Evans County Schools

Please check out the graphic below from our friends at the Evans County Afro-American Society! There are lots of exciting events planned in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. in our community, and we hope to see you there! December 15- Annual Unity Service @ 3 PM January 11- MLK Basketball Clinic @ 10 AM January 11- MLK Unity Banquet @ 6 PM January 19 - MLK Gospel Festival @ 3PM January 20 MLK Parade @ 2 PM* February 8 - Community MLK Writing and Oratorical Competition @ 10 AM Interested in entering a float or being a vendor for the MLK Parade on 1/20? Please fill out this Google Form: https://tinyurl.com/43x5dcwr Please click the link below or contact Mr. Ryan Tomblin, President of the Evans County Afro-American Society (at rtomblin@evanscountyschools.org -or- tomblinryan@gmail.com), for more information! https://tinyurl.com/57b3rzuf #MLKCommunityEvents #WeLoveOurCommunity #SchoolAndCommunityPartnerships

🚀🎓 Evans County Schools is rocking the Khanathalon against other school districts! 🎉💻 🥇 Our students are in 1st place 🥳 in the AI Explorers category, leading the way with the highest percentage of students actively using Khanmigo during Week 1! 🤖📚 🧮 They’re also tackling the Math Maestros challenge – because math magic happens here! ✨➕➗ 🙌 Keep it up, Evans County! Let's show them what we've got! 💪💡 Watch this video to get to know Khanmigo. https://www.khanacademy.org/college-careers-more/khanmigo-for-students/x5443352261243283:introducing-khanmigo/x5443352261243283:getting-started-with-khanmigo/v/khanmigo-for-students-what-is-khanmigo-and-how-does-it-work

🖤💛 Claxton Tigers 💛🖤 Which one of these lovely underclassmen will be crowned the 2024 CHS Homecoming Princess? 👑✨ Junior representatives - Kamryn Carter, Ansley Crosby, Gaby Francis, Jayda Jordan, Brianna Pittman, and Perla Rodriguez-Rodriguez Sophomore court members- Samantha Estrada Silva, Miya Herrington, Abi Kirkland, and Francisca Lopez-Flores Freshman court members- Anahi Dominguez and Katherine Rosales-Rodriguez 🌟 Join us Friday, December 13th at halftime of the CHS Tigers 🐅 v MCA boys basketball game at the CHS Gym to find out! 🏟️🏈 #ClaxtonTigers #CHSHomecoming2024 #HomecomingPrincess #TigerPride #BlackAndGold

In Coach Lanier’s US History class, students are diving into the Civil War!✨ They covered William T. Sherman and his dramatic “March to the Sea” following the Battle of Atlanta. Now, our young historians are getting creative—each student will write a letter or journal entry as if they were a civilian in 1864, sharing how Sherman’s campaign affected their life. 📝💭 #USHistory #CreativeWriting #HistoryInTheMaking #CoachLanier’sClass

🎄🌍 Christmas Around the World at CMS! 🌍🎄 Last week, Ms. Hoffman, Ms. Benton, and Ms. Christman’s classes embarked on a festive journey around the globe in social studies! 🗺️✨ Students explored how Christmas is celebrated in different cultures and learned about the unique traditions that make each celebration special. ✨ Monday: They "traveled" to Mexico and discovered the story behind poinsettias and Las Posadas. The day ended with a delicious treat: Walking Tacos! 🌮 ✨ Tuesday: In Germany, they learned about the origins of Christmas Trees 🎄 and their importance in holiday traditions. ✨ Wednesday: Sweden brought the magic of St. Lucia Day, with its beautiful candlelit processions. 🕯️ ✨ Thursday: A sunny twist! In Australia, they explored what Christmas looks like during summer – think BBQs and beach vibes! 🌊🎅 ✨ Friday: The final stop was Italy, where students sampled traditional Panettone and warmed up with hot chocolate. ☕🍞 From wintery traditions to summery celebrations, it was a week full of discovery, learning, and fun! 🎅 #ChristmasAroundTheWorld #SocialStudies #HolidayTraditions #LearningIsFun

🎄'Tis the Season for Holiday Fun 😊 🍪Engaging Our Children in the Holidays ❄️ Parents, please join Dr. Lorrie Spencer Bennett, BCBA, for tips and strategies to lower the stress around holiday activities!🎁 If you would like more information about this session, please contact: Amanda Locke, Parent Mentor 📱 912-739-3993 ✉️alocke@evanscountyschools.org 📆 Tuesday, December 10 at 1:30pm 🏫 at CMS/CHS

🎵✨ CMS/CHS Performing Arts Christmas Concert 🎤🎶 📅 Date: Tuesday, December 10th 📍 Location: CMS/CHS Cafetorium ⏰ Time: 5:00 PM Join us for a festive evening filled with Claxton Christmas Carols, presented by the talented CMS and CHS Band and Chorus students. 🎷🎺🎄 Bring your holiday spirit and enjoy the magic of live music! 🎼💫 🎄 We can’t wait to see you there! 🎄 #HolidayConcert #ClaxtonChristmasCarols #CMSCHSPerformingArts #LiveMusic

GADOE Releases 2024 College and Career Readiness Performance Index Scores Please see the press release regarding CCRPI scores. ECCSS scores increased in 14 out of 17 indicators; in multiple components, ECCSS schools' improvement increase from one year to these next is higher than average state improvement increase. More info: https://tinyurl.com/56c9z98y

ECCSS Regular Board Meeting Monday, December 9, 2024 6:00pm District Office Board Room

CHS Basketball Saturday, December 7, 2024 2PM- Varsity Boys v SEB $10.00- cash or GoFan Limited Concessions- cash or card Gates open at 1:30PM Girls game will be rescheduled at a later date. #GoTigers #Basketball #HoopTime

Schedule Change for CHS Basketball for Friday, December 6, 2024 at Jenkins County: The JV Girls game has been cancelled. The first game of the night will be the JV Boys with tip-off at 4:30PM. It is cash only at the gate. Parking is located in the field across from the gym. Please see the attached information about the Jenkins County Clear Bag Policy. #GoTigers #BlackAndGold #Basketball

🎉 Claxton Middle School December Student Spotlights 🎉 Each day this month, we are celebrating outstanding students chosen by their teachers! Here's who we're honoring this week: Monday: ✨ 6th Grade: Kyleigh Martin ✨ 7th Grade: Jeraldine Fragoso ✨ 8th Grade: La’Lanee Fields Tuesday: ✨ 6th Grade: Liam Ikner ✨ 7th Grade: Oliver Romero-Canjay ✨ 8th Grade: Rose Cajoux Wednesday: ✨ 6th Grade: Gavin McNeal ✨ 7th Grade: Kynzi Barrow ✨ 8th Grade: Irie Battle Thursday: ✨ 6th Grade: Javier Flores Sontay ✨ 7th Grade: Ja’Kevin Ponder ✨ 8th Grade: Cristian Atkinson Friday: ✨ 6th Grade: Jacob Flores ✨ 7th Grade: Luz Ramos ✨ 8th Grade: Luke Griffin 👏 Congratulations to these incredible students for shining brightly in December! Stay tuned as we continue to highlight more remarkable students all month long! 🌟 #StudentSpotlight #ShiningStars #DecemberRecognition

🚍✨ Claxton Middle School Junior Beta Club Heads to State! 🎉 We are so proud to announce that our Claxton Middle School Junior Beta Club is on their way to Savannah to compete in the State Junior Beta Club Competition! 🏆 The students will begin competing tonight, Thursday, and continue showcasing their talents and hard work all day Friday, with the exciting awards ceremony wrapping things up on Saturday. Earlier today, their peers came together to give them a warm send-off. 📣 Students lined the sidewalks, cheering and waving as the bus rolled out! 💛🖤 Let’s wish our Junior Beta members the best of luck as they represent our school and community! #ClaxtonStrong #JuniorBetaClub #StateCompetition #SchoolPride #GoCMSBeta

A huge THANK YOU to our amazing students, staff, and community for making the Christmas Card Lane Reveal event a success! Your collaboration and hard work have brought a JOYFUL vision to life with twelve stunning Christmas scenes! 💛🖤Huge thanks to our CCA Culinary Arts students, Mrs. Hart, and our community friends for treating guests to a delicious lunch---especially the warm and tasty chili on this COLD Claxton day! 💛🖤Extra-special shoutout to CCA Ag Mechanics and Visual Arts students, Mr. Hall, Mrs. Smith, Pastor Lyons, and everyone else in our school and community who collaborated and poured into the creation of this festive art display! If you didn't get to see these stunning art pieces in all their holiday glory on Tuesday, you can see them this weekend at Christmas in Claxton! After Christmas in Claxton, you can view all 12 Christmas "cards" back on display between the Evans County Public Library and the Muriel and Jack Strickland Arts and Cultural Center! #WeLoveOurTigers #WeLoveOurCommunity #TheDEN #SchoolAndCommunityCollaboration

🌟🚀 2nd Grade Explores the Sky! 🚀🌟 Our 2nd graders had an amazing time learning about sky patterns at the GSU Planetarium! 🌌✨ Afterward, they enjoyed lunch and playtime at Mill Creek Park. 🌳🍎 It was a day full of learning, laughter, and fun! 🎉 #FieldTripFun #LearningUnderTheStars #ReadySetGrow

ECCSS Board Work Session Thursday, December 5, 2024 6:00 pm District Office Board Room

🎉✨ Good Luck to Our CES Beta Students! ✨🎉 Join us in wishing the best of luck to our amazing Claxton Elementary School Beta students as they head to the State Convention in Savannah today! 🖤💛 We’re so proud of all their hard work and dedication. Represent CES with pride, and remember—you’ve already made us proud! 🖤💛🐾 #CESBeta #StateConvention #GoodLuck

🎉 Join Us for Coffee with Counselor! ☕ 📅 When: Friday, December 13th ⏰ Time: 8:30 AM 🎓 Topic: Study Skills and Grades Join CMS Counselor Sabrina Mincey for an engaging and informative session that will help parents empower their children to succeed academically. Let’s discuss tips, strategies, and tools to boost study habits and improve grades—all while enjoying a warm cup of coffee! 📍 Where: Claxton Middle School Let’s work together to support student success! 🌟 #CoffeeWithCounselor #StudySkills #StudentSuccess

🎉🐯 Claxton High School Tigers 🖤💛 ✨ #Homecoming2024 is here, and we're ready to show our Tiger Pride! 🐅 📢 Dress-Up Days are coming, and we want to see ALL students join the fun! 🎭🎄 📌 Reminder: The Dress Code will still apply during Homecoming week. 🎅 Monday: Santa vs. Grinch – Are you jolly or grumpy? 🎄🤶 🏝️ Tuesday: Christmas in the Tropics 🌴🎅 ⛸️ Wednesday: Winter Athletes – Show off your sporty side! 🏂⛷️ 🧝‍♂️ Thursday: Santa's Magical Workshop Freshmen: Elves 🎅 Sophomores: Snowmen ☃️ Juniors: Reindeer 🦌 Seniors: Mr. or Mrs. Claus 🎅🤶 🕊️ Friday: Two Turtle Doves – Dress alike or match with a friend! 👫💛 Let’s make it a week to remember! ✨🎉 #TigerPride #BlackAndGold #CHSHomecoming #GoTigers

🎄✨Today is the day for the exciting Christmas Card Lane Reveal!!!🎄✨ 🎨🛠️Our CHS art and ag pathway students in Mrs. Smith and Mr. Hall's classes have been pouring their creativity into this school and community project! 🎨🛠️ ❤️💚Our Tigers want to spread JOY to all of Evans County and to all who visit Christmas Card Lane during this special season!❤️💚 📅Join Evans County at 11:30 today at the area between the Evans County Public Library and the Muriel and Jack Strickland Arts and Cultural Center!📅 📸 Check out the pics below to see glimpses of this work over time and some sneak peeks of what visitors will be treated to when they stroll Christmas Card Lane in Claxton!!!📸 #TheDENatCHS #SchoolAndCommunityCollaboration #ClaxtonChristmasCardLane