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Dale County School System recognized for earning a 95 overall score on the Alabama State and Federal Report Cards, the highest score ever achieved by a county school system in Alabama history

School system serves 3,200 students and employs 418 staff members across eight schools: Ariton School, Bridge Academy, Dale County High School, G.W. Long Elementary School, G.W. Long High School, Midland City Elementary School, Newton Elementary School, and South Dale Middle School

Superintendent Ben Baker credited with 30 years of service leading the district and fostering partnerships with local businesses, industry, and churches

Joint resolution passed by the House on February 3, 2026 and adopted by the Senate on February 10, 2026