March 9 | 5:00 PM — 5:30 PM - DPS Board of Education - Work Session

March 9 | 6:00 PM — 7:30 PM - DPS Board of Education - Regular Meeting

March 13 — Early Student Release Day

March 16 — Staff Professional Development Day and Student Virtual Learning Day

March 24 | 7:30 AM - 6:00 PM — Pre-K Registration

March 25 | 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM — Pre-K Registration

March 26 | 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM — Spring Enrollment Event

Friday - Friday: April 3-10 — Spring Break Holiday

March 24 & 25, 2026

Now open for 2026-2027

Plan ahead for the 26-27 school year!

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Save the date! Join us in celebrating the Class of 2026!

The Dalton Academy – May 20 at 7:00 PM | The Dalton Stadium

Dalton High School – May 21 at 7:00 PM | Harmon Field

Dalton Public Schools will begin accepting Out-of-Zone, Out-of-District, and Out-of-State applications on March 26th for the 2026–27 school year!

Join us for our Spring Enrollment Event on Thursday, March 26 from 7:30 AM–4:30 PM at the Enrollment Office:

101 N Thornton Ave, Suite 100, Dalton, GA 30720

www.daltonpublicschools.com/enrollment

Deadline to apply is April 13, 2026

Questions? Contact us at enrollment@dalton.k12.ga.us

Looking for food assistance in the Dalton area? Click the link below to see a full list of local organizations offering free meals and pantry support. The list includes details in both English and Spanish for your convenience.

👉 View the full list of food assistance locations

The Dalton Education Foundation is pleased to announce that applications are now open for the 2026 Tom Jones Educator of the Year Award. This prestigious award honors an exceptional Dalton Public Schools educator who demonstrates outstanding dedication, leadership, and service to students and the community.

This prestigious endowed award is named in memory of Mr. Tom Jones, a respected Dalton businessman and longtime member of the Dalton Board of Education.

Any individual may nominate a Dalton Public Schools educator who has served in the district for at least three years.

Nomination deadline: Friday, March 20, 2026

Nomination Form: https://www.daltonpublicschools.com/.../2025-tom-jones...

Read more: https://www.daltonpublicschools.com/article/2675807

You can make a real difference! Download the Purposity app to help meet the needs of Dalton Public Schools students in our community. Every small act of kindness helps students succeed — one need at a time.

Dalton Public Schools will hold Pre-K Registration on:
📅 Tuesday, March 24 | 7:30 AM – 6 PM
📅 Wednesday, March 25 | 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM

📍 Mack Gaston Community Center

Children must be 4 years old by September 1, 2026 to register.

More details coming soon — mark your calendars! ✏️🍎

Here’s the March Calendar of Events from the Dalton-Whitfield County Public Library! Check out all the exciting programs and activities happening this month for readers of all ages.

¡Aquí está el calendario de eventos de marzo de la Biblioteca Pública del Condado de Dalton-Whitfield! Echa un vistazo a todos los emocionantes programas y actividades que se llevarán a cabo este mes para lectores de todas las edades.

Catch up on key updates from this month’s Board of Education meeting, including project updates, instructional initiatives, recognitions, and approved action items. These highlights provide a quick, easy overview of the work happening across the district.

🔗 Read the February Board Highlights

The Dalton Public Schools app is your one-stop, official communication hub—keeping you plugged into classroom updates, district news, activities, and more. Inside the app, Rooms serves as your direct messaging tool for secure, easy communication with teachers and school staff.

To support families, we’ve created a step-by-step resource site featuring video guides and helpful tips. Visit our website here: Dalton Public Schools Rooms Information

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Why don't I see the new updates or the new experience in my app?
You may need to update your district mobile app to see and use the updated Rooms features.

Why am I unable to log in?
Please ensure you are logging in through the Dalton Public Schools district mobile app.
If you’re still unable to log in:
Delete the app
Reinstall (and update if needed)
Try logging in again
If issues continue, please reach out to us for support.

Where can I download the district app?
Our free district app is available in the App Store (iPhone/iOS) and Google Play Store (Android). 

Do I need to download a separate Rooms app?
No. Rooms is built directly into the district mobile app and is also accessible via a web browser. We do recommend using the mobile app for easiest access.

What is Rooms and how does it help with school communication?
Rooms provides secure, two-way messaging between families and school staff. Teachers, nurses, and other staff can send messages, announcements, and updates—while families can easily message teachers or staff when needed.

Rooms helps streamline communication by providing one central tool rather than using multiple channels like email, text, or social media. Because Rooms is part of the district app, families also get access to news, dining menus, events, and more—all in one place.

Can I use my computer instead of my phone?
Yes! Rooms is accessible on the web, on a mobile browser, or through the district mobile app.

One of my children isn’t showing up in Rooms. What should I do?
Please send us an email at info@dalton.k12.ga.us and we will assist you! 

IMPORTANT: Not Receiving the Verification Code?
If you enter your phone number but never receive the verification code, this usually means your contact information in your student’s account needs to be updated.

Please email us info@dalton.k12.ga.us, or call our district office directly. We will quickly update your information so you can access Rooms without delay.

Junior Achievement of Georgia has named Esmeralda Rios, Class of 2026 student at The Dalton Academy, as a recipient of its prestigious 19 Under 19 recognition, an honor celebrating outstanding young leaders across the state.

The 19 Under 19 program recognizes students ages 19 and under who exemplify Junior Achievement’s mission by demonstrating entrepreneurial spirit, leadership, and a commitment to positive community impact. To qualify, nominees must have participated in at least one Junior Achievement of Georgia program and serve as a positive representative of JA’s values.

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Dalton Public Schools is proud to announce that Dalton High School student Hla Zar has been selected as a recipient of the Emory Classics Gateway Award, a highly competitive scholarship awarded by the Department of Classics at Emory University.

The Emory Classics Gateway Award provides full funding for tuition, room, and board for Emory University’s Pre-College Summer Program. As part of the award, Zar will enroll in the course “Archaeological Investigation: Pompeii and Herculaneum.” In addition to academic study, the program offers immersive experiences on Emory’s campus and throughout the greater Atlanta area.

Read more.