Barnett Shoals Elementary

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

1 day ago, Rob Barrett

Brian Smith, CCSD Suppport Professional of the Year

Take a moment to dive into Bear Tracks and enjoy some of the wonderful classroom highlights that made our week shine — we love sharing the joy of learning with you! https://app.smore.com/n/th6f2

2 days ago, Sabrina Lumpkin

Check our Bear Tracks! The link is https://app.smore.com/n/0abzy

9 days ago, Sabrina Lumpkin

Happy Super Bowl Sunday! Take a moment to read the latest Bear Tracks before you settle in for the game. Click the link -https://app.smore.com/n/n3evw

16 days ago, Sabrina Lumpkin

Please take a moment to read BEAR TRACKS for the week of January 26th to learn more about Leadership Day and our New Den of the Month. The link is https://app.smore.com/n/xct12

23 days ago, Sabrina Lumpkin

Here is the latest edition of Bear Tracks for January 19, 2026.
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about 1 month ago, Sabrina Lumpkin

Families,
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 .

about 1 month ago, Sabrina Lumpkin

Kicking Off the New Year in the Den. January 5th Bear Tracks is here.
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about 2 months ago, Sabrina Lumpkin

The News from the Den is here. Please take a moment to check it out. https://secure.smore.com/n/gtymn

3 months ago, Sabrina Lumpkin

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

3 months ago, Sabrina Lumpkin

The News from the Den is here. Click the News from the Den link to read it.

4 months ago, Sabrina Lumpkin

Bear Tracks for November 10th is here!
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

4 months ago, Sabrina Lumpkin

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

4 months ago, Sabrina Lumpkin

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.' "

5 months ago, Rob Barrett

CCSD graphic congratulating Barnett Shoals and Cleveland Road

Today, the Clarke County School District announced the 2025-26 Teacher of the Year and Support Professional of the Year for each of its schools and academic program campuses that had eligible candidates according to the district’s selection criteria. CCSD received nearly 700 award nominations from staff, students, and families across the district, and winners were voted on by their school’s faculty and staff.

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!

6 months ago, Rob Barrett

BSES Principal Sabrina Lumpkin, Support Personnel of the Year Brian Smith, Teacher of the Year Timothy Pritchett, and Assistant Principal Chastity Harris.

It's time once again to nominate a CCSD Employee of the Month! The Employee of the Month program recognizes and rewards staff members for their service and dedication to the students and families of the Clarke County School District. Each month (September through May), a CCSD employee is chosen for the award, surprised at their school or building, and invited to the monthly Board of Education meeting for recognition. Any member of the CCSD community (student, parent/guardian, staff member, community member) may nominate any full-time district employee with at least one full year of service. Nominations for September Employee of the Month are now open! Go to bit.ly/CCEmployeeAward to get started!