Friday night football is here!
Sonoraville High School is away this week at North Murray, while Gordon Central High School hosts Christian Heritage at Ratner Stadium. Both games kick off at 7:30 p.m.
Good luck to the Phoenix and Warriors tonight! GCHS competes again next Friday at Gordon Lee while SHS has a bye.
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Sonoraville High School is away this week at North Murray, while Gordon Central High School hosts Christian Heritage at Ratner Stadium. Both games kick off at 7:30 p.m.
Good luck to the Phoenix and Warriors tonight! GCHS competes again next Friday at Gordon Lee while SHS has a bye.
#GrowConnectSucceed #GordonCountySchools #SonoravilleHigh #GordonCentralHigh
Belwood Elementary kindergarten students had a special visit to Gordon Central High School today for a variety of fun, hands-on activities organized and led by Teaching as a Profession instructor Kodi Albright.
It was great to see our high school students interacting with the younger students, helping guide activities, and building connections across schools. Students also had the opportunity to paint in Ciera DeFrench’s class and had so much fun expressing their creativity.
Experiences like this give future educators valuable practice while giving our youngest learners a memorable day of learning and connection. We love seeing our students come together as one school community!
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It was great to see our high school students interacting with the younger students, helping guide activities, and building connections across schools. Students also had the opportunity to paint in Ciera DeFrench’s class and had so much fun expressing their creativity.
Experiences like this give future educators valuable practice while giving our youngest learners a memorable day of learning and connection. We love seeing our students come together as one school community!
#GrowConnectSucceed #GordonCountySchools #BelwoodElementary #GordonCentralHigh
College and Career Academy JROTC students practiced riflery today using air rifles as they continued developing their marksmanship skills.
Students worked together, discussed techniques, and focused on the precision and discipline required to improve their performance. Their training also supports their progress toward earning medal recognition through the JROTC program.
Senior Army Instructor Col. Steinbrecher guided students throughout the activity, helping them build confidence, responsibility, and attention to detail.
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Students worked together, discussed techniques, and focused on the precision and discipline required to improve their performance. Their training also supports their progress toward earning medal recognition through the JROTC program.
Senior Army Instructor Col. Steinbrecher guided students throughout the activity, helping them build confidence, responsibility, and attention to detail.
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Sonoraville High School media specialist Mrs. Schuster has created a welcoming media center where students can learn, explore, and discover something new to read.
From helping students find the right book to supporting learning throughout the school day, the SHS media center is a great resource for our Phoenix students.
As Fall Break begins, we hope everyone finds some time to relax, enjoy a good book, and come back refreshed and ready for the weeks ahead!
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From helping students find the right book to supporting learning throughout the school day, the SHS media center is a great resource for our Phoenix students.
As Fall Break begins, we hope everyone finds some time to relax, enjoy a good book, and come back refreshed and ready for the weeks ahead!
#GrowConnectSucceed #GordonCountySchools #SonoravilleHigh
October is National Principals Month, and Gordon County Schools is proud to recognize the dedicated leaders who serve our schools each day.
Amy Stewart is in her 31st year as an educator and her 6th year back as principal of Sonoraville High School. She has served eight years as a principal overall.
One of the greatest sources of joy for Mrs. Stewart continues to be interacting with students. Those daily conversations, funny moments, and unexpected interactions remain one of her favorite parts of the job. Over the years, she has also enjoyed seeing former students return in new roles, whether as parents, teachers, or staff members within the school system.
Mrs. Stewart believes one of the things that makes Sonoraville High School special is the way people care for one another. Members of the Phoenix Family support each other during difficult times, step in when someone needs help, and celebrate one another’s successes. That sense of community is something she values greatly.
She is proud of the major accomplishments of SHS students and staff, but some of the moments that mean the most are often the ones that never make an announcement. Watching students and staff grow, show kindness, work through challenges, and mature over time is a big part of what makes the role rewarding.
Mrs. Stewart wants every student at Sonoraville High School to know that they are loved, they matter, and they have something valuable to offer. She also reminds students that many of the things that feel overwhelming now will eventually become stories they can look back on with perspective and, sometimes, a little laughter.
Outside of school, Mrs. Stewart enjoys spending time with her family, especially camping or being on the lake. She also enjoys watching football, cooking, singing 80s music or worship songs in the car, and watching Ted Lasso. One talent people may not know about her is that she enjoys singing harmony. She can also write in cursive backward and takes a very organized approach to everything from M&Ms to packing a dishwasher or suitcase.
For Mrs. Stewart, being a principal means understanding that some of the most important parts of the job are not found in a formal job description. It means listening, serving others, remaining steady during difficult moments, and carefully considering how decisions affect the people around her.
During National Principals Month, Gordon County Schools is proud to recognize Amy Stewart for her leadership, care, and commitment to the students, staff, and families of Sonoraville High School.
Amy Stewart is in her 31st year as an educator and her 6th year back as principal of Sonoraville High School. She has served eight years as a principal overall.
One of the greatest sources of joy for Mrs. Stewart continues to be interacting with students. Those daily conversations, funny moments, and unexpected interactions remain one of her favorite parts of the job. Over the years, she has also enjoyed seeing former students return in new roles, whether as parents, teachers, or staff members within the school system.
Mrs. Stewart believes one of the things that makes Sonoraville High School special is the way people care for one another. Members of the Phoenix Family support each other during difficult times, step in when someone needs help, and celebrate one another’s successes. That sense of community is something she values greatly.
She is proud of the major accomplishments of SHS students and staff, but some of the moments that mean the most are often the ones that never make an announcement. Watching students and staff grow, show kindness, work through challenges, and mature over time is a big part of what makes the role rewarding.
Mrs. Stewart wants every student at Sonoraville High School to know that they are loved, they matter, and they have something valuable to offer. She also reminds students that many of the things that feel overwhelming now will eventually become stories they can look back on with perspective and, sometimes, a little laughter.
Outside of school, Mrs. Stewart enjoys spending time with her family, especially camping or being on the lake. She also enjoys watching football, cooking, singing 80s music or worship songs in the car, and watching Ted Lasso. One talent people may not know about her is that she enjoys singing harmony. She can also write in cursive backward and takes a very organized approach to everything from M&Ms to packing a dishwasher or suitcase.
For Mrs. Stewart, being a principal means understanding that some of the most important parts of the job are not found in a formal job description. It means listening, serving others, remaining steady during difficult moments, and carefully considering how decisions affect the people around her.
During National Principals Month, Gordon County Schools is proud to recognize Amy Stewart for her leadership, care, and commitment to the students, staff, and families of Sonoraville High School.
October is National Principals Month, and Gordon County Schools is proud to recognize the dedicated leaders who serve our schools each day.
Leah Newsom is in her 27th year as an educator and her 5th year as principal of the Gordon County Schools College and Career Academy.
One of the things Mrs. Newsom values most about serving as principal is the opportunity to support both students and staff in a caring and encouraging environment. She especially enjoys leading a school where students choose to attend based on programs that connect directly to their career interests and future goals.
Mrs. Newsom believes the College and Career Academy is special because students are able to focus on relevant, hands on learning in an environment where they feel comfortable and supported. She is proud of the relationships within the school and the way students and staff genuinely care about one another.
A message she wants every student to know is that she believes in them and wants to support them throughout their journey. For Mrs. Newsom, being a principal means helping students and staff recognize their potential, encouraging them to grow, and supporting them as they work toward becoming their best.
Outside of school, Mrs. Newsom enjoys spending time with her husband, Brian, and their grandson, Caleb, who is a 2nd grade student at Sonoraville Elementary. Their family enjoys traveling and taking both small and large adventures together. Mrs. Newsom also grew up on a large farm, showed horses, and has experience with row crops, cattle, and farm life. She also enjoys offshore fishing.
Although Calhoun and Gordon County were not originally her hometown, Mrs. Newsom has called the community home for the past 27 years. She remains grateful for the opportunities she has had throughout Gordon County Schools and for the people who supported her early in her career.
During National Principals Month, Gordon County Schools is proud to recognize Leah Newsom for her leadership, dedication, and commitment to the students and staff of the College and Career Academy.
Leah Newsom is in her 27th year as an educator and her 5th year as principal of the Gordon County Schools College and Career Academy.
One of the things Mrs. Newsom values most about serving as principal is the opportunity to support both students and staff in a caring and encouraging environment. She especially enjoys leading a school where students choose to attend based on programs that connect directly to their career interests and future goals.
Mrs. Newsom believes the College and Career Academy is special because students are able to focus on relevant, hands on learning in an environment where they feel comfortable and supported. She is proud of the relationships within the school and the way students and staff genuinely care about one another.
A message she wants every student to know is that she believes in them and wants to support them throughout their journey. For Mrs. Newsom, being a principal means helping students and staff recognize their potential, encouraging them to grow, and supporting them as they work toward becoming their best.
Outside of school, Mrs. Newsom enjoys spending time with her husband, Brian, and their grandson, Caleb, who is a 2nd grade student at Sonoraville Elementary. Their family enjoys traveling and taking both small and large adventures together. Mrs. Newsom also grew up on a large farm, showed horses, and has experience with row crops, cattle, and farm life. She also enjoys offshore fishing.
Although Calhoun and Gordon County were not originally her hometown, Mrs. Newsom has called the community home for the past 27 years. She remains grateful for the opportunities she has had throughout Gordon County Schools and for the people who supported her early in her career.
During National Principals Month, Gordon County Schools is proud to recognize Leah Newsom for her leadership, dedication, and commitment to the students and staff of the College and Career Academy.
Congratulations to Sonoraville Elementary School for being named the Gordon County Schools 2026 Attendance Awareness Month Winner!
Sonoraville Elementary earned this recognition with an outstanding attendance rate of 96.5% throughout the month of September. The school is also celebrating an impressive 320 students who achieved perfect attendance for the entire month!
Regular school attendance plays an important role in student success. Every day in the classroom provides valuable opportunities for learning, building relationships, and developing skills that support academic growth. Being present and actively participating helps students make the most of these opportunities.
We are proud of Sonoraville Elementary for this achievement and appreciate the efforts of all our schools, staff, students, and families who work together to make attendance a priority. Thank you for encouraging students to show up, stay engaged, and make every school day count!
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Sonoraville Elementary earned this recognition with an outstanding attendance rate of 96.5% throughout the month of September. The school is also celebrating an impressive 320 students who achieved perfect attendance for the entire month!
Regular school attendance plays an important role in student success. Every day in the classroom provides valuable opportunities for learning, building relationships, and developing skills that support academic growth. Being present and actively participating helps students make the most of these opportunities.
We are proud of Sonoraville Elementary for this achievement and appreciate the efforts of all our schools, staff, students, and families who work together to make attendance a priority. Thank you for encouraging students to show up, stay engaged, and make every school day count!
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Congratulations to Gordon County Schools for being named a 2025 Turnip the Beet! Gold Award Winner!
This prestigious recognition from the USDA celebrates summer feeding programs that go above and beyond to provide children with nutritious, appealing, and high-quality meals. Gordon County Schools was among just 46 Gold Award recipients nationwide and one of 22 Georgia summer meal program operators recognized!
Summer feeding programs play an important role in ensuring children have access to healthy meals when school is not in session. To earn Gold Award status, our program demonstrated excellence in nutrition, quality, and variety by incorporating locally produced foods, offering hot meal options, providing a variety of fruits and vegetables, and ensuring at least 50% of fruits and vegetables served were fresh.
A special congratulations to School Nutrition Director Nicole Head and our outstanding School Nutrition team for earning this national recognition! We also extend our appreciation to Stacey Lemmermann, Kristin Cronk, and Kim Franks for their dedication and hard work in making our summer feeding program a success. Their efforts make a meaningful difference for children and families throughout Gordon County!
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This prestigious recognition from the USDA celebrates summer feeding programs that go above and beyond to provide children with nutritious, appealing, and high-quality meals. Gordon County Schools was among just 46 Gold Award recipients nationwide and one of 22 Georgia summer meal program operators recognized!
Summer feeding programs play an important role in ensuring children have access to healthy meals when school is not in session. To earn Gold Award status, our program demonstrated excellence in nutrition, quality, and variety by incorporating locally produced foods, offering hot meal options, providing a variety of fruits and vegetables, and ensuring at least 50% of fruits and vegetables served were fresh.
A special congratulations to School Nutrition Director Nicole Head and our outstanding School Nutrition team for earning this national recognition! We also extend our appreciation to Stacey Lemmermann, Kristin Cronk, and Kim Franks for their dedication and hard work in making our summer feeding program a success. Their efforts make a meaningful difference for children and families throughout Gordon County!
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October is National Principals Month, and Gordon County Schools is proud to recognize the dedicated leaders who serve our schools each day.
Carmen Massengill is in her 28th year as an educator and her 1st year as principal of Gordon Central High School. For Mrs. Massengill, serving as principal is an opportunity to play a meaningful role in the lives of students and help make their high school experience a positive part of their story.
What she values most about the role is the chance to help students feel supported, encouraged, and believed in. She hopes that years from now, students will look back on their time at Gordon Central and remember the people who helped them feel confident in themselves and their future.
Gordon Central is especially meaningful to Mrs. Massengill because of the strong connection many faculty and staff members have to the school. Gordon Central is more than a workplace; it is a place where people grew up, graduated, and were shaped by their own experiences. That connection creates a strong sense of pride and commitment to giving back.
She is also proud of the close-knit culture at Gordon Central. The school is small enough that students and staff know one another well, and that sense of connection helps create an environment where people support, celebrate, and look out for each other.
One message Mrs. Massengill wants every student to understand is that they matter and belong at Gordon Central. She hopes students always remember that there were people in their school community who believed in them and wanted to see them succeed.
Outside of school, Mrs. Massengill enjoys supporting her family. Her husband is Steven, and their children are Brodie, a sophomore at Georgia Southern, and Brynn, a freshman. She enjoys watching Brynn compete in volleyball and tennis, cheering on Georgia Southern with Brodie, and traveling. She is also an early morning CrossFit regular and can often be found at the gym by 5 a.m.
During National Principals Month, Gordon County Schools is proud to recognize Carmen Massengill for the care, commitment, and sense of connection she brings to Gordon Central High School each day.
Carmen Massengill is in her 28th year as an educator and her 1st year as principal of Gordon Central High School. For Mrs. Massengill, serving as principal is an opportunity to play a meaningful role in the lives of students and help make their high school experience a positive part of their story.
What she values most about the role is the chance to help students feel supported, encouraged, and believed in. She hopes that years from now, students will look back on their time at Gordon Central and remember the people who helped them feel confident in themselves and their future.
Gordon Central is especially meaningful to Mrs. Massengill because of the strong connection many faculty and staff members have to the school. Gordon Central is more than a workplace; it is a place where people grew up, graduated, and were shaped by their own experiences. That connection creates a strong sense of pride and commitment to giving back.
She is also proud of the close-knit culture at Gordon Central. The school is small enough that students and staff know one another well, and that sense of connection helps create an environment where people support, celebrate, and look out for each other.
One message Mrs. Massengill wants every student to understand is that they matter and belong at Gordon Central. She hopes students always remember that there were people in their school community who believed in them and wanted to see them succeed.
Outside of school, Mrs. Massengill enjoys supporting her family. Her husband is Steven, and their children are Brodie, a sophomore at Georgia Southern, and Brynn, a freshman. She enjoys watching Brynn compete in volleyball and tennis, cheering on Georgia Southern with Brodie, and traveling. She is also an early morning CrossFit regular and can often be found at the gym by 5 a.m.
During National Principals Month, Gordon County Schools is proud to recognize Carmen Massengill for the care, commitment, and sense of connection she brings to Gordon Central High School each day.
Ashworth Middle School 7th grade students in Coach Peden’s science class were putting genetics into action with a creative and engaging lab.
Students began with warm-up questions about genetics before using Punnett squares to explore inherited traits. For the activity, students crossed parent monsters to predict possible genotypes and phenotypes, then used their results to draw what they thought the baby monster might look like.
It was a fun way to combine science, creativity, and problem-solving while helping students better understand how traits can be passed from one generation to the next!
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Students began with warm-up questions about genetics before using Punnett squares to explore inherited traits. For the activity, students crossed parent monsters to predict possible genotypes and phenotypes, then used their results to draw what they thought the baby monster might look like.
It was a fun way to combine science, creativity, and problem-solving while helping students better understand how traits can be passed from one generation to the next!
#GrowConnectSucceed #GordonCountySchools #AshworthMiddle
Red Bud Middle School students in Mrs. Carrie Greeson-Parish’s Computer Science, STEAM, and Robotics classes were hard at work preparing for the annual Gordon County Schools Technology Competition.
Students analyzed their robot builds, tested ideas, and worked together on programming as they continued refining their designs. The combination of creativity, problem-solving, and teamwork made for an engaging learning experience and looked like a lot of fun for everyone involved.
We are excited to see what these students create and how they perform at this year’s competition!
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Students analyzed their robot builds, tested ideas, and worked together on programming as they continued refining their designs. The combination of creativity, problem-solving, and teamwork made for an engaging learning experience and looked like a lot of fun for everyone involved.
We are excited to see what these students create and how they perform at this year’s competition!
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October is National Principals Month, and Gordon County Schools is proud to recognize the dedicated leaders who serve our schools each day.
Chad Moore is in his 22nd year as an educator and his 4th year as principal of Red Bud Middle School. He has spent 14 years serving as a principal overall, including his previous tenure as principal of Belwood Elementary School.
For Mr. Moore, one of the best parts of being a principal is simply being around students and staff each day. He values the opportunity to encourage others, help solve problems, and support students and staff as they continue to grow. He loves his school and often describes serving as principal at RBMS as a “get to” job rather than a “got to” job.
Mr. Moore believes one of Red Bud Middle’s greatest strengths is its sense of family. Students, families, teachers, and support staff are closely connected, and the school places a strong emphasis on making sure everyone feels known, supported, and valued. Building meaningful relationships is an important part of the school culture, both between staff and students and among staff members themselves.
He is especially proud of the pride Red Bud students have in their school and the growth they continue to make academically and personally. He is equally proud of the staff members who invest so much time and effort in their students and continue looking for new ways to strengthen instruction and relationships.
A major focus for Mr. Moore is making sure every student feels loved and valued at school. Red Bud Middle is also working toward growth for every student, whether academically, behaviorally, or through improved attendance, while making sure each student has at least one trusted adult in the building who knows and supports them.
Outside of school, Mr. Moore enjoys spending time with his wife, Ashley, and their four children, Connor, Camden, Harper, and Hensley. Their family enjoys traveling together, especially trips to the beach and Disney. He also enjoys cooking, trying new recipes, and relaxing with episodes of The Office.
During National Principals Month, Gordon County Schools is proud to recognize Chad Moore for his leadership, commitment to relationships, and dedication to the students, staff, and families of Red Bud Middle School.
Chad Moore is in his 22nd year as an educator and his 4th year as principal of Red Bud Middle School. He has spent 14 years serving as a principal overall, including his previous tenure as principal of Belwood Elementary School.
For Mr. Moore, one of the best parts of being a principal is simply being around students and staff each day. He values the opportunity to encourage others, help solve problems, and support students and staff as they continue to grow. He loves his school and often describes serving as principal at RBMS as a “get to” job rather than a “got to” job.
Mr. Moore believes one of Red Bud Middle’s greatest strengths is its sense of family. Students, families, teachers, and support staff are closely connected, and the school places a strong emphasis on making sure everyone feels known, supported, and valued. Building meaningful relationships is an important part of the school culture, both between staff and students and among staff members themselves.
He is especially proud of the pride Red Bud students have in their school and the growth they continue to make academically and personally. He is equally proud of the staff members who invest so much time and effort in their students and continue looking for new ways to strengthen instruction and relationships.
A major focus for Mr. Moore is making sure every student feels loved and valued at school. Red Bud Middle is also working toward growth for every student, whether academically, behaviorally, or through improved attendance, while making sure each student has at least one trusted adult in the building who knows and supports them.
Outside of school, Mr. Moore enjoys spending time with his wife, Ashley, and their four children, Connor, Camden, Harper, and Hensley. Their family enjoys traveling together, especially trips to the beach and Disney. He also enjoys cooking, trying new recipes, and relaxing with episodes of The Office.
During National Principals Month, Gordon County Schools is proud to recognize Chad Moore for his leadership, commitment to relationships, and dedication to the students, staff, and families of Red Bud Middle School.
October is National Principals Month, and Gordon County Schools is proud to recognize the dedicated leaders who serve our schools each day.
Danny Lowrance is in his 24th year as an educator and his 4th year as principal of Ashworth Middle School. Before becoming principal, he also served three and a half years as assistant principal at AMS.
Ashworth Middle holds a special place in Mr. Lowrance’s career and family. He began his career there in 2002 as a 7th grade math teacher, his children attended the school, and he now has nephews who are current students. That long connection has made the students and staff at AMS feel like an extended family.
One of the things Mr. Lowrance enjoys most about being a principal is that no two days are exactly alike. Each day brings new challenges, new situations to work through, and new opportunities to support students and staff.
He is especially proud of the academic growth Ashworth Middle has continued to make over the past four years. Even when challenges arise, Lowrance appreciates the way students and staff continue working toward improvement.
A message Mr. Lowrance wants every student to know is that they are loved and cared for at AMS. For him, being a principal means believing in every student, supporting every teacher, and helping create a school where everyone feels valued and has the opportunity to grow.
Outside of school, Mr. Lowrance enjoys woodworking and restoring antique furniture. He especially enjoys learning the history behind older pieces, understanding how they were built, and bringing them back to life while preserving their original character.
Mr. Lowrance’s wife, Jenni, works as a Pre-K paraprofessional at Belwood Elementary. Their daughter, Lindsey, graduated from the University of Georgia in May, and their son, Owen, is a junior at Dalton State College pursuing a degree in high school mathematics education.
During National Principals Month, Gordon County Schools is proud to recognize Danny Lowrance for his leadership, commitment, and long standing dedication to Ashworth Middle School and the students, staff, and families he serves.
The Gordon County-Calhoun Special Olympics brought together students, families, volunteers, and supporters for a wonderful day of competition, encouragement, and community!
We are grateful to everyone who came out to support our athletes, including members of the “Masters” team, made up of former athletes who continue to participate and remain an important part of this special event.
A special thank you to America’s Home Place for its monetary sponsorship and the volunteers who gave their time to support the event. We also appreciate members of The American Legion for assisting with setup and providing a donation, the Phoenix Stars & Stripes Ensemble for performing the National Anthem, and Coach Rainwater for helping with setup and supporting the overall coordination of the event. Gordon County Schools Director of Special Education Kristina Lee played a huge role in hosting and organizing the event, and we appreciate her and our Special Education Department team for all of their hard work and dedication.
Thank you to everyone who helped make this year’s Gordon County-Calhoun Special Olympics a meaningful and memorable experience for our student athletes and families!
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Red Bud Elementary is celebrating Georgia Pre-K Week and the dedicated educators who help our youngest Cardinals learn, grow, and build a strong foundation for future success. Students enjoyed the beautiful weather today during recess time!
We are proud to recognize our RBES Pre-K teams: Mrs. Summerfield and Mrs. Huff, Mr. Leatherwood and Ms. Eldridge, Mrs. Stone and Ms. Bradley, and Mrs. Beason and Mrs. Ralston (pre-school).
Thank you for creating welcoming classrooms filled with learning, play, encouragement, and care. Your work makes a meaningful difference during these important early years.
Happy Georgia Pre-K Week, Cardinals!
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We are proud to recognize our RBES Pre-K teams: Mrs. Summerfield and Mrs. Huff, Mr. Leatherwood and Ms. Eldridge, Mrs. Stone and Ms. Bradley, and Mrs. Beason and Mrs. Ralston (pre-school).
Thank you for creating welcoming classrooms filled with learning, play, encouragement, and care. Your work makes a meaningful difference during these important early years.
Happy Georgia Pre-K Week, Cardinals!
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Fairmount Elementary is celebrating Georgia Pre-K Week and the dedicated educators who help our youngest Bulldogs learn, grow, and build a strong foundation for future success. Students were working on fun activities during small group time today!
We are proud to recognize our FES Pre-K teams: Ms. Black and Mrs. Knockum, Ms. Kerlin and Ms. McReynolds, and Mrs. Price and Mrs. Wilson (pre-school).
Thank you for creating classrooms filled with learning, play, encouragement, and care. Your work helps make these important early years meaningful and memorable for our students.
Happy Georgia Pre-K Week, Bulldogs!
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We are proud to recognize our FES Pre-K teams: Ms. Black and Mrs. Knockum, Ms. Kerlin and Ms. McReynolds, and Mrs. Price and Mrs. Wilson (pre-school).
Thank you for creating classrooms filled with learning, play, encouragement, and care. Your work helps make these important early years meaningful and memorable for our students.
Happy Georgia Pre-K Week, Bulldogs!
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Sonoraville Elementary is celebrating Georgia Pre-K Week and the dedicated educators who help our youngest Phoenix learners build confidence, curiosity, and a strong foundation for future success. They all had fun with October-themed read aloud time in their classrooms today.
We are proud to recognize our SES Pre-K teams: Mrs. Sheriff and Mrs. Patureau, Mrs. Guess and Mrs. Hornbrook, and Ms. Morgan and Mrs. Hernandez.
Thank you for creating classrooms filled with learning, play, encouragement, and care. Your work helps make these important early years meaningful and memorable for our students.
Happy Georgia Pre-K Week, Phoenix Nation!
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We are proud to recognize our SES Pre-K teams: Mrs. Sheriff and Mrs. Patureau, Mrs. Guess and Mrs. Hornbrook, and Ms. Morgan and Mrs. Hernandez.
Thank you for creating classrooms filled with learning, play, encouragement, and care. Your work helps make these important early years meaningful and memorable for our students.
Happy Georgia Pre-K Week, Phoenix Nation!
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October is National Principals Month, and Gordon County Schools is proud to recognize the dedicated leaders who serve our schools each day.
Kelly Rampy is in her 19th year as an educator and her 4th year as principal of Sonoraville Elementary School. She values the opportunity to make a difference for students, staff, and the community while helping create a school that people are proud to be part of.
Mrs. Rampy believes Sonoraville Elementary is special because of the strong sense of family throughout the school. Along with maintaining high expectations for learning, the school places a strong emphasis on relationships, belonging, and making sure students feel safe and supported. She is proud of the Phoenix spirit across the school and the way students and staff support one another and continue looking for ways to improve.
She is especially proud of the growth she sees in students, both academically and personally. Mrs. Rampy appreciates the way students continue working through challenges, show kindness, and set positive examples for others. She is equally proud of the dedication of the staff and the time and effort they give to students each day.
One message Mrs. Rampy wants every student to understand is that they matter, they belong, and there are people at Sonoraville Elementary who believe in them.
For Mrs. Rampy, being a principal means showing up each day for students and staff, supporting them through challenges, celebrating their accomplishments, and helping create an environment where everyone feels connected and valued.
Outside of school, Mrs. Rampy enjoys spending time with her husband, Blake, and their daughters, Megyn and Molly, who both attend Sonoraville High School. She also enjoys reading and baking when she has the opportunity.
During National Principals Month, Gordon County Schools is proud to recognize Kelly Rampy for her leadership, dedication, and commitment to the students, staff, and families of Sonoraville Elementary School.
Kelly Rampy is in her 19th year as an educator and her 4th year as principal of Sonoraville Elementary School. She values the opportunity to make a difference for students, staff, and the community while helping create a school that people are proud to be part of.
Mrs. Rampy believes Sonoraville Elementary is special because of the strong sense of family throughout the school. Along with maintaining high expectations for learning, the school places a strong emphasis on relationships, belonging, and making sure students feel safe and supported. She is proud of the Phoenix spirit across the school and the way students and staff support one another and continue looking for ways to improve.
She is especially proud of the growth she sees in students, both academically and personally. Mrs. Rampy appreciates the way students continue working through challenges, show kindness, and set positive examples for others. She is equally proud of the dedication of the staff and the time and effort they give to students each day.
One message Mrs. Rampy wants every student to understand is that they matter, they belong, and there are people at Sonoraville Elementary who believe in them.
For Mrs. Rampy, being a principal means showing up each day for students and staff, supporting them through challenges, celebrating their accomplishments, and helping create an environment where everyone feels connected and valued.
Outside of school, Mrs. Rampy enjoys spending time with her husband, Blake, and their daughters, Megyn and Molly, who both attend Sonoraville High School. She also enjoys reading and baking when she has the opportunity.
During National Principals Month, Gordon County Schools is proud to recognize Kelly Rampy for her leadership, dedication, and commitment to the students, staff, and families of Sonoraville Elementary School.
October is National Principals Month, and Gordon County Schools is proud to recognize the dedicated leaders who serve our schools each day.
Dr. Rebecca Owen is in her 19th year as an educator and her 2nd full year as principal of Tolbert Elementary School. This is her first principalship, following previous roles as a teacher, coach, instructional specialist, and assistant principal.
One of the things Dr. Owen enjoys most about being a principal is working with the people who make up the Tolbert community. She appreciates the commitment of the staff, the support of families, and the energy students bring each day. She also enjoys that each day is different, bringing new opportunities to solve problems, encourage others, and help students be their best.
This year is especially meaningful as Tolbert Elementary celebrates its 50th anniversary. Dr. Owen believes the school’s long connection to the Resaca and Sugar Valley communities is a major part of what makes Tolbert special. Generations of families have attended the school, and local churches and community members continue to support students and staff.
Dr. Owen is especially proud of the way students and staff continue working through challenges and supporting one another. Their efforts have also been reflected in recent recognitions, including Tolbert being named a 2026 Georgia Title I Reward School and a 2025 Georgia Grade 3 Literacy Leader.
One message Dr. Owen wants every student to know is that they are seen, valued, and capable of accomplishing great things. She wants students to understand that growth comes from continuing to work toward being their best each day.
Outside of school, Dr. Owen enjoys spending time with her husband, Eric, and their daughters, Maddie and Abigail. Maddie is a 1st grade Warrior at Tolbert, and Abigail will join the school as a Pre-K student next year. As a family, they enjoy cruising, board games, pets, and cheering on the Georgia Bulldogs. Dr. Owen also enjoys cooking, trying new recipes, and a good cup of coffee.
During National Principals Month, Gordon County Schools is proud to recognize Dr. Rebecca Owen for her leadership, dedication, and commitment to the students, staff, families, and community of Tolbert Elementary School.
Dr. Rebecca Owen is in her 19th year as an educator and her 2nd full year as principal of Tolbert Elementary School. This is her first principalship, following previous roles as a teacher, coach, instructional specialist, and assistant principal.
One of the things Dr. Owen enjoys most about being a principal is working with the people who make up the Tolbert community. She appreciates the commitment of the staff, the support of families, and the energy students bring each day. She also enjoys that each day is different, bringing new opportunities to solve problems, encourage others, and help students be their best.
This year is especially meaningful as Tolbert Elementary celebrates its 50th anniversary. Dr. Owen believes the school’s long connection to the Resaca and Sugar Valley communities is a major part of what makes Tolbert special. Generations of families have attended the school, and local churches and community members continue to support students and staff.
Dr. Owen is especially proud of the way students and staff continue working through challenges and supporting one another. Their efforts have also been reflected in recent recognitions, including Tolbert being named a 2026 Georgia Title I Reward School and a 2025 Georgia Grade 3 Literacy Leader.
One message Dr. Owen wants every student to know is that they are seen, valued, and capable of accomplishing great things. She wants students to understand that growth comes from continuing to work toward being their best each day.
Outside of school, Dr. Owen enjoys spending time with her husband, Eric, and their daughters, Maddie and Abigail. Maddie is a 1st grade Warrior at Tolbert, and Abigail will join the school as a Pre-K student next year. As a family, they enjoy cruising, board games, pets, and cheering on the Georgia Bulldogs. Dr. Owen also enjoys cooking, trying new recipes, and a good cup of coffee.
During National Principals Month, Gordon County Schools is proud to recognize Dr. Rebecca Owen for her leadership, dedication, and commitment to the students, staff, families, and community of Tolbert Elementary School.
October is National Principals Month, and Gordon County Schools is proud to recognize the dedicated leaders who serve our schools each day.
Becky Hulsey is in her 25th year as an educator and her 1st year as principal of Red Bud Elementary School. Before stepping into the principal role, she served eight years as an assistant principal, including three years at Sonoraville High School and five years at Red Bud Middle School.
One of the things Mrs. Hulsey enjoys most about being a principal is watching students grow in every area of their lives. She values seeing them make academic progress, build confidence, work through challenges, and develop into the people they are becoming.
Mrs. Hulsey says the staff at Red Bud Elementary is one of the school’s greatest strengths. She has quickly seen the care, dedication, and commitment they bring to students each day. She is also proud of the way both students and staff respond to challenges, accept feedback, and continue working to improve.
A message she wants every student to understand is that they matter. Mrs. Hulsey wants students to know they are valued, loved, and capable of making a difference. She also emphasizes that success does not require perfection and that mistakes are an important part of learning and growth.
For Mrs. Hulsey, being a principal means leading with purpose, supporting students and staff, and being present through both successes and challenges. She sees the role as an opportunity to help others grow while building a positive and supportive school environment.
Outside of school, Mrs. Hulsey enjoys spending time with her family. She lives in the Red Bud community with her husband, Barry, and has two daughters, Clara James and Catie Hulsey. She also enjoys spending time with her granddaughter, Annie Drew. Hulsey enjoys writing as well and hopes to write a book someday.
During National Principals Month, Gordon County Schools is proud to recognize Becky Hulsey for her leadership, care, and commitment to the students, staff, and families of Red Bud Elementary School.
Becky Hulsey is in her 25th year as an educator and her 1st year as principal of Red Bud Elementary School. Before stepping into the principal role, she served eight years as an assistant principal, including three years at Sonoraville High School and five years at Red Bud Middle School.
One of the things Mrs. Hulsey enjoys most about being a principal is watching students grow in every area of their lives. She values seeing them make academic progress, build confidence, work through challenges, and develop into the people they are becoming.
Mrs. Hulsey says the staff at Red Bud Elementary is one of the school’s greatest strengths. She has quickly seen the care, dedication, and commitment they bring to students each day. She is also proud of the way both students and staff respond to challenges, accept feedback, and continue working to improve.
A message she wants every student to understand is that they matter. Mrs. Hulsey wants students to know they are valued, loved, and capable of making a difference. She also emphasizes that success does not require perfection and that mistakes are an important part of learning and growth.
For Mrs. Hulsey, being a principal means leading with purpose, supporting students and staff, and being present through both successes and challenges. She sees the role as an opportunity to help others grow while building a positive and supportive school environment.
Outside of school, Mrs. Hulsey enjoys spending time with her family. She lives in the Red Bud community with her husband, Barry, and has two daughters, Clara James and Catie Hulsey. She also enjoys spending time with her granddaughter, Annie Drew. Hulsey enjoys writing as well and hopes to write a book someday.
During National Principals Month, Gordon County Schools is proud to recognize Becky Hulsey for her leadership, care, and commitment to the students, staff, and families of Red Bud Elementary School.
