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Banks County Middle School has released its February newsletter, “A Minute at the Middle,” featuring key academic updates, important dates, and ways families can stay connected.

As we are facing the potential for inclement weather, we would like to take this opportunity to share our inclement weather plan as a reminder and clarification of procedures in the event they need to be used in the coming days. Please know we are continually monitoring conditions with state and local officials. If we are experiencing inclement weather, a determination and notification regarding school on Monday will be sent out on Sunday evening.

Banks County Schools has named Chuck Butler as the new principal of Banks County Middle School after seven years of service at BCMS as an assistant principal.

At the January Board of Education meeting, we recognized students for outstanding achievement, including top Georgia Milestones scorers and spelling bee winners from Banks County Elementary School and Banks County Middle School. District spelling bee winners were Jackson Chapman, District Winner, and Parker Grogan, System Runner-Up.

Be sure to stay connected during the month of January by checking out our newsletter. Expect More. Achieve More. Be More!

Banks County Schools recently recognized a new class of REACH Scholars during a special awards and commitment ceremony, celebrating students and their families for earning one of the district’s most prestigious scholarship honors. During the event, students were recognized alongside their loved ones, took part in a formal pledge, and enjoyed refreshments and a reception following the ceremony.

Earlier this week, district leaders recognized Banks County Middle School for an outstanding 2024–2025 school year, including multiple academic awards tied to strong GMAS performance, CCRPI growth, RESA rankings, and PBIS operational-level recognition.

Join us for our Christmas Concert featuring the BCHS Symphonic Band, the Percussion Ensemble, and the BCMS Concert Band. Concert begins at 6:00 at the BCHS Auditorium.

Mrs. Nancy Bentley, retired Special Education Director for Banks County Schools, has been honored as the 2025 Pioneer in Education.

Banks County Schools has released the 2026 meeting schedule for the Banks County Board of Education. Work sessions will begin at 5:30 p.m., followed by regular board meetings at 7:00 p.m. on scheduled dates throughout the year.