Get ready to discover new books, favorite characters, and exciting adventures! Our Scholastic Book Fair will be here October 15â23, giving our Blue Ridge Jaguars the chance to find books theyâll be excited to read.
Even better, every purchase helps support our school and puts more books and resources into the hands of our students!
đ SAVE THE DATE: October 15â23
Start exploring the books that will be available by visiting our Book Fair page:
https://www.scholastic.com/bf/blueridgeelementaryschool1
Even better, every purchase helps support our school and puts more books and resources into the hands of our students!
đ SAVE THE DATE: October 15â23
Start exploring the books that will be available by visiting our Book Fair page:
https://www.scholastic.com/bf/blueridgeelementaryschool1
Our kindergarten students had some very special visitors today! We were excited to welcome firefighters, police officers, and a mail carrier who came to talk with our students about the important jobs they do in our community.
Our students learned how these community helpers keep us safe, help others, and serve our community every day. The fun didnât stop thereâthey also got the chance to explore their vehicles and even go inside!
A HUGE thank you to our wonderful community helpers for taking the time to visit Blue Ridge and make learning so much fun! We appreciate all that you do for our students and our community!
Our students learned how these community helpers keep us safe, help others, and serve our community every day. The fun didnât stop thereâthey also got the chance to explore their vehicles and even go inside!
A HUGE thank you to our wonderful community helpers for taking the time to visit Blue Ridge and make learning so much fun! We appreciate all that you do for our students and our community!
BLUE RIDGE SOCCER TRYOUTS!
Calling all Jaguars in 3rdâ5th grade!
Soccer tryouts will be held on Wednesday, August 26, 2026, from 3:30â5:15 PM.
Come show us your skills, teamwork, and Jaguar spirit! We canât wait to see you on the field!
Grades 3rdâ5th are eligible to try out.
Good luck, Jaguars!
Calling all Jaguars in 3rdâ5th grade!
Soccer tryouts will be held on Wednesday, August 26, 2026, from 3:30â5:15 PM.
Come show us your skills, teamwork, and Jaguar spirit! We canât wait to see you on the field!
Grades 3rdâ5th are eligible to try out.
Good luck, Jaguars!
đ We are so proud to celebrate Ms. Sarah OâNeill! đ
Ms. OâNeill, a dedicated 3rd grade teacher here at Blue Ridge Elementary, has been named one of the finalists for the Tom Jones Educator of the Year Award!
What makes this recognition especially meaningful is that nominees can be submitted by anyone in Dalton Public Schools or throughout our community, giving students, families, colleagues, and community members the opportunity to recognize educators who are making a lasting impact.
Ms. OâNeill represents the heart of what it means to be an outstanding educator. Her dedication to her students, her commitment to their success, and the care she shows each day make her such a valued member of our Blue Ridge family. We are incredibly proud to see her recognized for the difference she makes in the lives of our students!
We also want to celebrate all of this yearâs outstanding nominees and finalists! Each one represents the incredible talent, heart, and dedication of educators throughout Dalton Public Schools.
The Tom Jones Educator of the Year will be announced this Friday, August 21, during halftime of the Dalton High School football game.
Join us in cheering on Ms. OâNeill and celebrating all of the amazing educators being recognized for the difference they make every day!
Weâre so proud of you, Ms. OâNeill! Good luck!
Ms. OâNeill, a dedicated 3rd grade teacher here at Blue Ridge Elementary, has been named one of the finalists for the Tom Jones Educator of the Year Award!
What makes this recognition especially meaningful is that nominees can be submitted by anyone in Dalton Public Schools or throughout our community, giving students, families, colleagues, and community members the opportunity to recognize educators who are making a lasting impact.
Ms. OâNeill represents the heart of what it means to be an outstanding educator. Her dedication to her students, her commitment to their success, and the care she shows each day make her such a valued member of our Blue Ridge family. We are incredibly proud to see her recognized for the difference she makes in the lives of our students!
We also want to celebrate all of this yearâs outstanding nominees and finalists! Each one represents the incredible talent, heart, and dedication of educators throughout Dalton Public Schools.
The Tom Jones Educator of the Year will be announced this Friday, August 21, during halftime of the Dalton High School football game.
Join us in cheering on Ms. OâNeill and celebrating all of the amazing educators being recognized for the difference they make every day!
Weâre so proud of you, Ms. OâNeill! Good luck!
Family Lunch Visitors
Parents and Families,
Beginning Tuesday, September 8, we will begin allowing visitors to eat lunch with their students.
Students have 30 minutes for lunch. Our cafeteria has recently been renovated, so family lunches will now be held on the stage. To help with seating and scheduling, visitors will be assigned specific days based on their child's grade level.
Family Lunch Visitor Schedule
Monday: Pre-K & 5th Grade
Tuesday: 4th Grade
Wednesday: 3rd Grade
Thursday: 2nd Grade & Kindergarten
Friday: 1st Grade
Please note that siblings in other classes will not be pulled from their classrooms to join family lunches.
When visiting for lunch, all visitors must check in at the front office before going to the cafeteria.
We look forward to welcoming our families back for lunch!
THE SNACK CART IS BACK!
One of the highlights of Friday afternoons at Blue Ridge is back! Our Snack Cart will officially start rolling again on Friday, August 14!
Students who would like to purchase a snack on Friday afternoons should remember to bring money.
Weâre excited to bring back this Friday favorite!
See you at the Snack Cart!
One of the highlights of Friday afternoons at Blue Ridge is back! Our Snack Cart will officially start rolling again on Friday, August 14!
Students who would like to purchase a snack on Friday afternoons should remember to bring money.
Weâre excited to bring back this Friday favorite!
See you at the Snack Cart!
đŚ Ice Cream Sales Begin Wednesday!
We will begin selling ice cream to students Wednesday, August 12th!
Students who would like to purchase ice cream must buy an ice cream ticket in the mornings outside of the media center. No money will be accepted for ice cream during lunch in the cafeteria.
Please see the attached flyer for your childâs assigned ice cream day based on grade level.
Thank you for helping us make ice cream sales run smoothly!
We will begin selling ice cream to students Wednesday, August 12th!
Students who would like to purchase ice cream must buy an ice cream ticket in the mornings outside of the media center. No money will be accepted for ice cream during lunch in the cafeteria.
Please see the attached flyer for your childâs assigned ice cream day based on grade level.
Thank you for helping us make ice cream sales run smoothly!
Future Tigers, Hammond Creek Middle School canât wait to meet you!
Join Hammond Creek Middle School for an additional Parent Information Session at our school! đ
Learn about: academics & expectations, meet the administrators, discover clubs, athletics & opportunities, get all your questions answered.
đ Blue Ridge School Cafeteria
đ May 21, 2026
â° 5:30 PM
Join Hammond Creek Middle School for an additional Parent Information Session at our school! đ
Learn about: academics & expectations, meet the administrators, discover clubs, athletics & opportunities, get all your questions answered.
đ Blue Ridge School Cafeteria
đ May 21, 2026
â° 5:30 PM
The Talent Show will be here before you know itâmark your calendars for May 21st!
⨠Tryouts will be held THIS FRIDAY, April 24th during specials.
We canât wait to see all the amazing talent our students have to share!
⨠Tryouts will be held THIS FRIDAY, April 24th during specials.
We canât wait to see all the amazing talent our students have to share!
Parents, as we prepare for Georgia Milestones Testing beginning April 27, 2026, and the many end-of-year events taking place throughout May, we will no longer be allowing parents to come eat lunch with their students.
The final week to join your child for lunch will be the week of April 20th.
Thank you for your understanding and cooperation as we work to ensure a smooth and successful end to the school year.
â Ms. Rodriguez
The final week to join your child for lunch will be the week of April 20th.
Thank you for your understanding and cooperation as we work to ensure a smooth and successful end to the school year.
â Ms. Rodriguez
Upcoming middle school sports tryouts are quickly approachingâdonât miss out!
This is a great opportunity for students to get involved, build teamwork skills, and represent their school next year. Be sure to check dates, requirements, and make sure all forms are completed ahead of time.
This is a great opportunity for students to get involved, build teamwork skills, and represent their school next year. Be sure to check dates, requirements, and make sure all forms are completed ahead of time.
Teacher Appreciation Week is May 4â8, and we are excited to celebrate and honor our amazing teachers! We look forward to showering them with gifts and showing our appreciation for all they do for our students each day. Please see the attached flyer for themed gift days and ways to participate.
đ˘ GMAS Parent Meeting
Join us on Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at 4:00 PM in the Media Center!
Parents of 3rdâ5th grade students: we will go over what to expect, how you can support your child, and answer any questions you may have.
We hope to see you there!
Join us on Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at 4:00 PM in the Media Center!
Parents of 3rdâ5th grade students: we will go over what to expect, how you can support your child, and answer any questions you may have.
We hope to see you there!
đŚ Community Food Distribution â Dalton, GA đ
Join us this Saturday, March 28, 2026, for a free community food distribution!
Eligible Georgia residents will receive two boxes and a bag of pantry staples, including fresh produce, meat, and more.
đ Location: Dalton First United Methodist Church
đ Date: Saturday, March 28, 2026
Come out and take advantage of this wonderful opportunity to support your family with essential groceries. Please share with anyone who may benefit!
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đŚ DistribuciĂłn Comunitaria de Alimentos â Dalton, GA đ
ÂĄAcompĂĄĂąenos este sĂĄbado 28 de marzo de 2026 para una distribuciĂłn gratuita de alimentos!
Los residentes elegibles de Georgia recibirĂĄn dos cajas y una bolsa con productos bĂĄsicos, incluyendo frutas y verduras frescas, carne y mĂĄs.
đ Lugar: Dalton First United Methodist Church
đ Fecha: SĂĄbado, 28 de marzo de 2026
Venga y aproveche esta gran oportunidad para apoyar a su familia con alimentos esenciales. ÂĄPor favor comparta esta informaciĂłn con quien la necesite!
Join us this Saturday, March 28, 2026, for a free community food distribution!
Eligible Georgia residents will receive two boxes and a bag of pantry staples, including fresh produce, meat, and more.
đ Location: Dalton First United Methodist Church
đ Date: Saturday, March 28, 2026
Come out and take advantage of this wonderful opportunity to support your family with essential groceries. Please share with anyone who may benefit!
______________________________________________________________________________________
đŚ DistribuciĂłn Comunitaria de Alimentos â Dalton, GA đ
ÂĄAcompĂĄĂąenos este sĂĄbado 28 de marzo de 2026 para una distribuciĂłn gratuita de alimentos!
Los residentes elegibles de Georgia recibirĂĄn dos cajas y una bolsa con productos bĂĄsicos, incluyendo frutas y verduras frescas, carne y mĂĄs.
đ Lugar: Dalton First United Methodist Church
đ Fecha: SĂĄbado, 28 de marzo de 2026
Venga y aproveche esta gran oportunidad para apoyar a su familia con alimentos esenciales. ÂĄPor favor comparta esta informaciĂłn con quien la necesite!
Mark your calendars!
Join us for our annual Blue Ridge Science Night TOMORROW, Thursday, March 19 from 5:00â6:30 PM! Families will enjoy exciting hands-on science activities from the Creative Discovery Museum, concessions, and a chance to win a family 4-pack of tickets to the museum. Also, the Scholastic Book Fair will be in the media center!
Bring the whole family and come explore, experiment, and have fun together. You wonât want to miss all the excitement!
Join us for our annual Blue Ridge Science Night TOMORROW, Thursday, March 19 from 5:00â6:30 PM! Families will enjoy exciting hands-on science activities from the Creative Discovery Museum, concessions, and a chance to win a family 4-pack of tickets to the museum. Also, the Scholastic Book Fair will be in the media center!
Bring the whole family and come explore, experiment, and have fun together. You wonât want to miss all the excitement!
Don't forget that this Friday, we will be celebrating World Down Syndrome Day! This special day is recognized around the world on March 21 to raise awareness and celebrate people with Down syndrome.
Down syndrome is a genetic condition where a person has an extra copy of chromosome 21. Thatâs why the date 3/21 was chosen!
To celebrate, we will be joining the âLots of Socksâ tradition. Socks are worn because chromosomes look a little like socks, and wearing fun, colorful, or crazy socks is a great way to start conversations and show support.
So this Friday, donât forget to wear your craziest, most colorful socks to school!
Letâs celebrate inclusion, kindness, and what makes each of us unique, and make sure to share your crazy sock photos with Mrs. Collins at anna.collins@dalton.k12.ga.us
Down syndrome is a genetic condition where a person has an extra copy of chromosome 21. Thatâs why the date 3/21 was chosen!
To celebrate, we will be joining the âLots of Socksâ tradition. Socks are worn because chromosomes look a little like socks, and wearing fun, colorful, or crazy socks is a great way to start conversations and show support.
So this Friday, donât forget to wear your craziest, most colorful socks to school!
Letâs celebrate inclusion, kindness, and what makes each of us unique, and make sure to share your crazy sock photos with Mrs. Collins at anna.collins@dalton.k12.ga.us
The Elementary Championship Cup is happening TOMORROW from 4:15 PM â 8:30 PM!
Come out and cheer on our Jaguars as they compete for the championship. We hope to see you there!
Come out and cheer on our Jaguars as they compete for the championship. We hope to see you there!
Reminder that Friday, March 13, 2026 will be an early release day. Elementary students will be dismissed at 12:15 pm.
Celebrate World Down Syndrome Day â Friday, March 20!
World Down Syndrome Day is observed globally on March 21 (3/21) to represent Trisomy 21, the genetic condition that causes Down Syndrome (3 copies of the 21st chromosome). Since the date falls on a Saturday this year, let's celebrate on Friday, March 20 with the âLots of Socksâ tradition!
Students and staff are encouraged to wear bright, colorful, or mismatched socks to celebrate differences and support individuals with Down Syndrome. Socks symbolize chromosomes, and the extra chromosome in Trisomy 21 is represented by fun or mismatched socksâsparking conversations and raising awareness.
Celebrating promotes inclusion, understanding, and appreciation for the uniqueness of all students. So help us celebrate and make sure to share your crazy sock photos with Mrs. Collins at anna.collins@dalton.k12.ga.us
World Down Syndrome Day is observed globally on March 21 (3/21) to represent Trisomy 21, the genetic condition that causes Down Syndrome (3 copies of the 21st chromosome). Since the date falls on a Saturday this year, let's celebrate on Friday, March 20 with the âLots of Socksâ tradition!
Students and staff are encouraged to wear bright, colorful, or mismatched socks to celebrate differences and support individuals with Down Syndrome. Socks symbolize chromosomes, and the extra chromosome in Trisomy 21 is represented by fun or mismatched socksâsparking conversations and raising awareness.
Celebrating promotes inclusion, understanding, and appreciation for the uniqueness of all students. So help us celebrate and make sure to share your crazy sock photos with Mrs. Collins at anna.collins@dalton.k12.ga.us
Reminder: Monday, March 16, 2026 will be a Virtual Learning Day.