Proud to partner w/ #RiversideInsights to share on DeKalb Schools, GA increased access to Gifted Education eligibility assessments. All subgroups increased their representation of newly identified gifted students in SY25, between 80%-25%. Review report here: simbli.eboardsolutions.com/meetings/TempF…

DeKalb Schools, GA to offer gifted eligibility assessments on Saturdays during the 2025-2026 school year. Check w/ your school’s Gifted Liaison for more information: eligibility criteria, automatic referral process, dates, & locations. See video announcement: youtube.com/watch?v=n6XVoi…

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"Champions aren't made in gyms. Champions are made from something they have deep inside them-a desire, a dream, a vision. They have to have the skill & will. But the will must be stronger than the skill." -Muhammad Ali DeKalb Schools, GA Dr. Norman C. Sauce III Michelle L. Dillard

One Week Away! The Dept of Exceptional Education is hosting our first virtual PEERS session on 9/18/25, from 6-7:30pm. This ZOOM meeting will provide a brief overview of transition programs and resources available at every school level.

We invite parents to register for this upcoming session by completing the registration form. REGISTRATION FORM: forms.office.com/r/nL4bHB3Y3i

⁦DeKalb Schools, GA⁩ 2025 EL Conference: “Empowering, Equipping, & Engaging ELs to Soar to New Levels, New Heights” - Keynote speaker ⁦Rashard J. Wright⁩ brought the house down with his powerful message of love, empathy, self reflection, & starting with “me” - so inspiring!

⁦Michelle L. Dillard⁩ always brings it! She reminded us with her moving personal story that in serving kids, there’s no excuses, just results- that each scholar needs a champion, & of our responsibility to be a change maker in the lives of children. -EL Conference 2025

Humbled & grateful aren’t strong enough words to describe the immense privilege & gratitude I feel to serve with these leaders in English Learners education. Thank you, Executive Director, Dr. Evelyn Hall & Team, for your vision & execution for DeKalb Schools, GA EL Conference 2025!

Today was so inspiring as DeKalb Schools, GA held the 2025 EL Conference: “Empowering, Equipping, & Engaging ELs to Soar to New Levels, New Heights” Thank you to Chief Dr. Norman C. Sauce III and the Division of Student Services. 🩵🧡 #DCSD #ProfessionalLearning

Thanks for the invite and continued collaboration. I was honored and humbled to speak.

High School Area Reality Check session was on 🔥 🔥 🔥! Attendance ⬆️, Discipline ⬇️, Gifted identification ⬆️, MAP growth & achievement percentiles ⬆️ in math & reading, freshmen on track ⬆️. Way to lead the way, High School Area Team! #TheDeKalbDifference

We celebrated Dr. Tawanna Robertson as DeKalb Schools, GA Student Services Division Employee of the Year! She dutifully serves as Behavior Liaison Team Lead in the Department of Exceptional Education. She brightly shines the light of acceptance, inclusion, & resilience for us all!

“Check-in with the Chief” @ Dr. MLK, Jr. HS- DeKalb Schools, GA Student Services teammates gave insightful, candid, & actionable feedback on improving our collaboration across departments to elevate conditions for scholars. Thank you, Dr. Hemphill & Student Ambassadors for hosting!