A group of school staff and community members stand together in a meeting room in front of a wall displaying the “Gordon County Schools” logo. The group includes men, women, and one young child, all dressed in business or business-casual attire, smiling and posing for a group photo. Wooden desks and a formal boardroom setting are visible in the background.

Tolbert Elementary Recognized as Georgia Literacy Leader for Outstanding 3rd Grade Reading Growth

Tolbert Elementary School

December 8, 2025

Tolbert Elementary was honored as a Georgia Literacy Leader for demonstrating exceptional growth in 3rd Grade Gateway Reading, with a notable increase in students reading at or above grade level. Those present for recognition included Principal Dr. Rebecca Owen, Assistant Principal Melissa Vincent, and some of the dedicated third-grade team and support staff: GCS Teacher of the Year Emily Rossberg, Kelly Macks, Amy Padgett, Theresa Spence, and Belinda Smith. Not pictured: Ms. Cara Crump.