Bob Harding-Shawmut Elementary School

💜💛Introducing our new TRIBE!💛💜 We would like to introduce and welcome Ms. Grace Abbott to our 1st grade team! From Ms. Abbott... Hi! My name is Grace Abbott. I moved here from Foley, AL where I was born and raised by my parents John and Jesse Abbott along with my three brothers. I attended Huntingdon College where I received my degree in Collaborative K-6 Elementary Education. Prior to accepting a position at Shawmut, I was a special education teacher providing services to third, fourth, and sixth grade students.

💜💛Introducing our new TRIBE!💛💜 We are excited to welcome Mrs. Julie Kopinski to our Shawmut Tribe! Mrs. Kopinski will be teaching 2nd grade! From Mrs. Kopinski... "Hello! My name is Julie Kopinski. I was born and raised in the suburbs of Chicago and relocated to the Auburn area with my husband in 2019. Over the last decade, I have taught 3rd, 4th and 6th grades in both Illinois and Alabama, and I’m now looking forward to teaching 2nd grade. Aside from teaching, I’m also a mom to a 2 year old daughter, Maeve, and our three “fur babies”. I am thrilled to be joining the Shawmut Tribe and can’t wait to get this school year started!

Chambers County School District's public release concerning the Community Eligibility Program (CEP)

Alabama's Tax Free Weekend is July 19th-21st!

SHAWMUT TRIBE SPIRIT DAY SHIRTS! 2024-2025 Spirit day shirts may be worn on spirit days throughout the year!! Our 1st spirit day is on August 23rd! Order forms will be available at open house and sent home on the first day of school! Orders due by August 14th so we can get shirts back in time for our 1st spirit day! 💜💛

💜💛Introducing our NEW Tribe!💛💜 We are super excited to announce Dr. Yolandria Rachel as our new Reading Coach! About Dr. Rachel... Dr. Yolandria Rachel Dr. Yolandria Rachel is a dedicated and passionate educator with 17 years of experience in education, including 15 years in Chambers County Schools. A native of Roanoke Alabama, she is the proud mother of five young men whose ages range from 19 to 29, and a grandmother to a 17-month-old granddaughter. She has been happily married to her husband, Quenton Rachel, and recently celebrated their 28th anniversary. In her free time, she enjoys reading and spending quality time with her family. Dr. Rachel holds a PhD in Special Education and Rehabilitation, a Master's in Special Education Collaborative Teacher K-12, and a Master's in Teaching English as a Second Language (TESOL) all from Auburn University. She is currently pursuing certification as an Academic Language Therapist (CALT) through Neuhaus and the Alabama State Department, committed to advancing her expertise in language and literacy intervention. Her professional journey is marked by a deep dedication to supporting students, parents, and the community. As she transitions to the role of a reading coach, Dr. Rachel brings a unique perspective and a wealth of experience to this new position. Her dedication to fostering positive learning environments and driving academic success remains unwavering. In her new role, she is eager to support teachers and students by providing guidance in literacy instruction, implementing effective reading programs, and promoting a culture of literacy within the school community. Dr. Rachel extends her gratitude for being welcomed into the BHS Tribe. She is excited to join this vibrant community and looks forward to contributing to their shared success.

💜💛Introducing our NEW Tribe! 💛💜 We are very excited to welcome Mrs. Janice Carnley as our new counselor! A little bit about Mrs. Carnley... Janice Askew Carnley is a native of Chambers County and attended Chambers County School System. She taught in Dekalb County, GA and Clayton County, GA for a total of 20 years. After the pandemic, Mrs. Carnley returned back to her hometown to care for her loving mother and sister. She immediately found her home again with Chambers County Schools. Mrs. Carnley has been a part of the Chambers County School District for 5 years now. Janice Carnley is married to Charles Carnley and is the mother of five children, one son-in-law, and a beautiful granddaughter. Mrs. Carnley has 25 years of educational experience. She attended Alabama State University and earned a bachelor's degree in Special Education. Later, Mrs. Carnley earned a master's degree from Alabama State in School Counseling. With love and dedication, Mrs. Carnley attended Troy State University and earned a specialist's degree in School Counseling. Mrs. Carnley is excited and proud to be a part of the Shawmut Elementary Tribe!

💜💛Introducing our New TRIBE!💛💜 We are excited to have Mr. Roger Walker join us as our custodian! From Mr. Walker... "My name is Roger Walker. I am married to Jesse Mae Walker and I have 2 sons: Jesse Madden and Kevin Madden. I have been with Chambers County for 9 years. I am excited to join our Shawmut Tribe." Welcome to our Shawmut Tribe, Mr. Walker!

Shawmut Tribe 2024-2025! 💜💛

SUMMER 2024 May 23, 2024 Students participating in Chambers Co Reading & Math Camps, Credit Recovery Program, Makerspace, and Race Camps during June will have breakfast and lunch provided by the Chambers Co CNP staff volunteers. The Summer Feeding program will be June 3- June 27, 2024 (Mon-Thu).

We are super excited about our AR field trip on Monday! Here are some reminders and information about our trip! 🚌💜💛

‼️FIELD DAY ANNOUNCEMENT‼️

THIS Wednesday! 💜💛

Important Field Day info! 💜💛

🎉 Happy School Nurses Day! 🎉 Today, we celebrate the incredible individuals who are the heartbeat of our schools. School nurses do more than just take care of scraped knees and fevers; they are trusted advocates, health educators, and vital links to a healthy school environment. This year’s theme, “Nurses Make the Difference,” highlights the significant impact our school nurses have every day. Let’s take a moment to appreciate the dedication, care, and expertise that our school nurses bring to our community. Their unwavering commitment ensures that our students receive the best care possible, making a real difference in their lives. Thank you to all the school nurses out there for your hard work and compassion. You truly make a difference! 💙 #SchoolNursesDay #NursesMakeTheDifference #HealthHeroes

🎉 Celebrating Our Retirees 🎉 As the school year draws to a close, we take a moment to honor the dedication and service of our beloved teachers, support staff, and administrators who are setting off on a new adventure: retirement. To Our Teachers: For years, you’ve been the guiding light in our hallways and classrooms. You’ve nurtured young minds, inspired countless students, and imparted wisdom that extends far beyond textbooks. Your lessons will resonate in the hearts and minds of those you’ve taught for generations to come. To Our Support Staff: You’ve been the backbone of our daily operations, ensuring that every day runs smoothly for our students and faculty. Your efforts, often behind the scenes, have been vital to our school’s success and the well-being of our community. Your retirement is well-deserved, but your absence will be deeply felt. May this new chapter bring you joy, relaxation, and the opportunity to explore new passions. Please join us in congratulating our retirees on their remarkable careers and wishing them a future filled with happiness and new adventures! Pictured are: (Name and years of service with CCSD) (Front Row) Paul Hester 26 years, Patricia Sorrell 10 years, Robert Yates 25 years, Sarah Vines-Ross 20 years, Beverly Kavookjian 19 years. Second Row: Connie Guice 24 years, Ericka Jenkins 25 years, Dena Allen 28 years, Altanua Darden 25 years, Rosa Holloway 26 years. Third Row: Linda Thomas 28 years, Debra Peters 28 years. Fourth Row: Deanna Fuller 27 years, LaKeyda Davis 10 years, Julie Mitchum 25 years. Back Row: Superintendent Casey Chambley, Marshon Harper 25 years, & Russell Newton 24 years. Not pictured: Mitchell Harte 3 years, Lisa Hughes 20 years, Mary Spence 15 years, Heather West 23 years, Laura Brazell 15 years, Patricia Hay 16 years, Terry Mangram 29 years & Donna Perez 24 years.

HAPPY RETIREMENT to Mrs. Fuller, Mrs. Guice, and Mrs. Mitchum! We are so thankful for your service to Chambers County and our Shawmut Tribe! We sure will miss you all! 💜💛

‼️NEW DATE‼️ We are so very proud of our VHS Baseball team for advancing to the semi-finals, so in order for you all to be able to support the Rams, we have moved our "NEW TO THE TRIBE" night to Wednesday, May 15th at 6:00pm. We can't wait to meet our new friends! 💜💛

CCSD Board Meeting May 6th.