Superintendent of Schools Dr. Brian V. Hightower proposed the one-time supplemental payments of $1,000 for eligible full-time employees and $500 permanent part-time employees, which will be issued in this months paychecks, to show appreciation for their continued service. Please consider signing up to serve as a substitute worker. All five of the Cherokee County School Districts 2021 National Merit Scholarship Semifinalists have advanced to be named Finalists! The Cherokee County School Districts graduation rate has hit a new high, with 90.82% of the Class of 2021 earning a diploma within four years of entering high school! Top Row: Alex Godfrey, Kendrick Jean, Team Commander Dylan Burgess, Warren Teachworth, Jacob Schwarzman, Tera Yeager, Coach 1SG Greg Anderson, Bottom Row: Karla Gonzalez, Will Testerman, Audrey Rupert, Safyrah Jean, Not Pictured: Phil Wahlbom, Natalie Sutherland. Campus Improvement Plan. Twelve Cherokee County School District Class of 2023 graduating seniors will be honored by the Cherokee County Sports Hall of Fame! The Cherokee County School District will present a Job Fair focused on hiring support staff for next school year from 2:30 to 5:30 p.m. Thursday, May 26, at our technology campus at 1020 Keeter Road, Canton, 30114. CCSD Connections Parent Newsletter March Edition Now Online, CCSD Celebrates 2023 Partners of the Year, Volunteers of the Year, CCSD Kicks Off Annual "Get Cherokee Reading" Event. Thank you to this month's newsletter sponsor, Credit Union of Georgia! This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. It is not a Digital Learning Day. The November 2021 edition of the CCSD Connections monthly parent e-newsletter is now online at https://www.cherokeek12.net/Content2/newsletter and includes a message from the Superintendent. Cherokee High School senior Brighton Cux, Creekview High School senior Jacob Mavromatidis, Etowah High School senior Madison Borsetti and River Ridge High School senior Nandita Bipin are among the 67 high school students from across the state selected for the prestigious role. More than 50 CCSD high school students spent the day sharpening their workforce skills recently thanks to a new venture created by CCSD and community partners. Info at https://bit.ly/CCSDjobs21. Ms. Benton accepted the award at the organizations recently held annual conference. Creekview High School FFA Leadership team has received the highest Chapter Rating by the National FFA organization. CCSD has distributed 3,112 devices to students and will fulfill another 500 pending requests by Friday. On behalf of the Superintendent, this is to advise that, after carefully reviewing the weather forecast for tomorrow morning (Friday, Dec. 23), and at the recommendation of State officials to remain off of the roads if at all possible at that time, he has declared that tomorrow will be a remote work day for CCSD employees, with duties as assigned by worksite supervisors. This word has become a mantra for me and for my leadership team over the last three weeks. The Creekview High School agriculture program, led by teacher Pauline Benton, is one of six agricultural education programs nationwide to earn the Outstanding Secondary/Middle School Program Award from the National Association of Agricultural Educators. The Gateway includes updating emergency contacts, confirming transportation plans, signing up for free and reduced price lunch, and much more. Cherokee County School District students excelled at the statewide literature competition! Meal pick up will be from 11 a.m. to noon on Monday, July 19, at Cherokee High School's Cherokee North building, Creekview High School and Etowah High School's Etowah East building. Please be advised that the Versatrans My Stop Bus Tracking System began experiencing technical difficulties today and will be down for maintenance tomorrow (Oct. 5, 2021). Whether you served in a classroom or behind the scenes, you made a positive difference in the lives of our students. CCSD Connections Newsletter for August Now Online. Citrus Valley 4, Redlands 3. We know our School District is a family of caring teachers, counselors, bus drivers, cafeteria staff and many more, all focused on doing their best to serve our students and a new districtwide initiative will now give students the opportunity to thank them! Superintendent of Schools Dr. Brian V. Hightower said. Parents will receive their childrens scores next month. View All News. One winner is selected in three categories based on school district enrollment: small, 1-3,000 students; medium, 3,001-10,000 students; and large, 10,000+ students. The School Board has included a Student Advisor position on its board since 1999, and for the past 10 years, a Student Delegate from each high school also has been selected. Four longtime Cherokee County School District leaders have retired this year following successful careers of service to the community. Due to forecasted icy road conditions, all CCSD schools and offices will operate on a 2-hour delay Tuesday, Dec. 11, 2018. The Student News Site of Creekview High School New Stories March 31Food for thought March 29Managing Creekview's Media March 2Swift ticket turnaround Sophomores are NOT allowed to purchase due to limited parking. #CCSDfam. Cherokee County School District students for the seventh consecutive year exceeded State averages on the Georgia Milestones End-of-Grade and End-of-Course tests, with significant gains on most tests. Please contact CCSD HR at 770-479-1871 or katie.munson@cherokeek12.net #CCSDfam, Our enrollment has grown to 41,514 students from our opening day enrollment! Cherokee Sheriff's Office Seeking More School Crossing Guards! What is Child Find? Dr. Debra Murdock, the former Principal of Cherokee High School and Georgia High School Principal of the Year, who has most recently served as the School Operations executive director overseeing middle and high schools, will take on the newly created role focused on developing new ways to better support students and employees emotional and mental health and well-being. Get your tickets here! The Cherokee County School Board on Thursday reviewed the recommended budget for next school year, which includes hiring more teachers to lower class size while not raising the school property tax millage rate, and adopted a resolution that prohibits implementing Critical Race Theory (CRT) and The 1619 Project. CCSD Celebrates Read Across America Week! As we prepare for the reopening of schools on Tuesday, Jan. 4, please be advised of several changes in CCSD COVID-19 protocols in response to new Department of Public Health guidance and the rising cases resulting from the Omicron variant. The newsletter also includes two brief surveys on our Strategic Plan and communications please participate to help CCSD continuously improve! The School Board unanimously approved naming Major Buster Cushing, who currently serves as commander of field operations for the Cherokee Sheriffs Office, as the next CCSD School Police Chief effective July 1. Hundreds of law enforcement and public safety officers, volunteer role-players including students and parents, and CCSD employees worked together to act out an emergency scenario at the school, evacuation of the school, and reunification of students and staff with their families at the church. Our social workers strive daily to connect families with community resources and provide interventions to address situations like homelessness, hunger, truancy, drug abuse, neglect and other challenges. The 1.5 mills decrease in the tax rate, which was unanimously approved, is the first reduction proposed since 2014 and was prompted by the rise in property values. I have never been as proud to serve as your Superintendent as I have been this week. More than 200 senior football players, cheerleaders, marching band members and JROTC cadets had one last night under the lights as CCSD high schools came together for the 2018 Varsity Brands Senior Bowl. Were proud of you and grateful to you and your families, and I know our entire community appreciates your service.. We are focused on increasing students mastery of the knowledge and skills they will need to succeed in college, career and life, Superintendent of Schools Dr. Brian V. Hightower said. More than 3,000 students are nominated annually by coaches, principals, athletic directors, teachers and parents. The School Board has included a Student Advisor position on its board since 1999, and, for the past 11 years, a Student Delegate from each high school also has been selected. As semi-finalists for the U.S. Presidential Scholars Program, Koryn Todd of Creekview High School, Annelise Axelsson of River Ridge High School and Sophia Abbott of Woodstock High School are among only 700 students from the more than 3 million graduating seniors in the nations Class of 2021 selected to advance in the prestigious recognition program. The Cherokee County School District and School Board celebrated the Class of 2021 Valedictorians and Salutatorians at its 21st Annual Scholar Recognition Banquet. Meet a CCSD 2019 Support Staff Employee of the Year: Margie Paul of Creekview HS! This recognition is based on the high scores the students earned on the PSAT. Although Commended Students do not continue in the competition for National Merit Scholarships, some become candidates for Special Scholarships sponsored by corporations and businesses that will be awarded in the spring. Its less than two weeks until the first day of school for CCSD on Monday, Aug. 2, 2021! Jaden Hyattwon 3rd place in Computer Integrated Manufacturing and Nathan Sewell won 10th place in Mouse Trap Car. Save the Date! This week marks the start of a new chapter for you, as you graduate from high school and begin your next adventure. Learn About Your Child's Learning at Curriculum Night! The program also focuses on developing self-esteem, leadership skills, strong values, and critical thinking, creativity, and imagination in the digital age., A message to the community from Cherokee County Superintendent of Schools Dr. Brian V. Hightower . Crestview High School is dedicated to the continuation and improvement of our democratic society by means of the fullest possible development of each and every individual. This year, the districtwide Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) initiative earned the honor, following previous wins for CCSDs Student Advisor and Student Delegates to the School Board program and VILLA parent academy. The Cherokee County School Districts graduation rate has reached a new high, with 87.4% of the Class of 2018 earning a diploma within four years of entering high school. Congratulations to each of our retirees for dedicating your career to serving our communitys children, Superintendent of Schools Dr. Brian V. Hightower said. This is just a reminder that, if you have not already, please complete the CCSD return-to-school questionnaire by 5 p.m. Monday, June 29. Reporting safety concerns to the Cherokee County School District now is easier than ever with the roll-out of a new smartphone app! This is the app that CCSD parents can use to track the location of their child's school bus on its way to the bus stop each morning and afternoon. Through CCSD Pathway Profiles, well regularly share highlights with you from one of these programs. The 18-year-old sustained minor scratches as a result of the altercation, police said. Thanks to this month's sponsor, Credit Union of Georgia! Cherokee County School Districts high schools all have earned State recognition for outstanding Advanced Placement (AP) programs! The Cherokee County School Board at its meeting Thursday night heard updates on State education funding and the state of public health. Today we began the first day of a school year unlike any ever before and we succeeded because of you. Board Business Briefs: School Board Reviews Budget and Proposed Tax Cut, CCSD Summer Feeding Program Kicks off June 6, Donations Needed, CCSD Student Athletes Honored by Positive Athlete Georgia, Creekview Aeronautics Team Finishes 6th in Nation, CCSD Students, Educators and Volunteers Honored by PTA, CCSD Graduating Seniors Earn $5,000 Local Scholarship. Senior sales will be Wednesday, July 15 at 8 a.m.through Thursday, July 16 at midnight. The Cherokee County School Districts Superintendent of Schools has been named a finalist for the Georgia Superintendent of the Year award! CCSD will continue Digital Learning Days through April 3 and then again from April 13-24; Spring Break will be observed as scheduled from April 6-10 with no Digital Learning Days. #CCSDfam. It is the highest finish for Creekview in its history in the competition (2015). The Cherokee County School District has earned the States highest honor for leadership and dedication to providing the best education possible to every child. Thank you to this month's sponsor, Credit Union of Georgia. You may occasionally receive promotional content from the Los Angeles Times. Our school counselors, nurses, social workers and psychologists are here to help. Please check out the July edition of the CCSD Connections newsletter at https://bit.ly/CCSDconnections, which includes important back-to-school info and a message from the Superintendent. I am sharing it with all of you, for I know you hold in your hearts the same hopes as I do for their success. The District is also looking for psychologists and speech language pathologists. #CCSDfam. The Cherokee County School District is successfully vaccinating employees at a districtwide event this week in collaboration with the Department of Public Health. On behalf of the Superintendent, please review the following updates about CCSDs Digital Learning program for the 2021-22 School Year. Children march through the door carrying carefully wrapped packages plenty of coffee mugs, yes, but also handmade treasures. We hope you enjoy this slideshow of a few of the many outstanding activities. These positions offer excellent benefits, a great work calendar and schedule, and a wonderful work environment and team. These part-time jobs offer the opportunity to work on school days close to home to support your communitys children. Get up to speed with our Essential California newsletter, sent six days a week. Read the September CCSD Connections Newsletter, Cherokee County Educational Foundation Awards $56K in Grants, CCSD Names 2020-21 Student Advisor and Student Delegates to the School Board. A Cherokee County School District student has been named to a prestigious public education advisory group! The Cherokee County School Districts graduation rate has hit a new high, topping 90% for the first time in recent years with 90.3% of the Class of 2020 earning a diploma within four years of entering high school. Thanks to this month's sponsor, Credit Union of Georgia, a CCSD Partner. The score exceeds the National public school average by 73 points and the State by 68 points and ranks CCSD as the ninth highest-performing school district statewide! Anna Connelly of Creekview High School and Tafton Barber and Wesley Lanter of Sequoyah High School each have been named recipients of the Sawnee Electric Membership Foundation Youth Scholarship. Join the #CCSDfam as a Substitute Teacher! CCSD's Transportation Department spends the summer break getting its fleet of big yellow buses inspected and ready for another 4 million miles on Cherokee County roads. The Cherokee County School District School Nutrition program has earned top honors from the Georgia Department of Education. It soaks those new school clothes and backpacks, but, of greater importance, it also makes the morning traffic more challenging and dangerous. Purple Up on April 10 to Support Military Kids! Apply by Sept. 6 for CCSD's VILLA Parent Academy! The proposed 1.5 mills decrease in the tax rate is the first reduction proposed since 2014and has been recommended by Superintendent of Schools Dr. Brian V. Hightower in light of rising home values. CCSDs School Nutrition program, which serves 5 million meals each year in school cafeterias, earned the Golden Radish Award at the Platinum Level from the Georgias Departments of Agriculture, Public Health, Education and Georgia Organics. CCSD recognized its school bus drivers on Tuesday morning with a drive-through breakfast and gifts. You will receive an email the morning of Thursday, Sept. 24, with an online order form that is due by 8 a.m. Friday, Sept. 25, for to-go meal pick-up on Monday, Sept. 28. A video from another fight breaking out at Martin Luther King High School during lunchtime on Monday shows two students getting violent as others watched nearby. 26 CCSD Students Advancing to Regional Social Studies Fair! Compton Early College 7, Shalhevet 5. They now advance to a CCSD Nurse of the Year Award program, with the winner to be selected by a panel of nursing professionals and retired educators and announced at a new professional development event for school nurses this summer. To use the Gateway, you will need your childs Student ID (the code they use in the cafeteria and to log in to computers) and GTID (the longer code on your childs report card); if you dont have these, your childs school can provide them to you.