Twenty Minutes That Can Change a Day
Children notice when we're distracted far more than we realize. Tonight, try putting everyone's phones away for just 20 minutes. Play a game. Sit on the porch. Take a walk. Toss a football. Talk while folding laundry.
Your child may not remember exactly what you talked about, but they'll remember how it felt to have your full attention.
Children notice when we're distracted far more than we realize. Tonight, try putting everyone's phones away for just 20 minutes. Play a game. Sit on the porch. Take a walk. Toss a football. Talk while folding laundry.
Your child may not remember exactly what you talked about, but they'll remember how it felt to have your full attention.
Celebrate More Than Fireworks
As you celebrate Independence Day, take a few minutes to talk with your child about what freedom means.
Ask questions like:
• What freedoms are you thankful for?
• How can we use our freedom to help others?
• What makes America special to you?
The best conversations don't require perfect answers. They simply remind children that their thoughts matter.
As you celebrate Independence Day, take a few minutes to talk with your child about what freedom means.
Ask questions like:
• What freedoms are you thankful for?
• How can we use our freedom to help others?
• What makes America special to you?
The best conversations don't require perfect answers. They simply remind children that their thoughts matter.
Summer Learning Doesn't Have to Look Like School
If your child groans at the thought of a workbook, don't worry. Learning happens in everyday moments.
Have them read the recipe while you cook. Let them help measure ingredients. Ask them to estimate the grocery total before you check out. Look up the name of a bird you spotted outside. Play a card game together.
Curiosity is a wonderful teacher.
The best summer memories often become the best learning opportunities, too!
If your child groans at the thought of a workbook, don't worry. Learning happens in everyday moments.
Have them read the recipe while you cook. Let them help measure ingredients. Ask them to estimate the grocery total before you check out. Look up the name of a bird you spotted outside. Play a card game together.
Curiosity is a wonderful teacher.
The best summer memories often become the best learning opportunities, too!
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.
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.
We are excited to offer Parent ProTech—a digital safety resource that equips families with expert guidance on today’s most popular apps, games, and devices. With short videos, step-by-step tutorials, and expert tips, Parent ProTech helps you set up parental controls, stay informed about online trends, and have meaningful tech conversations with your child. This resource is free for our families!
🔗 Try ParentProTech Now → https://app.parentprotech.com/1057/ware-county/en/signup?source=admin
Together, we can help our students navigate the digital world safely and confidently!
🔗 Try ParentProTech Now → https://app.parentprotech.com/1057/ware-county/en/signup?source=admin
Together, we can help our students navigate the digital world safely and confidently!
🎒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
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!
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!
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.
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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!
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We are monitoring expected inclement weather for Wed., March 5, 2025, and have been in contact with our local EMA Director about its expected effect on our area. School will remain on a normal schedule tomorrow. Expect wind, thunderstorms & gusty conditions from 6-10 AM. Please drive cautiously & dress for the weather. Stay safe!
We are hiring! Come join our team. Visit https://secure3.entertimeonline.com/ta/6145471.careers?CareersSearch=&lang=en-US to see what jobs are available and learn more about working with us by visiting https://www.ware.k12.ga.us/o/ware-county-school-district/page/careers.
Georgia Department of Education Parent Survey
The 2025 Georgia Department of Education Annual Parent Survey is now open for all parents with students in Ware County Schools who have an Individualized Education Plan (IEP). Each year Georgia is required to conduct a parent survey to determine parents’ perception of the success of parent engagement between the local schools’ and themselves. By completing this survey, Ware County Schools will be able to better identify needs in family involvement and how best to partner with families to raise the achievement rates of students in our district.
This survey will assist in achieving the goal of successful outcomes for students with disabilities. You may complete the survey in English or Spanish at the link provided below or by using your smartphone to access the survey with the QR code. If you have any questions please contact your child’s IEP case manager, school coordinator or Ware County Parent Mentor, Kim Gibson at 912-287-2306 or kimgibson@ware.k12.ga.us
https://survey.gadoe.org/SPEDParentSurvey/Pages/ParentSurvey.aspx
As a family, create a routine that will make mornings run smoothly.
Help your child do something nice for another person.
Ask your child to tell you about one of this year’s teachers.
Take advantage of time in the car with your child. You can talk privately without interruption.
Play cards, charades, or a board game with your child.
Attendance matters! Set your child up for success by making regular school attendance an expectation for your household.
