Murray County Local Government Offices have partnered with Murray County Schools to help families stay warm this winter! We’re collecting new or gently used coats for children, as well as monetary donations to purchase coats for those in need.
🗓️ Donations accepted now through Friday, November 21st
📍 Drop-off locations listed on the flyer below
Together, we can make sure every child in Murray County has a warm coat this winter. ❤️
We know times can be tough, and we’re thankful for our local churches and organizations who help support families in need right here in Murray County. This flyer includes several places offering free food resources throughout our community.
✨ A quick reminder: All Murray County Schools students receive free breakfast and lunch every school day! Even if your child brings a lunch from home, we encourage them to try our meals — every tray helps us keep these free meals available for all students.
The Salvation Army is once again offering Angel Tree assistance to help Murray County families provide Christmas gifts for their children this holiday season. 💝
To be eligible for assistance, families must live in Murray County and attend at least one Life Skills Class offered locally through The Salvation Army.
📅 Class dates, times, and details are listed in the flyer below!
👉 The registration window for Angel Tree assistance is October 20 – November 6, 2025.
Children ages 13 and under are eligible.
Let’s work together to make Christmas bright for every child in Murray County. ❤️🎁
Scan the QR code or visit https://forms.gle/xpahy9t2vP7XwjBB9 to answer just 1–3 quick questions.
Your feedback helps us continue building on the great things happening in our schools!
Your contribution through the Georgia PEACH Education Tax Credit can make an immense difference in the lives of Georgia’s students — and it gives you the ability to choose where your state tax dollars go through a dollar-for-dollar income tax credit.
Know a local business owner? Businesses can participate too — helping strengthen education and opportunity right here at home.
It’s not a new tax or extra cost — it’s simply an option to keep your existing state tax dollars working right here in Murray County Schools!
This year’s PEACH projects include:
- Greenhouse Restoration
- CTAE Equipment Updates
- Special Needs Playground Equipment
Be sure to select Murray County Schools from the dropdown list when completing your form at
https://www.gfpe.org/tax_credit/donor_information
Together, we can make a difference for our students and our community — without paying a penny more!
Today’s Good News Spotlight shines on three incredible Special Education paraprofessionals at Bagley Middle School — Amy, Tiffani, and Gina! 💙
These ladies are known for their caring hearts, positive attitudes, and dedication to meeting not only the academic needs of their students, but their social and emotional needs as well.
Brittnee Slaughter, who nominated them, shared, “They are the most loving and caring group of ladies. They go above and beyond each day and always have a smile on their faces.”
Amy serves both at school and in the community through Brown Bridge Ministry, Tiffani lends her time and talents to FFA and showing pigs with her children, and Gina — with more than 20 years of service — continues to faithfully care for her students each day.
Thank you, Amy, Tiffani, and Gina, for the light, love, and dedication you bring to Bagley Middle School!
Our Gladden Middle School Builders Club showed true citizenship yesterday as they helped place flags at the courthouse in honor of our Veterans — even working through the rain to make sure each flag was placed with care. ❤️
We’re so proud of these Gladden Warriors and thankful for the leadership of Mr. Bishop and Dr. Etheridge.
A huge thank you to Murray County Family Connection for sponsoring the club’s t-shirts and awarding them $500 for future service projects! Their generous donation was made possible through funds raised at the Chamber’s recent Dancing with the Murray Stars event — where Commissioner Noah Bishop danced and raised money for Murray County Family Connection. 💃
Stay tuned — we’ll be sharing a special video from this meaningful day on Veterans Day! ❤️🤍💙
Bring the whole family and join in on a night full of football, fun, and Halloween spirit!
👻 Kids can trick-or-treat in the bleachers before the game and again at halftime — so don’t forget your costumes and candy!
The district is proud of these players, coaches, and staff for an incredible season so far — congratulations on this outstanding accomplishment!
Eton Elementary’s walking trail has long been a great resource for our students, families, and community — and now it has even more to offer! Thanks to United Way’s Make A Difference Day, a new Born Learning Trail has been added to help children learn and explore through play.
We celebrated the project with a small ribbon cutting, and we are so grateful to our United Way partners for making this possible and to our Murray County Schools Maintenance Department for helping install the posts and bring this addition to life.
We hope you’ll stop by, take a walk, and enjoy this fun new learning experience with your family! 💙
We want to wish both of our middle school football teams — Gladden and Bagley — the very best of luck as they face off in today’s championship game!
We’re so proud of both programs, their coaches, and every student-athlete who’s worked hard all season to earn this moment. 💪
These are our future Indians and Mountaineers, and no matter the final score, Murray County wins today! 💚💛
#WeAreMurray#GoWarriors #GoBlazers
This week’s spotlight shines on Mrs. Gribble and the entire 5th-grade team at Spring Place Elementary!
They were nominated by parent Jacklyn Dixon, who shared her appreciation for the team’s dedication and the wonderful job they’re doing helping students learn and grow each day.
Thank you, Mrs. Gribble and the 5th-grade team: Mrs. Linginfelter, Miss Parrish, and Mrs. Williams, for your hard work, heart, and commitment to your students!
📅 Today marks the end of the first 8 weeks of the grading period!
It’s a great time to pause and do a quick self-check — how’s your attendance shaping up so far this year? Every day counts! When students are in class, they’re learning, connecting, and growing toward their goals. 🌟
Let’s finish the semester strong by showing up, staying engaged, and remembering that attendance matters — every single day counts toward success!
We’re proud to share the winners of the 2025–2026 North Georgia Fair Art Show! Each of these students showcased incredible creativity and skill, representing Murray County Schools with excellence.
We are so proud of our students and their teachers for encouraging artistic expression and celebrating the arts in our schools.
📚 Testing Notification for Homeschool Students
The Murray County School District is pleased to share information about testing opportunities available to local homeschool students for the 2025–2026 school year.
In accordance with Georgia Senate Bill 63, homeschool students residing in Murray County may register to participate in PSAT, SAT, and AP testing offered at our district schools.
🗓 Registration deadlines and details can be found in the graphic below.
🔗 To register, please complete the form here: https://forms.gle/Mven1pv41v2NdJWh8
For any questions, please reach out to Dr. Jenny Lock, Director of Assessment & Grades 6–12, at jenny.lock@murray.k12.ga.us
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Today, we’re celebrating the dedicated men and women who safely transport our students to and from school each day.
Our bus drivers are often the first and last friendly faces our students see each school day — greeting them with a smile, ensuring their safety on the road, and setting a positive tone for learning.
Their commitment keeps Murray County Schools rolling!
Please join us in thanking our incredible transportation team for all they do for our students and schools.
🎁 Toys for Tots Registration Now Open!
Murray County Schools is proud to help share this great opportunity for families in our community!
Toys for Tots has been serving Murray and Gordon Counties since 2018, making sure every child has a gift to open on Christmas morning. 🎄
Families with children ages 0–17 (or 18 if still in school) can register now through November 30, 2025, at
https://calhoun-ga.toysfortots.org/local-coordinator-sites/lco-sites/default.aspx?nPageID=0&nPreviewInd=0&nRedirectInd=3
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Proof of residence and guardianship will be required at pickup during distribution.
Let’s work together to make sure no child in our community goes without a Christmas gift this year! ❤️
🥗 National School Lunch Week 🍎
Our schools have been celebrating all week, and Bagley Middle School had a special guest server today — Isaiah Mack! Students were thrilled to meet him as he joined our incredible School Nutrition team to help serve lunch and celebrate National School Lunch Week.
Isaiah is a Whitfield County native and graduate of Northwest High School, who went on to play football at the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga and has since played professionally in the NFL.
Between lunch periods, students lined up for photos and autographs, and Isaiah made sure to take time with everyone. It was a truly enjoyable day filled with smiles, delicious food, and a sense of community spirit!
A big thank-you to Isaiah for making this day extra special!
Today we celebrate our Superintendent, Dr. Tim Wright, whose leadership, dedication, and heart make Murray County Schools a great place to learn and work.
Dr. Wright is always working hard for our district, putting students first in every decision. He has a heart for our teachers and staff and believes in the potential of every student in Murray County Schools.
We are so proud to have a leader who leads with integrity, vision, and care. Wishing you the best day, Dr. Wright — you truly make a difference every day!
This week’s Good News Spotlight shines on Mrs. Amy Phillips, Cafeteria Manager at Bagley Middle School!
Mrs. Phillips was nominated by Media Specialist Stacy Roland, who shared:
“Mrs. Amy Phillips, our amazing lunchroom manager, works hard every day to put a smile on students’ faces—not only through her positive attitude but also through the nutritious meals she serves. She is deeply committed to meeting students’ needs while also taking their suggestions and mixing up the menu to keep it exciting and delicious for everyone. But more than the meals, it’s her kindness and gentle heart that will always be remembered by students and staff.”
Thank you, Mrs. Phillips, for serving our students with care, creativity, and heart. Your dedication makes Bagley Middle—and all of Murray County Schools—shine a little brighter!
The Murray County Board of Education has once again been recognized by the Georgia School Boards Association as an Exemplary School Board for 2025 — a distinction they have earned for more than eight consecutive years!
This honor reflects their commitment to continuous improvement and excellence in governance. To achieve this level of recognition, our Board exceeds the Georgia Department of Education’s required training hours, conducts regular self-assessments, and participates in evaluations by outside stakeholders.
We are grateful for their dedication, leadership, and consistent effort to go above and beyond in serving the students, staff, and families of Murray County Schools. 💚🏫
#MurrayCountySchools #ExemplarySchoolBoard #YouAreMurray #LeadershipInAction
