Center Elementary School

Back-to-school safety starts with routines. Review transportation procedures, emergency contacts, and pick-up plans with your child.

Back-to-School = Back to Safety! We’re reinforcing arrival and dismissal routines and helping students learn how to walk, wait, and listen safely. Please review transportation plans with your child. We can't wait to see you Friday, August 8.

Back-to-school safety starts with routines. Please review transportation procedures, emergency contacts, and pick-up plans with your child.

🎒Back-to-School = Back to Safety. Let’s start the year off right by reviewing procedures, updating emergency contacts, and reinforcing safe habits with our students. #WeAreWare

Parents and guardians,
If your child requires medication during the school day, please bring it to the school clinic beginning Thursday, August 1, 2025. Although many families wait until Open House, early drop-off helps our school nurses process paperwork and get everything in place before students return.

📌 All medications must be brought in by a parent or guardian.
📌 A medication authorization form may be required depending on the prescription—please check with your school nurse.

Thank you for supporting the health and safety of our students.

Before the school year begins, all families must complete the Census Verification Annual Update through the Infinite Campus Parent Portal.
1. Log in to the Parent Portal at www.ware.k12.ga.us.
2. Click “OK” on the Action Required prompt or go to “More” > Census Update.
3. Update your contact and emergency info.
4. Complete the forms for each student.
5. Click Submit — and you’re done!

The update must be completed to access your child’s grades and schedule. Need help? Contact your child’s school or the Central Office for support. Check out these flyers for more info: https://aptg.co/TNN3Nx

McKinney Vento Services for 2025-2026

McKinney-Vento eligibility must be reviewed and re-evaluated every school year. Any special transportation or other services provided during the prior school year do not automatically carry
over. If your family or children are experiencing housing instability or an increased risk of homelessness at the beginning of the 2025-2026 school year, please contact Sandra Osburn, McKinney-Vento Liaison, after July 24, 2025, at 912-283-8656 or by email at sosburn@ware.k12.ga.us. Mrs. Osburn will help you determine if your family qualifies for McKinney-Vento services.

Please Note: If you received special transportation through McKinney-Vento services, those services will not continue for the 2025-2026 school year, unless you contact Mrs. Osburn.

Thank you!

Say “hello” to even more messaging and announcements in the Ware K-12 app! Parents/guardians check your email/text for instructions to sign up and access new features later today. The app downloads links are working and operating as expected within the message!

As we gear up for another school year, you can keep up with events, news, and classroom happenings in the Ware K-12 app. If you haven't already, download the app for Android (http://bit.ly/2FkxHcX)or iPhone (https://apple.co/3GIg0zb) today. You don't want to miss a thing!

Say “hello” to even more messaging and announcements in the Ware K-12 app! Parents/guardians check your email/text for instructions to sign up and access new features.

Say "hello" to Messaging in the Ware K-12 app! Our same app now keeps you informed across your child's classes. Look for your personalized invite to access Messages, Announcements, and Stream after June 9th. Download for Android https://aptg.co/l0xkJ1 Download for iPhone https://aptg.co/Bn_1TZ

Center Elementary School Supply List for the 2025-2026 School Year Copies will be on hand at Walmart Waycross (both locations) English: https://5il.co/3hlj8 Spanish: https://5il.co/3hlj9

📣 Center Elementary proudly announces our 2024–2025 Award Recipients! Please join us in celebrating three exceptional, dedicated, and inspirational team members who embody the heart and soul of our school community: 🌟 Teacher of the Year: Leezola Smith – Our dynamic, innovative, and passion-driven 5th Grade Math teacher. Ms. Smith runs a top-notch classroom fueled by a deep commitment to student success. She builds meaningful relationships, sets ambitious goals, and inspires her students to reach them. Her relentless dedication and goal-oriented instruction make her a standout educator. 💫 Support Staff of the Year: Dinah Myrick—Our steadfast, compassionate, and resourceful ESOL teacher, Dinah, serves students who are learning the English language with care and intention. She consistently builds strong relationships and helps students grow in reading, language, and writing while also building their confidence and strengthening their communication skills. Her patient guidance and encouraging presence create a nurturing environment where students thrive. 🌈 Paraprofessional of the Year: Susan Lawhorn – A nurturing, dedicated, and highly skilled paraprofessional who brings warmth, patience, and exceptional care to every student she supports. Susan’s positive spirit and unmatched work ethic make her truly irreplaceable. These three incredible individuals exemplify what it means to serve with excellence, heart, and purpose. We are proud to have them as shining stars of Center Elementary! ✨

Families, this is your final chance to give input for next year’s school planning. The survey closes at the end of the week. If you haven’t taken it yet, there’s still time! English: FY26 Title I Parent Survey Link https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/2XZ2B7J Spanish: FY26 Spanish Title I Parent Survey https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/TBKRN6D Return the signed flyer with your child’s name and grade, and your child will be entered to win the Mystery Prize. The prizes will be awarded on May 21st.

📢 Friendly Reminder for Honor Ceremonies at Center Elementary As you prepare to attend our upcoming Honor Ceremonies and Beach Days, please remember: 👉 All visitors must present a picture ID or Driver’s License to enter the building. This safety precaution has been in place all year to help us keep our school community safe. We’re looking forward to welcoming you over the next couple of weeks—thank you for your cooperation and support!

Catch up with the latest student stories, events, and news updates. It's everything Ware K-12, in your pocket. If you haven't already, download our app! Download for Android http://bit.ly/2FkxHcX Download for iPhone https://apple.co/3GIg0zb

Parents, We’re excited to kick off our One School, One Book Reading Adventure starting next Monday! 📚 Please read this important letter about the project: Click here Key details: The reading schedule begins May 5 and runs through May 16. Teachers will read the assigned chapters with students during the school day. We encourage you to read the same chapters with your child at home each evening. Fun activities are planned throughout the two weeks—we can’t wait to get started! 📸 We’d love to see your readers in action! Send photos of your child(ren) reading at home to their teacher. We'll feature them on our school Facebook page. Thank you for supporting our schoolwide reading adventure!

Parents, this is a reminder text if you did not take this survey on April 1st or April 14th. Please take a moment to complete this survey—your feedback is important to us. You only need to complete it once for one or more child in our system. Thank you for your input as we plan for next school year. English: FY26 Title I Parent Survey Link https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/2XZ2B7J Spanish: FY26 Spanish Title I Parent Survey https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/TBKRN6D

GMAS Testing Update Our 3rd, 4th, and 5th graders had a great day of testing on Math Part 1 of the GMAS today. We now move to the Math Section 2 on Wednesday, April 30th. Please ensure your child arrives on time each day. If absent due to illness, a doctor's note is required for retesting. Absences for planned events or appointments will not be excused for testing purposes.

Dear Parents, We need your help! Please take a few moments to complete the Spring Input Survey to assist us in planning for the 2025–2026 school year. So far, we have only had 17 survey responses out of 470 students. A second flyer will be sent home today. If you complete the survey — or have already completed it earlier this month — your child will be eligible for a mystery prize on May 21st! English: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/2XZ2B7J Spanish: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/TBKRN6D To participate: Write your child’s (or children’s) name(s) on the back of the survey flyer. Sign and date the flyer. Please return it to your child's teacher. Thank you for being so supportive!