Dates of Interest and School Supply Lists
It is almost that time again! Click your child's school for the suggested 2023 - 2024 School Supply List. Some teachers may request additional supplies that are not listed. Parents will be notified of those additional supplies at Open House or during the first week of school. Teachers return to school on Monday, July 31, 2023. PreK through 12th grade students return to school on Monday, August 7, 2023.
Click here to download a printable version of the 2023 - 2024 Academic Calendar.
School Supply Lists
Please click on the school name below to download a printable copy of the 2023 - 2024 school supply list. These lists will also be available inside our local retailers.
**Please be reminded that PreK is a Bright from the Start program. Therefore, there is not a supply list as the standard/basic supplies are provided. Some schools may ask for items such as a book bag, large towel for naptime, etc.**
Open House Information
Sallas Mahone Elementary School | August 3 | 11:00 am - 1:00 pm |
Horne Learning Center | August 3 | 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm |
J.L. Newbern Middle School | August 3 | 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm |
Valdosta Early College Academy | August 3 | 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm |
Valdosta Middle School | August 3 | 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm |
Horizon Academy | August 3 | 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm |
J.L. Lomax Elementary School | August 3 | 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm |
W.G. Nunn Elementary School | August 3 | 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm |
Pinevale Elementary School | August 3 | 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm |
Valdosta High School | August 4 | 11:00 am - 1:00 pm |
S.L. Mason Elementary School | August 4 | 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm |
Dates of Interest
J.L. Newbern Middle School Locker & ID Day
July 25, 2023
9:00 am - 11:00 am and 1:00 - 3:00 pm
Valdosta Middle School Locker & ID Day
July 27, 2023
9:00 - 11:00 am and 1:30 - 3:30 pm
$5 each
Valdosta High School Student Parking Pass ($35)
July 25, 2023
VHS Rotunda (Front Offices)
SENIORS: 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
All other students: 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm
Click here to download the parking registration form.
Pay with cash, check or money order on July 25, 2023. Students can pre-pay online with debit/credit card.
If you pay before you arrive, bring printed out receipt for proof of payment.
All students planning to purchase a parking pass must bring their driver's license, the school will make a copy to keep on file. The license must be a Class C or D license in order to purchase a decal. Students cannot purchase a decal with a Class CP (Learners Permit).
VHS Freshman Orientation
VHS Gymnasium
July 27, 2023
5:00 pm
Kindergarten through 5th Grade School Uniform
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2023 - 2024 Back to School
