Turner County Schools

05/30/2026

Tonight’s story shared by WALB reminds us that schools are about more than milestones- they are about people. 💙
When time was limited for one of our seniors’ moms, our team came together to ensure she could witness one of life’s most meaningful moments - her daughter Zion’s graduation.
https://www.walb.com/2026/05/29/turner-county-high-school-brings-graduation-hospice-room-so-terminally-ill-mother-can-watch-daughter-receive-diploma/

05/29/2026

📣 Welcome Our New High School Principal! 📣

We are excited to announce that Mr. Bryson Daniels has been named the new Principal of Turner County High School!

Mr. Daniels brings a strong record of visionary leadership and student-focused success. Most recently, he served as the inaugural 6–12 Campus Principal for Thomasville City Schools, where he successfully led the opening and development of a unified middle and high school campus. During his three-year tenure, he established a culture of academic excellence, accountability, and student support that resulted in significant gains across multiple performance indicators.

Among his most notable accomplishments, Mr. Daniels led the school to achieve the highest graduation rate in school history - demonstrating his steadfast commitment to ensuring every student is prepared for success beyond high school. Under his leadership, the school was also recognized as a Scholar High School for Academic Achievement for three consecutive years, reflecting sustained excellence in student performance.

Mr. Daniels implemented strategic attendance initiatives that resulted in a 5% increase in middle school attendance and a 3% increase in high school attendance, strengthening student engagement and academic outcomes. He also introduced innovative academic support systems, including Saturday School programs for grades 6–12 and End-of-Course (EOC) Boot Camps for seniors, providing targeted intervention and enrichment opportunities in tested subject areas.

Prior to his service in Thomasville City Schools, Mr. Daniels served for three years as Assistant Principal and Athletic Director in Turner County School System, where he developed strong leadership skills in school operations, student discipline, athletics, and instructional support.

Throughout his career, Mr. Daniels has consistently demonstrated a passion for excellence and a commitment to empowering students, teachers, and communities. His proven ability to build strong educational programs and improve student outcomes positions him well to lead Turner County High School toward continued growth and achievement.

Please join us in welcoming Mr. Daniels back to Turner County Schools! 💙🎓

05/29/2026

✨ Titan Times - May Edition is HERE! ✨
📬 A new month, fresh updates, and even more Titan pride.

The May edition of the Titan Times District Newsletter is live, highlighting the incredible work, achievements, and momentum happening across the Turner County School System as we head toward the close of the school year.

👉 Click to read: https://app.smore.com/n/zy1v4

📣 Inside this month’s Titan Times, you’ll find highlights including:
• Class of 2026 celebrations
• Celebrating our teachers during Teacher Appreciation Week
• Seamless Summer Meal information
• Superintendent Student Advisory Council – new traditions, time capsule, and strong student leadership
• 2026–2027 school calendar and important dates
• Summer Read-A-Thon and literacy supports from our community
• 21st Century summer plans
• Growing Readers literacy focus
• MS/HS Spring Band Showcase
• 4-H honors and awards
• Honors Day celebrations and recognitions
• Georgia Teacher of the Year visits Titan College & Career Academy
• Successful Spring Scrimmage football games
• Important dates, reminders, and upcoming events

📅 Plus: digital resources and key calendar items for families and staff…and that’s just a snapshot of all the great things happening in !

👉 Explore the full April edition of Titan Times here: https://app.smore.com/n/zy1v4

💙 Thank you for your continued support of Turner County Schools and for celebrating the outstanding work of our students, staff, and community.

Titan Times - May 2026

05/29/2026

📣 Welcome Our New Special Education Director! 📣

We are proud to announce that Dr. Stephanie Gagnon has been named the new Special Education Director for the Turner County School System.

Dr. Gagnon is an accomplished educational leader with a proven record of driving school and system improvement, particularly in turnaround environments and comprehensive student support. She holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Specific Learning Disabilities, a Master’s Degree and a Ph.D. in Educational Leadership from Mercer University.

Dr. Gagnon brings deep expertise in special education and student services, shaped by 16 years as a special education teacher and her tenure as a Special Education Director in Southwest Georgia. In that role, she was instrumental in leading the district out of discipline and identification disproportionality. Her work included designing a Coordinated Early Intervening Services (CEIS) program focused on reading and social-emotional learning, resulting in a 40% reduction in discipline referrals, as well as creating an innovative program allowing students with disabilities to attend college while still in high school. She also designed and implemented the Birth to 5 PIP special education referral process, streamlined human and financial resources, and maximized FTE funding to stabilize the special education budget.

Currently, Dr. Gagnon serves as principal of a Pre-K–8 Title I school serving 650 students and 150 staff. In this role, she has led systemic reform efforts, including the design and implementation of a comprehensive behavior response system that resulted in a 20% reduction in behavior referrals and a 16% decrease in chronic absenteeism. She also secured a partnership with a local university to provide on-site mental health supports for students during the school day.

Previously, Dr. Gagnon served as an elementary school turnaround principal, where she successfully led a Title I Needs Improvement school off the state-designated list within two years and earned the Georgia Department of Education Greatest Gains Award.

Dr. Gagnon is excited to bring her talents to Turner County and serve our community. Building on the strong foundation already in place, her priorities include maintaining a 100% LEA Determination, increasing student achievement in ELA and Math, addressing disproportionality, and expanding postsecondary and employment opportunities for students with disabilities through strong partnerships with families and the community. Her primary focus in her first year will be building sustainable, compliant, and fiscally responsible systems that support all students.

Please join us in welcoming Dr. Gagnon to Turner County Schools! 💙♿📘

05/29/2026

🥫🌞 We’re Back for the 2026 Canning Season! 🌞🥫

We’re excited to kick off the 2026 canning season with the Turner County School System Canning Plant and look forward to helping with all your canning needs.

📅 Appointments begin Monday, June 1 — be sure to call the number below to schedule your visit.

📣 Follow our page for updates, announcements, and helpful information throughout the season.

We can’t wait to see y’all and serve our community again this summer! 💙

Hey y’all! We’re excited to be back for the 2026 canning season and look forward to helping with all your canning needs. Appointments will begin Monday, June 1st, so be sure to give us a call at the number below to schedule your visit. Follow our page for updates, announcements, and more information throughout the season. We can’t wait to see y’all!

05/28/2026

🌸 Women in Business Luncheon 🌸

Several of our district and school leaders had the opportunity to attend the Women in Business Luncheon hosted by the Ashburn-Turner County Chamber. We appreciate the Chamber for creating meaningful opportunities that support networking, leadership, and community collaboration.

A special thank you to keynote speaker Angie O’Steen for sharing her insight and encouragement. Events like this strengthen connections and help empower leaders who serve our schools and community every day.

Thank you for investing in leadership and for supporting opportunities that help our educators and leaders continue to grow. 💼

05/28/2026

📚✨ Celebrating Our Growing Readers Teachers! ✨📚

We are incredibly proud of our Turner County Elementary School teachers who participated this year in the Growing Readers Program, focused on strengthening literacy instruction for our youngest learners.

Through our strong partnership and collaboration with Coastal Plains RESA, our teachers were empowered with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to teach reading effectively and improve outcomes for early readers. 💙

Investing in our teachers is truly an investment in brighter futures for our students - and this work is already making a difference in classrooms every day. Thank you to our dedicated educators for your commitment to literacy, learning, and lifelong success for our children!
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Celebrating an amazing year with some of our CPRESA Growing Readers participants! 📚✨
This year, we empowered teachers with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to teach reading and improve outcomes for young readers. 💙💚Investing in teachers is investing in brighter futures!

05/28/2026

📣 Parent & Stakeholder Input Meeting This Afternoon - Your Voice Matters! 📣

Turner County Schools invites parents, community members, and stakeholders to join us for an important conversation about the future of our schools. This is your opportunity to share feedback, ask questions, and collaborate with district leadership as we continue working to support student success.

🗓 Date: May 28, 2026
⏰ Time: 3:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
📍 Location: Civic Center Conference Room

During the meeting, participants will:
✔️ Provide direct input on school programs
✔️ Receive updates and information about our schools
✔️ Collaborate on goals and initiatives
✔️ Engage in open discussion with district leadership

We value your perspective and look forward to hearing from you! 💙🧡

05/27/2026

🎉 Happy Birthday & Best Wishes’ Farewell Breakfast to Our District and School Leaders! 🎉

We recently gathered for a special Farewell Breakfast to celebrate milestones, leadership, and service across Turner County Schools!

We are incredibly proud to recognize Jason Clark, Turner County High School Principal, on his promotion and leadership advancement. Mr. Clark’s commitment to students and staff has left a lasting impact, and we look forward to watching his continued success in this next chapter.

We also extend our heartfelt congratulations and gratitude to Sonya Mizell, Special Education Director, as she enters retirement. Ms. Mizell’s years of dedicated service, advocacy for students, and unwavering professionalism have made a difference in countless lives.

In addition, we were excited to celebrate birthdays for our district and school leaders during the months of April and May. We hope each of you felt the appreciation and gratitude you so richly deserve.

🎂 Happy Birthday to:
Jason Clark, Sonya Mizell, Ben Lavender, Faye Belflower, Mike Coker

Beginning in 2026, Superintendent Christy Wray launched a new birthday tradition during monthly principal/director meetings - honoring leaders with a custom, Titan-themed hand-painted rock as a token of appreciation. Each rock represents the strong foundation our leaders help build across Turner County Schools. The Titan logo reflects our strength, pride, and unity, and each painted name symbolizes the vital role each leader plays in our district’s success.

💬 “A strong education is built on committed people who lay the foundation for lifelong learning.”

Thank you all for being steady “rocks” for our students, staff, and community. We are stronger because of you - and we look forward to continuing the great work ahead together. 💙

05/27/2026

📣 Welcome Our New Curriculum Director! 📣

Darcy Rainey currently serves as the District Teacher Support Specialist for Turner County Schools, where she supports instructional coaches across all school buildings and leads initiatives focused on teacher development, instructional improvement, and student achievement. She brings a strong background in teaching, leadership, curriculum support, and professional learning.

During her time in district leadership, Ms. Rainey has worked to strengthen instructional systems, expand professional learning opportunities, and build greater collaboration across schools and departments. She has helped strengthen instructional coaching structures across the district, supported the implementation of new programs, expanded partnerships with external organizations, and contributed to initiatives focused on literacy growth and instructional support.

Ms. Rainey will transition into the roles of Director of Curriculum and Instruction, Director of Student Information Systems, and Professional Learning Coordinator. In her new roles, she looks forward to continuing to strengthen curriculum and instructional systems, expand meaningful professional learning opportunities, improve data-informed decision making, and support innovative practices that positively impact both teachers and students across Turner County Schools.

Please join us in congratulating and welcoming Ms. Rainey to her new leadership role! 💙📚

05/26/2026

☀️📚 Keep reading all summer long with our TCES Summer Read-A-Thon! ☀️📚

☀️📚 Keep reading all summer long with our TCES Summer Read-A-Thon! Students are encouraged to choose books on their reading level, enjoy great stories, and track their reading throughout the summer!

Here’s how to participate:
📖 Read a book
📱 Scan the QR code or click this link to complete the form
📚 Submit one form for each book read
🎉 Earn prizes when school starts back in August!

The Summer Read-A-Thon runs from May 12th through July 31st. We encourage all students to do their best, be honest, have fun, and continue building strong reading habits all summer long!

Happy Reading! ✨📖