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
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
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.
🌟 Exciting things are happening in the arts—don’t miss this week’s highlights! 🎭
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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. ❤️
Wear a hat. Show some heart. ❤️
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.
🔥 PHOENIX WEEKLY 🔥
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
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
🎓 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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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! ✨
#ExtraordinarySHS #ExtraordinaryGCS
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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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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📢 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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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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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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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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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.
New year, new 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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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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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!
Thank you for your continued support as we practice and reinforce our safety routines!
SHS is excited to announce that we have a Quest Bridge National College Match Scholarship recipient! ⭐️
Each Match Scholarship Recipient receives early admission and a full four-year scholarship to a QuestBridge college partner, ensuring for these students and their families that an education at a top college is affordable. The Match Scholarship — provided by the school — is made up of a generous financial aid package that covers the full cost of attendance, including tuition, housing and food, books and supplies, and travel expenses.
Tracy Par will be attending Davidson College in North Carolina this fall. Congratulations Tracy!!!
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Each Match Scholarship Recipient receives early admission and a full four-year scholarship to a QuestBridge college partner, ensuring for these students and their families that an education at a top college is affordable. The Match Scholarship — provided by the school — is made up of a generous financial aid package that covers the full cost of attendance, including tuition, housing and food, books and supplies, and travel expenses.
Tracy Par will be attending Davidson College in North Carolina this fall. Congratulations Tracy!!!
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Congratulations to the Sonoraville High School SkillsUSA Video News Broadcast team for officially qualifying for the SkillsUSA State Competition in February.
The team competed against schools from across Georgia and earned a spot among the top 16 teams statewide. This impressive achievement reflects their professionalism, teamwork, and strong technical skills.
Please help us congratulate these outstanding students:
Easton Fletcher, Anchor
Konner Johnson, Anchor
Lukas Holmes, Floor Manager
Jaden Johnson, Technical Director
We are proud of their hard work and wish them the best as they advance to the state level.
#ExtraordinaryGCS #ExtraordinarySHS
The team competed against schools from across Georgia and earned a spot among the top 16 teams statewide. This impressive achievement reflects their professionalism, teamwork, and strong technical skills.
Please help us congratulate these outstanding students:
Easton Fletcher, Anchor
Konner Johnson, Anchor
Lukas Holmes, Floor Manager
Jaden Johnson, Technical Director
We are proud of their hard work and wish them the best as they advance to the state level.
#ExtraordinaryGCS #ExtraordinarySHS
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On Saturday, we loaded more than 250 children onto six school buses and headed to Walmart for Shop with a Phoenix. The day was filled with Christmas cheer, laughter, food, gift wrapping, and memories that will last a lifetime. The students of SHS were shining stars, showing the children they shopped for what the true spirit of Christmas is all about.🎄❤️
We would like to extend our sincere thanks to everyone who helped make this event possible. A huge thank you to Calhoun 1st Baptist, Sonoraville Baptist Church, the CLStrong Foundation, Blue Springs Water, Grace Building Solutions, Sonora Lodge, and Jeff Gresham for bringing Santa to life. Without the support of our incredible community, none of this would be possible🎄🎅
We would like to extend our sincere thanks to everyone who helped make this event possible. A huge thank you to Calhoun 1st Baptist, Sonoraville Baptist Church, the CLStrong Foundation, Blue Springs Water, Grace Building Solutions, Sonora Lodge, and Jeff Gresham for bringing Santa to life. Without the support of our incredible community, none of this would be possible🎄🎅
Don't forget to order your yearbook!
