WELCOME TO JOHN L. COBLE ELEMENTARY
HERE IS YOUR QUICK START GUIDE:
Learning, Loving, Living for Jesus
Principal:
Mindy Crecelius
Phone: 706-307-2032
Email: principal@cobleschool.com
What time does school start?
- School starts at 8:00 AM.
- Drop off: 7:45–8:10 AM.
- School ends at 3:00 PM; pick up: 2:50–3:15 PM.
- Fridays: School ends at 2:00 PM; pick up: 1:50–2:15 PM.
What is the school dress code?
- Uniform colors: navy, black, white, yellow, light blue, green.
- Uniforms available at Old Navy, Lands End, Target, Children’s Place, etc.
- Local logo embroidery/screenprinting: Lynn’s Uniform Shop, Rome
What are the options for lunch?
- Hot lunch available daily for $6.25.
- Menu: Check the calendar on the John L. Coble website.
- Money can be added via FACTS Prepay Account.
- No refrigeration/heating for packed lunches.
- Water bottle refilling stations available.
- Peanut-free campus.
How do I pay my student’s bill?
- Log into the Family Portal.
- Choose the Finance tab.
Is there anything special I need to send to school with my student?
- For PreK/Kindergarten: rain boots, rain jacket, water bottle, change of clothes (can be kept in classroom).
If school is cancelled or delayed due to weather or illness, how will I be alerted?
- You will receive a text or email based on your communication preferences selected during registration.
Who do I call with questions?
- Administrative Assistant
Phone: 706-629-1578
Email: office@cobleschool.com - Mrs. Crecelius
Phone: 706-307-2032
Email: principal@cobleschool.com
If my child is sick, what do I do?
- If your child is sick, they must be fever/symptom-free for 24 hours before returning.
- Covid/Strep test may be required after exposure.
- Contact your teacher on Parent Square and let them know.
Dates to remember:
- Spring, fall, and winter breaks, plus holidays.
- Follows Gordon County School system for weather closures.
- Open houses, Fall Festival, etc.
- School calendar
Communication:
- All teacher/classroom communication via Parent Square App.
- Use app for newsletters, field trip forms, after school activities, instant messaging.
- Grades (3–8): Facts Family Portal or FACTS Family App (Android/iPhone).
- For help, contact the school office.
Volunteer:
- All volunteers must complete training and pass a background check (valid for 3 years).
- Start early; it takes time!
- Volunteer Background Check Form
- Choose Southern Union, Georgia Cumberland Conference, and Coble Elementary School.
WELCOME TO OUR FAMILY!