
Itās officially Senior Spotlight season, and we couldnāt be more proud to shine a light on some of our recent graduates!
Today weāre featuring Dalton High School graduate Maddy Stacy!
As Maddy Stacy spent her time at Dalton High School, she was an exceptionally driven student who constantly excelled. Maddy was considered an outstanding scholar who was not only a part of the DHS varsity track and field team, Interact Club, Beta Club, National Honor Society, and Pep Club, but who also prioritized her academic success. She was able to maintain all Aās every single year, ranking in the top 10 of her class, and receiving her early decision acceptance into The University of Georgia, all of which she considers her greatest high school achievements. When she looks back at the memories she has made over the last four years, her favorites all revolve around the time she spent with the friends she made and becoming closer to them each day. This fall, Maddy will attend The University of Georgia to study Accounting, a career path she chose out of a strong passion and love for working with numbers and mathematics. Dalton Public Schools is incredibly proud of Maddyās academic excellence and achievements, and we look forward to seeing all she accomplishes in the future!
Way to go Maddy!

Itās officially Senior Spotlight season, and we couldnāt be more proud to shine a light on some of our recent graduates!
Today weāre featuring Dalton High School graduate Victoria Amaro!
While Victoria Amaro attended Dalton High School, she was an incredibly dedicated student who poured her heart into both her school and local community. Victoria was heavily involved in the DHS Student Council, Catamount Singers, the Big Brothers Big Sisters Buddy Program, and served as a part of the Youth United Council and the Youth United Ambassadors. Additionally, she shared her time by teaching Sunday school classes at her church, Iglesia Bautista Nueva Vida. Victoria considers her greatest high school achievements to be maintaining a flawless 4.0 GPA across all four years and having the opportunity to connect with so many people through her community involvement. Looking back, her favorite memories all revolve around spending time with the people she loves and growing alongside them. This fall, Victoria will attend The University of Georgia to study Cognitive Science, a path she chose out of a deeply rooted passion for psychology. Dalton Public Schools is incredibly proud of Victoriaās outstanding leadership and academic excellence, and we look forward to seeing all she accomplishes in her next chapter!
Way to go Victoria!

This yearās theme, āYoung Authors,ā invited families to explore literacy through hands-on stations designed to spark imagination and build early language skills. From creating silly stories and performing puppet shows to examining illustrations, stitching letters, and even making a stop motion film, students practiced important skills like vocabulary, comprehension, oral language, sequencing, fine motor development, and early writing.
Most importantly, families had the chance to learn, laugh, and create together while celebrating the power of stories. We are so thankful for this meaningful opportunity to support our youngest learners as they grow into confident readers, writers, and storytellers!










Itās officially Senior Spotlight season, and we couldnāt be more proud to shine a light on some of our recent graduates!
Today weāre featuring Dalton High School graduate Asher Renfroe!
As Asher Renfroe spent his time at Dalton High School, he proved to be a remarkable student-athlete who excelled both on the field and in the classroom. He participated in multiple school-based programs, such as the National Honor Society, the Big Brother Big Sister Buddy Program, and the FCA Impact Team. He was also a player on the DHS baseball team, where he helped lead a historic turnaround for the program, flipping their record from two consecutive losing seasons to back-to-back 18+ win seasons. Asherās hard work and commitment earned him First Team All-Region honors once, Second Team All-Region honors twice, and recognition as a three-time Scholar-Athlete, all while maintaining a 4.0 GPA. When he looks back at the memories he made at Dalton High, his absolute favorite memory is beating Calhoun to advance to the state playoffs. This fall, Asher will attend Shorter University to dual major in Business and Biology. Dalton Public Schools is incredibly proud of Asherās dedication and leadership, and we wish him the absolute best in his next chapter!
Way to go Asher!

Itās officially Senior Spotlight season, and we couldnāt be more proud to shine a light on some of our recent graduates!
Today weāre featuring Dalton Academy graduate Helen Gonzalez!
During Helen Gonzalezās time at The Dalton Academy, she discovered the value of teamwork and dedication. Helen consistently stayed active on campus, leading to her favorite high school achievement: her rewarding decision to join TDA sports. When she reflects on her time as a Puma, her absolute favorite memories come from the moments right after games, where the entire team would sit down together to relax, celebrate their hard work, and bond while enjoying a meal. Following graduation, Helen plans to attend Dalton State College and study to become a veterinarian. Dalton Public Schools is incredibly proud of Helenās dedication, and we cannot wait to see all the amazing things she accomplishes in her future career!
Way to go Helen!

Today weāre featuring Dalton High School graduate Annabelle Rollins!
While Annabelle Rollins attended Dalton High School, she was an extremely well-rounded student, achieving excellence in academics, leadership, and athletics. She was heavily involved on campus, serving as Key Club President and participating in the National Honor Society, Beta Club, Pep Club, and the DHS Den Print Studio. During her four years in high school, she was an outstanding varsity tennis player, becoming the 2024 region champions. Her dedication extended into her academics and creative talents, earning her the title of AP Scholar with Distinction and recognition as the Young Georgia Authors District Winner in both 2023 and 2025. When she reflects on her time as a catamount, her favorite memories are her very first day of senior year and simply getting to experience high school alongside her best friends. This fall, Annabelle will attend Georgia College and State University to study Marketing, a path she chose because it will provide her with a broad number of opportunities across a variety of industries. Dalton Public Schools is incredibly proud of Annabelleās exceptional achievements, and we cannot wait to see all she accomplishes in her next chapter!
Way to go Annabelle!

This yearās theme, āA Bugās Life,ā brought together the excitement of math and science as students worked through six engaging stations that combined counting, problem-solving, and insect-themed fun! From plastic spiders and web mats to fly swatters and dice games, every activity was designed to spark curiosity and build foundational math skills in a playful, memorable way.
Families rotated through stations including:
Roll, Find, and Stamp ā practicing number recognition and fine motor skills
Race to Fill ā counting and comparing using dice, cups, and pom-poms
How Many Bugs Am I Hiding? ā building estimation and early addition skills
Subitizing Cups ā recognizing quantities quickly using dot stickers and patterns
Smack the Bug Counting Game ā developing number fluency with a fun twist
Collecting Bugs ā exploring preschool-level addition with bugs and butterflies
It was a fantastic afternoon of math, movement, and memory-making for our young learners and their families!










Itās officially Senior Spotlight season, and we couldnāt be more proud to shine a light on some of our recent graduates!
Today weāre featuring Dalton High School graduate Rogelio Herrera Jr!
During Rogelio Herrera Jr.ās time at Dalton High School, he discovered a deep passion for the arts and a community that changed his life. He was heavily involved on campus through choir and theater, completing Drama 1, 2, and 3, IB Theater Arts, and spending three years participating in Catamount Singers. He made countless memories at DHS, but his absolute favorite was stepping up as the stage manager for the schoolās production of āHetty Feather,ā a leadership role he had aimed for since his freshman year. Looking back, Rogelio considers his greatest high school achievement to be making amazing, talented friends who supported him through thick and thin and pushed him to take risks. This fall, Rogelio will attend Dalton State College to study marketing, a path he chose because of his high school economics class, where he discovered a love for the business world. Dalton Public Schools is incredibly proud of Rogelio and looks forward to seeing all the wonderful things he accomplishes in this next chapter!
Way to go Rogelio!

Today weāre featuring Dalton High School graduate Alyson Zepeda!
During Alyson Zepedaās time at Dalton High School, she was extremely hardworking and consistently achieved the goals she set for herself. She pushed herself to excel in the classroom, leading to the proud accomplishment of raising her GPA during her junior and senior years and making her mother incredibly proud. Alyson brought the same dedication onto the soccer field, where she earned the āMost Improved JVā Award. When she reflects on her time at Dalton High School and the memories she made, her absolute favorite is from her freshman photography class with Mr. Riner, where she and her close friends would laugh so hard they could barely breathe, all while enjoying the delicious brownies Mr. Riner brought for his classes each week. This fall, Alyson will attend Dalton State College to study biology with the goal of becoming a neurologist. Dalton Public Schools is incredibly proud of Alyson and her perseverance and cannot wait to see all the amazing things she accomplishes in her future career!
Way to go Alyson!

Itās officially Senior Spotlight season, and we couldnāt be more proud to shine a light on some of our recent graduates!
Today weāre featuring Dalton High School graduate Victor Uriel Colina!
During Victor Uriel Colinaās time at Dalton High School, he showed a strong work ethic and amazing academic excellence. Victor worked extremely hard in the classroom, leading him to maintain a perfect 4.0 GPA, place in the top 30 of his class, and become a member of National Honor Society. He was also an active member of Catamount Singers, Interact Club, and HoPe Club. When he reflects on his time at DHS, his favorite memories are the quiet moments spent eating with his classmates after AP tests and talking about life. This fall, Victor will attend the University of Georgia to study medicine, a path he chose because of his desire to make a difference and potentially save someoneās life. Victor gives all his thanks to his parents, who sacrificed so much for him and his siblings to be able to study in the United States. Dalton Public Schools is incredibly proud of Victorās achievements and looks forward to seeing all he accomplishes in this next chapter!
Way to go Victor!

Today weāre featuring Dalton High School graduate Brizeda Cortez!
While Brizeda Cortez attended Dalton High School, she demonstrated hard work, leadership, and an unwavering commitment to giving her all in everything she did. She balanced a remarkably active schedule by participating in HOSA, Student Council, and the Big Brother Big Sister Buddy Program. She was also a member of the DHS soccer team, where she created some of her most cherished high school memories by spending four years playing alongside amazing, talented teammates and forming lifelong friendships through soccer. Brizedaās dedication truly paid off, resulting in the outstanding achievement of earning the Gate of Opportunity Scholarship to Berry College. This fall, she will attend Berry College in Rome, Georgia, to study animal science with a concentration in pre-veterinary medicine, a path she chose because of her deep connection with animals and her passion for caring and advocating for them. Dalton Public Schools is incredibly proud of Brizedaās accomplishments and cannot wait to see where her hard work takes her!
Way to go Brizeda!

Itās officially Senior Spotlight season, and we couldnāt be more proud to shine a light on some of our recent graduates!
Today weāre featuring Dalton High School graduate Alexander Salaises Zamarripa!
During Alexander Salaises Zamarripaās time at Dalton High School, he balanced remarkable athletic achievements with a strong dedication to academics. He constantly pushed his limits, resulting in amazing accomplishments such as maintaining excellent grades and becoming a member of National Honor Society. Equally impressive, in only his second year of wrestling, he placed third at regionals and successfully qualified for sectionals. When Alexander looks back at the memories he made as a Catamount, his favorite is winning a school soccer tournament with his friends during his junior year. This fall, Alexander will attend Georgia Northwestern Technical College (GNTC) to study Electrical Systems Technology. Dalton Public Schools is incredibly proud of Alexanderās hard work and dedication and looks forward to seeing all he accomplishes in this next chapter!
Way to go Alexander!

Itās officially Senior Spotlight season, and we couldnāt be more proud to shine a light on some of our recent graduates!
Today weāre featuring Dalton High School graduate Valeria Ferreira-Ponce!
Valeria Ferreira-Ponceās journey at Dalton High School showed both her personal growth and academic excellence. Over the last four years, she actively worked to improve her social skills and watched them flourish. She was recognized three years in a row to receive the Young Georgia Authorsā award. When she reflects on her time at DHS, her favorite memory is a rainy afternoon that despite the awful weather, she and her classmates stayed until the very end of a friendās lacrosse game, where they laughed, had a great time, and showed unwavering support. This fall, Valeria will attend Georgia Northwestern Technical College (GNTC) to study nursing. She chose this career out of the genuine love for helping others and to pave a path to eventually become a travel nurse, combining her passion for patient care and her desire to explore new places. Dalton Public Schools is incredibly proud of Valeriaās achievements and character, and we cannot wait to see the positive impact she makes in her future!
Way to go Valeria!

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Today weāre featuring Cyber Academy graduate Analy Pimentel!
While Analy Pimentel attended the Cyber Academy, she showed exceptional determination and a clear vision for her academic future. Throughout her high school years, Analy committed fully to her studies, resulting in some of her proudest accomplishments: completing a dual enrollment semester at Georgia Northwestern Technical College, earning a scholarship to her dream school, and achieving the remarkable milestone of graduating a full year early. Looking back, her favorite memories include playing varsity soccer for the Lady Pumas during her freshman year and forming wonderful, lasting bonds with her teachers along the way. Analy also shares a huge thank-you to the school social workers, who always do an excellent job helping students stay on the right track. This fall, she will take the next exciting step in her academic journey by attending Toccoa Falls College to pursue a path as an equestrian horse trainer. Dalton Public Schools is incredibly proud of Analyās hard work and motivation and looks forward to seeing all the amazing things she accomplishes in the future!
Way to go Analy!

Today weāre featuring Dalton High School graduate Ben Weaver!
Although Ben Weaver joined Dalton High School during his junior year, he made an immediate and outstanding impact on the school community. Ben adapted smoothly to his new environment with the support of his teachers and peers. His academic dedication earned him a spot in the National Honor Society and recognition as an Honor Graduate. As a dedicated student-athlete, some of Benās most valuable high school memories were made on the baseball field, specifically bonding with his coaches and team during their unforgettable trip to Gulf Shores and celebrating as the team made the state playoffs during his senior year. Ben is incredibly grateful for his time at Dalton High, stating that everyone made him feel welcomed and truly like a Catamount since his first day on campus. Following graduation, Ben will attend Georgia Southern University to study construction management, a path he chose because of his passion for hands-on work. Dalton Public Schools is incredibly proud of Benās adaptability and excellence, and we look forward to seeing all that he builds in his future!
Way to go Ben!

The achievement reflects a shared commitment between Dalton Public Schools, the Dalton Police Department, and the Dalton City Council to provide safe, supportive learning environments for students and staff.
Over the past year, the Dalton Police Department successfully expanded its School Resource Officer program to ensure officer coverage across all district campuses. With staffing and operational plans now fully in place, each Dalton Public Schools campus will have a dedicated full-time SRO serving students, staff, and families throughout the school year.
š Read more: https://www.daltonpublicschools.com/article/3010765

Itās officially Senior Spotlight season, and we couldnāt be more proud to shine a light on some of our recent graduates!
Today weāre featuring Dalton High School graduate Campbell Fox!
While Campbell Fox attended Dalton High School, she demonstrated a brilliant combination of academic excellence and a heart for community service. During her four years, Campbell consistently showed strong motivation toward her academic performance, enabling her to maintain straight Aās, earn recognition as an AP Scholar, and rank in the top 10 of her graduating class for multiple years. Beyond her dedication to her studies, she was extremely involved in her community, serving as a dedicated member of several organizations such as the Big Brother Big Sisters Program, United Way Youth Council, Latin Club, and Interact Club. She was also involved in the National Honor Society and National Beta Club, consisting of high school students who maintain a minimum of a 3.0 GPA and commit to doing a specific number of service hours under these programs. Alongside these many extracurricular activities, she also competed as a passionate equestrian and was a part of her churchās youth group. Reflecting on her years at Dalton High, Campbellās favorite moments center around the unforgettable times spent alongside her closest friends and the teachers who supported her throughout high school. When she looks back at all of her accomplishments, one major milestone for her was being accepted into Wake Forest University. This fall, she will be attending Wake Forest to pursue a degree in Chemistry with a minor in Business on a Pre-veterinary track. Dalton Public Schools is incredibly proud of Campbellās outstanding achievements, and we cannot wait to see her excel in this next chapter!
Way to go Campbell!

Itās officially Senior Spotlight season, and we couldnāt be more proud to shine a light on some of our recent graduates!
Today weāre featuring Dalton High School graduate Ethan Bailon!
During Ethan Bailonās time at Dalton High School, he showed a strong sense of pride and dedication towards achieving his academic milestones. Throughout his high school career, Ethan focused heavily on staying on top of his classes, resulting in his proudest achievement: being able to graduate with full credits! When looking back at his time at DHS, Ethan is thankful for the incredible people he met along the way who truly helped define his experience, stating that his high school years wouldnāt have been nearly as special without the connections he made and the memories created. This fall, Ethan will take the next step in his journey by attending Georgia Northwestern Technical College (GNTC) to study welding. He chose this path due to a passion for hands-on, independent work that has interested him since middle school. Dalton Public Schools is incredibly proud of Ethanās hard work and commitment, and we look forward to seeing all the amazing things he accomplishes in his future!
Way to go Ethan!

Itās officially Senior Spotlight season, and we couldnāt be more proud to shine a light on some of our recent graduates!
Today weāre featuring Dalton High School graduate Huda Rizvi Waseem!
While Huda Rizvi Waseem attended Dalton High School, she showed an exceptional commitment to rigorous academics and the creative arts. During her time, she maintained a flawless 4.0 unweighted GPA and earned straight Aās while taking the load of the AP, IB, and dual-enrollment courses. Allowing her to gain recognition as an AP scholar and a member of the National Honor Society and National Art Honor Society. Alongside all of these academic success, Huda also achieved many fine arts accomplishments, earning her the Fine Arts Diploma Seal and completed her rigorous IB Visual Arts exhibition. This program is a challenging two-year journey where students do not only make art, also gain a strong understanding of art history and the entire creative process. Her talent also gained recognition across the Whitefield county community, where she won first place and had artwork displaced annually at the North Georgia Fair and the Creative Arts Guild. Now that Huda has graduated, she will attend Kennesaw State University to pursue a degree in nursing, driven by her desire to give back to the community, having a career in a field that makes constant positive difference in peopleās lives. We are incredibly proud of Hudaās achievements and look forward to seeing her thrive in her next chapter!
Way to go Huda!
