During National School Bus Safety Week, our Transportation Department went the extra mile at Pinevale! 🚍 Not only did they teach students about bus safety, but they also volunteered to serve lunch, showing our Wildcats what it means to give back. Thank you for your dedication and care! 🖤💛 #BelieveInTheV #The3VWay
Cats Caught Reading! 😺📚 7th graders Yemenya Smith and Shontia Berrian were spotted reading after finishing their classwork at Valdosta Middle School. Thanks to their ELA teacher Lydia Lewis for sharing this snapshot of our Wildcats loving literacy! #BelieVeInTheV #CatsCaughtReading #LiteracyMatters
The VCS Finance Department, along with a few of our bookkeepers, attended the 2025 GASBO Conference last week — gaining valuable insights, networking with peers, and bringing new ideas back to strengthen our district’s financial operations. #The3VWay #BelieVeInTheV
🖤💛 WILDCAT NATION — IT’S GAME TIME FOR GOOD! 💛🖤
The Inaugural Winnersville Challenge to Give United is officially underway, and we need Wildcat Nation to help us bring home the win — both on the field and in our community!
This friendly competition between Valdosta City Schools and Lowndes County Schools supports the Greater Valdosta United Way and the many programs that strengthen South Georgia families.
Here’s how YOU can make a difference:
📱 Text GOCATS to 44321 to donate on behalf of Valdosta City Schools
❤️ Every dollar stays local and helps fund critical resources for our neighbors in need.
The winning team will be announced at the Winnersville Classic on Friday, October 31, so let’s show everyone what it means to BelieVe in the V and Give United!
Together, we can make an impact that goes far beyond the scoreboard. Let’s do this, Wildcats! 🐾
#BelieVeintheV #GoCats #LiveUnited #WinnersvilleChallenge
The Inaugural Winnersville Challenge to Give United is officially underway, and we need Wildcat Nation to help us bring home the win — both on the field and in our community!
This friendly competition between Valdosta City Schools and Lowndes County Schools supports the Greater Valdosta United Way and the many programs that strengthen South Georgia families.
Here’s how YOU can make a difference:
📱 Text GOCATS to 44321 to donate on behalf of Valdosta City Schools
❤️ Every dollar stays local and helps fund critical resources for our neighbors in need.
The winning team will be announced at the Winnersville Classic on Friday, October 31, so let’s show everyone what it means to BelieVe in the V and Give United!
Together, we can make an impact that goes far beyond the scoreboard. Let’s do this, Wildcats! 🐾
#BelieVeintheV #GoCats #LiveUnited #WinnersvilleChallenge
Valdosta City Schools currently has one project open for bidding. Please the link to view the RFP for the HVAC renovation at W.G. Nunn Elementary School. (https://bit.ly/4o1EjOL)
🏈 It’s Almost Winnersville Week!
🗓️ Game Day: Fri, Oct 31 • 8PM
📍 Bazemore-Hyder Stadium
🎟️ Priority tickets on sale Oct 27, general public Oct 28.
💵 Cash only • 🎒 Clear Bag Policy in effect
🔗 Full details: https://gocats.org/article/2499542
#WinnersvilleClassic #GoCats 🖤💛
🗓️ Game Day: Fri, Oct 31 • 8PM
📍 Bazemore-Hyder Stadium
🎟️ Priority tickets on sale Oct 27, general public Oct 28.
💵 Cash only • 🎒 Clear Bag Policy in effect
🔗 Full details: https://gocats.org/article/2499542
#WinnersvilleClassic #GoCats 🖤💛
The Valdosta City Schools Foundation Board of Directors held its October meeting at Pinevale Elementary School, where members had the opportunity to award a Foundation grant to Dr. Danielle Croft, kindergarten teacher and leader of the Tinikling Team and Junior Fire Marshals Club.
Dr. Croft’s grant will provide new tinikling poles and team shirts for students involved in the clubs, helping them build leadership, teamwork, and confidence through creative movement and community service. Both programs align with the district’s Leader in Me initiative, inspiring students to lead by example and grow with purpose.
The Foundation extends sincere appreciation to Pinevale Elementary School for hosting this month’s meeting and for fostering such strong student engagement and leadership development across the campus.
Dr. Croft’s grant will provide new tinikling poles and team shirts for students involved in the clubs, helping them build leadership, teamwork, and confidence through creative movement and community service. Both programs align with the district’s Leader in Me initiative, inspiring students to lead by example and grow with purpose.
The Foundation extends sincere appreciation to Pinevale Elementary School for hosting this month’s meeting and for fostering such strong student engagement and leadership development across the campus.
Valdosta City Schools bus route 5008, serving after-school programs for Valdosta High School, was involved in a collision on Dunwoody Drive this afternoon, Wednesday, October 8. The bus, which was stopped, was struck by another vehicle. At the time of the accident, seven students and the driver were on board.
All students and the driver were evaluated for injuries. One student was transported by EMS to South Georgia Medical Center for further evaluation. However, no injuries were life-threatening. Four students have already been released to their parents, and the final two families have been notified and are en route to pick up their students.
Safety is, and will always be, the foundation of all that we do in Valdosta City Schools. We are deeply grateful for the swift and professional response of local first responders.
All students and the driver were evaluated for injuries. One student was transported by EMS to South Georgia Medical Center for further evaluation. However, no injuries were life-threatening. Four students have already been released to their parents, and the final two families have been notified and are en route to pick up their students.
Safety is, and will always be, the foundation of all that we do in Valdosta City Schools. We are deeply grateful for the swift and professional response of local first responders.
Lane Smith was our latest Wildcat caught reading in AP English Language & Composition — keep leading by example, Lane. #CatsCaughtReading
Employment of the Month Recognition
We are thrilled to celebrate excellence within our team! Please join us in congratulating, Sharena Haugabook, who has been named Valdosta City Schools 3V Employee of the Month and Karen Martin, Employee of the Month at S.L Mason Elementary School. Their commitment, energy, and teamwork shine through in everything they do. Thank you, ladies, for setting such a high standard of excellence to our School Nutrition Program.
We are thrilled to celebrate excellence within our team! Please join us in congratulating, Sharena Haugabook, who has been named Valdosta City Schools 3V Employee of the Month and Karen Martin, Employee of the Month at S.L Mason Elementary School. Their commitment, energy, and teamwork shine through in everything they do. Thank you, ladies, for setting such a high standard of excellence to our School Nutrition Program.
Our Transportation Department made sure the Wildcats arrived safely to the stadium Friday, then joined in the tailgating fun before kickoff. They’re excited to keep cheering on the team all season long on #TheRoadTo1000!
📚🐾 Wildcats love to READ! 🐾📚
This week, we caught several Cats reading in the library at Valdosta Middle School. We love seeing our students dive into great books and grow their love for literacy! 💛🖤 #CatsCaughtReading #BelieVeInTheV
This week, we caught several Cats reading in the library at Valdosta Middle School. We love seeing our students dive into great books and grow their love for literacy! 💛🖤 #CatsCaughtReading #BelieVeInTheV
✨ The VHS Marching Cats Auxiliary brought the energy at our first game of the season—on the field and in the stands! 🖤💛 #BelieVeInTheV #GoCats
It didn't take us long to find a Cat Caught Reading! 🔍🐾
Dr. Lockhart has been making his rounds across the district — and this week, he took time to share a story with one of our elementary classes. His commitment to literacy is clear, because when our students see leaders who read, they belieVe they can too. #BelieVeInTheV 📚
Dr. Lockhart has been making his rounds across the district — and this week, he took time to share a story with one of our elementary classes. His commitment to literacy is clear, because when our students see leaders who read, they belieVe they can too. #BelieVeInTheV 📚
📚🐾 Cats Caught Reading! Even near the end of the school year, Mrs. Denitria Morrison, a dedicated 4th grade teacher at S.L. Mason, was spotted diving into Reel by Kennedy Ryan during her lunch break in the SLM Media Center.
Summer may be here, but the love of reading never takes a break! 💛🖤 #CatsCaughtReading
📚🐾 Cats Caught Reading!
Ms. Olivia Woods from the Valdosta Middle School HES staff, spotted browsing our free book table! She says she loves to read — and we love to see it! 📖🖤💛
#CatsCaughtReading
📚🐾 Cats Caught Reading!
Look who got caught with a good book! 📖 Pierce Jenrette, a kindergartener from Ms. Bunte’s class at S.L. Mason, is diving into the joy of reading. Way to go, Pierce! 🖤💛
#CatsCaughtReading
Field Day fun across our schools today! From friendly competitions to big smiles, our students made the most of these final days of the school year. Check out some highlights from a day full of energy, teamwork, and memories!
A big thank you to Hester and Morris Orthodontics and Southland Children’s Dentistry for their generous donation to the WOW Bus! Your support helps bring smiles and learning to kids across our community. 🚍
🎉 Congratulations to Dr. Marshall for receiving Willie the Wildcat this month! 🐾 His outstanding participation during the District Leadership Team Meeting truly stood out. Way to go! 👏 #The3VWay
