Career Expo Introduces 8th and 9th Graders to
Fast Growing Career Fields
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Career minded Douglas County eighth and ninth graders got a jump-start on career planning by attending the In-Demand Career Expo. The Douglas County Chamber of Commerce, along with the Douglas Economic Development Authority, hosted the Career Expo October 25 and 26 for students to learn about the growing cross-section of high demand jobs available after graduation. This one of a kind career fair connected students with employers and career opportunities available to them in the future.
Employees and sponsors from GreyStone Power, RA-LIN, Cole-Hil Architecture, Douglasville Police, Douglas County Sheriff’s Office, West Georgia Technical College, Georgia Highlands College, the Douglas County CVB, FAME Internet Marketing, and many others wowed students through presentations about high demand opportunities available throughout the state.
Mandy Johnson, Director of College and Career Programs, says: “The school system partnered with the Chamber of Commerce and the Douglas County Economic Development Authority to assist students as they explore careers and in-demand occupations. We designed this interactive event so that every student will have the opportunity to explore career opportunities and reap the rewards of working in an in-demand field.”
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Organizers set up the educational event to feel like a bustling trade show. Students spent a short period with representatives from dozens of career fields. During their time at each booth, students asked company representatives relevant questions about salaries and educational requirements.
The In Demand Career Expo will continue February 1, 2019, for ninth graders in their spring semester freshman seminar class.
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DCHS Students Treat Preschoolers to Holiday Fun
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LEAP preschoolers at Douglas County High School were treated to carnival activities and trick or treating on October 31. High school students in the Early Childhood Education classes coordinated face painting and games, and several DCHS athletes read with the students and assisted them throughout the day. LEAP students who are not able to talk used assistive technology devices to speak for them and say "trick or treat." The office staff at DCHS doled out candy to all preschoolers.
LEAP is the Douglas County School System program for preschoolers with a variety of special needs. LEAP preschool classrooms are composed of students with and without special needs. The LEAP classes are housed in several schools throughout the county.
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ASP Programs Celebrate with Special Events
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After School Programs throughout Douglas County celebrated ASP's vital role in the community with a Lights On Afterschool event. Held the week of October 25, the nationwide rally included support from students, parents, educators, businesses, and community leaders. The rally was one of more than 8,000 similar celebrations held across the nation to emphasize the importance of keeping the lights on and the doors open after school.
During the Lights On Afterschool event, every Douglas County site hosted a series of family fun activities. Factory Shoals hosted a talent show, while Mason Creek Middle School hosted a spelling bee and poster contest. At the elementary school level, Mount Carmel, Lithia Springs and Beulah worked on STEM Projects designed to excite students and parents about science and technology.
All of the After School Programs in the Douglas County School System are registered with Bright from the Start, a department of the Georgia Department of Early Care and Learning. ASP operates from 3:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. Monday through Friday.
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Students at Arbor Station Elementary decorated pumpkins during ASP. In addition to providing a childcare service for parents, ASP programs offer enrichment activities and homework help for students.
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Yeager Middle School students worked on art projects during the "Lights On Afterschool" celebration.
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Douglas County High School Advances to State Football Playoffs!
Good luck to coaches and players on the Douglas County High School football team as they host Habersham Central in the first round of the AAAAAA playoffs tonight at 7:30! Let's support our Tigers!
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Four Cheerleading Teams to Compete for State Titles!
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Competitive cheerleading squads from Douglas County showed off at the regional competition last Saturday! Alexander, Chapel Hill, and Lithia Springs took home first place in their region. Douglas County placed third.
All of the teams will advance to the state competition in Columbus, GA, this weekend. Douglas County will begin competition on Friday and the other teams on Saturday. We wish all of the teams the very best of luck!
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Alexander High School, First Place in Region 5 AAAAAA
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Chapel Hill High School, First Place in Region 5 AAAA
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Lithia Springs High School, First Place in Region 6 AAAAA
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Douglas County High School, Third Place in Region 5 AAAAAA
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Basketball Spotlight on: Chapel Hill High School
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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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New faces will be on the court as Chapel Hill begins its season. Head Coach Amber Lee will count on post player Nicole Paul for rebounding and scoring. Sophomore Savannah Howard also looks for varsity playing time this year.
"While the team is young, I expect us to be competitive and play well in the region," said Coach Lee.
Pictured left to right are: Nicole Paul, Coach Lee, and Savannah Howard.
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Head Coach Ken Austin knows that the hard work on the practice floor will pay off now that the season has started. The fact that the team has an all-senior starting five is an asset for Chapel Hill. Seniors Kingsley Okoi, Tre Rea, Mark Pinkney, Dah Shaun Whitlock and Brandon Williams will be looking for wins early and often.
Pictured left to right are: Coach Ricky Weathersby, Mark Pinkney, De'Shun Whitlock, Tre Rea, Coach Ken Austin, Brandon Williams, Kingsley Okoi, and Coach Antonio Brown.
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Spotlight on:
Ty Bradford, Bill Arp Elementary School!
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School Psychologists Help Students Reach Potential
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School Psychology Awareness Week is November 12-18 and highlights the important work school psychologist and other educators do to help all students thrive. Douglas County is fortunate to have a group of dedicated professionals who care about every student.
They apply expertise in mental health, learning, and behavior to help children and youth succeed academically, socially, behaviorally, and emotionally.
Pictured front row: Dominique Walker, Jessica Miller, Amanda Paulino, and Jammie Johnson. Back row: Barbara Sisco, Jennifer Edwards, Caitlin Harris, Shane Avery, Morgan Cannon, and Naia Oden. Not pictured are Preston Woods and Dedria Johnson.
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November 14: Progress Reports
November 19 and 20: Student and Staff Holidays (Except 240 Employees)
November 21-23: Holidays for All
December 20: Student Staff Holiday (Except 240 Day Employees)
December 21-January 1: Holidays for All
January 2: Student Holiday; Teacher Work Day; All Staff Returns
January 3: Second Semester Begins; Students Return
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The NMHS FAME Dance Department presents "And Then There Were 5", the annual Senior Dance Concert on Friday November 9 at 7pm in the New Manchester High School Fine Arts Theater. Tickets are $7 for students and $10 for adults and can be purchased at the door. All DCSS 8th graders receive one free ticket! Come out and see this amazing presentation.
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You are invited to attend a presentation by Board of Education Vice Chair Michelle Simmons on Saturday, 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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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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The deadline to apply for Principal 4 A Day has been extended until November 15!
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Kick off your season of Thanksgiving with a Dinner Concert on November 17! Delight in the beautiful sounds of the Alexander High School Mastery Choir and enjoy a delicious dinner. Proceeds from the event's silent auction will help fund the choral group's upcoming trip to NYC where they will perform in Carnegie Hall! Purchase tickets
here
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Check out the opportunities that are listed on our Community Bulletin Board.
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