The vision of DeKalb County School District is to inspire our community of learners to achieve educational excellence. Our mission is to ensure student success, leading to higher education, work, and life-long learning. We are making this vision and mission a reality – every day, even virtually, throughout the District.
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STUDENT SUPPORT
Social-emotional support and guidance activity will be
provided by school counselors, social workers, psychologists,
teachers and other staff through the virtual platform.
Interpretation and translation support will be available for
families to help navigate the academic environment.
SAFETY & HEALTH
Prevention tips will be shared by school nurses
and school staff. Data regarding COVID19
cases will be monitored and reported to the
DeKalb Board of Health for guidance.
TECHNOLOGY ACCESS
The District will provide students access to
technology (Chromebooks and access points)
to facilitate the learning process.
CLEANING
Materials have been provided and protocol
will be shared and followed for appropriate
cleaning techniques, based on guidance from
the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention,
Georgia Department of Public Health and
DeKalb Board of Health.
VIRTUAL LEARNING/ACADEMICS
Leaders, teachers, and support personnel will
participate in professional learning to reinforce
readiness for distance remote learning as they
prepare synchronous and/or asynchronous lessons
for students that are rigorous and engaging.
PARENT & FAMILY ENGAGEMENT
Parents, guardians and families will have
the opportunity to participate in virtual
empowerment workshops that will
provide support while working with
students in the digital space.
MEAL SERVICE
Meal service will be provided for students
(bus routes, curbside pick-up).
COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIPS
The District will continue to collaborate with
community partners to provide wraparound
services for students and families.