Morgan County Elementary School

🚨**Morgan County Charter Schools Update** 📢 We are pleased to announce that school operations will return to normal on Monday, September 30th. While some in our county experienced power outages and damage, we are grateful that the storm's impact was not as severe as anticipated. Our thoughts remain with those who were affected by Hurricane Helene. We appreciate your understanding and continued support during this time.

⚠️IMPORTANT UPDATE: ⚠️ Morgan County Charter Schools will be closed on Friday, September 27th, and students and staff will transition to a remote, digital learning day, per the recommendation of the Georgia Emergency Management Agency and Homeland Security. As a reminder, Morgan County Charter Schools will operate on a normal schedule tomorrow, Thursday, September 26, but extracurricular activities are canceled, with the exception of afterschool programs. We appreciate your continued support and please stay safe!

📢Weather UPDATE: 📢 We are closely monitoring the weather and its potential impact on our area. As of now, Morgan County Charter Schools will operate on a regular schedule tomorrow, September 26th. However, we urge everyone to exercise extra caution due to expected stormy weather throughout the day. Please note that all extracurricular activities for tomorrow afternoon are canceled, with the exception of the After-School Program. We will continue to monitor the local weather and plan to make any decisions regarding system operations for Friday by tomorrow. Thank you for your understanding and stay safe!

📢Weather UPDATE: 📢 We’re closely monitoring the weather and the potential impact of Helene on our area. There’s still some time before we know more, and the forecast accuracy regarding timing and conditions should improve within the next 24 hours. This could affect athletic events and our system operations. We’ll keep you updated as needed.

🌟 Celebrating Hispanic American Heritage Month! 🌟 From September 15 to October 15, we're honoring the rich cultural heritage and remarkable contributions of Hispanic and Latino Americans to our nation's history and society. 🎉 Join us in recognizing and celebrating the diverse traditions, achievements, and stories that enrich our community.

📚🚍 Exciting News! Our Literacy Bus is Here! 🚍📚 We are thrilled to finally unveil our Literacy Bus to the public! This amazing project was made possible through the support of our literacy grant and countless community partners. A huge thank you to: • Mannington for donating the flooring • Ferst Readers for providing books and collaborating with us to share the bus in the community • Family Connection for supporting the inception of the project Special shoutout to our incredible high school students: • Mr. Brian Johnson’s engineering students for renovating the bus • Mrs. Kaleigh Sidwell’s “Education as a Career” students for designing the “If You Give a Child a Book” theme A heartfelt thanks to Tiffany Markley, our Instructional Technology Director, for her valuable assistance, and Auburn Bolton, Student Information System Coordinator and Project Manager, who will be sharing insights on the entire process. We can’t wait to bring the joy of reading to our community through this wonderful initiative! 📖✨ #LiteracyBus #CommunityPartners #ReadToSucceed #IfYouGiveAChildABook

📣 Calling all MCHS Alumni! 📣 Get ready for the 2024 MCHS Homecoming Alumni Tailgate on October 4th, 2024! 🎉🍔🎶 Come out to the Dupree Track/Field for an afternoon of fun, friends, and football as we celebrate Homecoming. 📅 Date & Time: 🕓 October 4th, 2024 ⏰ 4:30 - 7:00 PM (Setup begins at 3:30 PM) 📍 Location: 1232 College Dr, Madison, GA 30650 🤝 Want to reserve a spot or set up a vendor booth? Click the links below or contact Sheila Sanders at: 📧 Sheila.Sanders@morgan.k12.ga.us 📞 706-752-4859 This year, all proceeds will go towards the MCHS Alumni Funded Scholarship! 🎓✨ The class with the highest donation will be recognized at the game and present the scholarship at Senior Awards Night in May 2025. 💰🏆 Don’t miss out on this great opportunity to reconnect and give back! 💼❤️ #MCHSAlumni #Homecoming2024 #AlumniTailgate #ScholarshipFund

🎉 Get into the Homecoming spirit, MOCO fam! 🎉 Whether you’re a proud faculty member or a dedicated alum, it’s time to show your Morgan pride. Our exclusive Homecoming shirts are available now—perfect for representing our amazing school community and celebrating this special occasion! Don’t miss out on this chance to stand out and show your school spirit in style. Grab yours today and let’s make this Homecoming one to remember! 👕❤️ #ONEMORGAN #Homecoming2024 📣 Go Bulldogs! 🐾

We’re thrilled to have hosted the USAID Teach for Tomorrow Executive Study Tour on September 12, 2024! 🎉 This event brought together 10 exceptional Egyptian primary school principals and representatives from the Egyptian Ministry of Education. These principals are the top graduates of their leadership academy, similar to leadership programs we have here in Georgia. Sponsored by the Education Development Center (EDC) and the Mary Frances Early College of Education at UGA, the tour provided participants with valuable insights into how Georgia school districts, including Morgan County, approach education across urban, suburban, and rural contexts. 🌍 During their visit, we proudly showcased our elementary school, career academy, and district-wide school improvement strategies. The group also enjoyed a delicious southern lunch prepared by our talented culinary students, led by Eddie Tolbert, and experienced our School Improvement Leadership Team in action! It was an incredible opportunity to share our practices and strengthen international connections. 🌟 #MorganCountySchools #TeachForTomorrow #EducationForAll #LeadershipInEducation #GlobalConnections

Today, we pause to remember the tragic events of September 11, 2001, a day that forever changed our nation. As we mark this anniversary, let us pay tribute to the lives lost and the heroes who emerged in the face of unimaginable adversity.

Parents are welcome to shop this book fair this afternoon! Drop by the elementary school to shop the book fair with your child!

Our first book fair of the year is this week! Students have a scheduled shopping day with their ELA class. If you are not comfortable sending money, consider using Kid credit through our book fair company, Bedford Falls! Click this link to create an account and add money to it: https://kidcredit.bedfordfallsusa.com/kidCredit.php?fairID=16919 Thank you for supporting our school library program!

In light of the tragic shooting at Apalachee High School, Morgan County Charter Schools would like to reaffirm our unwavering commitment to student and staff safety. Superintendent Virgil Cole has issued a letter to parents outlining the extensive safety measures in place across our district, which include partnerships with local law enforcement, on-campus School Resource Officers, advanced security technologies, mental health resources, and a dedicated Safety Coordinator. While there are no specific threats to our schools, we will have an increased law enforcement presence as a precautionary measure. We ask for the continued support of our community in fostering a safe environment and encourage all to join us in prayer for the Barrow community and our own. Respectfully, Morgan County Charter Schools

Our hearts are deeply saddened by the news of the tragic school shooting today at Apalachee High School. We extend our heartfelt condolences to the victims, their families, and the entire Apalachee High School community. We stand in solidarity with Barrow County Schools during this incredibly difficult time.

📅 Reminder for Parents: Digital Day on Friday, August 30th! 📅

Mark your calendars for our first book fair of the school year! We are excited to partner with Bedford Falls Book Fairs to bring a wide variety of our students' favorite books at our book fair in a few weeks!

📢 New Bulldogs on the Block Alert! 🐾 We are thrilled to welcome Ms. Halle Taylor to the Morgan County family! 🎉 Ms. Taylor will be joining the family at Morgan County Elementary School as a Special Education Paraprofessional. Let's give her a warm Bulldog welcome!

📢 Reminder: Educational Outreach Event at Morgan County High School! Join us on Monday, August 26 at 6:00 PM for an important session on “Social Media, Drugs, and Dangerous Teen Trends.” This event is crucial for parents, students, and community members who want to stay informed about the latest challenges our teens are facing today. Topics include: • Cyberbullying & Online Threats • Dangerous Apps & Social Media Addiction • Sexting & Child Pornography • College Implications • Tips and Advice for Parents Let’s work together to create a safer environment for our children. See you there! 🌟

🌟 Don’t Forget: Join Us at the MCCS Mentor Meeting! 🌟 Hey, amazing community! 🎉 Our Mentor Meeting is just around the corner, and we need YOU to help shape the future of our students. Whether you’re already a mentor or thinking about becoming one, this is your chance to make a real difference! 📅 Date: August 23rd, 2024 🕛 Time: 12-2pm 🏫 Location: Board of Education We’ll be diving into some key mentorship skills like constructive criticism, responsibility, empathy, and effective communication. Plus, it’s going to be a fun, interactive session where you can connect with fellow mentors! Got questions? Email Stacy.Manger@morgan.k12.ga.us. Let’s come together, share our experiences, and continue making a positive impact. See you there! 🌟 #MentorshipMatters #InspireAndEmpower #CommunityChampions #MCCSMentors #EducationMatters

🏈Game Day Reserved Seating at Morgan County High School!🏈 Attention Bulldog Nation! We’re excited to announce our reserved seating arrangements for our upcoming home games. 📍 MCCS Employees: We’ve got your spot ready! Enjoy the game from the prime seating area reserved just for you. 🎟️ Season Ticket Holders & Sponsors: Your dedication and support mean the world to us. Rows 6-10 in the middle sections are reserved exclusively for you to enjoy the game in style. Let’s fill those seats with Bulldog pride! Make sure to grab your spot early and show your support for our amazing team. See you at the game! 🔴⚫ #GoBulldogs #MCGameday #BulldogPride (Please refer to the attached image for a visual guide to the reserved seating area.)