Agenda Item
iv. Donation from New Birth Missionary Baptist Church ~ Back to School Initiative & Donation to Support All District Principals (Not to Exceed $41,100)
Summary: Presented by: Dr. Cherisse M. Campbell, Chief of Community Engagement and Innovative Partnerships, Division of Community Engagement & Innovative Partnerships
Request: It is requested that the DeKalb County Board of Education accept a donation in the amount of $41,100 from New Birth Missionary Baptist Church in Stonecrest, Georgia. Pastor Jamal Bryant will donate a curated gift box valued at $300 for each principal and honor all DCSD principals during the New Birth Back-to-School Initiative event. The total amount of the donation is based on the District having 137 schools/centers and each principal receiving a curated gift box in the amount of $300.
Why: As part of New Birth’s Back to School Initiative on August 2, 2026, Pastor Jamal Bryant will honor and state a curated gift box will be donated to support all principals in DCSD.
Details: New Birth Church will donate $41,100 to support all DeKalb County School District principals. The total amount of the donation and the amount allocated to each principal is $41,100 in the form of a $300 curated gift box allocated to each principal.
Financial impact: No Financial Impact.
Contact: Triscilla Weaver, Ph.D., Chief of Access & Opportunity, Division of Access & Opportunity, 678.676.0485
Dr. Cherisse M. Campbell, Chief of Community Engagement & Innovative Partnerships, Division of Community Engagement & Innovative Partnerships, 678.676.2852
Effective: Upon Board Approval
Status: Approved by the Office of Legal Affairs
July 28, 2026
Dear Interim Superintendent, Board Members, and DeKalb County Principals,
It is my honor, on behalf of New Birth Missionary Baptist Church, to extend our sincere appreciation
for your partnership and for the opportunity to recognize the incredible leadership of the principals
serving the students, families, and communities of the DeKalb County School District.
At New Birth, we believe that strong schools are built upon strong leaders. Your daily commitment,
sacrifice, and unwavering dedication to the success of our students do not go unnoticed, and we are
grateful for the impact you make throughout our community.
As a tangible expression of our appreciation, New Birth Missionary Baptist Church is honored to
provide a gift box valued at $300 to each principal representing the 137 schools and centers across
the DeKalb County School District. This represents a total investment of $41,100 in support of those
who faithfully lead our schools.
Each gift box has been thoughtfully curated with items intended to encourage, equip, and celebrate
you. It is our hope that these gifts serve as a reminder that your work matters, your leadership is
valued, and you have a community that is praying for and cheering you on.
We believe that investing in educational leaders is an investment in the future of our children and our
communities. New Birth is committed to building meaningful partnerships that strengthen families,
support educators, and create lasting impact beyond the walls of our church.
Thank you for allowing us the privilege of honoring you. We look forward to continuing our
partnership with the DeKalb County School District and finding new ways to serve together for the
benefit of the students and families we all care so deeply about.
In partnership and purpose,
Pastor DeWayne High
Executive Pastor of Leadership & Connections
New Birth Missionary Baptist Church
NEW BIRTH MBC 6400 WOODROW RD STONECREST, GA 30038 - WWW.NEWBIRTH.ORG
DR. JAMAL H. BRYANT, SENIOR PASTOR