Dolphin Weekly Newsletter

Dolphin Weekly

Sunday, September 21, 2025

Fall Break

We hope you enjoy your Fall Break this week!

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Hispanic Heritage Night at Dowell!

It was wonderful to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Night with our staff and families!

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Safety & Security Reminder

Thank you, parents, for always showing your Drivers License when visiting the school. Please remember we can only accept the actual ID (not a photo on your phone). This applies during the school day and for ASP. We appreciate your support in keeping our students safe!

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It's not too late! We value your voice!

The Cognia Student, Parent, and Staff Surveys give our school community the chance to share valuable feedback about student learning and well-being this year. Your input is anonymous, voluntary, and highly encouraged.

By taking a few minutes to complete the survey, you’ll help provide important information to Cognia (our accrediting agency), Cobb County School District, and Dowell Elementary. This feedback guides us in strengthening our learning environment, supporting our staff, and ensuring every student thrives.

Your voice matters—thank you for helping us continue to grow together!

Click Here: eProve™ surveys

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Save the Date!

9/22 - 9/26

Fall Break - No School

Tuesday 9/30

5:30 Gifted Eligibility Meeting

Wednesday 10/1

PICTURE DAY

Thursday, 10/2

Kindergarten Opera Performing Arts Show

October 6-10

Bookfair

October 6 - 8

CoGAT testing for 1st & 3rd Grade students

October 8

Kindergarten to Carolton Farms

October 9

PTA Movie Night

October 10

Terrific Kids "Integrity"

October 13

Digital Learning Day

October 14-17

Conference Week
Early Dismissal 12:30

October 16

District Honor Chorus

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From the Principal's Desk

Families,

We are now seven weeks into the school year, and I could not be prouder of our Dowell Dolphins! Our students are truly showing that they know and understand the rituals and routines of our school. They are walking in beautiful WAVE lines, using appropriate voice levels, and showing kindness and respect in all they do. Their manners are amazing, and their Dolphin pride shines through each day.

Our teachers are leading the way with positivity and enthusiasm for learning. The energy in the classrooms and hallways reflects a community that values respect, responsibility, and a love for learning.

This year’s theme, “Creating Tomorrow Together,” is coming to life each day at Dowell. As students and staff work side by side, they are not only meeting expectations but also building habits, skills, and character that will shape their future.

Thank you for your continued partnership in making Dowell a place where we truly are Creating Tomorrow Together—and where every student is empowered to live their BEST life!

Dr. Cain

principal

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Reminders:

ID Requirement: A picture ID is required every time you visit the school. Please show it to the camera at the right front door and press the button (door bell). A staff member will confirm your reason for visiting and verify your child’s information before buzzing you in. Upon entry, always go straight to the front office.
Visiting for Lunch? You’re welcome to sit with your child in the cafeteria during their lunch time. We kindly ask that you not bring fast food or restaurant meals, as it’s not fair to other students. Please check out at the front office after your visit.
Do NOT Enter: For student and staff safety, please do not use the DO NOT ENTER/Buses Only entrance during AM or PM carpool.

Picture Day is Coming

Picture day is October 1st. All students will be photographed for the yearbook. If you would like to order pictures, please order at www.GCIPortraits.com with school code D112.

National PTA Reflections

ll paperwork needed is online on the PTA Reflections website https://www.pta.org/home/programs/reflections

Email Dowell PTA @dowellpta@gmail.com if you have any questions

Due Date to submit entries to Mr. Itnyre - October 10th- PTSA Reflections submissions

All paperwork needed is online on the PTA Reflections website https://www.pta.org/home/programs/reflections

See attachments for guidelines and a application.

5th Grade Families- Recorders

Today, I am writing to ask for your support of our amazing 5th Graders and their musical journey. By donating just $5.00 your student will receive their own personal musical recorder instrument. They will be able to use their instrument in music class and take it home for practice as well. The $5.00 donation pays for a 2-piece soprano recorder, a cleaning rod, a durable case, and a fingering chart.

If students are not able to purchase their own personal recorder through our school, they will be provided a recorder as part of a class set. These recorders will remain at school and will be sanitized through our cafeteria dishwasher daily after each use.

Movie Night

Please join us for our annual Movie Night on Thursday October 9th from 6-8pm,

📚 Dowell PTA Fall 2025 Book Fair – Volunteers Needed! 🎉

🙋‍♀️ We Need Volunteers! 🙋‍♀️

Help us bring the joy of reading to Dowell students!

🧡 All volunteers receive 20% off purchases during their shift! 🧡

📌 Sign up here ➡️ [Parent Volunteers]📌

🛒 Online Shopping OPEN!

Browse and shop online through the Dowell Literati Online Store — perfect for exclusive items and monthly subscriptions.

🏫 In-Person Book Fair COMING SOON!!

📅 Thursday, 10/02/25 through Friday, 10/10/25

Students will preview & shop with their classes during school hours. Keep an eye out for teacher emails with specific dates as we get closer to October.

🎁 Set Your Student Up for Success:

Gift Cards: The easiest way to shop! BUY and PRINT a Literati gift card and send it to school with your student on their scheduled shopping day.
Wish Lists: A personalized list will come home with your student in early October. Review it together to help them make thoughtful choices.
Online Options: Can’t make it in person? Shop online and explore even more books, including exclusive titles and subscription options.

📚 Let’s make this year’s Book Fair an unforgettable celebration of reading! Thank you for supporting our Dowell students and teachers. Every purchase you make helps put new books into our media center and classrooms — directly enriching the learning experience for all our students. We appreciate your support as we grow a love of reading at Dowell!🐬