Happy Holidays!

During this holiday season it is important that we take time as a school system to reflect and say thank you for the many blessings we have here in Elbert County.  We have gifted, dedicated teachers and staff who work…

Monday Minute - December 9, 2013

Monday Minute – December 9, 2013

Greetings!  This is always an exciting time of the year.  The Christmas lights and decorations are breaking out all over Elberton, as the season of goodwill gets underway.  It is a time for the family, the giving of gifts, and…

Giving Thanks and More

Giving Thanks and More

As we prepare for the Thanksgiving holidays, I pause and reflect on the many blessings that I enjoy.  Given the demands of our work, we too often get caught up in the pace of everyday life and don’t take the…

Monday Minute - November 11, 2013

Monday Minute – November 11, 2013

Today, on this Veteran’s Day, we honor those who have made Amer­ica strong and free. Veteran’s Day is observed as a federal holiday and is considered a day of celebration, to honor America’s veterans for their patriotism, love of country,…

Monday Minute - October 14, 2013

Monday Minute – October 14, 2013

Week 11 of the 2013-14 school year begins with lots of great happenings.  Pending approval of our Board of Education, we aim to soon begin Phase 2 of the construction project at Elbert County Comprehensive High School.  This phase will…

Monday Minute - September 23, 2013

Monday Minute – September 23, 2013

It is Day 30 of the 2013-14 school year and I believe we can all say that we are working harder (and hopefully smarter) than ever before. The great thing is that the results are already showing in all of…

Monday Minute - September 9, 2013

Monday Minute – September 9, 2013

Continuous School Improvement – The first month of school is behind us and our focus has moved from establishing routines and building positive classroom cultures to engaging in our core work.  I am pleased to have been able to attend…

Monday Minute – August 26, 2013

Dr. John Barge’s Back-to-School Message – Dr. John Barge released his back-to-school message on Friday, August 23. His message focuses on new Career Clusters for high school students and career awareness for all students, roll out of the Teacher and…

Monday Minute - August 19, 2013

Monday Minute – August 19, 2013

First Week of School – Congratulations to the educational teams of all Elbert County schools on a very successful first week.  It has been exciting to see our teachers and staffs creating warm, inviting environments for our students.  The classroom…

Monday Minute - August 12, 2013

Monday Minute – August 12, 2013

Today, Elbert County Schools will officially open its doors welcoming back almost 3,000 students. The beginning of a new school year always brings with it a sense of excitement and new beginning.   Through positive collaboration and open channels of…

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