Gordon County Schools appreciates all of our instructional coaches who make an impact each day working with teachers and staff! #ExtraordinaryGCS
Congratulations to Belwood Elementary for winning September’s Attendance Awareness Month challenge with the highest attendance rate of 96.33%. Executive Director of Student Services Mike Evelti recognized BES principal Matt Fox for this achievement during the district leadership meeting. Way to go, Belwood! #ExtraordinaryGCS #ExtraordinaryBES
Today is National Custodian Day! Let’s take a moment to recognize the incredible contributions our custodians make every single day. They work tirelessly behind the scenes to keep our schools clean, safe, and welcoming for students, staff, and visitors alike.
Let’s bring their efforts into the spotlight and show them just how much we value and appreciate all they do! #ExtraordinaryGCS
Let’s bring their efforts into the spotlight and show them just how much we value and appreciate all they do! #ExtraordinaryGCS
October is National Principals Month, and Gordon County Schools is proud to celebrate the incredible leaders who guide our schools each day. Our principals work tirelessly to support students, staff, and families while fostering positive learning environments where students can succeed. Thank you to our principals for the difference you make in our schools and community! #ExtraordinaryGCS
Congratulations to our 2024-2025 Gordon County Schools students who exceeded state and national averages on the SAT!
Today’s data release highlights the success of Gordon County Schools students as they prepare for postsecondary opportunities. Both Gordon Central High School and Sonoraville High School posted mean scores above the national averages in every category. Gordon Central earned a total mean score of 1033, including a Reading/Writing mean of 533, exceeding the state averages, while Sonoraville also demonstrated strong performance that contributed to the district’s overall success.
Gordon County Results at a Glance:
Gordon Central High School (GCHS): 1033 total mean (533 Reading and Writing / 500 Math)
Sonoraville High School (SHS): 1016 total mean (524 Evidence-Based Reading and Writing / 492 Math)
District Average: 1021 total mean (527 ERW / 494 Math)
State of Georgia: 1029 total mean (526 ERW / 502 Math)
National Average: 996 total mean (508 ERW / 488 Math)
For the eighth consecutive year, Georgia’s public-school students outperformed the nation’s public-school average on the SAT. Georgia’s class of 2025 recorded a mean score of 1029, which is 33 points higher than the national average of 996.
Georgia’s students earned a 526 mean in Evidence-Based Reading and Writing (ERW) and a 502 mean in Math, compared to 508 ERW and 488 Math for students nationwide.
Participation in Georgia increased this year, with 55% of Georgia’s class of 2025 taking the SAT at some point during high school, compared to 52% for the class of 2024 and 50% for the class of 2023. This expanded participation sometimes leads to slight decreases in overall averages.
Gordon County Schools celebrates these results as a reflection of the district’s dedication to preparing students for success beyond high school. Thank you to our dedicated teachers, supportive families, and community stakeholders who partner with us from the very first day of kindergarten through graduation.
Today’s data release highlights the success of Gordon County Schools students as they prepare for postsecondary opportunities. Both Gordon Central High School and Sonoraville High School posted mean scores above the national averages in every category. Gordon Central earned a total mean score of 1033, including a Reading/Writing mean of 533, exceeding the state averages, while Sonoraville also demonstrated strong performance that contributed to the district’s overall success.
Gordon County Results at a Glance:
Gordon Central High School (GCHS): 1033 total mean (533 Reading and Writing / 500 Math)
Sonoraville High School (SHS): 1016 total mean (524 Evidence-Based Reading and Writing / 492 Math)
District Average: 1021 total mean (527 ERW / 494 Math)
State of Georgia: 1029 total mean (526 ERW / 502 Math)
National Average: 996 total mean (508 ERW / 488 Math)
For the eighth consecutive year, Georgia’s public-school students outperformed the nation’s public-school average on the SAT. Georgia’s class of 2025 recorded a mean score of 1029, which is 33 points higher than the national average of 996.
Georgia’s students earned a 526 mean in Evidence-Based Reading and Writing (ERW) and a 502 mean in Math, compared to 508 ERW and 488 Math for students nationwide.
Participation in Georgia increased this year, with 55% of Georgia’s class of 2025 taking the SAT at some point during high school, compared to 52% for the class of 2024 and 50% for the class of 2023. This expanded participation sometimes leads to slight decreases in overall averages.
Gordon County Schools celebrates these results as a reflection of the district’s dedication to preparing students for success beyond high school. Thank you to our dedicated teachers, supportive families, and community stakeholders who partner with us from the very first day of kindergarten through graduation.
Belwood Elementary 5th grade teacher Katherine Montelongo guided her students today in learning how to cite evidence in their writing. Students discussed supporting and defending claims with strong evidence, building important skills as thoughtful writers and critical thinkers. #ExtraordinaryGCS #ExtraordinaryBES
W.L. Swain Elementary 4th grade teacher Laura Hall was working with her students on long division today. Her class practiced problem-solving strategies and showed great effort as they built confidence in their math skills. #ExtraordinaryGCS #ExtraordinaryWLS
Today, Detective Cody Jones and the Gordon County Sheriff’s Department visited Tolbert Elementary to announce the official name of their new canine. Tolbert Elementary won the naming contest, and the bloodhound will now proudly be called Max.
Max was rescued after being abandoned and will now serve the Gordon County community by helping protect and support law enforcement. Students at Tolbert Elementary were excited to greet Max, named in honor of Max V. Tolbert, and celebrate his new job with the GCSD. Superintendent Alice Mashburn, principal Dr. Rebecca Owen, teachers, and staff joined in welcoming the Sheriff’s Department for this special occasion. #ExtraordinaryGCS #ExtraordinaryTES
Max was rescued after being abandoned and will now serve the Gordon County community by helping protect and support law enforcement. Students at Tolbert Elementary were excited to greet Max, named in honor of Max V. Tolbert, and celebrate his new job with the GCSD. Superintendent Alice Mashburn, principal Dr. Rebecca Owen, teachers, and staff joined in welcoming the Sheriff’s Department for this special occasion. #ExtraordinaryGCS #ExtraordinaryTES
Gordon County Schools is proud to announce an extraordinary graduation rate for the Class of 2025, with 95.5% of students earning their diplomas. Sonoraville High School reported a graduation rate of 96%, and Gordon Central High School reported a graduation rate of 94.8%. The College and Career Ready Performance Index (CCRPI) graduation rate measures the percentage of students who graduate from high school with a regular diploma in four or five years.
Gordon County Schools’ four-year graduation rate of 94.53% significantly exceeds Georgia’s 2025 state average of 87.2%, surpassing it by 7.3 percentage points. This milestone is based on the most recent report released by the Georgia Department of Education, which calculates graduation rates using a four-year cohort method in compliance with federal law.
The four-year cohort method follows a group of students from the start of ninth grade, adjusting for transfers in and out over the following three years. The graduation rate is then determined by dividing the number of students who graduate with a regular high school diploma by the total number of students in the adjusted cohort. For more than a decade, Gordon County Schools has consistently exceeded state averages.
Superintendent Alice Mashburn stated, “Congratulations to the Class of 2025. Their achievement reflects the strength of an entire community united with one purpose: student success. Teachers, staff, administrators, parents, and community partners have all played a vital role in preparing these graduates for the future. We will continue inspiring, supporting, and preparing every student for lifelong success and prosperity."
Gordon County Schools continues to demonstrate that student success is built on a foundation of rigorous academics, supportive educators, and engaged families. These graduation rates represent the district’s unwavering commitment to ensuring students are empowered to reach their full potential.
#ExtraordinaryGCS
Gordon County Schools will be on Fall Break from October 6 through October 10. We hope all of our students, staff, and families enjoy a safe and relaxing break! #ExtraordinaryGCS
Sonoraville High School Construction teacher and SkillsUSA Advisor Bo Dooley has his students preparing through a mock competition for upcoming region and state events. Mr. Dooley’s program has a strong record of competing at both the state and national levels, and students are working hard in areas such as masonry, carpentry, electrical, plumbing, and more as they aim for another championship.
SkillsUSA competitions give students the opportunity to demonstrate their technical knowledge, problem-solving skills, and hands-on abilities while competing against peers from across the state and nation. These events provide real-world experiences that prepare students for success in their future careers. #ExtraordinaryGCS #ExtraordinarySHS
SkillsUSA competitions give students the opportunity to demonstrate their technical knowledge, problem-solving skills, and hands-on abilities while competing against peers from across the state and nation. These events provide real-world experiences that prepare students for success in their future careers. #ExtraordinaryGCS #ExtraordinarySHS
Ashworth Middle School 7th grade math teacher Janice Mosley is teaching students how to solve inequalities and graph solutions. Students are working together in groups at different boards, collaborating to show their work and build deeper understanding of the concepts. #ExtraordinaryGCS #ExtraordinaryAMS
Gordon Central High School U.S. History teacher Renee Hughes is guiding her students through discussing the Civil War and Reconstruction. It's also Homecoming Week, and both assistant principals are dressed up for Neon Day! #ExtraordinaryGCS #ExtraordinaryGCHS
On Saturday, the Red Bud Middle School Softball team made it to the BGMSAA Region Championship game for the 8th consecutive year! They fought hard but were ultimately defeated by Cartersville 5-3 in the Championship game. They had to defeat Woodland and Adairsville before making it to the finals.
We are very proud of these players and would like to thank the families, students, and several staff members of the Phoenix Nation for supporting us all season! Go Phoenix! #ExtraordinaryRBMS #ExtraordinaryGCS
We are very proud of these players and would like to thank the families, students, and several staff members of the Phoenix Nation for supporting us all season! Go Phoenix! #ExtraordinaryRBMS #ExtraordinaryGCS
Congratulations to members of the faculty and staff of Red Bud Middle School who participated in WALKING and WATER in August. Red Bud Middle led the school system in percentage of faculty and staff who participated.
Those who participated were eligible for prize drawings. Cassie Bartley (8 Math) and Taylor Fain (7 Science) won Gordon County Schools tumblers. Becky Hulsey (AP) and Todd Mullinax (6 Social Studies) won Advent Health beach towels. Thanks to everyone who participated las month. Keep it up! Be EXTRAORDINARY well!
#ExtraordinaryGCS #ExtraordinaryRBMS
Those who participated were eligible for prize drawings. Cassie Bartley (8 Math) and Taylor Fain (7 Science) won Gordon County Schools tumblers. Becky Hulsey (AP) and Todd Mullinax (6 Social Studies) won Advent Health beach towels. Thanks to everyone who participated las month. Keep it up! Be EXTRAORDINARY well!
#ExtraordinaryGCS #ExtraordinaryRBMS
Big news! The 2026-27 FAFSA® form is now live!
Apply now at FAFSA.gov to access grants, loans, and work-study that can help you pay for college or career training. The earlier you apply, the more opportunities you may unlock. Don’t wait — apply today!
Website: https://studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa
Apply now at FAFSA.gov to access grants, loans, and work-study that can help you pay for college or career training. The earlier you apply, the more opportunities you may unlock. Don’t wait — apply today!
Website: https://studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa
Our October menus are here! This month brings National School Lunch Week from October 13-17, and it will be exciting and fun! Students are encouraged to "Taste the World" and try a different international cuisine each day of the week.
Red Bud Middle School band director Lee Holley is working with 6th grade students as they begin learning to play their new instruments. Mr. Holley emphasized the importance of “Respect the Rests” when reading music, helping students build a strong foundation in their musical journey. #ExtraordinaryGCS #ExtraordinaryRBMS
Red Bud Elementary 3rd grade teacher Calli Davis is modeling different ways to show how two factors create a product when multiplying. Her students are actively engaged and practicing drawing arrays in groups to strengthen their understanding of multiplication. #ExtraordinaryGCS #ExtraordinaryRBE
Second grade teacher Nicole Land at Sonoraville Elementary is guiding her students as they work on creating equations from word problems and solving them. Her students are practicing critical thinking and problem-solving skills while building confidence in math! #ExtraordinaryGCS #ExtraordinarySES
