Dates of Interest and School Supply Lists

It is almost that time again!  Click your child's school for the suggested 2024-2025 School Supply List.  Some teachers may request additional supplies that are not listed.  Parents will be notified of those additional supplies at Open House or during the first week of school.  Teachers return to school on Friday, July 26, 2024.  PreK through 12th grade students return to school on Friday, August 2, 2024.

Click here to download a printable version of the 2024-2025 Academic Calendar.

School Supply Lists

Please click on the school name below to download a printable copy of the 2024-2025 school supply list.  These lists will also be available inside our local retailers.

**Please be reminded that PreK is a Bright from the Start program. Therefore, there is not a supply list as the standard/basic supplies are provided. Some schools may ask for items such as a book bag, large towel for naptime, etc.**

Open House Information

Sallas Mahone Elementary School

July 31, 2024

11:00 am - 1:00 pm

Horizon Academy

July 31, 2024

1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

J.L. Lomax Elementary School

July 31, 2024

1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Pinevale Elementary School

July 31, 2024

1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

W.G. Nunn Elementary School

July 31, 2024

1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Valdosta City School of Scholars at
Horne Learning Center

August 1, 2024

11:00 am - 1:00 pm

Valdosta High School

August 1, 2024

11:00 am - 1:00 pm

Valdosta Early College Academy

August 1, 2024

12:00 pm - 2:00pm

J.L. Newbern Middle School

August 1, 2024

1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

S.L. Mason Elementary School

August 1, 2024

1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Valdosta Middle School

August 1, 2024

1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Dates of Interest

J.L. Newbern Middle School Locker & ID Day

July 30 and July 31, 2024
1:00 - 4:00 pm

 Valdosta Middle School Locker & ID Day
July 25, 2024
1:00-4:00pm

 Valdosta High School

Car Decal Pickup ($40) Tuesday, July 23, 2024
VHS Rotunda (Front Offices)

SENIORS:  10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Underclassmen:  2:00 pm - 3:30 pm
Click here to download the parking registration form.

 Pay with cash, check or money order on July 23, 2024.  Students can pre-pay online with debit/credit card
If you pay before you arrive, bring printed out receipt for proof of payment.

All students planning to purchase a parking pass must bring their driver's license, the school will make a copy to keep on file.  The license must be a Class C or D license in order to purchase a decal.   Students cannot purchase a decal with a Class CP (Learners Permit). 

VHS Freshman Orientation
Tuesday, July 23, 2024
5:00 - 7:00 pm | VHS Gymnasium

Valdosta City School of Scholars at Horne Learning Center Orientation
MIDDLE SCHOOL: Wednesday, July 24, 2024 at 9:00 am or 1:00 pm
HIGH SCHOOL: Thursday, July 25, 2024 at 9:00 am or 1:00 pm

Kindergarten through 5th Grade School Uniform

K-5 School Uniform Graphic

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