Superintendent, Dr. Devon Horton
Dr. Devon Horton serves as superintendent of the DeKalb County School District, managing the day-to-day operations of a diverse educational system with more than 92,000 students, 14,500 employees and a budget of $2.6 billion. Continue »
We proudly present the 2024-2029 Strategic Plan, guiding student success and achievement. Developed through extensive community input, it reflects insights from thousands of stakeholders. This plan addresses challenges, expands successes, and aligns all staff with our mission. Visit the Strategic Plan page for more information!
The Capital Improvement Program (C.I.P.) spans from four to ten years, identifying the facility needs of the district and outlines specific goals related to design and construction of improvements to, additions to, and/or construction of new school facilities. Visit the CIP page for more information!
DeKalb County School District (DCSD) is launching the Student Assignment Project (SAP) to reimagine programs, boundaries, and buildings through data analysis, reviewed every five years with ESPLOST. This plan prepares students to Enroll, Employ, Engage in Entrepreneurship, and Enlist after graduation. Visit the SAP page for more information!
Austin Elementary’s Sarv Dharavane Returns to the Scripps National Spelling Bee Championships
After Winning a Second Consecutive State Title Sarv Dharavane, the remarkable 11-year-old fifth-grader from Austin Elementary School, will have another chance to compete for the Scripps National Spelling Bee Championships after winning the 64th Annual Georgia Association of Educators State Spelling Bee, achieving his second [...]
Cedar Grove Elementary and Tucker High Wins at National Film Festival In St. Louis
March 20, 2025 Two DeKalb County School District (DCSD) achieved significant wins at the Association for Positive Behavior Support (APBS) Film Festival held on March 14 during the annual APBS conference in St. Louis, Missouri. These recognitions were all thanks to Cedar Grove Elementary School [...]
One Teacher’s Inspiring, Full-Circle Journey at Kingsley Elementary
We’re celebrating the incredible impact of our DeKalb alumni—leaders, innovators, and difference makers—through our new #DeKalbMade feature video and story series! If you’re a DeKalb alum making a difference locally or globally, we want to hear from you. Visit dekalbschoolsga.org/alumni/ to learn more! [...]
District 1 Community Gathering
March 24, 2025 District 1 Community GatheringParents, guardians, and stakeholders in District 1 can meet new school board member Mr. Andrew Ziffer, and get the latest news about DCSD and District 1. The meeting will [...]
I am DeKalb Made
March 17, 2025 I am DeKalb Made In the front left corner of Mr. Steven Etcher’s desk sits a photo that captures a moment in time, one that resonates deeply with his second-grade students. [...]
AP Honor Schools
March 3, 2025 AP Honor Schools DCSD is proud to announce that 20 of its schools have been named 2025 Advanced Placement Honor Schools, earning recognition in an impressive 50 categories...--> Read More [...]
Student Assignment at a Glance
February 24, 2025 Student Assignment at a Glance For months, SAP committees have played a crucial role in reviewing student assignments to DCSD schools, a process that goes beyond adjusting attendance boundaries. Composed of teachers, [...]
