Mrs. Brock began her journey with Gordon County Schools in 2006 as a classroom teacher at Belwood Elementary. Over the years, she served as an instructional coach before becoming assistant principal at Red Bud Elementary in 2013. In 2016, she stepped into the role of principal, where she has faithfully led the Red Bud community for the past decade.
Throughout her career, Mrs. Brock has been known for her deep love for students, her unwavering support of staff, and her commitment to building strong relationships with families. Her leadership has helped make Red Bud Elementary the special place it is today.
Below is a message Mrs. Brock wrote for the Red Bud community:
In 2006, I joined the Gordon County Schools family as a classroom teacher at Belwood Elementary. Over the years I had the privilege of serving as an instructional coach, then as assistant principal at Red Bud Elementary in 2013. In 2016 I was honored to step into the role of principal.
For the past 10 years, serving as the principal of Red Bud Elementary has been one of the greatest blessings of my life. This school has truly been my mission field. The children, families, staff, and this community hold such a special place in my heart. Every day I have been surrounded by people who love children deeply and believe in the power of relationships.
One of the greatest joys has been being part of so many of your children’s lives over the years, watching them grow, learn, and become incredible young people. Seeing their smiles in the hallways, celebrating their successes, and walking alongside families through the years is something I will always treasure.
Red Bud is more than a school. It is a family. The love, support, and care that live within these walls are truly something special.
I will always consider it one of the greatest honors of my life that you trusted me with your children. Thank you for allowing me to be part of their story and part of this incredible community.
“Being a principal isn’t about leading a building — it’s about loving the people inside it.”
Red Bud will forever hold a special place in my heart.
Mrs. Brock’s legacy will live on through the countless students she has encouraged, the educators she has supported, and the strong, loving culture she helped build at Red Bud Elementary.
Please join us in thanking Mrs. Brock for her years of leadership and wishing her the very best in this next chapter! She is already working closely with Mrs. Becky Hulsey, who was recently announced as the next principal of Red Bud Elementary, to ensure a successful transition for the school and community.
All parents, families, school staff, students, and community members:
We need your input to plan for the 2026–2027 school year. This is an opportunity for you to provide input and suggestions to build new ideas and create positive change in our school.
We will review and revise the following:
School-Parent Compact
School Improvement Plan
School Parent & Family Engagement Policy
District Parent & Family Engagement Policy
Consolidated LEA Improvement Plan (CLIP)
Come and share ideas about how the 1% set aside for Parent & Family Engagement can be best used.
MARK YOUR CALENDARS
March 11, 2026
7:30 am - 12:30 pm Drop-in Session
Red Bud Elementary. School
For more information, you can contact us or visit our website:
Telephone: 706-625-2111
Fax: 706-879-5340
Email: dbrock@gcbe.org
Website: www.gcbe.org/o/rbes
The Gordon County Schools Board of Education approved Becky Hulsey as the new principal of Red Bud Elementary School during its March 9 regular meeting.
Mrs. Hulsey currently serves as assistant principal at Red Bud Middle School, where she has supported students, teachers, and families since 2021. In her role, she has led professional learning for teachers, supported tiered intervention, evaluated instructional practices, and worked closely with families to support student success.
She previously served as assistant principal at Sonoraville High School and as an academic coach and teacher at Red Bud Middle School. Mrs. Hulsey began her career teaching in Gordon County Schools at Sonoraville Elementary, Sonoraville High School, and Sonoraville Middle School.
Mrs. Hulsey holds a Specialist and Master’s degree in Educational Leadership from Kennesaw State University and a Bachelor of Education from the University of Georgia.
“I love the Red Bud community and feel truly honored to have the opportunity to serve as Principal of Red Bud Elementary,” Mrs. Hulsey said. “This community has shaped me and supported me throughout most of my career, and it means the world to continue giving back to the place I call home.”
Mrs. Hulsey will succeed Debra Brock, who is retiring at the end of the year after serving as principal of Red Bud Elementary since 2016. Gordon County Schools thanks Mrs. Brock for her leadership and strong commitment to her school community.
Please join us in congratulating Becky Hulsey on her new role leading the Red Bud Elementary School community!
in Partnership with The Creative Discovery Museum
Invites you to join us for an evening of fun, learning, and discovery as we celebrate the joy of reading at Literacy Night!
Enjoy interactive storytelling, hands-on activities, and exciting literacy-themed exhibits that inspire creativity and a love for books. Perfect for families and readers of all ages!
Museum style FUN for the whole family.
9 Stations themed around Literacy!
A chance to win 4 tickets to the Creative Discovery Museum.
March 5, 2026
5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Red Bud Elementary School Gymnasium
This is a free event for the entire family.
Contact Connie Van Houten for more information.
cvhouten@gcbe.org
Gordon County families, this is the last week to register for Pre-K if you want to be included in the Pre-K lottery!
Pre-K Registration Period: Ends March 6th
Pre-K Lottery: March 27th
Kindergarten Registration: Now Open!
Pre-K registration for Gordon County Schools is open until 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!
All parents, families, school staff, students, and community members:
We need your input to plan for the 2026–2027 school year. This is an opportunity for you to provide input and suggestions to build new ideas and create positive change in our school.
We will review and revise the following:
School-Parent Compact
School Improvement Plan
School Parent & Family Engagement Policy
District Parent & Family Engagement Policy
Consolidated LEA Improvement Plan (CLIP)
Come and share ideas about how the 1% set aside for Parent & Family Engagement can be best used.
MARK YOUR CALENDARS
March 11, 2026
7:30 am - 12:30 pm Drop-in Session
Red Bud Elementary. School
For more information, you can contact us or visit our website:
Telephone: 706-625-2111
Fax: 706-879-5340
Email: dbrock@gcbe.org
Website: www.gcbe.org/o/rbes
Join us on March 11, 2026, from 7:30 AM – 12:30 PM to help plan for the 2026-2027 school year. This is your opportunity to share ideas and suggestions as we review our School Improvement Plan, School-Parent Compact, Parent & Family Engagement policies, and more.
We look forward to seeing our RBES families there!
#ExtraordinaryRBES #ExtraordinaryGCS
in Partnership with The Creative Discovery Museum
Invites you to join us for an evening of fun, learning, and discovery as we celebrate the joy of reading at Literacy Night!
Enjoy interactive storytelling, hands-on activities, and exciting literacy-themed exhibits that inspire creativity and a love for books. Perfect for families and readers of all ages!
Museum style FUN for the whole family.
A chance to win 4 tickets to the Creative Discovery Museum.
March 5, 2026
5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Red Bud Elementary School Gymnasium
This is a free event for the entire family.
Contact Connie Van Houten for more information.
cvhouten@gcbe.org
Gordon County Schools Registration Information
Pre-K Registration Period: Now - March 6th
Pre-K Lottery: March 27th
Kindergarten Registration: Now Open!
Pre-K registration for Gordon County Schools is open now through 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!
Gordon County Schools Registration Information
Pre-K Registration Period: Today - March 6th
Pre-K Lottery: March 27th
Kindergarten Registration: Begins Today!
Pre-K registration for Gordon County Schools opens today 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!
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.
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!
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.
#ExtraordinaryGCS #ExtraordinaryRBES
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!
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!
#ExtraordinaryGCS #ExtraordinaryRBES
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!
