Superintendent’s Letter on School Safety & Social Media
Letter to DCSD Families from Supt. Horton Concerning School Safety & Social Media Dr. Devon Q. Horton, Superintendent September 6, 2024 Dear DeKalb [...]
Talking to Children About Violence
Tips for Families and Educators
DCSD Response to Barrow County Tragedy
September 5, 2024 Dear DeKalb County School District Community, The DeKalb County School District (DCSD) and Board of Education extend our deepest condolences to Apalachee [...]
Columbia Middle & Lakeside High Earn ‘School of Excellence’ National PTA Titles
Columbia Middle School and Lakeside High School have been honored with the 2023-2025 School of Excellence designations for fostering strong partnerships between families [...]
School Expo
September 28, 2024
School Choice Open Enrollment
Applications Dates 25-25 School Year
DCSD Welcomes Five New Principals
MORE SCHOOL LEADERS ANNOUNCED: DCSD Welcomes Five New Principals The DeKalb County School District (DCSD) announces the appointment of five new additional [...]
Hispanic Heritage Fiesta
¡Viva La Cultura! Get ready for one of the most vibrant celebrations of the year—the 2024 Hispanic Heritage Fiesta! Immerse yourself in cultural activities, savor [...]
District Town Hall Meetings
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Weapons Detection Systems Expanded to Sports Facilities and More Schools
All DCSD Football Home Games to Use Technology Beginning Tonight (STONE MOUNTAIN, GA)— The DeKalb County School District (DCSD) enhances safety for the 2024-25 [...]
Advisory Committee Applications Close
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20 New Principals Appointed for 2024-2025 School Year
(STONE MOUNTAIN, GA) - The DeKalb County School District (DCSD) announces the appointment of 20 inspiring new principals who will lead their respective schools to [...]
Free Meal Program Expanded to 105 Schools
(STONE MOUNTAIN, GA) — More DeKalb County School District (DCSD) students will be able to enjoy breakfast and lunch for free during the 2024-25 [...]
Superintendent Appointed to Inaugural Homeland Security School Safety Advisory Board
Dr. Horton joins a prestigious group of national security experts and education leaders (STONE MOUNTAIN, GA)— The DeKalb County School District (DCSD) proudly announces [...]
Commitment to Continuing AP African American Studies in Schools
DCSD Commits to Continuing AP African American Studies In Its Schools; Superintendent Says It Reflects Community’s Diverse History and Culture (STONE MOUNTAIN, GA)— Today, [...]
Student Assignment Project Unveiled ; Advisory Committee Application Opens
(STONE MOUNTAIN, GA)—The DeKalb County School District (DCSD) is pleased to announce the launch of its website with details of its Student Assignment Project (SAP) [...]
Back To School Rally 2024
Join us, all DCSD families, as we celebrate a new school year!
Back To School Rally 2024
Familias de DCSD, ¡Únanse a nosotros, para celebrar un nuevo año escolar!
DCSD Celebrates the Appointment of 20 New Principals for the 2024-25 School Year
(STONE MOUNTAIN, GA)- The DeKalb County School District (DCSD) announces the appointment of 20 inspiring new principals who will lead their respective schools to New [...]
DCSD Superintendent Appointed to Inaugural Homeland Security School Safety Advisory Board
Dr. Horton joins a prestigious group of national security experts and education leaders (STONE MOUNTAIN, GA)— The DeKalb County School District ((STONE MOUNTAIN, GA)— The [...]
Commitment to Continuing AP African American Studies In Its Schools
DCSD Commits to Continuing AP African American Studies In Its Schools; Superintendent Says It Reflects Community’s Diverse History and Culture (STONE MOUNTAIN, GA)— Today, DeKalb [...]
Student Assignment Project Unveiled; Advisory Committee Application Window Opens
(STONE MOUNTAIN, GA)—The DeKalb County School District (DCSD) is pleased to announce the launch of its website with details of its Student Assignment Project (SAP) [...]
DeKalb County Board of Education Approves FY25 Budget that Highlights Commitment to Staff and Community; Decreases Millage Rate
(STONE MOUNTAIN, GA)- On June 24, the DeKalb County Board of Education (DCBOE) approved the Fiscal Year 2025 (FY25) budget, demonstrating a strong commitment to [...]
DCSD Partners with Georgia Aquarium to Dive Deep into STEM Education
(STONE MOUNTAIN, GA)- The DeKalb County School District (DCSD) proudly announces the DeKalb County Board of Education’s approval at its Regular Business meeting on June [...]
Highly Competitive Compensation Package Rollout to Attract and Retain Superior Talent
The Color of Success Summer Job Fair is at Columbia MS on Thursday, June 13 (STONE MOUNTAIN, GA)- The DeKalb County School District (DCSD) proudly [...]
DeKalb County Property Reassessments Up; DCSD Announces Public Meetings to Maintain Current Millage Rate
Three Hearings with Public Comment Set for June 17 and June 24, 2024 (STONE MOUNTAIN, GA)- Georgia law deems an increase in the property tax [...]
Board Approves Contract Extension for Superintendent Dr Devon Horton
(STONE MOUNTAIN, GA)– Following an Executive Session today at its Two-Day Board Retreat, the DeKalb County Board of Education unanimously approved a two-year extension for [...]
GaDOE Lauds 8 DCSD Students Recognized as Georgia Scholars for 2024
(STONE MOUNTAIN, GA)- The DeKalb County School District (DCSD) proudly announces that eight high school seniors were named Georgia Scholars for 2024. In all, 177 [...]
DCSD Students to Showcase Films at 6th Annual DeKalb County Student Film Festival
(STONE MOUNTAIN, GA) – The DeKalb County School District (DCSD), in partnership with the DeKalb Entertainment Commission, is hosting the 6th Annual DeKalb County Student [...]
Overwhelming Return of Educators for the 2024-2025 School Year Celebrated
98% of Certified Staff Sign Contracts; Retention and Recruitment Incentives Credited (STONE MOUNTAIN, GA) - The DeKalb County School District (DCSD) proudly [...]
IGNITE DeKalb Teacher Residency Program Expanded
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16 DCSD Schools Exit the CSI, Promise, and TSI Improvement Lists
(STONE MOUNTAIN, GA) – In 2022, twenty-five (25) DeKalb County Schools were identified as Comprehensive Support and Improvement (CSI) Lowest 5%, CSI Promise, or Targeted [...]
Transporation Delays Expected Due to Carter Memorial Service Tomorrow
(STONE MOUNTAIN, GA) – The DeKalb County School District (DCSD) has been informed that transportation delays are expected at four (4) schools tomorrow due to [...]
IGNITE DeKalb Teacher Residency Program Launches
Media Release: Amharic | Arabic | Bengali | Dari | English | French | Hindi | Karen | Nepali | Pashto | Somali | Spanish [...]
DCSD Safety Fair with Giveaways and Demonstrations
(STONE MOUNTAIN, GA) – This Saturday, the DeKalb County School District (DCSD) is hosting its inaugural Department of Family and Community Empowerment Safety Fair, which [...]
DeKalb County Schools’ 4-Year Graduation Rate Slightly Decreases
The DeKalb County School District’s (DCSD) four-year graduation rate for the Class of 2023 is 75.77%, based on data from the Georgia Department of [...]
GaDOE Celebrates Title 1 Schools for Academic Achievement & Improvement
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DCSD Townhall Meetings-Hosted by Superintendent and BOE
(STONE MOUNTAIN, GA) – The DeKalb County School District (DCSD) is pleased to announce two upcoming town hall meetings led by DCSD Superintendent Dr. Devon [...]
