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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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❄️ Winter Break is here for #DCSD!

📅 December 22, 2025 – January 2, 2026

Wishing students, families, and staff a restful break. We look forward to welcoming students back to class on Tuesday, January 6, 2026.

#TheDeKalbDifference💙🧡
December 19, 2025 at 9:07 PM
🎁 DeKalb Gives 2025 is spreading joy this holiday season.

Led by the School Social Work Department, this annual initiative helped fulfill holiday wish lists for 150 families thanks to the generosity of #DCSD staff and #TheDeKalbVillage.

This is #TheDeKalbDifference💙🧡
December 19, 2025 at 8:20 PM
💖 Saving Our Daughters brought smiles to Stoneview Elementary today with a special doll giveaway.

Moments like these affirm our #DCSD students and highlight the impact of strong community partnerships.

#TheDeKalbDifference💙🧡 #TheDeKalbVillage
December 19, 2025 at 7:23 PM
🌟 Daily Difference Maker: Francisco!
A Dunwoody High senior who leads with inclusion and collaboration. As a vice president of HOPE, he helped bring students from different cultures together through shared events & partnerships.

📲 Follow us for more #DailyDifferenceMakers! 🎉

#TheDeKalbDifference💙🧡
December 19, 2025 at 11:20 AM
☃️ Interim Supt Dr. Norman C. Sauce III shares holiday greetings with the #DCSD community, reflecting on gratitude, collaboration, and the importance of rest & renewal as we close 2025 and prepare for the year ahead.
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#ForwardTogether #IStandWithDCSD #TheDeKalbDifference💙🧡 #DSTV🎬
Dr. Norman C. Sauce III Holiday Card
YouTube video by DeKalb Schools
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December 18, 2025 at 10:00 PM
🌅 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 18, 2025 at 8:36 PM
💙🤝🧡 #DCSD partnered with New Life Community Alliance to distribute food to families this week, supporting students beyond the classroom.

District leaders and volunteers worked together to meet real needs with compassion

📰 Read more: bit.ly/3YAYfwU

#TheDeKalbDifference💙🧡 #ForwardTogether #DCSDNews
December 18, 2025 at 6:35 PM
📚🤝 #DCSD families are invited to our Parent & School Partnership Series supporting academic success and family engagement.

📍 Pleasantdale ES Title I Parent Center
🗓 First session: Jan. 7, 2026

Register: bit.ly/452ngoh

#TheDeKalbDifference💙🧡
December 18, 2025 at 4:21 PM
🌟 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 18, 2025 at 2:07 PM
🌟 Community Partner Spotlight: Atlanta Community Food Bank 🌟 Partnering with DCSD SAFE Centers for monthly food distributions that support families across our district. One recent example took place Tuesday at Redan High School.

#TheDeKalbDifference💙🧡 #TheDeKalbVillage
December 18, 2025 at 1:30 PM
🏆 #DCSD earned the Distinguished Budget Presentation Award from the Government Finance Officers Association, recognizing excellence in transparent, responsible budgeting and financial planning.

📰 Read more and take the FY27 Budget Survey: bit.ly/45hEuOC

#TheDeKalbDifference💙🧡
December 18, 2025 at 12:23 PM
🌟 Daily Difference Maker: Ms. Shannon Abrams
From Human Resources Total Rewards, Ms. Abrams supports employees with professionalism, care and timely follow-through. Her work makes a meaningful impact across #DCSD.

📲 Follow us for more Difference Makers!
#DailyDifferenceMakers #TheDeKalbDifference💙🧡
December 18, 2025 at 10:47 AM
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