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
Calling all📣Lumpkin County High School and Lumpkin County Middle School students!
Breakfast is FREE! 🌟🤩
Short on time or not very hungry early? Grab the QuickCrave breakfast snack bag to eat later! #TR1BE, #FuelingGA
✨ The December Edition of Our Virtual Parent Resource Center Is Here! ✨
Parents and families—your one-stop hub for support, resources, and school information has been freshly updated for the month! Explore everything from community resources and mental health guides to digital learning tools, attendance guidelines, Title I presentations, and more.
This month’s edition also includes:
🎄 Holiday resources and community supports
📚 Learning resources for all grade levels
📝 Parent excuse forms
🧸 Toys for Joy application
🥫 Weekend Grocery Box information
❄️ And so much more!
Take a look around and click on any link or image inside the room to explore.
➡️ Visit the Virtual Parent Resource Center: https://aptg.co/YT7KZ8
We appreciate our families and community partners for helping us create this helpful space. Let us know what you think! 💜📘
Parents and families—your one-stop hub for support, resources, and school information has been freshly updated for the month! Explore everything from community resources and mental health guides to digital learning tools, attendance guidelines, Title I presentations, and more.
This month’s edition also includes:
🎄 Holiday resources and community supports
📚 Learning resources for all grade levels
📝 Parent excuse forms
🧸 Toys for Joy application
🥫 Weekend Grocery Box information
❄️ And so much more!
Take a look around and click on any link or image inside the room to explore.
➡️ Visit the Virtual Parent Resource Center: https://aptg.co/YT7KZ8
We appreciate our families and community partners for helping us create this helpful space. Let us know what you think! 💜📘
Our 2026–2027 Lumpkin County School System calendar is HERE! 📅✨
Families and staff can now start planning ahead for next school year — including the first and last days of school, holidays, breaks, and professional learning days.
View the full 2026–2027 calendar here: https://aptg.co/MPzsc0
We appreciate our families, staff, and community for working together to make every school year a great one in Lumpkin County!
#TR1BE
Families and staff can now start planning ahead for next school year — including the first and last days of school, holidays, breaks, and professional learning days.
View the full 2026–2027 calendar here: https://aptg.co/MPzsc0
We appreciate our families, staff, and community for working together to make every school year a great one in Lumpkin County!
#TR1BE
🍁 Thanksgiving Break is Here! 🍁
We’re grateful for our amazing community—and a little extra time to relax! We’ll be on break this week, so enjoy good food, good company, and a well-deserved rest. 🦃✨
We’ll see you after the holiday!
#ThanksgivingBreak #Grateful #HolidayTime
Our LCSS school Cafés all have salad bars, 🥗 and throughout the fall we've enjoyed delicious😋and beautiful 😍 local rainbow chard, 🌈 arugula, and radishes grown at UNG Dahlonega - Vickery House by @HometownHarvestung and shared to help feed our students! Thank you 🙏 for your partnership!
#TR1BE, #FuelingGA, #FarmToSchool
🌟 Congratulations, Grace King-Cantrell! 🌟
We are thrilled to share that Grace King-Cantrell has been selected by the Georgia Department of Education to serve on a year-long Teacher Policy Fellowship!
This prestigious opportunity brings together outstanding educators from across the state to help shape instructional policy, strengthen classroom practice, and elevate the voices of teachers in Georgia. Grace’s passion, professionalism, and dedication to students make her an incredible representative for Lumpkin County Schools.
Please join us in congratulating Grace on this well-deserved honor! We are proud of you and grateful for the leadership you bring to our district. 💛🖤✨
We are thrilled to share that Grace King-Cantrell has been selected by the Georgia Department of Education to serve on a year-long Teacher Policy Fellowship!
This prestigious opportunity brings together outstanding educators from across the state to help shape instructional policy, strengthen classroom practice, and elevate the voices of teachers in Georgia. Grace’s passion, professionalism, and dedication to students make her an incredible representative for Lumpkin County Schools.
Please join us in congratulating Grace on this well-deserved honor! We are proud of you and grateful for the leadership you bring to our district. 💛🖤✨
We are proud to recognize Mr. Dewey Moye as the 2025 Lumpkin County Pioneer in Education! 🎉🍎
Pioneers in Education are those who go above and beyond each day to support our students, staff, and community — not striving to be the best in the world, but to be what is best for the world. Mr. Moye’s leadership and legacy as Past Superintendent have left a lasting impact on Lumpkin County Schools, setting a standard of excellence, service, and heart that continues to guide us forward.
Please join us in celebrating and honoring Mr. Moye for his dedication to education and for paving the way for future generations here in Lumpkin County. 💜💛 #PioneerInEducation #LumpkinProud #OnceAnIndianAlwaysAnIndian
Pioneers in Education are those who go above and beyond each day to support our students, staff, and community — not striving to be the best in the world, but to be what is best for the world. Mr. Moye’s leadership and legacy as Past Superintendent have left a lasting impact on Lumpkin County Schools, setting a standard of excellence, service, and heart that continues to guide us forward.
Please join us in celebrating and honoring Mr. Moye for his dedication to education and for paving the way for future generations here in Lumpkin County. 💜💛 #PioneerInEducation #LumpkinProud #OnceAnIndianAlwaysAnIndian
🌟 November 2025 Ideal Indians! 🌟
At this month’s Board of Education meeting, we were proud to recognize three outstanding members of our Lumpkin County Schools family as our Ideal Indians:
👏 Joseph Jones
👏 Autumn Chatham
👏 Kelly Jones
These individuals exemplify the values, dedication, and positive spirit that make Lumpkin County such a special place to learn and work. Their commitment to excellence and support for our students, staff, and community truly set them apart.
Please join us in congratulating Joseph, Autumn, and Kelly for being shining examples of what it means to be an Ideal Indian! 💛🖤✨
At this month’s Board of Education meeting, we were proud to recognize three outstanding members of our Lumpkin County Schools family as our Ideal Indians:
👏 Joseph Jones
👏 Autumn Chatham
👏 Kelly Jones
These individuals exemplify the values, dedication, and positive spirit that make Lumpkin County such a special place to learn and work. Their commitment to excellence and support for our students, staff, and community truly set them apart.
Please join us in congratulating Joseph, Autumn, and Kelly for being shining examples of what it means to be an Ideal Indian! 💛🖤✨
