Valdosta City Schools and Lowndes County Schools extend heartfelt thanks to our dedicated Community Partners in Education (CPIE) as well as the CPIE school coordinators who work tirelessly to support our students. Their commitment to education and the well-being of our students is invaluable, and we are proud to recognize the outstanding contributions of our 2024 award recipients.

On Thursday, August 29, 2024, we had the privilege of honoring those who have gone above and beyond in their efforts to help our students succeed. These individuals and organizations exemplify the spirit of collaboration and community that drives our schools forward. We look forward to continued success through these invaluable partnerships.

2024 Community Partners in Education Award Recipients:

- Volunteer of the Year: Haley Gay, Pine Grove Elementary Parent Action Committee

Nominated by: Pine Grove Elementary School

- Large Organization of the Year: Azalea City Woman's Club  

Nominated by: Clyattville Elementary School

- Large Business of the Year: Texas Roadhouse  

Nominated by: Lowndes Middle School, Pine Grove Elementary School, Pine Grove Middle School, Pinevale Elementary School, S. L. Mason Elementary School, Valdosta Early College Academy, Valdosta High School & Westside Elementary School

- Small Business of the Year: Titletown Toys  

Nominated by: Dewar Elementary School

-LCS CPIE Coordinator of the Year: Rachel Stracener, Hahira Elementary School

Nominated by: Brittny Sermons

- VCS CPIE Coordinator of the Year: Regina Kimbrough, J. L. Lomax Elementary School

Nominated by: Dr. Tret Witherspoon & Emy Aultman

We extend our deepest gratitude to all of our community partners for their unwavering support and dedication. Together, we are one community, united in our mission to empower our students to achieve their full potential.

For more information about the CPIE program, please contact Jennifer Steedley with Valdosta City Schools at [email protected] or Lauren Pope with Lowndes County School at [email protected]. All new partners can join by simply clicking bit.ly/JoinCPIE.