Sally D. Meadows Elementary is a third through fifth grade school. It is one of

four schools in the Vidalia City School System. Sally D. Meadows was opened

in the fall of 1964 and was named for one of Vidalia's most prominent citizens.

The school holds accreditation by the Southern Association of Colleges and

Schools.

Mission Statement:

Sally D. Meadows Elementary School will challenge all students to

achieve their fullest potential through an appropriate curriculum emphasizing

academic excellence while fostering relevant life skills and mutual respect for

all . The school will provide an environment where each student can become a

productive, responsible community member and life long learner.

Enrollment and Programs:

Sally D. Meadows presently has 56 faculty and staff members. There are

apprnximately 600 students enrolled in the school. Meadows has a full time

music and physical education program. Special education and gifted

education programs also exist at the school. A Jostens' computer lab is

located in the school and every classroom has at least one networked

computer that can connect to the three different file servers located in the

building to provide greater accessibility to instructional programs and

management options.

All students participate in the Accelerated Reader program. Students are

given the opportunity to participate in a variety of activities that tie into our

quality core curriculum. Positive feedback is very important and the following

are utilized to reward students for maintaining high standards: Principals'

Award, Academic Awards, Most Improved Awards, Prnsident's Award for

Educational Excellence, President's Award for Educational Improvement,

Attendance Awards, Good Grade Brigade, Honor Roll, Lunch with the

Principal, Field Day and Math-a-thon.

Parent Involvement:

An active parent involvement program exists at the school. Some volunteer

activities include reading to students1 performing clerical assistance, tutoring,

providing support for special events such as book fairs and Lunch with the

Principal. Various activities are initiated which allow for positive interaction

among parents, students, staff and community.

Friends of the School, an organized group of parents, provide vital

assistance in almost every aspect of the school program.

The PTO is an organized body of parents, teachers, and staff working

together to provide a common bond which strengthens home and school. The

Sally D. Meadows Elementary PTO is an integral part of the total school

program.

All parents are urged to become involved by participating in established

meetings and special school functions which support the students of Sally D.

Meadows Elementary.

Administrative Staff:

Cheryl Newsome, Principal

John Sharpe, Assistant Principal

Ann Powers, Counselor

Edna Shurley, Media Specialist

Jeanette Cook, Bookkeeper

Kathy Watts, Secretary

Sarah Snell, Receptionist

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