Many of us have experienced firsthand the DeKalb County School District’s new approach, as well as the commitment and investment the new administration has shown toward Dunwoody High School. They have listened to our needs in community meetings and directly addressed concerns presented to them.
Recent feasibility studies have confirmed it is now a priority to address overcrowding in the Dunwoody/Region 1 area. In light of this, E-SPLOST is a critical resource for Dunwoody High School.
E-SPLOST (Education Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax) provides funding for schools, with no added tax increase. It is funding that has been approved by DeKalb County voters since its inception in 1997. The 7% sales tax we pay now will remain the same, with 1% continuing to be used ONLY for educational purposes. The current tax allotment (E-SPLOST) will expire on June 30, 2017 unless it is continued by the voters of DeKalb County on May 24.
E-SPLOST money can be used to improve current facility conditions, build new additions to relieve overcrowding, upgrade school safety, security, and technology, add buses, and fund other capital equipment needs. More information is available here: http://www.dekalbschoolsga.org/e-splost/.
Dunwoody High School has benefited from past SPLOST monies with a 2011 major renovation, and most recently with the installation of new lockers throughout the school. There is much more to be done.
Since Dr. Stephen Green has become our superintendent, with Mr. Joshua Williams working alongside him as his Chief Operating Officer, we have seen a different and better DeKalb County School District. They seek input from our local schools. At DHS, we have witnessed responsive follow up. We need to encourage this pattern of responsiveness with the overcrowding issues we now face.
E-SPLOST can benefit our children and the entire community, as we all work to keep Dunwoody the special place it is to live, work, and raise our families. We remind and encourage you to cast your VOTE on May 24!
Thank you,
Dunwoody High School Council
