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Mathnasium has been a proud and generous sponsor of DEF for several years. They offer both virtual and in-center math instruction for students from first to 12th grade. As a way of giving back to the Decatur community, they have provided scholarships for several students in our AIM Scholars Mentoring Program. They’d like to do more, so they are offering a year-end promotion for new families! For every new Decatur family that registers with Mathnasium using the code DEF_Math until 12-31-20, Mathnasium will…

As our community deals with the COVID-19 pandemic, we will be working with our partners to identify additional needs that our families may have.  Your donation to Lighten the Load will help us remain flexible to meet the needs as situations change.  You can also complete a form if you know of a student or family who needs assistance OR your family needs assistance. 

During these strange times, we have learned more than ever that we are all connected.  This year’s midyear report will remind you of all that we accomplished before Covid-19 and also share how our community has come together in big ways during this challenging time.  Page through the report HERE and you will be reminded that Together, (even while apart) we make a difference!

It’s time to Step Up for Teachers! Now more than ever, our teachers are working their hardest in difficult circumstances to teach our kids. Show them how much you appreciate them with a personal tribute (either written or video!) and a yard sign.

Join us for the 18th running of the Tour deCatur – our city’s largest road race!  This year we celebrate another Pi Day (3.14) race and will once again provide an opportunity for our younger students to win a chance to “pie” their favorite teachers at the Tour deCatur Expo.  Join close to 3000 friends and neighbors at this fun event that includes a 1-mile fun run and the adorable Tot Trot. You won’t want to miss this iconic Decatur…