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Dacula Middle School
137 Dacula Road, Dacula, GA 30019 / 770.963.1110
February 20, 2026
Educational Effectiveness Survey (EES)
Educational Effectiveness Survey (EES)
Gwinnett County Public Schools is administering the Educational Effectiveness Survey (EES) to students in grades 6-8. The student survey and wellness screener results provides us with information and feedback about how students feel about their school, practices that affect student learning, and how well their school is performing.
DMS will be administering this survey this coming Monday, February 23, 2026.
If you would like to opt out, please follow the following directions below:
1) Opt-out by informing the school in writing: Parent/Caregiver may request in writing that their child/children be excluded (opt-out) from taking the survey. The written request must be sent to DMS with their student(s) on Monday morning, 2/23rd.
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2) Opt-out using the Parent Portal: Parent/Caregivers can opt-out for their student(s) in the ParentVUE mobile App. Instructions can be found on the GCPS website.
2026-2027 Connections Sign Ups
2026-2027 Connections Sign Ups
Families of current 6th and 7th graders will receive a ParentSquare message on Monday, 2/23rd about Junior Leadership Corps and Visual Arts Connections classes for next school year. Information about how to express interest for these courses will be outlined and explain the yearlong committment involved for each class.
JLC is open to both Rising 7th and Rising 8th graders.
Visual Arts is open to Rising 8th graders only.
Additional information about additional course sign ups will be coming throughout the semester.
Please note - course placements are not finalized until August 2026 and are subject to availability. Expressing interest does not guarantee placement.
As we prepare for the upcoming observance of Ramadan, we want to ensure that our students and families feel supported, respected, and cared for during this important time. Dacula Middle School is committed to honoring students’ religious practices while maintaining a supportive and inclusive learning environment for all.
To assist students who will be observing Ramadan, the following accommodations and supports will be available:
Prayer During the School Day
Students who request space for prayer will be provided access to a designated location on campus. Families or students should contact their grade-level administrator to coordinate.
Alternate Lunch Location for Students Who Are Fasting
Students who are fasting may use a designated alternate location during the lunch period. Please contact your grade-level administrator to arrange this support.
Physical Education (PE) Accommodations
Students observing Ramadan may request alternate activities in PE. Students will not be penalized if they are unable to fully participate due to fasting.
Take-Home Meals During Ramadan
Gwinnett County Public Schools’ School Nutrition Program (Cafe Gwinnett) will offer take-home meals for students who are fasting from February 17, 2026, through March 19, 2026.
Students who wish to participate must meet the following criteria:
Meals will be provided based on Free, Reduced, or Paid eligibility and pricing.
Students must be enrolled as a GCPS student.
Students must be enrolled at the school where they receive meals.
Students must be in attendance on the day they receive meals.
Meals must be picked up at the end of the school day in a location coordinated by the local school.
Parent/Guardian must register weekly, no later than 4:00 PM each Thursday, for the following week.
Students who receive take-home meals cannot participate in the school breakfast or lunch program during the school day.
To register for take-home meals and learn more, please complete the following form:
https://forms.office.com/r/WQqPEHNeMv
Our goal is to partner with families to ensure students can fully observe Ramadan while continuing to feel supported and successful at school. If you have questions or would like to request accommodations, please contact your child’s grade-level administrator.
Thank you for allowing us to support and serve your family.
Evolv Detection Systems Updates
Evolv Detection Systems Updates
As part of Gwinnett County Public Schools’ (GCPS) continued commitment to student and staff safety, we have implemented the Evolv weapons detection system at Dacula Middle School. This system will be used during morning arrival at designated entry points. Evolv is a state-of-the-art, touchless screening technology designed to detect potential threats while allowing students and visitors to move quickly and safely into the building.
Here’s what you need to know:
Entry Points: Look for clearly marked entrances with Evolv systems.
There is no need to remove phones, keys, and wallets from your pockets, purses, or bags.
If an alert is triggered, a quick secondary screening may be required.
Arrive early to avoid delays.
The implementation of the Evolv weapons detection system is part of a broader, multi-layered safety strategy that includes:
Enhanced staff training in emergency response and threat detection.
Upgraded surveillance and security monitoring systems
Ongoing collaboration with local law agencies.
We appreciate your support as we work together to maintain a safe and welcoming school environment.
Safety is a Priority in GCPS
Safety is a Priority in GCPS
GCPS News
GCPS News
School Redistricting Information
School Redistricting Information
For information, timeline, maps, and access to the GCPS feedback survey, please visit the
Soccer Season is Here!
Soccer Season is Here!
8th Grade Events & Information
8th Grade Events & Information
Tickets can be purchased on MyPaymentsPlus for $25 each until Saturday, February 28th.
Prices will increase to $30 from March 1st until March 6th. The 6th will also be the final sale date in order to have an accurate count for food.
As a reminder, starting January 5th, any major discipline referrals will disqualify students from having the opportunity to attend the 8th Grade Dance on March 13th.
Additional information about this event will be sent out shortly so please stay tuned.
Thank you for your cooperation and understanding with this policy.
8th Grade Day ~ Friday, May 15th
Dues for this event are $30 and can be paid on MyPaymentsPlus.
Please Join Us
Please Join Us
What's Going on at DMS?
What's Going on at DMS?
2025-2026 Important S2 Dates
2025-2026 Important S2 Dates
Monday, February 23rd - Friday, February 27th: Black History Month Spirit Week
Wednesday, February 25th - Friday, March 6th: Spring Book Fair
Monday, March 2nd: Gwinnett Writes Assessment (6th & 7th Grades)
Wednesday, March 4th & Thursday, March 5th: S2 Interim Exams
Wednesday, March 4th & Thursday, March 5th: Early Release Days - Dismissal starts at 1:20pm!
Friday, March 13th: Digital Learning Day
Wednesday, March 18th: Career Fair
Monday, April 6th - Friday, April 10th: Spring Break - No School
Monday, April 20th - Thursday, April 30th: Georgia Milestones Testing
Wednesday, May 20th: Last Day of School
** S2 Final Exam Dates coming soon! **
Come on out and support our DMS VEX Robotics Team Dacula Dynamos in the Middle School State Championship!
Tomorrow ~ Saturday, 2/21st
Brookwood High School
1255 Dogwood Road Southwest
Snellville, Georgia 30078
Competition Agenda:
9:30 - 12:30PM - Skills Challenges and Qualifying Rounds
1:15 - 2:15PM - Qualification Matches
Dacula Community Events
Dacula Community Events
iReady Tips and Information
iReady Tips and Information
Car Rider Information and Reminders
Car Rider Information and Reminders
Morning Car Rider Drop Off:
Morning Car Rider Drop Off:
For your child's safety, car riders drop-off starts 8:55 am morning bell in the car rider lane. The car rider lane will close at 9:20 am, and students must be in class by 9:25 to avoid being marked tardy.
Early drop-off (8:00am-8:35am) must be done in the bus zone at the back of our building. Early students should not be dropped off at the front office or in the car rider lane. Students may be dropped off in the bus lane as early as 8:00 am for study hall in the cafeteria.
As a reminder, there is NO LEFT TURN allowed onto or from Dacula Road during drop off and pick up!
Bus Dismissal:
Bus Dismissal:
For your convenience, we post our bus calls on our website to keep you informed of when your student leaves the building by bus. You can access this information each afternoon by logging on to our website.
Click on the Parents/Students tab across the top and then click on Transportation Information. The Bus Call Information button will take you to the real-time slideshow.
Afternoon buses are posted to our website as they arrive at Dacula Middle with the bus call they are part of.
The time that students are called to load that set of buses is listed in the last column.
Buses leave our school approximately 5 - 7 minutes after the time listed in the green column.
** Please refresh your browser page every few minutes for real-time updates. **
Parent Mentors Presents
Parent Mentors Presents
Annual Parent Involvement Survey
Who: Families of students who are receiving special education services
What: Each state is required to conduct a parent survey to measure parent/family perceptions of the success of parent engagement between home and local schools.
When: Available through May 31,2026.
Where: Parents can complete the survey via the survey link below. Letters will be sent home with students on Monday, 2/23rd.
Please use the following link to access the survey.
Por favor utilice el siguiente enlace para acceder a la encuesta.
2026 GCPS Transition Fair
What: The GCPS Transition fair is the Department of Special Education and Psychological Services’ annual event connecting families of students with special needs to resources that will support their journeys toward adulthood. Featured community organizations specialise in supported employment, day programs and community living, recreation and leisure, vocational and career services for special needs, funding and community resources.
When Saturday, March 14
Time: 9:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Where: Peachtree Ridge High School
1555 Old Peachtree Road, Suwanee
For questions, please contact us at Transition.Fair@gcpsk12.org
Special Education Parental Rights Update
Special Education Parental Rights Update
Parents,
Schools will no longer receive hard copies of Parental Rights Booklets. You can also find a copy of your Parental Rights on the district’s website under Special Education and Psychological Services Parent Handbook.
If you would prefer a printed copy of your Parental Rights, please contact me, Charisse Deramus at charisse.deramus@gcpsk12.org, or your child's case manager.
We look forward to a great year of making an impact one student at a time!
Charisse Deramus
Special Education Assistant Principal
GCPS Technology Information
GCPS Technology Information
ParentSquare
ParentSquare
ParentSquare is GCPS's communication tool for families, schools, and teachers.
Be sure you have updated your settings to make sure you are receiving all GCPS and Dacula MS updates and messages:
MyPaymentsPlus
MyPaymentsPlus
For Gwinnett County Public Schools families, MyPaymentsPlus is the resource for student meal accounts, and accessing options to review and pay for school activities.
Stay Connected
Stay Connected
We communicate through our website, social media, ParentSquare, and News from the Nest newsletter.
Please be sure your email is correct on the Parent Portal to ensure you are staying connected.
** If you do not have a Parent Portal account, please contact our registrar's office. **
To find Gwinnett County Food Security Resources:
https://www.gwinnettcounty.com/departments/communityservices/foodsecurityresources
Home of the R.E.A.L. Falcons
Home of the R.E.A.L. Falcons
Dacula Middle School will become a world-class school that provides a safe and nurturing environment where students acquire the knowledge, skills, behaviors, and beliefs to be successful in college and careers in a diverse society.
Dacula Middle School will become a world-class school that provides a safe and nurturing environment where students acquire the knowledge, skills, behaviors, and beliefs to be successful in college and careers in a diverse society.
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