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Digital Citizenship Curriculum
Help students and parents learn more about protecting their own privacy by integrating a dose of Digital Citizenship into your daily instructional practices. Utilize the Digital Citizenship units designed and provided by Common Sense Media. These comprehensive unites are outlined by grade-bands on the

DeKalb County Schools
Pre-K Registration Packet Pick Up
(Additional information provided the day of pick up)
Tuesday, May 20, 2025 from 8:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m.
DeKalb West Elementary application available at DeKalb West Elementary
Smithville Elementary application available at
Ernest Ray Education Center/Board of Education
Documents Required for the PreK Application:
Original Certificate of Birth
Current Physical Examination
Current Certification of Immunization
Proof of Income for All Household Members
Proof of Residency
First Priority will be given to children:
4 years old on or before August 15, 2025
and meet income eligibility.
For information call:
Michelle Burklow
615-597-4084
The following locations can be utilized for hotspots to download assignments if needed:
- DeKalb Middle School Parking lot
- Northside Elementary School Parking lot
- DeKalb West School Parking lot
- DTC Office Smithville location (beside Walmart)
200 Walmart Drive
- DTC Office Location in Alexandria
111 High Street
Community Center Locations
Belk, Blue Springs, Temperance Hall, Keltonburg, Midway

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Statement of Non-Discrimination
It is the policy of the DeKalb County School District not to discriminate on the basis of sex, race, national origin, creed, age, marital status or disability in its educational programs or activities as required by the Title VI and VII of the 1964 Civil Rights Act and Title IX of the 1972 Educational Amendments and Section 504 of the Federal Rehabilitation Act of 1973.
Accessibility Statement
DeKalb County Schools strives to make our website accessible to everyone. If for any reason you have issues reading or need help with any section of this website please contact Dekalb County Schools at 615-597-4084 and someone will help you with any posted information.