James E. Bacon Elementary School

Parents & Guardians,

Don't forget that today is an 11:30 dismissal for all students. There is no school on Friday, Monday, and Tuesday. We look forward to seeing all students back at school on Wednesday, October 14.

October is National Principals Month, a time to honor them for their leadership, dedication, and impact on our students, staff members, and community. A special “THANK YOU!” to our Yellow Jacket, Bee, Blue Jay, and Pirate principals for all they do.

Correction - Parents/Guardians,

This is a reminder that there is a scheduled early dismissal for students this THURSDAY, October 8. All students – bus riders and parent pick-ups – will dismiss at 11:30. There is no school for students on Friday, October 9, Monday, October 12, or Tuesday, October 13 (the 13th is a faculty & staff workday). We look forward to seeing all students back at school on Wednesday, October 14.

This is a reminder that there is a scheduled early dismissal for students this Friday, October 8. All students – bus riders and parent pick-ups – will dismiss at 11:30. There is no school for students on Friday, October 9, Monday, October 12, or Tuesday, October 13 (the 13th is a faculty & staff workday). We look forward to seeing all students back at school on Wednesday, October 14.

Georgia Pre K Week is October 5–9, 2026, celebrating early learning and highlighting the importance of Georgia’s free, voluntary Pre K program for all 4-year-olds. Georgia Pre K Week is a statewide, weeklong event organized by Voices for Georgia’s Children and the Georgia Department of Early Care and Learning (DECAL) to raise awareness of the value of high-quality early childhood education. Launched in 1992 as a pilot with 750 students, Georgia’s Pre-K program has grown into a nationally recognized model, serving over two million children and providing a free, voluntary early education for all 4-year-olds regardless of income. Research shows children in the program make significant gains in math, language, literacy, and social-emotional skills, with benefits lasting well beyond kindergarten. This year’s Georgia Pre K Week theme is Celebrating Curiosity, Confidence, and a Love of Learning.

There are 10 partner agencies across Wayne County that are open to the public and provide essential food resources to families in need.

Please know that we are closely monitoring the situation and are in ongoing communication with Emergency Management Agency (EMA) officials and other emergency personnel. At this time, we are planning to have school tomorrow. The safety of our students and staff remains our top priority, and we will continue to assess conditions and share any updates as needed. If you feel that you cannot safely travel to school, please send a note with your child when they return. We encourage all families to stay informed and take time to review their emergency plans and ensure they are prepared should conditions change. Thank you for your understanding and support as we continue to monitor this situation.

First District Agency Expo, an event designed to educate parents about area agencies and services available for our students with
disabilities, will be in Jesup on March 12 (Coastal Pines Technical College, 8:30am-2:00pm) and in Hinesville on March 25 (Liberty County PAC, 8:30am-2:00pm). Agencies from across the entire First District region will be represented. We encourage you to attend. If you seek further information, please see the flyer on the link for contact information. https://aptg.co/8Fl4NJ

For those who may need help with the online returning student verification process, this afternoon is the second of our help sessions at the Tech Center Computer Lab (next to JEB). We will have folks there from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM today to assist you.

Wayne County School System's PreK Orientation and Open House will be held Monday, August 4th, at 10:45 AM at each elementary school location.

Wayne County School System's Open House for grades K- 12th will be held Monday, August 4th, from 3:30 pm to 6:00 pm

Please see this information regarding school meals for SY25-26.

For those who may need help with the online returning student verification process, this morning is the first of our help sessions at the Tech Center Computer Lab (next to JEB). We will have folks there from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM today to assist you.

Please see this important information regarding Georgia's new Distraction-Free Education Act and the K-12 electronic device procedures being implemented in Wayne County Schools.

A group from Wayne County delivered donated supplies to Texas to help flood victims. #WayneCountyStrong

Wayne County Schools Shine! We’re proud to celebrate James E. Bacon Elementary, Martha Rawls Smith Elementary, and Odum Elementary for being named to the Proficient List by the Georgia Department of Education through the John Hancock Award! This recognition highlights our schools’ excellence in teaching cursive writing – a skill that strengthens student confidence, supports cognitive growth, and connects learners to history. Schools on the Proficient List have shown that 90% of their students can confidently write their names in cursive, preparing them for academic success and lifelong learning. Congratulations to our students, teachers, and staff for this outstanding accomplishment! Your hard work is keeping the art of cursive alive in Wayne County and building future-ready learners. #WayneCountyProud #JohnHancockAward #CursiveMatters #WCSuccess

🐝💛 Our Yellow Jackets are showing heart! WCHS athletes loaded donated supplies today to help Texas flood victims. We are proud of these students for making a difference beyond the game! 🏆✨ #WCHSYellowJackets #CommunityStrong #TexasFloodRelief #StudentsWhoServe

All Wayne County schools will resume normal operations tomorrow, Monday, January 27. We look forward to seeing all students and staff members.