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Course Verification Forms (2026 - 2027 School Year)

Students received course request verification forms for the 2026-2027 school year in homeroom that list all the courses that have been entered into Infinite Campus for them for the 2026 – 2027 school year. It is not an actual schedule. Students were also given a guidance form on how to interpret the information on the form, and how to make corrections and changes. If everything is correct, then the forms do not have to be returned. If there are changes, indicate the changes on the form and return them to the main office or the counseling office before the end of the school day on Wednesday.

 

Students in the 8th grade at Peachtree Middle School (rising 9th at DHS next year), were also given verification forms this week. If there are no changes, they do not need to be returned. If changes need to be made, please return the form with the changes indicated to the counseling office at Peachtree before the end of the school day on Thursday.
 

DHS PTSO Executive Board Nominations Announcement

The DHS PTSO is pleased to share the Executive Board nominations for the 2026–2027 school year. Click here to view slate. Voting will take place during the PTSO meeting on Monday 4/27/26 at 6:30 PM in the DHS Library. All current PTSO members are invited to attend and participate in the voting process either in person or online: Google Meet Link for 4-27-26 PTSO Board Meeting 

 

Special thanks to the nominating committee: Jennifer Boettcher, Whitney Gaines, Eleanor Remigailo, Amy Quinn, and Ana Bilbao-Granadillo.  
 

Teacher and Staff Appreciation Week May 4-8

As the excitement of the World Cup brings people together from around the globe, we take this week to celebrate a team that makes a difference right here every day - our teachers! Like elite athletes, they prepare, strategize, and give their all to help others succeed. Teacher Appreciation Week is our chance to recognize their dedication and the lasting impact they make.

 

Please use the links below to volunteer and show them that we think they are GOOOOAL-DEN!

 

Visit the sign-up genius to volunteer HERE. 

 

Purchase supplies from Amazon wish list HERE.

 
 

Georgia Ready Summer Institute

UGA is looking for high-achieving rising seniors for the Georgia Ready Summer Institute (GRSI). Occurring July 7-12, the Georgia Ready Summer Institute is a one-week, cohort-based residential program for high-achieving high school students in Georgia who are entering their senior year. Attendees will get a glimpse of what life is like as a UGA scholar. Through living in a campus residence hall, eating at UGA's award-winning dining facilities, touring the Athens campus, and external research facilities, specifically the Marine Extension campus on Skidaway Island.

 

Click here to apply to the Georgia Ready Summer Institute. The deadline is May 3. Questions? Email oace@uga.edu.
 

AP Test Prep Sessions

AP Comparative Government: Exam review sessions will take place EVERY THURSDAY during ROAR in Coach Berry's room 2127.

 

*NEW* AP Environmental Science: APES students who plan to take the APES Exam on May 15, please come by room 1203 and pick up some review materials from Dr. Lauer. 

 

AP Human Geography: For Ms. Mastin's students, meet in her classroom for review sessions EVERY TUESDAY from 7:20 to 8 a.m.


For Mr. Lynch's students, meet in Pod A5 for review sessions: 


Monday & Wednesday: FRQ Workshops
Tuesday & Thursday: MCQ + FRQ Practice


Morning reviews start at 7:30 a.m. Afternoon reviews start at 3:15 p.m. 

 

AP Literature: Review sessions will be held every Tuesday morning in Ms. Van Wyk's room at 7:30 a.m.

 

AP Macroeconomics: Exam prep will be every Tuesday and Thursday during ROAR with Mrs. Lampron or Mrs. McClendon. For locations and topics, see the yellow schedule outside room 2129 or sign up for the Remind by texting @dwoodmac to 81010. 

 

AP Psychology: Mr. Robb will offer exam review every Tuesday during the ROAR beginning on Tuesday in Room 2117. This is for any Psych student, regardless of your teacher in the Fall.

 

AP US Government: Mrs. Edwards will hold exam reviews every Thursday during the ROAR in P10. This is for any GOPO student, regardless of your teacher in the Fall.

 

AP US History: Mr. Travis will be conducting review sessions for the exam every Friday during the ROAR. All students attending the review session must be present in Mr. Travis' room by 11:06.  Any students arriving late will not be allowed into the review session.
 

Yearbook Pre-Orders Are Running Out!

Currently, there are just over 100 yearbooks still available for pre-order. To secure YOUR yearbook and ensure that you don't miss out, order your yearbook TODAY! 

 

CLICK HERE to order.
 

SENIOR NEWS

 

 Senior Walks!

Austin Elementary: Class of 2026 Austin Elementary Alumni, you're invited to walk the halls on May 21 while the teachers, staff, and students cheer you on. Please arrive at Austin at 8:50 a.m. and dress in your cap and gown! 

 

Chesnut Elementary: Class of 2026 Chesnut Elementary Alumni, you're invited to walk the halls of Chesnut on May 19 at 1 p.m. while the teachers, staff, and students cheer you on. Please arrive at Chesnut before 1 p.m. and dress in your cap and gown! We will also take a group photo.

 

Dunwoody Elementary: Class of 2026 Dunwoody Elementary Alumni, you're invited to walk the halls one last time on May 19 while the teachers, staff, and students cheer you on. Please arrive at DES at 1 p.m. for photos, then walk at 1:30 p.m. Dress in your cap and gown! 

 

 

Vanderlyn Elementary: Class of 2026 Vanderlyn Elementary Alumni, you're invited to walk the halls of Vanderlyn one last time on May 19 at 1:00 PM. Dress in your cap and gown!

 

MORE TO COME!


Celebrate the DHS Class of 2026 – Red Envelope Campaign!

Let’s surround our seniors with love, pride, and encouragement as they approach graduation! Through the DHS Red Envelope Campaign, every senior will receive a large red envelope at graduation practice filled with heartfelt letters from the people who helped shape their journey.

 

Click here for a document that families can copy and paste to make participation easy. Simply personalize the letter with your senior’s full name and share it with friends, extended family, coaches, teachers, mentors, and anyone you’d like to celebrate your student.

 

All cards and letters must be mailed to Dunwoody High School by May 1, 2026, to be included.

 

These letters will be opened during graduation practice and will become a meaningful keepsake of this milestone moment. Help us make the Class of 2026 feel celebrated, supported, and deeply appreciated! 

 

 

Celebremos a la Clase 2026 de DHS – Campaña del Sobre Rojo

Acompañemos a nuestros estudiantes de último año con mensajes de orgullo, cariño y apoyo mientras se acercan a su graduación. A través de la Campaña del Sobre Rojo de DHS, cada estudiante recibirá un sobre grande de color rojo durante la práctica de graduación, lleno de cartas sinceras de las personas que han sido parte importante de su camino.

 

Se incluye un archivo adjunto que las familias pueden copiar y pegar fácilmente. Solo tienen que personalizar la carta con el nombre completo del estudiante y compartirla con familiares, amigos, entrenadores, maestros, mentores y cualquier persona que desee felicitar al estudiante.

 

Todas las cartas y tarjetas deben enviarse por correo a Dunwoody High School antes del 1 de mayo de 2026 para que puedan incluirse.

 

Estas cartas se abrirán durante la práctica de graduación y se convertirán en un recuerdo significativo de este momento tan especial. ¡Ayúdenos a que la Clase 2026 se sienta celebrada, apoyada y muy orgullosa de este gran logro! 
 

Let Us Know About Your Scholarship Awards!

Class of 2026!  As you receive Scholarships, please enter those awards here: https://forms.gle/Z8TZxBiNh1LqAjDM9

Last year the Superintendent provided Pins to wear at graduation for students who received $100,000, $150,000, $250,000, $500,000, and $1,000,000 in total scholarships over 4 years.   

The DHS Class of 2025 received almost 17.5 Million dollars in reported scholarship offers, and we would love to have Mr. Bass announce an even larger amount this year at Graduation. 
 
 

For more Senior information, visit the Senior News - Class of 2026 page on the PTSO Website or go directly to the Scholarships page.

 

 
 

          WILDCAT CLUBS

JSU Meeting April 28

The JSU (Jewish Student Union) will have our final meeting of the school year on Tuesday, April 28th at 7:15 am in room 2702. Bring your friends. ALL Students are always welcome!
 

CFA Leadership Academy Book Drive

Our school’s CFA Leadership Academy club is hosting a Book Drive to create a free bookshelf in our library! The goal is to make books accessible to all students ... take one and share the love of reading. We’re accepting gently used, school-appropriate books (fiction and non-fiction). Drop off donations in the CFA Leadership box in the main hallway outside the front office. Every book makes a difference. Clean out your shelves and help us build something meaningful for our school! 
 

Join the Robotics Team! Ranked 13th in the State

Congratulations to the FRC Robotics team 6705, Wildcat5e! This collaborative team from Dunwoody and Chamblee earned an 8th-place finish at the FIRST Robotics State Competition last weekend, closing out the 2026 season ranked 13th in Georgia.

The FRC program integrates robotics, computer programming, AV/TV, Business, Marketing, and interpersonal soft skill development like teamwork, game strategy, collaboration, and gracious professionalism. This year's senior class has achieved remarkable success, earning admission to top institutions including Yale, Georgia Tech, Princeton, Duke, the U.S. Air Force Academy, and the University of Georgia Honors Program. 

 

Interested in joining or learning more? See details below to get involved in this innovative and rewarding program! 

 
 

Cady Studios Social Ambassadors Needed!

Dear Rising Seniors and Families,

We’re excited to help CADY find Ambassadors to represent the Class of 2027! If your rising senior loves creating content and wants to gain experience working with a national brand, this is a fantastic opportunity.

 

Selected Ambassadors will enjoy a VIP experience, including a free Elite Unlimited senior portrait session at CADY’s state-of-the-art studio. The session includes hair and make-up styling, unlimited scenes, destination photography, and much more. Ambassadors will also receive their digital images for FREE. Once selected, they’ll create 4 video posts and 1 static carousel post across their social media accounts showcasing their Elite senior portrait experience. It’s that easy!

 

Hurry, the deadline to apply is Friday, May 1st! Learn more and apply now through this link: cady.com/ambassador. 

 
 
 
 
 

          COUNSELING NEWS
 

  

        DHS Counseling Center Update

Students will be assigned by Last Name to a member of our counseling staff. We are pleased to welcome back Samantha Wright to Dunwoody High School!

 

Name Students
 Email Phone
Mrs. deRoux  A - C deanna_deroux@dekalbschoolsga.org   678-874-8528 
Mrs.  Bunyan  D - J

rahshida_bunyan@dekalbschoolsga.org

 678-874-8523 
Ms. Wright** K - O **Until assigned an email and phone, please use Mr. Ingram.
Mrs. Spain  P - T denise_spain@dekalbschoolsga.org 678-874-8529 
Mr. Ingram (Head)  U - Z luke_ingram@dekalbschoolsga.org 678-874-8527 
Mrs. Keys  Admin Assistant laura_keys@dekalbschoolsga.org 678-874-8532 
Cary Garner  Social Worker cary_garner@dekalbschoolsga.org To be assigned
 
 

            Counseling Advisory Committee

     The newly formed DHS Counseling Advisory Committee (CAC) needs financial support in order to create a campaign of regularly scheduled engaging initiatives (events, speakers, education) throughout the year targeting three major stakeholders: students, parents, and teachers. We want to empower students, parents, and educators with knowledge and skills from evidence-based programs to prevent substance misuse, promote mental and emotional health, and foster a supportive environment. 

 

Committee Members:

Faculty: Principal Bass, Mr. Luke Ingram

Parents: Ly Douglass, Amy Halligan, Eleanor Remigailo,

Jenny Smolen, Erin Zack, Rachel Zinkand

 

Fundraising information forthcoming. We look forward to your support!

  

  

      VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

 

  

Dunwoody Strong Needs You

Dunwoody Strong supports students, parents, and DHS staff with

tools to prevent substance misuse, promote mental health, and

foster a supportive community. We invite parents and community

volunteers to help advance these initiatives - your time and expertise

will make a meaningful impact on the well-being of every Wildcat. 

 

Volunteer Signup - https://forms.gle/YjziCQVmvLrfiReP6

 

 

 

 

 

WILDCAT MUSIC & ARTS

  
 

Dunwoody Night Live

 
 

What is it? A Variety Show 

 

Who can audition? Any Dunwoody High School student 

Use QR Code above to sign up for one of the two days of auditions.

  • Monday, May 11 (3:30 - 5:30pm) 
  • Tuesday, May 12 (3:30 - 5:30pm) 

We are looking for a variety of acts that are “show ready” and well beyond the idea stage. We will add lights and staging to bring your act to life.

  • Mandatory Dress Rehearsal: Thursday, May 14 (3:30-6:00 pm)
  • Performance: Friday, May 15 at 7:00 pm

ALL events take place in the Dunwoody Wildcat Theatre. Reach out to Mrs. Lower, Director of Theatre, with any questions at amanda_lower@dekalbschoolsga.org or stop by the theatre.
 

Theater End of Year Celebrations

All theatre performers for the 2026 year, please join us on Thursday, May 7th at 4pm for the International Thespian Induction and Honor Ceremony.  Then stay at 5pm for a Senior Showcase. Let's come together to celebrate Dunwoody Wildcat Theatre. Reach out to Mrs. Lower with any questions. 

 
 

Spring Band Concert April 29

Join us for our last concert of the school year! 

 
 

Peachtree Middle School Presents Annie JR!

Come support Peachtree Middle School students as they bring the magic and humor to life in the production "Annie JR"! Get your tickets now for a 7pm show on either Friday, May 1st, or Saturday, May 2nd. pcmsdrama.com

 
 

 

 

               WILDCAT SPORTS
 
 

Boys Lacrosse Push for Playoffs and Senior Night

Shout out to the Boys Lacrosse team with a huge win over Cherokee 14-13! It was a team effort with goals from Asher Fenech (3), Ryan Reid (3), Michael Seigle (3), London Cuttino (2), Christian Lee (2 and game winner) and Luc Perlman (1). Jude Torjak was 21-5 on faceoffs, Benji Samuelson had 10 ground balls, and Charlie Stephens had 10 saves. 

 

The boys are 10-5 and will continue their push for playoffs as they wrap up the regular season at Chamblee on Monday and at home for Senior Night on Tuesday vs. Mount Pisgah.

Spring Sports Physicals

Dunwoody Athletics, in partnership with Emory, is excited to offer free sports physicals this spring on April 30. The physicals will take place in the cafeteria from 3:30 p.m. until the last exam is completed. Emory physicians will be onsite providing the physicals. Athletes must fill out the google form and come with both the GHSA physical form and parent consent form filled out. See Coach Taylor in room 1702 if you have any questions.

https://forms.gle/z3ZfruVR2XZonWqn9 
 

Girls Golf Team Advances to State Championship

The lady wildcats won the Area Golf Championship once again for the second year in a row and they will now go straight to the State Golf Championship in Jekyll Island May 18th & 19th .  The team was led by their captain Elizabeth Hanlon who placed third overall in the Area tournament shooting an 82. Her teammates all contributed to the victory: Freshman sensation Caroline Brandenburg shot 96, Katelyn Allen shot 97 and Sydney Borrmann and Gracie Benson both shot 98. The teams score of 275 beat the whole field by nine strokes.   

 
 

Boys Varsity Soccer Advances to Sweet 16!

The DHS Boys Varsity Soccer team defeated the Chattahoochee Cougars in overtime on Wednesday night by a score of 4-3 in the first round of state playoffs. Goals were scored by Lucas Federico, Roberto Pardo, Oscar Palma, and Santiago Garcia, with critical assists made by Lukas Odom and Van Hastie. Finally, Nick Boggs made some crucial saves in goal! The Wildcats now advance to the Sweet 16 and will play Glynn Academy in Brunswick, GA next Wednesday, April 29th. 

 

Congratulations to these players who have been selected to the 4-5A All-Region Team! John Quijano and Garrett Kelley earned 1st Team All-Region honors, and Oscar Corado was named 2nd Team All-Region! Way to Go Wildcats. 

 
 

Boys Tennis Heads to Round 2 Playoffs

Dunwoody Boys Tennis won the first round of playoffs last week, beating Chattahoochee 3-2. The Wildcats were led to victory by Ryan Reid at 1 Singles, winning 6-0, 6-4. Doubles Tandem, Jack Lamb and Chris Loffredio, won an epic match in the 3rd set 6-4 and Ethan Denson sealed the victory winning 6-4, 6-1. Dunwoody will travel to Lakeside Evans for Round 2. Let's go!
 

Track & Field Advances to Next Round in Championship

The Dunwoody Track team delivered an outstanding performance at Regionals with these athletes advancing in the next round of the championship:

 

Individual Results

  • Kaz McLoughlin — 2nd (Discus), 3rd (Shot Put)
  • Jordy Rock — 4th (Pole Vault)
  • Sarah Jane Shipley — 1st (1600m)
  • Callie McJunkin — 1st (3200m)
  • Blythe Parker — 3rd (3200m)
  • Alex Loffredio — 2nd (1600m)
  • Lawson Conner — 4th (800m)
  • Malachi Toussaint — 4th (400m)

Relay Results

  • Boys 4x800 — 3rd place
  • Girls 4x800 — 2nd place
 

Varsity Boys Lacrosse Lock In Playoff Spot

Huge Shoutout to the Boys' Lacrosse program on their JV & Varsity victories over Chamblee! The JV team shut out the bulldogs 14-0 behind Will Bradshaw's 5 goals and Cooper Magley's 9-point, 5 goal, 4 assist game. Then the Varsity team LOCKED UP a playoff spot with a 15-9 victory. The offense was rolling with Christian Lee's 5 goals, 2 assists, Nick Lee with 3 goals, 1 assist, and Asher Fenech's 4 goals and 2 assists.


 
 

For more information on Sports at DHS, visit the Student Sports News page on the 

PTSO Website or the DHS Website Sports Page.

 

 

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Want to Submit an Article for the PTSO E-News?

The DHS Communications Team, made up of parent volunteers, is happy to assist with spreading the word about your event, accolades, or upcoming deadline. 

If you would to submit an article for the PTSO E-News, please use THIS LINK to our submission form. Submissions for Sunday's E-News are due by Noon on the Thursday prior.  We will run your article for up to 2 weeks.  If you have any questions or special requests, you may email our E-News team at dunwoodyhsnews@gmail.com. Thank you!
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If you would like to browse past issues of the PTSO E-News, please visit the 

PTSO Website E-News Archive.
 

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