Dacula Middle School

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FAQs

Which immunizations will my child need for enrollment?

MMR - Measles, Mumps, and Rubella booster - Each student enrolled in a Georgia school must have an MMR booster to enter sixth grade. Immunization must be recorded on Georgia form 3032 or form 3189 and on file in the student's permanent record. Make sure your 2nd MMR booster is on file at the elementary school before June. Questions? Contact Gloria Harrison.

What are the hours of the school day?

Dacula Middle's day begins for students at the 9:20 bell and ends at 4:00.
If you drive your student to school, you may drop him/her off beginning at 8:45.
Car riders and walkers are dismissed first, at 4:00, then bus riders.
The latest time for student checkout is 3:30.

What subject areas are included in the academic areas and Connections?

Students will have four core academic subjects: Math, Language Arts, Social Studies, and Science. Your student will also be assigned to two Connection classes which include: PE, Band, Orchestra, Chorus, Spanish, Drama, Computer Science, Health, Art, Music Education, and Careers. All middle school students are required to participate in Physical Education for two grading periods, and are also required to take Health for one grading period. All students are expected to dress out for PE, however, there is no uniform.

What are the grading periods and scales?

Dacula Middle School has 4 nine week grading periods. Gwinnett County's grading scale is as follows:
A = 90- 100, B = 80 - 89, C = 74 - 79, D = 70 - 73, U = 0-69

How do students sign up for band, orchestra, or chorus?

If the students wish to learn to play a band or orchestra instrument or sing in the chorus, they will have the chance to sign up for these classes during the first few weeks of school. Band, orchestra, and chorus programs are yearlong commitments. Therefore, your child's connection classes are limited.

What do I do if my child needs to receive medication while at school?

Students needing to take medication at school must bring a note from their parents. All medication is stored and given in the clinic by our clinic clerk. If students need to have immediate medicine, e.g., aspirin or Tylenol, we cannot give them any unless they have a personal bottle in the clinic.
Questions? E-mail Tammy O'Brien or visit our DMS CLINIC PAGE.

When do clubs or other student activities take place?

Clubs and school activities other than Intramurals will be before the school day. Announcements will be made during the school year informing students of the dates and times for various clubs and activities. Visit the CLUBS PAGE for more information about the various clubs that are offered at DMS.

When can I purchase spirit wear for my child?

Spirit Wear is available to purchase through our school store, the Falcon's Nest. Purchases can be made during Orientation or throughout the school year. The Falcon's Nest is open every morning throughout the year from 9:00-9:20 and is operated by our Future Business Leaders of America organization here at DMS.