December 16, 2024
Celebrating Outgoing Board Members
The final DeKalb County Board of Education Regular Meeting of 2024 concluded with heartfelt tributes on December 9 as three dedicated Board members prepared to step down. Surrounded by colleagues, staff, and community members,…–> Read More
December 9, 2024
CCRPI Scores Reveal Significant Growth
The 2024 College and Career Ready Performance Index scores show that DCSD elementary schools earned a perfect score of 100 in the Closing Gaps component, matching the state average….–> Read More
December 2, 2024
Parent Education Session
The Department of Exceptional Education will host a Virtual Parent Education Session on NOW/COMP and Katie Beckett Waivers. The session speaker will be Parent to Parent of Georgia…–> Read More
November 25, 2024
Idlewood Attendance Boundary Review
DCSD invites all Idlewood Elementary School parents/guardians and community members to attend the Idlewood Attendance Boundary Review meetings. This is an opportunity to engage and provide feedback……–> Read More
November 18, 2024
Top Schools in the State
DCSD proudly announces that two of its schools have achieved the highest honors in the state. According to the latest U.S. News & World Report annual rankings, Kittredge Magnet School and Wadsworth Magnet School for High Achievers have been named the number one and two elementary schools in Georgia, respectively…..–> Read More
November 11, 2024
Math and Literacy Leader Schools
DCSD proudly announces that 40 of its schools have been recognized by the Georgia Department of Education as Math Leaders and Literacy Leaders for the 2023-2024 academic year. This prestigious honor highlights the District’s commitment to academic excellence and dedication to student success in mathematics and literacy….–> Read More
November 4, 2024
DCSD Employees of the Year
Congratulations to the 2024-2025 DCSD Employees of the year, who were recognized District’s Annual Academy of Educational Excellence Awards on November 2!…–> Read More
October 28, 2024
School Choice Open Enrollment
School Choice Open Enrollment for the 2025-26 school year is open until October 31. DCSD offers multiple school options to meet the unique needs…–> Read More
October 21, 2024
A Message from Superintendent Dr. Devon Q. Horton
DCSD will host its second meeting on Druid Hills High School modernization. We’re asking Druid Hills families to attend and provide feedback…–> Read More
October 7, 2024
2024 Graduation Rate Press Conference
Tune into DSTV at 10:30 a.m. to view the press conference about the district’s 2024 graduation rate! …–> Read More
September 30, 2024
DCSD Families,
Due to the chemical lab fire in Conyers and air quality concerns from Rockdale County, the DeKalb County School District (DCSD) is taking precautionary measures to ensure the well-being of our students, staff, and families. While no safety orders have been issued for DeKalb County by the Georgia Environmental Protection Division or the DeKalb County Emergency Management Agency, we believe acting with an abundance of caution is essential under the circumstances…–> Read More
September 23, 2024
Druid Hills HS Modernization Meetings
DCSD will host three meetings on Druid Hills High School modernization. We’re asking Druid Hills families to attend and provide feedback. The first meeting will be held on Monday, September 23, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at Druid Hills High School…–> Read More
September 16, 2024
DCSD Town Hall Meetings
DCSD is hosting a series of Town Hall meetings. The next meeting will take place on Tuesday, September 17, from 6 to 7:30 p.m., at Clarkston High School. The meetings will also be streamed on DSTV….–> Read More
September 9, 2024
School Choice Open Enrollment
School Choice Open Enrollment for the 2025-26 school year begins on October 1. Families have until October 31 to apply. DCSD offers multiple school options to meet the unique needs of all students. Want to learn more….–> Read More
September 3, 2024
School Choice Expo
DCSD will host its School Choice Expo on Saturday, September 28, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Administrative and Instructional Complex in Stone Mountain. All DCSD schools will be on-site to provide information…–> Read More
August 26, 2024
Former Sky Haven Property Update Meeting
DCSD officials will give an update on the former Sky Haven property on Tuesday, August 27, at 6 p.m. at McNair High School. Click here for more information…–> Read More
August 19, 2024
Gifted Education Information Night
Join our Gifted Department for an online info session on Tuesday, August 20, at 6 p.m. to learn about giftedness, the identification process, and how we serve our students…–> Read More
August 13, 2024
DCSD Town Hall Meetings
DCSD will host a series of Town Hall meetings beginning on August 14 at the Administrative and Instructional Complex (AIC) from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Can’t make the August 14 meeting? We have eight additional Town Hall opportunities this fall….–> Read More
August 6, 2024
Welcome Back to School
Welcome back students, families, teachers, and staff! We are excited to kick off the 2024-2025 school year with new levels and new heights to continue to disrupt for excellence….–> Read More
July 30, 2024
Back-to-School 2024
DCSD has created a back-to-school checklist to ensure our students and their families are prepared for the first day of school on August 5. To view more information,….–> Read More