Tolbert Elementary School

Tolbert Elementary 3rd grade teacher Kelly Macks reviewed sentence types with students and celebrated together getting answers right. Great job! #TogetherWeLearn #TogetherGCS #GordonCountySchools

Something Sweet Is Coming: World’s Finest Chocolate!

📣 Gordon County Schools Pre-K Registration 🍎 📅 Registration Period: February 3rd - March 14th 🎉 Pre-K Lottery: March 28th 📣 Gordon County Schools Kindergarten Registration 🍎 📅 Registration Period: Begins February 3rd Pre-K registration for Gordon County Schools opens February 3rd. Parents and guardians, mark your calendars as the registration window closes on March 14th. 🔍 Lottery Information: Don't miss the chance to secure a spot for your little one in our Bright From the Start Pre-K programs at each of our six elementary schools. The Pre-K Lottery will take place on March 14th. The goal of every Georgia Pre-K classroom is to provide our four-year-olds with the experiences that they need to prepare for kindergarten. In 1993, Gordon County Schools had the foresight to be instrumental in establishing one of the first Pre-K sites in the state of Georgia. Currently, Gordon County Schools has sixteen Pre-K classrooms. Children must be four years old on or before September 1. Children who are five years old by September 1, may attend Pre-K if they have not previously attended a Georgia Pre-K. 📌 How to Get More Information: For detailed information about Pre-K and Kindergarten Registration, simply follow the links provided or scan the QR Code from the graphics. You may also call your child's in-district school for more information about kindergarten enrollment. 🌐 Pre-K Registration Information: https://www.gcbe.org/page/prek-program 🌐 Kindergarten Registration Information: https://www.gcbe.org/page/student-enrollment 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Join us in shaping a bright future for our little learners! 🌟

Tolbert Elementary School has joined students from across the country and around the world to compete in READBowl, the World Championship of Reading founded by Super Bowl Champion and children's book author Malcolm Mitchell. READBowl is a global reading competition for pre-k through 8th grade students designed to inspire students to read and provide teachers with a platform to motivate students to increase reading minutes. READBowl began on January 13 and students will compete in four quarters (weeks) of reading action through February 7. Mitchell will announce the World Champions of Reading on Super Bowl Sunday, February 9. Please join us in wishing our students good luck in READBowl. With our community behind us, there is no doubt that Tolbert Elementary School will read to succeed in READBowl.

Gordon County Schools will operate on a two-hour delay Wednesday, January 22. This delay is implemented to ensure the safety of our students, staff, and families at this time. Please adjust your child's morning drop-off time by two hours. Buses will also operate on a two-hour delay behind their usual route times. Elementary schools will begin at 9:30 a.m. Middle and high schools will begin at 10:30 a.m. Note that buses may run slightly later than the normal schedule to allow for extra precautions to keep students warm and safe. Encourage children to dress warmly as they travel to school. Layering helps keep them safe and warm. Indoor recess activities will take place. We will also provide flexibility with arrival times for all students to ensure safe arrivals. Weather forecasts indicate a slight chance of precipitation this evening. We are working closely with local agencies to continue monitoring the situation and will notify families promptly through our communication channels if anything changes.

Gordon County Schools will be closed Tuesday, January 21st, 2025. Due to the latest weather forecast predicted by GEMA for potential precipitation in the northwest Georgia region, all schools in the district will be closed Tuesday. This precaution is to ensure the safety of our students, employees, and families for unpredictable weather. We will continue to work with local agencies to monitor the weather forecast for the rest of the week. Families will be promptly notified through our communication channels. Stay warm and safe tomorrow!

100th Day of School Celebration – January 23, 2025! We’re celebrating 100 days of learning on January 23rd! Students can choose to dress in one of two fun ways: 100 Days Brighter: Wear neon or bright colors to celebrate how much we've grown. 100 Days Wiser: Dress as a wise, 100-year-old person to honor all the knowledge we've gained. We can't wait to see everyone’s creative outfits and celebrate this milestone together!

Reminder: Monday, January 20, is a student and staff holiday in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.

Due to road conditions from inclement weather, Gordon County Schools will operate on a two-hour delay Monday, January 13. This delay is implemented to ensure the safety of our students, staff, and families Monday morning. Please adjust your child's morning drop-off time by two hours. Buses will also operate on a two-hour delay behind their usual route times. Elementary schools will begin at 9:30 a.m. Middle and high schools will begin at 10:30 a.m.

Tolbert Families, We Need Your Input! Help shape the future of Tolbert Elementary by taking the Georgia School Climate Survey. Your feedback matters! 👉 https://survey.gadoe.org/FM?sid=57BA8FBD Let’s work together to make Tolbert even better!

Pre-Order Your Yearbook Today! Special Pre-Order Price: $25 Offer available until February 28, 2025 How to Order: Send exact cash or check payable to Tolbert Elementary along with the completed order form. Order Online: Scan the QR code or visit: https://link.entourageyearbooks.com/my/Tolbertyearbook

Due to the current Winter Storm Watch and the forecast of potential snow, ice, and high winds, all Gordon County Schools will be closed on Friday, January 10th, to prioritize the safety of our students, staff, and community. Students will bring home any missing assignments, including work for their reading logs, spelling, vocabulary, or other classwork, to complete if they have not already done so at school. We encourage families to use this time to help students stay on track with their learning. We will continue to monitor weather and road conditions closely and will update families promptly about any further changes to school operations. Thank you for your continued support. Please stay safe and warm!

Dear Gordon County Schools Families, We are working closely with local agencies to monitor the weather forecast for potential snow that may affect our area Friday. If conditions require adjustments such as delays, early dismissals, or closures, we will promptly notify you through our communication channels. We will keep you updated as decisions are made. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation as we prioritize the safety of our school community.

TES Educators Participate in District-Wide Professional Learning! Our educators are committed to continuous professional growth, engaging in district-wide learning opportunities that keep them at the forefront of educational best practices. This dedication to ongoing development enables our educators to better support and empower students, ensuring their success. #ProfessionalLearning #TogetherTES #ContinuousGrowth #CommittedToStudentSuccess

Students return to school on Tuesday, January 7th! We’re excited to welcome everyone back to TES. Let’s work together to make this year our best one yet! #WelcomeBack #TogetherTES #CommittedToStudentSuccess

Happy New Year from Tolbert Elementary School! We are filled with excitement and anticipation for the wonderful adventures that await our students, staff, and families in 2025. Here's to a fantastic year ahead! #HappyNewYear #TogetherTES #CommittedToStudentSuccess

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Merry Christmas from Tolbert Elementary School! We wish our students, families, and staff a joyful Christmas filled with love, laughter, and cherished moments. May your Christmas be bright and your New Year be full of hope and happiness! Thank you for making this year so special—we can't wait to see all the wonderful things 2025 will bring. #MerryChristmas #TolbertElementaryJoy #TogetherTES Pictured: Miss May's First Grade Class

Gordon County Schools will be closed for winter holidays from December 23rd through January 6th. Students will return to school January 7th. We wish all of our students, families, and staff a joyful and restful holiday season! Merry Christmas! #TogetherGCS #GordonCountySchools

Reminder: Christmas Pajama Day & Early Release - Tomorrow, 12/20/24! Students will be dismissed at 11:30 AM.