Record-Breaking Achievement: Polk School District Earns All-Time High Georgia Milestones Scores in 9 of 12 Tested Areas

Today, the Georgia Department of Education released the testing data for the 2026 Georgia Milestones tests in Math, Science, and Social Studies. Due to changes to the English Language Arts (ELA)/Reading standards and the 2026 ELA Milestones assessments, these scores are expected to be released in November or December 2026.

Polk School District is thrilled to announce that we saw growth resulting in our highest-ever Milestones test scores in the following nine areas:
Math:
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade
6th Grade
7th Grade
8th Grade
Science:
8th Grade Physical Science
High School Biology
Social Studies:
8th Grade Georgia Studies

Polk is also proud of the areas in which students met or exceeded the State of Georgia in the percentage of students scoring at the Developing and above levels in fourth-, seventh-, and eighth-grade math, and eighth-grade physical science.

“These scores demonstrate the commitment to providing high-quality instruction to all students, every day throughout Polk School District,” said Polk School District Superintendent Mark Lumpkin.”The tremendous work by all of our teachers and support staff ensures this can happen. We know there is still work to be done, but the continued growth of our students in nearly all areas demonstrates the effectiveness of the instructional materials, professional learning, and focus on teaching we have undertaken on Mondays and throughout the year to help PSD students perform to the best of their ability.”

This year, Polk School District is focusing on the following initiatives to close gaps where they exist and to continue our success in areas already showing growth.

Reading/ English-Language Arts: Expansion of the evidence-based science of reading practices in Grades K-3, including adding a designated K-3 literacy coach at all schools through the statewide early-literacy program.

Math: Implementation of the Math Matters Act (HB 1030), which provides additional support for advanced mathematics pathways in middle and high school.

Honors and Advanced Placement Classes: Alignment of middle school honors classes with state requirements for automatic placement of capable students, and continued expansion of Advanced Placement opportunities at the high school level to close the gap between high-performing students in Polk and the State of Georgia.

Whole-Child Supports: A continued focus on reducing chronic absenteeism; Polk has a lower rate of chronically absent (missing more than 10% of instructional days) students than the state average; however, we are using data and best practices to help reduce these numbers even further.

All data is publicly available at: https://georgiainsights.gadoe.org/

About Georgia Milestones (from the GADOE)
Students take Georgia Milestones End of Grade (EOG) tests in grades 3-8, and Georgia Milestones End of Course (EOC) tests in identified high school courses. The Georgia Milestones Assessment System meets the federal requirement that states test students in math and ELA in grades 3-8 and once in high school, and in science once per grade band (3-5, 6-9, 10-12). Georgia Milestones undergoes a rigorous national peer review process to meet federal guidelines and requirements.

Georgia Milestones assesses student learning along four levels of achievement: Beginning Learners, Developing Learners, Proficient Learners, and Distinguished Learners. While Proficient Learners have demonstrated full mastery of the grade-level standards, Developing Learners have demonstrated partial mastery of grade-level standards and are considered in progress toward full proficiency.

See the attached link for the GaDOE Press Release:
https://gadoe.org/press-releases/georgia-milestones-scores-continue-to-show-improvement-with-some-all-time-highs-in-math/
4 days ago, Polk School District
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🎉 Congratulations to Cedartown Middle School Nutrition Staff! 🎉

We are proud to announce that Cedartown Middle School has been named a recipient of the Georgia School Nutrition Cafeteria Award of Excellence!

This prestigious recognition from the Georgia Department of Education School Nutrition Division honors school nutrition programs that go above and beyond in serving high-quality, nutritious meals while providing outstanding customer service and maintaining the highest program standards.

This award recognizes excellence in areas such as:
🍎 Incorporating Georgia Grown products into school meals
⭐ Maintaining an "A" health inspection rating
🥗 Achieving strong student meal participation
🤝 Building meaningful connections with students and the community
📣 Promoting healthy school nutrition through effective outreach and marketing

The Cedartown Middle School nutrition team will be recognized at the upcoming Georgia School Nutrition Association (GSNA) Kickoff in Macon.

Please join us in congratulating our incredible School Nutrition staff on this well-deserved honor! Thank you for your dedication to serving our students with excellence every day!

#PSDProud #SchoolNutrition #HealthyMeals
5 days ago, Polk School District
Cedatown Middle School Nutrition staff
📚🎉 Welcome Back, Polk School District! 🎉📚

Today marks the first day of the 2026–2027 school year, and we are excited to welcome our students, families, teachers, and staff back for another amazing year of learning, growth, and success!

We wish every student a wonderful first day and an incredible school year filled with new opportunities, lasting friendships, and memorable experiences.

As we all settle back into the school routine, we ask for your patience and understanding. The first few days often bring heavier traffic and longer wait times during arrival and dismissal as everyone adjusts to the new schedule. Working together, we can help ensure a safe and smooth start for all.

Here's to a fantastic 2026–2027 school year. Let's make it the best one yet! ❤️🖤💛

#PolkSchoolDistrict #BackToSchool #FirstDayOfSchool
6 days ago, Polk School District
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We're excited to announce that we have partnered with WheresTheBus to provide a parent app for students who ride the bus!

The Where'sTheBus™ app gives families real-time information about their student's bus, helping make mornings and afternoons a little less stressful.

With the app, you can:

📍 Track your student's bus location in real time
🚌 View your student's assigned bus stop information
⏰ See estimated arrival times
📱 Receive important transportation updates
✅ Stay informed with accurate, up-to-date information

Getting started only takes a few minutes! Simply download Where'sTheBus™ from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store, create an account, and connect your student.

Please take a moment to review the attached flyers. They include:
🔴 Transportation procedures for families
⚫️ Parent Tracking App Guidelines & Expectations
🟡 Instructions for setting up the Where'sTheBus™ app

If you have any questions or experience any issues with the app, please contact Trinity Cates in Transportation. We're happy to help!

Thank you for partnering with us to keep our students safe! ❤️
9 days ago, Polk School District
Where's the Bus flyer
Transportation information for families
2026-2027 Polk School District Dress Code

As we prepare for another great school year, we ask all students and families to review the 2026–2027 Student Handbook and become familiar with the district's dress code expectations.
Our goal is to provide a safe, positive, and distraction-free learning environment where every student can focus on academic success. Students are expected to wear clothing that is appropriate, promotes proper hygiene, and follows the district's dress code.

A few important reminders:
👕 Shirts
• Must completely cover the chest, back, and midsection—even when arms are raised.
• No strapless, halter, spaghetti strap, sheer, or narrow-strap tops.
• Tank top straps must be at least 3 inches wide (approximately the width of a driver's license).
• No pajama tops.
• Undergarments must not be visible.

👖 Pants, Shorts, Skirts & Dresses
• Must be worn at the waist.
• Shorts, skirts, and dresses must be fingertip length.
• Pants with rips or holes above fingertip length that expose skin must be worn with leggings underneath or have permanent patches covering the holes.
• Leggings may only be worn with shirts that are fingertip length.
• No pajama bottoms.
• Undergarments must not be visible.

👟 Shoes
• Shoes with hard soles must be worn at all times.
• Bedroom shoes/slippers are not permitted.

🧢 Accessories
• Hats, hoods, caps, bandanas, towels, and similar items may not be worn inside the building unless approved by the principal.
• Clothing or accessories that are unsafe, gang-related, vulgar, profane, sexually suggestive, or promote tobacco, alcohol, drugs, or weapons are prohibited.

🥤 Additional Reminders
• No outside restaurant or fast food.
• Water is the only outside drink permitted. Energy drinks are not allowed.
• Metal or glass drinkware (including Stanley-style cups), glass personal care items, and similar prohibited items should remain at home.

We encourage all families to review the complete dress code and school expectations together before the first day of school. Your partnership helps create a respectful, positive learning environment for all students.

Thank you for helping us start the 2026–2027 school year strong!

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13 days ago, Polk School District
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📚✏️ The first day of school is quickly approaching! ✏️📚
As you prepare for a great start to the new school year, here are the 2026–2027 school start and dismissal times for all Polk School District schools.

Elementary School:
🚗 Drop-Off Begins: 7:00 a.m.
🔔 School Starts: 7:30 a.m.
🏠 Dismissal: 2:30 p.m.

Middle School:
🚗 Drop-Off Begins: 7:15 a.m.
🔔 School Starts: 7:45 a.m.
🏠 Dismissal: 3:20 p.m.

High School:
🚗 Drop-Off Begins: 7:30 a.m.
🔔 School Starts: 8:00 a.m.
🏠 Dismissal: 3:25 p.m.

Please allow extra travel time during the first few days of school as everyone settles into their routines.

Thank you for your patience and continued partnership as we begin another exciting school year. Together, we can make it a successful year for every student!

#PSDProud #BackToSchool2026
13 days ago, Polk School District
2026-2027 School Start Times

⚠️YOUNGS GROVE MEAL DISTRIBUTION DELAYED START TO 3:30 P.M.⚠️

Due to some mechanical difficulties with the delivery truck, the summer meals distribution at Youngs Grove Elementary will be delayed until 3:30 p.m. today.

📅 Thursday, July 16th

⏰ Pickup Time
3:30 p.m.

📍 Pickup Locations
Youngs Grove Elementary School


Thank you for your patience and understanding!

#PSDProud #Summer #SchoolNutrition

26 days ago, Polk School District
July Summer Meals flyer

✏️ Back to School 2026-2027: Elementary School Supply List! 🎒

As we gear up for an incredible school year ahead, we want to help you get a head start on your back-to-school prep.

Below is our district-wide general elementary school supply list.

Kindergarten-2nd Grade

Bookbag

Pencil box or pouch

3-ring binder (½ inch)

Pencils

2 Primary composition notebooks

2- 2 Pocket folders with prongs

Scissors (blunt tip)

2 Boxes of 24-count crayons

6 Jumbo glue sticks

Cap erasers

Headphones (not earbuds)

Kleenex

1 Package of colored pencils

1 Package of washable markers

1 Washable watercolor set

3rd-5th Grade

Bookbag

Pencil pouch

3-ring binder (½ inch)

Pencils (not lead)

3 composition notebooks

2 Pocket folders (solid colors)

Scissors

Crayons

Colored pencils

Glue sticks

Cap erasers

Headphones or earbuds

Kleenex

2 packs of wide ruled paper

1 pack of tab dividers with pockets

Optional Supplies for K-5

Liquid soap

Hand sanitizer

Band-Aids

Baby wipes

Ziploc Bags (Quart and/or Gallon sizes)

Large Pink pearl erasers

⚠️ Please Note: This is a basic, general list for elementary students. Because classrooms differ, we highly recommend chatting with your child’s specific teacher during Open House before buying too many specialized items!

Pre-K Families: Your little ones only need a backpack and a blanket for nap time. Baby wipes, tissues, hand sanitizer, and classroom snacks are always appreciated!

Middle & High School Families: Students in grades 6-12 do not have a general list and will receive individualized supply lists directly from their teachers during the first week of school.

We can't wait to see all of our students back in the buildings soon. Enjoy the rest of your summer, and we will see you at Open House! ☀️

27 days ago, Polk School District
Elementary Supply List - English
School Supply List - Spanish translation
PRESS RELEASE: Polk School District is thrilled to announce that 55 students have been recognized by the College Board as AP Scholars based on their performance on the spring 2026 Advanced Placement (AP) exams! AP courses allow students to experience college-level curriculum in high school, with the dual purpose of preparing them for college-level work and of earning college credit. Exams are scored on a 1-5 scale, with a score of 3 or higher generally considered the level required for college credit.

This group represents the largest number of AP Scholars ever recognized in the Polk School District and demonstrates our continued commitment to providing the highest-quality educational experiences possible for all students. This winter, both Cedartown High School and Rockmart High School were also recognized by the Georgia Department of Education as AP Honor Schools.

There are three levels of AP Scholar awards; the requirements for each level and the list of students who achieve these levels are below.

AP Scholars: This honor is granted to students who receive scores of 3 or higher on three or more AP Exams.

Aiden Alonso- 11th Grade- Rockmart High School
Daemien Beck- 10th Grade- Rockmart High School
Gabrielle Boone- 11th Grade- Cedartown High School
Kaiden Bowman- 11th Grade- Rockmart High School
Zion Bradley- 12th Grade- Rockmart High School
Azul Camarena- 12th Grade- Cedartown High School
Titus Cox- 12th Grade- Cedartown High School
Levi Crumley- 12th Grade- Rockmart High School
Gavyn Dingler- 11th Grade- Rockmart High School
Hristo Duffy- 11th Grade- Rockmart High School
Reilly Escutia- 12th Grade- Cedartown High School
Levi Feenstra- 11th Grade- Cedartown High School
Maximillano Garcia- 11th Grade- Cedartown High School
Maggie Gilbert- 12th Grade- Rockmart High School
Elisabet Gonzalez Perez- 12th Grade- Cedartown High School
Estrella Guzman Franco- 12th Grade- Cedartown High School
Kylie Hicks- 12th Grade- Rockmart High School
Noah Hogg- 12th Grade- Cedartown High School
Jonah Holland- 12th Grade- Cedartown High School
Rohan Kent- 11th Grade- Cedartown High School
Rylee Landrum- 11th Grade- Cedartown High School
Moncerratt Lopez- 12th Grade- Cedartown High School
Serigo Lopez- 12th Grade- Cedartown High School
Luke Mason- 10th Grade- Rockmart High School
Austin McDonald- 11th Grade- Rockmart High School
Campbell McLendon- 11th Grade- Rockmart High School
Kayleigh Mitchell- 10th Grade- Rockmart High School
Makenzie Mitchell- 10th Grade- Cedartown High School
Emir Morillon- 11th Grade- Cedartown High School
Braylon Morreira- 11th Grade- Cedartown High School
Brooklyn Nichols- 12th Grade- Cedartown High School
Isabella Palacios- 11th Grade- Cedartown High School
Cristian Perez-Camargo- 11th Grade- Cedartown High School
Ella Popham- 11th Grade- Cedartown High School
Alisza Puckett- 12th Grade- Cedartown High School
Edvin Ramirez-Juarez- 12th Grade- Cedartown High School
Giovani Reyes- 12th Grade- Cedartown High School
Addison Roach- 11th Grade- Cedartown High School
Andrew Roblero- 12th Grade- Cedartown High School
Julianna Segura-Rodriguez- 12th Grade- Cedartown High School
William Scott- 10th Grade- Rockmart High School
Edson Sontay-Martin- 12th Grade- Cedartown High School
Hector Trujillo Barrientos- 11th Grade- Cedartown High School
Ester Vail Lopez- 12th Grade- Cedartown High School
Priscila Vail Lopez- 11th Grade- Cedartown High School
Gracyn Williams- 11th Grade- Cedartown High School
Khalil Williams- 11th Grade- Rockmart High School
Aidan Wilson- 10th Grade- Rockmart High School

AP Scholar with Honors: This honor is granted to students who receive an average score of at least 3.25 on all AP Exams taken, and scores of 3 or higher on four or more of these exams.

Dayla Cetino-Hernandez- 12th Grade- Rockmart High School
Emilee Hargett- 11th Grade- Cedartown High School
Braelynne Hotchkiss- 12th Grade- Cedartown High School
Payton McCord- 11th Grade- Rockmart High School
Jonathan Walker- 10th Grade- Rockmart High School

AP Scholar with Distinction: This honor is granted to students who receive an average score of at least 3.5 on all AP Exams taken, and scores of 3 or higher on five or more of these exams.

Barrett Stahl- 11th Grade- Rockmart High School
Makailyn Calhoun- 12th Grade- Cedartown High School
28 days ago, Polk School District
AP scholar announcement

📢 Returning Student Enrollment for the 2026-2027 School Year is NOW OPEN! 📢

Attention parents and guardians: It’s time to get ready for another fantastic school year! Annual enrollment forms for are mandatory for all returning.

Please note that these forms must be completed before your student can participate in the following:

🏫 Attending Open House

📅 Picking up class schedules

🚗 Purchasing a student parking pass

Beating the rush now means a much smoother start to the fall!

🔗 Click here to complete your forms: https://powerschool.polk.k12.ga.us/public/home.html

Instructions can be found on our website in the Parent Resources section : https://www.polk.k12.ga.us/documents/resources/parent-resources/registration-forms/472015

School secretaries will be out of the office until July 16th. They can assist you at that time with student access IDs and access passwords. If you need to reset your password on your parent account, please click the reset password link.

Let's get a head start on a great year ahead! ✨

about 1 month ago, Polk School District
Annual enrollment flyer
📣 Important Update for Polk School District Parents & Guardians 📣

In alignment with Georgia HB 340 and HB 1009, Polk School District is committed to fostering a distraction-free learning environment where our students can focus, engage, and succeed.

To support this goal, a new policy regarding personal electronic devices will take effect at the beginning of the 2026–2027 school year. All K-12 students must keep their personal electronic devices in a designated storage area (determined by school administration) from the first bell until the last bell.

This policy includes, but is not limited to:

📱Cell phones

⌚Smartwatches

📱Tablets

🎧Earbuds & Headphones

💻 Other devices capable of wireless communication, internet access, messaging, video recording, gaming, social media access, or data transmission.

🚌 Note: This rule also applies to all students while riding school buses.

We appreciate your partnership in helping our students stay focused on their education. Please be aware that any violations of this policy will result in disciplinary action as outlined in the Student Code of Conduct.

Thank you for your continued support in making our schools a place where learning comes first! 🎓✨
about 1 month ago, Polk School District
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☀️ FREE SUMMER MEALS FOR POLK COUNTY KIDS! ☀️

July summer meal dates are HERE! 🍕🍓 Check out the updated Summer Meals Program schedule below to find a location and time near you.

Here is everything you need to know about our upcoming July distributions:

📅 July Distribution Dates
Thursday, July 9th

Thursday, July 16th

Thursday, July 23rd

⏰ Pickup Time
3:00 PM – 5:00 PM

📍 Pickup Locations
You can pick up meals at either of these convenient locations:

Youngs Grove Elementary School

Van Wert Elementary School

🍎 Program Details
Each pickup provides a full 7-day bulk meal kit. Limit one breakfast and one lunch per child per day.

Meals are 100% FREE for all Polk County families with children ages 18 and under.

No registration is required. Just show up during the designated times to grab your weekly meal kits. Please help us spread the word by sharing this post with your friends, neighbors, and family!

#PSDProud #Summer #SchoolNutrition
about 1 month ago, Polk School District
July Summer Meals flyer
🍎 Welcome Back, Polk School District Families! 🍎

The 2026-2027 school year is just around the corner, and we can’t wait to see our students! Mark your calendars for our upcoming Open House events and schedule pick-ups.

Here is everything you need to know to get ready:

🗓️ Open House & Schedule Pick-Up Dates
Elementary Schools: Monday, August 3, 2026 | 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM

Middle Schools: Monday, August 3, 2026 | 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM

9th Grade Academy (CHS & RHS): Thursday, July 30, 2026 | 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM

Grades 10–12 Schedule Pick-Up: Please refer directly to your specific high school’s website or social media pages for exact dates and details.

⚠️ Important Reminder for Parents & Guardians
Returning Student Registration for grades 1-12: All returning student registration forms must be completed online before you can attend Open House, 9th Grade Academy, or pick up your student's schedule.

If you haven’t completed these forms yet, please log into your parent portal as soon as possible to ensure a smooth start to the year!

We are looking forward to an incredible school year together. See you soon! 🎒✨

#PSDProud #BackToSchool2026 #PSDOpenHouse
about 1 month ago, Polk School District
Open House information
📢 Enrollment for the 2026-2027 School Year is NOW OPEN! 📢

Attention parents and guardians: It’s time to get ready for another fantastic school year! Annual enrollment forms are mandatory for all returning.

Please note that these forms must be completed before your student can participate in the following:

🏫 Attending Open House

📅 Picking up class schedules

🚗 Purchasing a student parking pass

Beating the rush now means a much smoother start to the fall!

🔗 Click here to complete your forms: https://powerschool.polk.k12.ga.us/public/home.html

Enrollment Instructions can be found on our website in the Parent Resources section : https://www.polk.k12.ga.us/documents/resources/parent-resources/registration-forms/472015

Please note that school secretaries will be out of the office until July 16th. They can assist you at that time with student access IDs and access passwords. If you need to reset your password on your parent account, please click the reset password link.

Let's get a head start on a great year ahead! ✨
2 months ago, Polk School District
Annual enrollment flyer
As the final graduate of the Class of 2026 received their diploma last night, the 2025–2026 school year officially came to a close. Thank you to our Polk School District students, teachers, staff, parents, and guardians for making this a wonderful school year filled with growth, achievement, and success. We look forward to welcoming everyone back in August. Until then, have a fun, safe, and relaxing summer!
3 months ago, Polk School District
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☀️ FREE SUMMER MEALS FOR POLK COUNTY KIDS! ☀️

The Polk School District School Nutrition Department is excited to announce the return of our Summer Meals Program! We are dedicated to ensuring our community's children stay happy, healthy, and well-fed all summer long.

Here is everything you need to know about our upcoming June distributions:

📅 June Distribution Dates
Thursday, June 4

Thursday, June 11

Thursday, June 18

Thursday, June 25

July Dates: Stay tuned! July distribution dates will be announced soon.

⏰ Pickup Time
3:00 PM – 5:00 PM

📍 Pickup Locations
You can pick up meals at either of these convenient locations:

Youngs Grove Elementary School

Van Wert Elementary School

🍎 Program Details
Each pickup provides a full 7-day bulk meal kit. Limit one breakfast and one lunch per child per day.

Meals are 100% FREE for all Polk County families with children ages 18 and under.

No registration is required. Just show up during the designated times to grab your weekly meal kits. Please help us spread the word by sharing this post with your friends, neighbors, and family!

#PSDProud #Summer #SchoolNutrition

3 months ago, Polk School District
Summer Meals Flyer
Summer Meals Flyer in Spanish

🚨 EXCELLENCE IN POLK SCHOOL DISTRICT! 🚨

We are thrilled to announce that BOTH of our high schools have been officially named 2026 AP Honor Schools by State School Superintendent Richard Woods and the Georgia Department of Education! 🎓✨

This prestigious recognition highlights our commitment to providing rigorous, high-quality academic opportunities that prepare our students for college, careers, and beyond.

Please join us in celebrating the incredible achievements of our students, teachers, and administrators:

🐾 Cedartown High School

AP Access and Support School: Awarded for having at least 30% of AP exams taken by African American and/or Hispanic students, and at least 30% of those scoring a 3 or higher!

AP Expansion School: Recognized for an incredible 25% or greater growth in AP student participation from May 2024 to May 2025! 📈

AP STEM School: Honored for outstanding participation and dedication in rigorous science, technology, engineering, and math coursework. 🧬💻🧮

🐝 Rockmart High School

AP Expansion School: Recognized for achieving a massive 25% or greater growth in AP student participation from May 2024 to May 2025! 📈

"Georgia's 2026 AP Honor Schools reflect our continued commitment to providing students with rigorous, high-quality learning opportunities that prepare them for life beyond high school. These schools demonstrate a strong dedication to academic excellence..."
— State School Superintendent, Richard Woods

Thank you to our dedicated educators who push our students to reach new heights, and to our students for rising to meet high expectations. We are so proud of the hard work happening in our classrooms every single day! ❤️🖤💛🖤

https://gadoe.org/press-releases/superintendent-woods-names-georgias-2026-ap-honor-schools/

#PSDProud #APHonorSchools

3 months ago, Polk School District
AP Honor School logo
🍎 Honoring Our 2026 Retirees! 🍎

Last night at the Board of Education meeting, we proudly honored the dedicated employees retiring from Polk School District during the 2025–2026 school year.

These individuals have devoted countless years of service, care, and commitment to our students, schools, and community. Their impact reaches far beyond the classroom and workplace, helping shape the lives of generations of Polk School District families.

We are incredibly grateful for their hard work, leadership, and lasting contributions. Please join us in congratulating our retirees and wishing them happiness, good health, and many blessings in this exciting new chapter of life.

Thank you for your years of service to Polk School District — you will always be part of the PSD family!

3 months ago, Polk School District
List of Retirees from the board meeting
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🏆 CHAMPIONS IN THE HOUSE! 🏆

At last night's board meeting, we had the honor of celebrating some incredible student athletes who have truly raised the bar (literally!) for our community.

Join us in congratulating Rockmart High School Weightlifting Girls AA State Champions! Your hard work, grit, and determination have officially paid off. You’ve made Rockmart history!

We also recognized several individuals who dominated their weight classes and brought home state titles:

🥇Lincoln Stollberg: Pound-for-Pound Strongest Lifter in Class AA!

🥇Jayden Helms: Continuing the legacy as a Back-to-Back State Champion!

🥇Audrey Sadler: Now a 2x State Champion!

🥇Maggie Swift: Now a 3x State Champion!

🥇Ernest Stephens: State Champion!

🥇Dailey Michnel: State Champion!

🥇Averee Green: State Champion!

🥇Madi Sanders: State Champion!

🥇Coach Nick Sikes - Thank you, Coach, for your dedication to these student-athletes and for leading this program to the very top!

These athletes have proven that greatness is earned one lift, one goal, and one moment at a time!

#PSDproud #StateChampions #GoJackets

3 months ago, Polk School District
RHS Girls Wrestling Team
📣 Important Update for Polk School District Parents & Guardians 📣

In alignment with Georgia HB 340 and HB 1009, Polk School District is committed to fostering a distraction-free learning environment where our students can focus, engage, and succeed.

To support this goal, a new policy regarding personal electronic devices will take effect at the beginning of the 2026–2027 school year. All K-12 students must keep their personal electronic devices in a designated storage area (determined by school administration) from the first bell until the last bell.

This policy includes, but is not limited to:

📱Cell phones

⌚Smartwatches

📱Tablets

🎧Earbuds & Headphones

💻 Other devices capable of wireless communication, internet access, messaging, video recording, gaming, social media access, or data transmission.

🚌 Note: This rule also applies to all students while riding school buses.

We appreciate your partnership in helping our students stay focused on their education. Please be aware that any violations of this policy will result in disciplinary action as outlined in the Student Code of Conduct.

Thank you for your continued support in making our schools a place where learning comes first! 🎓✨
3 months ago, Polk School District
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