Taylor County Middle School

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/n2iz 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

11-13-20 Dear Students, Parents, and Guardians, Today, we were informed that a 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, but we have not identified any close contacts at school. We are making efforts to disinfect school buildings. Sincerely, Jennifer Albritton Superintendent

11-11-2020 Dear Students, Parents, and Guardians, We have been informed that one teacher 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, but we have not identified any close contacts at school. We are making efforts to disinfect school buildings. Sincerely, Jennifer Albritton Superintendent

The Taylor County School System has performed well this year in regards to its 4-year cohort graduation rate for the year 2020. The Taylor County School System’s 4-year cohort graduation rate for the year 2020 is 86.24% and exceeds the state cohort graduation rate of 83.8%. Congratulations to our students, faculty and staff for the teamwork that produced this accomplishment. It is our goal to keep up the good work as we partner together to offer excellent educational opportunities for the students of Taylor County.

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/mt8f 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

11-6-20 The Taylor County School District was made aware of a fraudulent Facebook page posing as the Taylor County Middle School. We have reported the issue to Facebook and hope that the problem will be resolved quickly.  Please be assured that both the page and the posts it contains are not associated with Taylor County Middle School. Jennifer Albritton Superintendent

11/3/2020 Dear Students, Parents, and Guardians, Yesterday, we were informed that two students 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/mnl9 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

10-27-20 Dear Students, Parents, and Guardians, Today, we were informed that two students 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

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

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

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

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