Troup County School System

Mission:

The mission of the Troup County School System is to educate all students in a challenging and safe learning environment, so they will become productive citizens in a diverse and changing world.

New Elementary School Attendance Boundaries

1) Why Do We Need to Address Elementary Student Attendance Boundaries?

• To maximize efficiency and productivity
• To achieve the best long range results for the system
• To realize levels of school equity in resources and demographics
• To decrease transportation expenses and increase savings
• To move toward fewer and larger elementary schools
• School attendance zones have not been changed in more than 20 years

2) Board Approved Elementary School Attendance Zone Map:

Street Listing

3) Student Attendance Boundary Questions and Recommendations:

rezoningquestions@troup.org

Student Attendance Boundaries Q&A

Preparing Students For The CRCT

Local Retailers Support Box Tops For Education

LAGRANGE HIGH SCHOOL ANNOUNCES NEW ATHLETIC DIRECTOR

Jamie Schmitt - LHS Athletic Director

Carlos Williams, WRBL news reporter, pleasantly surprised Whitesville Road Elementary School teacher Sharon Dunson by presenting her with the Golden Apple Award. A parent nominated Dunson for the award based on her caring and patient attitude toward students. Congratulations, Sharon Dunson, Golden Apple Award winner! To show teachers just how much they are appreciated, WRBL News 3 and MEA Federal Credit Union sponsor the Golden Apple Award. Winners are chosen from the entire WRBL News 3 viewing area.

Moving from Adequately Yearly Progress (AYP) to the College and Career Ready Performance Index (CCRPI)

School systems throughout the state of Georgia now embark on a new accountability measurement system known as College and Career Ready Performance Index (CCPRI). This new system takes the place of Adequate Yearly Progress (AYP). Georgia received a waiver from No Child Left Behind last year. Instead of using Adequate Yearly Progress (AYP) to measure school performance, school systems will now use a much more extensive measure called the College and Career Ready Performance Index (CCRPI), which looks at multiple indicators. A numerical score out of 100% will be given to every school in the state. While that will be much easier for everyone to understand, the details behind it are not as easy. The Georgia Department of Education is refining the model and more details will be available very soon. For an overview of the College and Career Ready Performance Index, click on this link or visit the DOE website at www.gadoe.org.

A numerical score out of 100% will be given to every school in the state and will be based on the following:
1) Weighted average of
---Achievement
---Achievement Gap Closure
---Progress

2) Achievement is the predominant factor

3) Exceeding the Bar Indicators (Earn extra points for excellent work)

Georgia School Boards Association Legislative Positions for 2014

The Georgia School Boards Association (GSBA) recently published its legislative positions for 2014. GSBA represents the collective resolve of its members, the 180 elected boards of education. These legislative positions determine whether GSBA supports legislation, opposes it, or remain neutral.

Positions described include:
I. Governance of Education
II. The State/Local Funding Partnership
III. Improving Student Achievement
IV. Federal Issues

Click here to view the detailed report or visit the GSBA website, www.gsba.com.

Silcox Named Troup County Schools Teacher of The Year

Troup County Schools 8th Grade Writing Assessment
Scores Continue To Climb

State Legislators Contact Information

The AdvancED Team Will Recommend Troup County Schools Accreditation
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March 18-22 Proclaimed School Board Appreciation Week in Georgia

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TROUP COUNTY SCHOOLS TO CONSIDER PROGRAM PROPOSALS
FROM COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS

Nutrition News Letter January 2013

2013 Board Meeting Dates

2012 System Quick View Sheet

2013-2014 School System Calendar

2012-2013 Testing Calendar

Monthly Activity Calendar

Employee Benefits Portal

To learn more Click Here

RUMOR CONTROL

Archived RUMOR CONTROL Information

TROUP COUNTY SCHOOL SYSTEM PRE-K AND KINDERGARTEN
REGISTRATION APPROACHING

To learn more Click Here

Measures to Address Declining Revenue

Performance Driven Budget Reductions FY13 and FY14

Abbreviated Presentation_FY 13-14 Budget Planning and Proposals

Detailed Presentation_Facility Planning

FY14 Budget Issues & Proposals
Questions & Answers

Troup County Schools 2011-2012 Annual Report

What do Common Core Georgia Performance Standards mean for Georgia?

The CCGPS for English language arts, mathematics, and literacy in science, history/social studies, and technical subjects will ensure that all Georgia students have an equal access and opportunity to master the skills and knowledge needed for success beyond high school. Effective implementation of the CCGPS requires support on multiple fronts, including strengthening teacher content knowledge, pedagogical skills, and contextualized tasks for students that effectively engage 21st Century learners. The standards create a foundation to work collaboratively across states and districts, pooling resources and expertise, to create curricular tools, professional development, common assessments, and other instructional materials.

Want to learn more about the new Common Core Standards for elementary level mathematics?
Review the Parent Roadmaps below for:

Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade

For more information about Common Core Standards, visit www.corestandards.org.

Troup County Schools
System Improvement Plan

Troup County School System teachers are currently participating in the DonorsChoose.org / KIA Double Your Impact classroom grant project. DonorsChoose.org offers public school teachers additional resources for classroom equipment and supplies that they would often purchase out of pocket.

Many projects have received full funding over the past several weeks and select projects currently have partial funding:
Click Here for the complete list.

Berta Weathersbee

Pictured: Students at Berta Weathersbee Elementary School

KIA MOTORS AMERICA AND DONORSCHOOSE.ORG FORM PARTNERSHIP TO BENEFIT MORE THAN 125,000 PUBLIC SCHOOL STUDENTS NATIONWIDE IN 2012

Fast-Growing Automaker’s Donation and Double Your Impact Campaign will Generate more than Two Million Dollars for School Supplies and Educational Resources

Kia Motors and DonorsChoose.org partnered to offer public schools a wonderful opportunity to fund classroom projects. Kia Motors announced a $1 million commitment to public schools! This fall, by matching donations from citizen philanthropists via DonorsChoose.org, Kia Motors will bring more than $2 million to classrooms near their 755 retail showrooms. Support teachers by visiting the DonorsChoose.org website and by contributing to the amazing classroom projects posted by Troup County School System teachers.

Want to learn more about Common Core Georgia Performance Standards (CCGPS)? Click here for more information.

Spot Light

"Spotlight on Education" is a television program featured on LGTV Channel 19 and YouTube designed to provide viewers an in-depth look at the important and exciting educational issues and activities taking place in the Troup County School System. A special "thank you" to the City of LaGrange for making this show possible. Click on the following YouTube link to view the most recent show. Click Here.

Troup Named One Of The Best

Troup County received the 100 Best Communities for Young People award three consecutive years!

Pre-pay for School Meals

Pre-Pay for School Meals at www.paypams.com

PayPAMS is the simple, safe and secure portal to pay for your child's meals.

PayPAMS will ensure that your money goes directly to the students account.

At PayPAMS, parents can set up Automatic Payment Plans, View Account Balances and History, Receive Automatic Notification on Balance Status and More!

There is no cost to register, browse the website and check account balances. However, a service fee of $1.95 will be charged per online transaction. The service fee covers the cost of maintaining the website. More information Click Here.