Proudly sharing from CCSD:
Celebrating CCSD's Support Professional of the Year (with video!)
As an Athens native and CCSD graduate, Brian Smith sees himself in many of the students he works with and uses his perspective to improve the overall student experience in our district. As a behavior interventionist at Barnett Shoals Elementary School, Mr. Smith is known as a positive, uplifting role model who makes everyone smile and works tirelessly to foster a safe learning environment for all students and staff. He builds strong relationships with students and provides them with the support they need to make good choices and become future leaders in the community. CCSD is proud to present this celebration video of our 2025-26 Support Professional of the Year.
video link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MmkASpxOJls
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Here is the latest edition of Bear Tracks. Take a moment to read over it to learn all about the leadership and learning that has occurred. The link is https://app.smore.com/n/rtsv3 .
Hello Families,
Please take a moment to read Bear Tracks for the week of November 17th. The link is: https://secure.smore.com/n/5rpkz
The News from the Den is here. Click the News from the Den link to read it.
Get ready to dive into all the latest updates, celebrations, and upcoming events happening in our Bear community. Don’t miss out—check it out here! https://secure.smore.com/n/syg0a8
Hello Barnett Shoals Families! 🐾
We’re delighted to share the latest happenings around our school — thank you for being such an important part of our community! Link -Bear Tracks 11.3.25
Barnett Shoals received a significant honor yesterday, being recognized as a 2025 Title I Reward School by the Georgia Department of Education!
From the CCSD announcement (https://www.clarke.k12.ga.us/article/2442151):
"Barnett Shoals and Cleveland Road elementary schools in the Clarke County School District have been named 2025 Title I Reward Schools by the Georgia Department of Education – a designation that recognizes the Title I schools statewide that are making the most significant strides in overall student achievement.
Barnett Shoals has seen double-digit increases in ELA (+10) and math (+12) in Content Mastery scores since 2023.
'To be included on this list is a remarkable achievement that highlights the effective teaching, learning, and leadership happening in our schools,' said Dr. Donna Elder, CCSD Interim Deputy Superintendent of Academics and Student Supports. 'Barnett Shoals and Cleveland Road are shining examples of how the Clarke County School District demonstrates excellence in education.' "
Barnett Shoals Elementary is exceedingly proud to recognize our two winners, Mr. Timothy Pritchett, Teacher of the Year, and Mr. Brian Smith, Support Professional of the Year!
