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E-tips from The Parent Institute Nutrition and exercise boost brainpower March is National Nutrition Month. So it's a great time to talk with your child about healthy eating and the foods that nourish bodies and brains. Exercise is another vital part of health. As a family, make exercise a priority. Kids get more exercise when their families get involved! Turn off digital devices and have a push-up contest, walk up and down the stairs 20 times or shoot some hoops. Or, go for a walk together and talk about what you see. https://tpitip.com/?15cS19702 La nutrición y el ejercicio potencian la capacidad intelectual Marzo es el Mes Nacional de la Nutrición. Por eso, es un buen momento para hablar con tu hijo sobre la alimentación saludable y los alimentos que nutren el cuerpo y el cerebro. El ejercicio es fundamental para la salud. En familia, prioricen el ejercicio. ¡Los niños hacen más ejercicio cuando sus familias participan! Apaguen los dispositivos digitales y organicen un concurso de flexiones, suban y bajen las escaleras 20 veces o jueguen a la canasta. O bien, salgan a caminar juntos y hablen sobre lo que ven.

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Candler County Schools Earn 4-Star Rating for School Climate in 2023-2024 The Georgia Department of Education has released the School Climate Star Rating for the 2023-2024 school year, and all Candler County Schools have received an impressive 4-Star Rating. This rating is a testament to the district’s ongoing commitment to fostering a positive and safe learning environment for students and staff. The School Climate Star Rating is a diagnostic tool used to evaluate whether a school is progressing toward improvement. Schools are rated on a scale from 1 to 5 stars, with five stars indicating an excellent school climate, and one star signaling a school in need of significant improvement. Candler County Schools earned 4 stars, which reflects strong performance across four critical components: 1) perceptions of the school climate from students, teachers, and parents; 2) student discipline; 3) a safe and substance-free learning environment; and 4) school-wide attendance. “We are incredibly proud of the hard work and dedication shown by our students, staff, and families to achieve this 4-Star rating,” says Dr. Bubba Longgrear, Superintendent of Candler County Schools. “This rating is a reflection of our community's collaborative efforts to ensure that our schools remain places where every student can thrive in a safe and supportive atmosphere.” The School Climate Star Rating is designed to help schools identify areas of strength and opportunities for growth, and Candler County Schools will continue to work diligently to maintain and improve its rating. The district remains committed to #winateverything by providing high-quality educational experiences while ensuring a positive, safe, and inclusive school environment for all students. The 2024-2025 Climate Survey is currently being conducted. Surveys can be taken by visiting www.metter.org and clicking on the school you wish to survey.

Candler County Schools Earn 4-Star Rating for School Climate in 2023-2024 The Georgia Department of Education has released the School Climate Star Rating for the 2023-2024 school year, and all Candler County Schools have received an impressive 4-Star Rating. This rating is a testament to the district’s ongoing commitment to fostering a positive and safe learning environment for students and staff. The School Climate Star Rating is a diagnostic tool used to evaluate whether a school is progressing toward improvement. Schools are rated on a scale from 1 to 5 stars, with five stars indicating an excellent school climate, and one star signaling a school in need of significant improvement. Candler County Schools earned 4 stars, which reflects strong performance across four critical components: 1) perceptions of the school climate from students, teachers, and parents; 2) student discipline; 3) a safe and substance-free learning environment; and 4) school-wide attendance. “We are incredibly proud of the hard work and dedication shown by our students, staff, and families to achieve this 4-Star rating,” says Dr. Bubba Longgrear, Superintendent of Candler County Schools. “This rating is a reflection of our community's collaborative efforts to ensure that our schools remain places where every student can thrive in a safe and supportive atmosphere.” The School Climate Star Rating is designed to help schools identify areas of strength and opportunities for growth, and Candler County Schools will continue to work diligently to maintain and improve its rating. The district remains committed to #winateverything by providing high-quality educational experiences while ensuring a positive, safe, and inclusive school environment for all students. The 2024-2025 Climate Survey is currently being conducted. Surveys can be taken by visiting www.metter.org and clicking on the school you wish to survey.

📚✨ Candler County Schools is partnering with the Georgia Foundation for Public Education to raise funds through the PEACH Education Tax Credit program! Your donations will directly support: - The SWIRL Literacy Initiative (Speaking, Writing, Illustrating, Reading, Listening) - Furnishing of the Metter College and Career Academy industrial labs - Upgrading playgrounds with adaptive and inclusive equipment By donating, you can enjoy a dollar-for-dollar tax credit on your Georgia state taxes! Dr. Bubba Longgrear, Superintendent, shares, "Every dollar helps elevate education in our community." To participate, apply for pre-approval at [gfpe.org/tax_credit](http://www.gfpe.org/tax_credit) and make a meaningful impact on our students. For more details, visit [gfpe.org](http://www.gfpe.org) or call (404) 656-5594. #educationisbetterinmetter #WINatEVERYTHING

Candler County Schools Superintendent, Dr. Bubba Longgrear, has been featured in the national AASA Magazine: School Administrator! AASA, the School Superintendents Association, is the leading voice for school system leaders and champions public education on Capitol Hill. We are incredibly proud of Dr. Longgrear’s recognition and continued dedication to excellence in education!

4-Man Scramble at Willow Lake Golf Course scheduled for Friday, March 14 will benefit the MHS Golf Teams. Register now by calling Coach Altman at Metter High School (912-685-2134) or by calling Willow Lake Golf Course (912-685-2724). If your business would like to sponsor a hole, those are $100 sponsorships and you can contact Altman at the number above or email him at waltman@metter.org. We look forward to hearing from you!

REMINDER: TONIGHT at 7 PM We are seeking warm, welcoming host families to open their homes to a German exchange student for two weeks in October who will be visiting Metter High School. This is a unique opportunity to make a lifelong connection, learn about German culture, and enrich your family’s life with a global experience. The school is Liebfrauenschule Geldern in Geldern, Germany. **German Exchange Program** **Parent Information Meeting** **Monday, March 10, 2025** 7pm MHS Library This would be a great opportunity for our students: not just a trip to a foreign country, but having a true cultural exchange. MHS Students host their German student for 2 weeks in Metter, and then get to travel to their exchange student's home in Geldern, Germany for 2 weeks. When: German students travel to Metter: September-October 2025 Metter students travel to Germany: May-June 2026

We are seeking warm, welcoming host families to open their homes to a German exchange student for two weeks in October who will be visiting Metter High School. This is a unique opportunity to make a lifelong connection, learn about German culture, and enrich your family’s life with a global experience. The school is Liebfrauenschule Geldern in Geldern, Germany. **German Exchange Program** **Parent Information Meeting** **Monday, March 10, 2025** 7pm MHS Library This would be a great opportunity for our students: not just a trip to a foreign country, but having a true cultural exchange. MHS Students host their German student for 2 weeks in Metter, and then get to travel to their exchange student's home in Geldern, Germany for 2 weeks. When: German students travel to Metter: September-October 2025 Metter students travel to Germany: May-June 2026

Introducing your 2024-2025 FLEX competition local winners!! 1st place - Rebekah Chambers, Get Glam Co. 2nd place - Cadence Hughes, Wick and Waxes 3rd place - Luis Cisneros, Charred Creations Everyone did such a great job and we look forward to cheering Rebekah on at the State Competition and we also look forward to seeing all of the other businesses continue selling their products! #georgiaFLEX

E-Tip for Parents from The Parent Institute: Conversation starters enrich family meals With a little imagination, mealtime can be a time for enriching conversation that develops skills like listening and speaking, thinking and sharing. To get the conversation started, try placing an interesting object in the center of the table to discuss. Or, cover old maps in self-stick plastic to make placemats and use them to plan a fantasy trip. You could also fix dishes from another culture and discuss that culture while you eat. https://tpitip.com/?15ba19702 Los temas de conversación enriquecen las comidas familiares Con un poco de imaginación, la hora de la comida puede ser un momento para enriquecer la conversación y desarrollar habilidades como escuchar y hablar, pensar y compartir. Para iniciar la conversación, intente colocar un objeto interesante en el centro de la mesa para conversar. O cubra mapas viejos con plástico autoadhesivo para hacer manteles individuales y úselos para planificar un viaje de fantasía. También puede preparar platos de otra cultura y conversar sobre esa cultura mientras come. https://tpitip.com/?15ba19702

MHS Tiger Baseball schedule change: February 28's game against ECI in Twin City has been moved to 6 pm. The Savannah High game has been scheduled for Monday, March 3 at 4:30 pm in Savannah

The Candler County School District is proud to announce the system-level winners of the Young Georgia Authors Writing Competition. Each grade level had a system-wide winner and those are: Kindergarten-Forrest Conner; First Grade-Gracie McDaniel; Second Grade-Karter Walker; Third Grade-Nathaniel Youmans; Fourth Grade-Enoch Simmons; Fifth Grade-Hagan Anderson; Sixth Grade-Shelby Parker; Seventh Grade-(none submitted); Eighth Grade-Marley Thigpen; Ninth Grade-Kaeleigh Cobb; Tenth Grade-Kyleigh Darien; Eleventh Grade-Malaysia Kennedy; and Twelfth Grade-CJay Smith The purpose of the Young Georgia Authors writing competition is to encourage students to develop enthusiasm for and expertise in their writing, to provide a context to celebrate their writing successes, and to recognize student achievement in arts and academics. This prestigious competition has been engaging Georgia students for more than two decades and is open to any student currently enrolled in Georgia public schools, grades K-12. The competition is sponsored by the Georgia Language Arts Supervisors (GLAS) and the Georgia RESA Network with support from the Georgia Department of Education. All winning entries will be submitted to RESA for RESA-Level judging. Winners selected at this level will be submitted to the state for final judging. Candler County Schools will be notified of any winners selected from our system and will notify families and the media. For more information on the Young Georgia Authors competition, visit their website at: State-level winners will be announced on the GLAS website (http://galangartssup.weebly.com/young-georgia-authors.html).

E-Tip for Parents from The Parent Institute: Create a schoolwork routine that works for your child Some children have more trouble concentrating than others. That can make working on assignments at home challenging. Establishing a study routine will make it easier for your child to get down to work. Turn off the TV and other distractions, and encourage your child to make daily to-do lists. Together, break big tasks down into smaller chunks. Then, let your child take a five-minute break after every 20 minutes of working. https://tpitip.com/?15bY19702

If you are unable to find a rental home or apartment after your home was destroyed by Hurricane Helene, this program may help. Contact www.gema.georgia.gov or 833-575-4411 for assistance.

UPDATED 🎬 **Exciting Announcement!!!** 🎬 Metter High School Soccer Teams are hosting **MOVIE NIGHT** on **Saturday, March 1 at 6:30 pm** at the MHS Softball Field! 🍿🎥 🎟️ **$5 cash admission** to watch the classic film, *The Sandlot*! All proceeds will benefit the MHS Boys and Girls Soccer Teams ⚽💙 There will be **concessions available** (cash only) so you can grab some snacks while you enjoy the movie! Bring your blanket, a friend, and come out for a fun night supporting our soccer teams! Let’s make it a memorable evening under the stars! 🌟 See you there! 🙌

Do you have a child who will be 4 years old by September 1, 2025 and entering Pre-K this fall? Please sign up for a registration time slot beginning next week. With Online Enrollment, we will require all documents to be brought in to the appointment and verified to register. Please sign up below. https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0A44A8A72FA6F5CE9-54939543-prek?fbclid=IwY2xjawIXGKlleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHXbFp1cUvBC8dCEt_TsmdZtZUWmGo5N_qUat9ll7fkWV_47hNRuJzuJB6Q_aem_qla5sVDopgO5SNvwvsf0XQ#/

Play a picture game to encourage caring for others Children are naturally self-centered. But to become good students, they must learn to see and think about people beyond themselves. One way to help your child become more aware is to play a picture game. Gather photographs of people in a variety of situations. Take turns looking at a picture and describing how the people in it might feel. Start at the physical level. Imagine what people in the picture see and hear. Are they cold or warm? Then, imagine what they might be thinking or feeling. https://tpitip.com/?15bN19702 Juegue un juego de imágenes para fomentar el interés por los demás Los niños son egocéntricos por naturaleza, pero para convertirse en buenos estudiantes deben aprender a ver y pensar en las personas más allá de ellos mismos. Una forma de ayudar a su hijo a ser más consciente es jugar un juego de imágenes. Reúna fotografías de personas en distintas situaciones. Miren una imagen por turnos y describan cómo se sentirían las personas que aparecen en ella. Comience por el nivel físico. Imagine lo que ven y oyen las personas de la imagen. ¿Tienen frío o calor? Luego, imagine lo que podrían estar pensando o sintiendo.

E-Tip for Parents by The Parent Institute: Break writing tasks down into easy steps Many students struggle with putting their thoughts on paper. To help your child with a writing assignment, break the process into steps. The first step is to list everything your child knows about the topic. Next, ask what your child would like to say about the things on the list. Talking ideas through can make writing easier. After writing a draft, have your child put it aside for a day, then reread it and brainstorm about what would make it better. https://tpitip.com/?15bM19702

The Candler County SWIRL (Speaking, Writing, Illustrating, Reading and Listening) Council would like you to join our community literacy initiative! We will meet on Wednesday, February 12 at 3:45 pm in the Metter Elementary Media Center. Please attend if you would like to assist in the programs that we offer out in the community to help boost literacy rates in Candler County. Thank you.