NDES: One School, One Book, One Community
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Students at North Douglas Elementary left for Thanksgiving break with a brand new book in their hands. All students and staff members received their very own copy of
Escape from Mr. Lemoncello's Library. The books were provided with funds from L4GA, a grant from the Georgia Department of Education that supports student literacy learning initiatives for children in Douglas County from birth through grade twelve. Douglas County was one of 38 districts in Georgia that was awarded the $1.6 million grant in 2018.
After the students have read the book at home with their families, teachers will have activities in their classrooms geared around the book, and all students will participate in a school-wide culminating activity. "We chose the book for its appeal across many ages as well as the opportunity for fun learning activities based around the book," said North Douglas Media Specialist Katie Henry. "The book includes puzzles and facts with information about the Dewey Decimal System, which we work on with second through fifth graders, and also mentions other books and authors so that students will be interested in reading those books as well."
Principal Karna Kelly is pictured with an excited group of kindergarten students!
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Brian Jordan Reading Challenge Superstars Earn Fabulous Field Trip!
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Third graders across Douglas County have buckled down on reading this fall as part of the Brian Jordan Reading Challenge. One of the many incentives for the program is a special field trip at the end of each challenge period.
On November 21, the top reader and the most improved reader from each school enjoyed a free field trip with Brian Jordan to the College Football Hall of Fame. The students arrived in style on the Fox South Sports motor coach bus. Students toured the Hall of Fame, tested their football skills on the field, enjoyed interactive exhibits, and worked up an appetite for a Chick-fil-A lunch.
The second challenge period is currently underway and will run until February 11. Good luck to all of our third grade students as they read, read, read!
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Brandon Wilson, a senior at Lithia Springs High School in Douglas County, has been selected as one of two students from Georgia for the 58
th annual U.S. Senate Youth Program, a unique educational experience for outstanding high school students interested in pursuing a career in public service.
In March of 2020, two student leaders from each state will spend a week in Washington, D.C., experiencing their national government in action. Student delegates will hear major policy addresses by senators, cabinet members, officials from the Departments of State and Defense and directors of other federal agencies. They will also meet with the President and a Justice of the U.S. Supreme Court. All transportation, hotel, and meal expenses will be provided by The Hearst Foundations.
In addition to the week-long experience in the nation’s capital, each student delegate will be awarded a $10,000 college scholarship for undergraduate studies, with encouragement to pursue coursework in history and political science.
“I am excited about the $10,000 scholarship, but I’m equally excited about the opportunity to meet so many distinguished government leaders and elected officials,” said Brandon. “I’m particularly looking forward to meeting the senators from our state and representing not only Georgia but also Douglas County on this trip.”
With aspirations to hold elected political office down the road, Brandon plans to attend Morehouse College where he will major in business administration with a minor in religion. After college, he would like to work in a major Atlanta business in preparation for a career in politics.
“I am confident that Brandon will accomplish all of his goals,” said Lithia Springs High School Principal Albert Lindsey. “He has provided tremendous leadership during his time in high school, and I know he will continue in leadership positions throughout his life.”
This was Brandon’s second year to apply for the U.S. Senate Youth Program. For the application process, he was required to take a civics test with questions about history, the U.S. Constitution, and government. Those with the highest scores advanced to a phone interview. Brandon was informed of his selection on December 2.
Brandon currently serves as chair of the Douglas County Youth Commission, a program dedicated to educating young citizens about the importance of being actively conscious of their local government and the opportunities available in the public sector. Participants meet monthly at the Douglas County Courthouse. Past activities have included meeting with judges, attending government meetings, and performing community service. They also plan to help with the 2020 census.
At Lithia Springs High School, Brandon serves as president of both the Student Government Association and Future Business Leaders of America. He is the MCJROTC Battalion Commander and captain of the varsity golf team. His favorite high school classes have been AP Government and AP U.S. History.
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AHS Habitat Chapter to Build Home for Local Veteran
Students Hold Raffles, Yard Sales, and More to Raise $90,000
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Several ambitious, community-minded, big-hearted, hard-working students at Alexander High School have taken on an impressive project that would be daunting to many adults, but these students – some of whom aren’t even old enough to drive – are making it look easy. They’ve formed a Habitat for Humanity chapter and are raising $90,000 to build a home for a local veteran.
Sophomore Sutton Cadman, founder and president of the group, says he was inspired by his god brother to become involved in Habitat for Humanity. “I enjoy working with Habitat and wanted to see this area of service at my school,” explains Cadman. “There wasn’t a school Habitat chapter, so several friends and I started one.”
If all continues to go according to plan, construction on the new home will begin this spring in Veteran’s Place, a subdivision on Chicago Avenue in Douglasville. The student chapter and subdivision are affiliated with NW Metro Atlanta Habitat for Humanity. The subdivision is exclusively for veterans and their families and has space for eight houses; this one will be the fourth. “I want the home we build to benefit a veteran because I believe veterans have been overlooked,” said Cadman. “This is my way to give back to my community and veterans.”
For additional information about the project, contact information, and ideas on how members of the community can help, click
here
for the full article.
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JROTC Spreads the Joy of Reading
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Students in Africa will soon have more to read, thanks to the philanthropic efforts of the Douglas County High School JROTC Tiger Battalion. On October 30, members of the JROTC worked at the Books for Africa facility to sort, organize, and prepare books for shipment to Nigeria.
Books for Africa is a nonprofit organization dedicated to distributing books to students of all ages in Africa, with the goal of ending the book famine in Africa. Last year, Books for Africa shipped 3.3 million books and 55 computers and e-readers containing over 400,000 digital books to 29 countries in Africa.
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Welcome to Basketball Season!
Featured Teams: Douglas County High School
“Ability may get you to the top, but it takes character to keep you there.”
― John Wooden
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On November 6, the school system kicked off the season with a media day. Coaches for the boys and girls teams brought a few stand-out players for photos, and each coach gave a brief preview of the season. Hear what the head coaches at Douglas County High School had to say about their teams.
Pictured below are Alana Gibbs, Coach Forsh, and Dymon Cook. Boys are Jermicheal Mahorn, Jaylen Jackson, Coach Bethea, Omarion Smith, and Omari Fonteno.
Click below for the basketball schedule and come support our players!
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End-of-Course Tests for High School Continue Next Week
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High school students enrolled in the following classes will take End-of-Course (EOC) exams in December. EOCs count as 20% of a student's final grade in the class. We wish all of our test-takers the best of luck as they show what they have learned this semester!
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December 6: Geometry, Sections 1 and 2
December 9: Algebra, Sections 1 and 2
December 10: Economics, Sections 1 and 2
December 11: U.S. History, Sections 1 and 2
December 12: Biology, Sections 1 and 2
December 13: Physical Science, Sections 1 and 2
December 16-17: Make Up Testing
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Macie Cochran recently enrolled at Burnett Elementary School (BUES) where she has already made a big impression! She started school with a bright smile and an attitude to match – jumping in feet first to her work and to making friends. Macie excels in all classes by listening intently and giving thoughtful comments in class and group discussions. She also asks questions that involve creativity, novel ideas, and solutions. Macie is BUES's choice for the Student Spotlight because she shines in everything she does.
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Reminder for 8th Grade Parents:
Deadline to Apply for Magnet Programs Is December 16
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Applications for the magnet programs at all five high schools are due on Monday, December 16, 2019, for the 2020-2021 school year. For the Academy at CCI, students may register for the lottery between January 10, 2020, and January 29, 2020.
Below are links to each school's application or to information about the application process. A link to a timeline and contact information is also below.
The link for the lottery for the Academy at CCI will be posted on the
CCI website beginning January 10.
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December 2-17: EOC Testing in High Schools
December 16: Deadline to Apply for Magnet Programs
December 17-20: Half Day for High School Students
December 20: End of Grading Period
December 23-January 3: Holidays for All
January 6: Teacher Work Day
January 6: BOE Work Session
January 7: Students Return
January 8: Report Cards, All Levels
January 20: Holiday for All
January 21: BOE Meeting
January 28: Science Fair Judging for Middle and High Schools
January 30: Science Fair Awards for Middle and High Schools
January 30: District Spelling Bee
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Enjoy the sounds of the season at these holiday concerts at the Douglas County Courthouse! Talented choral groups from our schools are performing now through December 20.
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Check out opportunities that are available in our area by clicking the Community Bulletin Board below!
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