💐 Honoring a Legacy of Service 💐
We recently had the privilege of celebrating 15 incredible faculty and staff members at our Retirement Reception. Surrounded by colleagues, friends, and appreciation, we reflected on the lasting impact each of these individuals has made across our schools and community.
Their years of dedication, care, and commitment have helped shape countless student experiences and strengthened our district in immeasurable ways. While we will certainly miss their daily presence, we are excited for them as they begin this next chapter.
Please join us in congratulating our retirees and thanking them for their years of service and the legacy they leave behind! 💜
LC Transportation Department: Denise Westurland and Eugene Barrett
LC School Nutrition Department: Amy Satterfield and Geri Flatt
Blackburn Elementary: Susie Mitchem
Cottrell Elementary: Dennis Tolbert, Tracie Reed, Melissa Robinson, Rosa Grizzle, Julie Caldwell, and Lisa Robin
Long Branch Elementary: Sherry Scott
Lumpkin County High: Cheryl Pendley and Missy Jarrard
LC Central Office: Sabine Brashier
#ThankYou #RetirementCelebration #LegacyOfExcellence
We recently had the privilege of celebrating 15 incredible faculty and staff members at our Retirement Reception. Surrounded by colleagues, friends, and appreciation, we reflected on the lasting impact each of these individuals has made across our schools and community.
Their years of dedication, care, and commitment have helped shape countless student experiences and strengthened our district in immeasurable ways. While we will certainly miss their daily presence, we are excited for them as they begin this next chapter.
Please join us in congratulating our retirees and thanking them for their years of service and the legacy they leave behind! 💜
LC Transportation Department: Denise Westurland and Eugene Barrett
LC School Nutrition Department: Amy Satterfield and Geri Flatt
Blackburn Elementary: Susie Mitchem
Cottrell Elementary: Dennis Tolbert, Tracie Reed, Melissa Robinson, Rosa Grizzle, Julie Caldwell, and Lisa Robin
Long Branch Elementary: Sherry Scott
Lumpkin County High: Cheryl Pendley and Missy Jarrard
LC Central Office: Sabine Brashier
#ThankYou #RetirementCelebration #LegacyOfExcellence
🎉 Celebrating Excellence Across Our District! 🎉
We’re proud to recognize the incredible achievements of our students, teams, and community members:
🏃♂️ A: LCMS Boy's Track & Field – Mountain League Champions
🏃♀️ B: LCHS Track & Field – State Qualifiers
🌟 C: ESOL Exemplary Student – Allison Alvarez
🤼♂️ D: LCHS Boy's Wrestling – Region Champions
⚽ E: LCHS Girl's Soccer – Elite 8
🤖 F: Cottrell Coders Lego League – 1st Place Robot Design
👏 G: System Retirees for 2026–2027
⚖️ H: LCHS Mock Trial – Region Champions
From academics to athletics to innovation and service, this group represents the very best of our district. Congratulations to each of you on your hard work, dedication, and success—we are proud of you! 💜
#StudentSuccess #ExcellenceInAction #TR1BE
We’re proud to recognize the incredible achievements of our students, teams, and community members:
🏃♂️ A: LCMS Boy's Track & Field – Mountain League Champions
🏃♀️ B: LCHS Track & Field – State Qualifiers
🌟 C: ESOL Exemplary Student – Allison Alvarez
🤼♂️ D: LCHS Boy's Wrestling – Region Champions
⚽ E: LCHS Girl's Soccer – Elite 8
🤖 F: Cottrell Coders Lego League – 1st Place Robot Design
👏 G: System Retirees for 2026–2027
⚖️ H: LCHS Mock Trial – Region Champions
From academics to athletics to innovation and service, this group represents the very best of our district. Congratulations to each of you on your hard work, dedication, and success—we are proud of you! 💜
#StudentSuccess #ExcellenceInAction #TR1BE
Lumpkin County Schools is proud to announce Jenny Rooks as the new Director of Special Education, Kendra Beckworth as the new Principal of Cottrell Elementary School, and Jammie Caine as the new Assistant Principal at Long Branch Elementary School!
Read Rooks Press Release: https://aptg.co/pdzhRy
Read Beckworth Press Release: https://aptg.co/8DM5Vp
Read Caine Press Release: https://aptg.co/NH6vjp
#TR1BE
Read Rooks Press Release: https://aptg.co/pdzhRy
Read Beckworth Press Release: https://aptg.co/8DM5Vp
Read Caine Press Release: https://aptg.co/NH6vjp
#TR1BE
📣 You’re Invited!
Join us for our May Parent Group—the final session of the 2025–2026 school year!
🗓 Wednesday, May 13
⏰ 12:00–1:00 PM
📍 Student Outreach Center at LCMS
(Please enter through the loading dock to the right of the main entrance)
We’ll be sharing helpful tips on how to support your child’s success in school and what to focus on over the summer to keep the momentum going. Plus, don’t miss your chance to complete our End of Year Survey!
We’d love to see you there as we wrap up the year together! 💬
#BetterEveryDay #FocusedForward #TR1BE
Join us for our May Parent Group—the final session of the 2025–2026 school year!
🗓 Wednesday, May 13
⏰ 12:00–1:00 PM
📍 Student Outreach Center at LCMS
(Please enter through the loading dock to the right of the main entrance)
We’ll be sharing helpful tips on how to support your child’s success in school and what to focus on over the summer to keep the momentum going. Plus, don’t miss your chance to complete our End of Year Survey!
We’d love to see you there as we wrap up the year together! 💬
#BetterEveryDay #FocusedForward #TR1BE
Today we celebrate the heart of our schools—our incredible nurses—on National School Nurse Day! 💙
Thank you for the care, compassion, and calm you bring to every student and staff member, every single day. You are often the first line of support, a steady presence in moments of need, and a vital part of keeping our schools safe and healthy.
We are proud to recognize:
BES: Anna Roberts
CES: Rosa Grizzle
LBES: Amber Gilleland
LCMS: Scott Mildenhall
LCHS: Cami McCarty
Your dedication does not go unnoticed. Thank you for all you do! #SchoolNurseDay #ThankASchoolNurse
Thank you for the care, compassion, and calm you bring to every student and staff member, every single day. You are often the first line of support, a steady presence in moments of need, and a vital part of keeping our schools safe and healthy.
We are proud to recognize:
BES: Anna Roberts
CES: Rosa Grizzle
LBES: Amber Gilleland
LCMS: Scott Mildenhall
LCHS: Cami McCarty
Your dedication does not go unnoticed. Thank you for all you do! #SchoolNurseDay #ThankASchoolNurse
This Teacher Appreciation Week, we’re celebrating the heart of Lumpkin County—our incredible educators who show up every day with dedication, compassion, and purpose.
To every teacher in our Tribe: thank you for the impact you make, the lives you shape, and the example you set. Your work matters more than words can express! 💛 💜
#TeacherAppreciationWeek #TR1BE
To every teacher in our Tribe: thank you for the impact you make, the lives you shape, and the example you set. Your work matters more than words can express! 💛 💜
#TeacherAppreciationWeek #TR1BE
🎻🎶 Join the Music at Georgia Pick & Bow! 🎶🎻
We’ve got TWO exciting opportunities for young musicians to learn, grow, and have fun:
☀️ Summer Camp (June 15–19)
A full week of hands-on music-making in Dahlonega! Students (rising 4th–12th graders) can dive into fiddle, guitar, mandolin, or banjo—plus enjoy group jams, Appalachian culture activities, and more.
🕘 9:00am–3:30pm
📍 Dahlonega Baptist Church
⏰ Register by May 18!
🎼 After School Music Lessons (2026–2027)
Keep the music going all year long! Weekly afterschool classes for 3rd–12th graders.
🕒 3:15–4:15pm (one day per week)
📍 Locations: Blackburn (Tuesdays), Long Branch/LCMS (Wednesdays), Cottrell (Thursdays)
📅 Classes begin the week of September 1
⏰ Register by August 13!
👉 Learn more & sign up: https://www.georgiapickandbow.org/
Whether your student is just starting out or ready to grow their skills, there’s a place for them here. Come make music with us!
We’ve got TWO exciting opportunities for young musicians to learn, grow, and have fun:
☀️ Summer Camp (June 15–19)
A full week of hands-on music-making in Dahlonega! Students (rising 4th–12th graders) can dive into fiddle, guitar, mandolin, or banjo—plus enjoy group jams, Appalachian culture activities, and more.
🕘 9:00am–3:30pm
📍 Dahlonega Baptist Church
⏰ Register by May 18!
🎼 After School Music Lessons (2026–2027)
Keep the music going all year long! Weekly afterschool classes for 3rd–12th graders.
🕒 3:15–4:15pm (one day per week)
📍 Locations: Blackburn (Tuesdays), Long Branch/LCMS (Wednesdays), Cottrell (Thursdays)
📅 Classes begin the week of September 1
⏰ Register by August 13!
👉 Learn more & sign up: https://www.georgiapickandbow.org/
Whether your student is just starting out or ready to grow their skills, there’s a place for them here. Come make music with us!
🚨 Join Us Next Tuesday! 🚨
Curious about mountain biking? Looking for a team that’s all about growth, confidence, and having fun on the trails?
Come check out the Lumpkin County MTB Team at our FIRST informational meeting:
📅 Tuesday, May 12
⏰ 5:30 PM
📍 High School Seminar Room
Meet the coaches, learn how the team works, and get all your questions answered. Whether you’ve never ridden before or already love the trails, this is the perfect place to start.
No tryouts. No pressure. Just progress. 💪🚵♂️
Bring a friend and see what makes this team different.
👉 Open to 6th–12th grade boys & girls
👉 All skill levels welcome
Let’s ride.
#LCMTB #MountainBikeTeam #LumpkinCounty #RideWithUs #StudentAthletes #TrySomethingNew
Curious about mountain biking? Looking for a team that’s all about growth, confidence, and having fun on the trails?
Come check out the Lumpkin County MTB Team at our FIRST informational meeting:
📅 Tuesday, May 12
⏰ 5:30 PM
📍 High School Seminar Room
Meet the coaches, learn how the team works, and get all your questions answered. Whether you’ve never ridden before or already love the trails, this is the perfect place to start.
No tryouts. No pressure. Just progress. 💪🚵♂️
Bring a friend and see what makes this team different.
👉 Open to 6th–12th grade boys & girls
👉 All skill levels welcome
Let’s ride.
#LCMTB #MountainBikeTeam #LumpkinCounty #RideWithUs #StudentAthletes #TrySomethingNew
📣 The newest edition of our Parent Resource Center is here!
We’re excited to share helpful tools, opportunities, and resources to support your family this season. In this edition:
~ Managing Academic Anxiety
~ Community Helping Place Summer Food
~ Summer Camps
~ Varsity Tutors / Information for Families
~ Summer Activity Guide
🔗 Check it out here: https://aptg.co/YT7KZ8
We’re excited to share helpful tools, opportunities, and resources to support your family this season. In this edition:
~ Managing Academic Anxiety
~ Community Helping Place Summer Food
~ Summer Camps
~ Varsity Tutors / Information for Families
~ Summer Activity Guide
🔗 Check it out here: https://aptg.co/YT7KZ8
Today, we proudly recognize and celebrate our outstanding school principals—the leaders who set the tone, inspire excellence, and work tirelessly to create schools where students and staff can thrive.
Thank you for your vision, dedication, and unwavering commitment to our schools, our students, and our community. Your leadership makes a lasting impact far beyond the classroom walls, shaping futures and strengthening our Tribe every day.
We are grateful for all you do and proud to celebrate you today.
#PrincipalAppreciation #ThankAPrincipal #PrideInOurTribe #LeadershipMatters
Thank you for your vision, dedication, and unwavering commitment to our schools, our students, and our community. Your leadership makes a lasting impact far beyond the classroom walls, shaping futures and strengthening our Tribe every day.
We are grateful for all you do and proud to celebrate you today.
#PrincipalAppreciation #ThankAPrincipal #PrideInOurTribe #LeadershipMatters
Join us as we celebrate our Lumpkin County School Nutrition Heros and all they do for our students on May 1, 2026!
https://youtube.com/shorts/UvfUhMF0mS8?feature=share
We appreciate you!
#TR1BE!
We had a wonderful time celebrating excellence in education at our Teacher of the Year Breakfast yesterday morning at Vezalay in Dahlonega! 🍽️✨
Congratulations to our outstanding Teachers of the Year:
🍎 BES: Melanie Charles
🍎 CES: Samantha Cochenour
🍎 LBES: Ami Young
🍎 LCMS: Wesley Adams
🍎 LCHS: Aaron Hopper
A special congratulations to Wesley Adams, who was also named our System Teacher of the Year—an incredible and well-deserved honor! 👏
We are so proud of each of these educators and the impact they make every day in the lives of our students and school community.
A heartfelt thank you to our generous sponsors for making this breakfast possible: Jimmy Jackson with American Fidelity and the Dahlonega Noonday Rotary Club. Your support helps us celebrate the very best in our schools!
#TeacherOfTheYear #ExcellenceInEducation #LumpkinCountySchools #TR1BE
Congratulations to our outstanding Teachers of the Year:
🍎 BES: Melanie Charles
🍎 CES: Samantha Cochenour
🍎 LBES: Ami Young
🍎 LCMS: Wesley Adams
🍎 LCHS: Aaron Hopper
A special congratulations to Wesley Adams, who was also named our System Teacher of the Year—an incredible and well-deserved honor! 👏
We are so proud of each of these educators and the impact they make every day in the lives of our students and school community.
A heartfelt thank you to our generous sponsors for making this breakfast possible: Jimmy Jackson with American Fidelity and the Dahlonega Noonday Rotary Club. Your support helps us celebrate the very best in our schools!
#TeacherOfTheYear #ExcellenceInEducation #LumpkinCountySchools #TR1BE
Today, we celebrate the incredible school bus drivers who safely carry our students to and from school each day. Your early mornings, friendly smiles, patience, and commitment make a difference in the lives of our children and families.
Thank you for being one of the first faces our students see each morning and one of the last to wish them well each afternoon. Your dedication keeps our schools moving and our students safe.
We appreciate all you do—today and every day. #BusDriverAppreciation #PrideInOurTribe #ThankYouDrivers #StudentSafetyFirst
Celebrating excellence in education and the incredible impact of student achievement! 📚✨
Today we’re proud to recognize outstanding educators and students through Georgia’s Literacy Leaders, Masters of Mathematics, and Student Signature Awards. These honors reflect the dedication, innovation, and passion that drive success in our schools every day.
When we elevate literacy and mathematics, we open doors for every student to thrive. Grateful to be part of a community committed to excellence and opportunity for all!
#EducationMatters #StudentSuccess #LiteracyLeaders #MastersOfMathematics
Today we’re proud to recognize outstanding educators and students through Georgia’s Literacy Leaders, Masters of Mathematics, and Student Signature Awards. These honors reflect the dedication, innovation, and passion that drive success in our schools every day.
When we elevate literacy and mathematics, we open doors for every student to thrive. Grateful to be part of a community committed to excellence and opportunity for all!
#EducationMatters #StudentSuccess #LiteracyLeaders #MastersOfMathematics
🚨🎒 Kindergarten Registration is TOMORROW! 🎒🚨
The big day is almost here! We can’t wait to welcome our future kindergarteners at Kindergarten Registration:
📅 Thursday, April 23, 2026
⏰ 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
📍 Lumpkin County Park & Recreation (365 Riley Road)
👧🧒 Eligibility:
Students must be 5 years old by September 1, 2026.
📝 Don’t forget:
✔️ Complete your online application (opens April 1)
✔️ Bring a printed copy of your application
✔️ Bring all required documents (birth certificate, proof of residency, immunization records, etc.)
📣 Central Registration for ALL elementary schools—our team will be ready to help every step of the way!
⏳ It’s almost time—get everything ready and we’ll see you TOMORROW! 💜
The big day is almost here! We can’t wait to welcome our future kindergarteners at Kindergarten Registration:
📅 Thursday, April 23, 2026
⏰ 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
📍 Lumpkin County Park & Recreation (365 Riley Road)
👧🧒 Eligibility:
Students must be 5 years old by September 1, 2026.
📝 Don’t forget:
✔️ Complete your online application (opens April 1)
✔️ Bring a printed copy of your application
✔️ Bring all required documents (birth certificate, proof of residency, immunization records, etc.)
📣 Central Registration for ALL elementary schools—our team will be ready to help every step of the way!
⏳ It’s almost time—get everything ready and we’ll see you TOMORROW! 💜
Yesterday afternoon, Lumpkin County Schools proudly celebrated our military families at our Purple Up Event hosted at Cottrell Elementary 💜
From games and face painting to music, community partners, and special presentations, it was an incredible afternoon filled with connection, appreciation, and fun for all ages. We are so grateful for the opportunity to honor the strength, sacrifice, and resilience of our military-connected students and their families.
A huge thank you to everyone who helped make this event so meaningful—your support truly makes a difference!
#PurpleUp #MilitaryFamilies #TR1BE #CommunityStrong
From games and face painting to music, community partners, and special presentations, it was an incredible afternoon filled with connection, appreciation, and fun for all ages. We are so grateful for the opportunity to honor the strength, sacrifice, and resilience of our military-connected students and their families.
A huge thank you to everyone who helped make this event so meaningful—your support truly makes a difference!
#PurpleUp #MilitaryFamilies #TR1BE #CommunityStrong
📣 Your Voice Matters! Join Our Stakeholder Input Meeting 📣
Lumpkin County Schools invites all stakeholders to share feedback and help shape the future of our programs! We will be reviewing key Federal Program documents, including our System Improvement Plan, Parent Engagement Plan, and IDEA.
🗓 Thursday, May 7
⏰ 9:00–10:00 AM or 4:00–5:00 PM
📍 LC BOE | 56 Indian Dr
Can’t attend? No problem—we still want to hear from you!
👉 All Stakeholders Survey: https://forms.gle/sLkgKW6vb5VZtoUy5
👉 Parents of Students with an IEP Survey: https://survey.gadoe.org/SPEDParentSurvey
Your input helps guide decisions that impact our students, families, and community. We hope to see you there—or hear from you online!
#LumpkinCountySchools #StakeholderInput #CommunityVoice #StrongerTogether
Lumpkin County Schools invites all stakeholders to share feedback and help shape the future of our programs! We will be reviewing key Federal Program documents, including our System Improvement Plan, Parent Engagement Plan, and IDEA.
🗓 Thursday, May 7
⏰ 9:00–10:00 AM or 4:00–5:00 PM
📍 LC BOE | 56 Indian Dr
Can’t attend? No problem—we still want to hear from you!
👉 All Stakeholders Survey: https://forms.gle/sLkgKW6vb5VZtoUy5
👉 Parents of Students with an IEP Survey: https://survey.gadoe.org/SPEDParentSurvey
Your input helps guide decisions that impact our students, families, and community. We hope to see you there—or hear from you online!
#LumpkinCountySchools #StakeholderInput #CommunityVoice #StrongerTogether
💜 It’s still Purple Up Month in Dahlonega! 💜
As we continue through April, we want to take another moment to recognize and celebrate our military children—the quiet heroes behind the scenes.
From new schools to long separations, their strength, adaptability, and resilience inspire us every day. 🌟
Let’s keep the momentum going:
✔ Wear purple
✔ Share your support
✔ Thank a military child
Together, we can make sure every military-connected student feels seen, supported, and appreciated.
💜 We haven’t forgotten—you matter, and we are grateful for you!
#PurpleUp #MonthOfTheMilitaryChild #Dahlonega #MilitaryFamilies #MilitaryKidsMatter #CommunitySupport
As we continue through April, we want to take another moment to recognize and celebrate our military children—the quiet heroes behind the scenes.
From new schools to long separations, their strength, adaptability, and resilience inspire us every day. 🌟
Let’s keep the momentum going:
✔ Wear purple
✔ Share your support
✔ Thank a military child
Together, we can make sure every military-connected student feels seen, supported, and appreciated.
💜 We haven’t forgotten—you matter, and we are grateful for you!
#PurpleUp #MonthOfTheMilitaryChild #Dahlonega #MilitaryFamilies #MilitaryKidsMatter #CommunitySupport
🎒✨ Kindergarten Registration is LESS THAN ONE WEEK AWAY! ✨🎒
We’re excited to welcome our newest learners! Join us for Kindergarten Registration on:
📅 Thursday, April 23, 2026
⏰ 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
📍 Lumpkin County Park & Recreation (365 Riley Road)
👧🧒 Who’s eligible?
Students must be 5 years old by September 1, 2026.
📝 Important reminders:
✔️ Online application opens April 1, 2026
✔️ Bring a printed copy of your completed application
✔️ Don’t forget required documents (birth certificate, proof of residency, immunization records, and more)
📣 Central Registration will serve ALL elementary schools—we’re here to help make the process smooth and easy!
⏳ Don’t wait—mark your calendar and get ready! We can’t wait to meet our future kindergarteners! 💜
We’re excited to welcome our newest learners! Join us for Kindergarten Registration on:
📅 Thursday, April 23, 2026
⏰ 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
📍 Lumpkin County Park & Recreation (365 Riley Road)
👧🧒 Who’s eligible?
Students must be 5 years old by September 1, 2026.
📝 Important reminders:
✔️ Online application opens April 1, 2026
✔️ Bring a printed copy of your completed application
✔️ Don’t forget required documents (birth certificate, proof of residency, immunization records, and more)
📣 Central Registration will serve ALL elementary schools—we’re here to help make the process smooth and easy!
⏳ Don’t wait—mark your calendar and get ready! We can’t wait to meet our future kindergarteners! 💜
🏥🌟 State-Level Success! 🌟🏥
We are proud to celebrate Haley Hayes and Winston Hood for their outstanding performance at the Georgia HOSA State Leadership Conference!
Both students competed at the state level and earned a spot in the Top 3 in Georgia—an incredible accomplishment that reflects their hard work, knowledge, and commitment to future careers in healthcare. 👏
Your dedication to excellence and passion for serving others truly make a difference. We can’t wait to see all you accomplish next! 💙
#StudentSuccess #HOSA #FutureHealthcareLeaders #LumpkinProud
We are proud to celebrate Haley Hayes and Winston Hood for their outstanding performance at the Georgia HOSA State Leadership Conference!
Both students competed at the state level and earned a spot in the Top 3 in Georgia—an incredible accomplishment that reflects their hard work, knowledge, and commitment to future careers in healthcare. 👏
Your dedication to excellence and passion for serving others truly make a difference. We can’t wait to see all you accomplish next! 💙
#StudentSuccess #HOSA #FutureHealthcareLeaders #LumpkinProud
