Home
Welcome, Bulldogs!
DES earns Level 5 distinction
DES gains outdoor learning area
DES students create business plans for ILA STEAM project
TDOE Visits DES to Celebrate Top Literacy Programs
News & Events
Latest News
![DES earns Level 5 school distinction]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1757439456/acsk12/qjtcrd6kw1hh3vbozcbx/PleasantDES.png","width":195}])
Read More
about DES earns Level 5 school distinction (opens in new window/tab)
![ACS launches digital student report cards]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1730082483/acsk12/klkshnoqbsrwngpg0pe1/DigitalReportCardNews.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1730082483/acsk12/klkshnoqbsrwngpg0pe1/DigitalReportCardNews.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1730082483/acsk12/klkshnoqbsrwngpg0pe1/DigitalReportCardNews.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1730082483/acsk12/klkshnoqbsrwngpg0pe1/DigitalReportCardNews.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1730082483/acsk12/klkshnoqbsrwngpg0pe1/DigitalReportCardNews.png","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1730082483/acsk12/klkshnoqbsrwngpg0pe1/DigitalReportCardNews.png","width":1920}])
Digital report cards are now accessible through the PowerSchool Parent Portal.
![DES gains outdoor classroom]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1727118395/acsk12/ucifewtkss1ygnswwwur/NewPlayground.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1727118395/acsk12/ucifewtkss1ygnswwwur/NewPlayground.png","width":512}])
See how DES is reimagining recess!
![Lisa Lewis Named WREG Educator of the Week]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1727118467/acsk12/kawdnk5mprbrnf7ebqik/MrsLewisandstudents.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1727118467/acsk12/kawdnk5mprbrnf7ebqik/MrsLewisandstudents.png","width":512}])
Our very own, Ms. Lisa Lewis was named WREG Educator of the Week!
![Library book about the Survivor Tree teaching lessons in resiliency]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1709280614/acsk12/jronkc3wadaq4sciwtdl/SurvivorTreeNews.png","width":195}])
Students now look up when walking past the library to see the replica of the Ground Zero Survivor Tree.
Read More
about Library book about the Survivor Tree teaching lessons in resiliency
![Gregory Sims wins TAA Teacher Hero Award]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1709280608/acsk12/zrukigmxgaxplumah92m/SimsWebsite.png","width":195}])
The Tennessee Arts Academy Foundation recognized Mr. Sims as an outstanding music teacher with many talents.
Read More
about Gregory Sims wins TAA Teacher Hero Award
![Miranda Manley named ACS Principal of the Year]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1709280603/acsk12/jhds9xfinknss0iyzo6n/ManleyDESNews.png","width":195}])
As the district's Principal of the Year, Manley will also be submitted for the TN Principal of the Year competition.
Read More
about Miranda Manley named ACS Principal of the Year
![Dustin Dickerson wins 2022 Class Act Award]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1709280600/acsk12/ityeooqwcfygeqshtnwq/Untitleddesign-12.png","width":195}])
The Class Act Award recognizes outstanding classified employees who make invaluable contributions to the school and district.
Read More
about Dustin Dickerson wins 2022 Class Act Award
Upcoming Events
all day
All Campuses
-
ACS Central Office, 12060 Arlington Trail, Arlington, TN 38002
all day
All Campuses
By The Numbers
1:1 Technology
Learning powered by 1:1 iPad Technology
860
Students
19-24: 1
Student ratio
Music Education
DES is a Best Communities for Music Education thanks to our amazingly talented music teachers.
STEM for All
All K-5 students attend STEM to learn hands-on skills in Science, Technology, Engineering & Math.
Where Your Adventure Awaits
Donelson Elementary School, opened in 2009, truly excemplifies its motto: Dedicated to Excellence for Students. The school has a pattern of academic excellence and continues to be recognized for its successes, including winning the prestigious honor of being named a National Blue Ribbon School!
Your Adventure Awaits you here!
![PTA]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1713900928/acsk12/wkhkzkek31iuprynrmy8/PTA.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1713900928/acsk12/wkhkzkek31iuprynrmy8/PTA.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1713900928/acsk12/wkhkzkek31iuprynrmy8/PTA.png","width":800}])
PTA
Join the PTA!
![Military Families]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1713900190/acsk12/nvwq5s55dvtey32fvth4/miltaryfamilies.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1713900190/acsk12/nvwq5s55dvtey32fvth4/miltaryfamilies.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1713900190/acsk12/nvwq5s55dvtey32fvth4/miltaryfamilies.png","width":800}])
Military Families
Check out these resources!
![Social & Academic Support]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1713899549/acsk12/ts4zja9oofbkn0ztcwpy/SocialandAcademicSupport.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1713899549/acsk12/ts4zja9oofbkn0ztcwpy/SocialandAcademicSupport.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1713899549/acsk12/ts4zja9oofbkn0ztcwpy/SocialandAcademicSupport.png","width":800}])
Social & Academic Support
We are here to support you!
![Clubs]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1713899317/acsk12/aoyzwicgaywwdttz2pou/Clubs.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1713899317/acsk12/aoyzwicgaywwdttz2pou/Clubs.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1713899317/acsk12/aoyzwicgaywwdttz2pou/Clubs.png","width":800}])
Clubs
Get involved!
![1:1 iPad Program]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1713898839/acsk12/r897ihf1fbo36f8qzgni/11iPadProgram.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1713898839/acsk12/r897ihf1fbo36f8qzgni/11iPadProgram.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1713898839/acsk12/r897ihf1fbo36f8qzgni/11iPadProgram.png","width":800}])
1:1 iPad Program
Every student receives an iPad!
![Curriculum]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1713897880/acsk12/rvseykh6vagjsuio0f3k/GirlRaisingHand.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1713897880/acsk12/rvseykh6vagjsuio0f3k/GirlRaisingHand.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1713897880/acsk12/rvseykh6vagjsuio0f3k/GirlRaisingHand.png","width":800}])
Curriculum
Check out our curriculum!