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Notice: Destruction of Special Education Records
Dothan City Schools Special Education Department will destroy special education records of former students who graduated, completed their school program, transferred, or withdrew before the 2019-2020 school year.
Parents of minor children or former students that received special education services through Dothan City Schools who are at least 19 years old may request to review or obtain these records by contacting the Special Education Department by 06/22/2025. Under federal law, parental rights to access these records transfer to the student at age 19 unless the student has been deemed legally incompetent or incapacitated.
Special education records are retained for five years after a student exits the program, per state and federal guidelines. Unclaimed records will be destroyed after 06/23/2025. A written request for records may be sent to the contact below. Please include the student’s name, birth date, date of graduation or date last attended on the request.
Amanda Liester
Exceptional Student Services Department
1665 Honeysuckle Road, Suite 1
Dothan, Alabama 36305
Telephone: (334) 793-1397
Please Note: Allow at least two weeks from the date of notification for the preparation of records. Anyone picking up the records will be required to present a government-issued photo ID before the records will be released or reviewed.
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From major milestones to meaningful moments, the May Edition of Inside the Pack highlights the many accomplishments, celebrations, and stories happening across Dothan City Schools!
Inside this issue, you'll find student achievements, military commitments, scholarship recognitions, fine arts showcases, STEM learning experiences, special events, staff and student spotlights, community partnerships, prom memories, and so much more. You'll also find a calendar section highlighting local summer camps, community events, performances, and opportunities for families as we head into summer break.
Thank you for supporting Dothan City Schools. We invite you to take a look at this month's edition of Inside the Pack and celebrate the students, staff, and moments that continue to make our Wolfpack proud.
View the Inside the Pack below or read it here.
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Dothan City Schools is proud to announce that Dothan Technology Center Graphic Arts educator Gina Burdeshaw has been named a 2026 Top 10 finalist for the 2026 Claes Nobel Educator of the Year Award by the National Society of High School Scholars (NSHSS).
The national recognition honors educators who demonstrate exceptional dedication to student success, academic achievement, and excellence in education. Ms. Burdeshaw was selected as one of only 10 finalists nationwide based on her passion for education, dedication to students, and impact on her school community.
As part of the recognition, Ms. Burdeshaw will receive a $1,000 award from NSHSS, a personalized NSHSS Golden Apple Award, and an invitation to the upcoming SNHSS Scholar’s Day celebration in Atlanta this August, where finalists will be honored. At the event, one finalist will be named the 2026 Claes Nobel Educator of the Year.
According to NSHSS, the award recognizes outstanding educators who inspire students through leadership, mentorship, and meaningful educational experiences. NSHSS highlighted Ms. Burdeshaw’s dedication to fostering academic success and creating meaningful learning experiences that help prepare students for future careers and opportunities.
The National Society of High School Scholars is an international honors organization that recognizes high-achieving students and educators while connecting them with scholarships, leadership opportunities, internships, and educational resources.
Dothan City Schools congratulates Ms. Burdeshaw on her outstanding achievement and will be proudly cheering her on in August. Dothan City Schools thanks Ms. Burdeshaw for the lasting impact she continues to make on students across our district.
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