We’re incredibly proud of the ongoing commitment to learning and excellence shown by our amazing Gordon County Schools faculty and staff! Let’s celebrate recent achievements in advanced degrees, certifications, and endorsements across our schools.
From earning master's degrees to gaining specialized endorsements and certifications, our educators are continuously growing to better serve our students and community.
Join us in congratulating our team on their hard work and dedication! Together, we are building a brighter future for our students.
#CelebratingGrowth #TogetherGCS #GordonCountySchools
SPLOST has made such a huge difference in Gordon County Schools! We have been able to complete many project upgrades and improvements across the district. Here are some of the improvements our district has made.
Our Transportation Department continues to expand its fleet of propane-powered buses! Not only are these buses environmentally friendly, but they are also saving the district money thanks to available rebates that help reduce costs. Propane buses produce fewer emissions, leading to cleaner air for our students and community, all while cutting down on fuel expenses.
We’re incredibly proud of the ongoing commitment to learning and excellence shown by our amazing Gordon County Schools faculty and staff! Let’s celebrate recent achievements in advanced degrees, certifications, and endorsements across our schools.
From earning master's degrees to gaining specialized endorsements and certifications, our educators are continuously growing to better serve our students and community.
Join us in congratulating our team on their hard work and dedication! Together, we are building a brighter future for our students.
#CelebratingGrowth #TogetherGCS #GordonCountySchools
Happy Fall Break! We look forward to seeing everyone when students return to school Monday, October 21st.
We’re proud to celebrate our "Homegrown" educators and staff at Gordon County Schools who graduated from our high schools! Thank you for giving back to the community you love. You help make our schools a special place!
#HomegrownGordon #TogetherGCS #GordonCountySchools
We're celebrating Georgia Pre-K Week, and here are Red Bud Elementary Pre-K students having so much fun on the playground! It was a beautiful morning to play and have fun for our littlest Cardinals. #TogetherGCS #GordonCountySchools
Let's celebrate Georgia Pre-K Week by checking out Patti Black's class at Fairmount Elementary. These students were having a blast in their different learn and play stations! #TogetherGCS #GordonCountySchools
We are celebrating Georgia Pre-K Week, and Tammy Bennett's Pre-K class at Tolbert Elementary just returned from breakfast. They were ready to have their pictures taken! #TogetherGCS #GordonCountySchools
W.L. Swain Elementary Pre-K teacher Lisa Byrd had her students working in many fun learning stations. Also, check out the pumpkin patch they made! Celebrate Georgia Pre-K Week with us. #TogetherWeLearn #TogetherGCS #GordonCountySchools
Ashworth Middle School agriculture teacher Dixie Wyatt worked with her class on conductors and electricity! #TogetherWeLearn #TogetherGCS #GordonCountySchools
What: A Community Engagement Session to gather input from parents, citizens, district employees, and students.
When: October 29th from 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Where: Gordon County Schools Central Office Board Room, 7300 Fairmount Hwy SE Calhoun, GA 30701
Who: All Gordon County School District’s stakeholders are invited to participate.
To Attend: All parents, citizens, district employees, and high school students are encouraged to attend. If you need an interpreter in order to participate, please notify us of your specific needs. Contact Mr. Brian Hall with questions at brianhall@gcbe.org or (706) 629-7366 ext. 8143.
An online survey will be available for those who can’t attend the meeting. A link to the survey will appear on the district’s website at https://www.gcbe.org the day following the meeting.
Tracy Farriba of AdventHealth delivered pink lightbulbs to Superintendent Alice Mashburn and Gordon County Schools for their Breast Cancer Awareness "Light Your Porch Pink" movement. Thank you to AdventHealth for shining a light on breast cancer. Community members are invited to participate in raising awareness with this experience by installing a pink light bulb in their front porch light socket. #TogetherGCS #GordonCountySchools
GORDON COUNTY, GA - Gordon County Schools is thrilled to announce an exceptional graduation rate for the Class of 2024, with an impressive 96.8% of students earning their diplomas within four years of entering high school. Sonoraville High School reported a graduation rate of 97.4%, and Gordon Central High School reported a graduation rate of 95.9%.
Gordon County Schools' graduation rate significantly surpasses the State of Georgia's Class of 2024 average of 85.4% by an impressive margin of 11.4 percentage points. This milestone is based on the most recent report released by the Georgia Department of Education, in compliance with federal law, which calculates graduation rates using a four-year cohort method.
The four-year cohort method follows a student cohort from the start of ninth grade, adjusting for transfers in and out over the following three years. The graduation rate is then determined by the number of students who successfully graduate with a regular high school diploma, divided by the total number of students who constituted the adjusted cohort for the graduating class. Over the last decade, Gordon County Schools has exhibited an extraordinary increase in graduation rates.
Superintendent Alice Mashburn praised the community’s collaborative effort, stating, "The success of the Class of 2024 reflects the hard work of our teachers, staff, parents, and community partners. This achievement goes beyond diplomas—it’s a shared victory for our whole community, showing our dedication to student success. Together, we will keep inspiring and supporting all our students as they move forward."
Gordon County Schools takes immense pride in its continued dedication to academic excellence, fostering an environment where students are empowered to reach their full potential, exemplified by the exceptional graduation rates achieved.
Fall Break is quickly approaching for Gordon County Schools!
We hope everyone has a relaxing and enjoyable Fall Break from October 14th through the 18th! Take this time to recharge, enjoy the beautiful fall weather, and spend quality time with family and friends.
Today, we had the honor of hosting Georgia Senator Chuck Payne (District 54) at Sonoraville Elementary during Georgia Pre-K Week! Senator Payne spent time with our youngest learners, sharing the importance of reading and getting an education.
Our Pre-K students loved hearing Senator Payne read two books: Malcolm Mitchell's "A Magnificent Field Trip to the Governor's Mansion" and the Sesame Street classic, "The Monster at the End of This Book." They were laughing at the funny voices and had a great time. We appreciate Bright from the Start Pre-K Specialist Jae Boyd for being a guest listener today.
When Senator Payne finished reading, he gave all the students a big hug and shared positive words about their futures when they work hard and strive to be good readers.
We are so grateful for Senator Payne’s dedication to fostering a love of reading in our students. His visit was a reminder of the lasting impact a good book and an inspiring role model can have on a child's education. Thank you, Senator Payne, for your support of our students and their futures!
#TogetherWeLearn #TogetherGCS #GordonCountySchools
Today, we had the honor of hosting Georgia Senator Chuck Payne (District 54) at Belwood Elementary during Georgia Pre-K Week! Senator Payne spent time with our youngest learners, sharing the importance of reading and getting an education.
Our Pre-K students loved hearing Senator Payne read two books: Malcolm Mitchell's "A Magnificent Field Trip to the Governor's Mansion" and the Sesame Street classic, "The Monster at the End of This Book." They were laughing at the funny voices and had a great time. We appreciate Bright from the Start Pre-K Specialist Jae Boyd for being a guest listener today.
When Senator Payne finished reading, he gave all the students a big hug and shared positive words about their futures when they work hard and strive to be good readers.
We are so grateful for Senator Payne’s dedication to fostering a love of reading in our students. His visit was a reminder of the lasting impact a good book and an inspiring role model can have on a child's education. Thank you, Senator Payne, for your support of our students and their futures!
#TogetherWeLearn #TogetherGCS #GordonCountySchools
Last week, Sonoraville High School teacher Katie Farley and district Educational Diagnostician Natasha Hall took students from both high schools on a tour of the GNTC Floyd campus through the High School High Tech program.
They were able to explore these program areas: healthcare, welding, cosmetology, auto collision repair, instrumentation and controls, and auto fundamentals. This looked like an extremely informative and interactive tour, and we appreciate these educators giving students opportunities to explore future potential careers.
#TogetherWeLearn #TogetherGCS #GordonCountySchools
This week, we celebrate the power of early learning and the incredible role Georgia's Pre-K program plays in shaping the minds of our youngest learners. From building a strong foundation in literacy and math to fostering creativity, curiosity, and social skills, Pre-K sets the stage for lifelong success.
A huge shoutout to the dedicated teachers, staff, and families who make early education a priority. Your commitment to giving children a bright start is something we honor and applaud!
Let's continue to support and invest in the future of our children because early education matters! Together, we’re helping our littlest learners grow into tomorrow’s leaders.
Today, we celebrate the incredible dedication, passion, and leadership of coaches everywhere. Whether you're guiding young athletes, mentoring future leaders, or inspiring greatness in your community, your impact goes far beyond the game.
To every coach who has ever encouraged, motivated, and pushed someone to be their best – thank you! You don’t just teach skills, you shape character and build confidence. Your commitment to helping others grow is a gift we all appreciate.
Let’s take a moment to shout out our coaches today and recognize the powerful role they play in making us stronger, both on and off the field.
We’re proud to celebrate our "Homegrown" educators and staff at Gordon County Schools who graduated from our high schools! Thank you for giving back to the community you love. You help make our schools a special place!
#HomegrownGordon #TogetherGCS #GordonCountySchools
