📚❤️ Read Across America Week at Claxton Elementary! ❤️📚
On Tuesday, we kicked off our celebrations with a wonderful Guest Reader Breakfast and we were thrilled to welcome over 50 guest readers to CES! This special event was part of our schoolwide recognition of Read Across America in honor of Dr. Seuss’s birthday on March 2nd.
🌟 A HUGE Thank You to All Our Volunteers! 🌟
Your time, enthusiasm, and support made this event incredibly special. Our classrooms were filled with excitement, imagination, and joy because of you. We appreciate each and every one of you! Volunteers from across the community came to read to students in Pre‑K through 5th grade, and we are so grateful for each person who took time out of their busy day to share the joy of reading with our students.
We also want to give a special shout‑out to Mrs. Hart, our Culinary Arts teacher, and her talented students, for preparing the delicious breakfast that started our morning off right.
Reading aloud plays a vital role in helping children grow as readers. It builds vocabulary, strengthens listening skills, supports brain development, and nurtures emotional intelligence. It is truly an essential part of early literacy.
💛🐯📚 Thank you all for making Read Across America Week unforgettable at CES!
Our Pre‑K students had the best time on February 24 when the Dental Assisting students from Ogeechee Technical College stopped by for a fun and educational visit! 😄🦷✨
The four college students came with big smiles, hands‑on activities, and toothbrushes for everyone. They showed our little learners how to brush the right way and why taking care of their teeth helps them grow strong, healthy smiles. 🪥💙
Our students loved practicing, asking questions, and laughing their way through the activities—it was a memorable morning! 📚💫
We’re so grateful for our friends at Ogeechee Technical College for sharing their time and supporting our students. Community partners like you help our smiles shine a little brighter! 🤝💛
The four college students came with big smiles, hands‑on activities, and toothbrushes for everyone. They showed our little learners how to brush the right way and why taking care of their teeth helps them grow strong, healthy smiles. 🪥💙
Our students loved practicing, asking questions, and laughing their way through the activities—it was a memorable morning! 📚💫
We’re so grateful for our friends at Ogeechee Technical College for sharing their time and supporting our students. Community partners like you help our smiles shine a little brighter! 🤝💛
🚀 A Huge Success: The 2nd Annual C-Day at The DEN! 🎓
CHS and The Den would like to extend a massive Thank You to the incredible organizations and individuals who helped make our 2nd Annual C-Day (Career, College, and Community) a triumph! By sharing your expertise, you are helping our Tigers map out their futures.
A special shout-out to our College and Career Showcase participants who met with all of our students throughout the day:
⚡ Industry & Energy: ACE Electric, SACK Company, Canoochee EMC, Yancey Bros, Claxton Poultry
🏦 Finance: Tippins Bank, Claxton Bank, South Georgia Bank
🏥 Health & Community: Evans Memorial Hospital, Hagan Autism Center (Nathaniel O'Bear), Miranda Garrido, Job Training Unlimited
🎓 Education & Military: OTC Culinary Department, Army Reserves (Jason Trujillo), US Army, US Marines, Georgia Southern University/East Georgia State College, and Ogeechee Technical College
Thank you for investing in the Class of 2026 and beyond! 🐯🖤💛
#TheDEN #CDay2026 #CareerReady #CollegeBound #CommunityPartners #ClaxtonTigers
CHS and The Den would like to extend a massive Thank You to the incredible organizations and individuals who helped make our 2nd Annual C-Day (Career, College, and Community) a triumph! By sharing your expertise, you are helping our Tigers map out their futures.
A special shout-out to our College and Career Showcase participants who met with all of our students throughout the day:
⚡ Industry & Energy: ACE Electric, SACK Company, Canoochee EMC, Yancey Bros, Claxton Poultry
🏦 Finance: Tippins Bank, Claxton Bank, South Georgia Bank
🏥 Health & Community: Evans Memorial Hospital, Hagan Autism Center (Nathaniel O'Bear), Miranda Garrido, Job Training Unlimited
🎓 Education & Military: OTC Culinary Department, Army Reserves (Jason Trujillo), US Army, US Marines, Georgia Southern University/East Georgia State College, and Ogeechee Technical College
Thank you for investing in the Class of 2026 and beyond! 🐯🖤💛
#TheDEN #CDay2026 #CareerReady #CollegeBound #CommunityPartners #ClaxtonTigers
Claxton Tiger Athletics Updates:
⚾ CMS Baseball: ⚾
Claxton Middle School Baseball will travel to Screven Middle School
🕟 4:30 PM start
💵 Cash only – $7 admission
⚽ CMS Soccer: ⚽
Girls Soccer will play at the Screven High School football field
🕟 4:30 PM start
💵 Cash only – $7 admission
🏃♂️ CHS Track scheduled for Thursday, 3/5/26 has been moved up to Wednesday, 3/4/26 at 4:00 PM.
Please make plans accordingly and come out to support our Tigers! 🐾 #ClaxtonTigerAthletics #RestoreTheRoar
⚾ CMS Baseball: ⚾
Claxton Middle School Baseball will travel to Screven Middle School
🕟 4:30 PM start
💵 Cash only – $7 admission
⚽ CMS Soccer: ⚽
Girls Soccer will play at the Screven High School football field
🕟 4:30 PM start
💵 Cash only – $7 admission
🏃♂️ CHS Track scheduled for Thursday, 3/5/26 has been moved up to Wednesday, 3/4/26 at 4:00 PM.
Please make plans accordingly and come out to support our Tigers! 🐾 #ClaxtonTigerAthletics #RestoreTheRoar
Big things are happening with the CMS/CHS Jazz Band! 🎷🎺
Since restarting the program in January 2025, our students have shown incredible growth. On Friday, February 13, 2026 twelve of our talented musicians represented Claxton at the District Jazz Band held at Georgia Southern University. This is a massive leap from last year, when the program was represented by just one student!
Congratulations to our 2026 honorees: Michael Griffin, Aaliyah Beasley, Colton Emanuel, Mario Garcia, Aubrey Hendrix, Yvonne Hung, Lane Lujan, Jason Newman, Mitchell Newman, Ramon Soto Dentil, Rayvelis Soto Dentil, and Rachel Wilkie.
Our Tigers performed in all four honor bands, with several students earning featured solos during the event. We are incredibly proud of the hard work these musicians have put in to find their rhythm so quickly. The future of Claxton Jazz is sounding bright! 🎶
#ClaxtonJazz #DistrictHonorBand #GeorgiaSouthern #TigerPride #MusicEducation
Since restarting the program in January 2025, our students have shown incredible growth. On Friday, February 13, 2026 twelve of our talented musicians represented Claxton at the District Jazz Band held at Georgia Southern University. This is a massive leap from last year, when the program was represented by just one student!
Congratulations to our 2026 honorees: Michael Griffin, Aaliyah Beasley, Colton Emanuel, Mario Garcia, Aubrey Hendrix, Yvonne Hung, Lane Lujan, Jason Newman, Mitchell Newman, Ramon Soto Dentil, Rayvelis Soto Dentil, and Rachel Wilkie.
Our Tigers performed in all four honor bands, with several students earning featured solos during the event. We are incredibly proud of the hard work these musicians have put in to find their rhythm so quickly. The future of Claxton Jazz is sounding bright! 🎶
#ClaxtonJazz #DistrictHonorBand #GeorgiaSouthern #TigerPride #MusicEducation
Mrs. Stephens’ 8th grade Physical Science class lit up the lab while exploring how light reflects and refracts
Students traced glowing beams as they bounced off mirrors and bent through lenses, discovering how:
🔹 Plane mirrors reflect light at equal angles
🔹 Concave mirrors and convex lenses bring light together at a focal point
🔹 Convex mirrors and concave lenses spread light outward
But here’s where it connects to you.
When you check your reflection in the bathroom mirror, you’re seeing the law of reflection in action.
When you glance at your car’s side mirror and notice the wider view, that’s a convex mirror helping you see more of the world around you.
If you wear glasses or contacts, tiny lenses are bending light so your eyes can focus clearly.
Light is constantly bouncing and bending around you, quietly following the same rules our students tested. Once you understand those rules, you start to notice them everywhere.
Celebrating Our MLK Oratorical Competition Winners!
On Saturday, February 28th, the Evans County Afro-American Society hosted the annual MLK Oratorical Competition in the CMS/CHS Cafeteria. We are incredibly proud of the students who delivered powerful messages highlighting individuals who used critical thinking to solve problems and create positive change toward equality.
Please join us in congratulating our 2026 winners:
Grades 3–5
🥇 1st Place – Jordan Hendrix
🥈 2nd Place – Angel Mendez-Cerro
🥉 3rd Place – Esanti Hines
Grades 6–8
🥇 1st Place – Milla Partin
🥈 2nd Place – Ka'Marianna Palmer
🥉 3rd Place – Mayson English
Grades 9–12
🥇 1st Place – Karina Munoz
🥈 2nd Place – Abigail Griffin
🥉 3rd Place – Ayden Brewton
While our K-2 students did not participate in the live oratorical competition, they were evaluated based on their written submissions:
🥇 1st Place – Piper McKinnon
🥈 2nd Place – Rhasier Lawson
🥉 3rd Place – Adaline Rushing
Thank you to all of our participants, families, and staff who made this event such a meaningful celebration of student voice, courage, and leadership.
On Saturday, February 28th, the Evans County Afro-American Society hosted the annual MLK Oratorical Competition in the CMS/CHS Cafeteria. We are incredibly proud of the students who delivered powerful messages highlighting individuals who used critical thinking to solve problems and create positive change toward equality.
Please join us in congratulating our 2026 winners:
Grades 3–5
🥇 1st Place – Jordan Hendrix
🥈 2nd Place – Angel Mendez-Cerro
🥉 3rd Place – Esanti Hines
Grades 6–8
🥇 1st Place – Milla Partin
🥈 2nd Place – Ka'Marianna Palmer
🥉 3rd Place – Mayson English
Grades 9–12
🥇 1st Place – Karina Munoz
🥈 2nd Place – Abigail Griffin
🥉 3rd Place – Ayden Brewton
While our K-2 students did not participate in the live oratorical competition, they were evaluated based on their written submissions:
🥇 1st Place – Piper McKinnon
🥈 2nd Place – Rhasier Lawson
🥉 3rd Place – Adaline Rushing
Thank you to all of our participants, families, and staff who made this event such a meaningful celebration of student voice, courage, and leadership.
🏀 All-Region Honors: The Tigers Roar! 🐯
Join us in celebrating our CHS Tigers Basketball players who have been recognized for their incredible skill and dedication this season! These young men have worked tirelessly on the hardwood, and their efforts have officially been noticed across the region.
🏆 All-Region 1st Team:
Ced'Veon Bell (Sophomore)
Jeremiah Brewton (Sophomore)
👏 All-Region Honorable Mentions:
Cristian Atkinson (Freshman)
Keiyan Williams (Freshman)
The future of Claxton Basketball is looking very bright with these sophomores and freshmen leading the way. We are so proud of your hard work and Tiger Pride! 🖤💛
#ClaxtonBasketball #AllRegion #TigerPride #StudentAthletes
Join us in celebrating our CHS Tigers Basketball players who have been recognized for their incredible skill and dedication this season! These young men have worked tirelessly on the hardwood, and their efforts have officially been noticed across the region.
🏆 All-Region 1st Team:
Ced'Veon Bell (Sophomore)
Jeremiah Brewton (Sophomore)
👏 All-Region Honorable Mentions:
Cristian Atkinson (Freshman)
Keiyan Williams (Freshman)
The future of Claxton Basketball is looking very bright with these sophomores and freshmen leading the way. We are so proud of your hard work and Tiger Pride! 🖤💛
#ClaxtonBasketball #AllRegion #TigerPride #StudentAthletes
We are excited for a week of Tennis, Soccer, Baseball and Track with Claxton High School Tiger Athletics! See the Weekly Schedule for March 2nd–7th, 2026 below:
Monday – 3/2/26:
🎾 JV Tennis vs Statesboro – 4:00 PM (HOME)
⚾ CHS Baseball @ Screven Co – 5:30 PM
Tuesday – 3/3/26:
🎾 CHS Varsity Tennis @ Toombs – 4:00 PM
⚽ CMS Soccer (Girls Only) @ Screven – 4:15 PM
⚾ CMS Baseball @ Screven – 4:30 PM
⚽ CHS Soccer @ MCA – 5:00 / 7:00 PM
⚾ CHS Baseball @ McIntosh – 6:00 PM
Thursday – 3/5/26:
🎾 CHS Varsity Tennis @ Pinewood – 4:00 PM
🏃♂️ CHS Track Home Meet – 4:00 PM (HOME)
⚽ CMS Soccer vs Bryan Co – 4:15 / 5:15 PM (HOME)
⚾ CMS Baseball vs Screven Co – 4:30 PM (HOME)
Friday – 3/6/26:
⚽ CHS Soccer (Girls) @ Screven Co – 5:00 PM
⚾ CHS Baseball vs McIntosh Co – 6:00 PM (HOME)
🐯 Let’s hear it for our Tiger Athletes!
🖤💛 Let’s Go Black and Gold! 💛🖤
Monday – 3/2/26:
🎾 JV Tennis vs Statesboro – 4:00 PM (HOME)
⚾ CHS Baseball @ Screven Co – 5:30 PM
Tuesday – 3/3/26:
🎾 CHS Varsity Tennis @ Toombs – 4:00 PM
⚽ CMS Soccer (Girls Only) @ Screven – 4:15 PM
⚾ CMS Baseball @ Screven – 4:30 PM
⚽ CHS Soccer @ MCA – 5:00 / 7:00 PM
⚾ CHS Baseball @ McIntosh – 6:00 PM
Thursday – 3/5/26:
🎾 CHS Varsity Tennis @ Pinewood – 4:00 PM
🏃♂️ CHS Track Home Meet – 4:00 PM (HOME)
⚽ CMS Soccer vs Bryan Co – 4:15 / 5:15 PM (HOME)
⚾ CMS Baseball vs Screven Co – 4:30 PM (HOME)
Friday – 3/6/26:
⚽ CHS Soccer (Girls) @ Screven Co – 5:00 PM
⚾ CHS Baseball vs McIntosh Co – 6:00 PM (HOME)
🐯 Let’s hear it for our Tiger Athletes!
🖤💛 Let’s Go Black and Gold! 💛🖤
🌟 What a wonderful day at Claxton Elementary! 🌟
On Wednesday, February 25th, we held our annual Black History Month program, and it was an incredible celebration! 🖤❤️💛💚
Our amazing students read inspiring stories about influential Black leaders right here in our local community, and we were all treated to a fantastic student dance performance! 💃🏾🕺🏽
We also announced the winners of our staff contests. Help us congratulate these amazing teachers:
🚪 Door Decorating Contest: 🥇 1st Place goes to Mrs. Sheely, and 🥈 2nd Place goes to Mrs. Phillips!
👗 Dress-Up Contest: 🏆 Our winner is Mrs. Christina Driggers!
Thank you to all of our students and staff who helped make this program so special and memorable! 👏🏾🎉
On Wednesday, February 25th, we held our annual Black History Month program, and it was an incredible celebration! 🖤❤️💛💚
Our amazing students read inspiring stories about influential Black leaders right here in our local community, and we were all treated to a fantastic student dance performance! 💃🏾🕺🏽
We also announced the winners of our staff contests. Help us congratulate these amazing teachers:
🚪 Door Decorating Contest: 🥇 1st Place goes to Mrs. Sheely, and 🥈 2nd Place goes to Mrs. Phillips!
👗 Dress-Up Contest: 🏆 Our winner is Mrs. Christina Driggers!
Thank you to all of our students and staff who helped make this program so special and memorable! 👏🏾🎉
📣⚽ CLAXTON HIGH SCHOOL SOCCER AWAY GAME UPDATE – PLEASE READ ⚽📣
Our Tigers are headed to McIntosh High School tomorrow, Tuesday, March 3, 2026 for an exciting night of soccer! 🐯⚽
🕔 Varsity Girls kick off at 5:00 PM
🕖 Varsity Boys kick off at 7:00 PM
📢 Per information from McIntosh’s Head Coach:
🚫 There will be NO concessions available.
💧 A water cooler will be available.
🏟️ All fans must sit on the home side of the field.
Let’s pack the stands, bring the energy, and support our Tigers on the road! 💛🖤⚽🔥
#GoTigers 🐯⚽
Our Tigers are headed to McIntosh High School tomorrow, Tuesday, March 3, 2026 for an exciting night of soccer! 🐯⚽
🕔 Varsity Girls kick off at 5:00 PM
🕖 Varsity Boys kick off at 7:00 PM
📢 Per information from McIntosh’s Head Coach:
🚫 There will be NO concessions available.
💧 A water cooler will be available.
🏟️ All fans must sit on the home side of the field.
Let’s pack the stands, bring the energy, and support our Tigers on the road! 💛🖤⚽🔥
#GoTigers 🐯⚽
🐾 Help Our Furry Friends! 🐾
The 7th Grade Career Classes are hosting a donation drive for the Evans County Animal Shelter, and we need your help to make it a success! 🐶🐱
Every donation goes directly toward helping local animals feel comfortable and loved while they wait for their forever homes.
🗓️ When:
March 2nd – March 11th
📍 Where:
Drop off your donations at B. Smith’s Classroom (Room G-110).
🦴 What to Donate:
We are currently collecting:
Food: Dog food & Cat food (canned or dry)
Comfort: Towels & Blankets
Fun: Toys & Treats
Questions? Please contact B. Smith in Room G-110 for more information.
Let’s show our Evans County animals some love! Please share this post to help us spread the word! 🐾💛
The 7th Grade Career Classes are hosting a donation drive for the Evans County Animal Shelter, and we need your help to make it a success! 🐶🐱
Every donation goes directly toward helping local animals feel comfortable and loved while they wait for their forever homes.
🗓️ When:
March 2nd – March 11th
📍 Where:
Drop off your donations at B. Smith’s Classroom (Room G-110).
🦴 What to Donate:
We are currently collecting:
Food: Dog food & Cat food (canned or dry)
Comfort: Towels & Blankets
Fun: Toys & Treats
Questions? Please contact B. Smith in Room G-110 for more information.
Let’s show our Evans County animals some love! Please share this post to help us spread the word! 🐾💛
🌸 March Menus Have Sprung! 🌸
March is here, and so are our new school breakfast and lunch menus! We’re excited to serve meals that are nutritious, delicious, and designed to keep students energized and focused throughout the day.
Breakfast and lunch menus can be found by going here: https://www.evans.k12.ga.us/dining
View, download, and print monthly menus by scrolling to the bottom of the page.
#FuelingGA #FuelingEvans
March is here, and so are our new school breakfast and lunch menus! We’re excited to serve meals that are nutritious, delicious, and designed to keep students energized and focused throughout the day.
Breakfast and lunch menus can be found by going here: https://www.evans.k12.ga.us/dining
View, download, and print monthly menus by scrolling to the bottom of the page.
#FuelingGA #FuelingEvans
Congratulations to CMS 8th grader Rylee Lane! She placed 2nd in the Evans County Wildlife Essay Contest. We are proud of you, Rylee! Thank you for bringing your best and representing CMS!
🎓 Class of 2026: It’s Time to Share the News! 🎓
Seniors, you’ve worked hard for four years—now it’s time to make it official! Have you ordered your graduation announcements yet?
Custom announcements are the perfect way to invite loved ones to graduation and keep as a keepsake for years to come. Herff Jones offers a variety of styles and packages to fit every graduate's personality.
💻 Where to Order: Visit www.gradnow.com
Make sure you have everything you need to celebrate your achievement! 🐯🖤💛
#ClassOf2026 #GraduationBound #SeniorYear #HerffJones
Seniors, you’ve worked hard for four years—now it’s time to make it official! Have you ordered your graduation announcements yet?
Custom announcements are the perfect way to invite loved ones to graduation and keep as a keepsake for years to come. Herff Jones offers a variety of styles and packages to fit every graduate's personality.
💻 Where to Order: Visit www.gradnow.com
Make sure you have everything you need to celebrate your achievement! 🐯🖤💛
#ClassOf2026 #GraduationBound #SeniorYear #HerffJones
Nothing like a little CMS Dodge Ball to end the week! This time, Mr. Harris even joined in! Friendly competition and fun!
PLEASE JOIN US...
The CMS and CHS Bands will be having a Pre LGPE (Large Group Performance Evaluations) concert in the CMS/CHS cafeteria at 6 pm on Monday, March 2nd. They will be showcasing the middle/high jazz band, middle school band, honor band, and high school band. We hope to see you there.
📸 Capturing the Memories📸
Don't let the school year fly by without grabbing a keepsake! It’s not too late to order the Claxton Middle School Yearbook, and this year, you can make it uniquely yours.
Why you’ll love it:
2 FREE Custom Pages: Add your own photos from your computer, Facebook, or Google Drive!
Personal Touch: Answer fun memory questions to highlight your specific year.
Affordable: Only $22.20 (plus tax). Need more space? Additional custom pages are just $1.99 for a set of two.
How to Order:
Visit treering.com/validate
Enter our school’s passcode: 1017216763774562
⏰ Deadline to order: March 25th
You can also use the attached barcode to access the website.
Don't let the school year fly by without grabbing a keepsake! It’s not too late to order the Claxton Middle School Yearbook, and this year, you can make it uniquely yours.
Why you’ll love it:
2 FREE Custom Pages: Add your own photos from your computer, Facebook, or Google Drive!
Personal Touch: Answer fun memory questions to highlight your specific year.
Affordable: Only $22.20 (plus tax). Need more space? Additional custom pages are just $1.99 for a set of two.
How to Order:
Visit treering.com/validate
Enter our school’s passcode: 1017216763774562
⏰ Deadline to order: March 25th
You can also use the attached barcode to access the website.
The SCA School Governance Team meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, March 4, from 1:30-2:30 in the SCA kitchen.
All are invited.
All are invited.
👑 A Night of Royalty: CMS & CHS Pageant 2026 👑
We are so proud of all our contestants who took the stage with grace and confidence. Please join us in celebrating our newly crowned royalty and award winners!
Miss CMS 2026
Winner: Alexandria Cody (8th Grade)
Miss CHS 2026 & Honors
Miss CHS 2026 and Interview Award: Mila Sapp (10th Grade)
First Runner-Up: Francisca Lopez (11th Grade)
Second Runner-Up and Spirit Award: Maci Eason (10th Grade)
Photogenic Award: Kamryn Carter (12th Grade)
Miss Congeniality & People’s Choice: Samantha Estrada (11th Grade)
Mr. CHS 2026: Aubrey Hendrix (12th Grade)
Congratulations to all our winners and participants! You represented CMS and CHS with class and elegance. We also want to thank the parents, teachers, and community members who helped make this evening a success with your help behind the scenes, as well as your support the night of the event.
#MissCMS #MissandMrCHS #TigerRoyalty #TigerPride #DancingQueens #ThankYou
We are so proud of all our contestants who took the stage with grace and confidence. Please join us in celebrating our newly crowned royalty and award winners!
Miss CMS 2026
Winner: Alexandria Cody (8th Grade)
Miss CHS 2026 & Honors
Miss CHS 2026 and Interview Award: Mila Sapp (10th Grade)
First Runner-Up: Francisca Lopez (11th Grade)
Second Runner-Up and Spirit Award: Maci Eason (10th Grade)
Photogenic Award: Kamryn Carter (12th Grade)
Miss Congeniality & People’s Choice: Samantha Estrada (11th Grade)
Mr. CHS 2026: Aubrey Hendrix (12th Grade)
Congratulations to all our winners and participants! You represented CMS and CHS with class and elegance. We also want to thank the parents, teachers, and community members who helped make this evening a success with your help behind the scenes, as well as your support the night of the event.
#MissCMS #MissandMrCHS #TigerRoyalty #TigerPride #DancingQueens #ThankYou