8th grade parents and guardians, Gordon Central High School invites you to attend your child’s registration conference in the Ashworth media center on Tuesday, February 24, to provide input on your student’s schedule. Refer to the invitation letter your child received from their homeroom teacher for their appointment time. We look forward to seeing you then!
Attention 8th grade parents! Rising Freshman Open House will be Monday, February 9th at Gordon Central, 6:00-8:00 PM. Join us for an opportunity to explore the high school, meet teachers and staff, and learn about academic programs, extracurricular activities, and student expectations.
We hope that our students, staff, and families have remained safe during this recent period of severe weather. The safety and well-being of our school community remain our top priority, and we appreciate the patience and cooperation shown by our families and employees.
Due to the latest weather forecast from GEMA indicating the potential for severe weather in the northwest Georgia region, Gordon County Schools will be closed on Monday, January 26, 2026.
This precautionary measure is being taken to ensure the safety of our students, staff, and families amid potentially hazardous and unpredictable winter weather conditions. Gordon County Schools will continue to assess conditions in coordination with local and state partners.
Updated information regarding Tuesday’s school day will be provided as weather conditions are monitored tomorrow. Families should be prepared for the possibility of additional school closure dates and are encouraged to remain informed by our official district communication channels, including phone calls, text messages, social media, and the Gordon County Schools website.
We appreciate your understanding and continued support as the safety of our school community remains our highest priority.
Weather conditions expected this weekend and early next week could impact school operations, and Gordon County Schools wants families and staff to be aware that there may be potential school closures and/or delays.
District leaders are working with local and state agencies to watch conditions closely and make decisions soon with the safety of students and employees as the top priority. Updates will be shared through phone calls, text messages, social media, and our school and district websites.
Thank you for your continued understanding and support as we prioritize safety for our school community.
Mrs. Haynes brings a high level of creativity and intentionality to her instruction, designing engaging lessons that encourage students to strive for excellence. Her ability to connect with students across grade levels fosters a strong sense of belonging and contributes positively to our school culture.
A reflective and driven educator, Mrs. Haynes continually evaluates her practice to improve instruction and enhance student outcomes. Her commitment to professional growth directly impacts student engagement, confidence, and success.
In addition to her instructional strengths, Mrs. Haynes is a valued colleague and leader whose positive energy and collaborative spirit strengthen our school community. She exemplifies what it means to be a Warrior and consistently strives to Be the ONE who makes a meaningful difference in the lives of our students.
Coach Blizzard also shared his belief that “we are all one program, from elementary through high school,” reinforcing the importance of a strong feeder pattern and shared expectations. He invited our players to visit him at the high school anytime and shared information about spring practice and an upcoming signing day for rising freshmen.
We were also excited to announce Coach Matthew Moses as our new AMS Head Football Coach. Coach Moses brings leadership, consistency, and a student-first mindset as he steps into this role, and we look forward to the positive impact he will have on our players and program.
Additionally, we want to recognize Coach Gazaway, who after 17 years as a head football coach will transition into a coordinator and mentor role. His experience, guidance, and commitment to mentoring young coaches and players will continue to strengthen our program. We are grateful for the leadership, collaboration, and shared vision demonstrated by all of these coaches as we continue to build a strong, unified football program focused on student growth on and off the field. GO WARRIORS!
Pictured (L to R): Jason Poteet (AMS Athletic Director), Matthew Moses ( AMS Head Football Coach), Billy Blizzard (GC Head Football Coach), Tony Plott (GC Athletic Director), Jeff Gazaway (AMS Football Coach), Danny Lowrance (AMS Principal).
Congratulations to the winners of the 2025–2026 Gordon County Schools Technology Competition!
Students in grades 3–12 from across the district showcased their creativity and innovation by submitting original technology projects. Students competed individually or in pairs/teams across grade bands (3–4, 5–6, 7–8, 9–10, 11–12) in categories such as 3D Modeling, Animation, Game Design, Programming, Robotics, Video Production, Web & Mobile Apps, and more.
This year’s competition doubled in participation, with 200+ students, 138 projects, and representation from every campus. From those entries, 38 winning projects by 60 students were selected to advance to the Northwest Georgia Technology Competition on January 30 at Georgia Highlands College!
Regional Qualifiers by School:
Belwood Elementary
3rd: Harper Fox, Nora Greeson, Olivia Nasco, Nora Osborne, Lizzy Richards
4th: Nolan Ensley, Isaiah Milian
5th: Avril Brown, Audrey Psaila
Sponsoring Teacher: Tim Gilreath
Fairmount Elementary
5th: Elien Hess, John Thompson
Sponsoring Teacher: Kelly DeFrench
Red Bud Elementary
3rd: Keegan Hall
5th: Nora Gulledge, Ella Priest
Sponsoring Teacher: Ashley Davis
Sonoraville Elementary
4th: Layla Fowler, Michael Eifler, Whit Mashburn, Millie VanMeter
Sponsoring Teachers: Dr. Jennifer Farist, Jessica Hughes
Swain Elementary
4th: Anthony Nguyen
Sponsoring Teacher: Monica Nacey
Tolbert Elementary
4th: Lukas Hernandez, Rebekah Sanchez
5th: Olivia Hawkins, Olivia Hernandez, Amerie Tipton
Sponsoring Teachers: Katie Edwards, Belinda Smith
Ashworth Middle
6th: Peyton Bodiford, Gracelyn Manis
Sponsoring Teacher: Matt Wiley
Red Bud Middle
6th: Levi Cochran, Koltyn Earl, Connor Gazerro, Rayce Johnston, Abigail Patel, Ryder Quarles, Isaac Salmeron
7th: Carly Bailey, Allison Charette, Rylee Cook, Preston Greeson, Jacobi Johnston, Peter Obi, Grayson Tumlin
8th: Laney Kate Bennett, Elliott Cooper, Elijah Dacus, Dalton Evans, Desmond Green, Parker Holland, Landon Holmes, Kolton Hudec, Oliver Monica, Adelyn Murphy, Rebecca Naum, Rosslyn Rodriguez, Jacoby Weaver
Sponsoring Teacher: Carrie Greeson-Parish
Gordon Central High / College & Career Academy
9th: Noah Childers, Zillionaire Li Ou
11th: Daniela Macias Sanchez
12th: Baxley Burnette, William Parish, Tristan Zufelt
Sponsoring Teachers: Mackenzi Hice, Heather Stodghill
Sonoraville High / College & Career Academy
9th: Corbyn Morgan
Sponsoring Teacher: Heather Stodghill
Best of luck to all students representing Gordon County Schools at the regional competition! We’re proud of you!
