
🧑🎄At a time of the year when most think about what to receive, you turned the tables and gave abundantly.🧑🎄 Your generosity inspired others from MacIntyre Park and from Thomasville High to donate as well. Your actions have made a difference in our school, in our district, and in our community! 💖Thank you for giving from the heart!💖
🙌Mrs. Knop, we appreciate the gracious $1,000 support from the LiveLikeLevi Foundation. 🙌
The Scholars Academy Traveling Trophy will go with the 7th grade winners of the December Dollar Days Fundraiser.🏆 A movie and refreshments await this Friday afternoon in the cafeteria.🎦🍿
Merry Christmas!🎄



⚠️Bus 14-94 will arrive home at 4pm today only . 🚍
#transportationupdate #thomasvillecityschools #busschedule


✨One week from TODAY✨
#communitypartnerships #thomasvillega #supportcommunity #supportlocal


⛔Road Closure! Tomorrow morning (Dec. 10th), starting at 8 am Mitchell St. (between Clay and Washington) will be closed!⛔


✨REMINDER ✨
1 WEEK FROM TODAY - Thomasville City Schools will offer another in-person substitute teacher training on Friday, December 13th from 8 AM - 12 PM. Training is mandatory for substitutes in our schools. Please fill out this form to sign up for training-->https://forms.gle/SeyhC1sEYg9Lm3Xs9
#subtraining #substitute #thomasvillecityschools


🎥🌦️ Special Visit from WCTV! 🌦️🎥
Our 6th graders had an exciting day with Mike McCall and Josh Green from WCTV! 📺 They shared the latest in the field of meteorology, from weather patterns to storm tracking. 🌪️🌧️ The highlight? Learning how the green screen works! 💚 Students had a blast seeing how weather forecasts come to life on screen. Maybe we have some future meteorologists in the making! 🌟 Thank you, WCTV, for inspiring our students with hands-on learning! 👏










🎉 Senior Yearbook Ads are SOLD OUT! 🎉
Thank you to everyone who purchased a senior ad to celebrate the Class of 2025!


✨SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT✨
TCS will offer another in-person substitute teacher training on Friday, December 13th from 8 AM - 12 PM. Training is mandatory for substitutes in our schools. Please fill out this form to sign up for training-->https://forms.gle/SeyhC1sEYg9Lm3Xs9
#subtraining #substitute #thomasvillecityschools


🎄Students ring in the Yuletide spirit! 🎄 December Dollar Days Fundraising for the Landstrom Family will only go for two weeks: December 2-13. We will NOT be doing this fundraiser the last week of December.
Students are asked to bring $1 each day for incentives.
Once a student has brought $5, they may receive a LandSTRONG sticker.
Once a student has brought $10, they may earn 1 hour of community service. (Limit 1 hour)
Students will bring donations to the following teachers:
6th - homeroom teachers
7th - Mrs. Sumner
8th - Mrs. King
BIG THANKS to Mrs. Knop! The Live Like Levi Foundation will match up to $1,000!
🧑🎄Let's help the Landstrom family have a Merry Christmas! 🧑🎄


🥫🥫2,229 Cans! What a way to finish off the SA Canned Food Drive! 🥫🥫
After a three week competition, the last week saw all grades meet their challenge. Thank you for being willing to help feed those who are hungry!
🎇Congratulations to the 6th grade who brought in over 1,000 cans🎇! They are the first to claim the SA Community Service Traveling Trophy. 🏆
📣Excellent work to Ms. Strausser’s homeroom who brought in 611 cans!📣
Happy Thanksgiving!🦃



🍂 Thanksgiving Break Announcement! 🍂
Thomasville City Schools will be on Thanksgiving Break from November 25–29. We hope everyone enjoys a safe and restful holiday filled with family, friends, and gratitude! 🦃✨
Students, we look forward to seeing you back on Monday, December 2nd. 🍁
#ThanksgivingBreak #ThomasvilleCitySchools #GratefulAndRested


✨TODAY✨
Free meals provided by the City of Thomasville and many community partners today from 3:30-5:30 pm at 407 N. Madison Street (parking lot between Singletary Tire and Walden's Flower Shop).


🌊🐊 7th Grade Science Academy Adventure! 🦈🌴
Our 7th graders dove into hands-on learning with marine biology, swamp treks, shark dissections, and even a close encounter with a gator! From exploring ecosystems to the "Save Our Seas" program at SeaWorld, this trip was packed with unforgettable experiences. 🌟

MPMS/Scholars Academy Yearbooks are now on sale! $25 until Februrary 13th, $30 after that date. Get yours today! Click this link to order online: https://plicbooks.com/go/TE5CAU
See Mrs. Brewster in the media center for more info!



🌻🤠 Congratulations to our 2024 Sadie Hawkins Representatives! 🤠🌻
We are so proud of this amazing group of students chosen to represent their peers.
6th Grade: Ellie Dunlap and Grant Harpe
7th Grade: Caiden Hartzog and Ari Slusher
8th Grade: Chloe Hall and Luke Ridley





🙌 Hands On Thomas County wants to let you know about a volunteer project that would be a great opportunity for our students!🙌
🧑🎄HOTC is helping Davidson Law Offices stuff 1300 goodie bags that they will distribute to local senior residences ahead of the holidays. Volunteers are invited to come to the HOTC office on select weekdays throughout November and December to make the bags from 3-5 p.m. 🧑🎄
Attached is a flyer and the online registration, which lists out all the days and times:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/socksfromsanta24#/


🌿 Join us at the 29th Annual Wildlife Arts Festival this weekend at the Thomasville Center for the Arts! Perfect for the whole family, with free hands-on activities, live wildlife encounters, and an inspiring fine art show and artisan market!
🗓 Saturday, Nov. 16 | 10 AM - 4 PM
🗓 Sunday, Nov. 17 | 12 PM - 4 PM
🎉 Don’t miss these highlights:
Wildlife Walkabout Stations – Kids can learn about conservation, enjoy trivia, and earn prizes!
Jr. Wildlife Art Competition Awards – Sat. at 12:30 PM under the oaks 🌳
Beguiled by the Wild Workshops – Hands-on art for youth with artists Dave Junker and Karen Stauffer (Sat. 1 PM, Sun. 3 PM)
Land + Lore Film & Speaker Series – Explore the beauty of local ecosystems (Sat. 1:30/2:30 PM)
Celebrate art, nature, and community with us! Visit thomasvillearts.org for more info. 🎨✨ #WildlifeArtsFestival #ThomasvilleArts #FamilyFun #SupportTheArts #community #ThomasvilleGA



📚✨ Immersed in Spanish Culture! ✨📚
Mrs. King’s Spanish culture class dove into the beauty of Spain’s traditions, exploring authentic realia like intricately designed fans and ceramics. Students got hands-on learning about the vibrant customs and craftsmanship that make Spain so unique.


🌟 Hands-on Science Fun! 🌟
Students in Mrs. Jones’ Physical Science class have been hard at work creating tea lights and lava lamps to explore the Kinetic Molecular Theory and the different phases of matter! 🧪💡This exciting activity helps reinforce the concept that all matter is made up of molecules in constant motion, and their energy depends on the state of matter they’re in. 🔥💧🌬️ Learning through creativity and discovery—science in action! 👩🔬👨🔬✨











🌟 Staff Spotlight: Mrs. Jennifer Rayburn 🌟
We’re excited to shine the spotlight on Mrs. Jennifer Rayburn! With a Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education 🎓 and a Master’s in School Counseling 💼, Mrs. Rayburn brings 16 years of experience in elementary education and counseling, plus five years in ministry, to our Scholars Academy family. This year, she’s celebrating her 20th wedding anniversary 💍! Mrs. Rayburn and her husband love cheering on their three children in dance 💃, sports ⚽, orchestra 🎻, and drama 🎭. Outside of work, she enjoys reading 📚, camping 🏕️, and cooking 👩🍳. Mrs. Rayburn shares, “I love being part of an educational family that genuinely strives to build caring relationships with students and with each other. I’ve watched my own children benefit academically, emotionally, and socially from the family atmosphere and support they've received at Scholars. It’s exciting to join this amazing team and contribute to our unique community!” Thank you, Mrs. Rayburn, for your dedication and for being such a positive influence on our students! 💫
