
January 9, 2026
This morning, J.L. Lomax Route 4004 was struck from behind while stopped at a bus stop at Lausanne Drive and Troupe Street. Police and EMS responded to the scene, and an EMS sup...

January 8, 2026
Save the Date * Kona Ice will be on campus on January 21, 2026. Prepay is already open and doesn't close until 7:00 a.m. the morning of. It's always a great day to have Kona Ic...

January 8, 2026
***** Donuts and Reading with Dad that was scheduled for January 14 for Pre-K through 2nd will be rescheduled for a later date. Be on the lookout for that information soon. We're ...

January 6, 2026
Welcome Back to the second semester of school and what better way to start it than with an attendance contest! That's right parents we heard you when you said that you wanted anot...

January 6, 2026
Welcome back, Wildcats! Students return tomorrow, January 7, 2026. Parents and students, be sure to review the 2025–2026 Academic Calendar for important dates to stay on track ...

January 5, 2026
Parents, Guardians and Scholars save the date for Camp Learn-A-Lot STEAM Night on January 26, 2026 at 5:00-6:30 right here in the gym. There will be fun activities and games re...

January 1, 2026
As we welcome 2026, we look forward to continued growth, excellence, and unity across Valdosta City Schools. Together, we’ll make this a year to BelieVe in the V—in our students, ...

December 29, 2025
Want to strengthen your connection with local schools or curious about becoming a CPIE but not sure where to start? Join us for our first-ever CPIE Partner Training and learn...

December 19, 2025
Earlier this morning, J.L. Lomax Elementary School and Valdosta City School of Scholars experienced a temporary power outage that caused a brief disruption to the school day. Thro...

December 19, 2025
Valdosta City Schools will be closed December 22, 2025–January 2, 2026. We will return to normal hours on Monday, January 5, and we can’t wait to welcome our students back on Wedn...

December 18, 2025
Join us Dec. 29–30 for two days of fun, fundamentals, and Wildcat instruction for ages 5–13 . Cost: $60 | Cash, Check, Venmo @ registration Day 1 Location: Valdosta...

December 16, 2025
This holiday season, we are thankful for Divine Purpose & Partners and the many blessings they have poured into families across our community. Their love, generosity, and compassi...

December 15, 2025
Parents and Guardians it's that time of year and we need your input! Please take a few minutes to complete the Georgia Department of Education Family survey. Make sure not t...

December 15, 2025
Parents and guardians this week at The Max: The Twelve Days of Festive Fun continues. Online Social Studies Trivia continues. 12/15 Dine to Donate Night at Texas Roadh...

December 12, 2025
This week, our Student Support Services team—including district school counselors, school nurses, social workers, case managers, and health aides held our monthly meeting to discu...

December 12, 2025
Parents, guardians and community stakeholders. We're excited to announce our online Social Studies Trivia event going on over on our J.L. Lomax Facebook page. Just find the event,...

December 11, 2025
On November 24, our I AM B.E.A.U.T.I.F.U.L. Future Queens volunteered at LAMP with hearts full of compassion and purpose. They decorated four Christmas trees, prepared more than ...

December 10, 2025
Valdosta City Schools is proud to honor our December 2025 3V Champion of the Month , an outstanding member of our VCS family who truly lives out our Vision, Values, and Victory ...

December 8, 2025
Valdosta City Schools will be distributing free packed lunches for students on December 22, 2025 from 9:00-11:00 AM at Valdosta High School, funded through the Seamless Summer Opt...

December 6, 2025
Show your Wildcat Pride this holiday season! Order your VCS Holiday Long-Sleeve Shirt today. Price: $22 (Extended sizes +$2–$4) Sizes: S–XL Order online: vald...
