Given the latest timing of the impending storms and its impact on today’s dismissal, Gordon County Schools will be dismissing elementary schools today at 12:30 p.m. and middle and high schools at 1:30 p.m. Aftercare will operate as normal. Schools will communicate individually about the status of any other after-school activities that are scheduled for this afternoon and evening.
Gordon County Schools, in collaboration with local safety officials, is closely monitoring weather conditions expected for this afternoon. We stand ready to alter today’s dismissal in the interest of student and staff safety.
Should an official change of schedule (delay, early dismissal, etc.) be warranted, we will notify staff and families via our website, all social media handles, mass notification system, and share information with local media outlets.
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Just 1️⃣ week until kick off for our Sonoraville Elementary Fun Run! You can get a head start by registering your student and donating TODAY to help our school.
Head to MYBOOSTER.COM now to register and give to our fundraiser. Thank you for your support!
❗️If we get 65% of our school registered on MYBOOSTER.COM Coach Hart will get pied in the face by the Top donating student on Glow Run day!
Early this morning, reports of what sounded like two gunshots in the vicinity of Sonoraville Elementary and Sonoraville High School campuses prompted the schools to go into the lockdown phase of their safety plans and to hold buses off-site. The Gordon County Sheriff's Office responded promptly and have found no threat on campus. We appreciate our continued partnership with law enforcement and their prompt response to this situation. We remain vigilant regarding the safety and security of our schools, and we appreciate everyone's cooperation this morning.
⏰ IT’S TIME ⏰ Registration is open for our Sonoraville Elementary Fun Run kicking off on 03/07/2023.
💥 If we get 65% of our students registered on MYBOOSTER.COM then Coach Hart will get pied in the face by the Top donating student on Glow Run day!.
❗️ Registration is the first step in helping Sonoraville Elementary reach our fundraising goal. Once you’re registered, you have access to all of the fun sharing & donation features to help us raise funds.
Don’t wait! Head to mybooster.com today. Thanks for your support!
SES Spirit Night tomorrow at Panda Express! See the flyer for more information.
No school this week for Winter Break! We will see you on Monday, February 27th.
No school next week for Winter Break! We will see you on Monday, February 27th.
We’re 3 weeks away from kicking off our Sonoraville Elementary Fun Run fundraiser for some playground coverage and a turf field.
🗓 Save the Dates! 🗓
💻 Registration on MYBOOSTER.COM opens on 02/21/2023
🏁 Sonoraville Elementary Fun Run Kick Off on 03/07/2023
🎉 Event Day on 03/15/2023
CALHOUN, GA, February 13, 2023- The Gordon County Board of Education has approved the hiring of Nicole Burgess as the new assistant principal at Sonoraville Elementary for the 2023-2024 school year. Burgess will replace Kelly Rampy who was recently promoted to fill the principalship next year.
Burgess currently serves as the Instructional Lead Teacher at Belwood Elementary School, where she has worked since 2018. She holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Early Childhood Education, a Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction, and is currently pursuing an Education Specialist degree. Additionally, she holds a Reading Endorsement, English to Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) Endorsement, and an Instructional Coaching Endorsement.
A native of Gordon County and a Gordon County Schools alumnus, Burgess is active in the Gordon County Schools community. She is a member of the Gordon County Chamber of Commerce Young Professionals Committee, worked on the Gordon County Schools Rebranding Team, and is currently a member of the Gordon County Schools Aspiring Leaders Program.
Taking over as principal this summer, Rampy looks forward to welcoming Burgess to her administrative team, "I am excited for Mrs. Burgess to join the Phoenix Nation! She is a strong instructional leader who understands the needs of students and staff. Mrs. Burgess will be a great asset to our school and community."
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About Gordon County Schools
Gordon County Schools system serves approximately 6,500 students in schools across the county including six elementary schools, two middle schools, and two high schools. The mission of the Gordon County School system is to build a collaborative culture that engages all students and staff in learning experiences leading to growth, empowerment, and transformation.
Contact at Gordon County Schools
Kendra Pannell
Communications Coordinator
Email: kpannell@gcbe.org
Phone: (706) 629-7366 ext. 8151
Website: www.gcbe.org
Parents and Guardians,
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We value your feedback about SES!
-Mrs. Beason
Happy National School Counselors Week to Mrs. Cohea! We wouldn't be the school we are without you.
We have enjoyed seeing everyone at our events this week! Our Goodies with Grandparents event is tomorrow morning starting at 7 am.
Don't miss out on Donuts with Dad as part of our Book Fair events! Tomorrow at 7 am. We look forward to seeing you.
Tomorrow is our Muffins with Moms event at 7am. We hope to see you there!
GORDON COUNTY SCHOOLS RECEIVES VISION AWARD
(CALHOUN, GEORGIA) – The Georgia Association of Educational Leaders (GAEL) has recognized Gordon County Schools as a recipient of the 2022-2023 GAEL Vision Award. The Vision Award is presented to school districts in five categories based upon their commitment to encouraging and supporting teachers, principals, and district office staff in professional learning. “Learning is a lifelong process. In order for us to do the best for our students, we all must continue to grow professionally. For this reason, Gordon County Schools places an emphasis on professional learning opportunities for all of our staff members," says Dr. Kimberly Fraker, Superintendent. The Vision Award was presented during the GAEL Winter Conference, January 22-24, in Athens.
Pictured on behalf of the system are Gordon County Schools’ principals: Amy Beason, Kelly Rampy, Shelly Allen, Debra Brock, Sket Angland, Monica Holt, Rebecca Champion, Amy Stewart, Justin Timms, and Tara Green. Not pictured- Brian Hall.
The SES book fair is coming next Monday! See the flyers above for more information about the week's events which start at 7 am. Please email Ms. Cornwell at mcornwell@gcbe.org for more information about the fair, events, or volunteering.
NEW STUDENT REGISTRATION: Gordon County Schools is now accepting enrollment applications for the 2023-24 Preschool Play & Learn (PALs) Program, Pre-K classes & Kindergarten classes!
More information about these programs can be found at the following websites:
Preschool Play & Learn (PALs): www.gcbe.org/pals
Pre-K: www.gcbe.org/prek
Kindergarten: www.gcbe.org/enrollment
Learn more about student enrollment at Gordon County Schools by visiting www.gcbe.org/enrollment
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