Douglas County School System

2026 DCSS Scholastic Chess Championship Set for May 2

The 2026 DCSS Scholastic Chess Championship will take place on May 2 at 10 a.m. at Brighten Academy. All K-12 students are welcome to participate.

Registration is $15 and the deadline to enter is April 30.

Visit https://turnerms.revtrak.net/Student-Fees/#/v/Chess-Tournament to register.

Contact James Lynn at james.lynn@dcssga.org for more information.

FAME Star Summer Visual and Performing Arts Camp Registration

Registration is open for New Manchester High School's FAME Star Summer Visual and Performing Arts Camp. Choose the Performing Arts Pathway or the Visual Arts Pathway. Each session this year will be a one-week session where children ages 6-18 can create, produce, and perform their very own musical right on the Main Stage. Or choose the Visual Arts Pathway for ages 11-15, where you will learn skills in painting, drawing, digital art and mixed media.

To learn more, visit https://nmhs.dcssga.org/o/nmhs/page/star-summer-conservatory

Chapel Hill High Presents Between The Lines

Chapel Hill High School presents "Between The Lines" April 2-3. 

For tickets, visit https://chapelhillhs.revtrak.net/clubs-and-activities/#/list

Celebrating School-Based SLP Week

Governor Brian Kemp has proclaimed March 16-22 as School-based SLP Week in Georgia. DCSS joins in honoring our dedicated team of speech-language pathologists who make a difference every day in the lives of students with communication needs.

Alexander FFA Hosting  11th Annual Spring Plant Sale April 2-4

The 11th Annual Alexander FFA Spring Plant Sale runs April 2-4 from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the AHS greenhouse. Great plants at low prices, all grown by your local FFA members at Alexander High School. Visit the AHS FFA Facebook page or email ryan.bragg@dcssga.org for more information.

Important Upcoming Events

Is your child making the move from elementary to middle school next year? Douglas County School System has an event designed to make that transition smoother for the whole family.

🏫 5th to 6th Grade Orientation 📅 May 12 | 5:30–7:30 p.m.

Save the date and refer to your child's school for more details and upcoming information. Visit www.dcssga.org to stay connected.

Alexander High Presents Charlie and the Chocolate Factory

Alexander High School presents "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory" March 13-15 and March 20-22.

For tickets, visit https://events.ticketleap.com/tickets/ahspab/charlie

Douglas County High Presents Puffs (Two-Act for Young Wizards)

The Douglas County High School Department of Theatre proudly presents Puffs (Two-Act for Young Wizards) March 13 and 14 at 7 p.m. and March 15 at 2 p.m. 

Tickets are $7 for adults and $5 for students. DCSS employees receive one complimentary ticket with their system ID badge.

Purchase tickets at: https://douglascountyhs.revtrak.net/special-events/#/v/one-act-play-school-musical-

🏅 Mark your calendars! The Douglas County Special Olympics is coming up April 1 at New Manchester High School! 🎉

The event runs from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., with an opening ceremony planned for 10:30 a.m. Rain date is April 2.

👕 Want to order a T-shirt? Head to the link below!

🔗 https://dcssspecialolympics.revtrak.net/

#DCSSProud #GreatnessGrowsHere

DCSS Celebrates National Social Work Week

This week, we celebrate National School Social Work Week. This week is a time to recognize and appreciate the profound impact our school social workers have on our school community. Our school social workers tirelessly provide emotional support, guidance and resources that enhance our students’ academic and personal growth by developing strategies for overall student well-being.

📣 You're Invited! 2nd Annual Shape the Future Transition & Resource Fair

The Douglas County School System's Program for Exceptional Children Department is hosting our 2nd Annual Shape the Future Transition and Resource Fair — and we want YOUR family there!

This free event connects families and students with IEPs or Section 504 Plans to valuable resources for now and the future.

Meet vendors and programs offering information on:
✅ Postsecondary Institutions (Accessibility Support Services)
✅ Georgia Vocational Rehabilitation Agency
✅ Roosevelt Warm Springs
✅ Bobby Dodd Institute
✅ Assistive Technology
✅ Behavior Support
✅ Vocational Training Programs
✅ Guardianship
✅ Medicaid Waivers
✅ Special Needs Preschool
✅ Recreational Programs & Camps
✅ Residential & Day Programs
✅ Guest Speakers
✅ Douglas County Probate Court
✅ And More!

📅 Thursday, March 19, 2026
🕓 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM

📍 Legacy Arena | 9030 Hwy 5, Douglasville, GA 30134

🎁 Door Prizes | 👜 Clear Bag Policy | 🌐 Language Support Available

No Registration Required — Just Show Up!

Questions? Call 770-651-6496 or email alena.tappin@dcssga.org

📄See the attached flyers in English, Spanish, Haitian Creole and Russian for more information.

Douglas County School System Hosting Community Strategic Planning Meetings

The Douglas County Board of Education will hold a series of community meetings as part of the district's five-year strategic improvement plan process. All meetings will be held in the media center of the host school at 6:00 p.m.

The first meeting will be held March 4, 2026, at Douglas County High School, followed by meetings on March 17, 2026, at Lithia Springs High School; March 19, 2026, at New Manchester High School; March 23, 2026, at Mirror Lake Elementary School; and March 24, 2026, at Alexander High School.

DCSS Launches Festival of the Arts on April 18

🎨🎶 The Douglas County School System is launching its inaugural Festival of the Arts — and we want you to be part of it!

Join us Saturday, April 18 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Legacy Arena GA for a day of creativity, student talent and community fun featuring live performances in dance, choral music and drama, student art exhibits, a blacklight experience, make-and-take tables, hands-on STEM activities and food trucks.

🎟️ Admission for school age and younger is free. Tickets for college age and over are $5 per person or $10 for a family pass and can be purchased at https://www.vancoevents.com/us/DPBX

🚌 All parking is located at two off-site locations — Douglas County High School and West Douglas Park and Ride on Douglas Boulevard — with complimentary shuttle service running continuously throughout the event. All events are cashless. Clear bag policy and prohibited items list will be strictly enforced.

ℹ️ For more information, visit the full story:
https://www.dcssga.org/article/2786233

🛒 Interested in being a vendor? Submit your vendor interest form at the link below and a representative will follow up with additional details, including costs and next steps.
👉 https://forms.gle/17NnDcJKeBQLMDoj8

🎓DCEF Scholarship Deadline Extended — Apply by March 13

The Douglas County Education Foundation (DCEF) has extended the 2026 Scholarship application deadline to Friday, March 13 at 11:59 p.m.

Scholarships are available to graduating seniors from all five DCSS high schools, including the new Microsoft STEM Scholarships. 💻

Students are encouraged to review eligibility requirements and apply as soon as possible. ⏰

🔗 Apply here: https://dcef.dcssga.org/o/dcef/page/available-scholarships

#GreatnessGrowsHere #DCSSProud #DCEFScholarships

FAME NMHS Theatre Presents  'The Prince of Egypt' Feb. 26-28

The FAME NMHS Theatre proudly presents its upcoming production of "The Prince of Egypt" for a limited three-night engagement Feb. 26-28. Performances will begin nightly at 6:30 p.m.

Tickets are available online now at: https://www.vancoevents.com/us/DOSH

Winter Break Ahead! ☀️

Douglas County Schools will be closed 𝐅𝐞𝐛. 𝟏𝟔-𝟐𝟎. Classes resume 𝐌𝐨𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐲, 𝐅𝐞𝐛. 𝟐𝟑. Enjoy the break, everyone! 📚

#DCSSProud #GreatnessGrowsHere #WinterBreak #DouglasCounty

DCSS 8th Grade Passport to Success Set for Feb. 12 at Legacy Arena

The DCSS 8th Grade Passport to Success will take place on Thursday, Feb. 12 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Legacy Arena. This annual event gives eighth-graders a chance to explore career pathways, tour career opportunities and imagine a career. See the attached flyer for more details.

🎓 DCSS Celebrates National School Counseling Week 💙

This week marks National School Counseling Week, and DCSS is recognizing the school counselors who guide students through academic challenges, personal growth and the ups and downs of school life.

Thank you to all our counselors for the difference you make in our students' lives every day.

#NationalSchoolCounselingWeek #GreatnessGrowsHere #DCSSProud