Last chance to personalize your yearbook!
3 months ago, Sonoraville High School
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It's time to register for classes!📚

Registration will be January 26-30.
Appointment times were given out today during advisement. We look forward to helping you select your classes for next school year!

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3 months ago, Sonoraville High School
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🔥 PHOENIX WEEKLY 🔥
3 months ago, Sonoraville High School
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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!

3 months ago, Gordon County Schools
Elementary Technology Competition Winners
Middle and High Technology Competition Winners
Huge congratulations to our school winners of the Young Georgia Authors Competition! ✨📚

From left to right: Savannah Johnson (9th), Dalilah Karmaou (10th), Madelyn Scroggs (11th), and Morgan Guyton (12th).

These talented writers are advancing to represent Sonoraville High School at the county level, and we couldn’t be prouder. Best of luck in the next round—we’re cheering you on! ✍️

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3 months ago, Sonoraville High School
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So proud of our 15 Sonoraville High School Band students who were selected to participate in the Reinhardt University Honor Band! 🎶

Over three days, students rehearsed in two honor ensembles alongside top band students from North Georgia, attended inspiring concerts—including a performance by the Georgia Brass Band—and wrapped up the weekend with an outstanding concert on Saturday night.

🎺 Honor Band Participants:
Layla Blevins, Jazzell Najera, Fernanda Conchola, Annie Betancourt, Melissa Vega, Blake Carey, Logan Beckman, Aiden Smith, Jet Johnston, Trey Smith, Bryson Sitten, Leo Parra-Torres, Caiden Findley, Cooper Maytum, and Ian Lopez
3 months ago, Sonoraville High School
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Congratulations to STAR Student Morgan Guyton and STAR Teacher Samantha Watson!

Sonoraville High School’s 2026 STAR Student is Morgan Guyton. Morgan is the daughter of Alan and Jackie Guyton and plans to attend the University of Georgia to major in English. She selected Sonoraville High School science teacher Samantha Watson as her STAR Teacher because of Mrs. Watson’s passion for science, ability to teach hard concepts, and dedication to her students. Morgan loves how Mrs. Watson builds relationships while teaching with rigor.

The Student Teacher Achievement Program (STAR) is sponsored, administered, and promoted by the Professional Association of Georgia Educators Foundation (PAGE) and the PAGE Foundation. Since its inception in 1958, the STAR program has honored more than 29,000 students and the teachers they have selected as having the most influence on their academic achievement. To obtain the STAR nomination, graduating high school seniors must have the highest score on a single test date on the SAT and be in the top 10 percent or top 10 students of their class based on grade point average.

3 months ago, Gordon County Schools
Congratulations to STAR Student Morgan Guyton and STAR Teacher Samantha Watson!
🌟 Exciting things are happening in the arts—don’t miss this week’s highlights! 🎭

You can scan the QR code or click the link:
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3 months ago, Sonoraville High School
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Join us in celebrating National Hat Day on Thursday, January 15th by wearing your favorite hat! Hat stickers can be purchased in the front office for $1, and all proceeds will go toward our Compassion Fund—supporting those in need within our school community.

Wear a hat. Show some heart. ❤️
3 months ago, Sonoraville High School
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Congratulations to SHS Band member, Trey Smith, for making the 2026 Georgia All-State Band! Trey is 3rd Chair Euphonium in the 11-12 Grade Symphonic Band. They will perform in Athens on February 26-28.
3 months ago, Sonoraville High School
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🔥 PHOENIX WEEKLY 🔥
3 months ago, Sonoraville High School
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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
4 months ago, Gordon County Schools
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🎓 Looking for Scholarships?💰

Our counseling department keeps students up to date on national and local scholarship opportunities to help ease the financial burden of college. Don’t miss out on money that can help fund your future!

👉 Check out the current scholarships available here:
[https://www.gcbe.org/o/shs/page/scholarships]

Start applying today—your future self will thank you! ✨

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4 months ago, Sonoraville High School
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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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4 months ago, Gordon County Schools
Pathway Graduation Rates for Gordon County Schools: 100% in Advanced Academics, 100% in World Language, 97.09% in Fine Arts, and 97.83% in CTAE.
📢 Health Reminder for Families

Flu levels in Georgia have reached their highest point this season, and as students return to school, we know this can bring challenges for both students and staff. Knowing when it’s safe to send your child to school is key to keeping our whole community healthy.

For tips on symptoms to watch for, when to stay home, and how to stay well this season, please visit Sonoraville High School’s Nursing Services page. https://www.gcbe.org/o/shs/page/nursing-services

Let’s work together to keep our school healthy! 

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4 months ago, Sonoraville High School
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Welcome back, Phoenix Nation! 🔥✨
We’re ready to kick off a new year and a brand‑new semester. Here’s a look at our weekly events — let’s make 2026 our best year yet!

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4 months ago, Sonoraville High School
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All WBL students are required to attend orientation on the first day of school after Christmas Break. Any parent or student with questions or concerns should contact Dr. Walraven. awalraven@gcbe.org.
4 months ago, Sonoraville High School
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New year, new menus ✨
4 months ago, Sonoraville High School
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january menus
✨ Happy New Year, Phoenix Families! ✨

As we step into the New Year, Sonoraville High School wants to thank our incredible Phoenix families for your continued support, partnership, and pride. We are so grateful for the strength of our community and the way you lift up our students every day.

Here’s to a year filled with growth, achievement, school spirit, and soaring success. 🔥
Once a Phoenix, always a Phoenix—let’s make this year our best yet!

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4 months ago, Sonoraville High School
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As part of our ongoing safety procedures, we conducted a scheduled safety exercise this morning that required students to remain in their classrooms during 2nd block. There was no threat or danger to students or staff.

Thank you for your continued support as we practice and reinforce our safety routines!
4 months ago, Sonoraville High School
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