This is a reminder that students will be out of school on Monday, February 18th, and Tuesday, February 19th.
Classes will resume on Wednesday, February 20th.
We hope everyone enjoys the extended break!

Monday, February 16, 2026 11:00AM
Central Office Professional Learning Room

"Our 6th graders at Claxton Middle School spent last week diving into the world of possibilities! They put their memory and professional knowledge to the test with a high-energy game of Career Concentration. Who knew planning for the future could be this much fun?"




Introducing the NEW My Ride K-12 App! Sign up Today!
We’re excited to announce the upcoming launch of My Ride K-12, a powerful student transportation app by Tyler Technologies that helps families stay connected and informed about their child’s school bus — in real time!
With My Ride K-12, parents and guardians can:
✔️ Track buses in real time — see exact locations and estimated arrival times
✔️ Receive instant notifications about delays, route changes, or important transportation updates
✔️ Access a parent portal to view pick-up/drop-off events and manage student profiles
✔️ Share access with another parent or guardian quickly and securely
How to Get Started
1. Download the app: Search “My Ride K-12” in the Apple App Store or Google Play Store
OR Register Online using the detailed instructions in the link below.
2. Find your district within the app. You can search for “Evans County” or ”ECSS”.
3. Register or log in with a unique user email and password.
4. Add your student using the unique student ID. A text from the transportation department with your child’s ID was sent the last week of December.
5. Access anytime via the app or at myridek12.tylerapp.com.
Detailed Instructions with pictures can be found here:
English: https://tinyurl.com/myura8s3
Spanish: https://tinyurl.com/489fvzyz
French: https://tinyurl.com/4raydsn3
This new tool will help keep families informed and students safe with timely, accurate transportation updates.


CMS 7th grade students participated in a hands-on learning activity using protractors and notecards to explore complementary and supplementary angles. They began by measuring pre-cut angles and then applied their knowledge of angle relationships to find the measures of missing adjacent angles.
It was great to see them demonstrating such a strong understanding of geometric concepts through active learning! 🔍📏



Chosen by Mrs. Kelly’s students, Mr. Burney was recognized for his endless encouragement and for making music come alive in the classroom. His dedication and kindness create a space where our students’ creativity can truly sing. Thank you, Mr. Burney, for sharing your light (and your music) with our school! 🎹✨

Mr. Lewis' US History students put a new spin on 1812! After learning about the War of 1812 and the birth of our national anthem- The Star-Spangled Banner, students wrote and performed their very own versions.
It’s one thing to memorize history—it’s another to perform it! Great job to all these creative historians. 🐯🥁
#HistoryRemixed #HandsOnLearning #ClaxtonHigh #WarOf1812


We also want to thank all the local businesses that participated in collecting donations and every person who made a donation. Every single item donated has made a difference, and we are truly grateful for the support shown to our students and families.
We are proud to be part of such a caring and giving community!














If you walk by Ms. Johnson’s room, you might see students hard at work on creating various beverages for the Drink Cart orders that faculty and staff have ordered, but the real magic is happening behind the scenes with the students' monthly budgets.
Students are learning that a paycheck is more than just spending money—it's about responsibility. By using the "earnings" from their time working at the Drink Cart to pay for simulated "living expenses" (rent, phone bills, and utilities), they are developing the habits they need for life after graduation.
Once the bills are settled, the remaining "profit" can be used for snacks and drinks. This hands-on approach to budgeting turns abstract math into a tangible life skill. Great job, Ms. Johnson. Ms. Martin, Ms. McNeal, and students! We hear from faculty and staff that the drinks are delicious!
#Adulting101 #BudgetingSkills #CareerPrep #TigerPride










The Claxton Elementary School Nutrition team successfully completed the Administrative Review audit this past week with a perfect review and no findings. This outstanding result reflects months of preparation and the team’s consistent professionalism, attention to detail, and commitment to serving students. Thank you to the Claxton Elementary School Nutrition team for your dedication and hard work. This morning, they celebrated this accomplishment with a cake from Dairy Queen.



🥐☕ Guest Reader Breakfast – Tuesday, March 3rd at 9:00 AM
We’re excited to kick off Read Across America Week with a special Guest Reader Breakfast, followed by classroom read-alouds beginning at 9:30 AM.
📖💙 With 45 homerooms, we would LOVE to fill every classroom with a guest reader on Tuesday morning to share the joy of reading with our students!
⏰ Can’t make it Tuesday morning? No problem! We’d still love to schedule you as a guest reader anytime between 9:00 AM–2:30 PM throughout the week.
Being a guest reader is a meaningful way to inspire a love of books, connect with students, and support our school community. 🌟
📩 Interested in participating?
Contact Kayleigh Hunter at khunter@evanscountyschools.org
or call 912-739-2714 to reserve a reading slot.
Let’s work together to make Read Across America Week magical for our students! 🎉📚
#ReadySetGrow #ReadAcrossAmerica

Is it a movie set? No, it's math class! Coach Transue’s Advanced Algebra students are currently mastering exponential functions by simulating a zombie virus outbreak.
Using a population simulation with different markers, students tracked how a single "infection" can spread through a crowd. By shaking the population bags and recording how many new "zombies" appeared in each round, students were able to visualize:
Exponential Growth: How quickly a virus can spread through a healthy population.
Exponential Decay: The rapid reduction of the healthy population over time.
It was a fantastic, hands-on way to turn abstract equations into real-world (and fictional-world!) data. Great job, Tigers! 🖤💛
#AdvancedAlgebra #ExponentialGrowth #MathSimulation #HandsOnLearning







Week of February 9–14, 2026
Monday – February 9
No events scheduled
Tuesday – February 10
- CMS Baseball @ Langston Chapel – 4:30 PM
- CHS Basketball @ Metter - JV Boys – 4:15 PM - Varsity – 6:00 PM
- CHS Soccer vs Valdosta – 5:00 PM / 7:00 PM (Home)
Wednesday – February 11
- CHS Baseball @ New Hampstead – 6:00 PM
Thursday – February 12
- CMS Baseball vs Langston Chapel – 4:30 PM (Home)
- CMS Soccer @ Liberty – 4:15 PM / 5:15 PM
- CHS Basketball vs Jenkins – No JV - Varsity – 6:00 PM (Home)
Friday – February 13
-CHS Soccer @ Jenkins County – 5:00 PM / 7:00 PM
- CHS Baseball @ Liberty County – 5:30 PM
Saturday – February 14
- CHS Basketball vs Savannah (Home)
JV Boys – 1:30 PM - Varsity – 3:00 PM
🎉 Senior Night & Basketball Wee Cheer

Join us in Statesboro to support some of our incredibly talented CMS and CHS musicians! These students have earned the honor of performing alongside the top middle and high school musicians from across the South Georgia area in District Honor Band.
We would love to see a sea of Black and Gold in the audience to cheer them on!
📅 Event Schedule:
3:00 PM – Middle School Performance including CMS student Mateo Tepetate
3:45 PM – 9th & 10th Grade Performance including CHS students Colton Emanuel and Aaliyah Beasley
4:30 PM – 11th & 12th Grade Performance including CHS students Mario Garcia and Lane Lujan
📍 Location: Georgia Southern Performing Arts Center (PAC) 🗓️ Date: Tomorrow, Saturday, February 7, 2026
Congratulations to these students for their hard work and dedication to their craft. Thank you to CMS Band Director Melanie Grimes and CHS Band Director Alfredo Maruri for all the time they have put in helping our students get ready for this amazing opportunity. Let's show them some Tiger love! 🐯🖤💛
#ClaxtonMusic #DistrictHonorBand #SouthGeorgiaMusicians #TigerPride

Katrina Rushing, CMS School Governance Team Business Partner and former CES and CMS School Counselor, along with former CES School Counselor April Smith, celebrated Evans County’s School Counselors with a meal, laughter, and lots of love during School Counselor Week.
Thank you, ladies, for making these amazing counselors feel as special as they truly are!
We are so grateful for the dedication, support, and heart our counselors bring to our students every single day. 💛🖤
#SchoolCounselorWeek #CMSPride #BlackAndGold #EvansCountyStrong

Claxton Elementary Pre-K registration opens February 17, 2026!
✅ Eligibility:
Children must be 4 years old by September 1st to register.
🖥 Registration Options:
Online: Beginning February 17th at evans.k12.ga.us
In Person: Email Monica Stroud to schedule an appointment at
📧 monicastroud@evanscountyschools.org
📄 Required Documents (Mandatory):
Birth Certificate
Social Security Card
Parent(s) Picture ID
GA Immunization Form
Ear, Eye, Dental Form
Proof of Residency
(Electric bill in parent’s name, notarized lease agreement, or car tag registration)
Food Stamp or Medicaid card (if applicable)
⚠️ Spots are limited and will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis.
Please help us spread the word by sharing this post!

Happy National School Counselors Week to Ms. Tasha Grantham! Whether she’s meeting academic needs, supporting social-emotional growth, or lending a helping hand to our staff and families, she does it all with grace and a smile.
Ms. Grantham, thank you for being the glue that holds our school community together. We appreciate you more than words can say! 🧡📚
#SchoolCounselorsWeek #CESStrong #Gratitude

