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Kimberly Madrid-Ramirez, a senior at Banks County High School, has received a full-ride QuestBridge Scholarship to Emory University, valued at $325,000 over four years.

The Banks County School System recently held its 4th REACH Awards Ceremony, celebrating the 2024-2025 REACH Scholars: Eden Isabella Bless, Delilah Emma Deanna Murray, Oscar Jesus Reyes, and Lexie Grace Roberts. These scholars were recognized for their academic excellence, strong character, and aspirations for higher education. Their achievements are supported by mentorship, coaching, and scholarships through REACH Georgia. The district also expressed gratitude to sponsors MetroSite, Commerce Country Café, UpState Curb, and the Hoyt & Ruth Parson Phi Delta Chapter of the Eastern Star.

The Banks County School System has named Mrs. Angie Austin as the 2024-2025 System Teacher of the Year. The system will recognize each school winner on November 21, 2024 at the Banks County Board of Education.

Banks County Schools’ Food and Nutrition Department has been honored with the prestigious 2023-2024 Georgia Farm to School Award.

The 2024 Pioneers in Education Awards honored Linda Hawks of Banks County Schools for 45 years of dedicated service at Banks County Schools.

Banks County Middle School has been named a Math Leader School by the Georgia Department of Education, recognizing its commitment to developing essential math skills. This award, following a recent Literacy Award, highlights the dedication of the school’s staff and students.

Banks County 4-H Cloverleaf students showcased their hard work at the Project Achievement Competition at Rock Eagle, presenting polished, well-researched topics after months of preparation. Their dedication led to impressive results, with numerous students earning top placements in their categories.

Banks County Middle School has been recognized by the Georgia Department of Education as a Literacy Leader for notable growth in sixth-grade reading levels, aligning with the system's motto, Expectations Influence Success.