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Our dedicated 14,500 #DeKalbDifferenceMakers prepare 92,600+ scholars in 138 schools/centers for success as lifelong learners and responsible global citizens!
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Greetings from Metro-ATL! 🌟 Our 14,500+ #DeKalbDifferenceMakers proudly prepare over 92,600 scholars across 135 schools & centers for success as lifelong learners & responsible global citizens. 🎓📚

Follow us to discover #TheDeKalbDifference💙🧡!

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Navigating the Holidays 🫶 #WellnessWednesday

The holidays can bring many emotions. Staying connected, keeping routines & encouraging curiosity can help us support each other during this season. Small, steady moments of care can make a difference.
bit.ly/3RjrL6f

#BeWellDeKalb #TheDeKalbDifference💙🧡
December 17, 2025 at 12:08 PM
🌟 Daily Difference Maker: Nia
A Dunwoody HS senior and BSU president who grew as a leader by communicating openly and working with her peers. Her story highlights the power of collaboration and growth.

📲 Follow us for more #DCSD #DailyDifferenceMakers! 🎉

#TheDeKalbDifference💙🧡 #ForwardTogether
December 17, 2025 at 11:01 AM
📚🎒 #DCSD families are invited to a Pre-K3 & Pre-K4 Virtual Application Support Session on Jan. 21 from 6–7 PM. Learn how to apply, submit documents, and understand next steps in the lottery process.

📲 Register: bit.ly/prek34infoni...

#TheDeKalbDifference💙🧡
December 16, 2025 at 9:20 PM
🎉 The Student Assignment Project (SAP) is helping shape the future of #DCSD schools. From boundaries to programs, we are working to better serve our families & students! 💙🏫🏘️🧡

▶️ Catch up on the Dec. 10 SAP Committee Mtg on #DSTV🎬: bit.ly/4eXi1nf

#TheDeKalbDifference💙🧡
December 16, 2025 at 7:10 PM
🎉 Six #DCSD schools have exited federal improvement designations, marking real progress in student outcomes.

👏 Congrats to Cross Keys HS, Chapel Hill ES, Indian Creek ES, Oak View ES, Towers HS, and Woodridge ES.

📰 More in #DCSDNews ➡️ bit.ly/44uko3x

#TheDeKalbDifference💙🧡
December 16, 2025 at 4:05 PM
💬🗣️ District 3 families: Join BOE Chair Deirdre P. Pierce for Dialogue with Deirdre on Dec. 16, 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM. This virtual session includes updates on school highlights, safety, operations, cluster breakouts, and the Student Assignment Project.

Register: bit.ly/D3D32025

#TheDeKalbDifference💙🧡
December 16, 2025 at 2:41 PM
❄️ Winter Break is almost here, #DCSD families!

📅 Dec. 19 – Last day of the semester
📅 Dec. 22 – Jan. 2 – Winter Break
📅 Jan. 6 – First day of the second semester

Wishing our students, staff, and families a safe, restful, and joyful break. ✨

#TheDeKalbDifference💙🧡
December 16, 2025 at 12:48 PM
🌟 Daily Difference Maker: Jack
A Dunwoody High School senior who turned a challenging AP Calculus experience into growth through collaboration and communication. His reflection and perseverance represent #TheDeKalbDifference💙🧡.

#DailyDifferenceMakers #ForwardTogether
December 16, 2025 at 11:49 AM
📣 #DCSD NEWSLETTER! The December 15, 2025 ed. of The DCSD Weekly Digest is here! Stay Connected and Stay Informed: bit.ly/4rZPF8t.

#TheDeKalbDifference💙🧡
December 15, 2025 at 10:07 PM
📢 #DCSD is collecting community input for the FY27 Public Budget. 💰🏫 Share your voice and help guide district priorities.

📲 Complete the survey by February 13, 2026: survey.sogolytics.com/r/NJ7MYV

#TheDeKalbDifference💙🧡
December 15, 2025 at 8:12 PM
🏆 The #DCSDAthletics 2025-26 weekly calendar for Dec 15 – Dec 20!

Sports this week:
🏀 Varsity, JV, MS Basketball
🤼 Varsity, JV, MS Wrestling
🏊‍♀️ Varsity Swim & Dive
🎯 HS Riflery
💃🕺 HS Dance

📅 Schedule: bit.ly/3TOT356.

#TheDeKalbDifference💙🧡
December 15, 2025 at 6:42 PM
🎉 CONGRATS to our new Swag Bag winner, Scott F. McCulley! He is one of our newest Threads followers and was selected to receive an official DCSD Difference Maker Swag Bag.

📲 Follow us to celebrate our #DailyDifferenceMakers and see who wins next!
#TheDeKalbDifference💙🧡 #ForwardTogether
December 15, 2025 at 5:36 PM
💬🗣️ District 3 families: Join BOE Chair Deirdre P. Pierce for Dialogue with Deirdre on Dec. 16, 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM. This virtual session includes updates on school highlights, safety, operations, cluster breakouts, and the Student Assignment Project.

Register: bit.ly/D3D32025

#TheDeKalbDifference💙🧡
December 15, 2025 at 3:12 PM
✨ It’s the final week of the semester and the week before Winter Break. 🙌

This #MotivationalMonday, let’s stay focused, support one another, and set the tone for the week.

Students and staff, let’s make this week a strong finish to a great first semester! 💪

#TheDeKalbDifference💙🧡
December 15, 2025 at 12:21 PM
The December 2025 edition of THE BOARD REPORT is here! 📰✨ This monthly newsletter keeps DCSD employees, parents/guardians, and community and business members informed of the Board of Education’s work in support of the district’s vision: bit.ly/3RyD4Mq
December 12, 2025 at 9:51 PM
🌟 Daily Difference Maker: Fareeda!
A Kingsley Elementary 5th-grader who helped create a robot hand through Book Club and hopes to become a doctor one day. Her curiosity and creativity represent the #TheDeKalbDifference💙🧡.

📲 Follow us to meet more #DCSD students & staff #DailyDifferenceMakers! 🎉
December 12, 2025 at 11:55 AM
🌅 Join us in January for #ForwardTogether Forums with Interim Superintendent Dr. Sauce. Hear themes from his entry survey and share your voice as we shape the path ahead for #DCSD.

Clarkston 1/8 • Columbia 1/13 • Cross Keys 1/21 • MLK Jr. 1/27
🕕 6–7:30 PM
#IStandWithDCSD #TheDeKalbDifference💙🧡
December 11, 2025 at 10:08 PM
#DeKalbCARES! 💙🤝🧡 We equip staff & students with tools to prevent, deescalate & repair conflict. 🫶 Through Verbal De-Escalation & Restorative Practices, we're calming classrooms & restoring relationships.

Brighter schools start with CARES! dekalbschoolsga.org/dekalbcares

#TheDeKalbDifference💙🧡
December 11, 2025 at 3:26 PM
🌟 Daily Difference Maker: Ms. Lydia Atubeh!
The DECA Art Teacher who uplifts student creativity through Yearbook, Art Club, National Arts Honor Society, and national showcases!

📲 Follow us for more #DailyDifferenceMakers! 🎉

#TheDeKalbDifference💙🧡 #ForwardTogether
December 11, 2025 at 11:20 AM
🌟 Help Us Improve! 🌟 We want to hear from YOU! 🗣️

Take the Family Friendly Schools Survey today and help us build welcoming, supportive schools. 🏡🤝🏫

👉 English: bit.ly/ENGFFS
👉 Spanish: bit.ly/FFSSP

📅 Survey closes Dec 19, 2025!

#FamilyFriendlySchools #FamilyEngagement #TheDeKalbDifference💙🧡
December 10, 2025 at 10:06 PM
🎁 Give the gift of presence this season: real connection, focused time, and simply being there. Whether you’re sharing a quiet moment or stepping in to give someone time to rest, your presence can be a lasting present. ✨
#WellnessWednesday #BeWellDeKalb #TheGiftofPresence #TheDeKalbDifference💙🧡
December 10, 2025 at 8:57 PM
🌟 Community Partner Spotlight: 100 Black Men of DeKalb County! 🌟 Since 1991, they have supported DCSD students through mentorship, training, and leadership development, remaining a powerful presence for our youth.

🔷 Partner with us: bit.ly/DCSD-Partners

#TheDeKalbDifference💙🧡 #TheDeKalbVillage
December 10, 2025 at 7:21 PM
📢 #DCSD is collecting community input for the FY27 Public Budget. 💰🏫 Share your voice and help guide district priorities.

📲 Complete the survey by February 13, 2026: survey.sogolytics.com/r/NJ7MYV

#TheDeKalbDifference💙🧡
December 10, 2025 at 5:35 PM
🌟 Daily Difference Maker: Caleb!
This Kingsley Elementary 4th-grader values learning about different cultures & has big dreams, from the NBA to running a business.

📲 Follow us to meet more #DCSD students and staff who make a difference.
#DailyDifferenceMakers #TheDeKalbDifference💙🧡 #ForwardTogether
December 10, 2025 at 2:16 PM
📣 #DCSD NEWSLETTER! The December 9, 2025 ed. of The DCSD Weekly Digest is here! Stay Connected and Stay Informed: bit.ly/3KH5hwk.

#TheDeKalbDifference💙🧡
December 9, 2025 at 10:32 PM