring a coat drive from November 15th to December 10th during regular business hours. Your family can drop off NEW coats in the lobby of all CSD schools and the Wilson Center. Please contact Paris Hardnett at phardnett@csdecatur.net for more information.
Winnona Park Tree Sale
Winnona Park Elementary School is now holding its annual Holiday Tree, Wreath and Candle Sale! All proceeds go towards our mission of enhancing our student’s and teachers’ experiences and building our community!
We source our fresh Fraser Firs from Cool Springs nursery in NC and hand-dipped premium Hanukkah candles from Rite Lite.
Pick up Dec 4 or Delivery is available. Candles can be picked up locally prior to 11/29.
Preorder here: https://winnona-park-es-pta.square.site
City Schools of Decatur Night with the Hawks
Looking for a great way to kick off the Holiday Break? Join our District at the State Farm Arena for City Schools of Decatur Night as the Hawks take on the Cleveland Cavaliers on Sunday, Dec. 19, at 7:30 PM.
Each ticket includes $10 worth of food and beverage credit. A portion from each ticket purchased through this offer will benefit the Decatur Education Foundation.
Tickets can be purchased through the provided link below.