Congratulations to our very own Dr. Thomas, who was recently recognized by the Georgia State House of Representatives with a House Resolution celebrating her District Teacher of the Year award! She was also recognized for the incredible work FBLA members do in our community!

Congratulations Dr. T and FBLA! #TOTY2026 @georgiafbla
13 days ago, Serena Robertson
Dr. Thomas Honored

❄️Weather Update: All Activities Canceled This Weekend

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All Douglas County School System activities, including athletic events, are canceled on Saturday, January 31 and Sunday, February 1, 2026.

This decision was made based on weather forecasts and the potential timing for wintry precipitation, which may create unsafe road conditions and hazardous travel.

🔔 We will continue to closely monitor weather conditions throughout the weekend. In the event of any school closure or delay, the Douglas County School System will begin notifying parents and employees immediately using SchoolMessenger.

Details will also be posted immediately on our website at dcssga.org and on our Facebook page. The Douglas County School System will also provide closing or delayed opening information to local news media outlets.

🙏 We appreciate your understanding as we continue prioritizing the safety of our school community.



Todas las actividades del Sistema Escolar del Condado de Douglas, incluyendo eventos deportivos, del sábado 31 de enero y del domingo 1 de febrero del 2026 están cancelados.

Esta decisión se tomó basada en los pronósticos meteorológicos y las posibles precipitaciones invernales, que pueden crear condiciones peligrosas en las carreteras y viajes peligrosos.

Seguiremos vigilando de cerca las condiciones meteorológicas durante todo el fin de semana. En el caso de cualquier cierre o retraso escolar, el Sistema Escolar del Condado de Douglas comenzará a notificar a los padres y empleados inmediatamente usando SchoolMessenger.

Los detalles también se publicarán inmediatamente en nuestro sitio web dcssga.org y en nuestra página de Facebook. El Sistema Escolar del Condado de Douglas también proporcionará información sobre el cierre o retraso de la apertura a los medios de comunicación locales.

Agradecemos su comprensión mientras continuamos priorizando la seguridad de nuestra comunidad escolar.

27 days ago, DCSS
Winter weather graphic with snowy background and icicles. Text reads "Winter Weather" at top, "ALL WEEKEND ACTIVITIES CANCELED" in center, with Douglas County School System logo at bottom.

☀️ DCSS to Reopen Tuesday Following Winter Weather Closure

The Douglas County School System and the Douglas County Emergency Management Agency have been closely monitoring weather and road conditions over the past several days. The winter weather event that caused Monday's closure has moved out of our area, and safer road conditions have returned.

As a result, all schools and offices will resume normal operations on Tuesday, January 27, 2026.

All regular schedules, including before- and after-school activities, will operate as normal. Our administrators and the district operations department will continue to monitor conditions at all schools and will alert us immediately if conditions change.

We sincerely appreciate your patience and understanding as we prioritized the safety of our students and staff. We look forward to welcoming everyone back tomorrow.



☀️ Asunto: El DCSS abrirá el martes después del cierre del Clima Invernal

El Sistema Escolar del Condado de Douglas y la Agencia de Manejo de Emergencias del Condado de Douglas han estado monitoreando de cerca las condiciones climáticas y las carreteras durante los últimos días. El evento de clima invernal que causó el cierre del lunes se ha desplazado fuera de nuestra zona, y las condiciones de seguridad vial han regresado.

Como resultado, todas las escuelas y oficinas reanudarán sus operaciones normales el martes 27 de enero del 2026.

Todos los horarios regulares, incluyendo las actividades de antes y después de la escuela, funcionarán normalmente. Nuestros administradores y el departamento de operaciones del distrito continuarán monitoreando las condiciones en todas las escuelas y nos alertarán inmediatamente si las condiciones cambian.

Agradecemos sinceramente su paciencia y comprensión mientras priorizamos la seguridad de nuestros estudiantes y personal. Esperamos darles la bienvenida mañana.

about 1 month ago, DCSS
Douglas County School System graphic announcing schools reopening Tuesday, Jan. 27, with sunrise gradient background and district logo.

❄️ IMPORTANT: Douglas County Schools to Close Monday, January 26, 2026
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Due to severe winter weather approaching our area, the Douglas County School System will close all schools on Monday, January 26, 2026. All extracurricular and athletic events are also canceled on Monday. Students will not report to school. Only essential employees should report to their locations.

The decision to close the school district on Monday comes after days of careful consideration of National Weather Service (NWS) reports and guidance from Governor Brian Kemp’s current statewide State of Emergency.

To stay informed of updates, we encourage families to check their email, follow our district Facebook page, check dcssga.org for the latest information, and verify that their contact details are up to date in Infinite Campus.

We will continue to monitor weather conditions throughout the weekend and will communicate any changes through these official notification channels.

Expect another update by 6:00 p.m. on Monday, January 26, 2026, regarding the status of Tuesday, January 27, 2026. At that time, we will announce any additional changes to Tuesday’s schedule, as well as any needed adjustments to after-school activities or athletic events.

Thank you for your continued flexibility and understanding as we prioritize both safety during this severe weather event.


Las Escuelas del Condado de Douglas cerrarán el lunes, 26 de enero del 2026.

Debido al clima severo invernal que se acerca a nuestra área, el Sistema Escolar del Condado de Douglas cerrará todas las escuelas el lunes 26 de enero del 2026. Son cancelados también el lunes todos los eventos extracurriculares y deportivos. Los estudiantes no se reportarán a la escuela. Sólo los empleados esenciales deben presentarse en sus localidades.

La decisión de cerrar el distrito escolar el lunes viene después de días de cuidadosa consideración de los informes del Servicio Meteorológico Nacional (NWS) y la orientación del actual estado de emergencia estatal del Gobernador Brian Kemp. 

Para mantenerse informados de las actualizaciones, animamos a las familias a revisar su correo electrónico, seguir nuestra página del distrito en Facebook, consultar dcssga.org para obtener la información más reciente y verificar que sus datos de contacto estén actualizados en Infinite Campus.

Continuaremos monitoreando las condiciones climáticas durante todo el fin de semana y comunicaremos cualquier cambio a través de estos canales oficiales de notificación. 

Espere otra actualización antes de las 6:00 p.m. el lunes, 26 de enero del 2026, con respecto al estado del martes, 27 de enero del 2026. En ese momento, anunciaremos cualquier cambio adicional al horario del martes, así como cualquier ajuste necesario a las actividades después de la escuela o eventos deportivos.  

Gracias por su continua flexibilidad y comprensión mientras priorizamos la seguridad durante este evento de clima severo.

about 1 month ago, DCSS
Douglas County School System winter weather graphic announcing schools closed Monday, Jan. 26, with snowflakes and icy branches in background and district logo.

Message to Families about Possible Severe Weather Conditions

Dear DCSS Family,

The Douglas County School System is working with State and County Emergency Management Officials to monitor the potential for severe winter weather in our area this weekend. At this time, we are canceling all Douglas County School System events for Saturday and Sunday. Legacy Arena will communicate any event changes through its communications channels.

The process of making a decision about school closings or delays involves extensive monitoring of forecasts and road conditions. Decisions are made based on information we receive from several weather forecasting sources, law enforcement, and our Transportation Department's assessments of road conditions across the county.

The Douglas County School System expects to have a decision made by 5 p.m. when possible about any changes to the following school day or adjustments to after-school activities or athletic events. If necessary, we will provide an additional update by 9 p.m. that night. If road conditions change overnight, expect an additional communication by 5 a.m.

When the decision is made to close school or issue delays, the Douglas County School System will begin notifying parents and employees immediately using SchoolMessenger. Details will also be posted immediately on our website at dcssga.org and on our Facebook page. The Douglas County School System will also provide closing or delayed opening information to local news media outlets.

We will continue working to ensure the safety of our students by closely tracking weather conditions. We appreciate your understanding as we continue prioritizing the safety of our school community.




Queridas familias del DCSS,

El Sistema Escolar del Condado de Douglas está trabajando con el Estado y el Condado de Gestión de Emergencias para monitorear el potencial de un clima invernal severo en nuestra zona este fin de semana. Por ahora, cancelamos todos los eventos del Sistema Escolar del Condado de Douglas para el sábado y domingo. El Legacy Arena comunicará cualquier cambio en el evento a través de sus canales de comunicación.

El proceso de toma de decisiones sobre los cierres o retrasos escolares implica un amplio seguimiento de las previsiones y del estado de las carreteras. Las decisiones se toman en base a la información que recibimos de varias fuentes de pronóstico del tiempo, las fuerzas del orden y las evaluaciones de nuestro Departamento de Transporte sobre las condiciones de las carreteras en todo el Condado.

El Sistema Escolar del Condado de Douglas espera tomar una decisión antes de las 5:00 p.m. cuando sea posible sobre cualquier cambio en el día escolar siguiente o ajustes en actividades extraescolares o eventos deportivos. Si es necesario, proporcionaremos una actualización adicional antes de las 9:00 p.m. Si las condiciones de la carretera cambian durante la noche, espere una comunicación adicional antes de las 5:00 a.m.

Cuando se toma la decisión de cerrar la escuela o emitir retrasos, el Sistema Escolar del Condado de Douglas comenzará a notificar inmediatamente a padres y empleados mediante SchoolMessenger. Los detalles también se publicarán inmediatamente en nuestro sitio web en dcssga.org y en nuestra página de Facebook. El Sistema Escolar del Condado de Douglas también proporcionará información sobre cierres o aperturas retrasadas a los medios de comunicación locales.

Continuaremos trabajando para garantizar la seguridad de nuestros estudiantes mediante el seguimiento de las condiciones climáticas. Agradecemos su comprensión mientras continuamos priorizando la seguridad de nuestra comunidad escolar.

about 1 month ago, DCSS
Winter Weather Alert graphic
Dr. T, our District Teacher of the Year, attended the DCSS Teacher of the Year Advisory Board Luncheon. Alongside fellow Teachers of the Year, she engaged in meaningful conversations, shared best practices, and contributed valuable input during the district’s SWOT analysis, focusing on strengths, areas for growth, opportunities, and future challenges. We are proud to have Dr. T represent our school and district with excellence.
about 1 month ago, Serena Robertson
Dr. T NMHS' Teacher of the Year
The Douglas-Carroll-Paulding Counties Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. is hosting Fortitude in Action: Anchored in Dr. King's Dream on Monday, January 19th at NMHS from 10am-1pm! It's free and open to the public!
about 2 months ago, Staff
MLK Day Flyer

🍎📱 Free and reduced meal applications now open!

Douglas County families can now apply for free and reduced-price school meals through the district's online application system.

The application process opens today and uses the SchoolCafe mobile app available in the Apple App Store and Google Play Store. Parents and guardians can create an account, select "Apply for Benefits" and follow the step-by-step instructions to complete their application.

To apply:
📱 Download the SchoolCafe app from your app store
👤 Create an account
✅ Click "Apply for Benefits"
📋 Follow the application steps

Questions about the application process can be directed to Douglas County School Nutrition.

#DouglasCountySchools #SchoolMeals #FreeAndReducedMeals #SchoolNutrition #BackToSchool

7 months ago, DCSS
Free and Reduce Meal Application flyer
DCSS Registration is NOW OPEN for All Grade Levels! Secure your child’s spot today to avoid delays in starting the new school year. To guarantee a smooth, on-time start on the first day of school, please complete registration by July 20 for students new to Douglas County Schools. Don’t wait—register now and set your student up for success! Visit https://www.dcssga.org/page/registration for more information.
8 months ago, DCSS
We are thrilled to share some AMAZING news about your Mighty Marching Jaguars! Over the past few days, our incredible scholars showed up, showed out, and made us all PROUD! Last Thursday, we kicked things off at the Douglas County Jamboree at Douglas County High School, where we performed alongside the bands from Douglas County, Lithia Springs, and Columbia High Schools. Our band delivered an electrifying performance that left the crowd buzzing and brought in tons of compliments! But that was just the beginning... This past Saturday, we took our talents to Six Flags Over Georgia for the "Viewer's Choice Battle of the Bands" — competing against nine powerhouse bands from Georgia, Alabama, Mississippi, and Louisiana. And guess what? YOUR MIGHTY MARCHING JAGUARS BROUGHT HOME THE GRAND CHAMPION TITLE!!! 🏆🎶💪 None of this would be possible without the hard work, dedication, and passion of our amazing scholars — and the unwavering support of YOU, our Jaguar community. Check out our performance at https://www.instagram.com/nmhsmmj/ Lebarron N. Mcwhorter, M.M Director of Bands
10 months ago, Staff
Band Director
Trophy
🚀 Join NMHS FREE " Jag S.T.A.R.S" Summer Program! 🗓️ June 2–17 🎓 4 Epic Field Trips – 2 College Visits + 2 STEM Adventures! Explore, learn, and get inspired for your future in science, tech, engineering, and math – all at no cost! Spots are limited – sign up now! 💡✨
10 months ago, Staff
Jag Stars Summer
📢 Attention NMHS Parents! and Students 📢 We’re excited to invite you to our Spring PTSA General Meeting on Thursday, March 27th, from 6:30–7:30 PM. Stay informed and get involved in supporting our school! Plus, don’t miss our *Campus Beautification Day* on Saturday, March 29th (rain date: April 19th). Let’s come together to make our school shine! ✨ We’d love to see you there! 💙 #PTSA #GetInvolved #CampusPride
11 months ago, Staff
PTSA Meeting Flyer
Campus Beautification Project
NMHS Met Gala Glam Prom Expo 2025 Get ready for the ultimate Prom Expo at NMHS on March 21st during lunch! From stunning dresses to dapper suits, beauty services, and all things prom – you don’t want to miss it. Calling All Vendors! We have limited space available for businesses offering prom-related products and services. If you’re interested in showcasing your business, reach out to Dr. T no later than Monday, March 17th, to secure your spot. Contact latoya.thomas@dcssga.org. Tag a vendor who should be there! #NMHSMetGalaGlam #NMHSPromExpo #PromReady #Prom2025 Location - NMHS Cafeteria or Courtyard Date - Friday, March 21st Time: 11:20-1:30 (vendor set up 10:45) Contact: Dr. Latoya Thomas at latoya.thomas@dcssga.org
12 months ago, Staff
Prom Expo
🎓 Attention Senior Parents! 🎓 Celebrate your Senior’s hard work and achievements with a Custom Senior Yard Sign! 🎉 These personalized signs are the perfect way to show your pride and cheer them on as they prepare to graduate. ✅ Personalized with their name and school colors ✅ Durable & weatherproof for all seasons ✅ Keepsake-worthy for years to come 📢 Order Now by visiting our school website! Cost $30 📅 Deadline to Order: March 14th (Hard Deadline) 🚚 Signs Delivered: 1st week of April If you have already ordered but did not send a photo, send a high-resolution senior photo (JPEG) to Dr. T at latoya.thomas@dcssga.org. We will now be offering custom signs with Senior photos! Let’s go Jaguars! Don’t wait—let’s make this milestone year extra special for your Senior! 🎓💙🎉 #Classof2025 #SeniorPride #GraduationCelebration #CustomYardSigns @FBLANMHS
12 months ago, Staff
Yard Sign
Congrats to the students who recently competed at the GACA Georgia State Weightlifting Championships at Heard County High School. Congratulations to our state placers: 🏅 Larry Horton – 2nd place, 150-pound weight class 🏅 Aiden Thomas – 3rd place, 150-pound weight class 🏅 Morris Swims – 3rd place, 170-pound weight class 🏅 Haskell Murray – 4th place, 245-pound weight class Kudos to these young men for their dedication, hard work, and commitment to excellence. They represented New Manchester in a first-class way and made us all proud!
12 months ago, Staff
Pictures of Students
Student Weightlifters
NORMAL SCHEDULE WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 22, 2025: The Douglas County School System will resume normal operations tomorrow, January 22, 2025. All students and staff are expected to report to their campuses at their normal times. El Sistema Escolar del Condado de Douglas reanudará sus operaciones normales mañana, 22 de enero de 2025. Se espera que todos los estudiantes y el personal se presenten en sus campus a las horas normales.
about 1 year ago, DCSS
DCSS Schools Closed Tuesday: Due to the State of Emergency declared for Winter Weather, the Douglas County School System will be closed tomorrow, Tuesday, January 21, 2025. Escuelas del DCSS cerradas el martes: Debido al estado de emergencia declarado para el clima invernal, el Sistema Escolar del Condado de Douglas estará cerrado mañana, martes 21 de enero del 2025.
about 1 year ago, DCSS
No School Flyer
Your voice matters! Join us at the next PTSA meeting to stay informed, get involved, and help make a difference in our school community. We’d love to see you there! 📚✨ #PTA #SchoolCommunity #GetInvolved
about 1 year ago, Staff
PTSA Meeting
Let’s celebrate the FAME Visual Arts Dept. as these and other exemplary works by our students are currently on display at the district office. Mrs. Houlihan, Mrs. Lavin and their students work incredibly hard, and we are proud of them.
about 1 year ago, Staff
Pictures of artwork being displayed on a wall
It's finally here - The Winter Semi Annual Art Silent Auction will open TOMORROW at 9:30 AM in the New Manchester Library. The Auction consists of artworks created by students outside of their assigned class projects. There is a variety of mediums, subject matters, and sizes! The auction is open to the public so please invite your family and friends! The auction will end at 3:30 on December 5th and we ask that everyone leave the library by 3:40 so we are able to quickly sort and tally the bids. The highest bid will be notified of their winnings and total by email Thursday evening or Friday morning. Upon payment your works will be available for pick up in A1300. We can accept cash at pick-up or cashapp at $NMVAB - Please include your name in the memo. Payment is due by December 10th or your piece will go to the next highest bidder. The students make 80% of their final sale price and the other 20% goes back to support the artists in the program. The students have put in a lot of hard work so please come down and see what the students have created. They really look forward to this opportunity each semester and we truly appreciate and thank you for all your continued support! Have a great week and happy bidding!
about 1 year ago, Serena Robertson
Art Auction Flyer