STAR STATUS: Introducing Woodland High School's 2024-2025 STAR Student, Talal Tariq, and STAR Teacher, Mrs. Jacquelyn Brennan! Talal Tariq has been honored as a STAR Student by the Professional Association of Georgia Educators (PAGE) for achieving the highest SAT score in his graduating class. He has chosen Mrs. Brennan, his former Physics teacher, as his STAR Teacher, recognizing her as the educator who has had the most significant impact on his academic journey. Congratulations to both! They will be celebrated at a special luncheon tomorrow at the Cartersville Country Club, where the winners of the District STAR Student & STAR Teacher Award will be announced.
12 months ago, Alisha Evans
Talal Tariq and his teacher, jacquelyn brennan
STAR STATUS: Introducing Cass High School's 2024-2025 STAR Student, Cindy Muniz, and STAR Teacher, Mr. Julian Woodward! Cindy Muniz has been honored as a STAR Student by the Professional Association of Georgia Educators (PAGE) for achieving the highest SAT score in her graduating class. She has chosen Mr. Julian Woodward, her AP U.S. History and AP Seminar teacher, as her STAR Teacher, recognizing him as the educator who has had the most significant impact on her academic journey. Congratulations to both! They will be celebrated at a special luncheon tomorrow at the Cartersville Country Club, where the winners of the District STAR Student & STAR Teacher Award will be announced.
12 months ago, Alisha Evans
Cindy Muniz and Julian Woodward
BRIGHT IN BARTOW: Adairsville High School Senior Braden Mathis is among the elite 15 recipients worldwide to receive the prestigious 2025 Cameron Impact Scholarship! These scholars, selected from a pool of 3,000 applicants, will receive a four-year, merit-based scholarship covering full tuition and educational expenses at any U.S. university. This prestigious award recognizes young leaders committed to making a positive impact in their communities and the world. A Cameron Impact Scholar must demonstrate positive engagement in community service, exhibit strong leadership qualities, be active in extracurricular activities, and show strength in academics. Most notably, those identified as Cameron Impact Scholars must show the ability to make real, tangible contributions to their families, friends, and the greater society using their own individual gifts and talents. Congratulations, Braden! We are so incredibly proud of you, and we can't wait to see how you change the world!
12 months ago, Alisha Evans
Braden mathis
SINGING HIS PRAISES: You are looking at the Georgia Music Educators Association (GMEA) Music Educator of the Year for District 7 -- Mr. Seth Bates from Adairsville Middle School 🎼🥇👏 Congratulations! This is MUSIC to our ears! "His passion for teaching and enthusiasm for music are truly contagious," said AMS Principal Sarah Callaway. "While in his first year at AMS, Mr. Bates has already made a tremendous impact on our Fine Arts department, creating an engaging and dynamic classroom environment for his Band students. His leadership extends beyond music, as he sets a positive example for education as a whole. It's a joy to watch his dedication to fostering a love for music in his students." #betterinbartow #supportingfinearts
12 months ago, Alisha Evans
Mr. Bates, a music teacher at Adairsville Middle School
TECH TITANS: Bartow's tech savvy students celebrate success at the Regional Technology Competition in Rome! Our talented students excelled in various categories, including 3D Modeling, Animation, Device Modification, Digital Game Design, Internet Applications, Project Programming, Robotics, and Video Production. Bartow proudly secured first place in 15 projects, the second-highest number among all districts in our region. These projects will now advance to the state-level competition on March 1st. Congratulations to the following students and a huge thank you to their advisors: Cloverleaf Elementary: Juan Cifuentes, 3/4 Project Programming (Advisor: Angie Gravitt) Hamilton Crossing Elementary: Trent Howell, 5/6 Robotics (Advisor: Scarlet Collett) Adairsville Middle: Katie Martel & Mekenzie Moss, 5/6 Video Production (Advisor: Kelly Abernathy) Cass Middle: Connor Mohesky & Liam Broome, 7/8 Game Design (Advisor: Cheryl Camp) Adairsville High: Levi Heim, 11/12 3D Modeling (Advisor: Dr. Kelly Ratcliff) Adairsville High/Bartow College & Career Academy: Keira Woodside, 9/10 Animation (Advisors: Dr. Kelly Ratcliff and Mike Beavers) Adairsville High: Brian Hardy & Levi McStotts, 11/12 Device Modification (Advisor: Dr. Kelly Ratcliff) Adairsville High: Jordon Goodwin, 9/10 Project Programming (Advisor: Dr. Kelly Ratcliff) Adairsville High: Nathaniel Fortier, 11/12 Project Programming (Advisor: Dr. Kelly Ratcliff) Adairsville High: Gabriel Greenway, 11/12 Robotics (Advisor: Dr. Kelly Ratcliff) Cass High: Maria Mejia-Matias & Mia Lara-Garcia, 9/10 Internet Applications (Advisor: Melissa Womack)
12 months ago, Alisha Evans
Bartow County students at technology competition in rome georgia
ICE CREAM WITH A COP: To protect and serve...ice cream? Absolutely! Thanks to Bartow County School Resource Officer Donnie Scott, this delightful initiative is back and better than ever. Today, multiple law enforcement agencies joined the fun at Pine Log Elementary School, treating second graders to ice cream and important reminders that officers are here to help. What a fantastic way to support and invest in our littlest learners! SPECIAL THANKS: Billy Henson, Bartow County School Police Chief Donnie Scott, Bartow County School Resource Officer Alan Chester, Bartow County School Resource Officer Katelyn Flowers, Georgia Bureau of Investigations Sgt. Page, Euharlee Police Department K-9 Blue, Euharlee Police Department Deputy Caleb Black, Bartow County Sheriff's Office (Official)
12 months ago, Alisha Evans
Pine Log Elementary student
HANG TIME: White Elementary sure "sticks" to creative fundraising! Principal Amanda Elrod is gearing up to dance in Cartersville's Dances with the Stars alongside her husband, Eric. But before they hit the dance floor, Principal Elrod found herself in a "sticky" situation—taped to the wall! The week-long fundraising efforts culminated with this event, raising an impressive $1,500. Now that's dedication!
12 months ago, Alisha Evans
Principal Amanda Elrod taped to the wall
YOUNG LITERARY LEGENDS: Drumroll, please! 🥁 The winners of the Young Georgia Authors (YGA) Writing Competition are announced below! Next stop: the regional level! The YGA competition aims to inspire students to develop a passion for writing, celebrate their literary achievements, and acknowledge their excellence in both the arts and academics. Kindergarten - Zariya Grice, Allatoona Elementary 1st Grade - Amy Macedo Munoz, Allatoona Elementary 2nd Grade - Jackson Yohe, Taylorsville Elementary 3rd Grade - Sophie Mason, Taylorsville Elementary 4th Grade - Dylan Ayala-Mendoza, Allatoona Elementary 5th Grade - Emmett Schilling, Pine Log Elementary 6th Grade - Madalie Furey, Adairsville Middle 7th Grade - William Teasley, Red Top Middle 8th Grade - Josephine Rae Williamson, Woodland Middle XXX 10th Grade - Keira Woodside, Bartow County College and Career Academy 11th Grade - Ava Alston, Bartow County College and Career Academy 12th Grade - Keeghan Bevars, Woodland High School
12 months ago, Alisha Evans
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The Bartow County Board of Education votes to postpone the called meeting originally scheduled for February 3, 2025, to vote on HB 581. This extension will enable the Board to conduct thorough due diligence in investigating the following areas before making a decision to opt into or out of HB 581: Current legislation has been proposed to extend the deadline for making a decision from March 1, 2025, to May 1, 2025. The extension could provide legislators with additional time to amend the Bill, particularly by incorporating a sunset clause. A sunset clause is a provision in a law, contract, or regulation that sets an expiration date for certain terms or conditions, after which the terms or the entire agreement become void unless extended. This would render the Bill non-permanent. The extension may also allow for the Bill to be classified as a state exemption, which would result in a smaller impact on local fair share and less money taken by the state from local school systems. To ensure clarity, local fair share refers to the portion of funding or resources that a local government or entity is responsible for contributing, based on its capacity and needs. This concept ensures that each locality pays its equitable share towards a larger regional or state initiative. In summary, we appreciate the efforts of our local legislators as they consider the aforementioned bill amendments to create a mutually beneficial outcome for our taxpayers and public education.
12 months ago, Alisha Evans
ROBOT RUMBLE: Cloverleaf Elementary buzzed with excitement as twenty-six robotics teams clashed in the Chattanooga North Georgia Qualifier event. Bartow County elementary schools made a strong showing, with half of the teams hailing from the area. The lineup included: 306 Pride: Aquabots from Adairsville Elementary ALES Autobots from Allatoona Elementary Team Blaze from Clear Creek Elementary CLES LEGO Legends from Cloverleaf Elementary Emerson Encoders from Emerson Elementary Meca Cats from Euharlee Elementary Robo-Knights from Hamilton Crossing Elementary Mechanical Eagles from Kingston Elementary MRES Robocats from Mission Road Elementary PLES Logology Bots from Pine Log Elementary Tiger Tech from Taylorsville Elementary WES Black Dragon Warriors from White Elementary WES Warrior Sharks from White Elementary AWARDS: Robot Design: MRES Robocats, Mission Road Elementary Core Values Award: Emerson Encoders, Emerson Elementary Robot Game: Team Blaze, Clear Creek Elementary Champions Award: Team Blaze, Clear Creek Elementary Advancing to the Regional Championship at the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga on February 8: Team Blaze, Clear Creek Elementary Emerson Encoders, Emerson Elementary Mecha Cats, Euharlee Elementary Robo-Knights, Hamilton Crossing Elementary MRES Robocats, Mission Road Elementary WES Warrior Sharks, White Elementary A HUGE thank you to Cloverleaf Elementary for hosting this exciting competition!
about 1 year ago, Alisha Evans
Team Blaze at Robotics Competition
RIGHT WORK: Let's recognize our new Ms. Dot STAR Award winners for going above and beyond in their line of work. Their impact can truly be felt districtwide! CONGRATULATIONS: Brittany Mitchell, Administrative Assistant, Bartow County College and Career Academy Regina Breed, Kindergarten Paraprofessional, Taylorsville Elementary School Kyra Burch, Behavior Specialist, Bartow County Central Office
about 1 year ago, Alisha Evans
Kyra Burch and Tania Amerson
EXCEPTIONAL EDUCATION NOTICE: The Bartow County School System (BCSS) has announced that all Special Education records for students born in the year 2002 will be destroyed this summer, as per district policy and state guidelines. The records will be securely destroyed in order to maintain compliance with legal retention requirements. To ensure that all parents or guardians who wish to retain a final hard copy of their child’s Special Education records have an opportunity to do so, BCSS is advising that all requests for copies be submitted by April 31, 2025, by the close of business. After this deadline, records will be permanently destroyed. Parents or guardians who would like to request these records must contact the BCSS Special Education Department at 770-606-5800 EXT: 2021 or email kathy.smith@bartow.k12.ga.us. Requests can also be submitted in person at the district office located at 65 Gilreath Road, Cartersville, GA 30121. It is important that all requests are made prior to the specified deadline to guarantee that records are preserved for personal use. The Bartow County School System is committed to maintaining the confidentiality and security of student records and encourages families to take advantage of this opportunity to secure their documents before they are destroyed. For more information, please contact the BCSS Special Education Department. Contact: Kathy Smith 770-606-5800 EXT:2021
about 1 year ago, Alisha Evans
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CENTRAL OFFICE CELEBRATIONS: When you work in a school system and community like this, you have a lot to celebrate! This month, we are thrilled to celebrate and honor Billy Pruitt, our exceptional School Nutrition Warehouse Manager. Billy consistently enhances our food deliveries to local schools, ensuring everything runs smoothly. His dedication goes above and beyond, as he is always available after normal business hours and during every break. Billy is truly irreplaceable, and we are incredibly proud to have him as a member of our BCSS Family!
about 1 year ago, Alisha Evans
Billy Pruitt accepting an award at Central Office
TOUCH DOWNS AT THE DOUG: Georgia Head Football Coach Kirby Smart and several other head coaches landed their helicopter at The Doug and visited with the Cass High School Football Program! Here are the pictures we promised! 📸 #betterinbartow #FireTheCannon
about 1 year ago, Alisha Evans
Kirby Smart with Cass High football players
OPPORTUNITIES AWAIT: This NACAC College Fair is one you do not want to miss! Details below!
about 1 year ago, Alisha Evans
NACAC National College Fair in Atlanta is Sunday, Jan. 26, 2025 from 1-4 p.m. Can the QR code below to register
NEW: Pre-K registration and lottery information has just been finalized, so we are passing it along to you! Please note that White Elementary Pre-K classes will continue to be housed at Pine Log Elementary due to capacity limitations at WES.
about 1 year ago, Alisha Evans
2025 Pre-K Registration February 24-28, 2025 Virtual Lottery Drawing March 21, 2025 @ 9:00 am All children who will have their fourth (4th) birthday on or before September 1, 2025 will be eligible for the 2025-2026 school year. **REGISTRATION PACKETS WILL BE AVAILABLE AT ALL ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS BEGINNING FEBURARY 24TH. ***If you are interested in the Career Academy, please notate that on your registration packet*** All White Elementary School Pre-K classes will be housed at Pine Log Elementary School due to capacity limitations. Additional information provided at www.bartow.k12.ga.us Registration Locations: Adairsville Elementary Emerson Elementary Mission Road Elementary Allatoona Elementary Euharlee Elementary Pine Log Elementary Clear Creek Elementary Hamilton Crossing Elementary Taylorsville Elementary Cloverleaf Elementary Kingston Elementary White Elementary REQUIRED DOCUMENTS FOR STUDENT REGISTRATION -Birth Certificate -Parent or Guardian Photo ID -Custody Documents (if applicable) -Social Security Card or Waiver -Two Current Proofs of Residence: - Home Ownership Paperwork - Lease/Rental Agreement - Power - Water/Sewer - Cable/Internet - Trash Service - Hotel/Motel Receipt NOTE: If living with someone else, both parties must complete an AFFIDAVIT OF RESIDENCE and submit the two proofs in that person’s name. Affidavit can be obtained at the school or on our website. -Immunization – GA Form 3231 or GA form 2208 (Religious Objection) NAME MUST MATCH BIRTH CERTIFICATE. -Hearing, Vision, Dental & Nutrition Certificate – GA Form 3300. NAME MUST MATCH BIRTH CERTIFICATE. DOCUMENTS THAT MAY BE PROVISIONED -Proof of Government Assistance/Services ***MUST PROVIDE COPY OF PROOF OF SERVICES*** - Childcare & Parent Services (CAPS)-Childcare subsidy Program - Social Security Income Statement - Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) - Medicaid Benefits Card
The Bartow County School System will operate on a two-hour delay tomorrow, January 22, 2025. This extra time will ensure our buses and facilities are fully operational and warm. For those who ride a bus, please add two hours to your usual pick-up time in the morning. Stay safe and warm! We look forward to seeing you tomorrow!
about 1 year ago, Alisha Evans
Two-hour delay on Jan. 22, 2025
REMINDER: The Bartow County School System will be closed tomorrow, January 20, 2025, in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. We are also closely monitoring weather conditions and working with local emergency management officials to prepare for potential inclement weather this week. Thank you for your continued support of the BCSS. We look forward to keeping you informed with timely updates.
about 1 year ago, Alisha Evans
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CHALLENGE ACCEPTED: Our Pine Log Powerhouse, Miss Brooklyn Grace, will be competing in the Regional Braille Challenge in Macon on February 27th! Of course, one of her most impactful teachers and biggest cheerleader, Ms. Ashlee Oxford, will be rooting her on from the sidelines. Let's celebrate with them! Hit that "love" button! 🎉 #blindkidscan #betterinbartow
about 1 year ago, Alisha Evans
Brooklyn Grace
NEW: Check out these key facts about House Bill 581 and its impact on Bartow County Schools.
about 1 year ago, Alisha Evans
HB 581 provides a statewidPotential Effect on BCSS Revenue The BCSS can expect a decrease in local and state funding. If HB 581 was enacted over the past five years, the BCSS would have lost more than $31.6 million.e homestead exemption that limits annual property tax assessment increases to the rate of inflation, as determined by the Consumer Price Index (CPI) from the State of Georgia. This is a permanent exemption. What is House Bill 581? Opting In Could Result in... Reduction or elimination of services or staff positions Reduction in contracted days Salary reductions Use of bonds for new construction Millage rate increase Eliminating current homestead exemptions · Current Exemptions & Tax Relief Homestead Exemption increased from $5,000 to $15,000 in 2025, resulting in a $3 million annual savings to taxpayers Extended Senior Tax Exemption, resulting in a $7.5 million annual savings to taxpayers Consistent millage rate reduction - 19.4 in 2015 to an all-time low of 17.43 now Bottom Line The BCSS is dedicated to balancing the needs of our schools with the best interests of our citizens, ensuring fair and sustainable tax policies that benefit the entire community. This commitment includes the consideration of future exemptions and millage rate reductions. HB 581 Hearing Dates 65 Gilreath Rd., Cartersville Public Participation Sign-In Required Before Meeting January 13, 2025, 5:30 p.m. January 21, 2025, 11:30 a.m.