Good afternoon. This is Betsy Green, principal of BES, with a few announcements. Please log on to infinite campus to review your child’s information online. You will need to log in through the parent portal. We sent home child specific information about how to log on and we have posted video tutorials on our school’s website and Facebook page. Through the portal... READ MORE >
Distance Virtual School Model Orientation VideosIf your child will be one of our virtual learning students this fall, please make sure that you have viewed the orientation Zoom session videos from today (August 6, 2020). If you have questions, please contact the administrator for the corresponding level of your student. Elementary School Virtual Administrator:... READ MORE >
Good afternoon BES families. This is Betsy Green, principal of Blackburn Elementary School and I am so excited to welcome you all back to school. I have a few important dates and reminders for you as we get ready for a fantastic school year. First if your student is signed up for virtual learning, there is a mandatory orientation meeting that will be virtual.... READ MORE >
Press ReleaseOn Monday evening, the administration of Lumpkin County Schools presented the Return to School plan at the regularly scheduled July Board of Education meeting.This approved plan is the culmination of over a month's work from educators, parents, and community members. Approved by the Board of Education Monday evening, the official start date for... READ MORE >
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Click here: COVID 19 Resources (Updated Regularly) READ MORE >
Camp has been postponed to July 6-9. We are opening up registration for one more week (through this coming Friday). For students in grades K-4, register here: https://tinyurl.com/LCCamp2020 For students in grades 5-7, register here: https://tinyurl.com/LCAdventure2020 No need to re-register if you’ve already registered! READ MORE >
Hello and good afternoon, this is Betsy Green, principal of Blackburn Elementary School. This is going to be a long message with a lot of information that you will need to know. It is with a sad heart that we will not be having school in our building for the remainder of this school year. I truly miss our students and our staff. Despite not meeting in our school... READ MORE >
Click here for Step-by-Step Online Registration InstructionsClick here for Online Registration Portal READ MORE >
YEARBOOK UPDATE: As we all adapt to change, one thing that remains constant is the yearbook tradition of documenting the history of our students and our school year. We are pleased to announce that our yearbook adviser and staff are working hard to complete the yearbook and make sure it is printed. Since copies are limited and school schedules continue... READ MORE >
Use the Link below for Information about the Coronavirus for kids and parents.https://sites.google.com/view/... READ MORE >
Click Link Below for a List of Community Resources for Parents.https://sites.google.com/view/... READ MORE >
Parents and Families—this year’s main fundraiser is the BES Boosterthon Fun Run!! It’s a two-week program that kicks off with a Pep Rally on Wednesday, February 26th. Families will then gather pledges for every lap your student runs (30-35 laps) at the BES Fun Run, which will happen on Friday, March 6th. This year our goal is to raise funds to enhance... READ MORE >
We are pleased to announce that Blackburn Elementary School has been identified as a Title I Reward School by the Georgia Department of Education (GADOE). As defined by the GADOE, “A Title I Reward School is a Title I school among the 10-percent of Title I schools in the state that is making the most progress in improving the performance of the all-students group... READ MORE >
Yearbooks are on sale until December 13 for $25.00. After this date the price will increase. 5th grade parents may purchase a recognition ad by December 1. To purchase a yearbook or a 5th grade recognition ad online you may visit www.jostensyearbooks.com. READ MORE >
The Lumpkin County Health Department will be coming out the school on November 7th to offer flu vaccinations for students. The is no cost for the students to be vaccinated. If they are covered under a private insurance plan or a Medicaid or Peachcare plan, they will bill the insurance. Students who are not covered by insurance or have a plan that... READ MORE >
As summer break ends, many students will return to school with mobile devices, such as smart phones, tablets, and laptops. Although these devices can help students complete schoolwork and stay in touch with family and friends, there are risks associated with using them. However, there are simple steps that can help students stay safe while using their... READ MORE >
2019-2020 Title 1 Annual Parent Meeting August 22nd. 8:00am & 6:30pm READ MORE >
Out with the old and in with the new! Lumpkin County Schools has a new school district app and Infinite Campus has two new apps (one for students and one for parents). Take a few minutes to delete the old Lumpkin County Schools app and the old Infinite Campus apps and download the new ones today!To download the new LC Schools App, search "Lumpkin County School... READ MORE >