DHS Weekly Update
Thursday, October 6, 2022
PRINCIPAL'S MESSAGE
DHS Families,
Just a reminder that I will be hosting a Town Hall Webinar tonight to update the community on what is going on in the DHS community. Thank you to everyone who has submitted questions ahead of time. Webinar link is HERE.
A huge THANK YOU to all of the parents who helped with Homecoming festivities! The football game was amazing, the parade and the floats were so original and really exemplified our school spirit, and the dance was a huge success! It was wonderful to talk to so many of you throughout the week at all of these events.
Today I meet with the students who applied for the new Principal's Advisory Committee. They worked hard on proposed edits to the CSD Dress Code which I will submit to the Superintendent and Wilson Center staff for review. This is a great opportunity for our students to lead their school community. And just a reminder that the PSAT is happening on Wednesday of next week for our 10th and 11th graders.
It is a pleasure to serve the DHS community!
Rochelle L. Lofstrand, Principal
Decatur High School
Today! College Readiness Spectacular
Join us as we navigate through college information from 3:30pm to 6:00 pm. The event will take place in the DHS Cafeteria and the Media Center. Thank you!
Class of 2024 - Order Your Class Ring
Come Watch the DHS Advanced Musical Theatre Ensemble Perform at Oakhurst Porchfest
DHS Winterguard Clinic & Auditions
Hispanic Heritage Month
We celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month (September 15 to October 15) to recognize the achievements and contributions of Hispanic American champions who have inspired others to achieve success. The observation began in 1968 as Hispanic Heritage Week under President Lyndon Johnson. It was enacted into law on August 17, 1988. The theme for 2022 is "Unidos: Inclusivity for a Stronger Nation ."
More information about this month is available on our Equity website.
CSD Athletics News and Updates
News from the Decatur Bulldog Booster
Coaches Appreciation Day: Oct. 6
Where would we be without our amazing Bulldog coaches who teach, inspire, mentor, motivate and guide our kids every day? Our coaches are the best so let’s all send along a kind word or token of appreciation to let them know how much we value them!
Dine Out on 10/6 to Support Athletics
Bring your family and friends to Bad Daddy’s Burger Bar in Decatur for dinner and help raise money for Decatur Athletics. Bad Daddy will donate 20% of sales when you mention Decatur Bulldogs. (Applies to all dine-in and to-go orders.)
Thursday, Oct. 6
4:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
North Decatur Square
Bulldog Hoodies Are Here!
Hats, tees, polos, flags and more – check out all our Bulldog spirit wear online.
Next DBB Meeting: Oct. 10
DBB is made up of parents and guardians who plan fun events to support Bulldog athletics, and we’re always looking to expand our team. Join us at our next meeting in the DHS Performing Arts Center (PAC) hospitality suite at 6:30 p.m.
Next PTSA Meeting
DHS SLT News
Next SLT Meeting
DISTRICT NEWS
Superintendent Search
Thank you to everyone that attended the Superintendent Search input sessions facilitated by GSBA. You can still provide input by participating in the survey linked here.
The survey will close on October 8th.
Community Partner Announcements and Updates
A Season of Giving
A Season of Giving/Christmas Decatur is back to its traditional method of neighbors purchasing gifts directly for local children and seniors!
To apply for assistance, please complete an online application at https://aseasonofgiving.org/application/ by October 28th.
If you have any trouble with the form, questions or concerns, please email us at aseasonofgiving@decaturga.com or leave a message on our voicemail (404.378.8068).
If you do not need assistance, we would love your help!
Donors will purchase gifts from an individual wish list specific to a child (through 8th grade) or senior citizen. If you would like to be a donor, please complete our online form.
If you would like us to do the shopping for you, please donate directly at https://legacydecatur.org/give/ and select A Season of Giving!
City of Decatur
Attention!! All teachers and instructors who are Artists, Actors, Chefs, Scientists, Engineers, and Designers! If you are looking for a Summer opportunity that engages kids and aids in the exploration of kids' interests, look no further. E Camps Summer program will offer a variety of interest each week. Camps are presented in four categories: Cooking, Theatre, STEAM, and Explorations.
If you would like to share your expertise and talents with our participants by facilitating an enrichment camp please use the link below to apply.
Here is the link for the 2022-2023 E-Camp Summer Application: https://decaturga.seamlessdocs.com/f/ECamp2023.
Miles Above Award -- As Mr. Rogers used to say, "Look for the helpers." We honor 'the helpers' through our Miles Above Award, which was established by Sam and Leah Jenness to recognize their son's teacher, Laura Pitts, who acted with extraordinary kindness and bravery in the face of tragedy. Mile's young life was taken too early when he was involved in a fatal car accident in 2018. The Miles Above Award seeks to honor his life and recognize a pre-K-3rd grade teacher, paraprofessional or CSD staff who exhibits extraordinary kindness and compassion towards young students in challenging circumstances. If you would like to nominate someone, please click here: https://forms.gle/pgrLV5zyXGevqkD67
Soiree in the City is coming soon! Are you ready for an occasion to dress up and go out on the town? Come celebrate our 20th Anniversary with us on Saturday, November 12th at one of the hottest new event venues in Atlanta, 42West. We’ll enjoy a seated harvest dinner, live music from Maxwell Street and a full array of cocktails and mocktails. Tickets are now on sale at www.decatureducationfoundation.org/soiree. Business sponsorships are still available! Contact leah@decatureducationfoundation.org for more information.
Meaningful volunteer opportunities available! DEF is seeking volunteers to be tutors and mentors! Tutors are needed to help students from 2nd – 8th grades one hour per week. We are also gearing up to re-launch our AIM Scholars mentoring program in January for which we need 20-30 adult volunteers. If you would like to learn more about these programs and sign up, please visit www.decatureducationfoundation.org/mentoring
MADISON AVE DERBY - REGISTRATION OPEN
DRIVER REGISTRATION DEADLINE
Don’t miss your chance to be a part of one of Decatur's most iconic neighborhood events! The deadline to register to race is October 12th at 5pm. Limited spots are available to race in the Derby - register now!
COME WATCH ON RACE DAY!
Join us as a spectator on Saturday, October 15th for a day of family-friendly fun to watch the race! Check out the full schedule here. Food and beverages available for purchase - all proceeds from this year’s event go to support the Friends of Refugees family literacy program!
Decatur High School
Email: noreply@csdecatur.net
Website: csdecatur.net/DHS
Location: 310 North McDonough Street, Decatur, GA, USA
Phone: 404-370-4170