Get ready, families of Dallas, Hiram & Acworth! The countdown has begun, and the first day of school for your little ones in Dallas, Hiram & Acworth is just around the corner.
We've got you covered with the ultimate guide to kickstart the school year. Looking for school calendars in Paulding & Cobb? Fun back-to-school events in Dallas, Hiram & Acworth? Where to get your kid's back-to-school haircut or go back-to-school shopping in Dallas, Hiram & Acworth?
We have it all, plus advice and tips for dealing with that first-day anxiety, printables to make those first-day pics special, and even ideas on what to pack for lunch! Check it all out here:
School calendars for Marietta & Kennesaw
First day for Cobb: August 1, 2023 | Paulding County School District First day for Paulding: August 2, 2023 |
Back to school events in Dallas, Hiram & Acworth
It's that time of year, the time when we're all thinking about sending the kids back to school.
While for some parents it's a time to think about the great things the school year will bring, for others it's worrisome because they don't know how they'll afford the resources their children need.
That's where amazing community partners step in! Whether its backpacks, food, or discounted items... see below for a list of upcoming #BacktoSchool resources that are here to help. (We've also included some FUN activities for the entire family!)
July 15
- Back 2 School Jam | Kennesaw Parks & Rec | kids will receive school supplies and book bags on a first come first serve basis
July 16
- Stuff the Bus School Donation Drive | WestRidge Church | think of those in need as you are out purchasing school supplies in the next few weeks
July 25
- Online Community Conversation: Ensuring Safety and Security in Paulding County Schools | Virtual | online community conversation focused on Safety and Security in our schools
July 27
- Back 2 School Bash | Ignite Hope - Champions for Children | school supplies, food, games, music and more
July 28
- 2023 Southeast Homeschool Expo | Cobb Galleria Centre | 3 days of learning, encouragement, workshops
July 29
- Back to School Bash + Blessings In A Backpack | Keystone Baptist Church | FREE food, fun, inflatables, and school supplies
July 30
- Back 2 School Bash | Ignite Hope - Champions for Children | Celebrate back to school with school supplies, food, games, music and more
- Back To School: Free School Supply Drive | Allstate Insurance Agent: Esteban Solorio | FREE school supplies
August 4
- Summer Splash Foamalicious Party | The Avenue West Cobb | FREE dance party filled with foam to lift the spirits. Frozen Sweets, Kona Ice, DJ, Face Painting and Avenue Swag!
August 5
- Back to School Block Party | City of Dallas GA Police Department | Free School Supplies, Touch-A-Truck, Hay Rides, Petting Zoo, Food Trucks and more.
August 9
- Back to School Bash | Burnt Hickory Baptist Church | inflatables, food and fun
August 12
- Back-to-School Bash & Pop-up Market | Town Center at Cobb | something for everyone - under one roof
August 19
- Back To School Bash | Grace Christian Academy | free school supplies
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- Dart Wars 2U | Brings the party to you.
Adult Only Events
July 29
- Back to School Party - ADULTS ONLY | Schoolhouse Brewing
August 4
- Back 2 School! - ADULTS ONLY | Red Hare - Still on the Square
Back to school haircuts in Dallas, Hiram & Acworth
Looking for a great spot for a back-to-school haircut? Here are a few stylists in Dallas-Hiram-Acworth offering back to school haircut specials!
Pigtails & Crewcuts | We love our community and your school needs your support. This is why we partner with local schools to encourage you to support their PTA. Typically a PTA membership is $10 and with just 2 visits in one year you will recover that cost. Most PTAs have a digital card now - simply take a photo of your receipt, show us the receipt and we will note your account. Win/Win/Win all around!
Know of a back-to-school haircut event or stylist special in Marietta-Kennesaw? Email stephanief@macaronikid.com with the details and we'll get it added!
Back to school shopping in Dallas, Hiram & Acworth
There are the big box stores, of course, but you can also support locally-owned businesses when doing your back-to-school shopping! Here are some of our favorite places for shopping for school supplies and clothes (plus a few bonuses) in Dallas, Hiram & Acworth that are locally owned:
- The Crazy Book Lady | 5058 Cherokee Street, Acworth, GA
Have a favorite locally owned spot for back-to-school shopping you don't see listed here? Email stephanief@macaronikid.com, and we'll get it added!
Homeschool opportunities in Dallas, Hiram & Acworth
ISO homeschool ideas or 'family?' Here are a few groups in Dallas-Hiram-Acworth offering connections & more!
- NHC (Northwest Georgia Homeschool Community) | We are based out of Hiram, Georgia so weekly events like play dates, club meetings and classes are all held in Paulding County.
- ItsTime4HomeSchool | We offer IN PERSON and LIVE ONLINE classes in all core subjects. Our classes are small, with 8-12 students per class.
Extracurricular Activities in Dallas, Hiram & Acworth
Fun and education are the name of the game - they might as well go hand in hand! Check out these items in Dallas-Hiram-Acworth.
- "Silly Science" with Professor Molly Cule | “Silly Science” is a mix of labs, experiments, actual science and a lot of comedy!
Paulding County E-SPLOST Information Meetings
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Engage and Shape the Future of Education in Paulding County
The Paulding County School District is reaching out to the community and urging parents, guardians, and concerned citizens to actively participate in shaping the future of education in our county. On November 7, 2023, voters will have the opportunity to decide on the renewal of the Education Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax (E-SPLOST) for the next five years. In preparation for this crucial decision, the Paulding County Board of Education has organized a series of community meetings to provide information about the E-SPLOST program and gather valuable feedback.
- E-Splost Information Meeting | Paulding County August 31, 2023
- E-Splost Information Meeting | Paulding County September 7, 2023
- E-Splost Information Meeting | Paulding County September 12, 2023
- E-Splost Information Meeting | Paulding County September 14, 2023
- E-Splost Information Meeting | Paulding County September 21, 2023
More tips to make this school year in Marietta & Kennesaw a great one:
Free Back-to-School Printables to Celebrate that First Day
5 Teacher-Approved Tips to Make Back-to-School Time Great
Do you know of other events for back to school? Or perhaps other kid-friendly events that need to be shared with the community? Let us help you reach 6K locals, share them submitting them or emailing stephanief@macaronikid.com.
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