The City Park Drama Club is excited to announce that this year’s school play production of Imagine a Dragon will be open to all students in grades 1 through 5!
Rehearsals will begin on Monday, September 29, 2025, from 7:30AM-8:00AM in the Chorus Room. Students will go to breakfast after rehearsal. Auditions for specific roles will take place once students have learned the songs.
Please look for more information soon!
City Park School
Another PAWSibility for our Panthers!
Title I Meeting
We’d like to invite you to our Title I Parent Meeting on Thursday, September 18th! 🗓️
Title I is a federal program designed to provide additional resources and support to ensure every student has the opportunity to succeed. This meeting is a great opportunity to learn more about how Title I benefits our school and how we can work together to support your child's education! 🌟
Details:
📅 Date: Thursday, September 18th
⏰ Time: 5:00 - 5:30 PM
📍 Location: Auditorium
We hope to see you there! Your participation makes all the difference.
Literacy Family Night
We’re excited to invite all families to our Family Literacy Night on Thursday, September 18th from 5:30 to 7:00 PM! 🎉
This fun-filled event includes:
✨ Family-centered literacy activities
✨ A chance to view student work
✨ Informational areas about school and district initiatives
Be sure to stop by our Rooms Communication area, where you can:
🔹 Learn about Rooms, our new two-way communication tool
🔹 Get one-on-one help
🔹 Update your contact info with the district enrollment center
And don’t miss Mr. D’s art installation celebrating International Dot Day! 🎨 It’s a great opportunity to see the creativity of our students!
We can’t wait to see you there!
Beacon Testing Continues
Students in Grades 1-5 will continue with Beacon testing this upcoming week.
🗓 Testing Dates
Grades 1–5 Math → September 15–17
Beacon is not a high-stakes test—it is a valuable tool that helps teachers better understand student learning and provide the right support at the right time.
Because Beacon uses the same online platform and tools as Georgia Milestones, it also helps prepare students for the end-of-year summative assessment.
✅ To help your child do their best, please make sure they are:
well rested,
eat a healthy breakfast
arrive on time
City Park Celebrates Dot Day
This week, Mr. D and his students began transforming City Park into our very own Obliteration Room! Inspired by Japanese artist Yayoi Kusama’s famous interactive art installation, our completely white space is coming to life one colorful dot at a time.
Ms. Rhyne joined Mr. D to place the very first dots, and over the next two weeks, every class will get the chance to leave their “mark” on this collaborative masterpiece.
You’ll be able to see the final creation at our Family Literacy Night on Thursday, September 18! Families will also receive a special City Park commemorative sticker (pictured here) as we celebrate our theme for the night — Create Bravely.
We can’t wait for you to experience this unique art installation and celebrate creativity together!
Remember to stop by the outdoor Dot Day Display, too, for a photo! It's on the corner of Judd Terrace and Walnut Avenue near the Walgreens!
Counseling Corner
Being responsible also means taking care of yourself! Here are some wellness tips to help students stayhealthy and focused this school year:
Get enough sleep: Aim for 9-11 hours each night to feel rested andready to learn.
Eat a balanced breakfast: Fuel your body with nutritious food to start your day strong.
Stay active: Physical activity helps your brain stay sharp and your mood positive.
Take breaks: Short breaks during homework or studying can help your focus.
Ask for help: It’s responsible to speak up if you’re feeling overwhelmed or confused.
Student Council Election This Week on Constitution Day!
The fourth and fifth grade student council election campaign has been in full swing! Candidates have been creating and displaying posters around the school. On Wednesday, September 17, they will make a campaign speech to their homeroom class. The election will follow immediately after with results being announced at the end of the day. Each homeroom class in fourth and fifth grade will elect two representatives.
PAWS is excited that the election coincides perfectly with Constitution Day on September 17 which is the day our country's Constitution was signed.
The newly elected representatives will be recognized on Friday, September 19 at our PAWS and Applause Pep Session!
Spirit Days
PAWS will host two different spirit days this week in honor of the DHS Homecoming! On Tuesday, September 16, The Artistic Civic Theater is hosting a day of performances for elementary school students all over the Northwest Georgia area! City Park students will enjoy a special live performance of Junie B. Jones the Musical.
PAWS is asking all City Park students in grades K-5 to come dressed in their theater best for this exciting experience right here on our campus!
Friday, September 19 is a RED OUT DAY—students are encouraged to wear red from head to toe.
To help everyone get decked out in red, our 5th graders will be selling red spirit items all week long and at Family Night!
Everything is just $1 each. Look for the Spirit Cart before school and during Family Night to grab your gear.
Let’s flood our halls, the pep session, and the DHS Homecoming Parade with Panther Pride and Big Red spirit!
Important Dates
September 1--Labor Day Holiday (No School)
September 4--Glee Club Choir Practice Begins
September 10-12--Beacon Testing (Grades 4 and 5 Reading)
September 11--Patriot Day
(Wear red, white, and blue)
September 15-17--Beacon Testing (Grades 1-5 Math)
September 16--Junie B. Jones the Musical
2:00 PM
September 16--Dress Your Best Day
September 17--Constitution Day and Student Council Elections for Grades 4/5
September 18--Title I Meeting/Family Night
5:30-7:00 PM
September 19--Early Release Day
(12:15 PM); No ASP
September 19--PAWS and Applause Pep Session -- RED OUT Day! Wear RED!
9:00 AM
September 19--DHS Homecoming Parade
3:00 PM
September 22--Virtual Learning Day/Georgia Reads Day (complete your work at home)
Early Release Day Followed By Virtual Day
Friday, September 19: Early Release Day– Dismissal at 12:15. Please remember there is no ASP on this day. The DHS Homecoming Parade is at 3:00 PM.
Monday, September 22: Virtual Learning Day – Students will complete assignments from home.
We look forward to seeing our students back in class on Tuesday, September 23!
Art Department Fundraiser
Mr. D, our art teacher, is raising funds to support the art department! He will be selling popcorn and Krispy Kreme doughnuts, with both items available for purchase online. All products will be shipped directly to the customer, making it easy to enjoy some tasty treats while giving back to our school.
You can access the Popcorn Fundraiser here beginning September 18; it will run through September 22.
https://s.dgpopup.com/z1q9hw32
Mr. D will share more details at our upcoming Family Night on September 18, so be sure to stop by and learn how you can support the arts at City Park!