New Oconee Middle School Assistant Principal Named

Principal Judy Marable says Oconee County High School Engineering and Technology teacher Cameron Smith will fill the role.

New Principals at NOHS and OCMS Explain Roles, Philosophies

North Oconee High School and Oconee County Middle School both introduced new principals on Monday. Philip Brown, the new North Oconee principal, was formerly the principal at OCMS. His replacement, Judy Marable, was formerly an assistant principal at OCMS

Art Project Spotlights Earth Day

Oconee County Primary School art students used recycled cardboard, magazines and bottle caps to construct the piece currently on display on the art board at the school district central offices.

Students Honored for Achievements at State Level

The Oconee County Board of Education recognized students at a meeting on April 18.

Clean Audit for Oconee Schools

Randy Morrison, Assistant Superintendent of Financial Operations gave a report on Monday.

School District Personnel Announced

The Oconee County School Board approved personnel recommendations this week.

High Shoals Elementary Principal Selected

Billy Heaton takes the reigns next school year after current principal Tom Brown retires.

Leadership Changes to Take Effect This School Year

North Oconee County High School Principal Barry Lollis' last day will be April 29.

School Board Approves Personnel Recommendations

At a work session on Monday, the Board of Education also heard a presentation about technology projects to be funded by the renewal of an education local option sales tax, if approved by voters later this year.

State Superintendent Presents Malcom Bridge Elementary with Award

The school, chosen as a 2010 School of Excellence in the category of "Top 10 percent in Student Achievement," received a trophy from the state and a $1,000 check from Georgia Natural Gas.

Solar-powered Car Races Spice Up Science Class

Athens Academy seventh graders on Friday enjoyed the second annual "Sprint to the Sun" races using solar-powered cars they built earlier in the week.

OCMS Bands Fare Well at Performance Evaluation

The symphonic band earned straight superior marks in all categories and the concert band achieved all excellent marks at the Georgia Music Educators Association's district evaluation on March 24-25.

State Schools Superintendent to Visit Malcom Bridge Elementary

The school will be honored for its selection as a 2010 Georgia School of Excellence in “Top 10% in Student Achievement.”

Lions Club Donates Sensory "Den" to Malcom Bridge Elementary

The addition enables students with multiple disabilities to learn in engaging ways.

Local Sports Highlights

A recap of sports results in Oconee County.

Local Sports Highlights

A look at recent scores and results in high school sports in and around Oconee County between March 14 and March 20.

School Board Recognizes Students' Achievements

At the meeting of the Oconee County School Board Monday, members applauded STAR students and teachers and essay contest winners.

School Board to Approve ELOST Election Date

The Education Local Option Sales Tax is just one of several issues the Oconee County School Board will address at a regular meeting Monday evening.

Oconee's Matthews Still in Running for Patch Basketball Title

He's one game behind in the AAAAA race; there's still time for you to get into the action.

North Oconee High School Principal to Step Down After School Year

Barry Lollis has resigned effective June 30, Superintendent John Jackson announced Monday.

Chamber Recognizes Oconee STAR Students and Teachers

Students and teachers from area high schools were awarded Student Teacher Achievement Recognition at a special reception this week.

A North Oconee High School Student Has Died, School Officials Announce

Student Ruben Matias (Matt) Coscia died on Thursday, according to an e-mail update from the Oconee County schools.

School Board Seeks Help with 5-year Buildings Plan

According to Oconee schools' superintendent, the Georgia BOE is ready to send assistance.

Oconee School Board Keeps Close Eye on Budget

Although currently strong, budget projections in coming years are cause for concern.