School culture, community key for Dessica Pritchett as she takes over the role of DCJHS principal - Dawson County News

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BREAKING: One dead after Tuesday shooting in northwestern Dawson County

The suspect is wanted on the charge of murder. A woman he may be with is also wanted for questioning in connection with the incident.

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School culture, community key for Dessica Pritchett as she takes over the role of DCJHS principal

Dessica Pritchett.

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Dawson County native Dessica Pritchett always knew she wanted to be an educator. After spending several years in the classroom and then in instructional positions outside of the classroom, she’s now ready to start the 2025-26 school year in a new role: as the principal of Dawson County Junior High School.