Welcome to the 2025-2026 School Year!

Welcome Message from Mrs. Bussey

July 16, 2025

Dear Dacula Middle School Families,

We are thrilled to welcome you to the 2025–2026 school year! Whether you’re returning or joining us for the first time, we are so excited to partner with you on what promises to be a year filled with growth, connection, and opportunities for your child to thrive as a R.E.A.L. Falcon—Respectful, Engaged, Accountable, and a Leader. We are looking forward to our first day of the school year on Monday, August 4, 2025.

Mark Your Calendars! Open House is Tuesday, July 29 at the times designated below: 

A - G:  12:00 – 1:00

H - M:  1:00 – 2:00

N - Z: 2:00 – 3:00

Please abide by the assigned times for Open House to accommodate parking and relief from overcrowding. For your convenience, there will be shuttle buses running from Hebron parking to and from Dacula Middle.

In preparation for Open House, there are a number of important Orientation Documents for you to complete. Please see the list of important dates and tasks below and be sure to add them to your calendar.

Monday, July 21: Complete GCPS Back To School Orientation Forms that will be emailed to you via ParentSquare. 

GCPS Orientation forms include the following:

• Breakfast/Lunch Forms

• GCPS 25.26 Student Conduct Behavior Code

• GCPS 25.26 Handbook Information

• Attendance Protocol

• Extracurricular Activities

• Media Release

• Parent AKS Overview

• The Plan/The Promise

• MyPaymentsPlus Contributions

Tuesday, July 22: Complete the DMS Back to School Orientation Forms that will be emailed to you via ParentSquare.

DMS Orientation forms include the following:

• DMS Student/Parent Handbook

• Expectations for Cell Phones/Electronic Devices

• Car Rider/Walker Information/Sign up

• Permission Slips for access to DHS and Dacula Park

• Permission Slip for videos

Completing these DMS and GCPS documents ahead of time is necessary and will help ensure a smooth and efficient Open House experience. 

Tuesday, July 29: Open House

We can’t wait to see you at Open House! This will be a great time to meet teachers and get energized for the year ahead. On the morning of Open House, parents (and students) should access their (child’s) schedule via the ParentVUE app or the StudentVUE app. Once your child has reset his/her password, they will be able to access their class schedule the morning of Open House. Students will report to their homeroom teacher upon arrival to Open House at their designated time.  Access the Directions For Resetting Passwords. 

Please see the linked Back To School Task List for a complete list of tasks to be completed prior to Open House. This includes directions for:

• Completing Orientation Forms

• Resetting Student Passwords

• Activate/Customize ParentSquare account

• Register for MyPaymentsPlus account

• Supply lists and Back to School Supply Kits

• Completing Meal Forms

• Locations to visit during Open House

You will receive another email via ParentSquare from Dacula Middle on July 25 with a flow chart, reminders, and directions for Open House. Until then, you can remain up-to-date on all things Dacula Middle, by visiting our school website.  Scroll down to the News and Announcements section and click on our Back to School tile for more information regarding important back to school information. This section contains each grade level’s supply lists. You will also find information on how you can pre-order your child’s school supplies while supplies last from our Falcons Nest School Store while supplies last.  School Supply Kits contain each item listed on the supply list and come with a Dacula Falcons cinch bag. Orders will be available for pick up in homerooms on the day of Open House.

While on our homepage, scroll all the way to the bottom where you have the opportunity to follow us on social media, where you’ll find updated information regularly.

We are committed to making this year one of excellence, support, and joy for every student and family. Thank you for being an essential part of our Falcon community—we can’t wait to soar together as R.E.A.L. Falcons!

Kindest regards,

Kimberly J. Bussey
Principal

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2025-2026 Important S1 Dates

• Monday, July 21st: GCPS Back to School Orientation Forms sent via ParentSquare

• Tuesday, July 22nd: DMS Back to School Orientation Forms sent via ParentSquare

• Tuesday, July 29th: Open House (times based on student last name)

• Monday, August 4th: First Day of School

• Tuesday, August 26th: Curriculum Night

• Monday, September 1st: Labor Day/Student & Teacher Holiday

• Friday, September 19th: Digital Learning Day

• Thursday, October 9th - Monday, October 13th: Fall Break/Student & Teacher Holiday

• Tuesday, November 4th: Digital Learning Day

• Monday, November 24th - Friday, November 28th: Thanksgiving Break

• Monday, December 22nd - Friday, January 2nd: Winter Break

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 Back to School/Open House Task List

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Student Portal Password Resets

GCPS reset middle school and high school student passwords on July 7th.

Student must reset and activate their accounts for the 2025-2026 school year using the directions below.

Resetting Portal Passwords

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2025-2026 Supply Lists

Printable Version

Please note: Some teachers may request additional items specifically for their content area class.

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Back to School Supply Kits

Click the flyer to go to MyPaymentsPlus to order your kit (while supplies last).

Don't have a MyPaymentsPlus account? Scroll down for information on how to sign up!

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Need a MyPaymentsPlus Account?

Online Payments / MyPaymentsPlus

For Gwinnett County Public Schools families, MyPaymentsPlus is the resource for student meal accounts, and accessing options to review and pay for school activities.

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ParentSquare Information

Activating and Customizing Your ParentSquareAccount

GCPS and all of its school utilize the ParentSquare platform for school-to-home communication. This unified communications platform is designed to keep parents and guardians informed and encourage greater engagement and connection with your child’s school and Gwinnett County Public Schools.  

ParentSquare provides a safe way for district administrators, school principals, teachers, staff, and parents to receive and send information, such as: 

• Weather-related closings & delays  
• School and class information 
• Share pictures and files 
• See calendar items 
• Upcoming class activities 

District and school information will now be sent to your computer or phone via email and/or text via ParentSquare. For even more convenience, download the ParentSquare app (available for free for iOS and Android devices).

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Food Services

Click the picture above for more information!

The 2025-2026 Free and Reduced Price Meals application opens on Monday, July 21st. 

For more details and/or complete this form please see the GCPS Nutrition Services webpage.

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Stay Connected

We communicate through our website, social media, ParentSquare, and News from the Nest newsletter.

Please be sure your email is correct on the Parent Portal to ensure you are staying connected.

** If you do not have a Parent Portal account, please contact our registrar's office. **