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The Bibb County School District Newsletter
March 31, 2023
Fire Science and Firefighter Pathway Partnership Announced
The Bibb County School District, in partnership with Macon+Bibb County, Macon-Bibb County Fire Department and Central Georgia Technical College, officially announced a new Fire Science/Firefighter Pathway at W. S. Hutchings College and Career Academy. This program for high school seniors will begin in the fall and provide “stackable credentials” to include dual enrollment credit for both high school and college as well as a job with the Fire Department upon graduation.
“We know that this is a pipeline that our students are looking for,” said Dr. Cassandra Washington, Executive Director for Bibb CTAE. “This is a community where we want people to come and live and stay.”
MORE INFO: https://www.smore.com/6bj42
Students Share Ideas, Actions for Improving School Communities During On The Table
Rosa Taylor Elementary Celebrates Leadership Day!
Rosa Taylor Elementary School held its Leadership Day! They celebrated 65 Years of Being a Light! Parents and community members first went to the gym where students showcased their singing, dancing, and speaking skills. Next, they were able to go into the school and meet with students. The event ended with a student Q&A.
Mental Health Matters in Bibb
Community Partners Serve as Principals for a Day
Rutland High Students Present at National Leader in Me Symposium in Washington, D.C.
District Hosts Teacher Recruitment Fair
Southwest High Students Participate in Mock Trial
District Celebrates National School Breakfast Week
Leadership in Action
Elementary Students Share Feedback with Superintendent
Superintendent Dr. Dan A. Sims continues to visit elementary schools to meet with students for his student advisory panels! Dr. Sims has met with student advisory panels from each of the middle and high schools, as well. During the sessions, students were able to share how they feel about school! Dr. Sims will continue meeting with students throughout the district at all grade levels throughout the remainder of the year.
Internet Safety Month
Bibb FLEX Student Entrepreneur Advances to State Competition
This is the first year the Bibb County School District and the Greater Macon Chamber of Commerce were selected to participate in the 2022-2023 Georgia FLEX competition. The goal of the Georgia Foundational Leadership and Entrepreneurship Experience (FLEX) is to create prosperity and revitalize rural entrepreneurial ecosystems by educating students on the rewards, sacrifices, and processes incurred in establishing small businesses. Throughout the yearlong competition process, a combination of educational guidance, incentives, and mentor opportunities inspires students to launch their successful small businesses, eventually leading to a more vibrant, robust local economy.
The Bibb County FLEX program is being supported by the Griffith Foundation and the Macon-Bibb County Industrial Authority.
Campus Police Leading Grade Level Reading Program
VIP Academy Student Recognized by Gov. Brian Kemp
Angel Woodard Appointed Principal of Alexander II Magnet School for 2023-24 School Year
Dr. LaQuonta Williams-Smith Appointed Principal of Hartley Elementary School for 2023-24 School Year
Dr. LaToya Smith, Principal of Howard High, Appointed Executive Director of Personnel
Congratulations to Angel Woodard, appointed Principal of Alexander II Magnet School, and Dr. LaQuonta Williams-Smith, appointed Principal of Matilda Hartley Elementary School! Dr. LaToya Smith, Principal of Howard High School, was appointed Executive Director of Personnel!
Nutrition Department Caters Parent Engagement Event
Families, Employees Invited to Participate in Golf Tournament
Don't forget to register for our inaugural golf tournament, presented by ICB Construction Group! This tournament, scheduled for April 15, will benefit the Bibb County Education Foundation, which supports scholarships and other initiatives that benefit Bibb County students and teachers.
MORE INFO/REGISTRATION: www.bcsdk12.net/golf
District Leader Promotes CTAE in Washington, D.C.
Bibb County School District
VISION: Each student will demonstrate strength of character and will be college or career ready.
MISSION: The Bibb County School District develops a highly trained staff and an engaged community dedicated to educating each student for a 21st century global society.
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