Sonoraville High School

It's a GREAT week to be a PHOENIX!! There are a lot of ways to support our students, coaches and school! Have a GREAT week! #TogetherSHS

🎉 Congratulations to our Pickleball Tournament Winners!🏆 We had an amazing time on Saturday at our Pickleball Tournament, and we couldn’t be more thrilled with how everything turned out! Thanks to everyone who participated in the event. It was a fun-filled day with lots of excitement, and we're proud to say that it also supported our Teaching as a Profession pathway. Special shoutout to our top finishers: 🥇1st Place– Gael Hernandez & Angel Organista 🥈2nd Place– Kayden Davis & Samuel Lewis 🥉3rd Place– Konner Johnson & Preston Key

Sonoraville High School’s Early Childhood Education (ECE) program is industry certified! 🍎✏️📚 The ECE Industry Certification program recognizes and validates exemplary ECE programs in Georgia. The review is conducted by the Georgia Early Childhood Education Foundation (GECEF), which is comprised of early childhood education professionals from various sectors including business, post-secondary/secondary institutions, representatives from the Georgia Department of Early Care and Learning, Georgia Department of Education, and Georgia FCCLA. It is a year-long process that concludes with an onsite visit to the ECE classroom, interviews, presentations, and comprehensive documentation review. We are so proud of Mrs. Holland and the ECE program!❤️

Dear Gordon County Schools Families, As we approach the end of the school year, we invite you to participate in the Cognia Accreditation Family and Community Survey to share your insights and provide valuable feedback about our school district. Your input is essential in helping us assess our strengths and identify areas for improvement. Please take a few minutes to complete the survey by clicking the link below: https://eprovesurveys.advanc-ed.org/surveys/#/action/277370/p3228 Your feedback plays a vital role in our continuous improvement efforts and helps ensure that we are providing the best possible educational experience for our students. The survey is open until Friday, April 4th, so we encourage you to complete it as soon as possible. Thank you for your time and support in making Gordon County Schools the best it can be!

🚨 Exciting News! 🚨 We are thrilled to announce that the SHS Helping Hands Food Pantry has been awarded a generous grant from the American Heart Association! 🎉 Thanks to their support, we now have a brand-new commercial-grade refrigerator and freezer! 🧊❄️ This amazing upgrade allows us to store even more fresh produce and frozen goods, all made possible through a partnership with Wood Fruitticher Food Service. 🥦🍓🥩 A huge THANK YOU to the American Heart Association and Wood Fruitticher for helping us better serve our community! 🙌 We are more equipped than ever to provide healthy, nutritious food to those in need. ❤️ #SHSHelpingHands #CommunitySupport #TogetherSHS

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.