Whitfield County School District

Whitfield County Schools
Address
3264 Cleveland Highway
Dalton
, Georgia, 30721
United States
Coordinates34°45′41″N 84°58′17″W / 34.761261°N 84.971278°W / 34.761261; -84.971278[1]
District information
GradesPre-kindergarten – 12
SuperintendentMike Ewton
AccreditationsSouthern Association of Colleges and Schools
Georgia Accrediting Commission
Students and staff
Enrollment12,317 (2022–23)[2]
Faculty918.80 (FTE)[2]
Staff756.40 (FTE)[3]
Student–teacher ratio13.41[2]
Other information
Telephone(706) 217-6780
Websitewcsga.net

The Whitfield County School District is a public school district in Whitfield County, Georgia, United States, based in an unincorporated area with a Dalton postal address.[4] It serves areas of Whitfield County outside of the Dalton city limits, including the communities of Cohutta, Tunnel Hill, and Varnell. Dalton residents are zoned to Dalton Public Schools.[5]


A little about a whitfield co schools New Hope Middle School New Hope Middle School is a public middle school located in Whitfield County, Georgia, United States. The school serves students in grades 6 through 8 and operates as a Title I school, receiving federal funding to support academic achievement for all students. Overview New Hope Middle School focuses on academic growth, leadership development, and student involvement through athletics and career-based programs. The school mascot is the Kodiak, representing strength, resilience, and school pride. Academics Core academic subjects include: English Language Arts (ELA) Mathematics Science Social Studies Electives include Art and Physical Education (PE). The school also offers agricultural education as part of its Career and Technical Education programs. Career and Technical Education New Hope Middle School has an active Future Farmers of America (FFA) chapter and agricultural (Ag) program. Students participate in leadership conferences, competitions, and hands-on agricultural learning experiences. Athletics The school offers a variety of athletic programs for students in grades 6–8: Cross Country (XC) Track and Field Volleyball Soccer Football Archery Administration Principal: Rodney O'Neal Shields Vice Principal: Beth Yuck 7th Grade Faculty The 7th grade teaching team includes: Mathematics: Stephen Robinette and Amber Dover English Language Arts (ELA): Darlene Morgan Science: Justin Holofeild Social Studies: Justin Holofeild Feeder Pattern Upon completion of 8th grade, students from New Hope Middle School typically attend Northwest Whitfield High School. Community and Support As a Title I school, New Hope Middle School receives federal funding to provide additional academic support and resources to students. Faculty and staff work to maintain a safe and engaging learning environment.

History

Judy Gilreath became the superintendent in 2013.[6]

Schools

The Whitfield County School District has thirteen elementary schools, five middle schools, four high schools, and one charter school.[7]

High schools

Middle schools

  • Eastbrook Middle School
  • New Hope Middle School
  • North Whitfield Middle School
  • Valley Point Middle School
  • Westside Middle School

Elementary schools

  • Antioch Elementary School
  • Beaverdale Elementary School
  • Cedar Ridge Elementary School
  • Cohutta Elementary School
  • Dawnville Elementary School
  • Dug Gap Elementary School
  • Eastside Elementary School
  • New Hope Elementary School
  • Pleasant Grove Elementary School
  • Tunnel Hill Elementary School
  • Valley Point Elementary School
  • Varnell Elementary School
  • Westside Elementary School

Charter school

  • Whitfield County Career Academy

Other facilities

The administration building is outside of the Dalton city limits. The Student Services & Enrollment Building is within the Dalton city limits. The operations facility is not in the Dalton city limits.[4]

References

  1. ^ "Free US Geocoder". Archived from the original on May 11, 2011. Retrieved June 6, 2010.
  2. ^ a b c "Whitfield County". National Center for Education Statistics. Retrieved September 17, 2024.
  3. ^ "Whitfield County-Stats". National Center for Education Statistics. Retrieved September 17, 2024.
  4. ^ a b "About Whitfield County Schools". Whitfield County Schools. Archived from the original on June 24, 2021. Retrieved June 21, 2021. Central Office 1306 South Thornton Avenue Dalton, GA 30720[...]Student Services & Enrollment 201 East Tyler Street Dalton, GA 30721[...]Operations 1030 Hill Road Dalton, GA 30720 - Compare to this map: "Cardboard Dumpster Locations" (PDF). City of Dalton. Retrieved June 21, 2021. - The headquarters area is bounded by Conway, Spruce, and Dixie Highway
  5. ^ "2020 CENSUS - SCHOOL DISTRICT REFERENCE MAP: Whitfield County, GA" (PDF). U.S. Census Bureau. Retrieved June 20, 2021.
  6. ^ "Judy Gilreath is new superintendent of Whitfield Co. Schools". WRCB-TV. March 14, 2013. Retrieved June 21, 2021.
  7. ^ "Schools in Whitfield County". Georgia Board of Education. Retrieved August 21, 2010.
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