Panther Press
a weekly publication of the Georgia Academy for the Blind
May 3, 2019
Dr. Cindy Gibson, Superintendent
Email: smilam@doe.k12.ga.us
Website: www.gabmacon.org
Location: 2895 Vineville Avenue, Macon, GA, United States
Phone: (478) 751-6083
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Georgia.Academy.for.the.Blind/
Twitter: @gab_library
Last day of school countdown: 3 more weeks!
Mission Statement
The Georgia Academy for the Blind provides quality education services to Georgia’s students with visual impairments and/or visual impairments in conjunction with other disabilities to prepare them to achieve their highest level of independence in transition to college and career readiness.
Check out the student produced video about our Mission Statement below:
Mark your Calendars!
*just added
May 6-10: Teacher Appreciation Week
May 7: 11 am Community Partners Appreciation Day
May 9: Special Olympics (rescheduled from the April rain out) May 16: 10 am Awards Day May 16: 4 pm Project SEARCH graduation lobby of the Navicent Health Heart Tower
May 17: 11 am Graduation in our new and improved auditorium!
May 24: Last day of school
*August 5: First day of school
Georgia Milestones Assessments Continue
May 6 – Biology
May 7 – Physical Science
May 8 – US History
May 9 – Economics
May 10– Make-up
Parents/guardians, you can help your child by assuring he/she:
o Gets a good’s night sleep.
o Eats a healthy breakfast.
o Gets to school on time.
Learn more about Georgia Milestones Assessments at link below:
Character Education
Self-reliance: Relying on one’s own abilities, efforts, or judgments.
The only person you are destined to become is the person you decide to be.
~Ralph Waldo Emerson
Let us hear from you!
This newsletter is published by our Parent Mentor, Sonya Milam. Please send your ideas, news, and resources in your community to her. smilam@doe.k12.ga.us, 478-262-3303 Please remember, to contact us if you've had a change in address, phone number and/or email!
Announcing the finalized calendar for 2019-20:
Birthdays
May Student Birthdays:
Mary Beth May 4
Jordan W. May 4
Hope M May 7
Tyzie May 19
Heidei May 20
Austin May 24
May Staff Birthdays:
Ms. Stokes May 1
Ms. Francis May 3
Ms. Neil May 4
Ms. Drinkard May 6
Ms. McDavid May 6
Ms. Patterson May 10
Mr. Jackson May 22
Mr. Moore May 24
We did it! We met our goal! The Case of the Missing 1000 Box Tops Mission 2: May 3, 2019 SOLVED!
Atlanta Area Families: SECOND & FINAL NOTICE!
Let Sonya know if you are planning to go and/or if you need assistance in the registration process for either of these two great opportunities.
Creating a literacy-rich summer!
Dear Families,
Did you know your child has access to digital and audiobooks this summer if you have a device with internet? This can be a computer, phone, or tablet. Please see the links and FREE apps below to access these resources. Your child’s user name and password will be sent home with them in the coming weeks. You may also contact me for user names and passwords. Please contact me with any questions. Happy reading!
Media Specialist kismith@doe.k12.ga.us or 478-751-6083 ext 1280
Follow us on Twitter: @gadoenews
Second & final notice! Two opportunities for Atlanta Area Families:
REMAINING SUMMER CAMPS
STARS CAMP, LIONS CLUB CAMP AND CAMP ABILITIES have now closed their registrations! Act fast as spots at these remaining camps are limited and deadlines are approaching. Scholarships are available! Contact Sonya for details! Note: these camp resources are simply provided as a courtesy to our families. Though we are confident that they are appropriate for and accessible to our students, GAB does not endorse or sponsor any camp.
Camp Dreams, (Camp Grace, Roberta, GA)
July 21st – July 24th (Sun. - Wed.)
July 25th – July 28th (Thur. - Sun.)
Only online applications are accepted. See the link below. Let Sonya know if you would like assistance in registering.
Blaze Adaptive Sports Camp, Camp Twin Lakes, Winder, GA
July 21-26 Ages 7-17 Only online applications are accepted. See the link below. Let Sonya know if you would like assistance in registering.
NFB BELL (Braille Enrichment for Literacy and Learning) Academy will offer one location in Georgia
Columbus State University for students age 4- 12 Sunday, June 23-Friday, June 28 9:00 am to 3:00 pm
The registration fee is $100. Lunch will be provided. Parents and care givers will be responsible for dropping off and picking up their child, and checking them in and out. Register at the link below. Let Sonya know if you need assistance. Program Coordinator: Hayley Alli
Email: hayleyalli10@gmail.com