BRAND NEW OPPORTUNITY: Turn a hobby or interest into a winning project through the Georgia Student Technology Competition! Click on the link for more information!
https://www.bartow.k12.ga.us/article/1262252
IT'S HAPPENING: Remember our GT Superfan Brayden Warren? While Coach Key was recruiting at Cass last January, he ran into Brayden and promised him a football game! Well, Coach Key is making good on that promise THIS SATURDAY!!! Stay tuned! Pictures to come!
IN THE NEWS: We love seeing our students in publications! Here are a few Euharlee Elementary School students in Atlanta Parent Magazine!
CENTRAL OFFICE CELEBRATIONS: When you work in a school system and community like this, you have a lot to celebrate! And, if you know Superintendent Page, then you know he likes to celebrate the RIGHT WORK. In the Bartow County School System, the right work supports learning, collaboration, and results. That's what we value.
This month, we celebrate and honor Robin Rickles, our Payroll and Benefits Manager. Robin's energy, positivity, and professionalism is simply unmatched. We are proud to have her as part of our special BCSS Family! Congratulations, Robin! You make us all better!
BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND: Cass High School's HOCO Parade in Downtown Cartersville! Cheer on your Colonel's Thursday night!
HOCO: Woodland "WOWS" us once again! Check out how these Wildcats celebrated Homecoming!🤩
The Georgia Department of Education recognizes Emerson Elementary School, Euharlee Elementary School, and Hamilton Crossing Elementary School as Literacy Leaders!
A total of 155 schools from across the state met the qualifications to be recognized in achievement and/or outstanding growth categories. Seventy schools were granted achievement awards after Georgia Milestones scores showed 90% or more of their third grade students were reading at grade level or above.
Eighty-four schools in the growth category, including EES, EHES, and HCES, showed a 15% or higher increase in the number of third graders reading at grade level or above from 2021-22 to 2022-23.
Congratulations EES Teachers April Lanham and Janna Scheff. They noted 20% growth and attribute their literacy success to the three big ideas of Professional Learning Communities – learning, collaboration, and results.
“I was thrilled when I got the phone call from State School Superintendent Richard Woods' office letting me know that we received this recognition,” said EES Principal Paige Bennett. “It is not every day that you get a phone call like that. I was happy to share the news with my third grade teachers and staff members to let them know that their hard work is being recognized. Our third grade team focused on Tier 1 instruction and setting the expectation high for all students. They exposed all students to grade level text every day during Tier 1 instruction. They were purposeful and intentional when creating groups for Tier 2 and Tier 3 instruction, always using the data to drive those decisions. I am very proud of these teachers and students!”
EHES Teachers Amanda Brackett, Jennifer Williams, and Tina Abrams also saw 20% growth from 2021-22 to 2022-23.
“We are very excited to receive word that Euharlee Elementary is being recognized as a Literacy Leader for growth,” said EHES Principal Jim Bishop. “Our third grade team jumped from 56% at or above grade level in 2021-22 to 76% at or above grade level in 2022-23. The team attributed several practices to this amazing improvement. The reading teachers collaborated frequently to plan instruction and review assessment results to address the needs of students. They also implemented close reading strategies, focused vocabulary instruction, and conferenced with students on a regular basis. Their new goal is to be recognized for outstanding achievement by having 90% of students reading at or above grade level.”
HCES and its team of four teachers and one reading specialist, including Erin James, Emily Pittman, Penny Roberts, Regina Boudreaux, and Michelle Scileppi, record 19.9% growth and proudly accept the Literacy Leader Award.
“I am so excited and proud that our teachers and students are being recognized at the state level for their hard work,” said HCES Principal Lynn Robertson. “Our reading specialist has provided coaching and professional development to our teachers to support classroom instruction. We have a process in place that ensures that all students get what they need to achieve success. The data is showing that the process is working.”
On October 16, 2023, State Superintendent Richard Woods will be visiting the Bartow County School System to present the Literacy Leaders Award and acknowledge the work teachers are doing to equip students with the important lifelong skills of reading and writing.
CHECK THIS OUT: As a result of the collaborative work of the Academy’s health science teachers, the student pass rate on the National Healthcareer Association exam rose from 15% to 81%!
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REMINDER: Tomorrow, September 20, will be an Early Release Day! Elementary schools dismiss at 11:30 a.m. and middle/high schools dismiss at 12:30 p.m. Lunch will be served, and buses will run on an early dismissal schedule. After School programs will continue to operate.
REMINDER: Grab those resumes and come on! Our next Job Fair starts Thursday!
BOARD RECOGNITIONS: MEET YOUR AP SCHOLARS AND TEACHERS OF DISTINCTION!
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BOARD RECOGNITIONS: EMPLOYEE OF THE MONTH
Carolyn Pool, Bartow County College and Career Academy Custodian
“Have you ever had a co-worker that makes you think that you have no idea how you got along each day before this person became your co-worker…one that makes you hope that you never have to know what it is like to have that person leave? Mrs. Carolyn Pool is that person at the BCCCA. She became part of our BCCCA family last fall and immediately made an impact in our building. She takes exceptional pride in everything she does, which is demonstrated by work that is incredibly thorough. Her attention to detail is unmatched and is often noticed by staff members, students, and visitors. Mrs. Carolyn is very dedicated to her school, her co-workers, and her students. She is one of the kindest ladies you could ever meet. Her smiles light up the room, and her hugs brighten our days. Mrs. Carolyn Pool stands for everything that we all should be as employees of the Bartow County School System and deserves the honor of being named the BCSS Employee of the Month!” – BCCCA Assistant Principal Lori Scifers
INTERNATIONAL DOT DAY: When we heard September 15, 2023, was International Dot Day, a global celebration of creativity, courage, and collaboration, all we could think about was our very own Ms. DOT Frasier, Bartow Education Foundation executive director! Ironically enough, Ms. DOT also epitomizes those same characteristics and a million more! So, join us in celebrating this legend in Education and beyond! She has served our community for more than 60 years and is still going strong! #betterinbartow #DotDay
PERFECT ATTENDANCE: It's that time of the year when we recognize these bus drivers for "going the extra mile!" They have one to 12 years of perfect attendance and were rewarded today by Dan Clark with the Bartow Education Foundation. Each received a monetary gift, breakfast, and of course, bragging rights! We love all our bus drivers! They're a special part of our school community! Hit that "love" button and let them know how impactful they've been🚌
* 12 YEARS *
Michael Blalock
* 5 YEARS *
Jerry Hoover
* 2 YEARS *
Falena Campbell
Jennifer Edwards
Jeff Johnson
Jason Neal
Sue Shellhorse
* 1 YEAR *
Debbie Eaton
Rachael French
Janna Jordan
Lily Michaels
Rebecca Neal
Laverne Reed
Shelly Rutledge
Brian Schultz
Gwen Tanner
* Not all drivers pictured *
The Bartow County School System has been named a 2023 Cognia System of Distinction!
“This recognition is based on the results of Cognia’s rigorous Accreditation Engagement Review process,” said Bartow County School System Superintendent Dr. Phillip Page. “We were just notified that with over 1,100 engagement reviews for accreditation completed in the 2022-2023 academic year, Cognia only recognized 25 schools and eight systems in 12 states and five countries with this distinct honor! Wow! There was extensive internal preparation for this review, and I am so proud of our school system’s commitment to learning, collaboration, and results.”
Cognia, formerly AdvancED, nationally recognizes districts that meet rigorous standards in the areas of culture, leadership, engagement, and growth in learning. Earning accreditation from the Cognia Global Accreditation Commission means that the school system is accredited, and that it is recognized across the nation as a school system that meets Cognia Performance Standards and maintains a commitment to continuous improvement.
Cognia provides an Index of Education Quality (IEQ) score as a measure of overall performance. With a maximum score of 400, the Bartow County School System received an IEQ score of 383.
“You and your team did the most complete self-study and detailed reporting of any that I have ever seen while working with Cognia,” said Dr. Erik Swanson, a Cognia regional accreditation evaluator. “I congratulate you on the work you are doing for learners.”
“The Bartow County School System is to be commended for demonstrating that it has met high standards and is making progress on key indicators that impact student learning,” added Dr. Mark A. Elgart, president and CEO of Cognia.
Schools in good standing can maintain their accreditation for a six-year term.
NATIONAL SEMIFINALIST RECOGNITION: Adairsville High School Senior Callie Viktora advances in the prestigious National Merit Scholarship Program!
Out of 1.3 million applicants, only 16,000 students nationwide are named semifinalists!
Merit Scholar designees are selected on the basis of their skills, accomplishments, and potential for success in rigorous college studies.
Congratulations, Callie! We are so proud of ALL your accomplishments!
SAVE THE DATE:
TUESDAYS AT "THE LEAF" INCLUDE:
Gardening✅
Weather Stations✅
Reading✅
&
Robots✅
REMINDER: Wednesday, September 20, will be an Early Release Day! Elementary schools dismiss at 11:30 a.m. and middle/high schools dismiss at 12:30 p.m. Lunch will be served, and buses will run on an early dismissal schedule. After School programs will continue to operate.
