Taylor County High School

Congratulations to the boys and girls tennis teams for winning the 5-A Region Championship. They will both advance to State Competition, with the girls hosting Social Circle, Monday, 1:30 PM.

Congratulations to the TCHS Track & Field team on their performance @ Perry. The following had great performances: Jabin Ford: 2nd place - triple jump Jarrell Brown: 4th - triple jump Sha'kera Corbin: 4th 200M Shekeela Williams: 4th 400M Trista Bennett: 3rd 800M Quanisha Dixon: 2nd 100M Hurdles Janeisha Hollingshed: 1st place shot put

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/r6tl 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

If you missed the Spring Title I Parent Input Meeting on Thursday, April 1, 6 PM , your are invited to watch the video​ of the meeting. https://drive.google.com/file/d/1-jmLXftS8q9rvOgVMZ2FPm_-F1r0RzTN/view?usp=sharing​ The purpose of the meeting is to review and revise the Parent Plan, Parent Compact, training to build school staff capacity, and a budget of the one percent set-aside for parent and family engagement activities. We still value your input. Please complete the Parent Input Survey by clicking the links below. We would also like to invite you to visit the Virtual Parent Resource Room by clicking the link below. ​Virtual Parent Resource Room - https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1ct9sIJn-STkqlvr_Rdm0POdIKTK6HXyJ9fsMSsIJRnI/edit?usp=sharing Parent Input Survey -https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1mpciJjX40PD44Byib5-PxqRKLf6AzEscTkRw8x1UYrE/edit?usp=sharing

Join us this Thursday, April 1, 6 PM ,for the Spring Title I Parent Input Meeting by accessing this link: https://www.google.com/url?q=https://zoom.us/j/95648711042?pwd%3DRk05alVGZmZBaXZMaHdmTERMbWYydz09&sa=D&source=calendar&ust=1615900510503000&usg=AOvVaw0PYF4UYbB0qHdUiYtiNlHZ All parents of Title I students are invited to participate. The purpose is to review and revise the Parent Plan, Parent Compact, training to build school staff capacity, and a budget of the one percent set-aside for parent and family engagement activities. Virtual Parent Resource Room - https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1ct9sIJn-STkqlvr_Rdm0POdIKTK6HXyJ9fsMSsIJRnI/present?slide=id.p Parent Input Survey -https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfZd8maWwPvMETjz0kiV3wii9Ow2v11HxUw6xPZiHYfYrxwkw/viewform Parent Feedback Form -https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfggR19TLmKy_D0FMj-V-cQ9336U_JUHoDrOc6VVRFO32zBxg/viewform

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/qzqs 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

The following extracurriculars will hold tryouts this Spring. If you are currently a Distance Learner but would like to try out for this activity for participation next school year, this applies to you: Softball: April 12 & 13, physical and permission forms are available in the high school office. Forms are due to Coach Wiggins prior to tryouts on the 12th. Football Cheer: Football tryouts are April 23; practice for tryouts are April 20-22. Packets are in the front office for pick up and must be completed prior to practicing for tryouts on the 20th. Basketball Cheer: Basketball Cheer tryout practice days are March 22; 23, 24, with official tryouts on March 26th. You must have an updated physical and application form turned in to participate. If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Harp.

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/qsss 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 Students, Parents, and Guardians, Yesterday, we were informed that one student tested positive for COVID-19. The school has made contact with those that had possible exposure. We will report the case to the Georgia Department of Public Health. They will take the appropriate steps in regards to contact tracing. We are making efforts to disinfect school buildings. Sincerely, Jennifer Albritton Superintendent

Dear Parents and Guardians, The Taylor County School District will be closed Thursday, March 18, 2021 due to concerns with transporting students safely. Weather permitting, all District staff will report to work at 10:00 a.m. Sincerely, Jennifer Albritton Superintendent

Dear Students, Parents, and Guardians, We have been informed that two students tested positive for COVID-19. The school has made contact with those that had possible exposure. We will report the case to the Georgia Department of Public Health. They will take 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/ql2j 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

Join us at the virtual meeting concerning Title I Parent Input, Thursday, April 1, 6 PM. https://www.google.com/url?q=https://zoom.us/j/95648711042?pwd%3DRk05alVGZmZBaXZMaHdmTERMbWYydz09&sa=D&source=calendar&ust=1615900510503000&usg=AOvVaw0PYF4UYbB0qHdUiYtiNlHZ

An Expression of Sympathy to the Family of Dr. Brian McCarthy On behalf of the Taylor County Board of Education and the faculty and staff of the Taylor County School System, we offer our condolences to the family of Dr. McCarthy. In his last few years, he has inspired us with his courage and determination as he continued to teach while having many physical limitations. Over the years, he has challenged our students and has left an indelible mark on our school system. In his memory, our schools will have a moment of silence tomorrow morning at 10:00 a.m. Our hearts are saddened by the news of his passing, and he will be greatly missed. With Our Deepest Sympathy, Jennifer Albritton Taylor County School Superintendent

The district will test the Absence Notice Alert System tomorrow morning. The test should only send notifications for TCHS students. The vendor believes that the issue with system from two weeks ago has been resolved.

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/qbks 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 following girls for making the All Region 5-A Basketball team: First Team: Jada Miller; Jaliyah Zackery Honorable Mention: Marlandra Holder Congratulations to the following boys for making the All Region 5-A Basketball team: Nick Woodard: Region Player of the Year Jabin Ford; Jahnquavious Mallory: 1st Team Braylan Jowers; 2nd Team Jikevion Towns; Delontavious Davis; Honorable Mention

Dear Students, Parents, and Guardians, We have been informed that two staff members 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. We had one staff member to test positive this week. This did not result in any exposure at school. The weekly summary is based on the information that I have at this time. https://5il.co/q1ym 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

There was an issue with the automatic call system that notifies parents of unexcused absences. Please disregard any notifications that were sent this morning.