REMINDER FOR TODAY: If your 10th grader was unable to order their class ring, make sure to stop by TCHS at 8am on Thursday. Herff Jones will be on campus to take class ring orders, and they will also be taking letter jacket orders.
You can also order online at gradnow.com
Senior graduation announcements will also be delivered at this time.
#tchsshine
This prestigious recognition highlights the dedication of Toombs County Schools to emergency preparedness, ensuring that students and staff are equipped with the knowledge and resources necessary to respond to various safety situations.
The Toombs County School System is proud to announce that Toombs County High School and Toombs Central Elementary School have been awarded the “Ready Georgia Seal of Preparedness” by the Georgia Department of Education (GaDOE) and the Georgia Emergency Management and Homeland Security Agency (GEMA/HS).
While these two schools have received the official recognition this year, all five schools in the system (Toombs County High School, Toombs County Middle School, Lyons Primary School, Lyons Upper Elementary School, and Toombs Central Elementary) participated in the application process, reflecting a system-wide dedication to safety and preparedness. The commitment shown by each school reinforces the Toombs County School System’s proactive approach to student and staff well-being.
Superintendent Barry Waller praised the collective efforts of administrators, teachers, and support staff across the district, stating, “Our goal is to ensure that every Toombs County school remains a safe place for students and staff to learn and grow. This recognition is a testament to the hard work of our faculty and staff, and we are proud of all our schools for their ongoing efforts in emergency preparedness.”
The district will continue to build on these efforts, striving for excellence in safety measures across all campuses. The schools that were not awarded the seal this year remain committed to the same high standards.
The Toombs County School System commends all of its schools for their dedication to student safety and remains focused on continuous improvement to ensure the well-being of every child, every day.
2025 list:
https://lor2.gadoe.org/gadoe/file/8d97403e-4365-4c5d-a22d-7c2ad73d5126/1/Ready%20Georgia%20Recognition%20List%202025.pdf
Toombs Family Connection partnered with Toombs County Schools to implement a new pilot program called MENTOR Toombs. This program goes along with the Get TOOMBS Reading initiative that our community has been working toward for the last few years. Last month Paige Williamson, Toombs Family Connection Director, and Rhonda Benton, Toombs County Schools’ Family Engagement Coordinator, met with Leslie Hale from MENTOR Georgia to learn best practices and prepare to train other volunteers themselves. Tuesday, February 18, a group of eleven volunteers from our community met for the first official MENTOR Toombs training. During that time, participants practiced leading activities, learned WHY a program like this is important now, and took turns reading to one another to listen for sight words and better understand the mentor role. This program is focused on literacy and it’s specific to first grade students at Lyons Primary School at this time. We hope to expand to other schools and grades next year.
The requirements to participate in this program are as follows:
Application
Background Check
4 Hour Training
Weekly Commitment of one-two hours per week
If you or someone you know would be interested in joining this program for the next school year, please contact Paige Williamson at familyconnection9@gmail.com or Rhonda Benton, rhonda.benton@toombs.k12.ga.us.
If your 10th grader was unable to order their class ring, make sure to stop by TCHS at 8am on Thursday. Herff Jones will be on campus to take class ring orders and letter jacket orders. You can also order online at gradnow.com
Senior graduation announcements will also be delivered at this time.
#tchsshine
Toombs County High School has been named a 2025 AP Honor School – Challenge School! 🎉🏆
This award recognizes schools with enrollments of 900 or fewer students that have administered at least 25 AP exams in English, math, science, and social studies.
We are thrilled to celebrate the dedication and hard work of our teachers in providing rigorous, challenging coursework for our students. These advanced courses require a tremendous commitment from both educators and learners, and this achievement reflects that dedication.
Congratulations, Toombs County High School! 🎉👏
This year's Vidalia Onion Run & Half Marathon (hosted by Kiwanis Club of Vidalia) will be held Saturday, April 26th. Registration website: https://runsignup.com/Race/GA/Vidalia/onionrun.
Race Times
Half Marathon - 7:00 a.m.
5k Run/Walk - 7:15 a.m.
1 Mile Fun Run & Walk - 8:00 a.m.
Awards Ceremony - approx. 8:30 a.m.
Toombs County Schools had a fantastic time connecting with 9th-12th graders at today’s career fair! It was great to speak with students in our community about their future goals, career paths, and the opportunities available right here at Toombs County Schools.
From education to support roles, we’re always looking for passionate individuals who want to make a difference. Thank you to everyone who stopped by our table—we loved sharing insights and advice for life after high school!
#ToombsCountySchools
You can scan the QR code or reply to the Facebook post to place an order. Payment is due when you pick up the item(s). An announcement will be made when items arrive. If you have any questions, you can email Mrs. Upshaw at leigh.upshaw@toombs.k12.ga.us.
Homework help is offered at the Dr. Mark and Tonya Spivey Public Library in Vidalia on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 4-6PM. The program serves ages 5-18. Check it out!
The Lyons Lions Club Student of the Month program recognizes deserving students for their “Dedication, Commitment and Service to Others” and is sponsored by Peoples Bank.
Congratulations to Noelia Nevarez for being recognized as the February Student of the Month for Toombs County High School.
Photo (Left to Right): Lion Darriel Nobles (President), Lion Jill O’Neal (2nd Vice President), Megan Morris (TCHS Teacher), Noelia Nevarez (TCHS Student of the Month), Lion Barry Waller (Toombs County Superintendent).
Listen to the Bulldog Bulletin Monday-Friday on Y101 (FM 100.9) at 7:28am, 12:28pm & 5:28pm. The Bulldog Bulletin includes the most current happenings in Toombs County Schools.
Trivia Night at TCHS is Thursday, February 20th @ 6:30PM.
Happy Presidents' Day from Toombs County Schools
Rising Freshman Orientation at Toombs County High School will be on Tuesday, February 25th (Last Names ending in A-L) and Thursday, February 27th (Last Names ending in M-Z) at 5:45 p.m. each evening.
If you are not able to attend due to a schedule conflict on your selected night, please email michelle.branham@toombs.k12.ga.us to switch your night to the other date. Any student who does not attend either night will have the opportunity to select their elective courses at TCMS at a later date.
On orientation night students will select their high school pathways/elective classes for the 2025-2026 school year. Students will tour TCHS on Tuesday, February 25th and they will bring home an informational booklet with a list of pathways.
TCHS is hosting a Dual Enrollment Night on Monday, February 24, at 5:45 PM in the TCHS Auditorium! This event is for students interested in participating in dual enrollment for the 2025-2026 school year.
If you're already taking a dual enrollment class, no need to attend—this is for NEW to Dual Enrollment students only. Parents are highly encouraged to attend with their students!
Listen to the Bulldog Bulletin Monday-Friday on Y101 (FM 100.9) at 7:28am, 12:28pm & 5:28pm. The Bulldog Bulletin includes the most current happenings in Toombs County Schools.
Toombs County Schools will be closed for students and staff on Monday, February 17.
Toombs County Schools will be closed for students and staff on Monday, February 17.
Herff Jones will be on campus at 8:00am on Thursday, March 6th to take ring and letter jacket orders. They will also deliver senior announcements that were ordered through them at this time. This will be the last time to order class rings in person for delivery in the fall.
Check out their website at https://gradnow.com/ to order online.
Congratulations to Amelia "Millie" Richter, our 2025 DAR Good Citizen Award recipient! 🌟
This award, presented by the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR), honors students who exemplify dependability, service, leadership, and patriotism in their homes, schools, and communities.
Mrs. Gwen Warren of the Vidalia Chapter proudly presented Millie with a DAR pin, certificate, wallet card, and a $50 scholarship in recognition of her outstanding character and dedication.
👏 Join us in celebrating Millie’s achievement—way to go! 🎉 #DARGoodCitizen
