Lumpkin County Schools

🎓 Help Us Celebrate the LCHS Class of 2026! 💜

We’re excited to honor our seniors through our Senior Letter Celebration, and we need your help to make it meaningful!

Take a moment to write a personal note of encouragement, congratulations, or appreciation to a graduating senior. Whether you’re a family member, friend, teacher, or community member—your words can make a lasting impact. 💌

📬 Ways to participate:
• Drop off letters at the LCHS Front Office
• Mail letters to the school
• Send a digital postcard using the link in the graphic
• Email your letters to be printed for you

🗓 Deadline: Monday, May 11

Let’s come together to show our seniors how proud we are of them as they prepare for graduation! 🎉

#LCHS #ClassOf2026 #SeniorCelebration #CommunitySupport

💜 Purple Up in April, Dahlonega! 💜

April is the Month of the Military Child—a time to honor the strength, resilience, and sacrifices of our military-connected students and families.

These incredible children serve too, navigating moves, deployments, and change with courage beyond their years. 💪

Join us in wearing purple this month to show your support and appreciation for our military kids. Purple represents all branches of the military, united together.

💜 We see you.
💜 We appreciate you.
💜 Thank you, military children, for your strength.

#PurpleUp #MonthOfTheMilitaryChild #Dahlonega #MilitaryKids #SupportOurTroops #CommunityStrong

🌸 One More Wake-Up… Then Spring Break! 🌸

Attention LC Community!

Lumpkin County Schools will be closed for Spring Break for students and staff beginning Monday, April 6 through Friday, April 10, 2026.

📚 Classes will resume on Monday, April 13, 2026.

We hope everyone enjoys a well-deserved break filled with rest, fun, and time with family and friends! ☀️

Enjoy your Spring Break, Tribe! 💜

#SpringBreak #LCSS #EnjoyTheBreak #Recharge #TribeStrong

🚨 Event Update 🚨

We regret to share that the Community Wide Yard Sale (FCCLA & FFA Fundraiser) scheduled for April 18th has been cancelled.

We appreciate the support from our community, families, and students who were looking forward to this event. While we’re disappointed, we are grateful for your continued encouragement of our FCCLA and FFA programs.

Please stay tuned for future opportunities to support our students—we look forward to seeing you at upcoming events!

Thank you for your understanding. 💙

🌸 April 2026 Parent Resource Center Update 🌸

We’re excited to share this month’s highlights to support our families and students!

📌 In this edition:
✨ Kindergarten Registration Information
🥫 Community Helping Place Summer Food Program
🏕️ Summer Camps Opportunities
📚 Varsity Tutors – Support & Resources for Families

Be sure to check out all the resources available to help your child succeed this spring and beyond! 🌟

📲 Scan the QR code or visit the Parent Resource Center (https://aptg.co/YT7KZ8) to learn more!

#ParentResources #FamilySupport #StudentSuccess #CommunityConnections

A proud day at the Georgia State Capitol! 🇺🇸

Honored to join Governor Brian Kemp, First Lady Marty Kemp, and Representative Will Wade in recognizing our LC Girls Wrestling Team as State Champions. These young ladies have shown incredible determination, discipline, and heart—representing our community at the highest level.

Moments like this remind us what’s possible through hard work and teamwork. Congratulations again to our champions—we couldn’t be more proud! 💪🏆

🌟 COMMUNITY-WIDE YARD SALE 🌟

Get ready to shop, snack, and support a great cause! 🛍️

Join us on April 18th for a HUGE yard sale hosted by FCCLA & FFA students. You’ll find everything from clothes and furniture to toys and home décor—all in one place!

✨ What to expect:
✔️ Multiple sellers (teachers & families!)
✔️ Delicious food & drinks available
✔️ Early Bird Shopping (8–9 AM) for just $5
✔️ FREE entry starting at 9 AM

📍 Location: Lumpkin County Board of Education
📍 56 Indian Dr, Dahlonega, GA

💙 All proceeds go directly to support our FCCLA & FFA students—come out and make a difference while finding some amazing deals!

⚠️ Reminder: Cash only (no card payments available)

Grab your friends, bring your cash, and come treasure hunting with us! 🧺✨

📣 You’re Invited!

Our March Parent Involvement Group is coming up, and we would love to see you there!

🗓 Wednesday, March 18
⏰ Noon – 2:00 PM
📍 Student Outreach Center at LCMS
(Please enter through the loading dock to the right of the main entrance.)

This month’s topics include:
• Attending school events & sharing your skills
• Building strong relationships with your child’s teacher
• Two-way communication strategies
• Navigating the Virtual Parent Resource Center

Parent voice matters, and your partnership makes a difference. Join us as we work together to support our students and strengthen our school community.

#BetterEveryDay #FocusedForward #TR1BE

Meet and Greet: Coach Daniel McCrary Wednesday, March 18, 2026 5:30 PM in LCHS Seminar Room

Congratulations to our Ideal Indians for March 2026! You each make Lumpkin County a better place to work, learn, and thrive, and we appreciate your dedication to the students and staff of Lumpkin County Schools.

(From L to R: Superintendent Sharon Head, SPED Director Dr. Katie Lowry, Lead Social Worker Joni McElwaney, Parent Involvement Specialist Sabine Brashier, Director of Accountability Jane Mullinax, BES Bus DriverTammy Gaddis, and Transportation Director Lynn White)

#TR1BE

We are proud to celebrate our SkillsUSA chapter for being named a Gold Chapter of Excellence this year! 🏆 This outstanding achievement reflects the dedication, leadership, and hard work of our students and their incredible adviser, Amy Lincoln, whose commitment continues to elevate our program to the highest level.

We also want to recognize two exceptional state competitors:

🥇 Gio Bustamante – State Champion in Collision Repair Technology
🥈 Bailey Blount – State Runner-Up in Motorcycle Service Technology

These accomplishments showcase the talent, determination, and career-ready skills our students bring to the industry. Congratulations to our entire SkillsUSA team for representing us with excellence!

#TR1BE

Congratulations to Long Branch Elementary School for earning the Ready Georgia Seal of Preparedness! This distinction reflects the school’s strong commitment to safety, emergency planning, and preparedness education.

Through staff training, student awareness, and comprehensive emergency protocols, Long Branch Elementary has demonstrated a proactive approach to ensuring a safe and secure learning environment. This recognition is a testament to the leadership, staff, and students who work diligently to make preparedness a priority every day.

#TR1BE

Back-to-Back State Champions! 🏆🔥

For the second year in a row, our Girls Wrestling Team has claimed the State Championship title — and we couldn’t be more proud! This team continues to raise the bar, proving that hard work, determination, and heart lead to greatness.

A special shout out to our individual State Champions, Greta Garbuzovas and Faith Jones! Your grit, focus, and relentless drive set the standard for excellence and inspire everyone in our school community.

Congratulations to our athletes, coaches, and families on an incredible season. This is what championship culture looks like! 💪💙

#BackToBackChampions #StateChampions #GirlsWrestling #ChampionshipMindset

It is truly an honor to recognize the Dahlonega Sunrise Rotary as our Featured Partner in Education for March 2026.

We chose to celebrate Dahlonega Sunrise Rotary for three very important reasons.

First, their commitment to celebrating student character and service is remarkable. Each month, they recognize one student from Lumpkin County Middle School and one from Lumpkin County High School as the Service Above Self Student of the Month. These students, along with their parents, are invited to a Rotary meeting where they are honored with a certificate and a monetary award. By doing this, Rotary is not only recognizing achievement, but reinforcing the values of leadership, service, and integrity in our young people.

Second, their investment in our district-wide R3 Day this fall demonstrated their deep commitment to student success. Through a generous $10,000 donation, they helped make possible a day focused on reading for our 2nd graders, resilience for our 8th graders, and real-world readiness for our 12th graders. With over 100 volunteers supporting the day — many of whom were Rotarians — their impact was both financial and hands-on. They didn’t just fund the work; they showed up for our students.

And finally, Dahlonega Sunrise Rotary continues to change lives through the thousands of dollars in scholarships they award to graduating seniors each year. Their investment in our students extends beyond high school and into their futures.

For their unwavering support, their generosity, and their belief in the potential of every student in Lumpkin County, we are proud to recognize Dahlonega Sunrise Rotary as our Featured Partner in Education for March 2026.

This week, we proudly celebrate School Board Appreciation Week and the five dedicated leaders who serve our students, staff, and community with vision and integrity.

Our Board members volunteer countless hours to ensure every decision is guided by what’s best for kids. Their leadership, thoughtful governance, and commitment to excellence help shape the future of our district each and every day.

Please join us in thanking these outstanding public servants for their service and unwavering support of our schools. 💙

Chairman: Bobby Self
Vice Chairman: Lynn Sylvester
District 3: Phillip Mull
District 2: Craig Poore
District 1: Mera Turner

#SchoolBoardAppreciationWeek #ThankYouSchoolBoard #PublicEducation

It's a new month so we have a new Parent Resource Center (https://aptg.co/YT7KZ8)!

In this edition:
~ Managing Academic Anxiety
~ FREE E-Books and Audiobooks for Children Information
~ Kindergarten Registration Information
~ Varsity Tutors / Information for Families
~ Parent ProTech Information
~ Weekend Food Application (BPB)

#TR1BE

This week, we proudly celebrate School Social Worker Week and recognize the incredible impact of our two outstanding social workers, Joni McElwaney and Michelle Pisarik.

Joni and Michelle are champions for our students each and every day. They provide compassion, guidance, advocacy, and unwavering support—helping students navigate challenges, build resilience, and thrive both academically and emotionally. Their work often happens behind the scenes, but its impact is felt throughout our entire school community.

Because of Joni and Michelle, our students feel heard, supported, and empowered. Our schools are stronger, kinder, and more connected because of their dedication.

Please join us in thanking Joni and Michelle for the vital difference they make in the lives of our students and families. We are grateful for you today and every day! 💙

#SchoolSocialWorkerWeek #StudentSupport #ThankYou #TR1BE

Superintendent Head, Program Directors, and School Principals welcomed our local Real Estate Professionals to a breakfast and program at Cottrell Elementary this morning! We appreciate our partnership with local Realtors! #TR1BE