Better Together
News from the Clarke County School District • 9/9/22
Ms. Moment was nominated by a parent who is new to Winterville Elementary and remarked on how helpful and welcoming she was during the back-to-school orientation:
"There was some kind of mix-up with the class list, and my kiddo's name wasn't listed. So we went to the front office to inquire, and Ms. Moment was so kind and welcoming. She told us all about how long she's worked there and what a great place to be it is. She really made sure we were comfortable and at ease and was just so, so kind. She really made an intense day so much easier for the kids and me by being her reassuring and welcoming self. It was really nice for our first impression of the school to be that it's a welcoming, kind, and reassuring place.”
Any member of the CCSD community (a parent/guardian, student, staff member, community/business leader) may nominate an employee for Employee of the Month. Click here for more information.
CCSD Office Atrium Space Dedicated to David, Ileane Nunnally
Rev. David Nunnally Sr. (1929-2015) served on the Board of Education from 1992-2012 and was known for his dedication to bridging race relations in the community and tearing down barriers to educational opportunities for local African-American students. His wife, Ileane Nesbit Nunnally (1930-2020) was a long-time public-school teacher in Athens. She taught at East Athens Elementary School and Athens High and Industrial School (renamed Burney Harris High School in 1964) and began teaching at Cedar Shoals High School when the district integrated.
The ceremony included remarks from Dr. LaKeisha Gantt, BOE President; Dr. Tawana Mattox, District 9 BOE member; Brannon Gaskins, CCSD's Chief Academic Officer; Marvin Nunnally, nephew of Rev. and Mrs. Nunnally; and Imhotep Nunnally, grandson of the Nunnallys. A plaque was also unveiled in the Nunnallys' honor.
Click here to watch a video replay of the ceremony.
Barrow Elementary Teacher Presented with STEM Scholar Award
Mr. Weaver was announced as a 2022 STEM Scholar Award recipient in January for his efforts in engaging and improving learning among students in the areas of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). As part of this recognition, he received a $500 grant to purchase STEM education materials for his classroom.
Headquartered at Kennesaw State University, GYSTC is a nonprofit whose mission is to increase student interest in and enthusiasm for STEM studies in grades K-8.
STEM Scholar applications for 2023 are now being accepted and are due by Oct. 14. Click here for more information on the awards and to complete an application.
You're Invited: ACCA Career Exploration Fair
The Athens Community Career Academy invites CCSD parents and Athens area community leaders to the 2022 ACCA Career Exploration Fair on Wednesday, Sept. 21, from 1-2:30 p.m. at the ACCA campus, 440 Dearing Extension, Athens.
The goal of the event is to make connections between high-demand skills/careers, the training and education required for them, and local employers that are offering jobs to provide CCSD students and community member participants with a roadmap to a better future.
The fair will feature:
- a mobile workforce workshop, sponsored by Georgia Power, called Be Pro Be Proud Georgia, which includes a customized, interactive trailer loaded with information and skills challenges related to many skilled professions.
- employers and representatives from post-secondary educational institutions providing information about high-demand career opportunities and the path to attain them.
- tours of the Athens Community Career Academy.
- New ACCA CEO Wesley Mellina will provide program information/updates and explain how community members can support the ACCA’s mission.
Please RSVP for the event at https://bit.ly/accarsvp. We look forward to seeing you there!
Questions can be directed to Wesley Mellina at mellinaw@clarke.k12.ga.us or 706-357-5244, ext. 20644.
Registration Open for GSBA High School Student Video Contest
Winners will be recognized at the GSBA/GSSA (Georgia School Superintendents Association) Annual Conference in Atlanta this fall, and the first-, second-, and third-place winners will be awarded $1,000, $500, and $250, respectively, for their school's video production program.
Students who enter the competition should create a short video using the theme, "To My Younger Self" with the prompt, "If you could travel back in time and give advice to your middle school self, what would it be?"
The entry deadline is Oct. 14. The GSBA Awards Committee will review and judge the Student Video Awards nominees in November, and the nominees will be notified of the committee’s selections that month.
Click here for more information on the contest, rules and procedures, required forms and documents, and the link to the contest application.
Clarke Central JROTC Apple Sale Ongoing
The Clarke Central High School JROTC Booster Club is holding its annual Apple Sale and is accepting orders through Sept. 30. Varieties available include Fuji, Golden Delicious, Granny Smith, and Red Delicious.
Order sizes include:
- Peck (8 pounds, 28-32 apples depending on apple size) — $12
- Half bushel (16 pounds, 50-60 apples, depending on size) — $20
- Full bushel (32 pounds, 100-120 apples, depending on size) — $34.
Scan the barcode on the flyer to order, or contact Lt. Col. William McMickle at mcmicklew@clarke.k12.ga.us or any Clarke Central JROTC cadet.
Car Show to Benefit Cedar Shoals Automotive Technology Program
For those interested in entering their vehicle in the show, there will be a $20 vehicle entry fee. Registration starts at 10 a.m. Trophies will be awarded for Best Late Model, Best Muscle Car, Best in Show, and Best Rat Rod.
The show is open to the public and free to attend. There will be music, door prizes, and food vendors on-site.
For more information, contact Dave Darden, Cedar Shoals auto-tech instructor, at 404-769-5095 or dardend@clarke.k12.ga.us.
Family and Community Engagement Updates
'Bridging the Gap' Forums Coming Up
- 10 a.m. to noon — Rocksprings Community Center, 285 Rocksprings Ct., Athens.
- 12:30-2:30 p.m. — Rolling Ridge Apartments, 100 Rolling Ridge Dr., Athens.
CCSD administrators and support staff will be on hand to listen to families, answer questions, and offer support in several areas. (See the flyer above for more information.)
These are the initial stops. However, the goal is to reach all areas supported by CCSD. We are doubling our partners, and our collaboration is committed to "making good better."
Upcoming Family University Sessions Planned
Starting this month, the department will resume "Family University" — formerly known as "Parent University" — sessions for the community in person at the CCSD administrative offices building, 595 Prince Ave., Athens.
Upcoming sessions include:
- 6 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 29 — "Student Code of Conduct"
- 6 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 11 — "Trauma"
- 6 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 15 — "Restorative Practices"
How to Address Questions, Concerns
Please click here to view this information. You can also go to CCSD's main site at clarke.k12.ga.us, go to the "I Want To" tab at the top of the page, and select “Ask a Question/Submit a Concern.”
Calendar Reminders
Click to view the 2022-23 Academic Calendar. Important dates:
- 10/3 - 10/7: Parent/Teacher conference week
- 10/5: Asynchronous learning day
- 10/6 - 10/7: Student holidays
We Want You On Our Team!
Sign on as a Substitute Teacher or Paraprofessional in Athens! Lend your passion and talents to the students and staff here in CCSD. Daily pay increases and monthly bonuses! Click here to learn more or call ESS at 877-983-2244.
Board of Education News
The Clarke County Board of Education welcomes community feedback. Here are ways you can share your voice:
- Contact BOE Members: Click here to view a list of the BOE members and their contact information.
- Attend a Meeting: Next regular meeting is Thursday, Oct. 13, at 6 p.m. (in-person and broadcast on the CCSD YouTube channel).
- Board Briefs: Click to read the "Board Briefs" overview from meetings.
- Public Comments: Click here for information on how to sign-up to speak at a regular BOE meeting.
- Review Policies for Review: View and comment on district policies pending public review.
CCSD COVID-19 Testing Clinics
CCSD is providing free COVID-19 testing clinics for students and staff. Clinics will be held in schools across the district. Rapid antigen tests (results in 15 minutes) and PCR tests (results in 24-48 hours) will be available. No appointment is necessary, but registration is required.
Testing Clinic Information
- Sept. 12-16 (rotating schools)
- View dates/locations and registration link
CCSD COVID-19 Vaccine Clinics
Vaccine Clinic Information
- Sept. 12-15 (rotating schools)
- View dates/locations
COVID-19 Testing & Vaccination Information
View this message about the importance of receiving the vaccine and testing if symptoms are present.
- COVID vaccine info & appointments
- PCR testing at Hilsman Health Center - 706-546-7463.
- GaDPH COVD-19 FREE Testing Sites
CCSD COVID-19 Reporting Tool
AthHalf Registration Open, Volunteer Opportunities Available
Registration is ongoing for the 2022 AthHalf Half Marathon and 5K event Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 22-23.
The sixth annual 5K run will begin at 2:30 p.m. Oct. 22 and will explore downtown Athens and the Boulevard neighborhood with a live band at the start and finish lines. The 13th annual half-marathon race will begin at 7:30 a.m. Oct. 23 and includes a run through Athens’ historic districts, downtown, and the University of Georgia campus, with local bands performing live throughout the course.
The AthHalf is produced annually by nonprofit AthFest Educates, and race proceeds support the organization’s mission of funding high-quality music and arts education programming for local K-12 youth.
For registration information, click here. Volunteer opportunities are also available. Click here for more information.
Broadband Connectivity Project Survey, Speed Test Open through Sept. 30 for ACC Residents
Part of the research includes a public connectivity and broadband survey available through www.accgov.com/speedtest. Residents are encouraged to take the survey, which is currently live and runs through Sept. 30, at their homes. The survey will help gather information about technology needs, costs related to existing and future Internet services, resident satisfaction with services, and lack of internet options. If a resident is connected to the internet through a broadband connection, the survey will also perform a speed test of their existing connection. The survey will take approximately 10 minutes to complete.
Results of the survey will be part of the SPLOST 2020 Project 22 project concept that is tentatively scheduled for discussion by the Mayor and Commission in November and December. Additional community engagement sessions are being planned for September.
For more information on the SPLOST 2020 Broadband Connectivity Enhancement Project, visit www.accgov.com/broadband, or call 706-613-3025.
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Website: www.clarke.k12.ga.us
Location: 595 Prince Avenue, Athens, GA, USA
Phone: 706-546-7721
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