Center Elementary School

Review school deadlines before the holiday break. Think projects, exams, and permission slips. Organization lowers stress!

Santa’s Workshop is coming to Southern Forest World! Kids can shop $10-and-under gifts & have them wrapped too. Open Dec 13 (9 AM)–Dec 24 (12 PM).
1440 N. Augusta Ave., Waycross

The 2025 Okefenokee Swamp Park Light Show is coming! 🎄✨
Holiday train ride, hot cocoa, s’mores & thousands of lights nightly (6–9 PM).
Dates: Dec 5–7, 11–14, 18–23 & 26–28.
Santa’s Workshop: Dec 20–23!
$14 adults, $12 kids, 3 & under free.
More info: okeswamp.org

Every week, students miss school because of untreated dental pain. Our upcoming Help a Child Smile dental clinic can make a huge difference for your child. Sign up now at: www.MySchoolDentist.com
Great news: Dental care is fully covered for students with Medicaid! If your child needs a dental checkup, cleaning, or treatment, this is a simple, stress-free way to get it done right here at school.

Keep evening routines steady. Predictability helps kids handle holiday excitement better.

Teach your child how to write a simple thank-you note. Gratitude never goes out of style.

Tomorrow, December 3, is make-up picture day! Forms and money will be due tomorrow. Don't forget your SMILE!

Kids remember what we model. Stay calm when plans shift; they’re watching how to adjust with grace.

Be Aware, Show You Care! In December, students will be learning how to observe their surroundings, make safe choices, and ask for help when something seems amiss. Talk to your child about using their eyes, ears, and voice to keep school safe.

New month, fresh start. Encourage your child to set one small goal to finish the semester strong.

Many students look up to YouTubers and TikTok stars. Talk about fame, privacy, and healthy boundaries online. Explore tips at Parent ProTech: https://app.parentprotech.com/1057/ware-county/en/signup?source=admin

Thanksgiving prep? Let children measure, stir, or set the table. Math tastes better that way.

Compliment your child for effort in school, not just grades. Grit outlasts talent.

Plan one simple act of kindness to close the month — a note, a call, a visit.

Ask your child to share one goal they want to reach before winter break. Encourage small steps.

📣 Early Release – Friday, November 21, 2025

Ware County Schools will operate on an early release schedule this Friday, November 21, 2025, due to the number of students, staff, and district buses traveling to Fairburn, GA for the second round of playoffs.

Early Release Times:
• Ware County High School & Ware County Academy: 11:30 AM
• Middle Schools: 12:00 PM
• Daffodil Pre-K: 12:40 PM
• Elementary Schools: 1:00 PM

This schedule ensures we have the transportation and staffing needed for safe travel. Individual schools will share any additional details with families. Safe travels to everyone heading to Fairburn, and thank you for your continued support of Ware County Schools!

Clean out old toys or clothes and donate together. Giving builds empathy.

Teach kids how to pause before reacting. Deep breaths are free and effective.

Check your child’s backpack for lost forms or notes — communication keeps school and home connected.

Encourage your child to include someone new at lunch or recess. Inclusion is courage disguised as kindness.