Communities In Schools of Burke County-Family Connection, Inc.

Reading takes you on a journey without ever leaving home! LET'S GET BURKE COUNTY READING!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY Dr. Seuss!

The Burke County Literacy Team is kicking off ....... GET BURKE READING!!!!!!! - Read to a child! - Visit the local library! - Discuss books over breakfast, lunch and/or dinner!

LET'S GET BURKE COUNTY READING!

Do you: 1) have a child that is 19 years old or younger; 2) Have a family income at or under 200% of the Federal Poverty Level guidelines; 3) Eye care services are not provided by private insurer and/or a government program .... CONTACT US! We can provide a voucher for a free eye exam and eyewear!

Encourage writing and creativity with GPB Education's 2021 PBS KIDS Writers Contest! It’s open to Georgia students in K-3. The deadline to enter is April 30. www.gpb.org/writers

LEARN THE FACTS!

Have you ever been hooked to a series? Get ready to join the conversation about youth tobacco use and be part of the solution! This 4-part virtual series will include prizes, games and music & is created by teens for teens! You do not want to miss out! Look below for the topics and dates. You will have to RSVP https://forms.gle/RRoFg9KoSiHkUk3X6 to receive the zoom link. We look forward to seeing you all there! Part 1: Vaping and Misconceptions (Thursday, February 11th 6-7 p...m) Part 2: The Vape Market (Thursday, February 25th 6-7 pm) Part 3: Vaping and Body (Thursday, March 11th 6-7 pm) Part 4: Quitting and Support (Thursday, March 25th 6-7 pm) See more

The Burke County Public School System will not be accepting Valentine’s Deliveries this year. Please do not deliver or have a florist deliver any gifts to the s...chool. This year, Valentine's Day falls on a Sunday and schools will be closed on the Friday preceding Valentine’s Day for Winter Break. This decision was based on the DPH COVID-19 Guidance for Georgia K-12 Schools and School-Based Programs, to limit non-essential visitors and activities involving external groups or organizations. See more

Click below to learn more. https://www.hhs.gov/opioids/about-the-epidemic/index.html