Excellent work in Lacey Mullinax’s 8th grade science class as students learn the difference between acceleration and velocity and practice describing how acceleration occurs! Their thoughtful responses and active participation show a strong grasp of these key physical science concepts. #ExtraordinaryRBMS #ExtraordinaryGCS
about 13 hours ago, Gordon County Schools
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At Red Bud Elementary, Mr. Maldonado’s second graders are showing creativity and gratitude as they write about what they are thankful for and craft fun turkey projects to accompany their work! It is wonderful to see students expressing themselves while building writing skills in such an enjoyable way. #ExtraordinaryRBES #ExtraordinaryGCS
about 13 hours ago, Gordon County Schools
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Outstanding learning in Mrs. Weaver’s classroom as GCHS science students dive into explaining and describing genetically modified organisms! Their thoughtful discussions and growing understanding show strong engagement with this important scientific concept. #ExtraordinaryGCHS #ExtraordinaryGCS
about 13 hours ago, Gordon County Schools
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Great work happening in Mr. Peacock’s 8th grade social studies class as students build visual literacy by analyzing Civil War political cartoons to better understand the war’s impact on Georgia! This meaningful approach helps students think critically and see history through multiple perspectives. #ExtraordinaryAMS #ExtraordinaryGCS
about 13 hours ago, Gordon County Schools
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We are truly thankful for the amazing school nutrition team at W. L. Swain Elementary and for Director Nicole Head, who joined in cooking and serving a wonderful Thanksgiving meal for students and families!

We also appreciate every school nutrition staff member across the district for providing delicious and nutritious meals daily—your dedication makes such a difference. #ExtraordinaryWLS #ExtraordinaryGCS
about 13 hours ago, Gordon County Schools
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Today we celebrate our outstanding Education Support Professionals who keep our schools running smoothly every single day! From bus drivers and cafeteria teams to paraprofessionals, custodians, secretaries, and so many others, your work ensures that students can learn, grow, and thrive. Thank you for the vital role you play in preparing all students for life. #ExtraordinaryGCS
1 day ago, Gordon County Schools
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Gordon County Schools is proud to celebrate two extraordinary middle school students who were recognized by the Kiwanis Club of Calhoun-Gordon County for their outstanding character. Cooper Ingram from Red Bud Middle School and Addy Temple from Ashworth Middle School exemplify kindness, leadership, and service in their schools and communities.

Cooper Ingram (top of image) is an exceptional young man who consistently demonstrates compassion and a willingness to help others. He is always ready to lend a hand, often stepping in without being asked simply because he recognizes a need. Cooper never seeks recognition or the spotlight. Instead, he acts out of genuine care and integrity, making his classroom and school a better place each and every day. His character shines through his everyday actions, reflecting who he truly is at heart.

Addy Temple (bottom of image) has shown remarkable leadership through her daily responsibility of raising and lowering the U.S. and Georgia state flags at Ashworth Middle School. With quiet pride and dedication, she ensures that the flags are displayed respectfully, demonstrating discipline, honor, and teamwork. Whether she is organizing the flag area, mentoring younger students, or stepping up to help whenever needed, Addy leads through service and sets a powerful example for her peers. She reminds us that leadership often begins with small acts carried out with excellence and heart.

We are incredibly proud of Cooper and Addy for representing the spirit of Red Bud Middle School and Ashworth Middle School with such integrity and character. Congratulations to these outstanding students.

#ExtraordinaryGCS #ExtraordinaryAMS #ExtraordinaryRBMS
1 day ago, Gordon County Schools
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Even though they stay busy constantly throughout the day, we were able to get a picture of just a few of the many extraordinary people in our Transportation Department to say this: Thank you!

Thank you to our entire Transportation Department for the incredible work they do every day to keep our students safe. From drivers to mechanics, our warehouse manager, routing and department coordinators, assistants, and Director of Transportation Tim Watkins, each person plays an essential role in supporting our schools.

This dedicated team ensures students get to and from school safely, travel to athletic events and field trips, and arrive at the College and Career Academy. We are grateful for their commitment, professionalism, and care for our students and community. Thank you for being EXTRAORDINARY!

#ExtraordinaryGCS
2 days ago, Gordon County Schools
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Thank you to the Fairmount Elementary school nutrition staff for everything they do and for the delicious Thanksgiving lunch they served today to staff, students, and visitors. Nutrition Director Nicole Head also joined the team to help cook and serve, and we truly appreciate the hard work and care these ladies put into every meal.

W. L. Swain Elementary will serve its Thanksgiving lunch on Thursday, November 20!

#ExtraordinaryGCS #ExtraordinaryFES
2 days ago, Gordon County Schools
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Tolbert Elementary 5th grade teacher Marie Taylor and co-teacher Jason Etheridge led an engaging lesson where students worked together to read and understand the experiences of the Oregon Trail. Students took on different roles within their groups, selected a leader, and navigated interactive tasks to determine their fate as they “moved out west.”

This hands-on activity helped students deepen their understanding of history, teamwork, and the challenges pioneers faced.
#ExtraordinaryGCS #ExtraordinaryTES
2 days ago, Gordon County Schools
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Our "Winter Holiday Meal Box" registration is now open! Registration ends Wednesday, November 19th at 11:59 p.m., so act quickly if you are interested!

Gordon County Schools is excited to support families this holiday season by providing 10 breakfasts and 10 lunches per child to help cover meals during Winter Holidays/Christmas Break. This program is open to all children ages 0–18 (and 0–21 for students with special needs) in Gordon County; no school enrollment required.

Pickup Date & Time:

  • Friday, December 19th — 1:00 PM to 7:00 PM
    (PLEASE NOTE: There has been a change to our previous survey. GCS was notified that we are only permitted to do pickup for Friday, December 19th due to regulations pertaining to this amazing program. We will be notifying anyone who originally chose Thursday's date to let each family know of the change and whether they can still pick up or not.)

Pickup locations vary by school; please select your preferred site in the form. Registration is required to accurately supply food. One meal kit per child.

Register here: https://forms.office.com/r/eisxPH9B5W

We look forward to serving our Gordon County families this holiday season!

4 days ago, Gordon County Schools
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Thanksgiving Break Reminder!

Gordon County Schools will be on Thanksgiving Break from November 24 through November 28. We hope all of our students, staff, and families enjoy a safe and relaxing break with loved ones.

#ExtraordinaryGCS
4 days ago, Gordon County Schools
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It's Week 3 of our Parent and Family Engagement Month Contest! Post your activities here for November 17th through November 20th on the calendar. Prizes will be distributed Friday, November 21st!

Gordon County Schools is celebrating Parent and Family Engagement Month this November with a fun district-wide contest designed to strengthen the connection between home and school. Elementary and middle school families can complete activities from the Family Engagement Calendars (also available on the district website) and post photos of their family participating. Each post counts as one entry into a random drawing, and multiple posts are encouraged.

Share on Social Media: Look for our weekly Facebook post, where you can comment with your child’s name, school, and a picture or video of your family completing an activity together. Alternatively, you may message this Facebook page with the information and picture. Please note that we may use the images for promotional materials (but not the other information shared).

The contest runs from November 2 through November 20, with winners announced on November 21. Prizes will be sent home with students before Thanksgiving break.

Our elementary and middle schools will award a Family Connection Prize Pack that includes a family pass for four to the Savoy Automobile Museum, a gift card to a local restaurant, and a Connect 4 game with snacks for a fun family game night at home.

Gift cards have been generously donated by our local partners and community supporters, such as Big John’s Restaurant, Cassie’s On Main, Chick-fil-A, Yellow Jacket Drive-In, Christian & Jake’s, Food Lion, Food City, Walmart, and more!

Join Gordon County Schools in celebrating family engagement. Complete the activities, share your photos, and show how your family connects at home and in the community. Be Extraordinary! #ExtraordinaryGCS

4 days ago, Gordon County Schools
PFE Month Flyer
Elementary Calendar
Middle Calendar
The Gordon Central High School football team loaded up today and was celebrated by GCHS and Ashworth Middle School staff, students, families, and fans along Warrior Path. The Gordon County Sheriff’s Department and Gordon County Fire Department provided an escort as the team headed out to Jasper County for tonight’s state playoff game.

Be sure to cheer them on and show your Pride in the Tribe. Go Warriors!
#ExtraordinaryGCS #ExtraordinaryGCHS
7 days ago, Gordon County Schools
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Sonoraville Elementary 5th grade teacher August Davis led an engaging lesson where students explored the history and economics of the U.S. cattle trails during the 1800s. Students read and interpreted texts about the Oregon Trail and then applied what they learned by playing the Oregon Trail game, where they analyzed the consequences of their decisions along the journey.

It was a fun and interactive way to connect history, reading, and critical thinking, and students were having fun!

#ExtraordinaryGCS #ExtraordinarySES
7 days ago, Gordon County Schools
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Red Bud Middle School 6th grade ELA teacher Marilyn Coats worked with her students today as they reviewed what they have read and learned so far from the novel, "The Bad Beginning." Students practiced locating evidence in the text to support a central idea, strengthening their reading comprehension and analytical skills with their study guides.

#ExtraordinaryGCS #ExtraordinaryRBMS
7 days ago, Gordon County Schools
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Fairmount Elementary 2nd grade teacher Taylor Dobson worked with her students on identifying and using text features in their writing. Students were highly engaged as they discussed how diagrams can support a reader’s understanding and add clarity to a text.

#ExtraordinaryGCS #ExtraordinaryFES
7 days ago, Gordon County Schools
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Thank you to the Gordon Central High School school nutrition staff for providing an amazing Thanksgiving lunch today. Their hard work, dedication, and care were evident in every part of the meal, and we appreciate all they do to serve students and staff throughout the year.

Today’s lunch guests included kindergarten students from Tolbert Elementary, who visited GCHS to participate in learning activities with Kodi Albright’s Teaching as a Profession students, as well as veterans honored with a special luncheon.

Also, let's hear it for the staff at Belwood Elementary, Red Bud Middle, Sonoraville Elementary, and Tolbert Elementary who also served Thanksgiving lunches today! Ashworth served theirs on November 4th, and Fairmount Elementary will have theirs on November 18th!

We are grateful to the entire school nutrition team for consistently going above and beyond to provide delicious and nutritious meals for our schools!

#ExtraordinaryGCS #ExtraordinaryGCHS
7 days ago, Gordon County Schools
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Thank you to Erlanger’s Life Force Air Medical team and AdventHealth for bringing such an incredible learning experience to Sonoraville High School. The Life Force helicopter landed at The Furnace, giving students a firsthand look at emergency medical services in action.

Healthcare pathway students had the opportunity to meet and speak with real heroes who risk their lives every day to save others. This experience offered valuable insight and inspiration for students who may one day pursue careers in healthcare and emergency response.

We are grateful for this extraordinary partnership and the chance to provide our students with such a meaningful and memorable experience.

#ExtraordinaryGCS #ExtraordinarySHS
9 days ago, Gordon County Schools
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Ashworth Middle School media specialist Leigh-Ann Hunt is a true champion for student reading and literacy. Her enthusiasm and dedication have inspired students to explore new books and develop a love for reading. As of earlier today, the AMS library had 1,676 books checked out, and that number continues to grow!

Thank you to Mrs. Hunt and to all of our media specialists across Gordon County Schools for fostering a culture of literacy and helping students discover the joy of reading.

#ExtraordinaryGCS #ExtraordinaryAMS
9 days ago, Gordon County Schools
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