Save the Date: Tolbert Elementary School EOG Testing Dates
Mark your calendars for the upcoming EOG testing for grades 3-5.
Below are the important dates:
Tuesday, 4/29/25 - Third, Fourth, Fifth Grade - ELA 1
Wednesday, 4/30/25 - Third, Fourth, Fifth Grade - ELA 2
Thursday, 5/1/25 - Third, Fourth, Fifth Grade - ELA 3
Monday, 5/5/25 - Third, Fourth, Fifth Grade - Math 1
Tuesday, 5/6/25 - Third, Fourth, Fifth Grade - Math 2
Wednesday, 5/7/25 - Fifth Grade - Science 1 & 2 and Third, Fourth Grade - Make-ups
Thursday, 5/8/25 - Third, Fourth, Fifth Grade - Make-ups
Please ensure your child is present and prepared on the scheduled test dates to support their success in the upcoming EOG assessments. Students must complete each test section for the day before leaving school early for any appointments.
To help your child perform their best, please make sure they get a good night’s sleep, eat a nutritious breakfast (students eat at no cost at school), and arrive on time each day. Students arriving late will attend a make-up testing session.
Your child has been well-prepared for this assessment, and we are confident in their ability to demonstrate their knowledge. Thank you for trusting us with your most precious treasure—your children. At Tolbert Elementary, we are committed to ensuring student success.

Save the Date for Tolbert Elementary's End-of-Year Celebrations!
Please mark your calendars for an unforgettable week as we honor our students' achievements and celebrate their hard work!
Event Schedule:
Tuesday, May 20, 2025
8:00 AM - Pre-K Completion Ceremony, followed by cupcakes
9:30 AM - Kindergarten Completion Ceremony
Wednesday, May 21, 2025
8:00 AM - Second Grade Honors Program (By Invitation Only)
9:30 AM - First Grade Honors Program (By Invitation Only)
Thursday, May 22, 2025
8:00 AM - Fourth Grade Honors Program (By Invitation Only)
9:30 AM - Third Grade Honors Program (By Invitation Only)
Friday, May 23, 2025
8:30 AM - Fifth Grade Completion Ceremony, followed by a reception
At Tolbert Elementary, we are committed to student success and look forward to sharing these special moments with our community!
#SaveTheDate #TolbertElementary #EndOfYearCelebrations #StudentSuccess

📢 Last Chance for Yearbook Pre-Orders!
Attention Tolbert Elementary families! Don't miss out on securing your copy of the yearbook for just $28! Pre-order sales end on April 14!
Limited copies will be available for post-sale, so act fast!
To order online, scan the QR code or visit https://link.entourageyearbooks.com/view_account.asp?yearbook_id=86283

Georgia Milestones Preparation -- Boost Your 3rd Graders’ Reading Skills!
GaDOE has partnered with Tutored by Teachers to offer free virtual reading classes for 3rd graders and young readers! These engaging virtual reading classes are designed to help your students succeed on the Georgia Milestones.
Sign up today! Classes are Monday, April 14th, through Thursday, 17th, with two evening options (5pm and 7pm).
https://tutored.live/gadoe-reading/?fbclid=IwY2xjawJUG0FleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHez3Esrgdi6iauDvfjKVH9mRf6XB36j3dd0CNN9v-OqMJ7WMHeSQVV4Lxw_aem_JAKRa2M9Ziw0yty2F8b9zA

Good afternoon, Tolbert families! This is a brief message with a few quick reminders: -Spring Picture Day is tomorrow, March 27. Students will be taking their class pictures tomorrow in groups. -Our Title I STEAM Carnival will be tomorrow, March 27, from 4-6 PM. Entry is free for the entire family and includes all activities, pizza, popcorn, and water. Cotton candy will be available for purchase for $1.00—please bring exact change in cash for this purchase. -Our Spring Chorus Concert will follow tomorrow's STEAM Carnival at 6:30 PM, with performances by our upper grades choral students. -The PBIS Color Run will take place on Friday, 3/28, at the end of the school day for Dojo point qualifiers. -Finally, yearbooks are currently $28 and will be available at this price until April 14, 2025. We encourage our families to continue to follow us on our social media channels and on Class Dojo for continual school community updates. Go Warriors!
Congratulations to Tolbert Elementary 3rd grade teacher Emily Rossberg on being named a District Teacher of the Year finalist!
With 15 years of teaching experience, Emily is in her second year at TES after spending 13 years teaching in West Yellowstone, Montana. There, she taught 2nd and 4th grade while also serving as Head Activities Director, assistant girls’ basketball coach, assistant volleyball coach, and positive behavior program director. At Tolbert, she continues to be a dedicated leader, serving as PTO treasurer and a member of the TES Literacy Council.
#TogetherGCS #TogetherTES #GordonCountySchools
Tolbert Elementary is hosting a Family STEAM CARNIVAL filled with hands-on activities and interactive learning focused on science, technology, engineering, art, and math. Tolbert families are encouraged to bring their curiosity and creativity.
Event Details:
•Date: Thursday, March 27, 2025
•Time: 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
•Location: Tolbert Elementary Gymnasium
•Cost: This is a FREE event!
•Special Offer: Enjoy FREE pizza, popcorn, and water for everyone!
•For Purchase: Fresh cotton candy will be available for purchase!
•Bonus: A balloon artist will be onsite, free of charge, to add some extra fun!
For more information, contact Connie VanHouten at cvhouten@gcbe.org, Joey Marycz at jmarycz@gcbe.org, or Belinda Smith at bsmith@gcbe.org.

Parent-teacher conferences are underway, fostering connections between our amazing educators and supportive parents. Together, we’re building a brighter future for our students! Thank you for your participation!
#TolbertElementary #TogetherWeGrow #TogetherTES





Dear Parents and Guardians,
We are committed to continuously improving the educational experience for our students. To achieve this, we kindly ask you to participate in a survey for Cognia.
Please use the attached QR code or link to access the survey. For your convenience, we will have it mirrored on our TV screens during today's and tomorrow's conferences, allowing you to complete it while you're here.
Your feedback is invaluable, and we greatly appreciate your time and input.
https://eprovesurveys.advanc-ed.org/surveys/#/action/277370/3228/1

TES 4TH AND 5TH GRADE CHORUSES PRESENT:
BROADWAY BOUND- SONGS FROM MUSICALS
Date: March 27th
Time: 6:30 PM
Location: TES Cafeteria
Join us immediately following the TES STEAM Carnival for an evening of musical performances!

WE NEED YOUR INPUT!
All parents, families, school staff, students, and community members:
We need your input to plan for the 2025-2026 school year! This is an opportunity for you to provide input and suggestions to build new ideas and create positive change in our school.
We will review and revise the following:
School-Parent Compact, School Improvement Plan, District Parent & Family Engagement Policy, and Consolidated LEA Improvement Plan (CLIP). Come share ideas about how the 1% set aside for Parent & Family Engagement can be best used.
March 18, 2025
1:00 - 3:00 pm
For more information, you can contact us or visit our website:
Telephone: 706-629-4404
Fax: 706-879-5258
Email: rowen@gcbe.org
Website: www.gcbe.org/o/tes

Happy St. Patrick's Day! We're LUCKY to have such amazing students, dedicated teachers, supportive families, and a strong community!
#LuckyToBeTogether #StrongerTogether #TogetherTES

Tolbert Elementary is hosting a Family STEAM CARNIVAL filled with hands-on activities and interactive learning focused on science, technology, engineering, art, and math. Tolbert families are encouraged to bring their curiosity and creativity.
Event Details:
•Date: Thursday, March 27, 2025
•Time: 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
•Location: Tolbert Elementary Gymnasium
•Cost: This is a FREE event!
•Special Offer: Enjoy FREE pizza, popcorn, and water for everyone!
•For Purchase: Fresh cotton candy will be available for purchase!
•Bonus: A balloon artist will be onsite, free of charge, to add some extra fun!
For more information, contact Connie VanHouten at cvhouten@gcbe.org, Joey Marycz at jmarycz@gcbe.org, or Belinda Smith at bsmith@gcbe.org.

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!

GIFTED EDUCATION MONTH IN GEORGIA: CELEBRATING MRS. BELINDA SMITH
March is Gifted Education Month in Georgia, and we are excited to celebrate the significant contributions of our gifted education teacher. Thank you to Mrs. Belinda Smith for her unwavering commitment to fostering acceleration, creativity, and challenging our students.
Her passion for teaching inspires growth and promotes excellence at Tolbert Elementary School. We are truly grateful for everything she does!
#GiftedEducation #ThankYouMrsSmith #TogetherTES

SAVE THE DATE
TES SPRING SCHOOL PICTURES
MARCH 27, 2025!

📢 Last Chance for Yearbook Pre-Orders!
Attention Tolbert Elementary families! Don't miss out on securing your copy of the yearbook for just $28! Pre-order sales end on April 14!
✨ Limited copies will be available for post-sale, so act fast!
To order online, scan the QR code or visit https://link.entourageyearbooks.com/view_account.asp?yearbook_id=86283

Please mark your calendars for the following important upcoming dates:
March 19: Early Release at 11:30 AM - Parent/Teacher Conferences
March 20: Early Release at 11:30 AM - Parent/Teacher Conferences
March 21: At-Home Learning Day for Students / Professional Learning Day for Teachers

WE NEED YOUR INPUT!
All parents, families, school staff, students, and community members:
We need your input to plan for the 2025-2026 school year! This is an opportunity for you to provide input and suggestions to build new ideas and create positive change in our school.
We will review and revise the following:
School-Parent Compact, School Improvement Plan, District Parent & Family Engagement Policy, and Consolidated LEA Improvement Plan (CLIP). Come share ideas about how the 1% set aside for Parent & Family Engagement can be best used.
March 18, 2025
1:00 - 3:00 pm
For more information, you can contact us or visit our website:
Telephone: 706-629-4404
Fax: 706-879-5258
Email: rowen@gcbe.org
Website: www.gcbe.org/o/tes

Attention Fifth Grade Families!
We are excited to offer an exclusive opportunity to purchase a personal ad for your fifth grader in the yearbook. This is a wonderful way to celebrate their accomplishments and create lasting memories!
Ad Options & Pricing:
• 1/4 Page: $25
• 1/2 Page: $50
• Full Page: $75
NEW & EASY: Create and purchase your ad online at https://link.entourageyearbooks.com/my/Tolbertyearbook, where you can also enjoy an exclusive discount.
Alternatively, you may submit your order form with payment and email your photos to bsmith@gcbe.org.
Deadline: All submissions must be received by Monday, March 31, 2025. Please note that extensions cannot be granted.
Thank you for your support in making this year’s yearbook a memorable keepsake for our fifth graders!
#TolbertYearbook #FifthGradeMemories #YearbookAds


