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We'd like to give another big shoutout to our bus drivers! Every day, our bus drivers go above and beyond to ensure students get to and from school safely and on time. They are often the first friendly face students see in the morning and the last in the afternoon—setting the tone for the school day and helping end it on a positive note. We appreciate your patience, dedication, and the care you show for our students and families. Thank you for being such an important part of the Gordon County Schools team!

There is an ESOL meeting for families next Thursday, May 1st at 5:30. This is for all Gordon County middle and high schools. Scan the QR code to RSVP by April 28th. The focus of this meeting is to prevent summer learning loss, understand grading policies, high school credits, state testing scores, and a questions and answers session. Snacks will be provided with interpreters there to help with your questions and concerns. Habrá una reunión de ESOL para familias el próximo jueves, 1 de mayo a las 5:30 p.m. Esta reunión es para todas las escuelas intermedias y secundarias del condado de Gordon. Escanee el código QR para confirmar su asistencia antes del 28 de abril. El enfoque de esta reunión es prevenir la pérdida de aprendizaje durante el verano, comprender las políticas de calificaciones, los créditos de la escuela secundaria, los resultados de las pruebas estatales, y participar en una sesión de preguntas y respuestas. Se ofrecerán refrigerios y habrá intérpretes disponibles para ayudarle con sus preguntas e inquietudes.

Congratulations to the Red Bud Middle School Phoenix varsity baseball team for their region championship! They did a spirit walk through the hallways this afternoon in celebration of this huge achievement. Go Phoenix! #GreaterThings #TogetherGCS

Emily Rossberg Named Gordon County Schools District Teacher of the Year Gordon County Schools is proud to announce that Emily Rossberg, 3rd grade teacher at Tolbert Elementary School, has been named the 2025-2026 Gordon County Schools District Teacher of the Year. The announcement was made during a special recognition ceremony held this morning at Tolbert Elementary, where Superintendent Alice Mashburn surprised Mrs. Rossberg with the honor in front of the school’s faculty and staff. Mrs. Rossberg brings 15 years of teaching experience to the classroom. She is currently in her second year at Tolbert Elementary, having previously spent 13 years in West Yellowstone, Montana. During her time in Montana, she taught both second and fourth grade and held several leadership roles, including Head Activities Director, assistant girls’ basketball coach, assistant volleyball coach, and director of the school’s positive behavior program. Since joining Tolbert Elementary, Mrs. Rossberg has continued to demonstrate exceptional dedication to both her students and school community. In addition to her teaching responsibilities, she serves as the PTO treasurer and is an active member of the Tolbert Elementary Literacy Council. Her commitment to fostering academic growth and promoting a positive school culture has made her a valued educator within the school. Gordon County Schools congratulates Mrs. Rossberg on this well-deserved recognition and thanks her for her continued service, leadership, and dedication to educational excellence.

Gordon County Schools is proud to congratulate Alicia Smith, a 7th grade student at Ashworth Middle School, for being named the 7th grade state winner in the Young Georgia Authors Writing Competition. Alicia’s powerful poem, “And I Began to Hate,” stood out among all submissions across Georgia. Her original work was selected as the 7th grade school winner at AMS, advanced as the district winner for Gordon County Schools, and continued on to win at the regional level for Northwest GA RESA—ultimately earning the top honor at the state level. Alicia was congratulated today by Assistant Superintendent Sket Angland and Director of Early Learning and Elementary Education Beth Herod. The Ashworth Middle School administration team also celebrated this huge achievement with her. Thank you to Principal Danny Lowrance and Assistant Principals Rebekah Gilreath and Dr. Steffan Larson for supporting Alicia and her creative writing. The purpose of the Young Georgia Authors (YGA) writing competition is to encourage students to develop enthusiasm for and expertise in their writing, to provide a context to celebrate their writing successes, and to recognize student achievement in arts and academics. Submissions are judged on ideas, organization, cohesiveness, and language. Congratulations to Alicia on this outstanding achievement. Your written voice and creativity make us proud! #TogetherGCS #GordonCountySchools #GCS

Today, Gordon County Schools proudly celebrates Administrative Professionals Day and honors the incredible individuals who keep our schools running smoothly every single day. From managing front offices to supporting staff, students, and families, our administrative professionals are the heart of our schools. Your hard work, dedication, and attention to detail do not go unnoticed. Thank you for everything you do to support our mission and create a welcoming environment for all. We appreciate you today and every day. #TogetherGCS #GordonCountySchools #GCS

Happy National Volunteer Recognition Week! This week, we’re celebrating the HEART of Gordon County Schools — our incredible volunteers! Whether you're sorting food with Helping Hands Ending Hunger, reading to students, supporting events and athletics, or lending a hand in countless other ways, you make a lasting impact. Your time, compassion, and dedication inspire us every day. Thank you for showing up, giving back, and making our schools stronger and our community brighter. We couldn't do it without you! #TogetherGCS #GordonCountySchools

Friday, May 2nd is an At-Home Learning Day. We hope that your child or children are able to explore learning opportunities that day and catch up on assignments, projects, and materials as we approach the end of the school year. #TogetherGCS #GordonCountySchools

Looking for an exciting and enriching way to keep your child engaged this summer? Gordon County Schools is proud to offer a variety of summer camp programs designed to spark creativity, build new skills, and keep students active and social. From STEM and arts to sports, there's something for every child to enjoy. Our camps are led by experienced educators in a safe and supportive environment. Whether your child wants to explore new interests or stay sharp over the break, our camps are the perfect opportunity to have fun this summer! Visit https://www.gcbe.org/page/virtual-community-bulletin-board for more information and to sign up. You can also use the QR code on our flyer. Please note that the page will continue to be updated as we receive more flyers and registration information. For questions and concerns, please contact the following individuals: Gordon Central High School: Mrs. Carmen Massengill, cmassengill@gcbe.org, 706-629-7391 Sonoraville High School: Mr. Brent Mashburn, bmashburn@gcbe.org, 706-602-0320 Let’s make this a summer to remember with Gordon County Schools! #TogetherGCS #GordonCountySchools

The following individuals were recognized at last night's GCS Board of Education Meeting: Gordon County Schools would like to congratulate and recognize the following Sonoraville High School and Gordon Central High School students who won state championships at this year’s GHSA State Literary Competition. Both teams of students were winners of their class’s Duo Dramatic Interpretation. From Sonoraville High School, congratulations to Ethan Smith and Blake Carey, along with their coach and chorus teacher Mrs. Hannah Nelson. From Gordon Central High School, congratulations to Amy Lopez and Sami Ruiz. Their coaches were Dr. Kim Watters and Mr. Richard Bristow. Amy and Sami are pictured with GCHS principal Dr. Amy Parker.

Congratulations to Mrs. Ashley Brookshire for being named the new assistant principal at Sonoraville High School! Announced at this evening's Board of Education meeting, Mrs. Brookshire brings a deep commitment to SHS, where she has served as an English teacher since beginning her career as a Phoenix in 2008. Over the years, she has taken on leadership roles, including serving as English Department Lead, and has been recognized as the SHS STAR Teacher in 2019, 2021, and 2023. In 2023, she was also honored as Sonoraville High School’s Teacher of the Year. Additionally, she completed the GLISI Leadership Academy for Gordon County Schools, further preparing her for this next step. We are proud to celebrate this well-deserved achievement and look forward to the continued impact Mrs. Brookshire will have in her new role. Go Phoenix!

Gordon County Schools will be on spring break April 7th through the 11th. We look forward to seeing our students return Monday, April 14th! #TogetherGCS #GordonCountySchools

Today, Gordon County Schools proudly celebrates the incredible work of our school librarians/media specialists. These dedicated professionals foster a love of reading, support student learning, and create welcoming spaces for curiosity, discovery, and growth. We thank these educators for their passion, expertise, and commitment to empowering students through knowledge. Your contributions are essential to the success of our schools, and we are grateful for all you do. Take a moment today to thank a school librarian for the difference they make every day! #TogetherGCS

Today, we recognize and celebrate the incredible paraprofessionals who make a difference in our schools every day. Their dedication, compassion, and hard work support both students and teachers, helping to create a positive learning environment for all. Thank you to our paraprofessionals for your unwavering commitment to education and for the impact you make in the lives of our students. Your work does not go unnoticed, and we appreciate all that you do for Gordon County Schools. Join us in showing gratitude for these outstanding educators today and every day. #TogetherGCS #GordonCountySchools

Is your teenager ready learn how to drive? Our Driver's Ed Program classes are in full swing at Gordon County Schools! Enrollment is available now. We have several open and available program dates listed below: April 2025 Location: Sonoraville High School Dates: April 15-18, 21-25 Time: 5:00 PM - 8:30 PM June 2025 Location: Gordon Central High School Dates: June 2-6 Time: 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM July 2025 Location: Sonoraville High School Dates: July 7-11 Time: 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM To enroll in the Driver's Education Program, fill out the form provided either online or by printing and submitting a copy of the application. Online program application: https://forms.gle/Enwf2UvgUKobNrXn7 Printable program application: https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/1898720/Gordon_County_Schools_Driver_Education_Application.pdf For the full list of information regaring our Driver's Education Program, please visit our website here: https://www.gcbe.org/page/driver-s-ed

Congratulations again to our GCS Teachers of the Year! Tolbert Elementary: Emily Rossberg, District Teacher of the Year Finalist Sonoraville High School: Nathan Schuster, District Teacher of the Year Finalist Sonoraville Elementary: Alli Smith, District Teacher of the Year Finalist Gordon Central High School: John Albright Fairmount Elementary: Sara Broom Ashworth Middle School: Justin Cole Red Bud Elementary: Lauren Gulledge Belwood Elementary: Stephania Hyde Red Bud Middle School: Matt Waters W.L. Swain Elementary: Sherri Wilson

Gordon County Schools and Calhoun City Schools are collaborating to provide students with soft skills and build community relationships with businesses and career opportunities. Today, they worked on creating and editing resumes at the Gordon County College and Career Academy. They did fantastic work!

Our April menus are full of Spring goodness: fresh strawberries, salads full of crisp lettuce and crunchy veggies, and a special flavor of our popular frozen fruit Sidekicks: Bloom, which is swirled watermelon juice and lemonade. We are ready to welcome Spring, and we will make sure all our students and staff eat well!

Congratulations to Sonoraville Elementary 2nd grade teacher Alli Smith on being named a District Teacher of the Year finalist! With 17 years of teaching experience, Alli is in her second year at SES after previously teaching 2nd and 4th grade at Belwood Elementary. She is passionate about mentoring future educators, working closely with SHS and college teaching programs. In 2018, she was honored as the Kennesaw State Collaborating Teacher of the Year. She also serves on the Helping Hands Committee and the SES Literacy Team, making a lasting impact on her students and school community. #TogetherGCS #TogetherSES #GordonCountySchools