Brooks' Brief for December
- BCSD
- 3 hours ago
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As we approach the holiday break, it is the perfect time to pause and reflect on the incredible energy filling our hallways. This semester has been defined by more than just high scores and trophies; it has been defined by the heart, curiosity, and citizenship of our students and staff.
We are thrilled to announce that the BCSD Board of Education has been awarded the title of Exemplary Board by the GSBA. This honor reflects a deep commitment to leadership and the success of every student in our district.
Our students are also demonstrating excellence across academics, arts, and athletics:
Congratulations to the BHS Boys Basketball team for their #1 ranking! A huge shoutout to the OHMS Girls Basketball team for being crowned Region Champs.
From the magical Nutcracker performance highlighting our K-12 dance program to the soulful sounds of our Jazz Ensemble and Band, our fine arts department continues to lift the spirit of Milledgeville.
We celebrate our newest Certified Drone Pilot from the College Career Academy, a successful Pass and Review for our NJROTC, and a staggering 16 regional awards at the Oconee RESA art competition.
More than these accomplishments, we are proud of how our students and staff have served. This season, our schools have been beacons of hope:
9th Graders led their very first community can drive.
Toy drives, turkey giveaways, and food pantries have ensured our neighbors are cared for. Special thanks to GCEC for the meaningful partnership through community service that is noted for our second language students and ELC PreK and Headstart students. Thank you to MHP for their Food Pantry work that is open to our community.
Our schools are proving that strong citizenship is just as important as academic success.
Mid-year data is in, and the growth is inspiring especially in ELA and Reading.
Multiple students at MHA and LVA have already hit their year-end goal of reading 1 million words!
LVP and MHP are diving into reading initiatives as we push toward our goal of every student reading on grade level by 3rd grade.
We are thrilled, once again, with the proud improvements that OHMS continues to showcase for academic growth and closing the achievement gaps.
In BCSD, we must continue to consistently foster deep critical thinking and curiosity required for the modern workforce. We want to ensure all students find their niche, whether through our AB program, IB program, or Dual Enrollment (academic and/or CTAE)
2026 will be here soon!
In January, we will announce our very first Student Board of Education Representative. This 11th grader will bring a vital student perspective to our district's decision-making process.
As we look toward the 2026-2027 school year, we face the challenge of fewer revenue sources. However, thanks to continued good stewardship, our district's spending this December is 10% lower than the average of the last two years. This fiscal responsibility is key as we work toward a goal of reducing the budget by $5,000,000 for the upcoming cycle while maintaining the quality of our programs.
Wishing you a peaceful, joyful holiday break!
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