Education

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Ribbon Cut on New Gilmer Performing Arts Center for Students, Community

The Gilmer Chamber joined Gilmer County Schools on September 15 to open a new dedicated venue for music, theatre and student performances, one organizers say will also host community events.

Sep 202 min read

Education

Gilmer County Schools Begins Search for Next Superintendent

The board launched a formal search process at its August 13 meeting, kicking off what will decide who leads the district's roughly 4,000 students next.

Aug 292 min read

Education

Ellijay Elementary Is Coming Down: New PK-5 School Due by December 2027

Gilmer County Schools is replacing the school at 32 McCutchen Street with a new PK-5 building, and the project scope includes demolishing the current one. Construction documents also include possible work to ready the old Ellijay Primary campus for students during the build.

Aug 113 min read

Education

What $22.5 Million Bought: Gilmer's New Performing Arts Center Opens Its First School Year

Gilmer County Schools started the 2026-27 year Monday, Aug. 3, and for the first time the district's band, chorus, drama and career-tech students have a 950-seat auditorium of their own. Local shoppers paid for it, penny by penny.

Aug 93 min read

Education

Gilmer Schools Set Aug. 3 First Day — The Full 2026-2027 Calendar and Family To-Do List

Gilmer County's roughly 4,000 students head back to class Monday, Aug. 3, 2026. Here are the key dates, supply lists, and registration steps families need before the bell rings.

Jul 93 min read

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