We are excited to celebrate Read Across America Week, March 2–March 6! Join us for a fun-filled week as we promote the joy of reading with themed dress-up days and special activities for our students.
✨ Monday: Reading is Better with a Buddy – Dress like twins
✨ Tuesday: Character Day – Dress as your favorite book character
✨ Wednesday: Reading Takes You Places – Dress like a tourist
✨ Thursday: Cozy Up with a Good Book – Wear school-appropriate pajamas
✨ Friday: Carnival Day – Games, popcorn, and fun! ($2 to wear caps and Crocs)
We can’t wait to see our students participate and show their love for reading! 📖🎉
#ReadAcrossAmerica #LoveReading #SchoolNameHere
SUN Bucks will use the mailing address on file in PowerSchool to send the cards. If your address has changed, please contact your child’s school to update it as soon as possible. SUN Bucks is pulling contact information next week.
This program is not run by Chambers County Schools. For full details, please visit the Alabama SUN Bucks website.
https://www.alabama-sunbucks.com/#
Today our new flags were proudly raised, adding even more beauty to the front of our school right here in the great city of LaFayette, Alabama.
The American flag and Alabama state flag are powerful symbols of freedom, unity, pride, and the values we teach our students every day. They serve as daily reminders of respect, responsibility, and community.
A very special thank you to Mr. Billingsley, our National Honor Society sponsor, and our outstanding National Honor Society students for sponsoring the new flags for our school. Your leadership and service truly make a difference!
We are proud to be Bulldogs and proud to call LaFayette home! 🖤💛
#BulldogPride #EastsideStrong #LaFayetteAL #ServiceLeadershipExcellence
🖤💛 Bulldog Pride! 💛🖤
We here at Eastside are cheering loud and proud for our high school, LaFayette High School Bulldogs, as they compete today in Montgomery, AL! 🐾
We are claiming victory and sending nothing but positive energy their way! Let’s go, Bulldogs! 💪🏽🏆
📣 Important Reminder for Parents & Students:
Students attending the game must bring proof of their ticket to ensure their absence is excused.
Acceptable proof includes:
• A physical game ticket
• A printed screenshot of the ticket
• A printed email confirmation if purchased online through the GoFan portal
Thank you for your support, and again, best of luck to our Bulldogs! 🖤💛
#BulldogPride #EastsideStrong #GoBulldogs
👏 Congratulations on achieving 96% weekly attendance! 👏
We know sickness happens and unexpected things pop up that are out of our control. However, when students are able to be present, we encourage them to be at school, because attendance truly matters!
Thank you to our families for partnering with us and helping our students succeed. Keep showing up and shining bright! 🌟📚
👟🧢 Caps & Crocs Day Fundraiser is happening on Friday, March 6th!
For just $2.00, students can rock their favorite hat and crocs all day long! 💵 Money is due by the morning of Friday, March 6th to your homeroom teacher.
It’s a fun way to stay comfy, show some style, and support our school at the same time! 🖤💛
🐄🎉 We had a special visitor on campus this week!
The Chick-fil-A Cow stopped by to help us get PUMPED UP for our upcoming Spirit Night at Chick-fil-A! Our students were all smiles and loved the surprise visit. ❤️🤍
#SchoolSpirit #SpiritNight #ChickfilA #CommunitySupport
We are proud to join Operation Wipe Out's mission! Together, we can work to eliminate cervical cancer in Alabama through education, regular screenings, and vaccination.
Let's protect our community and stay informed. Knowledge is the first step toward a cure!
Honoring Black History Month at Chambers County School District
With gratitude, we recognize these former members of our CCSD family for their years of service to our students and community. We were honored to celebrate them at the Board meeting on February 18, 2026.
🔹Deborah Stringer — Para Professional, Fairfax & WF Burns (1979–2023) • 44 years
🔹Barbara Smith — Central Office Receptionist (1976–2016) • 40 years
🔹Inez Brooks — Teacher, Fairfax Elementary (1990–2016) • 26 years
🔹JoAnne Magby — Bookkeeper & Secretary, J. P. Powell (1997–2023) • 26 years
🔹Rosa Holloway — Bus Driver, CCBOE (1998–2024) • 26 years
🔹Lisa Askew‑Fleetion — Teacher & Counselor, Fairfax Elementary (1995–2020) • 25 years
🔹Tammy Darden — Bus Driver, CCBOE (2000–2024) • 25 years
🔹Fannie Edwards — Child Nutrition Program Worker, Eastside Elementary (1997–2021) • 22 years
🔹LaShae Herring — Teacher, LaFayette Lanier Elementary & Member, CCBOE Board (1990–2011) • 21 years; continuing service on the Board
Thank you for your leadership, dedication, and lasting impact on Chambers County Schools.
#BlackHistoryMonth #CCSDProud #ChambersCountySchools #ThankYou #PublicEducation #StudentSuccess #CommunityStrong
Join us Today, February 18th from 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM for an evening of great food, community connection, and school pride.
A portion of the evening’s proceeds will benefit Eastside John P. Powell Magnet School, helping support our students, programs, and future success. Every meal makes a difference!
Bring your family, invite your friends, and don’t forget to mention you’re there to support Eastside when you order.
Let’s show our Eagle spirit and make this a great night for our school community! 💙📚
#EastsideStrong #SpiritNight #CommunitySupport
Students can enjoy a fun treat with snacks including chips, cookies, and soda, a perfect way to end the week.
💵 Please remember:
To help everything run smoothly, students are encouraged to bring correct change, as teachers and the front office will not be able to provide change.
⏰ Important:
The front office will accept money until 9:00 a.m. CST. After that time, snack shack payments will no longer be accepted for the day.
Thank you for your continued support in helping make Snack Shack a smooth and enjoyable experience for our students! 🐾💛
Events like this truly represent what we live by at Eastside John P Powell Magnet School, “Growing brighter every day.” 💡
A huge shoutout to our amazing Math Coach, Ms. Morgan Smith, and to everyone who played a part in making this night a success. Your dedication and support made all the difference! 💛📚
📢 Eastside Families — We Need Your Voice! 🐾💛
At Eastside JPP Magnet Elementary School, your feedback matters! We ask all parents and guardians to take a few minutes to complete our Family Survey.
Your input helps us:
✔ Strengthen student learning
✔ Improve communication
✔ Enhance school programs and events
✔ Continue building a positive school culture
The survey is quick, confidential, and incredibly important to our continuous improvement efforts.
📝 Please complete the survey by March 31
🔗Parent Survey for ESJPP OR attached QR code
Together, we can continue building a Brighter Future for our Bulldogs! Thank you for your partnership and support. 💛🐾
Link: Parent Survey for ESJPP
Eastside JPP Magnet Elementary School invites you to our Black History Program, featuring student performances and presentations on Black literacy and history.
🗓 February 20
⏰ 8:30 AM
📍 Eastside JPP Magnet Elementary School Cafeteria
Our students have been working hard to showcase the powerful impact of Black leaders, authors, and changemakers who continue to shape our world. This program will celebrate culture, courage, creativity, and community.
We look forward to seeing our families and community members come out to support our Bulldogs as they shine!
The Chambers County School District is helping spread awareness for heart health this Friday by wearing red!
Eastside J.P. Powell Magnet School students are encouraged to join us by wearing red as we raise awareness for heart health. We are also proud to wear red in support of one of our dedicated teachers, Miss April Dark, who has undergone heart operations and continues to inspire us every day by making a positive impact on the lives of students here at Eastside.
Let’s come together, show our support, and spread awareness! ❤️
Today we proudly held our National Honor Society Induction Ceremony, welcoming our newest members and recognizing our returning Honor Society students. ✨
We continue to be amazed by the hard work, dedication, and commitment these students demonstrate in their academic journeys and in upholding the values of our school. Their perseverance and character truly set an inspiring example for our entire community.📚🖤💛
We are deeply grateful to everyone who attended and helped us celebrate and honor these outstanding students.
Our goal is always to motivate, encourage, and support all students as they strive for success. 🌟
Tuesday, February 17, 2026, is a staff professional development day (no school for students).
Students will return to school on Wednesday, February 18, 2026.
Enjoy the long weekend, and we’ll see everyone back on the 18th!
📣 Reminder!
Our National Honor Society Induction Ceremony for new members will be held on
🗓 Wednesday, February 11th
⏰ 9:00 AM CST
📍 School Cafeteria
Current National Honor Society members will also be recognized during the ceremony.
Parents and community members are welcome to attend as we celebrate our students’ achievements. 🎉
