DECATUR, Ga. – The City Schools of Decatur Board of Education approved a resolution to refund the 2014 certificate of participation during their regular meeting on June 13, 2023. The resolution authorizes the superintendent to engage financial professionals to prepare for the potential refinancing of outstanding debt, which could save the district approximately $600,000 to […]
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Students in Decatur City Schools owe $88,000 in unpaid lunch fees
Starting on Feb. 2, students in Decatur City Schools who carry negative balances for unpaid meal charges will be served cheese sandwiches and milk instead of the scheduled meal. According to a school nutrition webinar hosted by Decatur City Schools, the balance of unpaid meal balances in the district is roughly $88,000. The outstanding negative […]
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Decatur City Schools prioritizes focus for 2024 legislative session
In the regularly scheduled November board meeting, the Decatur City Schools Board of Education approved their legislative priorities for the 2024 session of the Georgia General Assembly. The priorities will focus on safety, security, mental health, funding, and local authority. The DCS board submits its priorities annually, with the draft presented in the October pre-work […]
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Election 2023: Low turnout favors incumbents and run-off elections
The polls in Fulton County have closed, and while some winners, there are some board of education seats that will go into run-off elections. Here are some of the highlights from Tuesday’s races. Decatur City Schools City of Decatur teacher Tracey Anderson- won against newcomer India Phipps Epps with 52.71% of the vote for the […]
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City Schools of Decatur Profile: India Epps, Candidate for District 2, Post B Seat
On November 7th during the Municipal elections, voters in the metro Atlanta area will choose representation for a variety of elected seats-including school board seats. As custom for us as an independent news organization, we have approached every candidate who qualified to run with a series of questions for them to answer for the voters […]
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Three candidates qualified for the City Schools of Decatur School Board Race
On Wednesday, Aug 23, 2023, three candidates qualified for the Nov 7 school board elections in the City Schools of Decatur. One was an incumbent (James H. Herndon), and two were new candidates (India Phipps Epps and Tracey Anderson.) For District 1, Post B, which covers the northern part of the city, incumbent James H. […]
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Decatur City Schools swears in Dr. Gyimah Whitaker as superintendent
Dr. Gyimah Whitaker was sworn in as the new Superintendent of Decatur City Schools tonight, surrounded by colleagues, friends, and former board members from Fulton County Schools. The ceremony was held in the Elizabeth Wilson Student Support Center board room. Decatur Chief Municipal Judge Rhathelia Stroud gave Whittaker her oath of office. Previously the Deputy […]
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Decatur City Schools confirms Dr. Gyimah Whitaker as next superintendent
In a special called meeting, the Decatur City School Board approved Dr. Ghyimah Whitaker as their next Superintendent. “Dr. Whitaker has a long track record of being a results-oriented educational leader with the proven ability to create sustainable outcomes by leading through impact and influence,” said James H. Herndon III, Chair of the School Board […]
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Dr. Gyimah Whitaker named sole finalist for City Schools of Decatur Superintendent
In an announcement to teachers and staff, the City Schools of Decatur (CSD) Board of Education announced Dr. Gyimah Whitaker has been named the sole finalist for the role of superintendent for City Schools of Decatur. “Dr. Whitaker has a long track record of being a results-oriented educational leader with the proven ability to create sustainable outcomes […]
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An increase in COVID cases has metro Atlanta districts adjusting their plans
Atlanta- The surge in COVID cases has metro Atlanta schools adjusting their plans for students and staff for a return to school after the holiday break. Here are the changes that are known to date.
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Decatur City Schools to require booster shot for COVID-19 for all staff members
In a surprising move, all Decatur City School indicated to parents that staff will have until January 31, 2022 to get a booster shot to combat the rising numbers of COVID-19 infections.
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City of Decatur City Schools to Require Vaccinations for Students and Staff
In an unprecedented move, the City of Decatur City Schools will require all students and staff to be vaccinated from COVID-19. This idea was presented at the August 24th work session and will be voted on at their September regular board meeting. If passed, Decatur City Schools will be the first K-12 school district in […]
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Over 70 New Teacher Hires Welcomed at City Schools of Decatur Orientation
The City Schools of Decatur Facebook page announced that over 70 teachers were welcomed at the New hire orientation Monday. “Today, at least 70+ new teacher hires were officially welcomed by our superintendent and district departments at New hire orientation!” The teachers also had a chance to network and learn more about educator benefits during […]
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Staffing Shortages Affect City of Decatur After-School Programs
The City of Decatur is cutting back on after-school programs because of staffing shortages, according to an article by decaturish published on Wednesday. The article lists out a multitude of programs that the city will be changing for the upcoming school year. “– Project REAL 6th-8th grade program will not operate in 2021-22. Families will […]
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What’s My Rank? – Class Rank Discussions in City Schools of Decatur Board Work Session
Class rank was one of the main topics of discussion at the City Schools of Decatur (CSD) Board Work Session on Tuesday. District Lead Counselor, Kimberly Jones, led a presentation regarding how class rankings seem to cause disruptions for student learning and unhealthy amounts of student competition. “We’re seeing unhealthy levels of competition, we’re seeing […]