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education DAHLONEGA

I T’S P U R E G O L D

Lumpkin County’s
future leaders are
being trained
right now in a
comprehensive educational
system that encompasses
every level from
pre-kindergarten to
post-doctoral work.

education The diligence of schools, Lumpkin County Middle School
in dahlonega teachers, parents, and students is
evident as students consistently information, call (706) 864-3611 or
The long-term success of any special education, English to achieve higher than the state visit www.lumpkin.k12.ga.us.
community rests on the shoulders Speakers of Other Languages, average on standardized tests. Lumpkin County Schools
of its littlest residents – its children. Early Intervention, ACE (Academic The system’s graduation rate is also strive to include the entire
Lumpkin County students receive Connections Enrichment), and 90.8 percent, and 62 percent of community in its activities. One
an exceptional education from Parents as Teachers. Lumpkin graduates continue their learning aspect of this outreach is the
the county’s public and private County High School offers a strong beyond high school. Golden Pass, which provides
institutions, and they graduate with JROTC program, which ranks in By law, children must be 5 years free entry to almost any school-
the knowledge and skills necessary the top 5 percent in the nation. old on or before September 1 to sponsored activity for residents
for a lifetime of personal and Lumpkin County Middle School enter kindergarten, and 6 years old over age 65. Lumpkin County
professional achievement. also offers a JROTC program, one on or before September 1 to enter seniors enjoy home games of
of the first five middle school the first grade. Documents required football, baseball, soccer, tennis,
JROTC programs in the nation. to register include a certified birth track and softball, as well as drama
Lumpkin County More than 70 percent of certificate; immunization records presentations, band concerts,
Board of Education teachers and administrators in the on Georgia state forms; vision, and more. Pass applications are
Lumpkin County School System hearing, and dental screening available at Lumpkin County High
Through highly qualified and hold advanced degrees, and the records; a Social Security card; School, or call (706) 864-3611.
dynamic educators, innovative average amount of service among proof of residency in the school • Lumpkin County
technology, inviting facilities, LCSS faculty is more than 17 years. attendance zone; and the previous Board of Education
and high expectations, Lumpkin year’s report card if transferring 56 Indian Dr.
County School System is able from another school. For more Dahlonega, GA 30533
to tailor instruction to meet the (706) 864-3611
learning needs of each student. lumpkincounty.schoolinsites.com
The school system consists of
three elementary schools, one
middle school and one high
school. Lumpkin County High
School offers several Advanced
Placement courses for college-
bound students. For students who
may require additional assistance,
tutoring and enrichment services
are available at each school.
Other programs available
include gifted, vocational labs,
21st Century Community Learning
Center After School Program
at LCMS, alternative programs,

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