
Congratulations to our Toombs County School District Young Georgia Authors Winners!


In observance of Presidents Day, Toombs County Schools will be closed for students and staff on Feb. 19, 2024.


While transporting students home from school, one of our buses was rear ended by a car. None of the students nor the driver were seriously injured. The safety of our students is our top priority, including when they are riding the bus to and from school each day. All parents were contacted by the school system and notified of the accident.


Local Parent Conference Opportunity - Feb. 23 & Feb. 24 - See image for more info.


Prom Ticket Sales
Feb. 5th-16th = $35
Feb. 19-Mar. 1 = $45
Mar. 4th-22nd = $55
Mar. 25-Apr 10 = $65
*March 28th is the last day to purchase tickets with the guarantee that prom favors are included with the ticket purchase.


Girl Scouts - Takeover Day
What: Have STEM fun & Learn how to get involved with Girl Scouts & earn your 1st patch.
When: 2-29-24, 4:30-5:30 PM
Where: Dr. Mark & Tonya Spivey Public Library, 610 Jackson Street, Vidalia, GA


Lyons Mainstreet is preparing for another year with Tales from the Altamaha. The "Interview an Octogenarian Writing Contest" is a way to collect local stories. The winner receives $100, a t-shirt, and seats on opening night to be honored onstage. Please see images for more info.



Congratulations to Mrs. Dana Williamson for being named the 2023-24 Debra Brantley Special Education Teacher of the Year Award!


Teen Maze Community Night is tonight @ 6PM at the Toombs County Ag Center. This is an awareness event for parents and caregivers. Come and get up-to-date info on various topics children are faced with.


The Toombs County local hog show is tonight at 6:30pm at the Toombs County Ag Center arena. Come out and support our local youth. Concessions will be available.


Servicios de enfermería escolar: encuesta para padres (año escolar 2023-2024)
https://forms.gle/HtGT8cYkjzpKGmRV8


Parents,
Please take the survey and let us know how we're doing.
Survey link:
https://forms.gle/HP63jeWcnPArMTcP7


Congratulations to Mrs. Allen for being selected by Greater Vidalia Chamber as the January Super Star Teacher! Mrs. Allen's dedication to her students and this community shows that she exemplifies all qualities needed for a Super Star Teacher!
Mrs. Allen teaches Special Education at Toombs County Middle School, and she was presented this award in her classroom with her students. check out the video: https://fb.watch/q1VI1bEzyn/
Super Star Presenting Sponsor: Dermatology Associates
January Super Star Monthly Sponsor: Trane Technologies

A Family Guide to State Testing in GA:
https://www.pta.org/docs/family-resources/state-assessment-guides/ga-assessmentguide-familyguide.pdf
Una guía familiar para los exámenes estatales en GA:
https://www.pta.org/docs/default-source/files/spanish-resources/state-assessments/ga-assessmentguide-familyguide-span.pdf


Here are some upcoming events: Additional events for your school can be found via the Toombs County Schools mobile app/school websites.
Feb 6 (Tues) @ 6PM - Toombs County FBLA will receive a proclamation from Lyons City Council at the City Council monthly mtg
Feb 7 (Wed) @ 9AM - College Football Signing Day Celebration at TCHS Auditorium @ 9AM
Feb 8 (Thurs) @ 6PM - Toombs County BOE regular mtg @ TCHS board room
Feb 15 (Thurs) @ 5:30-6:30PM Floral Design Workshop - TCHS Rm 702 - Cost $15 - contact marlyn.teel@toombs.k12.ga.us


Toombs County High School Senior, Dominic Eason, passed the Bulldog Great, Chuck Hill (1,250 points), as the school's all time points leader. Dominic needed 9 points going into Tuesday night's game against Appling County. He achieved it with one of his many first half dunks. He will be recognized before the start of the boys' game against Tattnall County on Friday, 2-2-24. Game time is 7:30 pm at the Toombs County High School.


46.1% - Is the STD rate of TOOMBS county teens (ages 15-19). Georgia's is 33%.
20.9% - Is the teen pregnancy rate for TOOMBS county. Georgia's is 9.8%.
(data from DFCS)
These are just 2 of the topics addressed with Teen Maze. Come help educate our community & our children.


We are excited to be planning for the upcoming school year. Come chase EXCELLENCE with our family by applying at https://toombsga.sites.thrillshare.com/page/employment!


Toombs County Schools is excited to be at the Georgia College & State University Teacher Recruitment Fair today!
