Family Connection of Gordon CountyNEWS -
Week of January 26, 2015
JOB FAIR Hosted by Goodwill for Beaulieu of America at VAC Training Room this Friday, 1/30, from 1:00 – 4:00 pm. Openings for new team members at Calhoun Fibers Facility. Bring resume or work history or apply online at Ample parking in back lot of VAC!
Job Opportunity Bus Drivers are needed by Calhoun City Schools. CDL w/PS endorsement, safe driving record and background check required. Training available. Call 706-629-2900.
Waffles and Wine at The Velo Enjoy refreshments, music and a sneak peek of The Velo construction project this Saturday evening, 1/31, from 6:30 – 8:30 pm at 106 No. Wall St. Music by The Van Lears. The event benefits Jackie and Cawood to support The Gem and United Way.
SUICIDE PREVENTION DAY AT THE CAPITOL Please take time to speak for Georgia youth who can no longer speak for themselves. Join the effort at the Capitol on Thursday, 2/5, starting at 9:00 am. One out of every TEN students has seriously considered suicide in the last 12 months. One out of every TWENTY students has attempted suicide in the last 12 months. For more information or to register contact Sheri McGuinness, SPAN-GA, at 770-354-7616 or email
It’s Registration time!Applications for 2015-2016 Pre-K slots atCalhoun City Schools are now available online at will also be available in hard copy at our Pre-K building at 380 Barrett Rd beginning Monday, February 2. Applications will be accepted beginning February 2 through Friday, March 31, at the Barrett Rd location. Letters of acceptance will be distributed the week of April 20. Forquestions or concerns regarding the registration process - call 706-629-2900.
Tallatoona Head Start Openings Contact Head Start at 706-625-3306 for more information to enroll your child. Child must be 3 years of age on/before September 1st.
Job Announcement Highland Rivers is seeking a Licensed Social Service Provider 1 in Polk County. Send resume to
Healing, Hope and Faith Dr. Beth-Sarah Wright, inspirational speaker and writer, will be speaking on Thursday, Feb. 5, at 6:00 pm at St. Timothy’s Episcopal Church, 224 Trammell St. in downtown Calhoun. All are welcome to this FREE event. A reception and book signing will follow.
MOTHER/DAUGHTER EDUCATIONAL EVENT Call for your reservation today for the 2nd Mother/Daughter Cancer Prevention Education Event on Tuesday, 3/3, from 6 – 8:00 pm. This event is free to mothers/guardians of girls ages 11+. Call 706-602-5139 for more information or to register.
Mandated Reporters: Critical Links in Protecting Children in Georgia Check out this FREE online training to help Georgia mandated reporters recognize the signs of child abuse and neglect, their legal obligations related to reporting suspected abuse and neglect, and how to make a report.
1-800-CHILDREN The helpline is a statewide information and referral number for anyone concerned about the healthy development of children and prevention of child abuse and neglect. The helpline supports families and parents an connects the with appropriate resources in their community. Calls accepted Monday to Friday from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
For questions, contact Family Connection of Gordon County Coordinator Roberta Charbonneau,702-602-5139 or email