Decatur City Schools - Alabama

PERSONNEL AGENDA: Please see the personnel agenda approved this evening by the Decatur City Schools Board of Education.

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NEW ADDITION: Decatur City Schools welcomes Don Farley, Secondary Assistant Principal at Austin High School - Decatur, Alabama, effective 2026-2027 School Year.

NEW HIRE: Welcome to the Red Raider Family, Coach Justin Kephart! He's the new head Strength and Conditioning Coach.

Decatur City Schools is thrilled to announce the addition of Justin Kephart to the coaching staff at Decatur High School- Decatur, Al.

Coach Kephart comes to Decatur from Athens, Alabama, bringing nine years of valuable coaching experience. He has spent the last seven years coaching in Georgia, most recently at Cedartown Middle School in Cedartown.

As a Certified Strength and Conditioning Coach, he has a proven track record of building elite training programs for athletes in grades 6 through 12. In addition to his strength and conditioning background, Coach Kephart has extensive experience coaching Football, Baseball, and Track & Field. He is dedicated to helping student-athletes maximize their speed, strength, and confidence through a collaborative, team-first approach.

Coach Kephart and his wife, Haley, are excited to relocate and become an active part of the Decatur community.

Please join us in giving Coach Kephart and his family a warm Red Raider welcome!

DCS SUMMER CAMP: Ready for a fun-filled summer? Registration is officially open for DCS Extended Day Summer Camp!

We are excited to welcome students for an amazing summer of activities, field trips, and new friendships. Check out the full details below to get your student signed up!

📅 Dates: May 27 – July 31
⏰ Hours: Monday through Friday, 6:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
📍 Location: Leon Sheffield Elementary

💳 Registration & Weekly Fees
Registration Fee: $132 per child (includes field trip and supply fees) 1 Child (Full-Time): $90 per week
2 Children (Full-Time): $80 per week, per child
3+ Children (Full-Time): $76 per week, per child.
Part-Time: $53 per week, per child
DCS Employees will receive a tuition discount.

Parent Tips & Policies:
To ensure a smooth experience, please keep these important camp guidelines in mind:

Payments & Pickups: Payments must be made during the week of attendance and prior to receiving services.

Online payments, checks, and money orders are accepted. Please note that a $ 3-per-minute late fee applies to any pickup after 6:00 p.m.

First Day Reminder: Please remember to bring your insurance card on the very first day of camp.

Lunches: Parents must provide a daily lunch and drink. All items must be packed in disposable containers (no glass or reusable containers). A refrigerator is available for use, but a microwave is not.

What to Bring: A labeled water bottle/thermos, a change of clothes, and a blanket/pillow for quiet time. Please make sure your child's name is on everything they bring!

What to Leave at Home: Cell phones, smartwatches, tablets, trading cards, and personal electronic games are not permitted.

Sunscreen: DCS staff will not apply sunscreen, so please apply it to your child before they arrive at camp each day.

Secure your child's spot today! We can't wait to see you there!

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