Taylor County High School

Thank you to the Georgia Strawberry Festival for providing a mobile Wi-Fi device for our school system. Since many of our students have chosen distance learning this semester, this device will help provide internet for our students in need. This generosity is greatly appreciated as we endeavor to navigate these unprecedented times. While we strive for our vision of an inspiring future for all students, it is essential that we have the support of community partners. The Georgia Strawberry Festival is making a difference in the lives of our students.

I have provided the summary in the link below to help capture what has happened in terms of COVID-19 in our District. The weekly summary is based on the information that I have at this time. https://5il.co/mg2t Parents and guardians, please continue to monitor your children at home. Staff members should also be monitoring themselves as well. We have the following documents to help with your decision making: https://5il.co/j52d https://5il.co/jmuf Jennifer Albritton Superintendent

I have provided the summary in the link below to help capture what has happened in terms of COVID-19 in our District. The weekly summary is based on the information that I have at this time. https://5il.co/m7pg Parents and guardians, please continue to monitor your children at home. Staff members should also be monitoring themselves as well. We have the following documents to help with your decision making: https://5il.co/j52d https://5il.co/jmuf Jennifer Albritton Superintendent

10-12-20 Dear Students, Parents, and Guardians, Yesterday, we were informed that a staff member tested positive for COVID-19. We have been in communication with the Georgia Department of Public Health. They are taking the appropriate steps in regards to contact tracing. We are making efforts to disinfect school buildings. Sincerely, Jennifer Albritton Superintendent

I have provided the summary in the link below to help capture what has happened in terms of COVID-19 in our District. The weekly summary is based on the information that I have at this time. https://5il.co/lyzj Parents and guardians, please continue to monitor your children at home. Staff members should also be monitoring themselves as well. We have the following documents to help with your decision making: https://5il.co/j52d https://5il.co/jmuf Jennifer Albritton Superintendent

Chattahoochee-Flint RESA in partnership with South Georgia Technical College is providing virtual training for parents to better understand their child's virtual learning environment. Please share this link with your parents, so they can register for this learning event. Registrants will receive the training link after they have registered. Please contact Heidi Goodin or Tonya Barrett with any questions. Registration Link: bit.ly/sgtccfresa Virtual Training Dates: October 20th @ 6-7:30pm (Google Classroom) October 29th @ 6-7:30pm (Microsoft Teams)

I have provided the summary in the link below to help capture what has happened in terms of COVID-19 in our District. The weekly summary is based on the information that I have at this time. https://5il.co/lrfp Parents and guardians, please continue to monitor your children at home. Staff members should also be monitoring themselves as well. We have the following documents to help with your decision making: https://5il.co/j52d https://5il.co/jmuf Jennifer Albritton Superintendent

9-28-20 Dear Students, Parents, and Guardians, Today, we were informed that two staff members and one student tested positive for COVID-19. We have been in communication with the Georgia Department of Public Health. They are taking the appropriate steps in regards to contact tracing. We are making efforts to disinfect school buildings. Sincerely, Jennifer Albritton Superintendent

I have provided the summary in the link below to help capture what has happened in terms of COVID-19 in our District. The weekly summary is based on the information that I have at this time. https://5il.co/lh54 Parents and guardians, please continue to monitor your children at home. Staff members should also be monitoring themselves as well. We have the following documents to help with your decision making: https://5il.co/j52d https://5il.co/jmuf Jennifer Albritton Superintendent

Congratulations to the 2020 Homecoming Representatives: 9th: Hannah Whiteman & Keilynn Sapp 10th: Caroline Albritton & Madison Griffin 11th: Ty'mira Chatmon & Ntalie Rohrer 12: King - Jazarion Daniely, Jabin Ford, Travin Gooch, Alvin Tillman, Jikevion Towns Queen - Khyra Green, Brenley Hinton, Jada Miller, Haylee Roberts, Shana Wilkey

HOMECOMING WEEK CELEBRATIONS September 28 - October 2, 2020 Theme: Mardi Gras Saying: "Beads and Bling it's a Vikings thing!" and "Throw Us a Win" Monday- Pajamn'n in the Streets: Wear your favorite pajamas pants and shirt and let the good times roll. Dress code must be followed. Tuesday- Fat Tuesday: Wear your favorite Mardi Gras colors (purple, green, and yellow), beads, and glitter. No masks allowed. Wednesday- Pardi, Gras Baby!- Each grade will wear their grades color. Deck out in that color from head to toe. Rep your class color to celebrate! 9th- Neon Blue, 10th- Neon green, 11th- Neon Purple, 12th- Neon Yellow Thursday- Attend a Mardi Gras Jazz Funeral and mourn the loss of Greenville Friday- Vikings Spirit Day- Wear your favorite team color and gear to support your Vikings!

I have provided the summary in the link below to help capture what has happened in terms of COVID-19 in our District. The weekly summary is based on the information that I have at this time. https://5il.co/l77x Parents and guardians, please continue to monitor your children at home. Staff members should also be monitoring themselves as well. We have the following documents to help with your decision making: https://5il.co/j52d https://5il.co/jmuf Jennifer Albritton Superintendent

Dear Parents and Guardians: The Taylor County School District will be closed for in-person learning on Thursday, September 17, 2020 due to concerns with transporting students safely. Weather permitting, all District staff will report to work at 10:00 a.m. Please be aware that our instructional staff will use this opportunity to practice our delivery of instruction through online platforms. More information will follow from your students’ teachers. Sincerely, Jennifer Albritton Superintendent

Friday's make up game vs. Pike Co. has been cancelled due to Covid19. Money will be refunded to anyone that retained their ticket from last Friday's game at the BOE, starting Wednesday. You must present your ticket for a refund.

I have provided the summary in the link below to help capture what has happened in terms of COVID-19 in our District. The weekly summary is based on the information that I have at this time. https://5il.co/kybt Parents and guardians, please continue to monitor your children at home. Staff members should also be monitoring themselves as well. We have the following documents to help with your decision making: https://5il.co/j52d https://5il.co/jmuf Jennifer Albritton Superintendent

It is never too early to begin thinking about scholarships. Mrs. Kendall Griffin, the high school counselor, has created a list of scholarships to consider. Please click the link below to view the scholarships. https://5il.co/kwma

Last year, at least one of our students applied for the Horatio Alger Scholarship. This year's application is now open for high school seniors. Only one application is needed for their National, State and Targeted scholarships ranging from $10,000 to $50,000. The application will close on October 25, 2020. Criteria: Critical financial need ($55,000 or less adjusted gross income per family) Integrity and perseverance in overcoming adversity Minimum grade point average (GPA) of 2.0 Participation in community service United States citizenship Students can apply by going to https://app.smarterselect.com/programs/66358-Horatio-Alger-Association. Feel free to contact them directly, if you have any additional questions. Contact Information: The Horatio Alger Association Email: scholarships@horatioalger.org Phone: 1-844-HAA-4200 Business Hours: M-F, 9-5 EST

The USDA has issued nationwide waivers which will allow any child age 18 and under to receive free meals from schools and community sites operating under the SFSP and the Seamless Summer Option (SSO). The waivers will run through the end of 2020, or until available funding runs out. The Taylor County School District will begin feeding all children 18 and under on Tuesday, September 8, 2020. We will be supplying 5 days of meals (breakfast and lunch only) at each cafeteria, but they must be picked up by a parent, guardian or child. Please call one of the school cafeterias if you are picking up your free meals. Taylor County High School Cafeteria 862-3314 Taylor County Upper Elementary Cafeteria 862-5690 Taylor County Primary School Cafeteria 862-4855

9-9-20 Dear Students, Parents, and Guardians, Today, we were informed that a staff member tested positive for COVID-19. We have been in communication with the Georgia Department of Public Health. They are taking the appropriate steps in regards to contact tracing, but we have not identified any close contacts at school. We are making efforts to disinfect school buildings. Sincerely, Jennifer Albritton Superintendent

I have provided the summary in the link below to help capture what has happened in terms of COVID-19 in our District. We had no positive cases in our schools this week. The weekly summary is based on the information that I have at this time. https://5il.co/knxp Parents and guardians, please continue to monitor your children at home. Staff members should also be monitoring themselves as well. We have the following documents to help with your decision making: https://5il.co/j52d https://5il.co/jmuf Jennifer Albritton Superintendent