MCSD News
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October - 2019
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Mercedes C Parham
Columbus, GA – The Muscogee County School District will host a listening tour to present the initial proposed list of E-SPLOST renewal projects. The tours will be held on site at various campuses. All public stakeholders are encouraged to attend, review the list, and provide feedback for the District’s consideration. The items presented are proposed and have not been officially adopted or approved by the Board of Education.
Sessions will be held as listed below:
- October 23 | 6:30 p.m. | Dorothy Height Elementary, Cafeteria
- October 28 | 6:30 p.m. | Columbus Public Library, Auditorium
- October 30 | 6:30 p.m. | Northside High School, Auditorium
- November 5 | 6:30 p.m. | Kendrick High School, Auditorium
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Mercedes C Parham
1. The Application- Online magnet applications will open on October 14, 2019.
- The online applications will close at 5:00 p.m., January 17, 2020.
- Each parent and/or student will receive an email regarding his or her application status on February 14, 2020.
- Decisions will include a status of acceptance, wait-list, or denial.
- Middle and high schools will conduct open houses for students and parents to get a snapshot of their programs.
2. Open House- Open houses will begin October 29, 2019 and conclude on December 17, 2019.
Muscogee County School District
Middle & High School
Academy/Magnet Open House Schedule
2019-2020
Middle School
Magnet Program
Open House Date(s)
Time
Contact
Information
Arnold Magnet Academy
Math, Science and Technology
November 5, 2019
6:00 p.m.
Erika Gandy, Coordinator
706-748-2436
East Columbus Magnet Academy
Gifted and Talented
November 18, 2019
6:00 p.m.
Arlys Clayborn, Coordinator
706-565-3026
Fort Middle School
Service Learning Academy
December 17, 2019
6:00 p.m.
Elizabeth Bryan, Coordinator
706-569-3740
Rainey-McCullers School of the Arts
(Middle and High School)
Fine Arts
October 30, 2019 & November 4, 2019
6:00 p.m.
Erica Witzke, Coordinator
706-748-3304
Richards Middle School
International Baccalaureate
Programme
November 7, 2019
6:00 p.m.
Kimberly Casleton, Coordinator
706-569-3697
High School
Magnet Program
Open House Date(s)
Time
Contact Information
George Washington Carver High School
STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics)
December 10, 2019
6:00 p.m.
Shannon Floyd,
Coordinator
706-748-2499
Columbus High School
Liberal Arts Magnet
November 19, 2019 & November 21, 2019
7:00 p.m.
Priscilla Boswell, Coordinator
706-748-2534
Hardaway High School
International Baccalaureate Programme
October 29, 2019
6:30 p.m.
Ashley Snow, Coordinator
706-748-2766
Jordan Vocational High School
Muscogee County Career Academy
November 14, 2019
6:00 p.m.
Rhonda Lloyd and Timothy Vinson, Coordinator
706-748-2819
Kendrick High School
Academy of Communication Arts and Design
December 12, 2019
6:00 p.m.
Orithius Hardge and Lindsey Redondo
Coordinators
706-565-2960
Northside High School
Engineering and Biomedical Science
December 5, 2019
6:30 p.m.
Denise Fuller, Coordinator
706-748-2920
Rainey-McCullers School of the Arts
(Middle and High School)
Fine Arts
October 30, 2019 & November 4, 2019
6:00 p.m.
Erica Witzke, Coordinator
706-748-3304
William Henry Shaw High School
Mass Communications Academy
November 12, 2019
6:30 p.m.
Taylor Kinkade, Coordinator
706-569-3638
William Henry Spencer High School
The Academy for Computer Science and Game Design
December 3, 2019
6:00 p.m.
Tomacia Johnson, Coordinator
706-683-8701
3. Important Dates- October 14: Magnet applications open.
- January 17: Magnet applications close.
- February 14: Completed entrance exams and auditions are due.
- February 14: Magnet decisions will be emailed.
- February 21: Offer decisions must be made by 11:59 p.m. on this date.
- All offers will be rescinded after this time.
Apply or learn more HERE
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Mercedes C Parham
The Public Education Center, located on Macon Road, has been experiencing a phone outage since Monday, October 7, due to a service issue with AT&T. At this time, we have not received an estimated time for restoration from AT&T. We are unable to receive or place calls due to the unresolved issue that originated with AT&T.
We apologize for the inconveniences this lack of connectivity has caused. We are working to address the issue with AT&T. In the meantime, we can be reached through all of our online connections to include email, social media, and our website's feedback section.
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Jasmine S Agyemang
The Muscogee County School District is excited to announce our first Girls Flag Football program. We are one out of eight counties to provide this program in partnership with the Atlanta Falcons.
Please find below the 2019 Girls Flag Football schedule:
Tuesday, November 5 at Kinnett Stadium:
Schools
Time
Field
Northside vs. Shaw
6 p.m.
Field A
Spencer vs. Hardaway
6 p.m.
Field B
Carver vs. Jordan
7:15 p.m.
Field A
Kendrick vs. Columbus
7:15 p.m.
Field B
Tuesday, November 12 at Kinnett Stadium:
Schools
Time
Field
Kendrick vs. Shaw
6 p.m.
Field A
Hardaway vs. Jordan
6 p.m.
Field B
Northside vs. Columbus
7:15 p.m.
Field A
Carver vs. Spencer
7:15 p.m.
Field B
Saturday, November 16 at Kinnett Stadium:
Schools
Time
Field
Carver vs. Kendrick
10 a.m.
Field A
Hardaway vs. Northside
10 a.m.
Field B
Spencer vs. Columbus
11 a.m.
Field A
Jordan vs. Shaw
11 a.m.
Field B
Carver vs. Northside
12 p.m.
Field A
Kendrick vs. Hardaway
12 p.m.
Field B
Columbus vs. Jordan
1 p.m.
Field A
Spencer vs. Shaw
1 p.m.
Field B
Wednesday, November 20 at Spencer High School:
Schools
Time
Field
Kendrick vs. Spencer
6 p.m.
Field A
Northside vs. Jordan
6 p.m.
Field B
Spencer vs. Northside
7:15 p.m.
Field A
Kendrick vs. Jordan
7:15 p.m.
Field B
Wednesday, November 20 at Kinnett Stadium:
Schools
Time
Field
Carver vs. Columbus
6 p.m.
Field A
Hardaway vs. Shaw
6 p.m.
Field B
Carver vs. Shaw
7:15 p.m.
Field A
Hardaway vs. Columbus
7:15 p.m.
Field B
Wednesday, December 4 at Kinnett Stadium:
Schools
Time
Field
Carver vs. Hardaway
6 p.m.
Field A
Spencer vs. Jordan
6 p.m.
Field B
Kendrick vs. Northside
7:15 p.m.
Field A
Columbus vs. Shaw
7:15 p.m.
Field B
The Muscogee County School District Championship game will take place at Kinnett Stadium on Monday, December 9. The first round will be at 5 p.m., the semifinals will be at 6:15 p.m., and the championship game will begin at 7:30 p.m.The Atlanta Falcons Champions Day at the Mercedes Benz Stadium will be on Wednesday, December 11.Here is a list of head coaches and players for each high school:
School
Head Coach
Player
Carver
Markia Sellers
Jalyn Tells
Columbus
Christian Grier
Christine Vaughn
Hardaway
Michael Smith
Kayla Short
Jordan
Cherine Cobb
Jalynn Jones
Kendrick
Emmanuel Brown
Shamari Clark
Northside
Chad Dean
Mary Beth Cahalan
Shaw
Alicia Barton
Michaela Brown
Spencer
Andrew Smith
Aubriana Quick
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Jasmine S Agyemang
The Muscogee County School District is hosting several Parent Connection and Resource Centers to provide parents/guardians enriching information.At these centers, you will learn about different resources that support the success of all students including those with learning challenges, special needs, and disabilities. Topics will include school readiness, sports preparation, and other educational information.The Parent Connection and Resource Centers also offer parents/guardians the space to share their concerns and ideas without the restriction of location and time. All parents/guardians of students in the Muscogee County School District are encouraged to attend.The Parent Connection and Resource Centers will be on the following days:- October 10 – Columbus Museum, 4 p.m. – 7 p.m.
- October 17 – Columbus Public Library, 4 p.m. – 7 p.m.
- October 29 – Mildred Terry Library, 4 p.m. – 7 p.m.
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September - 2019
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Mercedes C Parham
Columbus, GA – The Muscogee County School District Division of Financial Services was recently recognized by the Association of School Business Officials International (ASBO) for excellence in budget presentation with the Pathway to the Meritorious Budget Award (MBA) for the 2018–2019 budget year. This marks the first year of the District receiving this award. Eight districts across the nation were named recipients; the District is the only award program participant in the state.
According to a recent release from ASBO, the International’s MBA and Pathway to the MBA promote and recognize best budget presentation practices in school districts. Participants submit applications and budget documents to a panel of school financial professionals who review the materials for compliance with the MBA Criteria Checklist along with other requirements. Districts that successfully demonstrate they have met the necessary program requirements may earn either the MBA or Pathway to the MBA, an introductory program that allows districts to ease into full MBA compliance.
ASBO is a non-profit organization that, through its members and affiliates, represents approximately 30,000 school business professionals worldwide.
The mission of the Muscogee County School District is to inspire and equip all students to achieve unlimited potential. For more information, please contact the Office of Communications at 706.748.2034 or communications@muscogee.k12.ga.us.
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Jasmine S Agyemang
Columbus, GA – The Muscogee County School District Nutrition Program was honored with a gold level recognition during the 2019 Golden Radish Awards ceremony September 17, 2019 in Atlanta. The District was one of 90 school districts in Georgia recognized.
The Golden Radish Award is given to Local Educational Agencies (LEAs) in Georgia who are doing extraordinary work in farm to school. This work includes best practices in farm-to-school programs such as local food procurement, exposing students to new foods through taste tests, and incorporating gardening and cooking activities in curriculum. LEAs are recognized at five levels: Platinum, Gold, Silver, and Bronze and Honorary.
“School nutrition is not an ‘extra’ – it’s part of offering a well-rounded education to students,” State School Superintendent Richard Woods said. “Kids who have access to fresh, healthy, locally grown foods are better equipped to learn.”
The award highlights notable farm-to-school achievements from the 2018-2019 school year:- The School Nutrition Department served more than 614,000 school meals with food sourced from local farms, including Southern Press and packing, Bland Farms, Mercier Orchards, Herndon Farms, Dickey Farms, and many more.
- Carver High School implemented an advanced course in food and nutrition, “Food for Life, ” which explores nutritional needs throughout the life cycle. The course offers a pathway into dietetics, consumer foods, and nutrition science careers.
- South Columbus Elementary partnered with Georgia Organic’s Georgia food Oasis, Synovus Bank, and Home Depot to help establish and maintain their school garden.
- Students from Veterans Middle School taste tested a variety of items from their school garden, including red, gold, and purple potatoes. Students also dried fresh mint leaves to make their own tea.
“School Nutrition is proud of this prestigious award, but this is an award for the entire school district.Our schools are providing wonderful events and activities to educate our students on the importance of fresh products grown in Georgia, whether fruits, vegetable, or meats,” said Susan Schlader, Director of School Nutrition.
Georgia Organics created the Golden Radish Awards in 2015 to raise awareness for Georgia’s emerging Farm to School programs and share the best practices among awardees. Georgia Organics’ chairs the Golden Radish Committee and facilitates the awards process annually to recognize Farm to School excellence across Georgia.
“Like farmers, school nutrition directors take their responsibility to feed our community seriously,” said Alice Rolls, CEO and President of Georgia Organics. “Each are experts at maximizing resources, especially their own energy for the good of eaters. Farm to School brings them together in work that fosters community, environmental and nutritional wellbeing.”
The Golden Radish Awards partners include Georgia Organics, Georgia’s Departments of Agriculture (GDA), Education (GaDOE) and Public Health (GDPH), the Department of Early Care and Learning (DECAL) and University of Georgia Cooperative Extension (UGA Extension).
The mission of the Muscogee County School District is to inspire and equip all students to achieve unlimited potential. For more information, please contact the Office of Communications at 706.748.2034 or communications@muscogee.k12.ga.us.
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Mercedes C Parham
Columbus, GA-The 2019 SAT results were recently released in an announcement by the Georgia Department of Education. The results mark improvements in the District’s reading and writing, math, and composite scores. The District’s reading and writing scores exceeded both the state and national averages.
“We are pleased to see continued improvement on this college-readiness indicator. Our district’s composite score exceeded the state and nation, which encourages us as we move forward to ensure our students are full-option, career-ready graduates,” said Dr. David Lewis, Superintendent of Education.
This is the third year’s results of the newest version of the SAT revised in 2017. The redesigned SAT features items to test higher-level logic and reasoning skills in reading, writing and math and a different scoring scale from previous versions.
IMPORTANT NOTE: Each year there is a different cohort of students who take the SAT, which makes it difficult to draw a comparison from one year to the next. In addition, results are contingent upon the level of coursework students pursue prior to the test administration. Since the SAT and American College Testing (ACT) allow students to sit for the exam regardless of coursework, results can vary from year to year.
Mean Evidence-Based Reading and Writing
Group
2018 Grads
2019 Grads
Nation
529
524
Georgia
537
533
MCSD
539
541
School
Carver High
479
479
Columbus High
624
619
Early College
499
496
Hardaway High
503
508
Jordan High
463
475
Kendrick High
498
503
Northside
547
537
Shaw High
493
503
Spencer High
472
458
Mean Math
Group
2018 Grads
2019 Grads
Nation
520
515
Georgia
517
515
MCSD
514
515
School
Carver High
438
445
Columbus High
613
606
Early College
457
462
Hardaway High
472
482
Jordan High
436
445
Kendrick High
477
468
Northside
515
509
Shaw High
462
461
Spencer High
460
435
Mean Evidence-Based Reading and Writing and Math
Group
2018 Grads
2019 Grads
Nation
1049
1039
Georgia
1054
1048
MCSD
1053
1056
School
Carver High
916
924
Columbus High
1237
1225
Early College
956
958
Hardaway High
975
989
Jordan High
899
920
Kendrick High
975
971
Northside
1062
1046
Shaw High
955
965
Spencer High
932
893
The mission of the Muscogee County School District is to inspire and equip all students to achieve unlimited potential. For more information, please contact the Office of Communications at 706.748.2034 or communications@muscogee.k12.ga.us.
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Jasmine S Agyemang
Columbus, GA – In a recent announcement from the Georgia Department of Education (GaDOE), six Muscogee County School District were named to serve on State School Superintendent Richard Woods’ Student Advisory Council. The students were selected from a pool of more than 1,000 applicants throughout the state. A total of 130 students will serve on the council.
The Student Advisory Council consists of middle and high school students who will meet with Superintendent Woods to discuss the impact of state policies on the classroom. In addition, they will focus on issues related to education, serve as the Superintendent’s ambassadors to their respective schools, and participate in service projects that benefit schools and students.
School
Student Name
Grade
Blackmon Road Middle
Alexandra Greenfield
7th
Richards Middle
Bay Chapman
8th
Richards Middle
James Cummings
8th
Midland Middle
Lillian Washington
7th
Columbus High School
Alexis Hearn
10th
Columbus High School
Tanner Nelson
10th
Students were chosen based on the strength of their essay responses, which focused on their ideas for public education as well as their community service experiences.
The mission of the Muscogee County School District is to inspire and equip all students to achieve unlimited potential. For more information, please contact the Office of Communications at 706.748.2034 or communications@muscogee.k12.ga.us.
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Mercedes C Parham
Columbus, GA- According to a recent release from the Georgia Department of Education (GaDOE), the Muscogee County School District (MCSD) graduation rate has surpassed the state for the sixth consecutive year. The rate is now 86.1 percent, a decrease of 2.8 points year-over-year, from 88.9 percent.
“Although our graduation rate still remains well above the state and national averages, I am disappointed that we took a step backward after six consecutive years of improvement. Our ultimate goal of a 100 percent full-option graduation continues to be the focus of our work as a district. To that end, we have revised our tracking of transient students, who move out of our district without notice, to ensure that does not impact our rate in the future,” said Dr. David Lewis, Superintendent of Education, Muscogee County School District.
The Cohort Rate is calculated using the data from students who graduate from high school within four years as required by the U.S. Department of Education. It is also one of the indicators used in the calculation of the College and Career Ready Performance Index (CCRPI).
Graduation Rate
2017
2018
2019
Muscogee County
87.8
88.9
86.1
State
80.6
81.6
82.0
Difference
7.2
7.3
4.1
School
2017
2018
2019
Carver
87.1
86.3
88.5
Columbus
100
99.3
100.0
Early College
100
100.0
97.1
Hardaway
88.1
91.6
89.3
Jordan
75.4
75.4
69.2
Kendrick
87.7
87.3
82.6
Northside
91.9
93.0
94.4
Shaw
87.2
87.9
87.9
Spencer
85.8
86.2
76.6
The mission of the Muscogee County School District is to inspire and equip all students to achieve unlimited potential. For more information, please contact the Office of Communications at
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