We currently have 17 spots remaining for the trip, so it is not too late to sign up! An informational parent meeting will be held on January 14th at 5:00 PM in the cafeteria. Parents are asked to please park in the back of the school.


Due to the Winter Weather Advisory and sub-freezing temperatures creating travel concerns, Wilkes County Schools will have a Virtual Learning Day on Monday, January 26. All Wilkes County Schools campuses will be closed to students, faculty, and staff. Students should log into Google Classroom to access assignments or check for any work sent home by teachers, and teachers will communicate with students and families through Rooms. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation as we prioritize the safety of our students and staff. Any additional updates will be shared through our messaging system, the Wilkes County Schools website, social media accounts, Rooms, and local media outlets.

Any changes to school schedules, operations, or extracurricular activities will be shared with families through our mass notification system (text, email, phone), the Wilkes County Schools App and Rooms, our website, social media, and local media outlets.
Families are encouraged to ensure their contact information is up to date in the Infinite Campus Parent Portal:
https://wilkesga.infinitecampus.org/campus/portal/parents/wilkes.jsp
Please also make sure students are dressed warmly for colder temperatures. Additional updates will be shared as needed.


- Access to a licensed therapist or psychiatrist within days, with no waitlist
- Convenient telehealth sessions available from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
- Services offered in multiple languages, including English and Spanish
- Free care for students with Medicaid; Cartwheel is in-network with most other insurance plans
- Individual therapy and family guidance sessions are available exclusively for students in grades 6–12 and their families, ensuring the right level of support at the right time
You can raise your hand for support today—we’re here when you need us:
www.cartwheel.org/families

Congratulations to the Teacher of the Year nominees for 2026-2027! The winners from each school will be announced on March 23rd.

Report cards will be sent home with students today.
We would also like to inform you of upcoming practice assessments for students in grades 6–8. Students will take a practice Georgia Milestones assessment for ELA tomorrow and a practice math assessment on Thursday, January 8th. These practice tests will help teachers gather valuable data to adjust instruction and better prepare students for the official Georgia Milestones assessments, which will take place in April.
Please ensure that students get a good night’s rest so they can do their best and show what they know. If your child has wired earbuds, please have them bring them to school for the assessments.
Additionally, we would like to remind parents that students are required to wear their school ID at all times. Please check to make sure your child has his or her ID. If an ID has been lost or misplaced, a replacement may be purchased in the media center for $5.
Thank you for your continued support as we work together to support student success.

Happy Holidays! Please remember that we will dismiss early this Friday at noon. We wish you a wonderful and relaxing break, and we look forward to seeing students back on January 6.

If your child was absent on the original picture day or you would like their photo retaken, please make sure they are prepared and dressed appropriately for pictures tomorrow.
If you have any questions, feel free to contact the school. Thank you for your continued support!
We are excited to host our Winter Wonderland Dance on Friday, December 5th from 5:00–7:00 p.m. Students may purchase tickets for $5 from their 1st period teacher between now and Friday.
We look forward to a fun and safe evening with our students!


Please park in front of the middle school car ramp in the lane closest to the building. Follow the signs inside—we look forward to seeing you there!



Remember the 8th Grade Parent Meeting at 6:00!
Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86309483992?pwd=Qg7HeXZcVdjPNQUEhuaT5IoSlLBrEi.1

This week, we celebrate National School Psychology Week and recognize our school psychologist, Ms. Hannah Carmichael. She plays an important role in supporting students’ academic, social, and emotional success. Thank you, Ms. Carmichael, for all you do for our students and staff!


We’re looking forward to another exciting and successful school year!

