All orders can be picked up from the MP Lobby on Monday, March 2 from 3:00-5:00.   

For more information, contact elizabeth.holloway@monroe.k12.ga.us.  

Gray short sleeve. Unisex Sizes.

Youth Small-L $15.00            Adult Small-XL $15.00             Adult 2X, 3X, 4X, 5X  $17.00  

Gray long sleeve. Unisex sizes.

Youth Small-L $20.00      Adult Small-XL $20.00       Adult 2X, 3X, 4X, 5X $22.00

Mr. Anthony Pack, Mrs. Angie Dillon and Dr. Mike Hickman

In the Training, Planning and Work Session on January 24, the Board of Education focused on academic considerations including the impact that STEM (Science, Technology, Education, and Math) has on students successfully graduating and attending college, technical school, joining the armed forces, and becoming gainfully employed in the workforce.  Mr. Bill Loudermilk of Georgia Leadership Associates led the Board training session regarding the funding mechanism for facilities and the effective use of those funds made available by the Georgia Department of Education through "Entitlement Funds" set aside for each school system. Dr. Bill Truby, also with Georgia Leadership Associates, presented the powerful impact that the Career Academy in the Lamar County School System and in other Georgia School Districts have had on their graduation rates.

As a follow-up discussion, the Board reviewed possible plans to provide further support for the growing STEM initiative in the Monroe County Schools which started at the elementary level. Currently, Hubbard Elementary is focused on becoming STEM certified and has increased its Robotics Program to include 35 students. Expansion of STEM opportunities is planned for the other elementary schools and upper grades. The middle school will implement a Robotics lab at the 6th grade campus in the Fall of 2015, to continue in the 7th and 8th grades in the Fall of 2016. Both grade spans have identified teachers who will become Science and/or Math Endorsed for the STEM/Robotics programs.

The long-range (5, 10 and even 20 years) planning discussion included the need of a future College and Career Academy in the Monroe County School District. In addition to the current CTAE (Career, Technology, and Agricultural Education) offerings, other programs mentioned in the work session were JROTC, welding, aviation, information technology (IT), engineering, culinary arts, and cosmetology to name a few.

As the Board continues discussing these matters over the coming months to develop a plan to phase in various programs to meet current workforce needs in Monroe County and Central Georgia, there will be numerous questions that will need to be considered. Where will the programs be housed? What modifications to existing structures or rebuilds will need to occur to support the infrastructure required for these very specific trade programs which will have state requirements for space and equipment?

The Board and MCS Administration discussed the need to gather stakeholder input through surveys and a study of available career opportunities in the Middle Georgia area. Parents, business community members, the Forsyth-Monroe County Chamber of Commerce and Development Authority, Middle Georgia Regional Commission, and Central Georgia Technical College will be critical partners prioritizing the implementation of various programs based on projected workforce needs. Conducting these meetings and holding planning meetings to develop priorities, timelines and actions steps will be critical as the Board moves forward in its long-range plans for the students of Monroe County Schools.

Just think about it...the current Pre-Kindergarten class is the graduating class of 2028. What will the job market be 13 years from now when they are ready to graduate? The Board and Administration is determined to set Monroe County Schools on a course to address this question in an effort to ensure our students leave high school to enter the workforce, join the military, enter a technical college, or start and complete a 4 year college/university.

What documentation do I need to register my child for PreK?

 Information concerning enrollment and residence requirements can be found on the Enrollment Process and Requirements webpage.

What if there are no remaining seats for PreK at the school for which my child is zoned?

 Your child will be placed on a waiting list for your zoned school.   

My child's immunizations expire before school starts.  What do I need to do?

If your child's immunizations will expire after the registration period and before the first day of school, simply obtain an updated immunization form,  Form 3231, from your child's doctor or the Department of Health and return it to the school's Registrar.

I do not have an Eye, Ear, and Dental form for my child.  What do I need to do?

Children enrolling in a Georgia Pre-K Program are required to have a hearing, vision, and dental certificate on file with the school.  Form 3300 can be obtained by your child's doctor or the Department of Health.

Can I make my appointment for registration when I pick up my packet?

The change in the Pre-K registration process was made to become more accommodating to the needs of parents.  In other words, we wanted to prevent parents from feeling the pressure of having to wait in a long line in uncertain weather conditions to register their child.  If appointments were made during packet pick-up, longer lines for packet pick-up will be eminent, dissolving the goals of restructuring the process.  Continued improvement is always being considered.  This includes the appointment scheduling process.

Does the System Registrar call me to make my appointment?

No.  Registration packets are picked up randomly.  Parents will need to call to make a registration appointment during the specified dates and times.

Should I call or visit the board office to make by appointment?

Parents should call to make their Pre-K registration appointment.  Visiting the board office to make an appointment slows the scheduling process drastically.  Due to walk-ins, parents are required to remain on hold for lengthy periods of time while the visiting parent's questions are being answered.  Please call to make your appointment.  Your questions will be addressed during the scheduled appointment or during school visitation.

What if I forget about my appointment or lose my confirmation notice?

We will use our automated call-out system to remind parents of their appointment.  However, we must have a valid phone number on file to ensure the call is sent correctly.  Please provide the System Registrar with your contact information.

Will my child be tested for PreK?

No.  PreK students are not assessed before entering PreK.  Assessments are made continually throughout the year on the instructional standards.  The results are shared with parents at the end of each semester.

What supplies will my child need?

No supplies are needed for PreK students.  Teachers may request that parents bring a change of clothes to remain at school, and perhaps a sheet to cover the mat used at nap time.  The teachers will communicate with parents which items to bring when school begins.

Is the PreK Program a full day?

Yes.  School begins at 8:30.  The school day ends at 3:30.

Is after-school care available? 

Please contact your child's school of enrollment concerning questions regarding after-school care.

Can my PreK child ride the bus?

Yes, transportation services to and from school are available.

What about breakfast and lunch?

Breakfast and lunch are available each day.  Your child may also bring their lunch, if desired.

What are the age requirements for Pre-K?

Students registering for Pre-Kindergarten must be 4 years old on or before September 1st.  If your child is 5 and you want the child to attend the Pre-K Program, the following criteria is required.

• the child has never attended the Pre-K Program before

• the child has a late birthday or

• developmental delays affect the child's readiness for school

The Monroe County Achievement Center is hosting its "Fit to Achieve" 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run on March 28, 2015.  As part of our service learning project for our students we are promoting a healthy lifestyle by encouraging everyone to exercise and make healthy food choices.  The race is a 5K course beginning and ending at the Monroe County Achievement Center.  

When: March 28, 2015  Entry Fee:  $20 Time: 7:00AM Check-In, 5K begins at 8:00AM, 1Mile Fun Run begins at 8:30AM  Where: Monroe County Achievement Center

T-Shirts guaranteed to runners registered by March 24th. Register online at https://www.racerpal.com/races/FitToAchieve.html   

Register by mail: Print Registration Form from https://www.racerpal.com/races/FitToAchieve.html   

Register in person: Visit us at the Monroe County Achievement Center to register

All proceeds benefit the students of the Monroe County Achievement Center by assisting in purchasing technological needs. For more information, contact margie.campbell@monroe.k12.ga.us.