Van Wert Elementary

Faculty Spotlights: Please join us in welcoming Cailey Willbanks, Holly Painter, and Tabitha Burch to Van Wert Elementary. We are thrilled to have you all at Van Wert!

9 months ago, Van Wert Elementary School

An experienced childcare worker of 2 years providing staff support in an educational environment. Biggest interest is to help with cognitive and social development they will need to reach to their full potential.

My name is Holly Painter. I am the mom of three boys and married to a fireman. I love the beach, spending time with my family, singing on our praise team and Alabama football. Roll Tide! I have my Masters of Education in Elementary Education. This will be my eighth year teaching and I am excited to be apart of the Van Wert Family!

My undergraduate degree isn't in education but in Economics. However, I've dedicated the past seven years to the field of education, and this upcoming year marks my eighth. I obtained my P-12 Special Education Certification through the GATAPP program. During my initial five years, I had the privilege of working in the GNETS Program here in Polk. Thereafter, I transitioned to the resource and inclusion setting for grades K-5, with most of my caseload being Kindergarten. These roles have been incredibly fulfilling. Two summers ago, I earned my Masters in Early Childhood Education and I'm just three classes away from completing my Tier I Leadership certification, a goal I'm eagerly pursuing. Outside of work, I cherish spending time with my family and enjoy any outdoor activities. I reside in Polk with my husband and two beautiful daughters. I am thrilled to be joining the Van Wert family and look forward to contributing to its vibrant community!

Join us as we wish our wonderful principal, Mr. Zwingmann, a Happy Birthday today!

9 months ago, Van Wert Elementary School

Faculty Spotlights: Please join us in welcoming Longergon Honoré, Jamie Gamel, and Cassie Spurlin to Van Wert Elementary. We are thrilled to have you all at Van Wert!

9 months ago, Van Wert Elementary School

Van Wert ELementary School - Please help us welcome, Mr. Longergon Honoré to Van Wert as a 4th grade teacher. I have been teaching in for the past 9 years. I have taught grades K-6 with the exception of 3rd grade. I currently coach wrestling for the Rockmart Takedown Club and have been coaching for 11 years. I am an artist. I received an opportunity to attend an art school, but I decided to focus of my regular school classes and athletics. I attended Shorter University where I received the Bachelor of Science degree in education while playing football. I received gifted endorsement, and I will finish my master's in elementary curriculum and instruction at the end of the summer.

Van Wert Elementary Please Help Us Welcome, Jamie Gamel paraprofessional to Van Wert Elementary School - This is my first year as a Paraprofessional. I love spending time with my husband and two boys, camping and traveling.

Van Wert Elementary - Please Help Us Welcome, Cassie Spurlin to Van Wert. 3rd grade teacher - I taught Fourth Grade for four years, Kindergarten for four years, and Fifth Grade for one year. I enjoy teaching the younger grades and integrating STEM into my classroom. In the next couple years, I want to become ESOL certified. I earned my Gifted Certification this year.

Faculty Spotlights: Please join us in welcoming Vaneka Canty, Kerri Newby, and Madison Graves to Van Wert Elementary. We are thrilled to have you at Van Wert!

9 months ago, Van Wert Elementary School

I have taught for 18 years in Georgia and Florida. I have taught all grade levels in elementary school. I have my Reading and ESOL endorsements. I am a bright Disney fan. I love all kinds of sports and love to watch my students play.

I recently graduated from Western Governors University and I will be beginning my first year teaching! I am so excited to be joining the family at Van Wert Elementary.

Hi! My name is Vaneka Canty. I am a first year teacher and I am thrilled to be teaching second grade at Van Wert Elementary! I received my Bachelor’s Degree in English Literature from Kennesaw State University, and I am certified to teach Special Education general curriculum. I have worked for an enrichment program for eight years and I love helping kids learn and have fun while doing it. I have one child, who keeps me busy! We love to ride bikes together, read, and garden. Any beach is my favorite place to be. I enjoy all sports, especially basketball and volleyball. My goal as a teacher is to help students reach their full potential towards developmental milestones. I am excited to create a nurturing and stimulating learning environment, and I look forward to working with you on your child’s growth and development this year!

Faculty Spotlights: Please join us as we spotlight our new Instructional Coach and Intervention Specialist. Welcome to Van Wert, Mrs. Leah Redden and Mrs. Jennifer Whitaker!

9 months ago, Van Wert Elementary School

Hello! I am Mrs. Leah Redden. I am very excited to be the instructional coach at Van Wert This year. I have 33 years of experience including working with all elementary grade levels as an EIP teacher, Assistant Principal, and Principal. Post Retirement, I have been a District Leader, Intervention Specialist, and Instructional Coach.

I'm super excited to kick off my 12th year in education! Prior to education, I worked in marketing/public relations, which is my undergraduate degree. I absolutely love my family, our two Goldendoodles, Dr. Pepper, UGA Dawgs, Pizza Farm spaghetti, electric blankets, decorating, and traveling for trips/vacations (HUGE difference between the two)!

Faculty Spotlights: Who's ready to meet some of our new faculty and staff members? Please join us as we spotlight those who are new to Van Wert. Our first post is dedicated to our two wonderful assistant principals, Mrs. Holly Petty and Mrs. Tanya Woods! Welcome to Van Wert!

9 months ago, Van Wert Elementary School

Welcome to Van Wert Mrs. Holly Petty our new assistant principal In my 20.5 years in Education, I have earned a Bachelors and Masters Degree in Early Childhood, a Specialist Degree in Curriculum and Instruction, and a Leadership Add-On. After serving 10.5 years in the classroom, I have experience as Evaluation and Assessment Coordinator, Assistant Principal, Principal, and Intervention and Assessment Coordinator. My husband, Shane, and I love to travel and share experiences together with our boys, the beach and lake are our favorite! Rockmart Yellow Jackets, Georgia Bulldogs, Atlanta Braves, Church, and naps are always part of our weekend plans throughout the year! I'm honored to be Assistant Principal at Van Wert and I'm looking forward to a great year! GO Jackets!

Please help us welcome Mrs. Tanya Woods as our new assistant principal and SPED Coordinator I have worked as a speech-language pathologist for over 20 years. During much of this time, I supported teachers with phonics and literacy instruction. I developed an assistive technology program in another district as Assistive Technology Specialist for 3 years. This past year, my role as Exceptional Student Specialist included supporting instruction in both the general education and special education classrooms. I have a Dyslexia endorsement, which helps my passion FOR ENSURING ALL students have the resources they need to be successful. I enjoy analyzing data, learning more about curriculum and instruction, and reading books to become a better leader. I love spending time with my husband and 3 children, including hiking, rafting, and making memories. I am honored and excited to serve as Assistant Principal and Exceptional Student Specialist this year at Van Wert!

Pre-K parents and guardians: We are excited to welcome you to our Pre-K mandatory meeting on August 5 at 10:30 am. Students will meet teachers at our open house on the same day from 3:00 to 6:00 pm.

9 months ago, Van Wert Elementary School

Mandatory Pre-K Meeting Monday, August 5, 2024 at 10:30 am. This meeting is for parents. Students will meet teachers at our open house later that day.

We are excited to start another school year with our Van Wert students and families! We hope you have enjoyed a restful and relaxing summer. We would like you to attend our open house on August 5, 2024. Welcome back to our Van Wert HIVE!

9 months ago, Van Wert Elementary School

Open House info. Monday, August 5, 2024 from 3 pm to 6 pm.

📣 It’s almost TIME to CATCH THE BUS! Join Us for our Transportation Bus Rider Rally! 🚌 Is your student planning to ride the bus for the 2024-2025 school year? If so, don’t miss this IMPORTANT event! Please attend the designated meeting for your child’s school to obtain critical information, meet your driver, and much more! See the attached flyer for details. We look forward to seeing you there! 🚍

10 months ago, Polk School District

✂️✏️2024-2025 Elementary Supply List 📒🖍 Middle School and High School supply lists will be provided by individual teachers. #psdtheplacetobe ❤️🖤💛

10 months ago, Polk School District

📣🏫2024-2025 OPEN HOUSE INFORMATION📕✏️ We are SO EXCITED to welcome our students and families back to kick-off the 2024-2025 school year! Please be sure to check your schools' website and social media for additional procedural details regarding Open House.

10 months ago, Polk School District

Please, see the back to school dates and times

11 months ago, VAN WERT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Today is the Rockmart Library's Summer Reading Kickoff (w/ Dave Holland) from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm.

11 months ago, Van Wert Elementary School

This week's activities at the rockmart library. Book-A-Tech at 2:00 pm on Wednesday and Summer Reading Kick-off on May 30th at 2:00 pm.

Mrs. McDowell's students love their hands-on science fun with chicks at the end of each year!

11 months ago, Van Wert Elementary School

Mrs. McDowell's students love their hands-on science fun with chicks each year!

Congratulations to Mrs. Tanya Woods, new Assistant Principal

11 months ago, VAN WERT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

The Sara Hightower Regional Library's summer reading program starts today! Don't forget to stop by the Rockmart Library!~ #getGeorgiareading #teamVW https://shrls.org/services/reading_programs.php

11 months ago, Van Wert Elementary School

July Summer Reading Schedule 2024 for Rockmart Library Calendar

Congratulations to our Faculty and Staff of the Month for May, Ms. Mikayla Longshore and Ms. Tonya Bowman

11 months ago, Van Wert Elementary School

Congratulations to our Faculty and Staff of the Month for May, Ms. Mikayla Longshore snd Ms. Tonya Bowman

☀️☀️OUR SUMMER MEALS PROGRAM IS BACK!☀️☀️ ‼️FIRST PICK-UP DAY IS THURSDAY, JUNE 6TH!‼️ Summer is here and Polk School District is excited to announce the return of our Summer Feeding Program, providing FREE meals to any child 18 and under. This will include seven (7) breakfast and seven (7) lunch meals. Please see the flyer below for details regarding pick-up locations and times. We look forward to serving the families of Polk County this summer! #psdtheplacetobe #PSDProud ❤️🖤💛

11 months ago, Polk School District

Ms. Moore's 2nd-grade class created and published a book this school year. Here are photos from her book publishing event. Way to go, Ms. Moore's class! #proudauthors #studentreasures @will_zwingmann

11 months ago, Van Wert Elementary School

Ms. Moore at her classes Book Publishing Party

Ms. Moore and Ollie at their class Book Publishing Party

A student showing their page off at their class Book Publishing Party

Ms. Moore and Alegend at their class Book Publishing Party

5th-grade students enjoyed teaching math to our younger students. Students were required to collect data, graph data, and then analyze the data to answer questions. Our 5th graders took on the role of a teacher and created an enjoyable experience for all. @will_zwingmann

11 months ago, Van Wert Elementary School

5th grade van wert students teaching graphing activities to first and second grade students