📣 You’re Invited! 📣
Parents, we hope you’ll join us for our January Parent Involvement Group—a valuable opportunity to connect, learn, and gain practical tools to support your child’s success in school.
📍 Where: Student Outreach Center at LCMS
🗓 When: Wednesday, January 21 | Noon–2:00 p.m.
This month’s conversation will focus on:
✔️ Math skills your child needs for school
✔️ How parents can help with homework
✔️ Common homework challenges
✔️ Navigating the Virtual Parent Resource Center
We look forward to partnering with you and supporting our students—together.
#BetterEveryDay #FocusedForward #TR1BE
Parents, we hope you’ll join us for our January Parent Involvement Group—a valuable opportunity to connect, learn, and gain practical tools to support your child’s success in school.
📍 Where: Student Outreach Center at LCMS
🗓 When: Wednesday, January 21 | Noon–2:00 p.m.
This month’s conversation will focus on:
✔️ Math skills your child needs for school
✔️ How parents can help with homework
✔️ Common homework challenges
✔️ Navigating the Virtual Parent Resource Center
We look forward to partnering with you and supporting our students—together.
#BetterEveryDay #FocusedForward #TR1BE
🎉 Congratulations to Our January 2026 Ideal Indians! 🎉
We are proud to recognize Karen Antonia, LCMS Teacher, and Lynn White, Director of Transportation, as our Ideal Indians for January 2026.
Karen and Lynn exemplify what it means to be an Ideal Indian through their dedication, professionalism, and unwavering commitment to serving students, staff, and families. Their daily work makes a meaningful difference across our school community, and we are grateful for the leadership and heart they bring to Lumpkin County Schools.
Please join us in congratulating Karen and Lynn on this well-deserved recognition!
#TR1BE
We are proud to recognize Karen Antonia, LCMS Teacher, and Lynn White, Director of Transportation, as our Ideal Indians for January 2026.
Karen and Lynn exemplify what it means to be an Ideal Indian through their dedication, professionalism, and unwavering commitment to serving students, staff, and families. Their daily work makes a meaningful difference across our school community, and we are grateful for the leadership and heart they bring to Lumpkin County Schools.
Please join us in congratulating Karen and Lynn on this well-deserved recognition!
#TR1BE
We are proud to recognize Parks Lumber and Building Supply as our January 2026 Featured Partner in Education.
Parks Lumber and Building Supply has been a strong community partner, consistently supporting our schools, students, and staff through their generosity, service, and commitment to education. Their willingness to invest time and resources helps create meaningful opportunities and strengthens the connection between our schools and the community we serve.
We are grateful for partners like Parks Lumber and Building Supply, who truly make a difference for our students and families. Thank you for being an outstanding Partner in Education.
#TR1BE
Parks Lumber and Building Supply has been a strong community partner, consistently supporting our schools, students, and staff through their generosity, service, and commitment to education. Their willingness to invest time and resources helps create meaningful opportunities and strengthens the connection between our schools and the community we serve.
We are grateful for partners like Parks Lumber and Building Supply, who truly make a difference for our students and families. Thank you for being an outstanding Partner in Education.
#TR1BE
⚽️ PLAY SOCCER at UFA Lumpkin! ⚽️
Registration is open for the upcoming season with United Futbol Academy – Lumpkin, and we’d love to see your young athlete on the field! From Little Strikers to U14, there’s a place for players of all skill levels to learn, grow, and have fun in a positive, team-focused environment.
🗓 Register by January 20th to avoid a late fee
📱 Scan the QR code or visit mountains.unitedfa.org to sign up today.
Let’s get ready for a great season of soccer in Lumpkin County!
#TR1BE
Registration is open for the upcoming season with United Futbol Academy – Lumpkin, and we’d love to see your young athlete on the field! From Little Strikers to U14, there’s a place for players of all skill levels to learn, grow, and have fun in a positive, team-focused environment.
🗓 Register by January 20th to avoid a late fee
📱 Scan the QR code or visit mountains.unitedfa.org to sign up today.
Let’s get ready for a great season of soccer in Lumpkin County!
#TR1BE
We are proud to celebrate our school’s STAR honorees! Congratulations to STAR Student Haley Hayes and STAR Teacher Lisa Lopresti on this well-deserved recognition. Your dedication, leadership, and commitment to excellence reflect the very best of our school community. Thank you for making a difference every day.
#TR1BE
#TR1BE
Important Notice for Families
We want to make you aware that our phone lines are currently down district-wide. At this time, no incoming or outgoing calls can be placed. Additionally, internet service at Blackburn Elementary School is also down.
Our technology team and service provider are actively working to resolve the issue. Unfortunately, we do not yet have an estimated time for when service will be restored.
We appreciate your patience and understanding as we work to correct this issue as quickly as possible.
We want to make you aware that our phone lines are currently down district-wide. At this time, no incoming or outgoing calls can be placed. Additionally, internet service at Blackburn Elementary School is also down.
Our technology team and service provider are actively working to resolve the issue. Unfortunately, we do not yet have an estimated time for when service will be restored.
We appreciate your patience and understanding as we work to correct this issue as quickly as possible.
Parents and families are invited to attend a Federal Programs Stakeholder Meeting at their child’s school. These meetings provide an opportunity for parents to share input on important documents that guide how we support students and families, including the Parent and Family Engagement Policy, School–Parent Compact, and Title I Schoolwide Plan.
Meeting Schedule – January 15
LBES: 8:00–9:00 a.m.
BES: 9:30–10:30 a.m.
LCMS: 11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
*Meeting at Cottrell Elementary will be held at a later date in February 2026.
Your feedback is an important part of the Title I planning process and helps ensure our programs reflect the needs of our students and families. We encourage all parents to attend and be part of the conversation.
#TR1BE
Meeting Schedule – January 15
LBES: 8:00–9:00 a.m.
BES: 9:30–10:30 a.m.
LCMS: 11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
*Meeting at Cottrell Elementary will be held at a later date in February 2026.
Your feedback is an important part of the Title I planning process and helps ensure our programs reflect the needs of our students and families. We encourage all parents to attend and be part of the conversation.
#TR1BE
🚌 Now Hiring: Substitute Bus Drivers 🚌
Lumpkin County Schools is looking for dependable substitute bus drivers to help transport our students safely to and from school. This is a great opportunity to support our schools, serve your community, and enjoy a flexible schedule.
Why consider driving a school bus?
• Competitive pay
• Flexible hours
• Training provided
• Make a difference for our students every day
If you or someone you know is interested, apply today and join the Lumpkin County Schools team.
👉 Apply here: www.lumpkinschools.com/jobopenings
#NowHiring #SubstituteBusDrivers #JoinTheTribe #LumpkinCountySchools
Lumpkin County Schools is looking for dependable substitute bus drivers to help transport our students safely to and from school. This is a great opportunity to support our schools, serve your community, and enjoy a flexible schedule.
Why consider driving a school bus?
• Competitive pay
• Flexible hours
• Training provided
• Make a difference for our students every day
If you or someone you know is interested, apply today and join the Lumpkin County Schools team.
👉 Apply here: www.lumpkinschools.com/jobopenings
#NowHiring #SubstituteBusDrivers #JoinTheTribe #LumpkinCountySchools
Welcome back, Lumpkin County students and families. We are excited to kick off the spring semester and look forward to a season of learning, growth, and success across our schools.
To support families this semester, we invite you to explore the latest edition of our Virtual Parent Resource Center (https://aptg.co/YT7KZ8), now available and updated with helpful tools and information for home and school success, including:
• Make Mathematics Count, GA – a special series designed to help parents understand expectations for teaching and learning mathematics
• Varsity Tutors – information for families on free academic support resources
• Parent ProTech – guidance to help families navigate digital safety and technology use
• Fire Safety Information – important tips and resources to keep families safe
• Weekend Food Application (BPB) – information on accessing weekend nutrition support for students
We encourage all families to take advantage of these resources as we partner together to support every student, every day. Here’s to a strong and successful spring semester!
🎄✨ Merry Christmas & Happy New Year from Lumpkin County Schools! ✨🎄
As we head into Christmas Break, we wish our students, staff, and families a joyful holiday season filled with rest, celebration, and time together.
📅 Important Reminder:
Students will be released at 11:30 a.m. tomorrow (12/19).
Classes resume on Monday, January 5, as we kick off the spring semester.
Thank you for a wonderful first half of the school year. We look forward to welcoming everyone back in the new year refreshed and ready to learn! 💜💛
As we head into Christmas Break, we wish our students, staff, and families a joyful holiday season filled with rest, celebration, and time together.
📅 Important Reminder:
Students will be released at 11:30 a.m. tomorrow (12/19).
Classes resume on Monday, January 5, as we kick off the spring semester.
Thank you for a wonderful first half of the school year. We look forward to welcoming everyone back in the new year refreshed and ready to learn! 💜💛
Congratulations to Junior Lily Johnson on winning Reserve Champion at the Eastern Brahman Breeders Association Christmas Classic held at Clemson Agriculture Center earlier this month!
#TR1BE
⏰ Early Release Reminder! ⏰
Friday, December 19 is an Early Release Day for all Lumpkin County Schools! We will officially wrap up the fall semester with dismissal at 11:30 AM for all students.
Please plan accordingly for transportation and afternoon arrangements as we head into the holiday break. Thank you for a great semester—we wish our students, staff, and families a restful and joyful break!
💜💛 #TR1BE #EarlyRelease #FinishStrong
Friday, December 19 is an Early Release Day for all Lumpkin County Schools! We will officially wrap up the fall semester with dismissal at 11:30 AM for all students.
Please plan accordingly for transportation and afternoon arrangements as we head into the holiday break. Thank you for a great semester—we wish our students, staff, and families a restful and joyful break!
💜💛 #TR1BE #EarlyRelease #FinishStrong
🚵♂️✨ Calling all young adventurers! ✨🚵♀️
We’re excited to share a brand-new opportunity for Lumpkin County students — Trail Rangers, a Youth Mountain Bike Development Program for students in 2nd–5th grade!
No tryouts, no pressure — just fun, confidence-building riding and the chance to explore the outdoors with friends. 🌿💪
🗓 Practice begins in March and runs through May
📍 Includes four Saturday Expeditions in April and May
🚴♂️ Open to ALL students (public, private, or homeschool) who can ride a bike without training wheels
Whether your child is new to biking or already loves hitting the trails, Trail Rangers is designed to help them learn skills, build friendships, and have FUN on two wheels!
📩 Want to join? Email: lctrailrangers@gmail.com
🔗 More info: www.trailrangers.org
Let’s get outside, explore, and ride together! 💛💜
#LumpkinCounty #TrailRangers #YouthCycling #GetOutside #MountainBiking #PlayAndConnect
We’re excited to share a brand-new opportunity for Lumpkin County students — Trail Rangers, a Youth Mountain Bike Development Program for students in 2nd–5th grade!
No tryouts, no pressure — just fun, confidence-building riding and the chance to explore the outdoors with friends. 🌿💪
🗓 Practice begins in March and runs through May
📍 Includes four Saturday Expeditions in April and May
🚴♂️ Open to ALL students (public, private, or homeschool) who can ride a bike without training wheels
Whether your child is new to biking or already loves hitting the trails, Trail Rangers is designed to help them learn skills, build friendships, and have FUN on two wheels!
📩 Want to join? Email: lctrailrangers@gmail.com
🔗 More info: www.trailrangers.org
Let’s get outside, explore, and ride together! 💛💜
#LumpkinCounty #TrailRangers #YouthCycling #GetOutside #MountainBiking #PlayAndConnect
💜💛 Congratulations, Radford Windham! 💛💜
We are proud to celebrate Radford Windham for being selected as an Ideal Indian and recognized at this week’s Board of Education meeting! 🎉👏
Radford consistently demonstrates kindness, leadership, integrity, and a strong commitment to excellence — both in the classroom and throughout our school community. His actions reflect the values we hold high in Lumpkin County: character, service, and making a positive difference.
Radford, thank you for representing the best of what it means to be part of the TR1BE. We are so proud of you!
Drop a congratulatory message below! ⬇️🙌
#IdealIndian #TribePride #DifferenceMaker #WeAreLCSS #LeadershipInAction
We are proud to celebrate Radford Windham for being selected as an Ideal Indian and recognized at this week’s Board of Education meeting! 🎉👏
Radford consistently demonstrates kindness, leadership, integrity, and a strong commitment to excellence — both in the classroom and throughout our school community. His actions reflect the values we hold high in Lumpkin County: character, service, and making a positive difference.
Radford, thank you for representing the best of what it means to be part of the TR1BE. We are so proud of you!
Drop a congratulatory message below! ⬇️🙌
#IdealIndian #TribePride #DifferenceMaker #WeAreLCSS #LeadershipInAction
💜💛 Partner in Education Spotlight! 💛💜
We are proud to recognize Breaux & Associates as our Featured Partner in Education for December! 🎉
Breaux & Associates has played an important role in supporting our students, staff, and schools through meaningful collaboration, innovation, and generosity. Their commitment to education and our community embodies what it means to invest in the future of Lumpkin County.
From sharing expertise to supporting school initiatives, Breaux & Associates continues to be a true Difference Maker — helping us create opportunities and strengthen learning across the district.
Please help us say THANK YOU for their partnership and dedication to our Tribe! 🙌
#PartnerInEducation #DifferenceMakers #TribePride #CommunityStrong #WeAreLCSS
We are proud to recognize Breaux & Associates as our Featured Partner in Education for December! 🎉
Breaux & Associates has played an important role in supporting our students, staff, and schools through meaningful collaboration, innovation, and generosity. Their commitment to education and our community embodies what it means to invest in the future of Lumpkin County.
From sharing expertise to supporting school initiatives, Breaux & Associates continues to be a true Difference Maker — helping us create opportunities and strengthen learning across the district.
Please help us say THANK YOU for their partnership and dedication to our Tribe! 🙌
#PartnerInEducation #DifferenceMakers #TribePride #CommunityStrong #WeAreLCSS
🏆 Celebrating Excellence in the Tribe! 🏆
Last night at our Board of Education meeting, we had the honor of recognizing two incredible groups of student-athletes who continue to make Lumpkin County proud — on and off the field.
🥎 Our Region Championship Lady Indians Softball Team was celebrated for an outstanding season, grit, teamwork, and leadership. Congratulations on your well-earned title and for representing Lumpkin County with strength and class!
🏃♂️✨ We also recognized our Lumpkin County High School Boys Cross Country Team, who finished 3rd in the STATE! Their dedication, discipline, and heart have taken them far — and we know this is just the beginning.
These athletes continue to remind us what it means to be a Difference Maker and to always Leave the Tribe Better Than You Found It. 💜💛
Help us congratulate them in the comments below! ⬇️👏
#TribePride #LCHS #DifferenceMakers #RegionChamps #StateElite #WeAreLCSS
Last night at our Board of Education meeting, we had the honor of recognizing two incredible groups of student-athletes who continue to make Lumpkin County proud — on and off the field.
🥎 Our Region Championship Lady Indians Softball Team was celebrated for an outstanding season, grit, teamwork, and leadership. Congratulations on your well-earned title and for representing Lumpkin County with strength and class!
🏃♂️✨ We also recognized our Lumpkin County High School Boys Cross Country Team, who finished 3rd in the STATE! Their dedication, discipline, and heart have taken them far — and we know this is just the beginning.
These athletes continue to remind us what it means to be a Difference Maker and to always Leave the Tribe Better Than You Found It. 💜💛
Help us congratulate them in the comments below! ⬇️👏
#TribePride #LCHS #DifferenceMakers #RegionChamps #StateElite #WeAreLCSS
🎄✨ Candy Cane Kids Day is coming to Dahlonega! ✨🍬
Bring the whole family out for a magical afternoon filled with Christmas joy, old-fashioned fun, and sweet memories that will last a lifetime! ❤️
👧🎅 Candy Cane Kids Day
📅 Saturday, December 21st
⏰ 2:00–4:00 PM
📍 Hancock Park, Dahlonega, GA
💰 Cost: FREE — our gift to you!
Hosted by Dahlonega Christmas and our Old-Fashioned Christmas family, we can’t wait to celebrate the wonder of the season with YOU! 🎁✨
❄️ Mark your calendars and share with friends — let’s make this a Christmas to remember! 🎉
#DahlonegaChristmas #CandyCaneKidsDay #OldFashionedChristmas #FamilyFun #MerryChristmas
Bring the whole family out for a magical afternoon filled with Christmas joy, old-fashioned fun, and sweet memories that will last a lifetime! ❤️
👧🎅 Candy Cane Kids Day
📅 Saturday, December 21st
⏰ 2:00–4:00 PM
📍 Hancock Park, Dahlonega, GA
💰 Cost: FREE — our gift to you!
Hosted by Dahlonega Christmas and our Old-Fashioned Christmas family, we can’t wait to celebrate the wonder of the season with YOU! 🎁✨
❄️ Mark your calendars and share with friends — let’s make this a Christmas to remember! 🎉
#DahlonegaChristmas #CandyCaneKidsDay #OldFashionedChristmas #FamilyFun #MerryChristmas
🎄❄️ Join Us for Our December Parent Group! ❄️🎄
Lumpkin County Schools invites all families to our December Parent Group on Wednesday, December 10, 2025, from 12–2 PM at the Student Outreach Center at LCMS.
This month’s gathering will be full of holiday cheer and practical tips to support your child’s learning! 🎁✨
📝 Topics Include:
✔️ Explore Everyday Learning
✔️ Encourage Your Child to Write
✔️ Making Math Fun
✔️ Fire Safety During the Holidays
Plus, we’ll enjoy hands-on holiday crafts, create a Christmas countdown treat, and share fun ideas to boost your child’s academic success at home! 🎨🎅
📍 Location: Enter through the loading dock to the right of the school’s main entrance.
📧 Questions? Contact Sabine Brashier at sabine.brashier@lumpkinschools.com
or 706-864-6189 ext. 41256.
We hope to see you there—let’s learn, create, and celebrate together! 🌟
Lumpkin County Schools invites all families to our December Parent Group on Wednesday, December 10, 2025, from 12–2 PM at the Student Outreach Center at LCMS.
This month’s gathering will be full of holiday cheer and practical tips to support your child’s learning! 🎁✨
📝 Topics Include:
✔️ Explore Everyday Learning
✔️ Encourage Your Child to Write
✔️ Making Math Fun
✔️ Fire Safety During the Holidays
Plus, we’ll enjoy hands-on holiday crafts, create a Christmas countdown treat, and share fun ideas to boost your child’s academic success at home! 🎨🎅
📍 Location: Enter through the loading dock to the right of the school’s main entrance.
📧 Questions? Contact Sabine Brashier at sabine.brashier@lumpkinschools.com
or 706-864-6189 ext. 41256.
We hope to see you there—let’s learn, create, and celebrate together! 🌟
✨ Congratulations to The Dahlonega Nugget! ✨
We are proud to celebrate our hometown newspaper for receiving The Beacon Award from the Georgia School Boards Association — a recognition reserved for media partners who demonstrate exceptional dedication to public education and community storytelling.
The Dahlonega Nugget continues to shine a light on the achievements, growth, and spirit of Lumpkin County Schools and our community. Their commitment to accurate reporting, uplifting stories, and responsible journalism embodies what it means to serve with purpose.
🏆 Thank you, Dahlonega Nugget, for being a valued partner in education and for helping us tell the Lumpkin County story with pride! 💜💛
#BeaconAward #GSBA #CommunityPartners #LumpkinCountySchools #WeAreTheTr1be
We are proud to celebrate our hometown newspaper for receiving The Beacon Award from the Georgia School Boards Association — a recognition reserved for media partners who demonstrate exceptional dedication to public education and community storytelling.
The Dahlonega Nugget continues to shine a light on the achievements, growth, and spirit of Lumpkin County Schools and our community. Their commitment to accurate reporting, uplifting stories, and responsible journalism embodies what it means to serve with purpose.
🏆 Thank you, Dahlonega Nugget, for being a valued partner in education and for helping us tell the Lumpkin County story with pride! 💜💛
#BeaconAward #GSBA #CommunityPartners #LumpkinCountySchools #WeAreTheTr1be
🎉 Celebrating Our REACH Scholars – Class of 2030! 🎉
Please join us in congratulating our outstanding REACH Georgia Scholars from the Class of 2030:
✨ Mattie B. Flynn
✨ Natalia Garay
✨ Kaleb A. Lewis
✨ Ethan S. Priest
These incredible students have demonstrated perseverance, academic excellence, and leadership—and have earned a scholarship that will support their future college and career dreams. We are so proud of their hard work and commitment!
💛💜 Congratulations to our REACH Scholars! Your future is bright, and the entire Lumpkin County community is cheering you on. #ReachGA #LumpkinPride #ClassOf2030 #WeAreLCSS
Please join us in congratulating our outstanding REACH Georgia Scholars from the Class of 2030:
✨ Mattie B. Flynn
✨ Natalia Garay
✨ Kaleb A. Lewis
✨ Ethan S. Priest
These incredible students have demonstrated perseverance, academic excellence, and leadership—and have earned a scholarship that will support their future college and career dreams. We are so proud of their hard work and commitment!
💛💜 Congratulations to our REACH Scholars! Your future is bright, and the entire Lumpkin County community is cheering you on. #ReachGA #LumpkinPride #ClassOf2030 #WeAreLCSS
