Dalton community holds Chalk Walk at Berger Vandenberg Elementary on first day of school

Mayor Jason House and members of the Dalton trustees joined parents, teachers and community members for a Chalk Walk at Berger Vandenberg Elementary School on the first day of school to leave encouraging messages for students. Participants wrote and drew messages along the school entrance to welcome students to the new school year. The event was described in the meeting transcript as a community tradition meant to show support and encouragement for students as they begin classes. No motions, votes or official policy actions were recorded in the transcript regarding the event.