Oglethorpe County Elementary School (PK-5)
“Excellence for every student, every day!”
Oglethorpe County Family Connection is coordinating Community Day this year! Please save the date: Saturday, August 8th from 5-7 pm.
The school system will provide free school supplies again this year!
Community Day is now accepting sponsorship for event tables ($25). Part of the table sponsor fee to Community Day will cover tote bags for all participants. If you are a sponsor, your logo will be placed on the bags! They are also accepting monetary donations to buy bookbags and headphones.
Reminder June Food Pantry is Tomorrow from 4-6pm.
If you have signed up for Happy Helpings Summer Food Program and haven't received a delivery, please reach out to Kasey Taylor @ ktaylor@oglethorpe.k12.ga.us
We do have food available now for pick up through the school system!
If you have signed up for Happy Helpings Summer Food Program and haven't received a delivery, please reach out to Kasey Taylor @ ktaylor@oglethorpe.k12.ga.us
We do have food available now for pick up through the school system!
Information for the Summer Youth Cheer Champ. Please use the following link to sign up https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdl7r4-f_Cyw6EYJGa_kq85_dYXFGkA4Ew9mB_zTRldXYlyaA/viewform
You are invited to join us as we plan together for the 2026-27 school year!
We will review the progress on this year’s Strategic Plan, identify our strengths and weaknesses by reviewing our data, and determine action steps for next school year.
Your participation is very important as the strategic plan is our road map for the year. We encourage parents, community members, staff, and middle and high school students to come be a part of this important day.
If you would like to attend or want more information, please contact Sharon Synan (ssynan@oglethorpe.k12.ga.us or call 706-743-8128) to reserve your spot!
We will review the progress on this year’s Strategic Plan, identify our strengths and weaknesses by reviewing our data, and determine action steps for next school year.
Your participation is very important as the strategic plan is our road map for the year. We encourage parents, community members, staff, and middle and high school students to come be a part of this important day.
If you would like to attend or want more information, please contact Sharon Synan (ssynan@oglethorpe.k12.ga.us or call 706-743-8128) to reserve your spot!
For those planning to attend tomorrow, please park at Lexington Baptist Church. The church is across the road from Platt Brooks Estate. Please then follow the event directional signs for the venue.
For those needing assistance, please pull down to Platt Brooks Estate and park inside the back gate in grassy area next to the Platt Brooks Estate venue.
Dress comfortably. Not a formal event!
ASPIRE 2 (Grades 3–5) still has a few open slots left for our Summer
ASPIRE Camp. If you want your child to have an amazing, active summer, don't wait to secure their spot!
Please email Robin Guest for additional information at rguest@oglethorpe.k12.ga.us or visit our website to register!
https://www.oglethorpe.k12.ga.us/o/ogs/page/21st-century
ASPIRE Camp. If you want your child to have an amazing, active summer, don't wait to secure their spot!
Please email Robin Guest for additional information at rguest@oglethorpe.k12.ga.us or visit our website to register!
https://www.oglethorpe.k12.ga.us/o/ogs/page/21st-century
For those interested in Special Education HomeSchool opportunities, a meeting is being held on Friday, May 29th at Central Office!
We are pleased to partner with Open Hand to provide free breakfast and lunch meals to our students throughout the summer. Meal delivery will begin June 1.
Seven breakfasts and seven lunches will be delivered weekly to the homes of families who sign up. Meals are available for all children in the home under the age of 18, regardless of income.
Please review the flyer for complete details or sign up through the link below:
https://tinyurl.com/yc4dyh4u.
If you need assistance completing the forms, please contact Kasey Taylor, our Parent Mentor, at KTaylor@oglethorpe.k12.ga.us, or visit the Family Resource Hub Facebook page, or check your school family “Room.” You may also contact Ms. Taylor directly at 706-743-7930.
Seven breakfasts and seven lunches will be delivered weekly to the homes of families who sign up. Meals are available for all children in the home under the age of 18, regardless of income.
Please review the flyer for complete details or sign up through the link below:
https://tinyurl.com/yc4dyh4u.
If you need assistance completing the forms, please contact Kasey Taylor, our Parent Mentor, at KTaylor@oglethorpe.k12.ga.us, or visit the Family Resource Hub Facebook page, or check your school family “Room.” You may also contact Ms. Taylor directly at 706-743-7930.
OCHS is hosting a Summer 2 Mile Race on Saturday, June 27th to benefit high school and middle school cross country teams. The race will be held on the brand new course at OCMS - 270 Buddy Faust Road, Lexington!
Please register at the following link: https://ga.milesplit.com/meets/750002-fast-feet-xc-summer-series-at-oglethorpe-county-2026/info
Happy National School Nurses Day!
Thank you to our school nurses who are the calm in the chaos, the care behind every student’s smile, and the heartbeat of our schools.
Your compassion and dedication make a difference every single day!
Thank you to our school nurses who are the calm in the chaos, the care behind every student’s smile, and the heartbeat of our schools.
Your compassion and dedication make a difference every single day!
Thank you to all our Educators for your dedication, patience and the difference you make every day for Oglethorpe County Students!
Your guidance shapes not just minds but builds confidence and character leaving a lasting impact far beyond the classroom walls!
"May you be proud of the work you do, the person you are and the difference you make!"
Your guidance shapes not just minds but builds confidence and character leaving a lasting impact far beyond the classroom walls!
"May you be proud of the work you do, the person you are and the difference you make!"
We appreciate our school principals!
Thank you to our amazing Nutrition Staff on School Lunch Hero Day! ! Not all heroes wear capes!
You’re invited to join ParentGuidance.org Tuesday, April 21st at 8pm ET for Ask a Therapist Live. This webinar is an opportunity to ask a licensed clinical therapist questions about parenting, your child’s well-being, or anything that’s been on your mind. Participation is anonymous and free. Visit https://cookcenter.info/ATLApr21 to register today!
You may also visit https://www.oglethorpe.k12.ga.us/o/ogs/page/social-emotional-learning-support for monthly mental health series calendars and all available resources for you and your family!
You may also visit https://www.oglethorpe.k12.ga.us/o/ogs/page/social-emotional-learning-support for monthly mental health series calendars and all available resources for you and your family!
Milestones testing begins next week at the elementary school and the following week at the middle school. Please review the attached flyer for helpful testing tips to support your student's success. Please also review with your high school students as they prepare for their End of Course, AP and class exams beginning late April!
We are pleased to announce that transportation will now be available from the middle and high school to the Patriot Health Hub on Mondays and Thursdays. The bus will depart at 12:45 p.m. and return students to school by 2:30 p.m. This service may be used for behavioral health appointments or medical visits. If you have questions, please contact the school nurse, or call Kristina Turner at 706-743-8128, or email her at kturner@oglethorpe.k12.ga.us. You may also contact the Patriot Health Hub directly.
Our amazing board were celebrities as they conducted school visits at the transportation department and the middle and elementary schools. They were recognized as Coach, Mimi and the Rodeo Clown! However, we know them as our Exemplary Board of Education!
Spring pictures will be taken next week!
Can't wait to see our Kindergarten students perform tomorrow!
The Oglethorpe County School System is pleased to announce Dr. Phillip Powell as the finalist in the search for the district's next superintendent.
https://tinyurl.com/Superintendent-Finalist
https://tinyurl.com/Superintendent-Finalist
