Lumpkin County Schools was recognized on the state stage this week for our Certified Teacher Induction Program. Accepting this award on behalf of the system was Assistant Superintendent Kerri Whitmire. We were one of only 6 district recognized in the entire state!
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LC was well-represented at the GaDOE Curriculum Leaders Conference this week as we had two presenters featured at this event in Athens, Georgia. Thank you to Assistant Superintendent Kerri Whitmire and Computer Science Teacher Jansen Haight for sharing their knowledge and expertise with leaders across the state of Georgia!
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🍁 Fall Break is almost here! 🍁
No school Monday–Friday, Sept 29–Oct 3.
Students and teachers return Monday, October 6.
Enjoy the time to rest, read, and recharge—we’ll see you back on 10/6 ready to learn! 📚✨
#LumpkinPride #FallBreak #TR1BE
No school Monday–Friday, Sept 29–Oct 3.
Students and teachers return Monday, October 6.
Enjoy the time to rest, read, and recharge—we’ll see you back on 10/6 ready to learn! 📚✨
#LumpkinPride #FallBreak #TR1BE
A big thank you to the @ungwsoccer players for spreading positivity this morning at Cottrell Elementary! 🙌⚽️ They greeted our students with smiles and helped open car doors to kick off the day. We’re grateful for their partnership and support of our TR1BE! #LumpkinPride #UNGWSoccer
Parents & caregivers—join us for our September Parent Group this week!
🗓 Wednesday, Sept. 17
🕛 12:00–2:00 PM
📍 Student Outreach Center at LCMS
Enter through the loading dock to the right of the school’s main entrance.
Featuring a special presentation by the LCSS Federal Programs Director on:
• What Title I is & how it supports your child
• Your rights to be involved + School–Parent Compact reviews
We’ll also talk about:
• Navigating the Georgia Standards of Excellence
• Attendance in the early grades (and why it matters!)
• Resources to support academic success
All LCSS families are welcome—see you there!
#BetterEveryDay #FocusedForward #TR1BE
🗓 Wednesday, Sept. 17
🕛 12:00–2:00 PM
📍 Student Outreach Center at LCMS
Enter through the loading dock to the right of the school’s main entrance.
Featuring a special presentation by the LCSS Federal Programs Director on:
• What Title I is & how it supports your child
• Your rights to be involved + School–Parent Compact reviews
We’ll also talk about:
• Navigating the Georgia Standards of Excellence
• Attendance in the early grades (and why it matters!)
• Resources to support academic success
All LCSS families are welcome—see you there!
#BetterEveryDay #FocusedForward #TR1BE
🌟 Monday evening, we recognized ValuTeachers as a Partner in Education! Jimmy and Cherri LeBlanc have supported our employees with retirement planning while also sponsoring events and initiatives that benefit our schools and students. We are grateful for their partnership with Lumpkin County Schools! 💜
#LumpkinPride #TR1BE
#LumpkinPride #TR1BE
🚍💛 Heroes Among Us!
We are incredibly proud to recognize Bus Driver Clay Wimpy and LCHS/LCMS students Luke Ball and Jake Hendrix for their quick thinking and bravery that saved the life of a 72-year-old man trapped beneath his lawnmower.
At Monday's Board of Education meeting, Transportation Director Lynn White presented them with the Lumpkin County Schools Good Samaritan Award for their selfless actions.
Thank you, Clay, Luke, and Jake, for showing what it means to be part of the Lumpkin County family—where courage, compassion, and community shine bright! 🌟💜🧡
#LumpkinPride #GoodSamaritan #LCSSHeroes
We are incredibly proud to recognize Bus Driver Clay Wimpy and LCHS/LCMS students Luke Ball and Jake Hendrix for their quick thinking and bravery that saved the life of a 72-year-old man trapped beneath his lawnmower.
At Monday's Board of Education meeting, Transportation Director Lynn White presented them with the Lumpkin County Schools Good Samaritan Award for their selfless actions.
Thank you, Clay, Luke, and Jake, for showing what it means to be part of the Lumpkin County family—where courage, compassion, and community shine bright! 🌟💜🧡
#LumpkinPride #GoodSamaritan #LCSSHeroes
Congratulations to our Ideal Indians for September 2025!
Kyle Trammell, Technology Specialist
Sierra Gerrells, 6th Grade Teacher
Jennifer Moss, Chief Academic Officer
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Kyle Trammell, Technology Specialist
Sierra Gerrells, 6th Grade Teacher
Jennifer Moss, Chief Academic Officer
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🎉✨ Teacher of the Year Spotlight ✨🎉
Please join us in congratulating all of our Teachers of the Year across Lumpkin County Schools! Your passion, creativity, and dedication make a difference every single day for our students. 🍎💜
A special round of applause for our District Teacher of the Year, Mr. Wes Adams—announced last night at the BOE meeting! 👏👏 Mr. Adams exemplifies excellence in teaching and leadership, and we are so proud to have him represent Lumpkin County.
Thank you to all our incredible educators—your impact is immeasurable.
(L to R): Melanie Charles (BES), Ami Young (LBES), Samantha Cochenour (CES), Aaron Hopper (LCHS), Wes Adams (LCMS)
#LumpkinPride #TeacherOfTheYear #WeAreTheTr1be
Please join us in congratulating all of our Teachers of the Year across Lumpkin County Schools! Your passion, creativity, and dedication make a difference every single day for our students. 🍎💜
A special round of applause for our District Teacher of the Year, Mr. Wes Adams—announced last night at the BOE meeting! 👏👏 Mr. Adams exemplifies excellence in teaching and leadership, and we are so proud to have him represent Lumpkin County.
Thank you to all our incredible educators—your impact is immeasurable.
(L to R): Melanie Charles (BES), Ami Young (LBES), Samantha Cochenour (CES), Aaron Hopper (LCHS), Wes Adams (LCMS)
#LumpkinPride #TeacherOfTheYear #WeAreTheTr1be
🚴♂️💜🧡 Huge congratulations to the Lumpkin County Mountain Bike Team on bringing home 1st place in the Georgia Cycling Mountain Bike East Conference this past weekend in Milledgeville! 🏆
Your hard work, dedication, and team spirit truly make Lumpkin County proud. Way to ride strong and represent the TR1BE! 👏🔥
#LumpkinPride #MTB #Tr1beStrong
Your hard work, dedication, and team spirit truly make Lumpkin County proud. Way to ride strong and represent the TR1BE! 👏🔥
#LumpkinPride #MTB #Tr1beStrong
We almost let this week get by without thanking our Bookkeepers and Payroll Professionals for a job well done! We appreciate each of you and what you do for your schools and the district.
Chief Financial Officer: Dr. Whittney McPherson
Assistant Finance Director: Amanda Walker
Accountant: Christy Jenkins
LCHS Bookkeeper: Mindy Free
LCMS Bookkeeper: Marilyn Bartils
BES Bookkeeper: Virginia Bryan
CES Bookkeeper: Deana Butler
LBES Bookkeeper: Cindy Pfrogner
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Chief Financial Officer: Dr. Whittney McPherson
Assistant Finance Director: Amanda Walker
Accountant: Christy Jenkins
LCHS Bookkeeper: Mindy Free
LCMS Bookkeeper: Marilyn Bartils
BES Bookkeeper: Virginia Bryan
CES Bookkeeper: Deana Butler
LBES Bookkeeper: Cindy Pfrogner
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📣 Parents, you’re invited!
Join us for the LCSS Parent Involvement Workshop and learn how Parent ProTech can help you and our community safely navigate technology. 💻✨
📅 Wednesday, September 10, 2025
🕐 1:00–2:00 PM
📍 LCMS Student Outreach Center
(Enter through the loading dock to the right of the main entrance)
✅ Learn how to access the family resource platform
✅ Sign up for this FREE service
✅ Gain tools to keep your family safe online
Questions? Contact sabine.brashier@lumpkinschools.com
#BetterEveryDay #FocusedForward #TR1BE
Join us for the LCSS Parent Involvement Workshop and learn how Parent ProTech can help you and our community safely navigate technology. 💻✨
📅 Wednesday, September 10, 2025
🕐 1:00–2:00 PM
📍 LCMS Student Outreach Center
(Enter through the loading dock to the right of the main entrance)
✅ Learn how to access the family resource platform
✅ Sign up for this FREE service
✅ Gain tools to keep your family safe online
Questions? Contact sabine.brashier@lumpkinschools.com
#BetterEveryDay #FocusedForward #TR1BE
💉 School-Based Flu Clinic Coming Soon!
The Lumpkin County Health Department will be hosting flu clinics at our schools to help keep our students healthy this season.
📌 Reminder: Consent forms must be submitted by next Monday (9/8) in order for your child to participate.
Let’s work together to keep our schools healthy and thriving this fall! 🍂💜💛
#LumpkinPride #HealthyTR1BE
The Lumpkin County Health Department will be hosting flu clinics at our schools to help keep our students healthy this season.
📌 Reminder: Consent forms must be submitted by next Monday (9/8) in order for your child to participate.
Let’s work together to keep our schools healthy and thriving this fall! 🍂💜💛
#LumpkinPride #HealthyTR1BE
We welcomed September this week, and that means it's time for an updated Parent Resource Center (https://5il.co/lj8l).
In this edition:
~ Parent ProTech information
~ Varsity Tutors information
~ LCSS Parent Excuse Google Forms ~ for all Schools
~ Backpack Buddies / weekend meals application
~ Student Outreach Center information
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In this edition:
~ Parent ProTech information
~ Varsity Tutors information
~ LCSS Parent Excuse Google Forms ~ for all Schools
~ Backpack Buddies / weekend meals application
~ Student Outreach Center information
#TR1BE
🚦 The Road to Success Starts with GOOD Attendance!
Every day matters! Missing just 2 days per month can lead to chronic absenteeism and lost learning time.
✅ Fewer than 9 days missed: Great job—keep it up!
⚠️ 10–17 days missed: We can help! Contact your school for support.
🚨 18+ days missed: This is chronic absenteeism—don’t let your child fall behind.
Let’s work together for GREAT attendance this year!
#EveryDayCounts #AttendanceMatters #LumpkinPride
Every day matters! Missing just 2 days per month can lead to chronic absenteeism and lost learning time.
✅ Fewer than 9 days missed: Great job—keep it up!
⚠️ 10–17 days missed: We can help! Contact your school for support.
🚨 18+ days missed: This is chronic absenteeism—don’t let your child fall behind.
Let’s work together for GREAT attendance this year!
#EveryDayCounts #AttendanceMatters #LumpkinPride
✨ Tribe Wellness Spotlight ✨
What an incredible afternoon of creativity and connection! Our lanyard-making course brought together #TR1BE members for a fun and relaxing time of fellowship. A huge thank you to Heather Rairigh for leading this engaging and hands-on session — your guidance made it a memorable experience for all!
#TribeWellness #CommunityStrong #FellowshipAndFun
What an incredible afternoon of creativity and connection! Our lanyard-making course brought together #TR1BE members for a fun and relaxing time of fellowship. A huge thank you to Heather Rairigh for leading this engaging and hands-on session — your guidance made it a memorable experience for all!
#TribeWellness #CommunityStrong #FellowshipAndFun
📢 Reminder: All Lumpkin County Schools will be closed on Monday, September 1, in observance of Labor Day.
Enjoy the long weekend with family and friends—we’ll see everyone back on Tuesday, September 2! 💜💛
#LaborDay #FamilyTime #LumpkinPride #TR1BE
Enjoy the long weekend with family and friends—we’ll see everyone back on Tuesday, September 2! 💜💛
#LaborDay #FamilyTime #LumpkinPride #TR1BE
📢 Attention Home School Students!
The PSAT will be administered at Lumpkin County High School on Wednesday, October 15, 2025.
✅ Take advantage of this opportunity to practice for the SAT and qualify for scholarships!
📍 Location: Lumpkin County High School
🗓 Date: October 15, 2025
For registration details and deadlines, scan the QR code on the attached advertisement.
#PSAT #CollegeReadiness #LumpkinCountySchools
The PSAT will be administered at Lumpkin County High School on Wednesday, October 15, 2025.
✅ Take advantage of this opportunity to practice for the SAT and qualify for scholarships!
📍 Location: Lumpkin County High School
🗓 Date: October 15, 2025
For registration details and deadlines, scan the QR code on the attached advertisement.
#PSAT #CollegeReadiness #LumpkinCountySchools
Is your child starting the year with smart tech habits? A new school year is the perfect time to reset screen habits.
Find tips for tech routines on Parent ProTech: https://app.parentprotech.com/1002/lumpkin-county/en/signup?source=admin
#TR1BE
Find tips for tech routines on Parent ProTech: https://app.parentprotech.com/1002/lumpkin-county/en/signup?source=admin
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🎉 Congratulations to Assistant Superintendent Kerri Whitmire and HR Coordinator Sara Beth Rose on receiving the Best in Class Award from GASPA for their outstanding retention practices! 🌟 Your hard work and dedication keep the best in the TR1BE! 💛
#BestInClass #GASPA
#BestInClass #GASPA
