S.L. Mason Elementary School

Recruitment at Valdosta Early College Academy is now open! Do you have a scholar that is a rising 6th, 7th, or 8th grade student and want to learn more about the VECA experien...

Calling all future innovators, problem-solvers, and creators! The VMS STEM Academy is now accepting applications for the 2026–2027 school year for upcoming 6th, 7th, and 8th grade...

Reminder for Valdosta City Schools Families Friday, March 13, 2026 will be an Asynchronous Learning & Parent/Teacher Conference Day . Students will not report to school in per...

Families, did you know your students can use Magic School AI at home to practice for GMAS? Interactive questions at your child’s grade level Fun, safe, and easy to use ...

Throughout the month of February, our schools hosted Black History Month programs that highlighted influential historical figures and explored the rich traditions that continue to...

The Social Services Department had the honor of meeting with Mayor Scott James Matheson in recognition of National School Social Work Week. During the meeting, an official proclam...

The Georgia Department of Education (GaDOE) Division for Exceptional Children is asking parents of students with an Individualized Education Program (IEP) to complete the 2026 Ann...

Our School Nutrition Program is proud to serve nutritious breakfasts that help fuel student success every single day. Research shows that students who eat breakfast are more likel...

Due to state administrators visiting J.L. Lomax Elementary School on Thursday, their Black History Program has been moved to Friday at the same scheduled times. We appreciate yo...

Several members of our district team recently had the privilege of attending the Winter GAEL Conference in Athens, Georgia, hosted by the Georgia Association of Educational Leader...

Our Valdosta City Schools staff—Gene Fandel, Dr. Christie Earle, Dr. Charity Kinneer, Alex Robinson, Andy Gibbs (Mayor Pro-Tem), and Clay Brindger—spent a productive day at the G...

The Turner Center for the Arts is showcasing incredible student artwork from across the region — and Valdosta City Schools is proudly represented! Artwork from students at Valdo...

Valdosta High School students and alumni recently gave back in a big way by volunteering with the Valdosta City Schools 21st Century Community Learning Centers After School Progra...

March 1–7, 2026 is School Social Work Week, and Valdosta City Schools is proud to celebrate our amazing school social workers! We have something special planned each day for s...

Families at S.L. Mason Elementary recently joined us for a special Valentine’s Day “For the Love of Reading” event in the Media Center. It was a wonderful morning filled with shar...

The Valdosta City Schools Foundation’s annual Feeling Lucky in Winnersville Raffle is back and tickets are officially on sale! 🎟 Tickets: $10 each (Cash preferred) You may p...

VCS families, we hope you all enjoyed the Winter Break. We will return to our normal school schedule on Wednesday, February 18, 2026, and we are looking forward to seeing everyone...

Big congratulations to our 2026 VCS District Young Georgia Authors Writing Competition Winners! From Kindergarten to High School, these talented Wildcats have shown that creati...

Valdosta City Schools will be closed on Monday, February 16, 2026. District offices will reopen on Tuesday, February 17, and students will return to school on Wednesday, February ...

Behind every successful student is an educator who never stops learning. The Valdosta City Schools Board of Education has received the GAEL Vision Award, presented to districts...