Georgia First Lady Sandra Deal Shares Love of Reading with Students
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First Lady Sandra Deal delighted Douglas County young readers on a visit to six elementary schools in Douglas County on Thursday, November 1. She is pictured reading to students at Sweetwater Elementary.
Mrs. Deal’s visit was part of a commitment she has made to promote early literacy in every student. “My goal has been and continues to be encouraging children to want to learn to read,” says Mrs. Deal. “I plan to continue my visits to schools as long as I have the opportunity to serve and I hope to visit many of the schools I have not yet been to. Reading is the gift that keeps on giving and education is essential for any student to achieve lifelong success. Knowledge is power, and when we teach students to love reading at an early age, we give them the confidence to acquire that power for the rest of their lives.”
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AHS JROTC Raiders Take State Title!
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Watch the AHS Raiders build a rope bridge, cross it, and then dismantle it in one minute and 37 seconds. AHS had the fastest time on the rope bridge at the state meet.
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The Alexander High School JROTC Cougar Battalion Raiders Mixed Team took home top honors in the state in the Tier 3 Division at the finals held last weekend at Spalding High School in Griffin, GA. The Raiders had a great day at the state competition, taking first place in the fitness challenge, team run, cross country rescue, and rope bridge.
Speaking about the Cougar Battalion, 1SG(ret) Mark Arnold said, “They worked hard from the start of the season when school began to the last day, and they performed well at the meets. I knew they had what it takes to win it all at state. I was expecting them to win it. I’m very proud of each of them and their season. I’m also proud our student leaders, LTC Patrick Phillips and CSM Rickaiya Conyers. It’s very rewarding to see their hard work pay off.”
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Spooky, Fun Surprises Greet Mason Creek Readers
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Media Specialist Diereshe Collins knows how to get students to fall in love with reading. The longtime Mason Creek Elementary School educator transformed the school's Media Center into a castle of surprises as part of Spooky Library Week!
This week, seasonal music and twinkling lights greeted young readers entering the Mason Creek Elementary media center. Flashlights helped eager readers navigate and discover new books in the dimly lit room. Kid-friendly monster decorations, pumpkins, and creepy spiders all added to the spooktacular atmosphere Ms.Collins created.
"We love to celebrate reading all year long, but this week is definitely one of our student favorites," Ms. Collins said. "It is an honor and privilege to be a part of an environment that promotes reading in fun, innovative, creative ways. At Mason Creek, we truly believe that even our spookiest of readers are leaders!"
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Basketball Season Begins!
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Basketball season kicked off with a media day on October 24. Head coaches gave a preview of their upcoming season and introduced key players. Each week we will feature one school.
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Spotlight on: Alexander High School
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Head Coach Dallas Smith begins her first year at the helm for the Lady Cougars. She is expecting big things from her squad this year and knows there will be some growing pains early in the season from a relatively young squad. Coach Smith would like to see some early success and will depend on 10th grader Chole Pollock, 11th grader Shacara Clark, and Senior Jenuwin Drayton to provide the spark needed on offense.
Pictured left to right are: Shacara Clark, Jenuwin Drayton, Coach Smith, and Chloe Pollock.
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The Alexander Boys team will be playing top ranked teams from Alabama as they prepare to open their season in November. Head Coach Jason Slate commented on the need to play a difficult schedule early and build the mental and physical toughness needed to compete in the always tough 5-AAAAAA region. The Cougars will be led by Seniors Brady Spence, Cornelius Hawkins and Malik Battle. Junior Jaylon Brown will provide a spark on the defensive end as the Cougars will apply full court pressure on opposing teams.
Pictured left to right are: Jaylon Brown, Brady Spence, Coach Slate, C.J. Hawkins, and Malik Battle.
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Foundation Fun Run Is Tomorrow!
Proceeds Benefit Students in Douglas County
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You can register
on site
for the seventh annual Foundation Fun Run on Saturday, November 3 at New Manchester High School!
Race times:
9:00 Middle School
9:20 5th Grade
9:40 4th Grade
10:00 3rd Grade
10:20 2nd Grade
10:40 1st Grade
11:00 Kindergarten
11:20 Pre-K
Plan to arrive at least 30 minutes prior to your race!
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Spotlight on:
Arlandrex "CJ" Crowder, Stewart Middle School!
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Final Magnet Program Meeting Takes Place Next Week
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An informational session about the magnet program at Alexander High School is coming up on November 8 at 6:30!
Parents of all middle school students are invited to attend, with a particular emphasis on parents of 8th graders.
For a chart with an application timeline and contact information for the magnet programs at all high schools, please click
here
. The deadline for 8th grade students to apply for magnet programs is December 10, 2018.
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November 3: Superintendent's Gala, Foundation Fun Run, Georgia Gravity Games
November 6: Student Holiday/Teacher Work Day (Election Day)
November 14: Progress Reports
November 19-20: Student and Staff Holidays (Except 240 Employees)
November 21-23: Holidays for All
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You are invited to attend a presentation by Board of Education Vice Chair Michelle Simmons on November 10 at the Lithia Springs Library. She will report on her experience in Ghana last summer as part of the Fulbright-Hayes Group Projects Abroad program.
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Come support the Douglas County High School Blue Steel Drum Line as they defend their 2017 championship in the CADENCE Percussion Challenge!
The best drum sections in metro Atlanta will compete at Douglas County High School on Sunday, November 4, at 3:00. Tickets are $10 in advance or $12 at the door and can be purchased from Mr. Torre Goodson at DCHS or from any DCHS percussionist.
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Day Springs Race Benefits Arbor Station STEM Lab
The annual Day Springs Road Race will take place November 10! Central Baptist Church has selected the STEM Lab at Arbor Station Elementary as the beneficiary this year.
Click below for information and a registration form.
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Check out the opportunities that are listed on our Community Bulletin Board.
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