As the presidential primary elections approach in Georgia on March 24, former candidate Mike Bloomberg attempted to expand his reach by setting up a campaign office in downtown Decatur, neighboring Fleet Feet Sports and Dancing Goats Coffee Bar. Despite his efforts, Bloomberg dropped out of the presidential race on March 4.
During all lunches on Feb. 14, the Student Government Association (SGA) will host a voter registration drive to assist eligible students in the voting process.
On Jan. 23, 2020, Decatur High School students led a climate protest for Decatur to switch to 100% renewable energy. The students met at the Decatur Square and marched to the 2020 Decatur Strategic Planning Meeting to advocate for Decatur to rely on 100% renewable energy.
Black History has become the newest class at Decatur High School. Advanced Placement U.S. History (APUSH) teacher Cassandra Black designed this class to come in place next year.
On September 10, 2019, the City Schools of Decatur (CSD) Board of Education voted to approve changes, proposed by superintendent, Dr. David Dude, to the academic calendar for future school years as well as this year.
