Gordon Co Schools: Gordon County Schools Families:
Due to current severe winter weather conditions and tomorrow's forecast, Gordon County Schools will be closed Tuesday, January 16th, to ensure the safety of our students, staff, and community.
We will continue to closely monitor weather and road conditions this week and will alert families about any decisions regarding school operations immediately. Thank you for your cooperation and please stay safe and warm.
ACCESS Testing Information
Tolbert Elementary School will be closed Monday, January 15, 2024 in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. day. Students and staff will return to school on Tuesday, January 16th.
Due to inclement weather conditions, Gordon County Schools will operate on a two-hour delay Tuesday, January 9, 2024. This delay is implemented to ensure the safety of our students, staff, and families during adverse weather conditions, including potential high winds. 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. We will continue to monitor the situation and encourage everyone to follow local news and GCS social media outlets for any changes to the current situation. Thank you for your cooperation, and stay safe.
Happy New Year, Tolbert Elementary School community!
Wishing all our students, parents, teachers, and staff a fantastic year ahead filled with joy, success, and new adventures. Let's embrace 2024 with enthusiasm, dedication, and a commitment to learning and growth.
Together, let's make this year one to remember!
#HappyNewYear #TolbertElementarySchool #NewBeginnings
Get ready to sharpen those pencils and dust off those backpacks because the countdown is on! Students return to school on January 5, 2024!
For the complete GCS academic calendar, check out the link below:
https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/1816685/2023-24_-_Final_Calendar_-_REVISION.pdf
Let's make this second semester a success!
#BackToSchool #TolbertWarriors #NewYearNewAdventures
Don't miss out on Tolbert Elementary's festive holiday event on Thursday, December 7th! Join us for a night of literacy, cocoa, cookies, and photos with Santa. Plus, enjoy a special Christmas performance by the Tolbert Chorus.
Get ready to celebrate the holiday season with the 12 Days of Christmas! Beginning on Friday, December 1st, all students and staff are invited to participate in the daily dress-up days. Let's count down to the holidays in style!
12/1 - Wear your favorite sports team gear
12/4 - Grinch Green or Rudolph Red- (wear either green or red)
12/5 - All is Merry and Plaid - (wear flannel)
12/6 - Feelin’ Frosty – (wear white, scarf, and hat)
12/7 - You’re a Mean One Mr. Grinch - (wear green or Grinch costume)
12/8 - Holiday Glow Up - (wear neon / sparkles)
12/11 - Mistle-Toes - (wear holiday socks)
12/12 - Tree Topper - (wear a holiday hat / headband)
12/13 - Comfort and Joy - (wear PJ’s)
12/14 - Sweater Weather - (wear a tacky sweater)
12/15- Slay Bells Ring, Are you Glistening? - (wear your favorite holiday outfit)
Don't miss the festive fun at Tolbert Elementary! Join us for "Cocoa, Cookies & Photos with Santa" on December 7th from 4:00 to 6:00 PM. Stay tuned for more details – it promises to be a holly, jolly time! #TolbertElementaryEvent #SaveTheDate
You're invited to Tolbert Elementary School's Literacy Night on December 7, 2023, from 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm. Join us for take-home literacy activities to support your child's learning. For details, reach out to Connie VanHouten at 706-629-4404 or cvhouten@gcbe.org.
Reading for Education Fundraiser Packets went home today. No purchase necessary to earn a prize. Send email invitations and return the packet to school with the prize code. The best part? No additional purchases are needed to raise funds for our school! Simply do your online shopping at many of your favorite retail stores using the link in the packet and a small percentage of your purchase will go to our school.
TOLBERT ELEMENTARY VETERANS DAY LUNCHEON
Tolbert Elementary is excited to honor Veterans with a special luncheon on Friday, November 10, 2023. Students and staff may invite family members who have served in the United States Armed Forces to join them for lunch in appreciation for their service.
The cafeteria will be serving turkey and stuffing with sides.
Tolbert Elementary will pay meal costs for Veterans and one Spouse/ Guest. Additional adult lunches cost $4.00 each, and we request payment in exact change. We do not accept debit or credit cards.
To ensure the safety of students, staff, and visitors, the full names of Veterans and guests must be written on the form sent home with students so we know parental permission has been granted for them to join students.
Lunch Times by Grade Level:
11:05 – Second Grade
11:15 – Kindergarten
11:25 – Fourth Grade
11:40 – Fifth Grade
11:50 – First Grade
12:00 – Pre-K
12:35 – Third Grade
Parents and Guardians,
We are delighted to announce that our annual Fall Festival will take place at the school on November 16. Here is the schedule for each grade level:
1st Grade: 8:15- 9:00
3rd Grade: 9:00- 9:45
5th Grade: 9:45- 10:30
4th Grade: 10:30- 11:15
Pre-K: 11:15- 12:00
2nd Grade: 12:30- 1:15
Kindergarten: 1:15- 2:00
We kindly encourage you to contribute candy and/or cookies for the festival. As a token of appreciation, students will receive extra dojo points for their contributions.
We also extend an invitation for you to join us on this special day and share in the joy and excitement of the festival. Your presence will undoubtedly add to the festive spirit and make this event even more memorable for our students.
*Parents and guardians must check in at the front office with a photo ID.
Thank you,
Fall Festival Committee
UPCOMING EVENTS
Red Ribbon Week is NEXT week, October 23rd-October 27th.
👻Exciting news! 👻 Boo Grams are coming to our little goblins!
👻 Boo Grams are adorable little Halloween ghosts filled with a yummy treat! 🎃🍬 They will be delivered to classrooms on October 31!
They can be purchased for only $1 each!
By purchasing a Boo Gram, you'll not only be spreading some spooky joy but also making a positive impact for our REACH students. 🤝❤️
📆 The sale will be taking place from October 23-27 in the front lobby from 7:15-7:45 or you can send in the form and money anytime between now and October 30! Look for forms to come home with students this week! 🗓️
Help us spread Halloween fun by sharing this post with your friends and family! Anyone is welcome to purchase a Boo Gram for a student or staff member! If you would like it to be a surprise, just place the form and money in an envelope or drop it by the office. We would love for every student to receive one. 👻
Thank you for your support!
Tolbert Elementary School invites you to join us for the Annual Title I Parent Meeting where we will discuss:
What are the district and school goals?
What is Title I?
What is Parent Engagement?
How can I get involved?
October 27, 2023 | 8:30 am
Tolbert Elementary School Cafeteria
All parents and families are invited to participate.
For more information contact Connie VanHouten 706-629-4404 or cvhouten@gcbe.org
Foil your dinner plans and stop by the Chipotle at 530 Highway 53 E in Calhoun for our fundraiser on Tuesday, October 17 from 4:00pm - 8:00pm. We're raising money to support Tolbert Elementary School, so just download a flyer from the picture below or mention the fundraiser at checkout and they'll donate 33% of the proceeds to our school.
Can't wait to see you!
Welcome back! I hope students, staff, and families had a restful break. There are a few reminders before we begin the second nine weeks. First, teachers submit attendance at 7:35, therefore students are expected to be in their seats at that time. Next, all parents and campus visitors must show identification to enter the building. We must adhere to this to develop consistent procedures that protect our students. We are looking forward to seeing everyone bright and early tomorrow!
Shelley Allen | Principal
Fall Break- October 9th-13th!! 🍁🍂
