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We remember Newtown
Monroe County Schools joins other schools across Georgia as we fly flags at halfstaff Monday and Tuesday in remembrance of the victims of the Sandy Hook Elementary School tragedy in Newtown, Connecticut.
The tragedy in Newtown, Connecticut is a reminder to our entire community about the importance of school safety. Emergency response plans, which have been developed in partnership with our community's first responders, are in place at each of our schools. Each school regularly practices emergency response drills, and we continually evaluate our safety and security procedures. We will remember the students, teachers, and administration of Newtown, Connecticut as we review our procedures and assure our students that they are safe in our schools.
Our school counselors, teachers, and other administrators will be available for students throughout the week if they have questions or concerns. |
Give input for 2013-2014 Monroe County Schools Calendar HERE.
The Board of Education will adopt the 2013-2014 school calendar at their January meeting. Creating a calendar that meets instructional needs while accommodating the preferences of all of our stakeholders is a challenge in good economic times. With budget concerns taken into consideration, a calendar must be built that maximizes instructional time while conserving costs for energy, transportation, physical plant operations.
The survey is set to close at 5:00 pm on December 20, 2012.
At the January Board of Education meeting, members will consider input and vote regarding the school calendar for 2013-2014. The meeting will be January 8, 2013 at 7 p.m. |
IMPORTANT: 2012-2013 Calendar Change
At the December meeting, the Board of Education voted to change the February 28, 2013 early release day to be a full day for students with Parent/Teacher Conferences scheduled from 4 PM to 7 PM.
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GHSWT Scores are Outstanding!
99.6 % of students (1st time test takers- 11th grade) met/exceeded GHSWT.
Mary Persons High School ranked 20 out 426 high schools that administered the GHSWT.
MPHS ranked ranked #1 among all Middle Georgia RESA High Schools for meet/exceeds %, exceeds %, and scale score.
Thanks you to teachers and staff Pre-K-12. All have a part in this success! |
Board of Education Meeting Dates for 2013
February 12, 2013
March 12, 2013
April 16, 2013
May 14, 2013
June 11, 2013
July 16, 2013
August 13, 2013
September 10, 2013
October 8, 2013
November 12, 2013
December 10, 2013
January 19, 2013 - Saturday - School Board Governance Training
February 26, 2013
April 30, 2013
May 28, 2013
June 25, 2013
July 30, 2013
August 27, 2013
September 24, 2013
October 22, 2013 |
Mary Persons High School Work-Based Learning For the latest newsletter for the Mary Persons High School CTAE Work-Based Learning Program, click here. |
There are a number of local board policies that are currently in review status. The public may review those policies and make comment on those policies electronically. To review the policies listed below, click here.
The following policy(s) are currently pending and available for public comment
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Board of Education Recognized Students and Staff
At the December meeting, the Board of Education recognized Hubbard Elementary School staff and students.
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Hubbard Elementary School SHES Career Writing Competition Winners are shown with Dr. Marcy Hunt-Harris, Principal, Mrs. Angie Dillon, Assistant Superintendent, and Dr. J. Ray Grant, BOE Chair.
The winners are: K-Watts-Emilee Robins, 1-Ayers-Desharian Walton, 2-Smith-Chance Sosobee, 3-Carter- Avery Gilstrap, 4-Cameron-Elizabeth Bennett, 5-Lockett-Natalie Pippin |
 | | The Hubbard Elementary PAWS Team was recognized. Dr. Marcy Hunt-Harris (from left), Ms. Tonya Walker, Mrs. Leann Wachtel, Mrs. Lesia Atwater, Mrs. Angie Dillon, Assistant Superintendent, Mrs. Julie Baima, Mrs. Lisa Crosby, Mrs. Dawn Speir, and Dr. J. Ray Grant are pictured. |
The Board of Education also recognized KBSutton Elementary School students.
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Mary Persons High Chorus Celebrated the Season
Mr. Charles Hernandez led the Mary Persons High School choirs in their recent holiday concert to a standing room only group of arts patrons. Mr. Hernandez is in his first year at Mary Persons High School, and this is his 17th year in music education in Georgia. To learn more about the Mary Persons High School chorus program, click here. |
January 4 Professional Learning Day Information for Staff
On Friday, January 4, Monroe County Schools will once again have Professional Learning Day. Registration continues through the end of the day on Wednesday, December 19. See http://mcboe-pdx/pdexpress/login.aspx to register. For information on how to use the registration program, PLUCenter, click here. The slate of professional learning offerings include courses on differentiation, behavior strategies, video production, assessment, and more. Staff, don't forget to read course descriptions carefully for prerequisites and related course information. |
 We Wish You Stress-Free Holidays Holidays are when memories are made, so we wish you the best this season. Here are some tips for keeping you and yours stress-free during this time of the year. 1. Dont' give into the "Gimmes."
"I want, I want!" may be a familar phrase heard from your child that may wear you down at the holidays, but giving into every whim your child has can cause you long-term financial stress. Mental health professionals emphasize that it is okay to tell a child that a gift is too expensive and that Santa Claus has limited funds. It is also okay to limit a child's list to the items that they want the most -- not just items that flash at them during commercials.
2. Celebrate with traditions
Celebrate traditions that don't cost alot of extra money. Bake cookies, get in the car and go see the neighborhood lights, cook together, and watch holiday movies and shows. Explain to children that traditions should be based in being together as a family -- not just based on getting the latest presents.
 3. Seek out help if you and yours need it.If holiday gift giving is not within your means, then seek out assistance through local organizations. Monroe County Schools, through Ms. Gwen Byrd, reaches many families who need assistance at this time of the year and throughout the year.
4. Rest, relax, and be realistic.
Enjoy the time, and relish the quiet. Getting to all of the local events may be a goal, but don't let traditions get in the way of relaxing and resting. The holidays are a perfect time to help your child read. When you all are reading as a family and enjoying music of the season, you are making memories that they will remember.
5. Stay safe.
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In today's world, the basics of Microsoft Office use are a "must know." Our students are learning to create a basic Word document, craft a PowerPoint presentation, or even calculate in Excel, but even the most proficient user may not know all of the secrets of Microsoft Office. To learn more about Microsoft Office so you and your child can create projects together, check out videos compiled at the Monroe County Schools' Instructional Technology Webpage, and you can begin learning tips and tricks for Office Suite programs today. |
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MONROE MESSAGES is published weekly during the school year. It is an electronic newsletter that provides parents, community, students, staff, and others to learn more about Monroe County Schools.
MONROE MESSAGES is distributed to over three thousand subscribers.
For more information, send correspondence to Monroe Messages. For an archive of past issues of Monroe Messages, click here. |
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The Monroe County School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, or sex in its employment practices, student programs and dealings with the public.
It is the policy of the Board of Education to comply fully with the requirements of Title VI, Title IX, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act and all accompanying regulations. As a result, the following people have been appointed to oversee specific areas.
Title II, Adult 504, Adult Title IX Dr. Mike Hickman 25 Brooklyn Avenue, Forsyth, GA 31029 478-994-2031
Student and Athletic Title IX Tommie Walker 25 Brooklyn Avenue, Forsyth, GA 31029 478-994-2031
Student 504 Lisa Allred 433 Highway 41 South, Forsyth, GA 31029 478-994-2031
Any employee, student, applicant for employment, parent or other person who believes he or she has been discriminated against or harassed in violation of the above areas must make a complaint in accordance with the procedures outlined in Board Policy GAAA. Copyright © 2012. All Rights Reserved. |
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