Banks County Board of Education 2023-2024 Recognitions

REACH Scholarship Recipients

REACH Scholars

February Recognitions

At their February meeting, the Banks County Board of Education took a moment to honor the achievements of the Lady Leopard volleyball team, applauding the athletes for their commitment and efforts in developing the program.

This season marked a significant milestone for the Lady Leopards as they advanced to the Sweet Sixteen in the state tournament for the first time, an unprecedented achievement in the team's brief history. They concluded the season with an impressive 30-10 record and secured runner-up in the 2A Region 8.

The team's roster, including Cate Loudermilk, Bryanna Hernandez, Kimber Meister, Shae Britt, Emmie Chitwood, Savannah Griffith, Shayna Vickery, Bacey Ausburn, Caitlin Bernier, Addison Hoard, Raeden Hunter, Lillee Parson, and Lola Pruitt, was commended for their performance.

Coach Whitney LaHayne, in presenting the certificates of recognition, expressed pride in the team's progress, stating, "Being part of this program for only four years and witnessing such dedication and unity is truly remarkable. The resilience and camaraderie shown by our team reflect the strong community spirit of Banks County, and I am incredibly proud to be involved."

Board member Shane Roberts commended the team's success, recalling initial skepticism about establishing a volleyball program. He praised the athletes for their hard work and determination, emphasizing the capability of Banks County to achieve greatness with perseverance.

The meeting also spotlighted the accomplishments of other students, particularly those in the Future Farmers of America program, who garnered top honors at the state competition. High school assistant principal William Foster announced victories in Senior Forestry, Junior Wildlife, and Senior Wildlife, with Luke Johnson winning an area championship in EMC Electrical Wiring.

Additionally, important upcoming events for the primary school, including honors days, field trips, and special events like Kindergarten graduation in May, were highlighted by Dr. Mike Boyle.

January BOE Recognitions

The Banks County Board of Education celebrated the achievements of the district's spelling bee champions during their January meeting, following the 2024 Banks County Spelling Bee held on January 17 at the board's facility.

Jackson Chapman, a talented sixth grader, clinched the Banks County School System Spelling Bee Champion title. Fourth grader Oliver McFaddin impressed everyone as the event's runner-up.

The spelling bee saw winners and runners-up from grades four through eight, each demonstrating exceptional spelling skills. The champions from each grade were as follows:

4th Grade: Oliver McFadden winner-Brooksy Crocker runner-up
5th Grade: Logan Couch winner-Landyn Hyde runner-up
6th Grade: Jackson Chapman winner- Gauge English runner-up
7th Grade: Riley Grogan winner-Daniela Guzman Ortiz runner-up.
8th Grade: Shylah Chavis winner- Eli Duncan runner-up

November BOE Recognitions

Banks County Board of Education Recognizes System Teacher, Teacher, and Classified Employee of the Year

Banks County Board of Education recognized each school's Teacher of the Year and Classified Person of the Year at the last BOE meeting on November 16th.

Banks County Primary School

Teacher of the Year: Heather Geipel

Classified Employee of the Year: Jenny Saville

Banks County Elementary School

Teacher of the Year: Sherry Angel

Classified Employee of the Year: Jamie Helton

Banks County Middle School

Teacher of the Year: Stephanie Kinsey

Classified Employee of the Year: Amanda Massey

Banks County High School

Teacher of the Year: Kipp Jackson

Classified Employee of the Year: Brook Gee

The system winner was Kipp Jackson, who will go on to compete for the Georgia State Teacher of the Year.

The awards banquet was sponsored by Jackson Electric Membership Corporation and Georgia Power.

September BOE Recognitions

Banks County Board of Education Recognizes Athletes

Several athletes were given special recognition during the recent board of education meeting. These athletes demonstrated outstanding performance in a Banks County Olympics program last May. The board expressed their pride in the athletes' abilities and praised their dedication to their sport. The athletes were presented with certificates of achievement.

Banks County Primary School

Keegan Dennett

Timothy Standridge

Novaleigh Clark

Leo Flores

DJ Anderson

Blythe Rider

Elijah Gomzalez-Orsoto

Julian Paramo-Moreno

Drayden Jennings

Banks County Elementary School

Trey Daniel

Laura Dobbs

Henry McElhenney

Addalyn Daniel

Annalyn Daniel

Lane Pirkle

Jacob Howard

Silvey Smith

Landon Cole

Harper Goss

Karleigh Montgomery

Bently West

Clint Lynn

August BOE Recognitions

Banks County Board of Education Recognizes Athletes

Several athletes were given special recognition during the recent board of education meeting. These athletes demonstrated outstanding performance in a Banks County Olympics program last May. The board expressed their pride in the athletes' abilities and praised their dedication to their sport. The athletes were presented with certificates of achievement.

Banks County Middle School

Jason Banks

Tyler Beatty

Emberly Bell

Brady Bridges

Brooklyn Hicks

Ethan Jones

Hayden Moore

Tripp Oliver

Colt Poffenberger

Nathan Wood

Banks County High School

Taylor Cheek

Ronin Cochran

Lauren Kate-Edwards

Kaite Fields

Mauricio Garcia-Ortega

Joel Goodson

Alyssa Hill

Gracin Myers

Carter Pollard

Jacob Poole

Gustavo Ramirez

Seth Schmitt

Eli Simmons

Nickey Weber