Oglethorpe County School System

Carolyn Barner is a member of the Class of 2026! Carolyn has been active in Varsity Softball for 4 years and Varsity Golf for 2 years. She is a member of Beta Club and HOSA. She is an active member of Temple United Methodist Church and attends youth group at Hull Baptist Church. Carolyn is currently an intern with the Oglethorpe County Clerk of Superior Court. For the first half of the school year she interned with a 3rd grade class. The last 2 years she has volunteered with Oglethorpe County Little League to assist with coaching softball. Carolyn will attend Andrew College in the fall with a scholarship to play softball at the collegiate level. She plans to major in Early Childhood Education. Congratulations Carolyn - Class of 2026!

Malik Forshee is a member of the Class of 2026! Malik has been active in basketball and baseball throughout his entire life. As a senior, Malik earned Oglethorpe County High School Basketball "Offensive Player of the Year", is nominated for Athens Area Basketball Player of the Year by Next Up Sports, and was selected as OCHS Student-Athlete of the Month in January. In the fall, he plans to continue his athletic pursuits through a basketball scholarship to Thomas Ridge in South Carolina. Congratulations Malik -'Class of 2026!

Good luck to all our track athletes competing in the state competition today at the new track facility at UGA!

Superintendent Beverley Levine received the Excellence in Education Award today at the Northeast Georgia RESA Board of Controls meeting! This award signifies her years of service and leadership in Oglethorpe County Schools, along with her continuous dedication to educating students.

Congratulations to Ms. Levine! She is pictured with NEGA RESA Director Ms. Laurie Allison.

Jarrett Barr is a member of the Class of 2026! Jarrett has participated in work-based learning where he gained valuable experience working at IFS in Watkinsville. Jarrett enjoys working on his cars and operates his own mobile detailing business. In the fall, Jarrett plans to attend Athens Technical College to study to be a diesel mechanic. Congratulations Jarrett - Class of 2026!

Andee Claire Dellinger is a member of the Class of 2026!   Andee has been active in FFA (Vice President), HOSA (Vice President), Interact Club (Vice President), FCA (President), and Student Council (President).  Over the course of her FFA career, Andee earned the Discovery FFA Degree, the Green Hand FFA Degree, the Chapter FFA Degree, the State FFA Degree, and is on track to earn her American FFA Degree.  Andee has also competed in multiple FFA Career Development Events, including Horticulture, Agricultural Sales, Forestry, Agriculture Communications, and Agriculture Education.  Andee was honored to place third in Area in her Agriculture Education CDE this year.  Andee was chosen as the first ever Career, Technical, and Agricultural Education (CTAE) Student of the Year for 2025.  In September of 2025, Andee was selected as the Rotary Club Student of the Month.  Andee has been very active in her church’s youth group and children’s ministry, and is very proud to have participated in dance with A Talent Company for 14 years.  Andee has a heart for service and takes a great deal of pride in helping school administrators on a daily basis in her role in the Work Based Learning program.  Through her Student Council role, Andee has worked very hard to make sure that school events like homecoming and prom were planned and executed smoothly.  Andee was instrumental in the planning and operations for the annual Ghost Out event in 2026 through her role in HOSA.  In the fall, she plans to attend Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College and major in Agricultural Education. Congratulations Andee - Class of 2026!

Jalynn Morlan is a member of the Class of 2026! Jalynn enjoyed spending her senior year at OCHS. She participated in marching band as a majorette and was a competitive twirler throughout high school. As a competitive twirler, she won several awards and traveled to England on Team USA. Jalynn was also active in sideline and competition cheer. Jalynn currently helps coach The Paramount Dance Twirl Team and The Starlet Twirlers. In the fall, she will attend Athens Tech to study cosmetology and plans to open her own salon in the future. Congratulations Jalynn - Class of 2026!

Mylee Nimmons is a member of the Class of 2026! She has been active for 4 years of varsity soccer, captain for 2 years and voted #1 defensive player 1 year for her region. She played a year of varsity basketball, 2 years cross country, and 2 years of track, with one of those years winning a state championship! She has participated in work based learning, dual enrollment and is also finishing the early childhood pathway. In the fall, she plans to attend Athens Technical College for Dental hygiene. Congratulations Mylee - Class of 2026!

Behind every student’s success is someone who believed in them, encouraged them, and loved them along the way. Today, we celebrate the mothers, grandmothers, guardians, mentors, and caregivers who make a lasting difference in the lives of our children. Thank you for the countless ways you support our students, schools, and community. Your love and dedication inspire us all. Wishing you a very Happy Mother’s Day! 💕

Joie Burt is a member of the Class of 2026! Joie has participated in work-based learning where she gained valuable experience working on a local farm. She has also been an intern in the OCHS art room this year. In the fall, Joie plans to attend Athens Tech and study Veterinary Technology. Congratulations Joie - Class of .2026!

Hunter Long is a member of the Class of 2026! Hunter is in the Special Education Program at OCHS and has been a member of the National Honor Society and made the Principal’s List on several occasions through his high school years. Hunter’s love for science, especially nature and animals, gives him joy. He can tell you about many animal facts if you ask him. Art class has also been another favorite elective as his drawings of Sonic Movie characters, Spider-Man and other interests are beautifully detailed. His love of theme parks, super heroes, Legos have also helped him navigate through his journey as someone with Autism. Hunter will receive his certificate of completion and continue in the Vocational Special Education Program at OCHS in the fall to continue building valuable skills to help him in his future. He would love to work in a setting with animals or Comic-Con one day. Congratulations Hunter - Class of 2026!

Emma Mask is a member of the class of 2026! She is a member of Beta Club where she serves as the secretary. Emma is a member of the National Honor Society and FBLA. She is also a part of the Work-based Learning Program as an assistant in the OCHS Library. In addition, she is dual enrolled at UNG in Watkinsville. She has been an assistant teacher at Oglethorpe Children’s Academy for the past two years. Emma is a member of Salem Baptist Church where she volunteers as a Sunday School teacher. In the future, Emma plans to attend UNG in Dahlonega and major in Early Childhood Education and complete the requirements to be an Elementary School Counselor. Congratulations Emma - Class of 2026!

Corbin Scott Wood is a member of the class of 2026! He is a dedicated and hardworking young man who has balanced his education while gaining real-world experience in the workforce. Throughout high school, he has been committed to building his future by currently working as a plumbing apprentice and completing his education through Oglethorpe County. Corbin is known for his strong work ethic and character. He is someone who values the people closest to him and takes pride in being dependable and loyal. Outside of work and school, he enjoys riding his dirt bike, attending truck meets, hunting, fishing and enjoying the outdoors. After graduation, Corbin plans to attend plumbing school to further his training and earn his Georgia State Journeyman Plumbing License and continue out his career and family legacy in the industry and with his determination and drive, he is well on his way to building a successful and meaningful career! Congratulations Corbin - Class of 2026!

Grace Foland is a member of the class of 2026! Grace has been active as an officer and national competitor in FCCLA, and a member of the Archery Team, Beta Club, NHS, and FBLA. She also participated in a film club in Athens, and competitive dance. Grace also worked as an assistant dance teacher and assisted at Sweet Olive Farm as both a counselor during summers and a weekend helper during the school year. In the fall Grace will be attending Georgia Tech to study Astrophysics. Congratulations Grace - Class of 2026!

Ryese Nation is a member of the Class of 2026!  He has been an active participant in the Work-Based Learning Program and has gained valuable experience working with Nation Precision Painting. After graduation, Ryese plans to continue his career with Nation Precision Painting this fall. Ryese — we’re proud of you and excited to see what your future holds! Congratulations Ryese - Class of 2026!

Callie Bridges is a proud member of the class of 2026! She has enjoyed being active in many clubs and activities over the past 4 years. Callie has served as the President of FFA, NHS, and Beta Club. She also enjoys being a leader in Student Council and FCA. Callie has been a member of the Livestock Show Team, exhibiting beef cattle for 5 years. She has also earned recognition as the FFA State Floral Design Winner and The 2026 State Star Over Georgia in Agribusiness. Outside of school, she enjoys spending time at Salem Baptist Church and working for her business, Callie Bridges Custom Designs, which provides floral arrangements for special events and sympathies. She also enjoys painting commissioned watercolor portraits. Callie is committed to attend the University of Georgia this fall, and she plans to major in Agribusiness. Congratulations Callie — Class of 2026!

Happy National School Nurses Day!

Thank you to our school nurses who are the calm in the chaos, the care behind every student’s smile, and the heartbeat of our schools.

Your compassion and dedication make a difference every single day!

Macayla Hull is a member of the Class of 2026! She’s an active member of the Cheer team , sideline and competition cheer, through out high school. Macayla is a member of work based learning, assisting 2nd grade students at OCES . She was Miss Oglethorpe in 2022. She’s been an active member of FBLA for 4 years. Macayla has committed to Brenau University to major in Nursing. She has also committed to spirit cheer at Brenau ! Congratulations Macayla A. Hull - Class of 2026

Thank you to all our Educators for your dedication, patience and the difference you make every day for Oglethorpe County Students!

Your guidance shapes not just minds but builds confidence and character leaving a lasting impact far beyond the classroom walls!

"May you be proud of the work you do, the person you are and the difference you make!"

Benjamin Pugh is a member of the Class of 2026! He has been active in the Ag program for four years and participates in the high school’s work-based learning program, working part-time with Rainman Gutter. His greatest passions include fishing, which he has enjoyed for many years, and his faith in God, guided by the teachings of the Bible and a commitment to living a good and honest life. After graduation, Ben plans to join the workforce full-time and gradually take over the daily operations and management of his father’s established business. Congratulations Ben - Class of 2026!