Sonoraville High School

Sonoraville HOSA traveled to Atlanta last week for State Leadership Conference. 9 students competed in various events for a chance to attend the international conference this summer. While we did not make it to ILC, we want to recognize Tracy Par for finishing 8th in the state for Medical Terminology. Way to go Tracy and all of our Phoenix HOSA students who competed at SLC for their dedication and hard work to represent our HOSA chapter.🎉

We're thrilled to announce the lucky winners of our Blind Date with a Book event! 🎉 Student Winner: Kiley Nadeau 🎉 Teacher Winner: Carmelita Everett A big thank you to everyone who participated! We hope these mystery books brought joy, adventure, and a few surprises. Stay tuned for more fun events coming your way soon! #BlindDateWithABook #SHSreads

It's School Board Appreciation Week, and we want to take a moment to express our deepest gratitude to the dedicated members of our school board! ❤️ Their hard work, vision, and commitment to our students, educators, and community help shape the future of education. From making tough decisions to advocating for the needs of our schools, they give their time and energy to ensure our students have the best opportunities to succeed. 📚✨ Sonoraville High School is thankful for your leadership and service!

Let's rally behind our Phoenix Nation and show our student athletes some love and support! #TOGETHERSHS

🌟 Honoring Our Amazing School Social Workers🌟 Today, we want to take a moment to express our heartfelt appreciation for three incredible individuals who make such a difference in the lives of our students: Kaitlyn Wilson, Alexandra Harris, and Ty Bonner. These dedicated social workers go above and beyond to support our students' emotional well-being, help them navigate challenges, and create a safe and nurturing environment for everyone. They truly embody compassion, empathy, and commitment to the success of every child. Thank you, Kaitlyn, Alexandra, and Ty, for all the hard work, love, and care you pour into your roles. You are an essential part of our school community, and we are so lucky to have you! ❤️

🎉✨ A Special Morning for Our Senior Honor Graduates! ✨🎉 This morning, SHS had the honor of hosting a special breakfast to celebrate our incredible senior honor graduates! These outstanding students have worked tirelessly, demonstrating excellence in academics, leadership, and perseverance. We couldn’t be prouder of all they’ve achieved!

Students in Ms. Yacoub’s French 2 classes participated in a scavenger hunt outside to learn about hobbies, weather, and the seasons. They had to work quickly due to the high level winds of the day. 😊

🌟 Exciting News! 🌟 Delta Academy is a fantastic mentoring program for girls ages 11-18, sponsored by Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. The goal of this national program is to help young girls succeed academically and grow into the leaders of tomorrow. We're thrilled to share that Malya Moore from Sonoraville High School and Brooklyn Moore from Red Bud Middle School are proud participants in the Delta Academy program! We’re so excited to see these young ladies thrive and grow as future leaders!

There is a lot going on in the Phoenix Nation this week, rise up and support our students!! #TogetherSHS

Congratulations to Sonoraville High School's Teacher of the Year, Mr. Nathan Schuster! Coach Schuster exemplifies exceptional leadership and dedication, both inside and outside the classroom. His ability to inspire those around him—whether students, colleagues, or athletes—is truly remarkable. As the leader of his department, mentor, and coach, Nathan’s influence extends far beyond his formal responsibilities. His presence is deeply felt across the school, and his impact reaches every corner of the community. Coach Schuster has an innate ability to recognize the potential in each student, working tirelessly to help them realize their own strengths. He encourages students to push beyond their limits, fostering a belief in themselves that empowers them to succeed. By creating an environment where students feel both supported and accountable, Nathan has earned the admiration and respect of his peers and is a well-deserving recipient of Teacher of the Year.

Mrs. Roberson's Biology class is observing cell transport taking place this week by engaging in an Egg Osmosis Lab. 

MARCH MENUS ☘️🌈⭐️

SHS is excited to announce the 17th Annual Phoenix & Fenders Car, Truck, and Motorcycle Show to be held Saturday, March 22, 2025. To sponsor a trophy or for more information, please contact Amy Stewart, astewart@gcbe.org or 706-602-0320. #TogetherSHS #TogetherGCS

ELITE 8 GAME!🏀 We are so excited to watch our girls in action as they play in the Elite 8 game at Murray on Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. We want to encourage you to show up and show out! To make your experience as smooth as possible, please see the important details below: 📍School Address: 1001 Green Road, Chatsworth, GA 30705 🗓 Gameday: Tuesday, 2/25/25 ⏰ Game Time: 6:30 PM (Gates open at 5:00 PM) 🎟️ Ticket Info: GoFan ONLY – Get your tickets online here: https://gofan.co/event/3289752?schoolId=GA15370 🚗 Parking Map: See the attached parking map to ensure smooth parking. We can't wait to see you there! Let’s go, Lady Phoenix!

Mrs. Holland's Early Childhood Education students are exploring strategies to encourage positive behavior and self-control in the classroom. One approach is using a behavior chart. The students have spent time researching and creating charts that outline expectations, rewards, and consequences.

📚✨ Sonoraville High School is proud to announce that two of our talented students have been named System-Level Winners for the Young Georgia Authors Writing Competition!✨📚 The Young Georgia Authors competition encourages students to develop a love for writing while celebrating their creative achievements. This prestigious competition, sponsored by the Georgia Council of Teachers of English and the Georgia Department of Education, has been inspiring Georgia students for over two decades. 🌟 Our 2024-2025 Gordon County Schools Young Georgia Author System-Level Winners: - 9th Grade: Elena Jaiden Blanchard - 12th Grade: Maya Beckman Both Jaiden and Maya's exceptional writing will now advance to the Northwest GA RESA level competition in March! 🏆 We are so proud of their hard work and dedication, and we can't wait to see what the future holds for these amazing writers! #YoungGeorgiaAuthors #TogetherSHS #TogetherGCS

Get your yearbook today💕

GOVERNOR'S HONORS SEMIFINALISTS: GCS is proud to announce our state semifinalists for the prestigious Governor's Honors Program (GHP). This highly competitive program recognizes and supports intellectually gifted and artistically talented high school students, offering them a unique and enriching educational experience during a four-week summer instructional program. Congratulations to students selected as semifinalists who represent their high schools in the state-level application process. Semifinalists will attend an event in March, and their interviews with the GHP panel will help determine state finalists. Gordon Central High School: Hailee Church - nominated in the area of world languages Harrison Hughes - nominated in the area of social studies Anna Caroline Parker - nominated in the area of theatre Sonoraville High School: Pamela Aguilar - nominated in the area of communicative arts Leonardo Parra-Torres - nominated in the area of science

Students in Mrs. Rigdon’s American literature class escaped hysteria today by participating in The Crucible escape room. Students worked in groups to complete a series of five tasks before they could “escape” the challenge.  #TogetherSHS

Gordon County Schools is proud to recognize and celebrate the outstanding achievements of its students and educators. Makena Blalock – State FFA Employment Skills Champion Gordon County Schools would like to congratulate Sonoraville High School senior Makena Blalock for winning the State FFA Employment Skills competition at the annual Leadership Development Event. Makena is a National FFA Champion and serves as State Secretary, representing her school and district with excellence. She was joined by Sonoraville High School agriculture teacher and FFA sponsor, Mr. Joshua Boydston. Congratulations to Makena on this outstanding achievement! STAR Students and Teachers Recognition The Student Teacher Achievement Recognition (STAR) Program has honored more than 29,000 students and the teachers they have selected as having the greatest impact on their academic success. To receive the STAR nomination, graduating high school seniors must earn the highest SAT score on a single test date and rank in the top 10 percent or among the top 10 students of their class based on grade point average. Gordon County Schools proudly recognizes this year’s STAR students and their selected STAR teachers. Gordon Central High School – STAR Student & Teacher Congratulations to Gordon Central High School senior Evan Wood, son of Jim and Ashley Wood. Evan plans to pursue a career in medicine and has been accepted to Georgia Tech, the University of Georgia, the University of Alabama, and Mississippi State University. He selected Gordon Central science teacher Holly Watts as his STAR Teacher, recognizing her for inspiring his passion for science. Sonoraville High School – STAR Student & Teacher Gordon County Schools also congratulates Sonoraville High School senior Ethan Hurley, son of Bart and Julia Hurley. Ethan plans to attend Reinhardt University to major in History. He selected Sonoraville High School foreign language teacher Amal Yacoub as his STAR Teacher, honoring her for her dedication and encouragement toward her students. Gordon County Schools extends congratulations to all students and teachers recognized this evening and commends them for their dedication to excellence in academics and leadership.