The Dalton Academy

📣 Field Trip Opportunity for Juniors & Seniors — Future Fest
All 11th and 12th grade students have the opportunity to attend Future Fest, a local career and job fair held at the Dalton Convention Center. Students will have the chance to meet local employers, explore career options, and learn about jobs, internships, and future opportunities.
Transportation Schedule:
Wednesday, February 11th
Seniors: Depart around 8:45 AM and return by 11:00 AM
Juniors: Depart around 10:45 AM and return by 12:15 PM
Future Fest is hosted by Dalton Public Schools, Junior Achievement of Georgia, and the Greater Dalton Chamber of Commerce and is designed to help students explore career pathways and connect with local industries.
Please see the attached flyer for details about expectations.

Pumas, get ready! 🎓 Here’s what you need to know about an upcoming college visit.

Help us give a HUGE CONGRATULATIONS to the 2026 Homecoming Court. Pictures to come later. The 2026 Homecoming Queen and her Princesses will be crowned during halftime of the varsity soccer game on 2/27.

If you are interested in your student taking college Dual Enrollment courses next year, please come to one of our Dual Enrollment Interest Meetings at TDA!
Monday, February 2 at 6:30 pm
Wednesday, February 4 at 9:00 am

We are proud to announce our 2025–2026 Kiwanis STAR Student, Diego Cuna, and his chosen STAR Teacher, Ana Ortega! 🎉

The Kiwanis STAR Student program recognizes a senior who earns the highest SAT score. This honor reflects outstanding academic achievement and dedication.

As part of this recognition, the STAR Student selects a teacher who has made a meaningful impact on their academic journey. Diego selected Ms. Ortega in recognition of her influence, support, and commitment to student success.

Diego and Ms. Ortega will be honored in the coming days at a luncheon hosted by the Kiwanis Club of Dalton, alongside other local STAR Students and Teachers.

Congratulations to Diego and Ms. Ortega — we are incredibly proud of you both! ⭐

Parents and Guardians,
We need your assistance! Please take a moment to complete this short School Climate Survey. Your input will help us make decisions for our school to make TDA even better!
https://survey.gadoe.org/FM?sid=6B051D6F
Thank you in advance.

Padres y tutores:
¡Necesitamos su ayuda! Por favor, tómense un momento para completar esta breve Encuesta sobre el Clima Escolar. Sus opiniones nos ayudarán a tomar decisiones para mejorar nuestra escuela y hacer que TDA sea aún mejor.
https://survey.gadoe.org/FM?sid=6B051D6F
Gracias de antemano.

TDA will provide a School Day SAT exam time for any interested student. March 11, 2026 at TDA. Sign up today in the counseling office. Deadline for sign ups February 25th.

Friday picture of the day- Advanced Chemistry students conducting a lab.

Save the Date: Homecoming Week 2026!
Join us February 23–27, 2026 for a week full of school spirit, celebrations, and community fun!
Don’t miss the Homecoming Parade on Friday, Feb. 27 at 4:00 PM, the pep session, and the Homecoming Court Coronation during the varsity soccer game.
More details coming soon—we can’t wait to celebrate with you! 🐾

MAP Testing has been postponed to next Tuesday, January 13th, due to technology concerns. MAP Testing is for all 9th and 10th-graders.

We will hold a Parent ACCESS meeting this Thursday at either 8:00 AM or 3:00 PM.

You can find our weekly Puma Famiy Newsletter here: https://app.smore.com/n/1vk5d

Let's get ready, Pumas! Dress up Days next week.

Forensics students completed a blood spatter lab to show different ways blood could come in contact with a surface.

Tonight’s the night! 🎉
Math & Science Night • 6:00 PM
Enjoy:
• Hands-on activities
• VR experiences
• Take-home STEM fun
• Caroling & giveaways
FREE and family-friendly — come join us!

Help with donations today!