Coach Chester Forsh has been a pillar in the Douglas County Community for 50 years!! He was the first black head coach in the Douglas County School System, where is has spent all of the 50 years at Douglas County High School serving as an educator and coach. He began the track program at Douglas County HS, where the team excelled for many years without having a track on the campus. He also began and supported the first girls’ cross-country team in 1979. In the area of track and field he was named Coach of the Year in 1975, 1976 and 1987. He also directed and organized the Special Olympics for over 30 years working with athletes from across the county. Coach Forsh is still serving in the role of educator and head coach of the girls’ varsity basketball team at DCHS. Coach Forsh is black history!

On Wednesday, February 15th, the Douglas County School System took the opportunity to salute its school resource officers on National School Resource Officer Appreciation Day.

The day, which is sponsored by the National Association of School Resource Officers, was designed to “show appreciation for school-based law enforcement officers, and encourages all citizens to show their gratitude with displays of support and personal messages.”

SROs are valuable, essential members of the education community who have a unique assignment. These officers fill a three-part role, serving as informal mentors or counselors, law educators, and law enforcement officers to support the students and communities they serve.

These men and women help provide a safe learning environment for students while also bridging gaps between youth and law enforcement to promote a positive image of law enforcement.

On behalf of the entire Tiger Family,

We salute Officer Jerome Wilson and Officer John Lee.

We are so appreciative of your presence and hard work and the relationships you build.

T H A N K Y O U!

At the recent Superintendent’s Advisory Forum, students were taught the ins and outs of dining etiquette. Nia Brown of Majestic Etiquette welcomed high school and elementary students by instructing them in the finer points of dining etiquette.

The Certified Etiquette Consultant began by demonstrating how to use utensils properly. She then had students incorporate social graces when dining. In each scenario, she helped them gain the confidence to shine. Brown has worked with students of all ages. “Etiquette is important because it helps people engage with others,” said Brown. “In a world where we are all busy and preoccupied with technology, having a personal touch is more important than ever.” As a result, Brown’s lessons set students up for social success. “Etiquette helps us know how to treat others appropriately in any social situation,” said Superintendent Trent North. “I am grateful we can provide students with skills to benefit them the rest of their lives.”

After learning about etiquette, students advised Superintendent North on school issues and activities. They shared ideas on how to make their school and the district stronger.

Advisory sessions occur at the Board of Education Central Office, where students are divided into elementary, middle, and high school groups. Students represent their schools based on recommendations by administrators and other students. They meet with Superintendent North three times over the school year to discuss issues in education.

Pictured from L to R are DCHS Advisory Council representatives:

Alana Andrews, Guest, Gabriel Tolbert, Cameron Camp, and Madeline Martin.

Mrs. Donna Taylor-Fraser, our Speech Language Pathologist, is instrumental in treating speech, language, communication, and swallowing disorders. She also educates families/caregivers and other professionals on how to work with students who receive speech and language services. Thank you, Mrs. Donna Taylor-Fraser for encouraging, nurturing and educating our students at DCHS! You are appreciated!

T H A N K Y O U Crossroads Church for taking the time to stop by DCHS and show the staff love and appreciation! The sweet treat chocolate candy bars were well appreciated by all of us, as there are many chocolate lovers on staff:):):):) It really meant a lot that you thought of the DCHS Tiger Family. A little chocolate goes a long way!

DCHS's very own, Edwin Trejo Balderas, has been named the 2022-2023 STAR Student!! Student Teacher Achievement Recognition (STAR) program honors Georgia’s highest achieving high school seniors and the teachers who have been most instrumental in their academic development. To obtain the STAR nomination, high school students must have the highest score on any single test date of the SAT taken through the November test date of their senior year and be in the top 10 percent or top 10 students of their class based on grade point average. Nominee’s SAT scores must be equal to or higher than the 2022 national average scores on the Evidence Based Reading and Writing and Math sections of the SAT. High school STAR Students compete for system titles; and System STAR Students in turn compete for region-wide honors in the 12 STAR Regions. Region Winners compete for state PAGE STAR scholarships and awards. High school STAR Students are asked to name their STAR Teachers, who continue with their STAR Students at every level of the program. Edwin chose Mr. John Cunningham as his STAR Teacher! Locally, STAR Students and STAR Teachers are honored by their schools and receive special recognition in their communities from one of the more than 172 civic organizations and businesses that serve as local STAR sponsors. On Monday, Edwin and Mr. Cunningham were honored at a luncheon, sponsored by the Rotary Club, at the Douglasville Conference Center along with other STAR Students and STAR Teachers from all the high schools in the Douglas County School System. It is an honor to have Edwin and Mr. Cunningham represent DCHS! We are extremely proud of Edwin, who has received a full scholarship to Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT)!! Congratulations, Edwin!! Congratulations, Mr. Cunningham!!

DCHS IB Student, Claire Riggs, represented DCHS and the county very well by winning 1st Place and Best in Show for her research on "Utilizing Iron Oxide Nanoparticles to Decontaminate Water" at the West Georgia Regional Science Fair, held at the University of West Georgia. Claire presented amazing work and showcased her talent for all to see. Congratulations Claire on a job well done! Your DCHS Tiger Family could not be more proud of your accomplishment!

Congratulations to our Algebra I teachers!! Ms. Michelle Hanna, Ms. Mariam Castillo and Mrs. Barbara Brown had the highest scores in the county on the Georgia End-of-Course (EOC) Assessments. Not only were they celebrated with lunch from Honey Baked Ham, but they also received Amazon Gift Cards for all the hard work and dedication they poured into our students resulting in proficient and distinguished scores. Thank you for all you do!

Remind Link: Enter the number 81010 and Text Message @cb3dh3

Uniform Order information:

If you need a uniform, we will have order forms available for you to fill out. All that will be required is the actual top and bottom. However, coaches recommend that you purchase the sweat-suit at the very least.

Coaches’ Numbers

Coach White 770-598-0028

Coach Forsh 770-630-5169

Coach Quinn 404-867-3275

Track Dues: $100.000 Payments can be made in two installments of $50.00

Dues cover the following: Snacks and Water during meets, Costs of meets, and Medical equipment needed during the season. IF YOU HAVE SERIOUS CONCERNS, PLEASE SEE THE COACHES!

Cole Henry - Cole is always respectful and rarely misses school. He is supportive of his peers, but also speaks up when poor choices are being made around him. Cole is senior and member of the boy's varsity basketball team as well as the JROTC program. Congratulations, Cole on being selected as Student of the Month! We are proud of you!

Mrs. Teresa Wellmaker - Mrs. Wellmaker has great rapport with her students. She pushes them to be better and they love her for it. Mrs. Wellmaker possess a quiet, kind hearted spirit, but her presence is felt throughout the school in her beautification efforts. She is the recipient of a state grant that she and her students planted in the school's courtyard. Congratulations, Mrs. Wellmaker! We appreciate all that you do at DCHS!

Lydia Waters - Mrs. Waters works hard to meet the needs of the students under her care. She is an outstanding educator who cares about her students' progression and education. With a loving smile and a positive attitude, she exudes a passion for her profession. We could not imagine DCHS without her. Congratulations Mrs. Waters!

Devon Key - Mr. Key is very conscientious., hard-working man. When something is not right, he attends to it immediately. He is very responsive to the needs of the faculty and provides whatever they need in a timely manner. Thank you, Mr. Key for always looking out for staff and students. You are appreciated!

SAFETY AND SECURITY...A MESSAGE FROM MRS. PARKS

To maintain the safety of our school community, the Douglas County School System Police Department will continue to implement the use of trained canines from the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office. These skilled dogs will be accompanied by DCSS administrators, and will sniff items in and around our campus. Administrators will take every effort to minimize disruption to the learning process during these searches. Thankfully, the police department has not found any evidence of any violations during our previous searches.

The Douglas County School System will initiate the random unannounced searches in response to our commitment to protect our school community’s health, safety, and welfare. The Douglas County Sheriff’s Office will continue to partner with us in our proactive efforts to maintain a safe environment for our school community. We sincerely desire that nothing illegal or against district policy be recovered during these searches. However, we must remain vigilant to maintain a positive and secure learning environment for Douglas County students. Thank you for supporting us in our efforts to keep our campus safe.

To further aid us in our mission to keep our campus safe, we will institute "Dads on Duty" to help be a beacon of hope for our youth through their presence and mentorship. To further support our children who benefit from additional mentorship, guidance and support we will continue to meet every Thursday morning in our Tiger Focus Group. This group is designed to help children address their social and emotional needs, while aiming to improve student attendance, behavior and academics.

"See it, Say It, Send It" App Launch Allows Students to Anonymously Report Potential Threats

With the addition of a student app, Douglas County students are bringing safety to their fingertips. The added layer of school safety is called See It, Say it, Send It.

Sending a message through the anonymous app is quick and easy. First, students download the See It, Say it, Send It app. From there, students send a video, audio or text message. In their message, they can include anonymous information about potential school violence, drug use or bullying. When students use the app, sharing information with administrators is easier.

The app gives students a voice. Students can share information through the app, and parents can also use the phone or website to submit information. This accessibility allows pertinent information to be shared with those who need to know.

Director of School Discipline and Safety Management James Strong says this technology empowers students.

“See It, Say it, Send it not only empowers our students, but acts as an early warning system,” Strong says. “It facilitates reporting potentially dangerous situations and allows administrators to continue providing the best learning environment. This technology allows us to be more proactive in resolving matters before they ever become an issue.”

The student communications tool reflects the district’s efforts to improve safety in the school community.

“Meeting students where they are is critical,” Superintendent Trent North says. “Board members believe we must offer students a mobile way to interact with our district. Our students live in a digital generation and are redefining how we communicate. This app allows them to share critical information through text, picture messages, or video any time of day.”

Superintendent North encourages students to download the app. Along with school administrators, he sees the app as an additional way for students to share safety concerns.

Students can download the free app from Android, Apple, or Classlink. From there, they can submit a quick or detailed tip and follow the tip’s progress.

To access your students progress reports, report cards, attendance, and grades, click the "Infinite Campus Parent Portal Set Up" link above for directions on registering for a Parent Portal account.

If you need help with Parent Portal, contact the Douglas County Help Desk at parent@dcssga.org or (770) 651-2330.

Click the link below for Instrucciones del portal para padres de Infinite Campus (Espanol)

Do you know your counselor? Your counselor is based upon your last name. The alphabet breakdown is as follows:

Last Names A-D: Shay Barnby; shay.barnby1@dcssga.org

Last Name E-K: Jari Christmas; jari.christmas@dcssga.org

Last Name L-R: Christopher Mason; christopher.mason@dcssga.org

Last Name S-Z: Genobia Babalola; genobia.babalola@dcssga.org

International Baccalaureate Academic Advisor: Suzanne Helms; suzanne.helms@dcssga.org

If you need to meet with your counselor, please schedule an appointment with him/her directly. Signs are posted throughout the school building with the QR code you can scan in order to make an appointment.

Google Class Codes:

Class of 2023 (Seniors): 24efsuw

Class of 2024 (Juniors): xsjkje7

Class of 2025 (Sophomores): 3gfsjgk

Class of 2026 (Freshman): pijk6rs

Parent-Teacher Conferences

Parents, if you would like to meet with your child's teacher, a parent-teacher conference may be scheduled through your child's counselor. Appointment times will be before or after school and may be virtual or in-person.

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When students are present daily, their grades and reading skills often improve—even among those students who are struggling in school. Students who frequently attend school feel more connected to their community and develop strong social skills and friendships, which are important life skills.

High School hours are 8:20-3:25.

Daily attendance is strongly encouraged.

See Mrs. Flanagan in the main office.

Students can complete the Student Parking Application prior to visiting Mrs. Flanagan.

Bring your driver's license and a copy of your insurance and registration.

Cost is $50 and it is payable by cash, check or money order.

Parents, if your child drives to school, then they must have a parking pass.

Click here for the Student Parking Application and Vehicle Registration Form.