Parent and Student Assembly: Preventing Drug Related Tragedies - Oct 23
HOSA invites the DHS community to a Parent & Student Assembly in the DHS Auditorium on Wednesday, October 23 at 3:30 pm. During the assembly, you'll hear the tragic story of Angela and Mike who lost their son, Jack, to accidental fentanyl poisoning in 2023. You will also hear from Dr. Karen Drexler, Associate Professor at the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at Emory University. Representatives from Summit Counseling, Georgia Overdose and Prevention, and HAMSA will be available to answer questions and hand out resources.
Red Ribbon Week Poster Contest 
HOSA is excited to announce a poster contest to celebrate Red Ribbon Week. All entries will be judged by art students and HOSA members. Top 3 entries will win gift cards. The winner will have their poster printed professionally and hung up throughout the school. The topic for the poster is Drug Prevention. It can be generic or a specific topic like vaping. See Mrs. Keiser in room 1106 with questions. All entries are due Thursday morning October 24, 2024. No late entries will be accepted.
Winners will be announced Friday October 25, 2024.
Voice of Democracy Competition
The local Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFP) Post 10822, Dunwoody and Sandy Springs, invites high school students to enter the Voice for Democracy Competition. Students will need to prepare and record (audio) a 3–5-minute essay on the theme “Is America Today Our Forefathers’ Vision?”
In addition to being recognized at a local luncheon, the top three winners will earn cash prizes ($300, $200, $100). First place will also get a uniform medal, compete at VFW district and possibly state/national, where there is a grand prize of a $35,000 scholarship and a trip to Washington DC!
The entry deadline is October 31. Send any questions to generalinfo@vfw10822.org.
Support Dunwoody Academy of Finance 
The students in the Dunwoody Academy of Finance have worked hard to open their small businesses. Let's show them our support! Special thanks to the Aha Connection for publishing this helpful business directory of services and gift items that every Wildcat family needs. https://www.theahaconnection.com/tag/dhs-finance-academy/
Yearbook Information
Yearbook Name Presentation 
If you would like to be presented in the yearbook under a different name from your legal name, please complete this form by October 11.
To access the form, simply log into your DeKalb Google account and complete this online form.
Discounted Old Yearbooks
Interested in buying an old yearbook? You're in luck! For a LIMITED time, the yearbook program is selling yearbooks from the last five years at discounted prices.
All will be on sale for $30 except last year's book, which is $60. Reach out by email at taelor_rye@dekalbschoolsga.org or in person (room 2102) to buy yours today.
We can take cash or check written to Dunwoody High School Yearbook.
Senior Quotes
It's time to decide on your senior quote! Senior quotes are due by November 22. To submit your senior quote, log into your DeKalb Google account and complete the following form. You MUST follow the written guidelines on this form for your quote to be published.
Senior Ads
Parents and guardians, are you interested in purchasing a senior ad for your child? he final day for senior ads will be November 1.
Would you like to match with Ryan Seacrest? Well, good news: his look is back in, and it was recently featured on social media.
After 32 years, this vintage apparel is in stock. The helmet crewneck, sweatpants, and wildcat crewneck are available at The Cat Shack online.
Check out https://dunwoodycatshack.square.site/ to grab these items before they're gone.
Each piece is $40. Or you can grab a sweatshirt/sweatpants set for $65. While you're online, you can also shop for pajama pants, shorts, hats and other Wildcat gear. Remember, they make great gifts!
College PROBE Fair
Interested in exploring College options? The College PROBE Fair has additional dates through November: https://www.gaprobe.org/ students/#local.
The PROBE Fair includes a wide range of college options, including UGA, Georgia Tech, Georgia Southern, LaGrange, Mercer, Georgia Southwestern State, ABAC, Augusta University, East Georgia, North Georgia, Wesleyan, KSU, Georgia Gwinnett College, Georgia College, and South Georgia State College.
Senior SAT on October 23
On Wednesday, October 23rd, DHS will administer the SAT for all seniors during the school day. Testing will start at 8:10 am and end at 11:38 am. You MUST use a school issued Chromebook.
If you do not come to school, your absence will be marked unexcused.
If you choose to opt-out, you MUST get the form from Mrs. Lester. Her office is on the Art Hall.
Study Aboard for One School Year 
The Rotary Club of Dunwoody is seeking candidates, ages 14-17, for the Rotary Youth Exchange. This is a $25,000 scholarship to go to a foreign country for one school year. This unique opportunity exposes the student to a new culture, a new language, and a life experience that cannot be found anywhere else.
Go to ryese.org for details. The cost is minimal, but the benefit is extraordinary. Please hurry; the window to apply closes on October 15, and there's lots to do before then.
Buy Your Yearbook now for the best price! 
Use Promo Code YRBK20 to save $20 while codes last!
DHS PTSO Sponsorships Are Still Available
The Dunwoody High School PTSO is pleased to announce our 2024-25 sponsors! We are grateful for the growing support of our community and all those who stepped up in big ways.
PTSO sponsorships are unique since they provide funding for programs that enrich the learning experience of every student. Please be sure to support the businesses that support DHS.
Many thanks to the following:
- Platinum Sponsors: The Whole Tooth and Goodchild Dentistry
- Gold Sponsor: Politan Row
- Bronze Sponsor: Sandy Springs Oral Surgery
The DHS PTSO is a 501(c)(3) corporation that supports Dunwoody High School.
Sponsorships are still available! Interested in learning more?
And don’t forget, you can still become a PTSO member and support our Annual Fund, which fills the gap by funding instructional materials, professional development, student recognitions, PTSO scholarships, campus beautification, and PTSO-sponsored student events.
Volunteers Needed!
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Upcoming Events
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- Friday, October 18
- Tuesday, October 22
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