Belwood Elementary 5th grade teacher Jessica Kelley had students using their knowledge of figurative language as they moved to different areas of the classroom and hallway to answer and review metaphors, similes, personification, hyperbole, and more.
Students worked both independently and collaboratively to strengthen their understanding of figurative language and how authors use words to convey meaning and create impact in writing.
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Students worked both independently and collaboratively to strengthen their understanding of figurative language and how authors use words to convey meaning and create impact in writing.
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W. L. Swain Elementary REACH teacher Monica Nacey had her 3rd grade students building, writing, and coding today as they created and described a character through storytelling. Students identified their character’s traits, feelings, and actions, then wrote a story and brought it to life by animating it using Scratch Jr.
This creative lesson blended writing, critical thinking, and technology while giving students an engaging way to express their ideas!
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This creative lesson blended writing, critical thinking, and technology while giving students an engaging way to express their ideas!
#ExtraordinaryGCS #ExtraordinaryWLS
Tolbert Elementary kindergarten teacher Kayleigh Jones and co-teacher Jasmin Vazquez worked with students today during a phonics lesson focused on the “ox” sound. Students practiced recognizing and applying the sound as they built early reading and language skills through hands-on learning.
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Fairmount Elementary 5th grade Reading and ELA teacher Molli Price led a strong class discussion as students analyzed and scored exemplar writing using Georgia Milestones examples. Students used their rubrics to explain how they scored each piece, while also identifying what was missing and what could be improved.
This thoughtful conversation helped students better understand expectations for quality writing and gave them valuable insight they can apply as they continue to develop and strengthen their own writing skills.
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This thoughtful conversation helped students better understand expectations for quality writing and gave them valuable insight they can apply as they continue to develop and strengthen their own writing skills.
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Red Bud Elementary physical education teacher Corey Baxter has been teaching first grade students the fundamental skills of volleyball, including serving, bumping, and setting. Students had a great time practicing these techniques during specials while building coordination, teamwork, and confidence.
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#ExtraordinaryGCS #ExtraordinaryRBES
Red Bud Middle School 6th grade math teacher Sydney Shipley worked with students today to check for understanding as they practiced identifying and graphing inequalities. Students were engaged in the process and demonstrated their learning through instruction and hands-on practice.
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#ExtraordinaryGCS #ExtraordinaryRBMS
Sonoraville High School Early Childhood Education teacher Lori Holland taught her students about the seven A’s of professionalism that apply to any future career: attitude, attendance, appearance, ambition, accountability, acceptance, and appreciation.
Students worked in pairs to create engaging visuals to develop into posters, highlighting each trait while also reinforcing the importance of visual literacy. The activity connected professionalism with early childhood instruction, showing how visuals play a key role in communicating ideas and supporting learning.
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Students worked in pairs to create engaging visuals to develop into posters, highlighting each trait while also reinforcing the importance of visual literacy. The activity connected professionalism with early childhood instruction, showing how visuals play a key role in communicating ideas and supporting learning.
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Sonoraville Elementary kindergarten teacher Sonja Baggett and paraprofessional Jamie Wingfield worked with students today as they reviewed their writing and illustrations. Students practiced writing by explaining the steps needed to make a snowman, combining creativity with early writing skills. It was a fun and engaging way to reinforce the writing process.
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Gordon County Schools will be closed Monday, January 19th, in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
Gordon County Schools Registration Information
Pre-K Registration Period: February 2nd - March 6th
Pre-K Lottery: March 27th
Kindergarten Registration: Begins February 3rd
Pre-K registration for Gordon County Schools opens February 2nd and closes March 6th. The Pre-K Lottery will take place March 27th. Children must be four years old on or before September 1st. Children who are five years old by September 1st may attend Pre-K if they have not previously attended a Georgia Pre-K.
For detailed information about Pre-K and Kindergarten Registration, follow the links below or scan the QR Code from the graphics. You may also call your child's in-district school for more information about kindergarten enrollment.
- Pre-K Registration Information: https://www.gcbe.org/page/prek-program
- Kindergarten Registration Information: https://www.gcbe.org/page/student-enrollment
Join our EXTRAORDINARY school system, where we are committed to student success!
Pre-K Registration Period: February 2nd - March 6th
Pre-K Lottery: March 27th
Kindergarten Registration: Begins February 3rd
Pre-K registration for Gordon County Schools opens February 2nd and closes March 6th. The Pre-K Lottery will take place March 27th. Children must be four years old on or before September 1st. Children who are five years old by September 1st may attend Pre-K if they have not previously attended a Georgia Pre-K.
For detailed information about Pre-K and Kindergarten Registration, follow the links below or scan the QR Code from the graphics. You may also call your child's in-district school for more information about kindergarten enrollment.
- Pre-K Registration Information: https://www.gcbe.org/page/prek-program
- Kindergarten Registration Information: https://www.gcbe.org/page/student-enrollment
Join our EXTRAORDINARY school system, where we are committed to student success!
Today, Gordon County Schools proudly recognizes National Law Enforcement Day and extends our sincere appreciation to the school resource officers who protect and serve our students and staff each day. We are grateful for the dedicated officers from the Gordon County Sheriff’s Department, the Calhoun City Police Department, and the Fairmount City Police Department who work closely with our schools.
Their commitment to safety, relationship building, and community partnership helps create secure learning environments where students can be extraordinary. Thank you for your service, professionalism, and continued support of Gordon County Schools.
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Their commitment to safety, relationship building, and community partnership helps create secure learning environments where students can be extraordinary. Thank you for your service, professionalism, and continued support of Gordon County Schools.
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Is your teenager ready to learn how to drive? Our Driver's Ed Program classes are beginning soon at Gordon County Schools! Enrollment is available now. We have several available program dates listed below:
February - March 2026
Location: Sonoraville High School
Dates: February 23-25, March 2-4
Time: 3:30 PM - 8:30 PM
April 2026
Location: Gordon Central High School
Dates: April 13-15, 20-22
Time: 3:00 PM - 8:30 PM
June 2026
Dates and times to be determined.
July 2026
Dates and times to be determined.
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 regarding our Driver's Education Program, please visit the Gordon County Schools website at: https://www.gcbe.org/page/driver-s-ed
February - March 2026
Location: Sonoraville High School
Dates: February 23-25, March 2-4
Time: 3:30 PM - 8:30 PM
April 2026
Location: Gordon Central High School
Dates: April 13-15, 20-22
Time: 3:00 PM - 8:30 PM
June 2026
Dates and times to be determined.
July 2026
Dates and times to be determined.
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 regarding our Driver's Education Program, please visit the Gordon County Schools website at: https://www.gcbe.org/page/driver-s-ed
Gordon County Schools is proud to announce its 2025 Pathway Graduation Rates published today by the Georgia Department of Education. The Class of 2025 had graduation rates in the following categories: 100% in Advanced Academics, 100% in World Language, 97.09% in Fine Arts, and 97.83% in CTAE.
Our school system prepares Gordon County high school students with life after graduation through career planning and pathway courses. Families work with our high schools during registration to help map out a minimum of three related Georgia Career Clusters to help identify potential career paths and navigate to greater success in the real world.
The purpose of graduating with a completed career pathway is to show students the importance of what they are learning in the classroom, whether they want to attend a two-year college, a four-year university, serve in our military, or go straight into the workforce. By taking courses in advanced academics, world languages, fine arts, or Career, Technical, and Agricultural Education (CTAE), our students are better prepared and ready for life after high school.
Gordon County Schools is very proud of its 2025 senior class, and we look forward to seeing this continued success with our upcoming graduates.
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Our school system prepares Gordon County high school students with life after graduation through career planning and pathway courses. Families work with our high schools during registration to help map out a minimum of three related Georgia Career Clusters to help identify potential career paths and navigate to greater success in the real world.
The purpose of graduating with a completed career pathway is to show students the importance of what they are learning in the classroom, whether they want to attend a two-year college, a four-year university, serve in our military, or go straight into the workforce. By taking courses in advanced academics, world languages, fine arts, or Career, Technical, and Agricultural Education (CTAE), our students are better prepared and ready for life after high school.
Gordon County Schools is very proud of its 2025 senior class, and we look forward to seeing this continued success with our upcoming graduates.
#ExtraordinaryGCS
Now Hiring: IT Systems / Low Voltage Specialist
Gordon County Schools is looking for a skilled IT Systems / Low Voltage Specialist to join our technology team!
This 12-month position plays a critical role in keeping our district’s technology and low voltage systems running smoothly, from networked systems and servers to security, intercoms, cameras, and classroom technology. If you enjoy hands on technical work, problem solving, and supporting schools through reliable technology, this could be the perfect fit.
What you’ll do:
• Install, configure, and maintain hardware, software, and low voltage systems
• Support and manage systems such as phone and print servers, MDM, ticketing, inventory, LMS, and student SSO
• Maintain and repair alarms, cameras, access control, intercoms, clocks, cabling, projectors, and more
• Troubleshoot system issues and implement security best practices
• Collaborate with staff, vendors, and IT teams to support schools
• Document systems, inventory, and work orders
• Train school personnel on technology and equipment
Why Gordon County Schools?
• Competitive pay for a 229-day position
• Georgia State Health Benefit Plan
• Meaningful work supporting students and staff
• Opportunity to work with a wide range of modern systems and technologies
Apply today by scanning the QR code or visiting gcbe.schoolspring.com
Help us keep learning connected, secure, and running strong by joining the Gordon County Schools technology team!
Gordon County Schools is looking for a skilled IT Systems / Low Voltage Specialist to join our technology team!
This 12-month position plays a critical role in keeping our district’s technology and low voltage systems running smoothly, from networked systems and servers to security, intercoms, cameras, and classroom technology. If you enjoy hands on technical work, problem solving, and supporting schools through reliable technology, this could be the perfect fit.
What you’ll do:
• Install, configure, and maintain hardware, software, and low voltage systems
• Support and manage systems such as phone and print servers, MDM, ticketing, inventory, LMS, and student SSO
• Maintain and repair alarms, cameras, access control, intercoms, clocks, cabling, projectors, and more
• Troubleshoot system issues and implement security best practices
• Collaborate with staff, vendors, and IT teams to support schools
• Document systems, inventory, and work orders
• Train school personnel on technology and equipment
Why Gordon County Schools?
• Competitive pay for a 229-day position
• Georgia State Health Benefit Plan
• Meaningful work supporting students and staff
• Opportunity to work with a wide range of modern systems and technologies
Apply today by scanning the QR code or visiting gcbe.schoolspring.com
Help us keep learning connected, secure, and running strong by joining the Gordon County Schools technology team!
Welcome back to Gordon County Schools! We are excited to welcome our students back today as we begin a new semester together.
Teachers worked hard yesterday in professional development sessions and collaboration to prepare for the spring semester. We hope everyone enjoyed a restful break and is ready for a fresh start filled with learning, growth, and extraordinary opportunities!
Let's look forward to a great return to school.
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Gordon County Schools will return to class tomorrow, January 6. We look forward to welcoming our students and staff back as we begin the new semester together. We hope everyone enjoyed a restful break and is ready for an extraordinary start to the year ahead.
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Gordon County Schools will return to class on Tuesday, January 6. We look forward to welcoming our students and staff back as we begin the new semester together. We hope everyone enjoyed a restful break and is ready for an extraordinary start to the year ahead.
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As we welcome the New Year, Gordon County Schools wishes our students, staff, families, and community a happy and healthy 2026. We are grateful for the dedication, growth, and achievements that made the past year truly extraordinary.
Let's look ahead together with optimism, purpose, and a continued commitment to providing equal opportunities for every student. Here’s to new goals, new successes, and an inspiring year ahead!
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Let's look ahead together with optimism, purpose, and a continued commitment to providing equal opportunities for every student. Here’s to new goals, new successes, and an inspiring year ahead!
#ExtraordinaryGCS
Gordon County Schools wishes our students, staff, families, and community a merry Christmas and joyful holiday season. We hope this time is filled with warmth, reflection, and meaningful moments with those you care about.
As many celebrate Christmas and others observe traditions that are special to them, we extend our best wishes to everyone for this season of kindness, gratitude, and goodwill.
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As many celebrate Christmas and others observe traditions that are special to them, we extend our best wishes to everyone for this season of kindness, gratitude, and goodwill.
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We wish our students, staff, and families a happy and safe holiday season. Gordon County Schools is out December 22 through January 5, and students will return on January 6. We hope everyone enjoys a safe and restful time with loved ones.
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