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Puma Family Newsletter May 11-15, 2026

 

Puma Families, 

This week continues a very important stretch of the school year as End of Course testing, Advanced Placement exams, and senior activities continue across campus.

On Monday, May 11, students enrolled in Algebra I will take their End of Course Exam, while students in AP Seminar will take their AP Exam beginning at noon (this exam could go after release). Monday will also be a special day for our seniors as they participate in Senior Walks at Blue Ridge, Brookwood, City Park, and Park Creek Elementary Schools.

On Tuesday, May 12, students enrolled in U.S. History will complete their End of Course Exam, and students in AP Precalculus will take their AP Exam at 8:00 AM. Seniors will also enjoy their annual Water Day, and we will celebrate student achievement at our Night of Champions at 6:00 PM.

On Wednesday, May 13, students enrolled in Biology will take their End of Course Exam, while AP English Language students complete their AP Exam at 8:00 AM. Seniors will also attend a Braves Game.

On Thursday, May 14, students involved in podcasting and media programs will participate in PodJam at the Convention Center, while seniors participating in the senior trip travel to Dollywood. Additionally, students enrolled in AP Spanish Language will have their exam at 8:00 AM

Finally, on Friday, May 15, students enrolled in AP Environmental Science will take their AP Exam at 8:00 AM, and we will hold our Senior Assembly at 9:00 AM as we continue celebrating the Class of 2026. We will end Friday with senior walks at Westwood and Roan. 

We encourage all students with upcoming exams to stay focused, get plenty of rest, and continue giving their best effort as we move closer to the end of the school year.

📅 Events This Week
Monday, May 11
- Algebra I End of Course Exam (7:45 AM)
- AP Seminar Exam (12:00 PM)
- Senior Walks at Blue Ridge, Brookwood, City Park, & Park Creek Elementary Schools (12:45)

Tuesday, May 12
- U.S. History End of Course Exam (7:45 AM)
- AP Precalculus Exam (8:00 AM)
- Senior Water Day (10:00-2:00)
- All Sports Night of Champions (6:00 PM)

Wednesday, May 13
- Biology End of Course Exam (7:45 AM)
- AP English Language Exam (8:00 AM)
- Senior Braves Game Trip (4:30 PM- 10:00)

Thursday, May 14
- PodJam @ Convention Center (Awards at 6:00 PM)
- Senior Dollywood Trip (8:00 AM- 9:00 PM)
- AP Spanish Language Exam (8:00 AM)

Friday, May 15
- AP Environmental Science Exam (8:00 AM)
- Senior Assembly (9:00 AM)
- Senior Walks at Westwood & Roan Elementary Schools (12:45)

 
graphic showing the final exams and state testing dates for May 2026
 
Senior Assembly, May 15th 9:00 AM in the Gymnasium
 
 
 
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Main Office Phone Number: (706)876-4700 (you can be transferred to anyone from this number)

Principal: Jessica Ashlock

Assistant Principal: Virginia Ruiz

Athletic Director: Michael Bolen

Academic Services Coordinator: Julia Cagle

Nurse: Traci Hopkins

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School Social Worker: Viri Ortiz

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Principal, Jessica Ashlock

Email: jessica.ashlock@dalton.k12.ga.us
Website: www.daltonpublicschools.com/o/tda
Phone: 706-876-4700

Assistant Principal, Virginia Ruiz

Email: virginia.ruiz@dalton.k12.ga.us
Website: www.daltonpublicschools.com/o/tda
Phone: 706-876-4700

 
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