The Brooks County Public Library hosted a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony on Monday, September 14th to honor Larry Cunningham and family. The Cunningham family generously donated funds to renovate one of the Library’s Conference Rooms. The “Cunningham Room” renovations included painting, new chairs, rejuvenated conference table, and numerous additions of framed prints and Brooks County documents. The room is a testament to the generosity and long-standing support of the Cunningham family, as well as a wonderful representation of the rich history of Brooks County.
DaVonna Milton, BCHS Senior, completed the ACE Electric AMPED Summer Internship in the field of Engineering and Fabrication Division with a graduation held on July 27th.
The AMPED program introduces high school and college students to the electrical construction industry through hands-on experience, jobsite exposure, safety training, mentorship, and opportunities to learn from experienced professionals. Students gain a better understanding of the skills, responsibilities, and career pathways available within the electrical trade while developing workplace habits that can help prepare them for future employment. The program was a paid internship and involved an application process, recommendations and interviews.The program was recognized by the Association for Career and Technical Education (ACTE) as the 2023 National Business Partner of the Year!
The graduation celebrated students who successfully completed the company’s summer internship program and demonstrated dedication, professionalism, and a strong interest in the electrical trade. Each participant received an award in front of family members, high school career and technical education teachers, and the Ace employees, mentors, and supporters who helped guide them throughout the summer. Only 11 students were selected to participate at the Valdosta location this summer and they noted “the selection was tough due to the quantity and great quality of students this year.”
DaVonna was the only female intern student selected at the Valdosta location and was hired at ACE Electric following her internship. She is currently employed as a Work-Based Learning student at ACE Monday to Thursday each week.
👀👂 HEARING & VISION SCREENINGS ARE COMING UP! 👂👀
Brooks County Schools will conduct hearing and vision screenings for students in 2nd, 5th, and 8th grades during September.
📅 SCREENING DATES
🏫 North Brooks Elementary School
📍 2nd & 5th Grades
🗓 Monday, September 14
🏫 Brooks County Middle School
📍 8th Grade
🗓 Tuesday, September 15
🏫 Quitman Elementary School
📍 2nd & 5th Grades
🗓 Tuesday, September 22
These quick, non-invasive screenings help identify potential hearing or vision concerns that could affect a student's learning and participation in the classroom. If a concern is identified during your child's screening, a follow-up letter will be sent home with additional information.
⚠️ IMPORTANT OPT-OUT INFORMATION:
If you do not want your child to participate, please contact your child's school nurse at least 24 hours BEFORE the scheduled screening and verbally request to opt out.
💙 Thank you for partnering with Brooks County Schools as we work to support the health, well-being, and academic success of every student!
🎤✨ TROJAN TALENT: A STUDENT SHOWCASE! ✨🎤
Brooks County Schools is ready to put our students in the SPOTLIGHT! 🌟
Do you sing? Dance? Play an instrument? Perform magic? Tell jokes? Juggle? Act? Or have a talent we haven’t even thought of? WE WANT YOU! ❤️💙
🎭 ALL GRADES. ALL SCHOOLS. ALL TALENT. ONE STAGE!
📅 Tuesday, September 22, 2026
⏰ 6:30 PM
📍 Brooks County Schools Performing Arts Center
📝 SIGN UP: August 31–September 11 with your Fine Arts teacher
🎬 Pre-Screening: September 14 at 3:30 PM at the PAC
🏆 Trophies & Cash Prizes!
⭐ Viewer’s Choice Award!
🎟️ Admission:
Adults – $10
Students – $5 with Student ID
🍿 Concessions available!
And the best part? This event supports Fine Arts across Brooks County Schools! Proceeds will benefit our Fine Arts programs throughout the district. ❤️💙
Students, this is YOUR chance to show Brooks County what you can do. Step into the spotlight and SHOW US YOUR TALENT! 🌟🎤🎭🎸💃
Happy Thursday, Trojans!
Please check out our first edition of The Trojan Feed, our school district's literacy newsletter: bit.ly/aug26trojanfeed.
Thank you for supporting our work to #readMoreBrooks!
Need to get your child caught up on required vaccines for school? The Brooks County Health Department is making it easier!
📅 Immunization Walk-In Day
⏰ Extended hours available!
📍 Brooks County Health Department
The Health Department will be staying open late to help students receive the immunizations they need to meet school requirements.
✅ No appointment needed
✅ Catch up on required vaccines
✅ Get your child ready to return to school
Don't wait! If your student is missing required immunizations, take advantage of this special walk-in opportunity.
📌 Please see the attached flyer for the date, times, and additional details.
Help us spread the word by sharing this post with other Trojan families! ❤️💙
Brooks County Schools is once again partnering with the Georgia Department of Public Health’s South Health District to offer flu vaccinations to students and staff right at school!
Help us keep our Trojan families healthy this flu season! ❤️💙
📣 PARENTS: If you would like your child to receive a flu vaccine during the in-school clinic, you MUST register your child in advance.
✅ Conveniently given during the school day
✅ No need to leave work for an appointment
✅ Helps protect your child, family, and school community
✅ Available through our partnership with South Health District
📲 REGISTER YOUR CHILD HERE:
www.southhealthdistrict.com/BrooksFlu
Please complete registration as soon as possible so the South Health District can prepare for our upcoming school clinics.
💙 Healthy students are ready to learn! Help us fight the flu and keep our Trojans healthy this school year!
👮♂️ Meet Our Team! 👮♀️
We’re excited to introduce the dedicated members of the BCSPD who will be serving and supporting our schools this year! (In order from left to right)
🚔 Chief Cedric Montgomery (Center)
Board of Education Office
🚔Officer Curtis Jones
Delta Innovative School & Early Learning Center
🚔 Officer Brandon Burden
North Brooks Elementary School
🚔 Officer Carl Dudley
Brooks County Middle School
🚔 Officer Kari Williams
Board of Education Office
🚔 Officer Melvin Morrison
Brooks County High School
🚔 Officer Randy Smith
Quitman Elementary School
Please note that Georgia Milestones (GMAS) English Language Arts scores for the 2025–2026 school year have not yet been released due to the implementation of new standards last school year.
We want all of our Trojans healthy, present, and ready to learn! Regular attendance is important, but we also know there are times when students need to stay home and recover.
Here are a few guidelines to help families know when to keep a child home:
🌡️ FEVER: 100.4°F or higher
➡️ Students may return after being fever-free for at least 24 hours WITHOUT fever-reducing medication.
🚽 DIARRHEA: 3 or more loose/watery stools within 24 hours
➡️ Students may return after being free from diarrhea for at least 24 hours without medication.
🤢 VOMITING: 2 or more times within 24 hours
➡️ Students may return after being free from vomiting for at least 24 hours without medication.
💚 Remember: Every school day matters! Chronic absenteeism includes days missed for any reason, including excused absences. Missing just **10% of the school year—about 18 days—**can impact a student's academic progress.
If you're unsure whether your child is well enough to attend school, please contact your child's healthcare provider or school nurse for guidance.
🏫 Healthy students. Strong attendance. Successful Trojans.
Together, we can make every day count!
SchoolCare is an online medical charting program that has replaced the hard-copy student medical form that families received in previous years. All parents/guardians need to create a SchoolCare account and complete their student’s health information.
⚠️ This is especially important:
A student cannot be treated by the school nurse or receive over-the-counter medication unless their parent/guardian has created and completed their SchoolCare account.
💻 Through SchoolCare, you can:
✅ Provide important medical and health information
✅ Give permission for your child to be seen by the school nurse
✅ Give permission for approved over-the-counter medications
✅ Keep your child’s health information up to date throughout the year
🔒 Your student’s privacy matters. SchoolCare is HIPAA and FERPA compliant, and student information is kept secure and protected.
📲 Please don’t wait until your child needs the nurse! Take a few minutes to create your SchoolCare account and complete your student’s information now so our nurses can provide care when it’s needed.
❤️💙 Thank you for helping us keep our Trojans healthy, safe, and ready to learn!
