Dothan Tech

06/16/2026

We hosted our Spring CTE Advisory Council meeting today to review the student and program data from the 2025–2026 school year. Looking back at the incredible accomplishments of the past year, one thing remains absolutely clear: the success of these programs relies heavily on the incredible dedication of local business and industry partners.

​CTE thrives when education meets industry. The direct input, expertise, and real-world guidance provided by these local professionals are what drive continuous improvement across all CTE programs. By sharing their knowledge, they ensure that classroom instruction aligns directly with the evolving demands of the local workforce.

​Because of their invaluable feedback and support, we are able to constantly expand and create new, high-impact opportunities for students.

​A massive thank you goes out to all of the business and industry leaders who invest their time, energy, and resources into preparing the next generation of professionals. This community is stronger because of these vital partnerships, and there is much anticipation for what will be accomplished together in the future!

Dothan City Schools

05/26/2026

Join Dothan City Schools this summer for free books, free meals, interactive activities, and opportunities to connect with school leaders right in the community. ☀️📚

Check out the full schedule below and come see us!

Dothan City Schools is bringing reading, learning, and summer fun directly into the community with the launch of the district’s brand new Backyard Summer Reading Program, the first program of its kind for DCS.

The Backyard Summer Reading Program is designed to keep students engaged throughout the summer through read-alouds, interactive games, hands-on activities, literacy enrichment, free books for students to take home, and free meals for children 18 and under. Meals are first-come, first-served.

District and school leaders will lead read-alouds for students and families, giving them the opportunity to connect with school principals and district leadership in a fun, relaxed, and family-friendly environment ahead of the 2026-2027 school year.

“This program is about creating memorable and educational experiences for our students, encouraging a love for learning, and bringing families together in a positive way throughout the summer,” said Superintendent Dr. Garrick Askew. “We are excited to take learning beyond the classroom and right into our own backyards.”

The Backyard Summer Reading Program will take place at the following locations:

• Wednesday, June 3, 2026 | 11:45 a.m. - 12:45 p.m.
Jamison Village, 705 N. Lena Street

• Wednesday, June 10, 2026 | 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Crawford Village, 602 S. Lena St.

• Wednesday, June 17, 2026 | 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Crimson Ridge, 105 Booker St.

Dothan City Schools invites families to come out, enjoy a free meal, and join Dothan City Schools for an afternoon of reading, learning, and summer fun.

Want to know which principals and administrators will be at each event? Visit the News & Announcements section on our website homepage to view the full schedule.

05/22/2026

We want to send a huge, heartfelt THANK YOU to our amazing community partners at All In Credit Union! Your incredible willingness to partner with our students and open your doors to them is what Career and Technical Education is all about.

​By collaborating with our Graphic Arts and Culinary Arts programs, All In didn't just showcase our student talent—they provided true, hands-on, real-world experience.
​Our Dothan Tech Graphic Arts students got to live out the entire professional design process: taking a concept from the initial brainstoming phase, working through actual client feedback, printing the heavy-duty vinyl, and completing the final installation on-site at the branch.

​And let’s not forget our incredible Dothan Tech Culinary students, who stepped up to the plate by planning the Grand Opening menu, preparing the food, and providing top-tier catering service for the official ribbon-cutting guests! 🍽️

​When local businesses invest in our youth like this, the entire community wins. Thank you, All In Credit Union, for giving our students a real-world stage to shine on and for helping us prepare them for the workforce. We are so proud of this partnership! ❤️💙🌟

05/21/2026

We want to send a massive congratulations and an even bigger THANK YOU to the incredible Career Prep team at Carver 9th Grade Academy!

​Career Prep is where the journey begins. These educators are instrumental in providing our 9th graders with the foundational skills, confidence, and opportunities needed to earn their College and Career Readiness (CCR) indicator—a crucial milestone and graduation requirement.

​Oftentimes, the quiet, daily grind of Career Prep can go unnoticed, but let's be clear: the future success of our students in high school, at Dothan Tech, and beyond would be incredibly difficult without the groundwork these four lay every single day.
​Helping 9th graders secure an overall CCR rate of over 80%— by earning the Microsoft Office Specialist certifications—is nothing short of phenomenal.

They aren't just teaching computer skills; they are unlocking doors to the workforce and post-secondary success before these students even step foot into a high school building.

​Thank you, team, for your relentless dedication, your leadership, and for setting our students up to win from day one. Dothan Tech is ready to keep building on the incredible foundation you've created!

Celebrating educators who are making a lasting impact! 👏

At last night’s board meeting, the Dothan City Schools Board of Education recognized the outstanding teachers of Carver 9th Grade Academy Career Prep for their dedication to student achievement and College and Career Readiness.

Thanks to their hard work and leadership, students continue to earn Microsoft Office Specialist certifications that provide valuable workforce and technology skills. Their efforts have helped students achieve an overall CCR rate of more than 80%, with 159 certifications earned during the Spring 2026 window alone.

Congratulations and thank you to Itaya White, Illana Freeman, Quadarian Broome, and Steven Welch for your commitment to helping students succeed in school and beyond!

05/21/2026

We are ecstatic to learn one our very own has been named a top 10 finalists for the 2026 Claes Nobel Educator of the Year Award. This is a massive honor, and no one deserves it more than Ms. Gina Burdeshaw.

​While the rest of the nation is just learning how special she is, Dothan Tech has known it for years. As wonderful as she is as a Graphic Arts instructor, she is an even better person. Her classroom is a true launchpad for success.

​Over the years, she has changed countless lives. She doesn't just teach—she mentors, encourages, and intentionally guides her students directly onto their future career paths. The number of successful futures she has helped shape is truly immeasurable.

​Ms. Burdeshaw, thank you for your endless dedication, your passion, and the love you pour into our students every single day. You deserve this honor completely, and we are so blessed to have you on our team.

​We are incredibly proud of you and can't wait to cheer you on in Atlanta this August!

Remember in December when we told you Dothan Tech Graphic Arts educator Gina Burdeshaw had been named a Claes Nobel Educator of Distinction by the National Society of High School Scholars (NSHSS)? Well now she’s officially been selected as one of just 10 finalists nationwide for the 2026 Claes Nobel Educator of the Year Award! 🎉

Ms. Burdeshaw earned the national recognition for her dedication to students, passion for education, and the meaningful impact she makes in and beyond the classroom each day at Dothan Tech. As part of the honor, she’ll be recognized this August in Atlanta during NSHSS Scholar’s Day, where one finalist will be named the national Educator of the Year.

Congratulations, Ms. Burdeshaw! Thank you for continuing to inspire creativity, leadership, and excellence for our students. 🐺💙

05/21/2026

They did it! 🎓✨

​A huge congratulations to the Class of 2026!Watching our students cross the stage, turn their tassels, and step into their future fills us with immense pride.

​To the graduates who chose to spend their high school years walking through our doors and investing in our CTE programs: Thank you. Thank you for your dedication, your focus on mastering hands-on skills, and your commitment to excellence.

​You didn't just earn a diploma tonight; you earned industry credentials, real-world experience, and a massive head start on your future.

​Whether your next step takes you straight into the workforce to fill high-demand careers or onto a college campus, we know you are ready. The skills, knowledge, and work ethic you built right here in our classrooms have laid a solid foundation for whatever path you choose.

​We are so proud to have been a part of your journey. Go out there, showcase those skills, and show the world what CTE excellence looks like! Go be great! 🐺

05/12/2026

04/30/2026

🍎📚Today’s students, tomorrow’s teachers. Today DTC celebrated a special Career and Technical Education Signing Ceremony and Future Teachers of Alabama Signing Day, recognizing students in the Dothan Tech Education & Training who are taking the next step toward careers in education.

As part of the Career and Technical Education Signing, Jenna Snider committed to Dothan Montessori School.

Future Teachers of Alabama (FTA) signees include:
Leah Bell – Troy University, Elementary Education

Shawneese Christie – Wallace College, Early Childhood Education

Ariya Danzey – University of Alabama, Elementary Education

Jayden Gregg – University of Alabama at Birmingham, Psychology

Adalynn Smith – Wallace College, Early Childhood Education

Jenna Snider – Faulkner University, Elementary Education

Heavenlen Streeter – Huntingdon College, Early Childhood Education

A special thank you to Mrs. Snider for pouring so much into your students and inspiring them to educate, lead, and make a difference.

We are so proud of each of you and the path you’ve chosen. Your future students are lucky to have you!

04/28/2026

A large shout-out and thank you to Wallace Community College for hosting ourl students last week!

​Our students had an amazing time touring the labs at Dothan Tech and exploring the main Wallace campus. Because of this strong partnership, our Wolves are discovering that dual enrollment is more than just a head start on college—it’s a pathway to total career freedom.

​The instructors shared a powerful message: when you graduate with these high-demand skills, the world opens up. You don't just find a job; you find the freedom to choose your own path.

​We are so grateful to have partners like Wallace who are dedicated to making our students !

04/27/2026

From the classroom to the frontline of healthcare! Our 5th Annual Southeast Health Showcase was a resounding success, giving our juniors and seniors a front-row seat to the diverse career paths available right here in our community.

​Whether it’s Nursing, Lab Services, Plant Operations, or Nutrition, our students are seeing firsthand how their Dothan Tech training translates into high-demand careers.

A huge thank you to the team at Southeast Health for investing in our students and helping shape the workforce of tomorrow!

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