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Calling all Gordon County parents, families, school staff, students and community members, we need your input to plan for the 2022-2023 school year! This is an opportunity for you to provide input and suggestions to revise school improvement plans, school-parent compacts, and several other important documents. View the information and participate in the online survey here: www.gcbe.org/communityinput #GoCoSchools #GETGCS

It's almost time for SUMMER CAMPS and registration is starting to take off! The Gordon County Schools virtual bulletin board features links to various options for Summer Camps and events for our Gordon County Schools community to explore! This page is updated regularly with more fun opportunities for students and their families! Visit: www.gcbe.org/bulletinboard to check it out today! #GoCoSchools #GETGCS

✨WORK-BASED LEARNING SPOTLIGHT✨ Gordon Central High School Senior, Cade Hendrix, completed the Automotive Technology pathway and will attend Dalton College in the fall. Cade works at Cracker Barrel where he is developing excellent employability skills. According to his supervisor, Cade is "always on time and has great work ethic. He has a willingness to help out and is learning new aspects of the job." Cade is also the leading shot putter on the Gordon Central track team this spring. We appreciate our business partners like Cracker Barrel for employing our students and working with their schedules so they can participate in sports and other extracurricular activities. Interested in learning more about the Gordon County Schools work-based learning program? Visit www.gcbe.org/workbasedlearning #GoCoSchools #GETGCS #WorkBasedLearning #CTAE #WBL

Calling all automotive and industrial maintenance technicians! Gordon County Schools is looking for an Automotive Teacher and an Industrial Maintenance Teacher! Excellent benefits and a competitive salary. Apply today! www.gcbe.org/gcsemployment #GoCoSchools #GETGCS

We had the best time with our guests at the Toddler & Me event at Belwood Elementary, hosted by the Sonoraville High School Early Childhood Education class. Toddlers spent the morning learning skills in music and movement, math, literacy, art and got to visit the Preschool Play & Learn Classroom. To learn more about our toddler events and the Preschool Play & Learn Program, visit www.gcbe.org/palsprogram #GoCoSchools #GETGCS

Our Summer Feeding Program begins June 1!

Happy Easter!

Yesterday, Gordon County Schools system leadership joined together for the monthly leadership meeting. Check out our elementary school principals who were caught working hard while collaborating to discuss student growth and achievement with Early Learning and Elementary Curriculum Director, Beth Herod and District Instructional Coordinator, Katie Edwards. #GoCoSchools #GETGCS

The state literary competition is an annual, statewide event run by the Georgia High School Association, in which students compete in events that include essay writing, extemporaneous speaking, oral presentation, chorus and solo performances. Catherine Hughes competed for the state title on March 26th in the International Extemporaneous Speech category and earned the AA(2A) State Champion Title in that category. At the April Board of Education meeting, Catherine Hughes was recognized for this outstanding achievement! #GoCoSchools #GETGCS

✨WORK-BASED LEARNING SPOTLIGHT✨ Sonoraville High School Senior, Jordan Jones, is pictured here with work-based learning coordinator, Dr. Andrea Walraven. Jordan works in the greenhouses at Tucker Farms and helps to raise hydroponic crops that are sold to high-end restaurants across the southeast.  Interested in learning more about the Gordon County Schools work-based learning program? Visit www.gcbe.org/workbasedlearning #GoCoSchools #GETGCS #WorkBasedLearning #CTAE #WBL

YOU ARE INVITED to join us for a FREE event! Students from the Sonoraville Early Childhood Education class will be hosting a fun-filled instructional event focused on educational skills that are age appropriate and interactive for toddlers. Your child will be able to take home two activities and receive a free children's book. REGISTER ONLINE TODAY at www.gcbe.org/toddlerandme #GoCoSchools #GETGCS

Gordon County Schools is pleased to announce the three finalists for the 2022-23 System-Level Teacher of the Year! Please join us in celebrating Ms. Christina Cote, Ms. Katy Waters and Ms. Amal Yacoub on this outstanding achievement! #GoCoSchools #GETGCS

In March, Gordon Central High School was named an Advanced Placement (AP) Access and Support school by Georgia State School Superintendent, Richard Woods. Access and Support Schools are schools where at least 30 percent of the AP exams taken by students identify themselves as African American and/or Hispanic, and 30 percent of all AP exams earn a score of 3 or higher. At the April Board of Education meeting, the AP Teaching Staff at Gordon Central High School were recognized for their dedication to their students both inside and outside of the classroom. Without the team of committed AP educators, this award would not be possible. Joining the Gordon County Board of Education for the recognition were: Alan Hughes, Elizabeth Parrott, John Albright, Renee Hughes, and Shannon Rainwater. #GoCoSchools #GETGCS

We are extremely thankful for our staff members, both inside and outside of the classroom. We recently celebrated the staff at Sonoraville Elementary for their devotion to excellence and for the exceptional educational experiences they provide to their students and the SES community. You continue to inspire learning, passion, creativity and help to shape future generations. #GoCoSchools #GETGCS

Gordon County Schools Transportation is proud to offer a Driver's Education program for high school students. Students in the program will gain knowledge and experience behind-the-wheel and in the classroom to prepare them for life as a responsible driver. The next class starts April 18th! Visit www.gcbe.org/driverseducation for more info and to sign up for the April class! #GoCoSchools #GETGCS

✨WORK-BASED LEARNING SPOTLIGHT✨ Sonoraville High School Senior, Hunter Mulkey, has completed the Construction & Carpentry Pathway. During his time in the work-based learning program, he has been working hard at Mullinax Truss and Supply in Fairmount. Interested in learning more about the Gordon County Schools work-based learning program? Visit www.gcbe.org/workbasedlearning #GoCoSchools #GETGCS #WorkBasedLearning #CTAE

Gordon County Schools Superintendent, Dr. Kimberly Fraker, visited Red Bud Elementary 5th graders in Ms. Cigainero’s class. Students shared their progress on completing projects using QR codes linked to video messages about their topics. We are so proud of our innovative teachers and students! #GoCoSchools #GETGCS

It's National Assistant Principals Appreciation Week! Thank you to all of our GCS assistant principals for helping our students be successful inside and outside of the classroom! #GoCoSchools #GETGCS #AP22

IT'S APRIL! That means summer camp registration is starting to take off! The Gordon County Schools virtual bulletin board features links to various options for Spring Break camps & Summer Camps in the Gordon County Schools community to explore! This page is updated regularly with more fun opportunities for students and their families! Visit: www.gcbe.org/bulletinboard #GoCoSchools #GETGCS

On Thursday, Gordon County Schools Superintendent, Dr. Kimberly Fraker, and the Sonoraville High Interact Club attended the Rotary Club of Calhoun meeting. Georgia Secretary of State, Brad Raffensperger, was in attendance and spoke to members present about the role of the Secretary of State in elections and business registration and even took time to meet and speak with our students. Pictured below in the first photo are Superintendents Dr. Fraker and Dr. Taylor alongside Mr. Raffensperger. In the second photo is the Interact Club with Mr. Raffensperger with Jessica Hernandez, Ryleigh O'Mahoney, Ariadna Palmerin, Karina Vega, Alessandra Pena, Giselle Villanueva, Peter Rebollar, and Daniel Argueta. #GoCoSchools #GETGCS