Forsyth Schools schedule virtual learning days Thursday and Friday
News January 4, 2022
FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. – Forsyth County schools will hold virtual learning days for all students on Thursday Jan. 6 and Friday Jan. 7 to help school system’s ability to staff schools and transport students.
If it is determined there is adequate staff coverage, schools will resume face-to-face instruction on Monday, Jan. 10. A final decision for Monday will be made by the close of business on Friday, Jan. 7.
All staff reported to work today,( Jan. 4) . Staff and students who have tested positive for COVID or were symptomatic on Friday, Dec. 31 to present, need to contact their school or supervisor no later than the close of business on Wednesday, Jan. 5.
By the close of business on Tuesday, Jan. 4, schools will post details for Thursday and Friday virtual learning and other operations, such as mid-term makeups and athletics/activities, on their school websites. Learning will be asynchronous. Students may pick up devices at their schools on Wednesday, Jan. 5.
Some parents/guardians have selected virtual instruction for their children this semester. Because staff and student schedules were created based on face-to-face and virtual enrollment, these selections may not be changed.
When face-to-face instruction resumes, Forsyth County Schools will be reverting to the same operational procedures from August.
- Symptomatic individuals must stay home
- Masks are strongly recommended
- Only essential visitors are permitted.
All students are encouraged to social distance when feasible, wash hands often, cover up coughs and sneezes, and keep work areas clean.
Schools, county government will operate on 2-hour delay today
News, Press Release February 16, 2021
FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. Forsyth County schools and government will operate on a 2-hour delay today (Feb. 16).
Back the Blue Softball Tourney Raises $60,000
News, Press Release October 6, 2020
PRESS RELEASE
CUMMING, Ga. — Mayor Troy Brumbalow is passionate about many thing. On Sept. 26, he got to combine two of his biggest loves: softball and supporting our community’s first responders.
In partnership with the Forsyth County Sheriff’s Office, Fire Department, School System and County government, Mayor Brumbalow presented the first Back the Blue Softball Tournament, which is planned to be held annually. During this free community event, the five entities battled each other through several rounds of softball all to raise money for B.A.D.G.E. of Forsyth, a non-profit that provides support to employees of Forsyth County’s service organizations.
The event got started with opening ceremonies featuring the Sheriff & Fire Department Honor Guard, as well as an opening pitch by Cumming’s “honorary mayor,” 11-year-old Charlie Westbrook. Several rounds of play were held, and when the dust settled the City of Cumming and Forsyth County Schools teams battled it out for top honors during the championship game. The mayor’s team was the ultimate victor in the final round, and the City of Cumming will get to keep the coveted Back the Blue trophy until next year’s tournament.
While the mayor’s team won this year’s trophy, the ultimate Back the Blue winner was B.A.D.G.E. of Forsyth. Thanks to generous donations from many businesses and individuals, the Back the Blue event was able to raise $60,000 for the organization, which has a mission of “giving back to employees of the Forsyth County Service Organizations that serve and protect us. To restore confidence, hope and peace of mind through financial and other support when unforeseen or unwelcome circumstances enter their lives.”
Sponsors included: Beltan Properties; Dwell Design Studio, LLC; Vertical Earth, Inc; Engineering 303, LLC; Lamar Wakefield; Civil Engineering Consultants, Inc; Banks, Stubbs & McFarland, LLP; Beaver Toyota; Lance Jefferys/Crumbl Cookies; My Mercedes Place, Inc; A&L Quick Stop; Rhoads Group, Inc; Bryan Properties; Reid & Reid; Lanier Tire & Wheel; Foresite Group; Billy Howell Ford; Forsyth County Commissioner Molly Cooper; and B&B Awards, which donated the tournament trophy and plaques.
The City of Cumming would like to thank all the sponsors of Back the Blue, as well as all the tournament team members and everyone who came out to cheer on their favorite teams!
Cumming Aquatic Center to remain open through Aug. 12
News, Press Release July 31, 2020CUMMING, Ga. — Due to Forsyth County Schools pushing the opening of the 2020-21 school year to Aug. 13, the Cumming Aquatic Center has extended the week days in which the outdoor leisure pool will be open. The outdoor facility will remain open through Aug. 12 as follows: On Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday for two sessions – 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. and 2:30 p.m. to 6 p.m.; On Wednesday for one session – 2:30-6 p.m.
Additionally, the outdoor pool will offer special home school days from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Aug. 13, 18, 28 and Sept. 2. Click here for the full schedule.
A Parent’s Night Out event has been added to the schedule on Aug. 21 from 6-10 p.m. Drop the kids off to enjoy four hours of pool time complete with games and dinner. Cost is $18/child and is open to ages 5 to 13. Space is limited so register today!
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