📢Attention 7th Grade Parents📢
🐾 TCMS SPIRIT WEAR ON SALE - TOMORROW! ❤️💙
Show your Bulldog Pride with some TCMS spirit wear! Mrs. Dowell’s and Mrs. Tankersley's classes will be selling shirts Friday before school and during lunch at the front of the 8th Grade Hall.
👕 Shirts are $18 each!
A variety of sizes and colors are available, and shirts are currently on display in Mrs. Dowell’s window.
Designs & Colors:
🐾 Dog Conference – Red, Navy & Heather Red
🙌 TC Hallelujah – Red & Carolina Blue
✨ NEW: “She’s a Bulldog, I Can Tell” – Red, White or Gray
🍎 TCMS Teacher Shirt – Red or Navy (TCMS Staff Only)
Don’t see your size or preferred color? No problem! Orders can be placed for extended sizes and colors not currently in stock and should be ready in approximately 3–4 business days.
💵 Cash is preferred, or checks may be made payable to TCMS.
For questions or special orders, contact Mrs. Dowell at heidi.dowell@toombs.k12.ga.us.
Stop by Friday and grab some new TCMS gear! ❤️🐾💙
⏰ **REMINDER: Health Forms Due Soon!** 🩺🦷💉
If you would like your child to participate in either of the health opportunities being offered at TCMS, please remember to return the completed form to school **by September 1**.
🦷 **Help A Child Smile** – School-based dental care
💉 **School Flu Shot Program** – Flu vaccination at school
**Participation is completely optional**, and forms only need to be returned if you would like your child to participate.
Please check those backpacks and get completed forms turned in! ❤️💙🐾
If you would like your child to participate in either of the health opportunities being offered at TCMS, please remember to return the completed form to school **by September 1**.
🦷 **Help A Child Smile** – School-based dental care
💉 **School Flu Shot Program** – Flu vaccination at school
**Participation is completely optional**, and forms only need to be returned if you would like your child to participate.
Please check those backpacks and get completed forms turned in! ❤️💙🐾
📱 Stay Connected with Toombs County Schools!
Families can now communicate with teachers and receive important school updates through the Rooms feature in the Toombs County Schools Mobile App.
To make sure you have access to the latest version and all updated features, please check that your Toombs County Schools app is up-to-date. If you do not see the new Rooms features, you may need to delete the app and reinstall it from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store.
🔐 Logging in to Rooms for the first time?
Your initial Rooms login may require you to use the primary email address or cell phone number that is currently on file with your child’s school. Once the email or cell number is entered, you will receive a verification code by email or text to complete the login process.
If your email address or cell phone number needs to be updated, please email the info to tabatha.nobles@toombs.k12.ga.us. (include your child's name and school).
Once you’re connected, be sure to enable notifications so you don’t miss important messages and updates.
#ToombsCountySchools #StayConnected #BeADog #SHINE
Families can now communicate with teachers and receive important school updates through the Rooms feature in the Toombs County Schools Mobile App.
To make sure you have access to the latest version and all updated features, please check that your Toombs County Schools app is up-to-date. If you do not see the new Rooms features, you may need to delete the app and reinstall it from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store.
🔐 Logging in to Rooms for the first time?
Your initial Rooms login may require you to use the primary email address or cell phone number that is currently on file with your child’s school. Once the email or cell number is entered, you will receive a verification code by email or text to complete the login process.
If your email address or cell phone number needs to be updated, please email the info to tabatha.nobles@toombs.k12.ga.us. (include your child's name and school).
Once you’re connected, be sure to enable notifications so you don’t miss important messages and updates.
#ToombsCountySchools #StayConnected #BeADog #SHINE
🏈 TCMS FOOTBALL IS BACK! 🏈
The TCMS Bulldogs kick off the 2026 football season TOMORROW, August 20! ❤️💙🐾
📍 TCMS @ Metter
🕔 Kickoff: 5:00 PM
Come out and support our Bulldogs as they hit the field for the first game of the season! We’re ready for a great season of TCMS Football!
❤️💙 GO TCMS BULLDOGS! 🐾🏈
The TCMS Bulldogs kick off the 2026 football season TOMORROW, August 20! ❤️💙🐾
📍 TCMS @ Metter
🕔 Kickoff: 5:00 PM
Come out and support our Bulldogs as they hit the field for the first game of the season! We’re ready for a great season of TCMS Football!
❤️💙 GO TCMS BULLDOGS! 🐾🏈
🐾 RIVALRY WEEK IS HERE! 🐾
📅 August 24–28
It’s time to show your BULLDOG PRIDE! ❤️🐾 Join the fun by participating in our Rivalry Week Dress-Up Days all week long!
Come dressed up, show your school spirit, and help us cheer on our Bulldogs as they get ready to take on the Vidalia Indians! 🏈🔥
⚠️ IMPORTANT REMINDER: Students MUST be in DRESS CODE every day, including all Rivalry Week dress-up days. Please make sure your outfit follows all school dress code guidelines.
📣 Let’s fill the halls with Bulldog spirit and get fired up for a BULLDOG VICTORY!
❤️🐾 GO DAWGS!! 🐾❤️
📅 August 24–28
It’s time to show your BULLDOG PRIDE! ❤️🐾 Join the fun by participating in our Rivalry Week Dress-Up Days all week long!
Come dressed up, show your school spirit, and help us cheer on our Bulldogs as they get ready to take on the Vidalia Indians! 🏈🔥
⚠️ IMPORTANT REMINDER: Students MUST be in DRESS CODE every day, including all Rivalry Week dress-up days. Please make sure your outfit follows all school dress code guidelines.
📣 Let’s fill the halls with Bulldog spirit and get fired up for a BULLDOG VICTORY!
❤️🐾 GO DAWGS!! 🐾❤️
Lyons Main Street is excited to invite K–12 students to participate in the 2026 Pig Tales: This Little Piggy Wrote a Story Writing Competition - held in conjunction with The Real Squeal BBQ & Music Festival.
Contest Rules
● The PIG TALES Writing Competition is open to all students in grades
K-12 attending any public, private or home school in surrounding
Counties .
● Students are limited to one entry.
● Entries may be written for the purpose of this competition, or as part
of a school assignment.
● Entries must be written in English.
● Entries may be typed or handwritten, provided they are printed and
legible.
● Qualified entries shall be (a) either a short story, poem, or nonfiction
essay (one entry per person) (b) no longer than 750 words (c) written
solely by the entrant (d) not previously published (e) nor in conflict
with trademark, copyright, rights of privacy, rights of publicity or any
other rights, of any kind or nature, of any other person or entity; (f)
which does not include any language or other content that is
indecent or inappropriate as determined by the City of Lyons (g)
accompanied by a completed RELEASE AGREEMENT. Entries not
satisfying these criteria in any respect will be disqualified.
● E-mailed entries are allowed email them to
lyonsmainstreet@lyonsga.gov
● Submission must be written by you. AI-generated or AI-assisted
writing is not allowed.
● By entering this competition, winners agree to give the Lyons Main
Street the non- exclusive right to publish their entry, or any
modifications of their entry, in any form of publication.
Contest Rules
● The PIG TALES Writing Competition is open to all students in grades
K-12 attending any public, private or home school in surrounding
Counties .
● Students are limited to one entry.
● Entries may be written for the purpose of this competition, or as part
of a school assignment.
● Entries must be written in English.
● Entries may be typed or handwritten, provided they are printed and
legible.
● Qualified entries shall be (a) either a short story, poem, or nonfiction
essay (one entry per person) (b) no longer than 750 words (c) written
solely by the entrant (d) not previously published (e) nor in conflict
with trademark, copyright, rights of privacy, rights of publicity or any
other rights, of any kind or nature, of any other person or entity; (f)
which does not include any language or other content that is
indecent or inappropriate as determined by the City of Lyons (g)
accompanied by a completed RELEASE AGREEMENT. Entries not
satisfying these criteria in any respect will be disqualified.
● E-mailed entries are allowed email them to
lyonsmainstreet@lyonsga.gov
● Submission must be written by you. AI-generated or AI-assisted
writing is not allowed.
● By entering this competition, winners agree to give the Lyons Main
Street the non- exclusive right to publish their entry, or any
modifications of their entry, in any form of publication.
Fall Picture Day is coming up at TCMS!
📅 Wednesday, August 19
All students will have their picture taken for the 2026–2027 TCMS Yearbook, so come ready to smile!
📅 Wednesday, August 19
All students will have their picture taken for the 2026–2027 TCMS Yearbook, so come ready to smile!
🐾 TCMS SPIRIT WEAR ON SALE! ❤️💙
Show your Bulldog Pride with some TCMS spirit wear! Mrs. Dowell’s and Mrs. Tankersley's classes will be selling shirts Friday before school and during lunch at the front of the 8th Grade Hall.
👕 Shirts are $18 each!
A variety of sizes and colors are available, and shirts are currently on display in Mrs. Dowell’s window.
Designs & Colors:
🐾 Dog Conference – Red, Navy & Heather Red
🙌 TC Hallelujah – Red & Carolina Blue
✨ NEW: “She’s a Bulldog, I Can Tell” – Red, White or Gray
🍎 TCMS Teacher Shirt – Red or Navy (TCMS Staff Only)
Don’t see your size or preferred color? No problem! Orders can be placed for extended sizes and colors not currently in stock and should be ready in approximately 3–4 business days.
💵 Cash is preferred, or checks may be made payable to TCMS.
For questions or special orders, contact Mrs. Dowell at heidi.dowell@toombs.k12.ga.us.
Stop by Friday and grab some new TCMS gear! ❤️🐾💙
Show your Bulldog Pride with some TCMS spirit wear! Mrs. Dowell’s and Mrs. Tankersley's classes will be selling shirts Friday before school and during lunch at the front of the 8th Grade Hall.
👕 Shirts are $18 each!
A variety of sizes and colors are available, and shirts are currently on display in Mrs. Dowell’s window.
Designs & Colors:
🐾 Dog Conference – Red, Navy & Heather Red
🙌 TC Hallelujah – Red & Carolina Blue
✨ NEW: “She’s a Bulldog, I Can Tell” – Red, White or Gray
🍎 TCMS Teacher Shirt – Red or Navy (TCMS Staff Only)
Don’t see your size or preferred color? No problem! Orders can be placed for extended sizes and colors not currently in stock and should be ready in approximately 3–4 business days.
💵 Cash is preferred, or checks may be made payable to TCMS.
For questions or special orders, contact Mrs. Dowell at heidi.dowell@toombs.k12.ga.us.
Stop by Friday and grab some new TCMS gear! ❤️🐾💙
TOOMBS COUNTY COMMUNITY TAILGATE:
Come celebrate what makes Toombs County special - our people, our community, and our Bulldog pride!
📅 September 18, 2026
⏰ 4:30–6:30 PM
📍 Toombs County Courthouse
🎟️ FREE Admission
Be sure to eat and shop local while you're in town, then come enjoy the tailgate with your Toombs County community! We'll end the evening cheering on the Toombs County Bulldogs at The Pit!
Want to be part of the fun? Local businesses, clubs, and organizations are invited to set up a booth and showcase their Bulldog pride! Email tabatha.nobles@toombs.k12.ga.us to sign up.
❤️💙 Where community comes together and Bulldog pride shines! 🐾
#BeADog #ToombsCountySchools #SHINE #CommunityTailgate
Come celebrate what makes Toombs County special - our people, our community, and our Bulldog pride!
📅 September 18, 2026
⏰ 4:30–6:30 PM
📍 Toombs County Courthouse
🎟️ FREE Admission
Be sure to eat and shop local while you're in town, then come enjoy the tailgate with your Toombs County community! We'll end the evening cheering on the Toombs County Bulldogs at The Pit!
Want to be part of the fun? Local businesses, clubs, and organizations are invited to set up a booth and showcase their Bulldog pride! Email tabatha.nobles@toombs.k12.ga.us to sign up.
❤️💙 Where community comes together and Bulldog pride shines! 🐾
#BeADog #ToombsCountySchools #SHINE #CommunityTailgate
Toombs County Kinship Caregivers:
Are you a grandparent, relative, or other caregiver raising a child? The Toombs County Kinship Caregiver Support Group is a place to connect with others, share experiences, find support, and build community.
🍽️ Dinner and childcare are provided!
📅 Next meeting is Thursday, August 20
⏰ 6:00–7:30 PM
📍 125 Church St., Suite 104, Vidalia
Check out the graphic for upcoming dates and RSVP information.
Are you a grandparent, relative, or other caregiver raising a child? The Toombs County Kinship Caregiver Support Group is a place to connect with others, share experiences, find support, and build community.
🍽️ Dinner and childcare are provided!
📅 Next meeting is Thursday, August 20
⏰ 6:00–7:30 PM
📍 125 Church St., Suite 104, Vidalia
Check out the graphic for upcoming dates and RSVP information.
🐾 **TCMS STUDENT & ATHLETE OF THE WEEK!** 🐾
Help us congratulate this week’s outstanding Bulldogs! ❤️💙
🌟 **TCMS Student of the Week: Braxston Henry**
Recognized for his **positive attitude, hard work, and commitment to being a DAWG every day!** Way to represent TCMS, Braxston!
🏆 **TCMS Athlete of the Week: Jahyri Jones**
Recognized for his **dedication, teamwork, leadership, and for representing TCMS with pride on and off the field!** Great job, Jahyri!
👏 We are proud of both of these Bulldogs for setting a great example and showing what it means to be a **TCMS DAWG!**
❤️💙 **Congratulations, Braxston and Jahyri!** 🐾
Help us congratulate this week’s outstanding Bulldogs! ❤️💙
🌟 **TCMS Student of the Week: Braxston Henry**
Recognized for his **positive attitude, hard work, and commitment to being a DAWG every day!** Way to represent TCMS, Braxston!
🏆 **TCMS Athlete of the Week: Jahyri Jones**
Recognized for his **dedication, teamwork, leadership, and for representing TCMS with pride on and off the field!** Great job, Jahyri!
👏 We are proud of both of these Bulldogs for setting a great example and showing what it means to be a **TCMS DAWG!**
❤️💙 **Congratulations, Braxston and Jahyri!** 🐾
Fall Picture Day is coming up at TCMS!
📅 Wednesday, August 19
All students will have their picture taken for the 2026–2027 TCMS Yearbook, so come ready to smile!
📅 Wednesday, August 19
All students will have their picture taken for the 2026–2027 TCMS Yearbook, so come ready to smile!
🚨 TCMS FAMILIES — IMPORTANT MORNING DROP-OFF CHANGE! 🚨
Beginning Monday, August 17, TCMS will begin a NEW Morning Drop-Off Procedure to help improve traffic flow and reduce vehicles backing up on Bulldog Road.
🚗 If you drop off a student in the morning, please take a few minutes to review the NEW traffic flow map below before Monday.
We know any change takes a little time to get used to, so we appreciate everyone’s patience, cooperation, and attention to the new traffic pattern as we work to make morning arrival safer and more efficient for everyone.
⚠️ IMPORTANT: This change is for MORNING DROP-OFF ONLY. There are NO CHANGES to the afternoon car rider pick-up procedure.
Please share this information with anyone who may be responsible for dropping off your student in the mornings.
Beginning Monday, August 17, TCMS will begin a NEW Morning Drop-Off Procedure to help improve traffic flow and reduce vehicles backing up on Bulldog Road.
🚗 If you drop off a student in the morning, please take a few minutes to review the NEW traffic flow map below before Monday.
We know any change takes a little time to get used to, so we appreciate everyone’s patience, cooperation, and attention to the new traffic pattern as we work to make morning arrival safer and more efficient for everyone.
⚠️ IMPORTANT: This change is for MORNING DROP-OFF ONLY. There are NO CHANGES to the afternoon car rider pick-up procedure.
Please share this information with anyone who may be responsible for dropping off your student in the mornings.
🩺 **Health Opportunities Available for TCMS Students!** 🦷💉
Be on the lookout for **two health forms being sent home with students** from our school nurse:
🦷 **Help A Child Smile** – School-based dental care
💉 **School Flu Shot Program** – Optional flu vaccination at school
**Participation in both programs is completely optional.** Forms only need to be completed and returned **if you would like your child to participate.**
📅 If participating, please complete the appropriate form and return it to school **by Monday, September 1.**
Please check with your student for these forms and review the information provided to decide if either opportunity is right for your family.
Be on the lookout for **two health forms being sent home with students** from our school nurse:
🦷 **Help A Child Smile** – School-based dental care
💉 **School Flu Shot Program** – Optional flu vaccination at school
**Participation in both programs is completely optional.** Forms only need to be completed and returned **if you would like your child to participate.**
📅 If participating, please complete the appropriate form and return it to school **by Monday, September 1.**
Please check with your student for these forms and review the information provided to decide if either opportunity is right for your family.
🏃♀️🏃♂️ TCMS Cross Country is ready to run! ❤️💙
The 2026 Toombs County Cross Country schedule is here, and our Bulldogs are getting ready to hit the course! We’re excited to cheer on our TCMS runners as they compete throughout the season.
📅 First meet: Saturday, August 15
📍 Peach State Preview – Hazlehurst
⏰ 8:00 AM
Good luck to all of our Bulldog runners as they put in the miles, push themselves, and represent Toombs County! 💪🐾
Run hard. Run together. Be A Dog! ❤️💙🐾
The 2026 Toombs County Cross Country schedule is here, and our Bulldogs are getting ready to hit the course! We’re excited to cheer on our TCMS runners as they compete throughout the season.
📅 First meet: Saturday, August 15
📍 Peach State Preview – Hazlehurst
⏰ 8:00 AM
Good luck to all of our Bulldog runners as they put in the miles, push themselves, and represent Toombs County! 💪🐾
Run hard. Run together. Be A Dog! ❤️💙🐾
📣 NEED HELP WITH PARENT PORTAL?
We know some families are having difficulty getting signed in or setting up their Parent Portal account. We’re here to help!
🔐 Already have a Parent Portal account, but don’t know your password?
Step 1: Please email Brittany Wiggins at brittany.wiggins@toombs.k12.ga.us for assistance.
Step 2: Log in and complete your child’s “Census Verification 2026–2027.” https://campus.toombs.k12.ga.us/campus/portal/parents/toombs.jsp (Only complete the section marked “REQUIRED.”)
🆕 Need to create a Parent Portal account for the first time?
Step 1: Please email the student information person at your child’s school to obtain your child’s Student Number:
🏫 Lyons Primary School (LPS)
Jessica McVey — jessica.mcvey@toombs.k12.ga.us
🏫 Lyons Upper Elementary School (LUES)
Tara Collins — tara.collins@toombs.k12.ga.us
🏫 Toombs Central Elementary School (TCES)
Ivone Palacios — Ivone.Palacios@toombs.k12.ga.us
🏫 Toombs County Middle School (TCMS)
Summer Copeland — summer.copeland@toombs.k12.ga.us
🏫 Toombs County High School (TCHS)
Lakayla McNear — lakayla.mcnear@toombs.k12.ga.us
Step 2: Use the link below to create your parent portal account.
https://campus.toombs.k12.ga.us/campus/K12_Custom/cParent/index.jsp?appName=toombs
We want every family to be able to access the information they need. Please reach out if you need assistance getting connected!
🚨 The TCMS School Store is NOW OPEN! 🐾🛍️
Forgot a pencil? Need a notebook, earbuds, or other supplies for class? Stop by the TCMS School Store to pick up the school supplies you need to be prepared and ready for the day!
⏰ Open EVERY morning from 7:35–7:55!
🐾 Be a Dawg. Be Prepared. Be Ready. ❤️💙
Forgot a pencil? Need a notebook, earbuds, or other supplies for class? Stop by the TCMS School Store to pick up the school supplies you need to be prepared and ready for the day!
⏰ Open EVERY morning from 7:35–7:55!
🐾 Be a Dawg. Be Prepared. Be Ready. ❤️💙
📚 Testing begins tomorrow at TCMS! ✏️
Our students will be participating in i-Ready Diagnostic and Benchmark Testing Wednesday–Friday. Please help your student come to school ready to do their best!
Thank you, TCMS families, for helping our students start the year strong and show what they know! ❤️💙🐾
Our students will be participating in i-Ready Diagnostic and Benchmark Testing Wednesday–Friday. Please help your student come to school ready to do their best!
Thank you, TCMS families, for helping our students start the year strong and show what they know! ❤️💙🐾
🚗 ATTENTION: AFTERNOON CAR RIDER FAMILIES 🚗
We need your help keeping our afternoon car rider line moving smoothly!
🔴 Please pull up to the cone FIRST.
🔵 THEN merge into one lane.
Using both lanes all the way to the cone helps us keep traffic moving, make room for more vehicles to load, and get our students safely and quickly on their way home.
❤️💙 Thank you for your help, patience, and cooperation!
We need your help keeping our afternoon car rider line moving smoothly!
🔴 Please pull up to the cone FIRST.
🔵 THEN merge into one lane.
Using both lanes all the way to the cone helps us keep traffic moving, make room for more vehicles to load, and get our students safely and quickly on their way home.
❤️💙 Thank you for your help, patience, and cooperation!
