Bryan County Schools

Congratulations to our talented Bryan County Schools students who excelled in the Young Georgia Authors Writing Competition at the district level and advanced to the First District RESA Level! A huge shoutout to Olivia Lee, a 4th grader at George Washington Carver Elementary, for winning 1st place at the First District RESA Level with her piece, "Monsters in My Room"! Olivia will now compete at the state level against other regional winners across Georgia—way to go, Olivia! We also celebrate our 2nd place winners at the First District RESA Level: • Willow Fetty (3rd, Bryan County Elementary) – "The Letter in a Bottle" • Kathleen Thomas (5th, George Washington Carver Elementary) – "Willow" • Isabella Falco (8th, Richmond Hill Middle) – "Last Alive" • Lylah Dawson (10th, Richmond Hill High) – "The River's Edge" • Anna Taberski (12th, Richmond Hill High) – "Rain" We are so proud of all of you for your creativity, dedication, and hard work! Keep shining, young authors!

Thanks to ESPLOST, we've made HUGE strides in improving our schools and facilities in south Bryan County! Check out some of the projects that have already been completed and what's in store for our Wildcats! This is just a glimpse of what ESPLOST has funded—so much more has been done! Make sure you have a say in the future of our schools! Early voting is happening now. Check out the locations and times for Bryan County here: https://www.bryancountyga.gov/government/departments-a-g/elections/absentee-voting

Thanks to ESPLOST, we've made HUGE strides in improving our schools and facilities in north Bryan County! Check out some of the projects that have already been completed and what's in store for our Redskins! This is just a glimpse of what ESPLOST has funded—so much more has been done! Make sure you have a say in the future of our schools! Early voting is happening now. Check out the locations and times for Bryan County here: https://www.bryancountyga.gov/government/departments-a-g/elections/absentee-voting

Clue-in to School Breakfast! Join us in celebrating National School Breakfast Week this week by eating breakfast in your school cafeteria. Studies show students who eat breakfast consistently show improvement in tests of attention, memory, general tests of academic achievement and cognitive functioning.

Kindergarten Registration is Open! Exciting news for all future kindergarten families! Registration for the 2025-2026 school year is officially open! https://www.bryan.k12.ga.us/page/registration Don’t wait—register early and get ready for a fantastic year ahead!

We are beyond proud to announce that Bryan County Schools outperformed ALL other school districts in our region and ranks 6th out of 181 districts in the entire state for CCRPI (College and Career Ready Performance Index) Single Score, according to the GOSA (Governor’s Office of Student Achievement)! This achievement is a testament to the hard work, dedication, and excellence of our students, teachers, staff, and supportive community. Together, we are setting the standard for success!

Congratulations to Sunny Beasley, Bryan County Schools' Special Educator of the Year! This prestigious honor reflects Sunny’s dedication, knowledge, and unwavering commitment to promoting success for students of all abilities.

Click the link below to learn more about the important role ESPLOST plays for our schools. https://www.bryan.k12.ga.us/page/esplostvii

We are beyond proud of Stella Kim, a talented 4th-grade student at Frances Meeks Elementary, for finishing 2nd place in the Region 8 Spelling Bee on February 22nd! Stella’s dedication and hard work have earned her a spot at the State Spelling Bee, where she will compete against Georgia’s best spellers on March 21, 2025, at 11:00 AM at Georgia State University’s Student Center. Join us in cheering Stella on as she represents Bryan County Schools at the state level!

Registration for the Bryan County Schools 2025-2026 Pre-K lottery closes next Friday, February 28, 2025. Click on the following link to register: https://www.bryancountyschools.org/page/pre-kindergarten

Bryan County Schools recently participated in a tabletop exercise led by Agent Kate Hargrove, Homeland Security Coordinator at the Georgia Emergency Management and Homeland Security Agency. This exercise was conducted in collaboration with the Bryan County Emergency Management Agency, Bryan County Fire & Rescue, Bryan County Sheriff's Office, Pembroke Police Department, Richmond Hill Police Department, Richmond Hill Fire Department, and the Bryan County 911 Office. This joint effort allowed our teams to navigate a real-world scenario, ensuring that proper protocols are in place and that we are fully prepared in the event of an emergency. We are grateful for the strong partnerships that enable us to prioritize the safety of our students, staff, and community.

Bryan County Schools hosted a Teacher Recruitment Expo to invite educators to explore career opportunities and connect with school and district leaders. This event showcased "The Bryan Way," highlighting the district's commitment to excellence in education and recruiting top talent for the next generation of students.

Happy Presidents' Day!

Have a safe and enjoyable winter break!

We had the incredible honor of celebrating our School-Level and District-Level Teachers of the Year! These amazing educators are the heart of our school and community, going above and beyond to inspire, support, and empower our students every day. Their dedication, passion, and creativity light the path for future generations, and we couldn’t be more proud to recognize their outstanding contributions. Thank you to our generous Platinum Level Sponsors Heartwood and VyStar Credit Union. We appreciate your support and commitment to the students and teachers of Bryan County.

We are excited to share the latest edition of Bragging on Bryan County Schools which highlights the success of our amazing students and staff. We are proud of their accomplishments and hope that you will take a moment to celebrate them too. Please click on the link below to access the latest edition of Bragging on Bryan County Schools or visit the Bryan County Schools webpage. https://5il.co/34wbp

Registration for the Bryan County Schools 2025-2026 Pre-K lottery is NOW OPEN and will be until Friday, February 28, 2025. Click on the following link to register: https://www.bryancountyschools.org/page/pre-kindergarten

Registration for the 2025-2026 Bryan County Schools Pre-K lottery will open Saturday, February 1, 2025. Click on the following link to register: https://www.bryancountyschools.org/page/pre-kindergarten

We hope this message finds you safe and warm during this time of inclement weather. After careful consideration, Bryan County Schools will remain closed on Friday, January 24, 2025. The safety of our students, staff, and families remains our top priority, and several factors have contributed to this decision: 1. Road Safety: Many of our bus routes, as well as roads traveled by student drivers, continue to be impacted by icy conditions. Some neighborhoods that remain shaded throughout the day have experienced minimal melting, and the potential for refreezing overnight remains a significant concern. 2. Staff Travel: Ensuring our staff can safely commute to and from school is essential. Current road conditions pose risks for travel, and we want to avoid unnecessary hazards for our employees. 3. Building Inspections: Keeping schools closed on Friday will provide our staff the time needed to thoroughly check all facilities and ensure they are safe and fully operational for the return of students and staff. We understand the inconvenience that school closures may cause, and we greatly appreciate your understanding and flexibility as we prioritize everyone’s safety. We are looking forward to welcoming our students and staff back to school on Monday, January 27, 2025. Thank you for your continued support and cooperation. If you planned on attending the House Bill 581 hearing Friday, January 24, 2025, this hearing has been cancelled and rescheduled for Friday, February 7, 2025 at 9:00 am at the Bryan County Board of Education Central Office.

Bryan County Schools will remain closed on Thursday, January 23, 2025, due to hazardous road conditions expected during the morning commute. A decision about Friday will be made by 2:00pm Thursday. We hope all of our students, staff, parents and the entire Bryan County community remain safe as this weather passes through our area.