With 10 years of experience as a Registered Nurse, Mrs. Burns shared valuable insight into Neonatal Nursing and Labor & Delivery, along with her work in Pediatric home health and infusion care. Our students loved learning from her real-world experience and expertise. 💙🩺
Congratulations to our Senior Cross-Country Warriors! 💙
We are so proud of our senior runners for their hard work, dedication, and leadership throughout the season. They were recently honored during halftime at the first home basketball game of the season.
Pictured from left to right: Reagan Kerce, Damaris Mendez, Jackson Gaither, Seth Kolterman, Rene Lopez, Dillon Taylor, Randy Vicente, and Eric Zapien.
Not pictured: Sean Parrott and Nehemiah Rich.
A huge thank-you to our incredible coaches, Mr. Skip Matherly and Mrs. Connie Worley, for guiding and supporting our athletes every step of the way.
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Warrior Nation is proud of you! 💙 #extraordinarygchs
Gordon County Schools are teaming up with the Voluntary Action Center to help local families in need.
🗓️ November 17–21
Bring non-perishable food items like canned veggies, soups, pasta, and noodles.
Every item makes a difference for families right here in Gordon County! 💙
Students...the food drive only runs through this Friday, Nov. 21 so please bring your cans in as soon as possible. Our school goal is 2000 cans. The class with the most cans per student by Friday, November 21 wins a donut party after Thanksgiving break.
#WarriorNation #FiredUpToGive #CommunityStrong
The fun kicks off Tuesday, December 2nd, and we can’t wait to see all your festive outfits! 🎄💫
Our "Winter Holiday Meal Box" registration is now open! Registration ends Wednesday, November 19th at 11:59 p.m., so act quickly if you are interested!
Gordon County Schools is excited to support families this holiday season by providing 10 breakfasts and 10 lunches per child to help cover meals during Winter Holidays/Christmas Break. This program is open to all children ages 0–18 (and 0–21 for students with special needs) in Gordon County; no school enrollment required.
Pickup Date & Time:
Friday, December 19th — 1:00 PM to 7:00 PM
(PLEASE NOTE: There has been a change to our previous survey. GCS was notified that we are only permitted to do pickup for Friday, December 19th due to regulations pertaining to this amazing program. We will be notifying anyone who originally chose Thursday's date to let each family know of the change and whether they can still pick up or not.)
Pickup locations vary by school; please select your preferred site in the form. Registration is required to accurately supply food. One meal kit per child.
Register here: https://forms.office.com/r/eisxPH9B5W
We look forward to serving our Gordon County families this holiday season!
Lily, a senior at Gordon Central High School, was recommended by her healthcare teacher, Mrs. Amber Lee, who shared how Lily embodies everything it takes to succeed in the medical field. She demonstrates professionalism, compassion, and a strong commitment to learning both in the classroom and in our community.
Dedicated, focused, and full of heart, Lily is a shining example of excellence.
Congratulations, Lily! 🎉💙
Be sure to cheer them on and show your Pride in the Tribe. Go Warriors!
#ExtraordinaryGCS #ExtraordinaryGCHS
Today’s lunch guests included kindergarten students from Tolbert Elementary, who visited GCHS to participate in learning activities with Kodi Albright’s Teaching as a Profession students, as well as veterans honored with a special luncheon.
Also, let's hear it for the staff at Belwood Elementary, Red Bud Middle, Sonoraville Elementary, and Tolbert Elementary who also served Thanksgiving lunches today! Ashworth served theirs on November 4th, and Fairmount Elementary will have theirs on November 18th!
We are grateful to the entire school nutrition team for consistently going above and beyond to provide delicious and nutritious meals for our schools!
#ExtraordinaryGCS #ExtraordinaryGCHS
On Wednesday, November 12, Gordon Central High School hosted its annual Apply to College Day, giving seniors the opportunity to take an important step toward their futures. Representatives from Georgia Northwestern Technical College, Dalton State College, Georgia Highlands College, and Shorter University were on hand to guide students through the application process.
A total of 94 seniors participated, and an impressive 205 college applications have been submitted. Congratulations to our Class of 2025 for taking this exciting step toward their postsecondary goals!
#ExtraordinaryGCHS #WarriorsClassof2025
Gordon County Schools are teaming up with the Voluntary Action Center to help local families in need.
🗓️ November 17–21
Bring non-perishable food items like canned veggies, soups, pasta, and noodles.
Every item makes a difference for families right here in Gordon County! 💙
Students...turn cans into your 1st block teacher....the class with the most cans per student by Friday, November 21 wins a donut party after Thanksgiving break.
#WarriorNation #FiredUpToGive #CommunityStrong
A big thank you to Tracy Farriba for the insightful tour and for sharing valuable knowledge about careers in healthcare! #FutureHealthcareProfessionals #WarriorExcellence #ExtraordinaryGCHS
Future teachers in action! Mrs. Albright’s Teaching as a Profession Level 2 & 3 students have been busy learning and teaching alongside amazing educators at Ashworth, Tolbert, and Belwood. We’re so appreciative of this partnership! 🍎✨ #ExtraordinaryGCHS
Mrs. Lee’s Allied Health students are learning about Complementary and Alternative Medicine (CAM) this week. From essential oils and aromatherapy to paraffin wax treatments, students are discovering different ways to enhance overall well-being!
#WarriorNation #HealthcareScience #HandsOnLearning #Wellness #GordonCentral
Mrs. Lee’s Essentials class is diving into the cardiovascular system this week! Students took their learning outside and used sidewalk chalk to trace the pathway of blood through the heart — and they all did an amazing job! 💙
#WarriorNation #HandsOnLearning #ScienceInAction #GordonCentral
Gateway applications for the 2025–26 Spring Semester are open October 27 – December 6!
✅ Use the QR code or click here to apply: https://forms.office.com/r/nXYLGixKcf?origin=lprLink
📅 Decisions will be announced by December 12.
📩 Have questions? Email Mr. Shattuck at jshattuck@gcbe.org
Congratulations to our outstanding Warriors who have gone above and beyond in their Social Studies classes! These students have shown excellence, leadership, and a passion for learning — and we’re proud to celebrate them!
📚 Honorees:
Mr. Albright – Stacy Romero (not pictured)
Mr. Garrett – Grace Robbins (not pictured)
Ms. Gowan – Clara Gallion (not pictured)
Mr. Hughes – Kaleb Holbert
Ms. Hughes – Kayden Parker
Ms. Hopkins – Brooklyn Sumner
Mr. Parker – Emme Kinsey
Mr. Skiffen – Farrah Mihill
Please help us congratulate these incredible students for their hard work and dedication! 💙
#WarriorPride #StudentOfTheMonth #SocialStudies #GordonCentral #ExtraordinaryGCHS
Gordon Central’s Teaching as a Profession class hosted Swain Elementary kindergarten students today for fun, hands-on learning activities and projects led by Mrs. Albright’s TAP students! #ExtraordinaryGCS
Join us in celebrating our outstanding Warriors who have shown excellence, leadership, and dedication in their sports and beyond!
🏈 Football – Erik Garcia
Erik continues to shine on special teams with a standout month:
• 13 kickoffs with 7 touchbacks
• 10 punts with a 39-yard average, a 60-yard long, and 3 inside the 20
• 8 of 9 on PATs and 1 of 2 on field goals
His consistency and precision make him a true asset to the Warriors.
🏃♂️ Cross Country – Miguel Gutierrez
A freshman new to the program, Miguel has shown incredible growth this season. From improved race performances to becoming a dependable teammate, he has earned the respect of older runners and stepped up as a leader among his peers.
🥎 Softball – Breanna Blasengame
Bre is a natural-born leader who demonstrates dedication on and off the field. She balances academics, a part-time job, and athletics with determination and excellence — a true example of work ethic and Warrior pride.
📸 Not Pictured:
• Melissa Gonzalez – Volleyball
Melissa exemplifies dedication, teamwork, and positivity. Her leadership and strong work ethic make her an inspiration to her teammates.
• Zach Kirby – Cheer
Zach is known for his unwavering effort, positive attitude, and commitment to his team. Always giving 100%, he sets the standard for Warrior spirit and determination.
A huge thank you to our community partner, Coca-Cola, for sponsoring this award and supporting our student-athletes.
Help us congratulate these Warriors for representing Gordon Central with pride, effort, and heart! 💙⚔️
#WarriorPride #AthleteOfTheMonth #GCProud #LeadByExample #ThankYouCocaCola
