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Academic RemindersCourse Selection Forms Due Tomorrow (12/15)
Students received course selection forms for next school year (2026–2027) in homeroom before the Thanksgiving Break. The set deadline to submit the forms is tomorrow! Reminders have been sent out in the DHS E-News every week, and the students have been reminded of this deadline every day on the morning announcements.
If a student has lost or otherwise not yet submitted their course request form, they can pick one up in the Main Office or the Counseling Office. The forms are specific and color coded for the grade the student will be in next school year. Completed forms should be turned into either the Main Office or the Counseling Office. We need these back as soon as possible. Senior Exam Exemption Forms Due Tomorrow (12/15)
Senior Exam Exemption forms have been available since last Thursday afternoon. The deadline to submit the form to the teacher of a class that a student is asking to be exempted from the final exam is the end of the day tomorrow.
The requirements are: 1. The student must currently be in a senior homeroom. 2. The student must have an 89.50 average or higher. 3. The student must have an S in conduct. 4. The student cannot have had any referrals, ISS, or OSS during the semester. 5. Any Library fines must be cleared. Final Exam Schedule
The final exam schedule will be as follows: Thursday 12/18 – final exams in 1st and 3rd periods. Only those periods meet. •1st Period (8:10 AM – 11:36 AM) •3rd Period (11:41 AM - 3:10 PM) •Lunch – students go to their regular lunch period during 3rd period.
Friday 12/19 – final exams in 2nd and 4th periods. Only those periods meet. •2nd Period (8:10 AM – 11:36 AM) •4th Period (11:41 AM - 3:10 PM) •Lunch – students will go to the lunch period of their 4th-period teacher’s department.
Seacrest Stadium Approved
Earlier this week the DeKalb County Board of Education officially approved the naming of Dunwoody High School’s new stadium facilities as Seacrest Stadium.
The vote marks a transformative moment for Dunwoody High School and the Dunwoody community. For the first time, the Bring it Home team can publicly celebrate the involvement of Ryan Seacrest, a proud Dunwoody alum whose passion for this community and support for this project will help shape opportunities for Wildcats for generations to come. This decision is not just about a name — it is a signal of momentum, partnership, and belief in the future of DHS students. Bring it Home extends deepest gratitude to the Board of Education, to Principal Bass and the DHS staff, to parents and community leaders, and especially to the students who attended Mondya’s board meeting and represented Dunwoody with pride. Their energy and presence made a powerful impact. Seacrest Stadium is now more than an idea — it is a shared accomplishment, and a promise of what’s ahead. Every contribution counts. Even $20 helps and gets you a DHS magnet! Visit the Bring it Home Dunwoody Website for all the details, FAQs, and ways to give. Every gift ensures a brighter, stronger future on our home field, as described in this video. Together, we can BRING IT HOME. Pay Class Dues in December for Prom Ticket Discounts
Prom is March 27 at Fernbank Museum of Natural History! We will dance under the dinosaurs; it's one of our FAVORITE venues!
Prom is expensive- so JUNIORS AND SENIORS, if you'd like to receive a DISCOUNT on your Prom ticket price, please pay your class dues by the end of THIS semester! (Last year's tickets were $70 at their highest, and $55 at the discount!) IF ALL JUNIORS PAY DUES DURING December, we can make this the BEST PRICING YET! The more we pay now, the less the actual tickets can be! Seniors see Mastin and Juniors see Anklesaria for the QR code for MySchoolBucks! DHS Science Fair WinnersCongratulations to our DHS Science Fair winners who are moving on to the State Science Fair. Go Wildcats!
It's an exciting time for Dunwoody! We've reached the next step to bring stadium seating to Dunwoody High School, and we need your help to make it happen. Our goal is for the community to match the generous donation from a DHS Alumni Donor to bring everything we need to celebrate as One Family .... on our One Field at Dunwoody.
Every contribution counts. Even $20 helps and gets you a DHS magnet! There are many giving levels available, so you can choose the tier that works for you. Visit the Bring it Home Dunwoody Website for all the details, FAQs, and ways to give.
Together, we're building more than a stadium—we're building pride, connection, and a lasting legacy for Dunwoody. Every gift ensures a brighter, stronger future on our home field, as described in this video.
Visit the website, make your donations, and display your magnets and yard signs so that we start seeing signs all over Dunwoody! Find out more and please follow along:
Together, we can BRING IT HOME. Will you join us?
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Dunwoody Strong ProgramThis past week, in celebration of Red Ribbon Week, all of our students watched The First Day, an educational film on substance abuse prevention with Spanish subtitles in grade level assemblies in the auditorium followed by a debrief with a mental health professional. This was made possible by the parent-led, Dunwoody Strong group with financial support from the PTSO.
The First Day film chronicles the journey of Chris Herren, former professional basketball player, from his first day trying alcohol to recognizing that his struggle and drug use had more to do with how he felt about himself and unaddressed problems in his life. Through the power of storytelling, The First Day addresses issues that school districts, communities, and people across the country are directly or indirectly affected by each day including substance abuse, other harmful behaviors, and mental wellness. You can discover more about this film at https://thefirstdayfilm.com/ and you can even rent it with Spanish subtitles for $10 at https://vimeo.com/ondemand/the
Dunwoody Strong encourages everyone to watch it and engage in conversations with your students about these topics. Please email DunwoodyStrong@gmail.com if you have questions. Resources are available to assist any student or family in need of help. There is also a 30 for 30 episode entitled Unguarded about Chris Herren available on a variety of streaming platforms if you want to learn more about Chris and his story. |
DHS Teacher Wish List Fall 2025Let's help treat our teachers! Our amazing staff has put together a small but mighty wish list of items to help support their classrooms as we head into fall and winter. Items you order will be shipped to the PTSO, to be delivered each week to DHS. Don't hesitate to share with your family and friends. Thanks so much for your support!
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Volunteers Needed - Facilitate Mock Interviews for Work-Based Learning StudentsThe Work-Based Learning Students are having Mock Interviews and we need volunteers to facilitate the interviews. Mock Interviews will take place Nov. 12, 13, 19 and 20 from 11:00 - 11:30 AM each day. Interviews are no longer than 5 minutes each and you will interview no more than 5 students. If available, please use the Sign-up Genius to volunteer for a day and time slot.
Your time is greatly appreciated. WBL: Volunteer - Mock Interview - Dunwoody HS |
Leftover Halloween Candy DriveHalloween may be over, but your leftover candy can still bring smiles! DHS C.A.R.E.S and the DHS Counseling Department are collecting candy donations to share sweet treats with our community, especially when someone needs a little emotional lift or encouragement. If you’d like to donate, please drop off candy at the DHS Counseling Office. Thanks for helping spread kindness and sweetness! |
Register today for Peachtree Middle School's CV Classic 5K |
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The Truth About College Admissions - Nov. 13Join Applerouth and Georgia Tech's Rick Clark via Zoom webinar to learn about college admissions insights and recent trends. You'll get straight talk on what matters, what doesn’t, and how to prepare. Click HERE to register. |
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SENIOR NEWS |
Let Us Know About Your Scholarship Awards!Class of 2026! As you receive Scholarships, please enter those awards here: https://forms.gle/Z8TZxBiNh1Lq 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. |
Holiday Art Tree Submissions Open to Students
Create Dunwoody is partnering with Dunwoody High School for the Holiday Art Trees Program. Students have the opportunity to pick up a 3x3" canvas from the art department to paint and then return it. The only supplies provided will be the canvases.
These works of art will then be hung on holiday trees in participating Dunwoody hotels from mid-November through December and will be available for purchase, with money being donated to Create Dunwoody. Please label the back with your name and artwork title.
WILDCAT MUSIC & ARTS |
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COUNSELING NEWS |
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DHS Counseling Center UpdateStudents 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!
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Counseling Advisory CommitteeThe 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!
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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/
SENIOR NEWS |
Let Us Know About Your Scholarship Awards!
Class of 2026! As you receive Scholarships, please enter those awards here: https://forms.gle/Z8TZxBiNh1Lq
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.
WILDCAT CLUBS |
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Jewish Student Union Meeting Oct. 21JSU (Jewish Student Union) will be holding our next meeting on Tuesday, October 21st at 7:15 am in room 2702. ALL Students are welcome so feel free to bring your friends!! Join the Beanstack "Hallow-Read" ChallengeJoin our Beanstack "Hallow-Read" challenge this October for a chance to win treats. Log 150 minutes of reading in Beanstack, then come to the Library Learning Commons, AKA The Hub, for treats. Log 300 minutes of reading in Beanstack, and come for more treats! Stop by the Hub for more information. |
Dunwoody Debate Team Wins!Congratulations to the Dunwoody Debate Team, winning in several categories: Novice Public Forum Debate: 1st - Aleena Huang and Gabby Rosen (the ONLY undefeated team) Quarter Finalists (3-1): Natalia Parra and Juliet Utrearas Speaker Awards: 1st Gabby Rosen, 2nd Aleena Huang, 4th Sophia Hatchell, 6th Binah Leinwand Way to go Debate Team! Led by Coach Bill Kearney |
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Wildcat RoboticsCongratulations to the FRC Robotics team, Wildcat5e, for winning first place at the GRITS robotics competition this past weekend. Great job! |
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Sports Equipment Donations NeededBright Light Club is currently raising money for an impoverished school in Cameroon, Africa through The Nadine Foundation. Bright Light Club is an international donation and service club. We are collecting these items for their school and children:
The donation box will be located in Mr. Travis's room (2121). |
WILDCAT SPORTS |
Girls Basketball TryoutsAttention all girls basketball players! Basketball tryouts are on October 21st at 5:00 PM - 7:30 PM and October 22nd at 3:30 PM - 5:00 PM in the DHS Gym. You must have a fully completed Final Forms and an updated physical to be eligible for tryouts. |
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Boys Basketball Tryouts |
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*There will be a mandatory parent/player meeting in the evening on Thursday 10/23. Specific time and location details are coming soon. |
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Varsity Flag Football Double Region WinCongrats to the Varsity Flag Football team on a double region win last week against Decatur 6-0 and Northview 18-6. The defense was unrelenting, allowing 0 points across both games and totaling 7 interceptions; 2 from Charlotte Rueckel, 1 from Lilly McSorley, 1 from Ava Quartararo, 1 from Ashtyn Bens, and 2 from Zoe Hansen (including the overtime game winner against Decatur). Sophia Pristach scored the game winning TD in overtime against Decatur and Brooklyn Douglas, Ashtyn Bens, and Jackie Ryan added touchdowns against Northview. The Wildcats improve to 4-1-1 on the season. Clock In! |
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DHS eSportsThe greatest comeback of this season! DHS Splatoon 3 team just came back from 0-2 hole and grabbed their stunning comeback victory against Toombs County High School 3-2. All five rounds, especially the last 3, were amazing as the victory was determined within few points. And our Splatoon 3 team never gave up and held their lead until the very last second. Let's give them the big shoutout, Wildcats! |
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We Love Our Softball Seniors!After dominating Shiloh 16-1, Dunwoody Softball celebrated our Seniors Monday against Peachtree Ridge, in a game that was called early due to darkness. That didn’t dim the celebration of the 4 Lady Wildcats who have been tremendous leaders for the team over the years - Sophie Biggs, Lilly Houlihan, Kaz McLoughlin, and Allie Sleep. We sure will miss Allie’s positive energy, Kaz’s grand slams (3 so far this year alone!), the fun factor that Lilly brings, and Sophie’s cool, calm and collected presence. We know the future will be bright for these four and wish them all the best! But we’re not ready to say “bye” to them quite yet as Dunwoody hosts the FIRST ROUND PLAYOFF GAMES Monday @ 1:00 and ~3:30. Come out, cheer on the team, and follow the action on Instagram: Dunwoody High School Softball (@dunwoody_high_school_ |
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Mahjongg Mixer DHS Tennis FundraiserPlease join us for a Mahjongg Mixer on November 11th at Message in a Bottle, which will benefit DHS tennis. Space is limited, so sign up early.
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