At Pinevale Elementary, we do more than teach — we LEAD by example! 💪🐅
🎉🌟 Thank you to the men of Pinevale for showing up and standing strong — every single day.🥳
Every single day, these incredible men walk our scholars home — rain or shine — spreading encouragement, motivation, and leadership.
They never miss a day of:✅ Guiding✅ Supporting✅ Inspiring✅ Building character✅ Modeling respect✅ Encouraging academic excellence✅ Uplifting our future leaders✅ Walking in PURPOSE with our scholars
At #TigerNation, we believe that ALL of our scholars can:🔸 Be leaders🔸 Achieve greatness🔸 Show kindness🔸 Respect themselves and others🔸 Dream big🔸 Rise above challenges🔸 Represent Pinevale with PRIDE!
#1TigerNation #PinevalePride #LeadersInTheMaking #MentorshipMatters #ScholarsWithPurpose #DadsofPinevale #LeaderinMe See less
🎉🌟 Thank you to the men of Pinevale for showing up and standing strong — every single day.🥳
Every single day, these incredible men walk our scholars home — rain or shine — spreading encouragement, motivation, and leadership.
They never miss a day of:✅ Guiding✅ Supporting✅ Inspiring✅ Building character✅ Modeling respect✅ Encouraging academic excellence✅ Uplifting our future leaders✅ Walking in PURPOSE with our scholars
At #TigerNation, we believe that ALL of our scholars can:🔸 Be leaders🔸 Achieve greatness🔸 Show kindness🔸 Respect themselves and others🔸 Dream big🔸 Rise above challenges🔸 Represent Pinevale with PRIDE!
#1TigerNation #PinevalePride #LeadersInTheMaking #MentorshipMatters #ScholarsWithPurpose #DadsofPinevale #LeaderinMe See less
💛🐯 Today we proudly shine the spotlight on our amazing **Tiger Guys in Ties** and **Tiger Girls in Pearls** who dedicated their afternoon to stay after school for their weekly Wednesday meeting!
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These outstanding young Tigers are learning that **leadership starts with character, commitment, and confidence**. 👔💎 Each week, they gather to grow in excellence — developing strong values, positive attitudes, and a spirit of service that reflects what it truly means to be part of **Tiger Nation**. 💪🏽📚✨
At Pinevale, we’re not just teaching lessons — we’re **grooming future leaders** who will make a difference in their schools, communities, and beyond! 🌍❤️
We are so proud of our Tigers who continue to lead by example — one meeting, one smile, and one kind act at a time! 🐯💛
#TigerNation #LeadersInTheMaking #PinevalePride #GuysInTiesGirlsInPearls #BelieveInTheV
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These outstanding young Tigers are learning that **leadership starts with character, commitment, and confidence**. 👔💎 Each week, they gather to grow in excellence — developing strong values, positive attitudes, and a spirit of service that reflects what it truly means to be part of **Tiger Nation**. 💪🏽📚✨
At Pinevale, we’re not just teaching lessons — we’re **grooming future leaders** who will make a difference in their schools, communities, and beyond! 🌍❤️
We are so proud of our Tigers who continue to lead by example — one meeting, one smile, and one kind act at a time! 🐯💛
#TigerNation #LeadersInTheMaking #PinevalePride #GuysInTiesGirlsInPearls #BelieveInTheV
🌟 Congratulations to our October Honorees!
🗣️🤩We’re thrilled to celebrate Mrs. Earp, our Teacher of the Month, and Ms. Bell, our Employee of the Month! Both of these incredible women go above and beyond each day to support our students, staff, and school community.
🎉🥳Mrs. Earp has dedicated 32 years to education, teaching a variety of subjects and grade levels throughout her career. Her passion for children and art shines through in everything she does. She continues to inspire us all with her creativity, talent, and unwavering commitment to excellence.
🎉🥳Ms. Bell, though new to our Pinevale family, has made an outstanding impact from the very start. As our Bookkeeper, she approaches every task with professionalism, kindness, and a can-do spirit. We’re so grateful for the care and dedication she shows to our staff, students, and parents every day.
🐅🧡🖤Thank you, Mrs. Earp and Ms. Bell, for your hard work, positivity, and commitment to making Pinevale a wonderful place to learn and grow!
🗣️🤩We’re thrilled to celebrate Mrs. Earp, our Teacher of the Month, and Ms. Bell, our Employee of the Month! Both of these incredible women go above and beyond each day to support our students, staff, and school community.
🎉🥳Mrs. Earp has dedicated 32 years to education, teaching a variety of subjects and grade levels throughout her career. Her passion for children and art shines through in everything she does. She continues to inspire us all with her creativity, talent, and unwavering commitment to excellence.
🎉🥳Ms. Bell, though new to our Pinevale family, has made an outstanding impact from the very start. As our Bookkeeper, she approaches every task with professionalism, kindness, and a can-do spirit. We’re so grateful for the care and dedication she shows to our staff, students, and parents every day.
🐅🧡🖤Thank you, Mrs. Earp and Ms. Bell, for your hard work, positivity, and commitment to making Pinevale a wonderful place to learn and grow!
Huge shoutout to our amazing PES Girls on the Run team! 🌟
Our girls crushed their 5K event today, and we could not be more proud! 🎉🏃♀️✨
The energy was high, the smiles were big, and the excitement was off the charts!
These girls trained hard, supported each other, and showed everyone what determination and teamwork look like. 💪💛
Way to go, PES Girls on the Run! You ran your hearts out and had a blast doing it! 🎈👏
#GirlPower #PESProud #GirlsOnTheRun #5KFun #1TigernationPES
Our girls crushed their 5K event today, and we could not be more proud! 🎉🏃♀️✨
The energy was high, the smiles were big, and the excitement was off the charts!
These girls trained hard, supported each other, and showed everyone what determination and teamwork look like. 💪💛
Way to go, PES Girls on the Run! You ran your hearts out and had a blast doing it! 🎈👏
#GirlPower #PESProud #GirlsOnTheRun #5KFun #1TigernationPES
🎉Our Beta Club members spent the day volunteering as Salvation Army bell ringers, spreading joy, kindness, and holiday spirit! ❤️
We are so proud of these students for giving their time to support families in need. Service, leadership, and compassion this is what Beta is all about!
🔔 “Let us lead by serving others.”
National Beta The Salvation Army USA
#1TigernationPES
#Service
We are so proud of these students for giving their time to support families in need. Service, leadership, and compassion this is what Beta is all about!
🔔 “Let us lead by serving others.”
National Beta The Salvation Army USA
#1TigernationPES
#Service
Congratulations once more to Coach Alex Hall!
😃Coach Alex Hall, Physical Education teacher at Pinevale Elementary School and a Top 3 Finalist for the 2025–2026 Valdosta City Schools Teacher of the Year, has been officially nominated for the national LifeChanger of the Year Award!
🎉The LifeChanger of the Year program honors educators who make a lasting, transformative impact on students and school communities. Each year, a national committee comprised of past LifeChanger winners and higher education professionals selects honorees who embody the highest standards of excellence in education.
🗣️To be considered for this distinction, nominees must:
✅Make a positive impact in the lives of students
✅Enhance their school or district’s atmosphere, culture, and pride
✅Demonstrate exemplary leadership
✅Possess a proven record of professional excellence
✅Build a nurturing environment that supports learning
✅Adhere to the highest moral and ethical standards
🤩Coach Hall exemplifies each of these qualities. His passion for student wellness, his leadership across campus, and his commitment to uplifting the Pinevale Panther community make him truly deserving of this recognition.
📣 How You Can Support Coach Hall:
His nomination profile is now live, and the selection committee reads every comment submitted. We encourage our VCS family to visit the link below and leave a message of support:
Vote for Coach Hall!!
📅https://app.lifechangeroftheyear.com/nomination_detail...
#LCOY
#BelieVeInTheV
#1TigernationPES
💕Help us cheer on Coach Hall as he represents Pinevale, Valdosta City Schools, and our entire community with excellence!
Go Cats! 🖤💛
😃Coach Alex Hall, Physical Education teacher at Pinevale Elementary School and a Top 3 Finalist for the 2025–2026 Valdosta City Schools Teacher of the Year, has been officially nominated for the national LifeChanger of the Year Award!
🎉The LifeChanger of the Year program honors educators who make a lasting, transformative impact on students and school communities. Each year, a national committee comprised of past LifeChanger winners and higher education professionals selects honorees who embody the highest standards of excellence in education.
🗣️To be considered for this distinction, nominees must:
✅Make a positive impact in the lives of students
✅Enhance their school or district’s atmosphere, culture, and pride
✅Demonstrate exemplary leadership
✅Possess a proven record of professional excellence
✅Build a nurturing environment that supports learning
✅Adhere to the highest moral and ethical standards
🤩Coach Hall exemplifies each of these qualities. His passion for student wellness, his leadership across campus, and his commitment to uplifting the Pinevale Panther community make him truly deserving of this recognition.
📣 How You Can Support Coach Hall:
His nomination profile is now live, and the selection committee reads every comment submitted. We encourage our VCS family to visit the link below and leave a message of support:
Vote for Coach Hall!!
📅https://app.lifechangeroftheyear.com/nomination_detail...
#LCOY
#BelieVeInTheV
#1TigernationPES
💕Help us cheer on Coach Hall as he represents Pinevale, Valdosta City Schools, and our entire community with excellence!
Go Cats! 🖤💛
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
🖤💛 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
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.
Happy National Principal Month! 🍎📚
🥳Join us in celebrating Mr. Tony Burgman, Principal of Pinevale Elementary School!
🎉Your leadership, dedication, and unwavering passion for education make a lasting impact on every student, teacher, and family in our school community.
#TigernationPES
#NationalPrincipalMonth
#PrincipalAppreciation
🥳Join us in celebrating Mr. Tony Burgman, Principal of Pinevale Elementary School!
🎉Your leadership, dedication, and unwavering passion for education make a lasting impact on every student, teacher, and family in our school community.
#TigernationPES
#NationalPrincipalMonth
#PrincipalAppreciation
Join us for our Hispanic Heritage Program!
📅 Date: October 23, 2025
🕠 Time: 5:30 PM
📍 Celebrate culture, community, and connection!
Come experience an evening full of vibrant traditions as we Learn – Share – Celebrate Hispanic heritage. 🇲🇽🇪🇸🇨🇴🇵🇷
🌟 Theme: Unity in diversity, strength in culture.
🛠️ We’re also featuring our Parent Engagement Social Studies Make and Take: a fun, hands-on activity for families! Don't miss this educational, and heartwarming event! 💃🎨📚
#HispanicHeritageMonth #Cultura #FamilyEvent #CommunityStrong #CelebrateDiversity #1TigernationPES
📅 Date: October 23, 2025
🕠 Time: 5:30 PM
📍 Celebrate culture, community, and connection!
Come experience an evening full of vibrant traditions as we Learn – Share – Celebrate Hispanic heritage. 🇲🇽🇪🇸🇨🇴🇵🇷
🌟 Theme: Unity in diversity, strength in culture.
🛠️ We’re also featuring our Parent Engagement Social Studies Make and Take: a fun, hands-on activity for families! Don't miss this educational, and heartwarming event! 💃🎨📚
#HispanicHeritageMonth #Cultura #FamilyEvent #CommunityStrong #CelebrateDiversity #1TigernationPES
🎉🌟Congratulations to our Pinevale Stars! ⭐️
🌟 Teacher of the Month 🌟Join us in celebrating Mrs. Cassandra Harris; formerly one of our amazing 2nd grade teachers, she has stepped into her new role as Art Teacher with grace, confidence, and creativity. We are so grateful for your passion and dedication. Keep up the amazing work!
🌟 Employee of the Month 🌟
A huge congratulations to Mr. Jerome Rowell; our 2021–2022 CATS Award Winner and an outstanding member of the Pinevale family. Your dedication, work ethic, and willingness to lend a helping hand never go unnoticed!
🐅 🐅 🥳Thank you both for your continued excellence and for making Pinevale a better place each day.
#1TigerNationPES
🌟 Teacher of the Month 🌟Join us in celebrating Mrs. Cassandra Harris; formerly one of our amazing 2nd grade teachers, she has stepped into her new role as Art Teacher with grace, confidence, and creativity. We are so grateful for your passion and dedication. Keep up the amazing work!
🌟 Employee of the Month 🌟
A huge congratulations to Mr. Jerome Rowell; our 2021–2022 CATS Award Winner and an outstanding member of the Pinevale family. Your dedication, work ethic, and willingness to lend a helping hand never go unnoticed!
🐅 🐅 🥳Thank you both for your continued excellence and for making Pinevale a better place each day.
#1TigerNationPES
Pinevale High School, built in 1955 as a school for African American students in Valdosta, graduated its final class in 1969, marking the end of segregation in Valdosta. Decades later, in 2013, the new 127,323-square-foot Pinevale Elementary School opened its doors, proudly preserving the historic gymnasium from the original campus.
Although the gymnasium was heavily damaged during a recent storm, its priceless memorabilia (dating from 1955 to 1972) remained safe. In the summer of 2025, the gym was beautifully restored with a new roof and flooring, setting the stage for something truly special.
On September 19, 2025, Pinevale joyfully celebrated the grand reopening of the gym with a ribbon-cutting ceremony. Alumni, students, and friends gathered for this momentous occasion, honoring the school’s rich legacy. The celebration featured a lively performance by the Pinevale Tigerettes Dance Team and inspiring remarks from our very own 4th-grade teacher, Mr. Wright, who served as the speaker.
We were also honored to welcome Superintendent Dr. Craig Lockhart along with several community leaders, whose presence highlighted the significance of this milestone.
It was a day filled with pride, history, and a strong sense of community spirit. This day will be remembered for years to come.
#The3VWay #BelieVeInTheV
Although the gymnasium was heavily damaged during a recent storm, its priceless memorabilia (dating from 1955 to 1972) remained safe. In the summer of 2025, the gym was beautifully restored with a new roof and flooring, setting the stage for something truly special.
On September 19, 2025, Pinevale joyfully celebrated the grand reopening of the gym with a ribbon-cutting ceremony. Alumni, students, and friends gathered for this momentous occasion, honoring the school’s rich legacy. The celebration featured a lively performance by the Pinevale Tigerettes Dance Team and inspiring remarks from our very own 4th-grade teacher, Mr. Wright, who served as the speaker.
We were also honored to welcome Superintendent Dr. Craig Lockhart along with several community leaders, whose presence highlighted the significance of this milestone.
It was a day filled with pride, history, and a strong sense of community spirit. This day will be remembered for years to come.
#The3VWay #BelieVeInTheV
Shout Out Time! 🎉
Please join us in congratulating our August Employee of the Month, Mrs. Belcher, and our Teacher of the Month, Ms. Davis! ❤️🎉❤️🎉
🍎💓Ms. Davis, our amazing 1st grade teacher brings energy, creativity, and heart to her classroom every single day. Her students thrive in the positive and engaging environment she creates, and we’re so grateful for the difference she makes in our school community!
💓🤩Mrs. Belcher, our amazing receptionist, is the warm and welcoming face of our front office. Her professionalism, kindness, and dedication help keep everything running smoothly, and she always greets everyone with a smile.
Thank you both for everything you do, we’re lucky to have you! 💙
#EmployeeOfTheMonth #TeacherOfTheMonth #ThankYou #SchoolFamily #MakingADifference #BelieVe #1TigernationPES #pinevaleelementaryschool
Please join us in congratulating our August Employee of the Month, Mrs. Belcher, and our Teacher of the Month, Ms. Davis! ❤️🎉❤️🎉
🍎💓Ms. Davis, our amazing 1st grade teacher brings energy, creativity, and heart to her classroom every single day. Her students thrive in the positive and engaging environment she creates, and we’re so grateful for the difference she makes in our school community!
💓🤩Mrs. Belcher, our amazing receptionist, is the warm and welcoming face of our front office. Her professionalism, kindness, and dedication help keep everything running smoothly, and she always greets everyone with a smile.
Thank you both for everything you do, we’re lucky to have you! 💙
#EmployeeOfTheMonth #TeacherOfTheMonth #ThankYou #SchoolFamily #MakingADifference #BelieVe #1TigernationPES #pinevaleelementaryschool
Early Dismissal Announcement
Meet Mrs. Betty Oliver Bess, Pinevale Class of 1967!
✨ Back in the day, she twirled her baton with style and spirit as a majorette in Pinevale High School’s Mighty Tigers marching band. She marched with the Tigers all four years under the direction of Mr. Carter Douglas Marshall.
One of her drum majors is the legendary Leon Henderson, and her fellow drum majorette is the fabulous Barbara Taylor Strickland, both are still proudly carrying the Tiger spirit today! 💛🖤
Today, Mrs. Bess still brings that same Pinevale Tiger pride to our halls as a Foster Grandparent with AmeriCorps Seniors! 🙌 Alongside other amazing foster grandparents, she helps and supports our teachers and students every single day.
We are beyond honored to have Mrs. Bess (and all our Foster Grandparents) as part of the Pinevale family.
Once a Tiger, always a Tiger! 🐯💛🖤 #PinevalePride #TigerForever #AmeriCorpsSeniors #FosterGrandparentsRockp
✨ Back in the day, she twirled her baton with style and spirit as a majorette in Pinevale High School’s Mighty Tigers marching band. She marched with the Tigers all four years under the direction of Mr. Carter Douglas Marshall.
One of her drum majors is the legendary Leon Henderson, and her fellow drum majorette is the fabulous Barbara Taylor Strickland, both are still proudly carrying the Tiger spirit today! 💛🖤
Today, Mrs. Bess still brings that same Pinevale Tiger pride to our halls as a Foster Grandparent with AmeriCorps Seniors! 🙌 Alongside other amazing foster grandparents, she helps and supports our teachers and students every single day.
We are beyond honored to have Mrs. Bess (and all our Foster Grandparents) as part of the Pinevale family.
Once a Tiger, always a Tiger! 🐯💛🖤 #PinevalePride #TigerForever #AmeriCorpsSeniors #FosterGrandparentsRockp
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 📚
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. 🚍
Friday, the Sped Department showed their support for World Down Syndrome Day! We stand together in support of inclusion, acceptance and the power of diversity. Let’s continue to break barriers and create a world where everyone shines.
