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2024 Volume 2, Issue 6, January
CCPS April Newsletter
Dear Parents and Students,
Sometimes I hear people say, “If you don’t like the weather in North Georgia, just stick around because it will change”. That’s one of the things I love about living in Catoosa County, we get to experience all 4 seasons. But somehow, even though I’m excited when each season arrives, I’m also ready when they change.
April is all about change and growth. It can serve as a reminder that the more we learn, the more we grow. When our girls were little, each April, Heather and I would take them out into the yard and plant flowers and shrubs with them. They loved getting their little hands dirty playing in the dirt and watering flowers. Then, we would watch them all Summer and talk about how much they were growing.
At CCPS, we hold steadfast to the belief that education is not merely about acquiring knowledge; it is about nurturing the seeds of curiosity, cultivating the soil of understanding, and witnessing the changes in our student's personal and academic growth.
At CCPS, our faculty models lifelong learning for our students so they see that learning is not just for the classroom, it’s for life! They see that no matter how old they get, they will never, ever stop learning and growing. That’s education for life, learning to overcome challenges, discovering new ideas, and becoming the best versions of ourselves.
As parents, you play the most crucial role in nurturing this mindset of learning and growing within your child. You are the most important voice in your kid's life. In many ways, the schoolhouse really just supports what you’re teaching at your house. It’s so true that the parent is the child’s first teacher. Your daily encouragement and belief in the limitless potential of your child sets them up for success in the classroom and beyond! Together, we can leverage the opportunities that this season of growth presents.
In the words of an old proverb, "The more we learn, the more we know, and the more we know, the more we grow." Thank you for your unwavering dedication and support as we partner together to ensure our students have the best schools, teachers, and opportunities to prepare them for an amazing future. Together, we will cultivate a love for learning and a future filled with endless possibilities and growth in every student!
Superintendent Nix
CCPS State of the System 2024 Video
What is the birthstone of April?
The Masters is played in what Georgia City in April?
Which famous American was born on April 13, 1743?
Solar Eclipse April 8, 2024
Boynton Phase I Groundbreaking
Superintendent Chance Nix and the Catoosa County Board of Education are pleased to announce the Boynton Elementary Phase I Groundbreaking Ceremony. This special event will be held on April 18th, 2024 at 1 p.m.
Spring Plant Sale April 12th and 13th
The spring plant sale at each Catoosa County high school will be held on Friday April 12th and April 13th. The hours Friday will be from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Each high school will be offering a variety of spring bedding plants, herbs, baskets and vegetables.
College and Career Dedication Ceremony
Superintendent Chance Nix, the Catoosa County Board of Education, and the From HERE to CAREER Academy Board of Directors are pleased to announce the Dedication Ceremony for the
From HERE to CAREER Academy April 9, 2024, at 10:00 a.m. The College and Career Academy opened for students in the fall of the 2023-2024 school year.
Spotlight on our Schools
Golden Apple Award: Battlefield Primary, Staci Wilson
Staci Wilson of Battlefield Primary School was recently honored as the Golden Apple Teacher by WDEF news. She is a second-grade teacher at Battlefield Primary School and she goes above and beyond. Mrs. Wilson teaches her students to love learning. She cares about her students and they know it.
“Mrs. Wilson is a fantastic teacher. When I think about Ms. Wilson, I think about her strengths with student relationships and how she put her kiddos first, always. She does great with parents,” said Battlefield Primary Principal Julie Robbins. Congratulations Mrs. Wilson.
HMS Prepares Students for the April 8th Eclipse
The solar eclipse is set to occur on April 8th and sixth graders at Heritage Middle School in Catoosa County are building mobile observatories using LEGO Education kits to learn more about the event. The eclipse offers a fun opportunity to teach science and the importance of teamwork. Ty Cook is the earth science teacher at Heritage Middle School. When he heard LEGO was offering free learning activities related to the April 8th total solar eclipse, he jumped at the chance. "It's a free resource," Cook said, "And the students have really been energized by the project."
Six HHS Students Chosen for Governor's Honors
Six Heritage High School students were selected for the Governor's Honors Program after they advanced through several rounds of interviews at the school, district and state levels! Congratulations to: Natalie Ferry - Communicative Arts, Kai Courtney-Soper - Computer Science, Caleigh Jackson - Music, Georgia Taylor - Social Studies, Ethan Bruce - Music alt. and Clara Beth Elsenrath - Music alt.
LFO Performing Arts presents HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL JR!!!
The new performing arts theater center held their opening ribbon cutting at LFO High School on March 20th. Since then the theater has held a production for Lakeview Middle School and welcomed faculty members from all CCPS Schools. LFO Performing Arts will be presenting HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL JR on April 11th & 12th at 7:00pm and April 13th at 2:00pm & 7:00pm. Tickets available at the door: Adults $10/students $5.
RHS Performing Arts Will Feature Perfomances on GPB TV.
RHS is pleased to announce several of their Performing Arts students will be performing LIVE on Georgia Public Broadcasting for the Shuler Awards on April 18th at 8:00 p.m. They will get to perform a piece from Peter Pan, and junior Ivy O'Neal will get to sing a medley with the other five best actresses in the state. Way to go, cast and crew of Peter Pan! Congratuations to the RHSPA Department on their Shuler nominations!
CCPS Visual Arts Exhibit Display
CCPS is pleased to announce the Visual Arts Student Exhibit which will run from April 9th to April 29th at the Catoosa County Colonnade. Students will be featuring 2D, 3D and Digital Designs. A reception will be held on Wednesday, April 10th at 6 p.m. Congratulations to all CCPS students who participated in the exhibit.
An Important Message From the CCPS Child Nutrition Department
Families may apply for free and reduced priced meals by using either an online application, or filling out a paper application. Eligibility for free and reduced priced meals is based on household income. If a family feels they would qualify for free or reduced priced meals they may apply online at lunchapplication.com.
Please call the Child Nutrition office if you need any assistance, 706-965-2414.
Please click here to watch a video tutorial about how to apply for meals
Important Links for our Parents and Community
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We value your input. If you would like to ask us a question please use the email address provided below in our contact information.
Email: questions@catoosa.k12.ga.us
Website: www.catoosa.k12.ga.us