Last Updated: 01 October 2024

This announcement serves as notice that the Georgia PTCO board will be voting on a budget announcement at our regularly scheduled monthly meeting of November 19th, 2024 at 6:30pm. The adjustment involves adding funding in the amount of $4000 for the Elementary School Yearbook committee, which was ommitted during the initial annual budget creation. All members of the public are welcome to attend.

Last Updated: 27 April 2024

It's that time of year again! The annual Georgia PTCO Board Elections are just around the corner. Voting will happen at the monthly regular meeting of May 21st, 2024 at 6:30pm in the GEMS school library. This year, we've added a new board position of Communications Director that needs to be filled. The description for this position is:

1. Manage the official Georgia PTCO Internet and social media presence.
2. Strengthen communication between the parents, administration, teachers and community members about PTCO events.
3. Create a quarterly newsletter.
4. Use email, phone, face-to-face, flyers and other methods to communicate with volunteers, staff, PTCO members, parents, committees and community members.
5. Make sure all publications are approved through PTCO President and Vice President and ensure that they do not use photos, names, age specifics or other identifying details without prior written consent.
6. Develop strategies to improve future communications.

In addition to Communications Director, we also have a vacancy at the Treasurer position which sorely needs filling. While current members at the other board positions (President, Vice-President, Secretary) are planning to remain, anyone can choose to run for any position on election day. You can send a letter of intent to run for any of these positions to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. and This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. (the email needs to be sent to both addresses), or nominations can be made from the floor at the meeting itself. Any potential candidates should be present at the meeting. Any community member aged 18 or over currently residing in the town of Georgia is eligible to run for any of the positions, there's no requirement for candidates to have a child attending GEMS.

If you'd like to familiarize yourself with our current bylaws, you can find those here. If you have any questions, don't hesitate to ask us at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. and we'll reply as soon as possible!

Last Updated: 14 April 2024

The Georgia PTCO and GEMS are very excited to put together a yearbook for the elementary school! This yearbook will cover grades pre-k through 4. We're planning a hardcover book with 40 to 60 full color pages featuring all students, staff, volunteers and the different activities that have been going on throughout the school year.

The cost of this yearbook is $40, available only via pre-order starting NOW through April 13th, 2024. We'll only be printing enough yearbooks to fulfill the orders we receive through April 13th, so please be sure to get your order in by then. The expected delivery date will be in late May.

If you'd like to get a yearbook for your family, but it's currently not possible, please contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. before April 13th to let him know, we'll do our best to accommodate. Our hope is that every family who wants a yearbook can get one.

The ordering window for the elementary school yearbook has closed, thank you for your support!

Last Updated: 13 March 2024

Hello Community,

The Georgia PTCO will be voting to amend its bylaws at our regular monthly meeting of April 16th, 2024 at 6:30pm in the GEMS library. A copy of the proposed amended bylaws can be found here. The purpose of these changes is to add a new board member position to act as a Communications Director. If these amendments are approved, a new board member will be elected to fill this position at the annual elections happening at the May regular monthly meeting.

Last Updated: 11 December 2023

Do you have an elaborate holiday lights display in your front yard? 🎄 Would you like more people to have an opportunity to appreciate it? We're here to get people to gaze upon the results of your hard work.

Read more: Georgia PTCO Holiday Lights Contest

Last Updated: 03 December 2023

Maybe you planned to purchase a small gift for your student's teacher or the staff at GEMS in context of the holiday season. Here's a chance to support needs that are outside the annual school budget and will be utilized to further the GEMS Mission.

Click here for more details!

Last Updated: 08 May 2023

This week is Teacher and Staff Appreciation Week at GEMS. Help us show the GEMS teachers and staff how much we appreciate them! More info can be found by clicking here.

Last Updated: 17 May 2022

Our monthly public meeting is just around the corner! Everyone is welcome to join us on May 17th at 6:30pm at the GEMS Library to stay up to date on the PTCO's activities. If you want to get involved and find out how to do so, this is a great opportunity.

The agenda for this meeting can be found here.