Brooks County Schools

The Trojan family is saddened to hear of the passing of Mr. Ron Peterson. To view his full obituary, follow this link:
https://mcdonaldandson.com/

Let’s help kids eat, learn, and stay safe this summer. Send parents and caregivers in your community to GeorgiaSummer.org, where they can access a variety of helpful resources—all in one place. #SchoolsOutGA http://bit.ly/2HuUodY

CCLC Has Openings Available! 📣
Tiny Trojans CCLC currently has openings for Infants, 1-Year-Olds, 2-Year-Olds, and 3-Year-Olds—with limited infant spots available!
✨ Affordable weekly rates
✨ Convenient location
Applications are now being accepted at:
📍 Tiny Trojans CCLC
1081 Barwick Road
Quitman, GA 31643
Required documents include a birth certificate and updated immunization record.
Hours of Operation
Summer 7:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Monday - Thursday
School year - 7:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Monday - Friday

📚🚔 BCSPD was honored to attend the 2026 Georgia School Safety & Homeland Security Conference in Savannah, Georgia!

This conference provided valuable training, networking opportunities, and the latest information on keeping our schools safe and secure. During the event, SRO Smith had the privilege of meeting one of the survivors of the Sandy Hook tragedy, a powerful reminder of the importance of our mission to protect students and staff every day.

Chief Casey Cope also had the opportunity to share his expertise by teaching a session on conducting effective school searches, helping fellow school safety professionals from across the state enhance their knowledge and preparedness.

We are committed to continuing our education, building partnerships, and bringing the best school safety practices back to Brooks County Schools.

We are proud to feature our Brooks County 2026 Teachers of the Year each week this summer! This week we are highlighting Kristy Malone, Quitman Elementary Teacher of the Year. To read more about Mrs. Malone and her educational journey, please use this link: https://aptg.co/4lK_j8

🎓✨ Brooks County Middle School TORCH Academy ✨🎓

Mark your calendars! 📅

Join us for TORCH Academy on Monday, August 17, 2026 from 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.

This is a great opportunity for students and families to learn more about expectations, make connections, and get prepared for a successful school year at BCMS!

📍 Brooks County Middle School
🗓️ August 17, 2026
⏰ 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM

We look forward to seeing our students and families there as we kick off an amazing year together!

Below are the dates and times for Open House and Orientation at each of our schools.

📢 Health Services Available for Brooks County Families! 🩺❤️

Did you know that the local Health Department offers a variety of services to help keep your family healthy and thriving?

These services are designed to support individuals and families at every stage of life. We encourage all parents to review the attached flyer and take advantage of the valuable resources available in our community.

📄 See the attached Department of Health flyer for more information, eligibility requirements, and contact details.

Congratulations to Gregory Stewart, BCHS Class of 2018!

The most regulated kitchen in our community is not a Michelin-starred restaurant. It is the school cafeteria, and the people running it show up to feed our students every day, even during the summer. They prepare breakfast and lunch for the ECHOES and Boys and Girls Club Summer Programs, and they distribute hundreds of meals each week during the summer to feed our county's students. And the food is delicious! We are extremely grateful to our School Nutrition Program in Brooks County Schools--you are amazing!

We are extremely proud of Mr. Goins and our Theatre program!

The Brooks County High School Construction Department has successfully achieved State Certification through ConstructionReady, the governing body for construction education programs across the state.
This prestigious certification is the result of a rigorous, year-long process that included:
• Comprehensive documentation of student work, skills mastery, and academic achievements
• Demonstration of meaningful community relations and positive local impact
• Detailed review of classroom and lab setups, equipment usage, and instructional practices
• Strong evidence of industry involvement, partnerships, and support
• Successful issuance of nationally recognized Safety certificates to students
This accomplishment reflects the outstanding dedication of the Construction Department
instructor, Mr. Mitchell, the hard work and talent of the students, and the collaborative support of
local industry partners and the community. State Certification through ConstructionReady affirms that Brooks County High School’s Construction program meets the highest standards for preparing students for successful careers in the construction industry.

Each year, the Georgia Department of Education ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) Program, in collaboration with the statewide English Learner Advisory Committee, honors one exemplary English Language Learner and one exemplary ESOL teacher from each school district in Georgia. This year, Brooks County Schools proudly recognized Karla Zepeda Rivera – Exemplary ESOL Learner, and Brooks County High School Class of 2026 Honor Graduate; and Jan Hasenfelt – Exemplary ESOL Teacher. Students selected for the Exemplary English Learner recognition must maintain a minimum 3.5 GPA while demonstrating leadership, exemplary character, and outstanding behavior. Jan Hasenfelt was selected by the district as the Exemplary ESOL Teacher. This recognition honors educators who make a meaningful impact on English learners through professionalism, leadership, and dedication to students and families.

Please remember our monthly recognition of outstanding alumni from Brooks County High School! Submit your nominations today!

Congratulations to our 2026 Retirees! We will miss you!