Colquitt County Educational Foundation

05/28/2026

"A mentor is someone who sees more talent and ability within you than you see in yourself... and helps bring it out of you." — Bob Proctor 💚

Our students need that person. Could it be you?

The Colquitt County Educational Foundation is hosting FREE mentor training on Monday, June 22 from 8:30 to 10:30 AM. In just two hours, you could be equipped to make a lasting difference in the life of a child right here in our community.

Space is limited — register today and show up for Colquitt County's kids!
🔗 https://www.brightercolquitt.org/contact

05/27/2026

Summer is officially here, Colquitt County! We hope every student, teacher, and family is soaking up every single moment of a well-earned break.

While the school bells may be quiet, learning never really stops, and neither does the Colquitt County Educational Foundation! We are already busy planning and preparing for another incredible year of investing in our kids and our community.

Wishing every family in Colquitt County a safe, fun, and refreshing summer. Enjoy every minute! 💚🌊

05/26/2026

Did you know that children's books contain 50% more rare words than primetime television shows?

That means every time you curl up with a book and a child, you are giving them a vocabulary lesson they simply cannot get anywhere else. Reading together is one of the most powerful things a family can do, and it does not have to take long. Just a few pages a day can make a world of difference.

This summer, we encourage every family in Colquitt County to keep the books open! Visit your local library, dig out old favorites, and make reading part of your daily routine. 💚

05/22/2026

One book, lots of ways to read! Let's spend a few minutes with Salley discovering new ways to read some of your favorite children's books.

This week, we are reading and making sounds with a classic: The Very Hungry Caterpillar's ABC.

You may recognize Salley Edwards from our previous videos! Salley is an early childhood educator with more than 25 years of experience and the author of The Brilliance of Babies board book series. She also contributes content for the Rollins Center for Language and Literacy's free online platform and Cox Campus. A Moultrie local and proud CCEF board member, Salley brings her passion for early literacy to everything she does.

05/21/2026

What a way to end the year! Cox Elementary School celebrated the incredible mentors who showed up week after week for their students this year. These relationships are at the heart of what the Colquitt County Educational Foundation believes in, one caring adult can change everything for a child.

To every mentor who gave their time, their encouragement, and their heart this school year, THANK YOU. You are making a difference that will last long after the school bell rings for the last time this summer. 💚

We cannot wait to see even more mentors in classrooms across Colquitt County next year!

05/21/2026

The school year may be wrapping up, but our May newsletter is packed with stories worth reading! From end of year celebrations to free family resources and a look at what is ahead, you will not want to miss this one. Sign up to have it delivered straight to your inbox.

https://www.brightercolquitt.org/resources

05/20/2026

Today we celebrate! 🎉

Happy Last Day of School to every student, teacher, and staff member across Colquitt County!

And to the Colquitt County High School Class of 2026, CONGRATULATIONS! 🎓 You did it! This community is so incredibly proud of everything you have accomplished and so excited to see what comes next. The future is yours!

From all of us at the Colquitt County Educational Foundation, thank you for letting us be a small part of your journey. Now go celebrate! You have earned every bit of it! 💚

05/18/2026

📺 PBS recently aired an episode of Your Fantastic Mind that takes a beautiful, research-backed look at what it truly takes to become a reader.

The episode features the incredible work of the Atlanta Speech School and the Rollins Center for Language and Learning, including their Talk with Me Baby program — a hospital-based initiative so impactful it caught the attention of Harvard researchers.

This is exactly the kind of work the Colquitt County Educational Foundation believes in. Watch and share with every parent, educator, and community member you know.

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This episode explores how brain development can be shaped from pregnancy through the school years. In one story, a program promoting early language exposure ...

05/14/2026

🚨 FREE Webinar Alert! 🚨

Colquitt County Educational Foundation wants YOU to know about this incredible resource for families!

Engaging Families in Math Through Storybooks
May 28, 2026 | 2:00 PM | Online

Here's the truth: math doesn't have to feel hard or intimidating. When it's woven into the stories your family already loves, it becomes natural, fun, and powerful.

Learn how to:
Spot math in everyday storybooks
Start meaningful math conversations with your kids
Become a confident partner in your child's learning

Presented by the National Center for Families Learning. Open to ALL families, educators, and community members.

https://ncfl.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_CdaZ2Q1sSJuPBLt7KflA0Q

05/13/2026

𝐌𝐞𝐞𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐂𝐂𝐄𝐅 𝐁𝐨𝐚𝐫𝐝!

"SRTC is a partner organization of CCEF, which is how I originally became involved, but I've remained on the board because of the importance of this committee and the work we're doing to help those in our community. Reading is a critical element for the success of any person. We've been able to provide reading resources from birth through early literacy efforts, while also building a strong mentoring program with our community partners. The results we are seeing in our students' progress are very encouraging. The lasting effect is to help build a stronger future workforce for Colquitt County. The success of CCEF directly impacts everyone in Colquitt County. Supporting CCEF means investing in literacy, mentoring, innovation, and opportunity — efforts that benefit students today and the entire community for generations. It gives everyone a chance to thrive."

Leigh Wallace
Executive Vice President & Vice President for Student Affairs, Southern Regional Technical College

05/13/2026

It's National Limerick Day, and we want to hear from YOU!

Write a limerick about why you support CCEF or the cause closest to your heart. We'll feature our favorites!

Need inspiration? Here's ours:

There once was a team full of drive,
Who helped their community thrive.
With donors and cheer,
They showed up each year —
Keeping hope and great work alive!

Share yours in the comments. ↓