Parents’ Guide to Standardized Testing:
https://www.readingrockets.org/topics/assessment-and-evaluation/articles/parents-guide-standardized-testing
🎓 Help Us Celebrate the TCHS Class of 2025! 🎓
We invite you to join Toombs County High School in honoring our outstanding seniors by writing a heartfelt, encouraging note to any graduating student you know.
💌 These messages, called Senior Memory Letters, are printed and placed into each student’s senior packet. They will be distributed during graduation practice in May. This is a memorable keepsake that our seniors will treasure forever.
📝 Submit Your Letters Online:
Click the link below to access the Google Form. You can submit as many letters as you’d like for different students listed; it’s quick and easy!
📅 Deadline: May 2, 2025
Prefer to hand-deliver or mail your letters? No problem!
📬 Mail or Drop Off Letters To:
Toombs County High School
Attn: Dr. Melissa Batton – Senior Memory Letter
500 Bulldog Road
Lyons, GA 30436
✉️ Letters can also be dropped off at the TCHS front office. Please do not give letters to students or staff to deliver; all letters must be sent through the front office or mailed to the address above to ensure proper delivery.
📋 A complete list of seniors can be found on the TCHS website under the Class of 2025 Updates, or click the link below https://drive.google.com/file/d/1JFtc7uUWqrEh_Iq0WC4CnLHHBdjoPPwc/view?usp=drive_link
Thank you for helping us celebrate and encourage the Class of 2025 — your support means the world to our graduating Bulldogs! 🐾
Dr. Melissa Batton
📧 melissa.batton@toombs.k12.ga.us
Class of 2025 - Senior Memory Letter Google Form: https://forms.gle/eKFECfKwYzXnivYK8
Check it out - Ways Busy Families Can Help Children Succeed on Standardized Tests:
ENGLISH
https://www.parent-institute-online.com/kits/files/5K02%20Video%2012%20Things.mp4
SPANISH
https://www.parent-institute-online.com/kits/files/6K02%20SPAN%20Video%2012%20Things.mp4
"Hoppy Day" presented by Lyons Community Heart & Soul will be held Today, April 12 from 1PM-4PM at the 304 Society Garden in downtown Lyons. Enjoy games, food, egg hunt, prizes, Easter baskets and more! Don't miss it!
Toombs County High School would like to announce the following:
TCHS 2025 Valedictorian is Shivani Patel
TCHS 2025 Salutatorian is Stephanie Eduardo-Ramos
TCHS 2025 Top Ten: Shivani Patel, Stephanie Eduardo-Ramos, Fredric Slade Holland, Makayla Sapp, Tucker Bush, Taylor T.J. Stanley (not pictured), Emigdio Flores, Noelia Nevarez, Summur Howell, Autumn Jarriel
TCHS 2025 Honor Graduates with Distinction: Alyssa Bailey, Axcel Barbosa, Tucker Brodnax, Madison Brown, Tucker Bush, Casey Cantwell, Samantha Carter (not pictured), Jaden Collins, Swan Cruz, Reni'jae Curtis, Azariah Davis, Brayden Davis, Kensley Davis, Stephanie Eduardo-Ramos, Emigdio Flores, Grayson Foskey, Elizabeth Garcia-Aguado, Arnold Garcia-Perez, Maria Gaspar-Leon, Arturo Gomez, Betzaida Gonzalez-Solorzano, Andrea Gutierrez-Perez, Giana Hamlin (not pictured), Raegan Hart, Ethan Heath, Maximiliana Hines, Fredric Slade Holland, Summur Howell, MaHailia Hutcheson, Autumn Jarriel, Glendies Latoy, Jahir Lopez, Maite Lopez, Kamren Lowther, Jesus Lucas, Karah Marsh, Leshunn McArthur (not pictured), Carolina Medel, Nora Grace Mercer, Kinsley Monroe, Angel Morales, Noelia Nevarez, Ava O'Conner, Shivani Patel, Erica Ramirez-Romero, Amelia Richter, Cadence Roberson, Angie Sabillon-Varela, Tatum Salter, Miguel Santiz-Perez, Makayla Sapp, Carlie Shaw, Chason Smith, Jaslyn Snead, Taylor T.J. Stanley (not pictured), Shaylin Stringer, Charles Summers (not pictured), Jada Thompson, Chanleigh Thursby, Jonathan Tinoco, Alejandro Tinoco-Zamora, Rusty Warf, Bryleigh Woods, Rodolfo Zamorano
TCHS 2025 Honor Graduates: Laney Azbell, Anthony Ball, Alexis Cox, Javier Gonzalez, Miguel Granados, Jorge Herrera Martinez, Ryhanna Howard, Layla Howell, Jackson Jenkins, Rosalinda Jimenez-Cortez, Janee Johnson, Samuel Kelly, Anastasia Khabirov (not pictured), Kayla Lopez-Gonzalez, Jasmine McClendon, Brinley Miller, Michael Benton Page, Liam Pittman, Michael Polke, Aniston Powell, Noelia Rivas, Ethan Tippett, Kelvin Velazquez-Perez, Dylan Vetter, Madison White, Citlali Zamorano, Josseline Zamorano
Toombs County High School recognizes the top ten 11th graders of the Class of 2026 as their Junior Graduation Ushers for the 2025 Toombs County High School Graduation.
Toombs County High School 2026 Junior Ushers: Mareli Luna-Munoz, Sarah Ellis Walker, Emily Carter, Jordan Clark Brannen, Wesley Vic Moore, Areli Gonzalez-Reyes, Jeremy Galarza Ramos, Aubrey Gay, Jack Williams, Jean Peterson
The Greatest of All Time Animal Program is at the Vidalia Library from 3-5 PM April 11. All ages and abilities are welcome. They will have a local author, vet, kitten rescue, animal rescue, and animal trainer on site, as well as a service dog (and her human companion). Families can grab a free snack, enter a raffle for prizes, visit with local animal professionals and check-out new items at the library. Educators that stop in will get a free book for their classroom library while supplies last.
"Hoppy Day" presented by Lyons Community Heart & Soul will be held Saturday, April 12 from 1PM-4PM at the 304 Society Garden in downtown Lyons. Enjoy games, food, egg hunt, prizes, Easter baskets and more!
REMINDER: Toombs County High School FY26 Comprehensive Needs Assessment Meeting will be in the TCHS Cafeteria this evening beginning at 5:30 p.m.
"Hoppy Day" presented by Lyons Community Heart & Soul will be held Saturday, April 12 from 1PM-4PM at the 304 Society Garden in downtown Lyons. Enjoy games, food, egg hunt, prizes, Easter baskets and more!
Reminder: Toombs County Schools - SPRING BREAK - March 28-April 4. Students & Staff return on April 7
Congratulations to Mrs. Corley for being named the 2024–2025 Georgia FCCLA New Adviser of the Year! This special recognition comes from a nomination by her fellow FCCLA advisers from across the state—a true reflection of the impact she has already made in such a short time. Great job! #GoDogs #BeADOG #BAD #CommiToTheT
The Toombs County Kinship Caregiver Support Group will meet March 27, 2025 from 6PM-7:30PM. Meeting is located at the Birthday House at Partin Park. Text 478-262-1133 if you plan to attend. Childcare and Dinner provided.
The Lyons Lions Club Student of the Month program recognizes deserving students for their “Dedication, Commitment and Service to Others” and is sponsored by Peoples Bank.
Congratulations to Rusty Warf for being recognized as the March Student of the Month for Toombs County High School.
Photo (Left to Right): Ms. Melody Walker (Toombs County High School AP), Lion Jill O’Neal (2nd Vice President), Rusty Warf (TCHS Student of the Month), Peggy Snow (TCHS Work-Based Learning Teacher), Lion Cathy Benton (People’s Bank Representative).
📢 Attention Senior Parents! 📢
At yesterday’s senior meeting, we distributed several important forms and handouts for the Class of 2025. If you need to review or print any of these documents, you can find them all at the link below:
🔗 https://tchs.toombscountyschools.org/o/tchs/page/class-of-2025-updates
Please take a moment to go through the information and ensure your senior is on track for a successful year! If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to Mrs. Caraway. 🎓✨ #ClassOf2025 #SeniorYear #GoDogs #BeADOG #BAD #CommiToTheT
At the recent State FBLA Leadership Conference, Toombs County High School Teacher, Ms. Jessica Jones, was recognized for her outstanding contributions to Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA), receiving the prestigious Region 2 FBLA Adviser of the Year Terry Smith Award. In just two years as an FBLA Adviser, Ms. Jones has already made an impact, leading her students to remarkable achievements on both the state and national levels.
Under Ms. Jones' guidance, the Toombs County FBLA chapter has seen tremendous growth and success. Two of her students have advanced to the national FBLA competition, a testament to her dedication and commitment to student excellence. Last year, the chapter was recognized as a Silver Champion Chapter, and this year, they are on track to achieve Gold Champion Chapter status.
Before joining the faculty at Toombs County High School, Ms. Jones taught 4th grade reading at Lyons Upper Elementary School. Though her teaching focus has shifted to business education, her passion for helping students discover their interests remains unchanged. "What I love most about my job is helping students find their passion," Ms. Jones shared. "Learning about business is an integral part of students' lives, and seeing them succeed is incredibly rewarding."
Ms. Jones' recognition as Region 2 FBLA Adviser of the Year emphasizes her commitment to shaping the future of young business leaders.
Toombs County High School Junior Alex Patrick has secured his place on the national stage after an outstanding performance at the FBLA State Leadership Conference. Competing in the Agribusiness category, Patrick placed 3rd, earning a coveted spot at the National FBLA Conference, set to take place in Anaheim, California, this June.
Patrick’s achievement is a testament to his dedication and leadership within FBLA. Currently serving as the chapter vice president, he has played a crucial role in the success and growth of Toombs County’s FBLA program. His commitment to the organization has been recognized with his election as a Region 2 officer, a prestigious role that allows him to contribute to FBLA’s mission on a broader scale.
"Competing at the state level was an incredible experience, and I’m honored to be advancing to nationals," said Patrick. "I’m grateful for the support of my adviser and fellow members, and I’m excited to represent Toombs County at the national level."
The National FBLA Conference will bring together top business students from across the country, providing them with opportunities to compete, network, and gain valuable career insights. Patrick’s journey to this stage highlights both his individual excellence and the strength of Toombs County High School’s FBLA program.
Patrick continues to make his school and community proud with his impressive accomplishments and leadership roles. As he prepares for the national competition, he carries with him the support of his peers and the hope of bringing home another victory for Toombs County.
Toombs County High School Principal Marissa Morris has been named the Georgia TSA Administrator of the Year, a prestigious honor recognizing her outstanding contributions to STEM education and her unwavering support for Career, Technical, and Agricultural Education (CTAE) programs.
Mrs. Morris was recognized at the Georgia TSA State Conference last week for her leadership in fostering an environment where students and teachers thrive in Engineering and Technology Pathway Courses. She was nominated for the award by Mr. Jess Bush, the engineering instructor at Toombs County High School, who praised her dedication to student success and her commitment to providing opportunities for growth both inside and outside the classroom.
“Mrs. Morris goes above and beyond to ensure the success of every student, creating a culture of support, motivation, and academic excellence,” Mr. Bush stated in his nomination.
The Georgia TSA State Leadership Conference recognized Mrs. Morris during the First General Session on March 13 at the Akins Arena in Athens, Georgia.
Principal Morris’s dedication continues to have a lasting impact on students, staff, and the Toombs County community.
Kickball Tournament at Partin Park!
The Greater Vidalia® Youth Leadership Class of 2024-2025 was celebrated this evening at Lyons First Baptist Church.
Student teams presented on what they learned about during the program. Throughout the program the students learn about different business sectors in our community such as: Agriculture, Economic Development, and Healthcare and Community Services as well as develop themselves in sessions titled Orientation, Professional Development, and Putting Your Best Foot Forward.
Congratulations to Millie Ritcher, Betzaida Gonzalez, Slade Holland, Kensley Davis, Nemo Scott, and Tucker Brodnax (not pictured)!
Thank you to Amber O’Connor from the Greater Vidalia Chamber, Program Co-Chairs Jordan Robins, Andrew O’Neal, Janna Park, and all the sponsors for making this program possible!
If you are a rising junior or senior and you are interested in applying for the GVYL Class of 2025-2026 you can pick up an application in the commons area or check your grade level Google Classroom.
This week, we celebrate Exceptional Children’s Week! We celebrate the unique strengths, talents, and achievements of our exceptional students. #ExcellenceFor ALL
