Gordon County Schools -

State School Superintendent Richard Woods visited Red Bud Middle School today to recognize two schools for outstanding academic achievement. During his visit, Superintendent Woods presented Tolbert Elementary School with a Literacy Leader banner and pinned updated recognition on Red Bud Middle School’s Math Leader banner.

Tolbert Elementary was named a Literacy Leader for exceptional growth in 3rd Grade Gateway Reading. Principal Dr. Rebecca Owen accepted the banner along with members of her third grade teacher team in recognition of their work supporting student literacy and reading growth.

Red Bud Middle School was recognized as a Math Leader in High School Outstanding Achievement for the performance of its 8th grade students on the 9th Grade Algebra End-of-Course Georgia Milestones exam. Principal Chad Moore accepted the new banner pins along with Assistant Principal Becky Hulsey, Instructional Lead Teacher Jackie Cascio, and 8th grade honors math teacher Sandra Cash.

Gordon County Schools Board of Education Chairperson Charlie Walraven and Post 7 member Eddie Hall were also present to celebrate this recognition alongside Superintendent Alice Mashburn.

The Literacy Leader and Math Leader honors recognize schools that demonstrate extraordinary student progress and proficiency. Schools are selected based on achievement, growth, or both, using annual end of grade and end of course assessments. These recognitions highlight the importance of strong literacy and numeracy skills as the foundation for lifelong learning and success.

Congratulations to Tolbert Elementary and Red Bud Middle School for their continued commitment to academic excellence and student growth.