Athletics & Activities

In order to be eligible to participate in any school activities and athletics, a student must meet the requirements of any or all of the following bodies: the Georgia High School Association, the State Board of Education, and the City Schools of Decatur Board of Education. Student eligibility is found here in the bylaws.

The handbook for Decatur High School Athletics and Activities is here.

Participation in athletics, clubs, and/or extracurricular activities at Decatur High School is a privilege, not a property right. Participants in athletics, clubs, and/or extracurricular activities are to be mindful that they are representative of the school community and should continually seek to uphold high ethical and moral standards.

Any arrests and/or infractions referenced in this handbook including those that occur on campus, off campus, during school hours and after school hours.
The administration of Decatur High School reserves the right to remove a student from an elected or appointed position of honor or office.

Clubs and Student Organizations

By participating in a school activity, students play an important role in establishing traditions and events that will benefit our community for many years. Decatur’s academic, social, service, and performing organizations, coupled with a full sports program, will offer something for everyone. Furthermore, students who get involved in school activities realize greater academic success than those who are not involved. Clubs and student organizations are a privilege at Decatur High School. Decatur High School reserves the right to remove students from clubs and student organizations for violations of the City Schools of Decatur Code of Conduct.

The many organizations listed on the school’s website provide students with an opportunity to personally fulfill our motto, “Carpe Diem.” Additional information, including a complete list of clubs and student organizations that meet at DHS, can be found on the school website under the “Students” tab > “Clubs”. If students are interested in forming a club, information can be found here or by contacting the principal.

In accordance with state law, a list of clubs and organizations comprised of students who wish to organize and meet common goals, objectives, or purposes and which are directly under the sponsorship, direction, and control of the school should be available for parent review. The DHS clubs and activities can be found on the school website: DHS Clubs and Activities.

Competitive interscholastic activities or events do not fall within the definition of "clubs and organizations" under state law. If you do not want your child to participate in any of the clubs listed below, you must sign an opt-out form provided by the school system during the first week of school and return the form to the principal.

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