📚✨ Join us for the Sonoraville Elementary School Book Fair! ✨📚
📅 Dates: Monday, February 3rd – Friday, February 7th
⏰ Times: 8:15 AM – 3:00 PM
Discover a world of exciting books and spark a love for reading! There’s something for everyone – from picture books to chapter books and everything in between. Don’t miss this chance to support our school and encourage young readers.
We can’t wait to see you there! 📖❤️ We are still looking for volunteers. If you can volunteer, please get in touch with Ms. Cornwell at mcornwell@gcbe.org!
Gordon County Schools will operate on a two-hour delay Wednesday, January 22. This delay is implemented to ensure the safety of our students, staff, and families at this time.
Please adjust your child's morning drop-off time by two hours. Buses will also operate on a two-hour delay behind their usual route times. Elementary schools will begin at 9:30 a.m. Middle and high schools will begin at 10:30 a.m.
Note that buses may run slightly later than the normal schedule to allow for extra precautions to keep students warm and safe. Encourage children to dress warmly as they travel to school. Layering helps keep them safe and warm. Indoor recess activities will take place. We will also provide flexibility with arrival times for all students to ensure safe arrivals.
Weather forecasts indicate a slight chance of precipitation this evening. We are working closely with local agencies to continue monitoring the situation and will notify families promptly through our communication channels if anything changes.
Gordon County Schools will be closed Tuesday, January 21st, 2025.
Due to the latest weather forecast predicted by GEMA for potential precipitation in the northwest Georgia region, all schools in the district will be closed Tuesday. This precaution is to ensure the safety of our students, employees, and families for unpredictable weather.
We will continue to work with local agencies to monitor the weather forecast for the rest of the week. Families will be promptly notified through our communication channels.
Stay warm and safe tomorrow!
District leaders presented schools today with banners celebrating outstanding performance ratings on the Georgia 2024 College and Career Ready Performance Index (CCRPI).
Congratulations to Sonoraville Elementary School for their district level performance in Content Mastery English Language Arts, Math, and Science, Progress Math, Readiness, and Literacy!
Congratulations again to Sonoraville Elementary School for being named a 2024 Title I Distinguished School by the Georgia Department of Education. This recognition places SES among the top 5% of Title I elementary schools in the state for its exceptional performance in English language arts and math.
SES was recognized at last night's Board of Education meeting. On behalf of Sonoraville Elementary, Principal Kelly Rampy and Assistant Principal Nicole Burgess were there to accept the recognition.
Congratulations to these educational leaders for their school’s continued academic excellence!
🌟 Save the Date! 🌟
🤠💃 Daddy-Daughter Dance 💃🤠
📅 March 1st
⏰ 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
🎉 Theme: Boots, Bling, and Bows
Dust off your boots, grab your favorite bling, and tie those bows! Join us for an evening of dancing, laughter, and unforgettable memories hosted by the SHS Majorettes.
✨ Stay tuned for more details—don't miss this magical night! ✨
Due to road conditions from inclement weather, Gordon County Schools will operate on a two-hour delay Monday, January 13. This delay is implemented to ensure the safety of our students, staff, and families Monday morning.
Please adjust your child's morning drop-off time by two hours. Buses will also operate on a two-hour delay behind their usual route times. Elementary schools will begin at 9:30 a.m. Middle and high schools will begin at 10:30 a.m.
Due to the current Winter Storm Watch and the forecast of potential snow, ice, and high winds, all Gordon County Schools will be closed on Friday, January 10th, to prioritize the safety of our students, staff, and community.
Students will bring home any missing assignments, including work for their reading logs, spelling, vocabulary, or other classwork, to complete if they have not already done so at school. We encourage families to use this time to help students stay on track with their learning.
We will continue to monitor weather and road conditions closely and will update families promptly about any further changes to school operations. Thank you for your continued support. Please stay safe and warm!
📚✨ Friendly Reminder! ✨📚 Dear Sonoraville Elementary families, As we approach the holiday break, we kindly ask that all library books be returned by Friday, December 20th. Returning books on time helps ensure that our library is ready for the new year with a full collection for everyone to enjoy! 🌟 Thank you for being so supportive in keeping our library running smoothly. If you have any questions, feel free to contact us.
Sonoraville Elementary chorus teacher Joy Dodd had her students performing today for Pre-K and kindergarten students. Great job! #TogetherGCS #GordonCountySchools
📚✨ Friendly Reminder! ✨📚
Dear Sonoraville Elementary families,
As we approach the holiday break, we kindly ask that all library books be returned by Friday, December 20th.
Returning books on time helps ensure that our library is ready for the new year with a full collection for everyone to enjoy! 🌟
Thank you for being so supportive in keeping our library running smoothly. If you have any questions, feel free to contact us.
🎶🎄 Join Us for a Festive Evening! 🎄🎶
Sonoraville Elementary School is excited to invite you to our Christmas Chorus Concert tomorrow at 6:00 PM in the Cafeteria!
Our talented students have been working hard to bring the holiday spirit to life through song, and we can't wait to share their joyful voices with you. 🌟
Bring your family and friends and holiday cheer for an evening filled with music, smiles, and community!
🎄🎅 Get in the Christmas Spirit with SES! 🎅🎄
Sonoraville Elementary School invites all students to join in the festive fun during our Christmas-themed dress-up days over the next two weeks. Let’s spread some holiday cheer together! Here’s the lineup:
📅 December 9th: PJ Day – Get cozy and come to school in your favorite holiday pajamas!
📅 December 10th: Tacky Sweater Day – Wear your wackiest holiday sweater and bring the laughs!
📅 December 11th: Hallway Cheer – Dress by grade:
Yellow Hall (Pre-K & Kindergarten): White
Blue Hall (1st & 2nd Grade): Green
Green Hall (3rd, 4th, & 5th Grade): Red
📅 December 12th: Favorite Headgear Day – Show off your festive hats, antlers, or holiday headbands!
📅 December 13th: Reindeer & Gingerbread Day – Be inspired by holiday favorites and dress accordingly!
📅 December 16th: Sparkles & Snowflakes – Shine bright with lights, sparkles, and all things shiny!
📅 December 17th: Holiday Socks & House Shoes – Get comfy and festive with holiday socks and slippers!
📅 December 18th: Fa La La Flannel Day – It’s a flannel takeover! Wear your coziest plaid!
📅 December 19th: Grinch Day – Wear green or your favorite Grinch-inspired attire!
📅 December 20th: Christmas Shirt Day – Finish off the fun with your favorite Christmas shirt!
We can’t wait to see everyone’s creativity and holiday spirit. Let’s make this season unforgettable! ✨
Sonoraville Elementary 3rd grade teacher Cailyn Breeden had students competing against each other in a math game! The students were very eager to share their answers and participate. #TogetherGCS
Please consider voting for our GLISI Hidden Heroes nominee, Sonoraville Elementary School data clerk Megan Clayton! Voting ends November 22nd. Use this link and search for Megan in the North category: https://hiddenheroes.glisi.org/2024/gallery
Hidden Heroes highlight the inspiring stories of those who make a lasting impact on our students and schools. Join us in celebrating the heart of our communities—our educators and school staff. Together, we can show our gratitude for their unwavering commitment to shaping the future.
Megan's nomination submission was the following:
"Megan Clayton works in the front office as the school data clerk at Sonoraville Elementary. She goes above and beyond to meet the needs of our parents, students, and staff. She greets them with a smile and makes sure she accommodates their needs. When someone is upset, Megan has a calming nature that helps ease others."
Please consider taking a moment to vote!
Sonoraville Elementary teacher Jamie Mullinax and paraprofessional Reese Davis worked with students in small group activities today! Students were showcasing their abilities in preparation for their benchmark testing. Way to go! #TogetherGCS #GordonCountySchools #PhoenixNation
Sonoraville Elementary 4th grade ELA teacher Erin Childers had her students working on giving feedback to their written works. The students were so invested in giving quality feedback and reading what they had accomplished throughout their writing process! #TogetherGCS
Strategic Planning Survey Link: https://forms.office.com/r/MpdZUzans2
Gordon County Schools invites you to participate in our school district Strategic Planning Survey, and we greatly appreciate your feedback as we work to shape the future of our schools. Your input plays a crucial role in helping us create positive outcomes for our students and community.
The Strategic Planning Survey is a key part of our process to develop a comprehensive roadmap for guiding Gordon County Schools from 2026 to 2030. This survey allows us to hear directly from community members, parents, staff, and students about their perspectives, priorities, and hopes for our school system. By gathering this feedback, we aim to understand the community’s vision for our schools and identify areas for growth and improvement.
The insights from the survey will directly influence the new strategic plan, which will set goals and outline initiatives that promote academic excellence, enhance student well-being, support staff development, and strengthen community partnerships. Ultimately, this survey empowers the community to play an active role in shaping the future of Gordon County Schools, ensuring that we continue providing the best possible educational experiences for all our students.
You can complete the survey by visiting this link: https://forms.office.com/r/MpdZUzans2
If you would like to review our previous Strategic Plan and our 2020-2025 Scorecard, you can do so by visiting our website and following the links here: https://www.gcbe.org/page/strategic-plan
We are excited to welcome our parents on campus for our Come Learn With Me Event tomorrow, October 31st. Parents will learn alongside their child during a 30-minute segment. We ask that parents with more than one child return to the office after each classroom visit. Thank you, and we look forward to welcoming you to campus on October 31st.
What: A Community Engagement Session to gather input from parents, citizens, district employees, and students.
When: October 29th (TODAY) from 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. This is a walk-in meeting, so please feel free to come in at any time.
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.
