Brooks County Schools

📢Great Morning, Trojans! 🎉🏹Congratulations to all who made Friday's First-Ever Archery Tournament hosted at Brooks County a HUGE success! Please see the attached picture for a look at the first flight. A special thank you to our coaches, Lisa Vincent, Harley Williams, and Carter Brogdon for all the work they put in, and to Jack Pridgen and his staff for some innovative engineering to get the net placed. Noah Grage led all BCS archers with a personal-best 248, while Bo Wade paced the HS with a 245. Great Job to everyone! 🎉⚽Congratulations to our Varsity Boys' & Girls' Soccer Teams for their region wins over Lanier Co and Turner Co last week. Tuesday night we host Atkinson County in what will determine the region championship for the boys and the 2 seed for the girls. Seniors will also be recognized in between games. Please make it out to Veterans Stadium to check them out! 🎉⛳Congratulations to our Golf Program! Luke Hylton was low medalist shooting even par 36 at Francis Lake Thursday, and Noah Grage led the MS program in both of their matches, shooting 45 and 48. 🎉⚾⚽Congratulations to MS Baseball and MS Soccer for finishing their seasons with us already excited about next year! Baseball fell to Irwin County in the playoffs, but will only be graduating one 8th grader this season. Soccer Boys and Girls both ended on a high note with victories over Scintilla last week. ⚠We have another week full of opportunities for you to come catch your Trojans in action! 🙏Thank you for all you do for our student-athletes! #UN1TY🔗 #GoTrojans🔴🔵

📢✨ Quitman Elementary Hosts Leader in Me Community Day! ✨📢 Quitman Elementary School recently welcomed educators from across the region for a special Leader in Me Community Day, showcasing its commitment to leadership development among students in grades K-5! 🎉👩‍🏫 🏫💡 Student leaders proudly guided guests on tours, highlighting how leadership skills are integrated into daily learning. Visitors had the chance to observe Leader In Me lessons led by dedicated teachers and staff, seeing firsthand how the program fosters personal growth and goal-setting. 🎯📚 ⭐ A standout moment? Students sharing their leadership binders, tracking their goals, progress, and achievements! ✅✨ These interactive sessions showed just how much ownership our young learners take in their success. Principal Josh Price shared his thoughts on the day: 🗣️ "Today was an incredible day of collaboration and learning at Quitman Elementary School. Our students were absolutely outstanding, and we couldn’t have asked for a better opportunity to showcase their growth and leadership. We firmly believe in the impact of Leader in Me and look forward to seeing our students continue to grow into the remarkable leaders we know they can be!" 👏 A huge THANK YOU to everyone who made this day a success! Together, we are shaping the leaders of tomorrow! 💙❤️

You DO NOT want to miss out on the Brooks County School District Art Exhibition this year! Please join us at the BCHS Performing Arts Center Lobby on April 1st at 4:30 pm for the opening reception of the Art Exhibit. Winning artwork will be announced at 5:00 pm. We hope to see you there!

🌟 Celebrating Gifted Education Month! 🌟 Brooks County Schools is proud to recognize an incredible 41 staff members who have obtained their Gifted Certified credentials! 🎉👏 This achievement represents their dedication to providing innovative, enriched learning experiences that challenge and inspire our students every day. Having 41 gifted certified educators is a BIG DEAL, and we are so proud of their commitment to excellence! 🎓✨ Featured in our spotlight: 📖 Angie Tillman 🍎 Candace Brasington 📚 Meagan Goodin 🧪 Christine Hiers 📝 Anne Howard 🔬 Carrilee Overy Thank you to ALL 41 gifted-certified staff members for their hard work and dedication to empowering excellence in Brooks County Schools! 🎉👏

🌟 Board Member Spotlight: Dr. Diane Thomas 🌟 As we celebrate Board of Education Appreciation Week, we honor the dedicated leaders shaping the future of our schools! 🔹 Dr. Diane Thomas 🔹 Years on Board: 12 What inspired her to serve? "My inspiration is fueled by my Brooks County children! Even as a retired educator, I want to continue shaping the future of students and improving the educational system in my community. I believe I can make a greater impact as a board member while also serving as a spokesperson for the children I represent. I am committed to influencing local educational policies and ensuring we create the best possible learning environment for our students." What she loves most about Brooks County Schools: "I love our dynamic student population! When talking and working with them, I can feel their passion for success. One of the things that stands out about our district is the wide range of opportunities for student growth. Whether academic, athletic, or extracurricular, our students have so many paths to succeed and excel." What advice does she have for students? "Never give up!!! Be true to your dreams! Challenges and setbacks are part of the journey, and the journey is just as important as the destination. Learn to bounce back from failures and view them as opportunities for growth. Encourage yourself in a positive manner and REMEMBER, you control your destiny. So DREAM BIG!!!" Thank you, Dr. Thomas, for your passion and dedication to Brooks County Schools! ❤️💙

March is Youth Art Month and we love celebrating all of the wonderful art happening around Brooks County. The BCMS band has increased the number of students participating tremendously the last few years. They were also honored to play for our State Superintendent, Dr. Woods, when he visited earlier this year. You do not want to miss these phenomenal musicians at their Spring Concert. #BCSFineArts #ArtsEdGA #YouthArtMonth

Throwback Thursday: Class of 1998 Superlatives 🎓✨ We're taking it back to 1998! 🔥 The Brooks County High School Senior Class Superlatives were voted "most likely" to shine, succeed, and make a difference. From "Most Talented" to "Most Athletic," these seniors left their mark on BCHS! Tag a Class of '98 Trojan if you see them in the photo! 📸💙❤️

Delta Innovative School students have been trying their artistic hands at printmaking. Especially during Youth Art Month, but all of the time too, we love to see the way Ms. Vasquez challenges her students to explore new mediums of art! #BCSFineArts #ArtsEdGA #YouthArtMonth https://5il.co/3aa47

📢It's GameDay!! ⛳MS Golf vs TCC 📍Quitman CC ⏰3:30 🎉FREE!! ⛳Varsity Golf @ Echols Co 📍Francis Lake GC ⏰3:30 ⚽MS Soccer vs Scintilla 📍Veterans Stadium ⏰👧4:00 Girls ⏰👦5:15 Boys 💲5 🎾Varsity Tennis vs Lanier Co 📍BCHS Complex ⏰4:00 🎉FREE!! ⚾MS Baseball @ Irwin Co ⚠1st Round Playoffs ⏰4:30 First Pitch ⚽Varsity Soccer @ Turner Co ⏰5:00 Boys ONLY #UN1TY🔗 #GoTrojans🔴🔵

🚨 Now Hiring: Maintenance Workers! 🛠️ Brooks County Schools is looking for dedicated Maintenance Workers to join our team! If you have experience in general maintenance, repairs, and a passion for keeping our schools in top shape, we want to hear from you! Join us in providing a safe and well-maintained environment for our students and staff! Apply today! 📍 For more details or to apply, visit https://www.teachgeorgia.org/ or contact Jack Pridgen at the number below.

🌟 Board Member Spotlight: Kanan Simpson 🌟 As we celebrate Board of Education Appreciation Week, we’re excited to introduce one of our newest board members! 🔹 Kanan Simpson 🔹 Years on Board: First Year of Service What inspired him to serve? "I was motivated to serve on the Brooks County Board of Education to play a more active role, as both a parent and an advocate, in shaping the future of our school district. With a commitment to the success of our children, I am focused on ensuring that every student receives the best education possible while also supporting and strengthening our school system for continued success." What he loves most about Brooks County Schools: "I love the strong sense of community and the dedication to student success. I’ve witnessed firsthand how committed our administrators, faculty, and staff are to our children—going above and beyond to prepare them for both classroom success and real-world opportunities. As a parent, I’m confident that my children are in a supportive environment that fosters both academic achievement and personal growth." His advice for students: "Stay focused and never stop learning. As an IT professional, I always lean on the motto, 'The day you stop learning is the day you become obsolete.' This applies across the board! Embrace challenges as opportunities to grow. Don’t be afraid to ask questions or seek help when needed. Good luck! You can do it! Go Trojans!" Thank you, Mr. Simpson, for your dedication and fresh perspective in supporting the students of Brooks County Schools! ❤️💙

March is Youth in Arts Month, and we love celebrating all of the wonderful art happening in Brooks County! STEAM in Education stands for Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics. Mr. Staten at QES has done professional learning to gain ideas on how to integrate STEAM into his art classes. Here, you see students using spatial awareness to build different items with all types of mediums. #YouthArtMonth #BCSFineArts #ArtsEdGA

📢It's GameDay!! ⛳Varsity Golf vs Cook 📍Quitman Country Club ⏰3:30 💲FREE!! 👟💨Varsity Track @ Colquitt Co ⏰4:00 #UN1TY🔗 #GoTrojans🔴🔵

During the last Brooks County School District Student Services Meeting, where the school counselors and nurses get together to celebrate successes and collaborate to solve concerns, the nurses presented the idea of getting Ambu Bags (manual resuscitator) and LifeVacs in order to add to their arsenal of ways to create a safe environment and aid in case of an emergency. Ambu Bags are used in emergency situations to help patients breathe, and a LifeVac is a non-powered, portable suction device designed to clear a choking victim's airway by creating a vacuum. We love our nurses and how they work hard to always keep our students safe and healthy!!! #SchoolNurses

📢It's GameDay!! 👟💨BCMS Track @ Ben Hill MS ⏰3:30 pm ⚽BCMS Soccer @ Berrien ⚠1st Round Playoff ⏰👧4:30 Girls ⏰👦5:45 Boys ⚽Varsity Soccer @ Lanier Co ⏰👧5:00 Girls ⏰👦7:00 Boys ⚾Varsity Baseball vs Charlton Co 📍BCHS Complex ⏰5:30 💲6 🎉HS Fall Sports Banquet 📍BCHS Cafeteria ⏰6:00 #UN1TY🔗 #GoTrojans🔴🔵

🌟 Board Member Spotlight: Andrew Shiver 🌟 As we celebrate Board of Education Appreciation Week, we’re recognizing the dedicated individuals working to make a difference in our schools! 🔹 Andrew Shiver 🔹 Years on Board: 1 (Serving since April 2023) What inspired him to serve? "Having two girls in the school system encouraged me to become a more involved and educated parent. I want to use this position to ensure that our schools will be the best they can be—not only for my daughters but for all of Brooks County's students." What he loves most about Brooks County Schools: "The teachers and administration truly care about each and every student." His advice for students: "Hard, consistent work pays off. Set clear goals and work toward them as you develop the skills that will lead to success in life." Thank you, Mr. Shiver, for your dedication to the students and families of Brooks County Schools! ❤️💙

🚨 Tomorrow is the Day! 🚨 Pre-K Registration for the Class of 2039 opens TOMORROW at The Early Learning Center! 🎉🎓 Know a little one ready to start their Trojan journey? Tag a friend or family member who needs to enroll! Don’t miss this opportunity to give them a strong start in Brooks County Schools! 🏫✨

It is Youth Art Month, and the Brooks County High School Art Students are showing up and showing out! Here is just a small sampling of the beautiful, intricate and amazing work being produced at the high school. These images depict the styles of realistic, abstract and non-objective acrylic painting. Thank Mrs. Akens for all of your work with our art students!!! #BCSFineArts #ArtsEdGA #YouthArtMonth

📢It's GameDay! ⛳BCMS Golf vs Scintilla 📍Quitman County Club ⏰3:30 pm 💲FREE! ⚽BCMS Soccer vs Ben Hill 📍Veterans Stadium ⏰👧4:00 Girls ⏰👦5:30 Boys 💲5 #UN1TY🔗 #GoTrojans🔴🔵

📢Great Morning, Trojan Nation! 🎉Congratulations to all of the following: ⛳Varsity Golf - Luke Hylton - 38 (LM) vs Cook ⛳MS Golf - Noah Grage - 49 vs Thomasville ⚽Varsity Boys Soccer - Wins over Irwin & Echols ⚽Varsity Girls Soccer - Win over Echols 🤸‍♀️Gymnastics - Bella Raleigh - 32.95 overall - 8.5 State Qualifying Score on Bars ⚾JV Baseball - Win over Berrien 👟💨Varsity Track - Girls     K'Mina Grier: 1st 100 m      Sad'e Nesome: 1st 100 m Hurdles & 2nd Triple Jump  Rah'asia Frazier: 2nd Discus Janiyah Thomas: 2nd High Jump ⚾MS Baseball - Win over Scintilla to secure a playoff spot!!                        16-7 conquest of TCC to finish the regular season     "B" Team 1-0 win over Clinch Co                        Playoffs begin this week with opponent TBA ⚠🏹Make plans to attend the FIRST EVER Archery Match to be hosted at Brooks County High School, Friday at 5:00 pm. 🙏Thank you for all you do for our student athletes! #UN1TY🔗 #GoTrojans🔴🔵