Alabama College Application Week (October 18-22, 2021)

Our state’s high school students will be taking the next steps in their promising futures. Thousands of Alabama students will be applying to colleges and universities nationwide, during Alabama College Application Week 2021, on October 18-22.

Dothan City Schools to host Resource Fair for Families

Dothan City Schools will host a Resource Fair for DCS families on October 21, 2021 from 9 AM until 2 PM at the Dothan City Board of Education.

Dothan City Schools' Assistant Superintendent of Auxiliary Services Completes University of Alabama's 2021 Superintendents' Academy

Dothan City Schools' Assistant Superintendent of Auxiliary Services, Dr. Debra Wright, recently completed University of Alabama's 2021 Superintendents' Academy. Dr. Wright was among 35 participants chosen to the 2021 Superintendents' Academy.

Nationwide Food Shortage Impact on Dothan City Schools

Dothan City Schools is committed to serving quality, nutritious meals to students and staff. Like many other school districts, grocery stores, and restaurants across the nation, we are experiencing supply chain issues and a shortage of delivery drivers.

Dothan High School Senior, Michelle McCleod, named National Merit Scholarship Semifinalist

Michelle McCleod is among 16,000 Semifinalists nationwide who will have the opportunity to compete for some $30 million in scholarships.

Dothan City Schools Removes Mask Mandate

UPDATE: September 30, 2021 - Based on updated data from local health officials, Dothan City Schools will no longer require the wearing of masks in our buildings.

Free Internet Resources for Families

Dothan City School students are eligible to receive free or discounted high-speed internet service through Emergency Broadband Benefit (EBB) and T-Mobile’s Project 10Million programs. If your student is enrolled in the National School Lunch Program or your family participates in many other low-income government programs, they will be eligible for these programs.

2021-2022 Bus Routes

2021-2022 DOTHAN CITY SCHOOLS BUS ROUTE INFORMATION If you did not submit a bus form, your child was not marked transported and you may not see a bus route for your street/neighborhood. If you completed and submitted a bus form and do not see your street/neighborhood, please contact the school and make sure that your correct address is on file. If you did not complete a bus form and need to do so, please contact your school.

Dothan City Schools Releases 2021-2022 In-Person ReOpening Plan

After a thorough review and consideration of the points offered by the Center for Disease Control (CDC), Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH), Alabama’s Passport Law, the Alabama Association of School Boards, and the School Superintendents of Alabama, the Dothan City Schools will adhere to the plan below in reopening schools for the 2021-22 school year.

Pandemic EBT

Pandemic EBT (P-EBT) benefits will start rolling out to families with eligible school-age children who missed out on free or reduced-price school meals because of the pandemic.

Consultation with Private Schools about LEA Plan

All Alabama public schools are required annually to consult with the Private Schools located within their LEAs. DCS invites any private school administrators and/or parents of a student with disabilities to complete this consultation.

'Giving peace of mind:' Steve Parrish speaks on new crisis alert system at Dothan Schools

Dothan City Schools has adopted a new crisis alert system that gives staff the ability to silently signal administrators or first responders during an emergency with just a few simple clicks. The proposal was spearheaded by DCS’s School Security Officer Steve Parrish after he visited schools in Mobile and Baldwin counties and saw similar programs.

Dothan City Board of Education Approves Employee Pay Increases & Incentives

Dothan City Board of Education recently voted to pay Dothan City School teachers 2.5% above the state minimum. This increase includes a 1.5% local increase for all DCS employees (excluding those identified as TEAMS positions).

Dothan City Schools Child Nutrition Program Re-Launches Summer Food Bus Program

Dothan City Schools Child Nutrition Program is excited to kick off another great summer of their Summer Food Bus Program. Through a partnership with Dothan Leisure Services, Dothan CNP aims to provide over 2,400 meals per day across the Wiregrass.

Dothan City Schools Allocates Funding for School Supplies for All K-12 Students for the 2021-2022 School Year.

Through funding provided through ESSER II, federal COVID-19 relief funding, Dothan City Schools will provide all students Grades K-12 with school supplies during the 2021-2022 school year to relieve families of the financial burden that school supplies can bring.

Dothan City Board of Education Approves Revised Dress Code Policy

Dothan City Board of Education recently approved to revise the Dothan City Schools Dress Code Policy. Beginning January 5, 2021, students will be allowed to wear jeans as long as they are deemed appropriate by the administration.

Dothan City School Receives National Beta School of Distinction Status

Selma Street Elementary School recently achieved National Beta School of Distinction status. This national award speaks highly to Selma’s commitment to academic excellence.

Enrollment for Dothan City Virtual School Now Open!

The Dothan City Virtual School provides a flexible and engaging virtual learning experience for motivated, independent learners in Grades 7-12. DCVS offers students numerous benefits in terms of time flexibility student-centered courses, and program customization.

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Dothan City School named as a 2020 CLAS School of Distinction

Jerry Lee Faine Elementary School was recently named as a 2020 CLAS (Council for Leaders in Alabama Schools) School of Distinction for their program, the Bulldog Positive Behavior Support. This award recognizes school programs that serve as outstanding models for other schools in Alabama.