School News

Money Masters 

Lisa James is leading a free financial literacy program through Modern Woodmen Fraternal Financial for the parents, teachers, staff, and the overall Camden County Community.  

The workshop is a 5-session series that will take place over the course of 5 weeks. You have the option for signing up to attend the workshop on Tuesday evenings or Thursday evenings. The sessions will last for  45-60 minutes and will be held at the Professional Learning Building at the BOE from 6:15pm-7:15pm.
Session #1  Tuesday, October 18, 2022     Thursday, October 20, 2022
Session #2  Tuesday, October 25, 2022     Thursday, October 27, 2022
Session #3  Tuesday, November 1, 2022    Thursday, November 3, 2022
Session #4  Tuesday, November 8, 2022    Thursday, November 10, 2022
Session #5  Tuesday, November 15, 2022   Thursday, November 17, 2022

 CLICK HERE TO REGISTER! 

About Us

Matilda Harris

Welcome to Matilda Harris Elementary

Home of the Jaguars, Matilda Harris Elementary School (MHES) is named after Matilda Tompkins (Ann) Harris. Matilda Harris was the first female African American teacher in Camden County who began her 60 year educational career in 1871. Admired for her personal qualities and her leadership abilities, the General Assembly of the State of Georgia designated the Camden County Training School as the Matilda Harris Elementary School on February 18, 1964.

VISION

The faculty and staff of Matilda Harris Elementary encourage and motivate all students to be successful, lifelong learners.

PURPOSE
We recognize and accept students as individuals and provide a quality learning environment to prepare them to become productive, responsible citizens.

BELIEFS 
1. Education is the shared responsibility of the school system, the students, the parents, and the community.
2. Every child deserves a safe and nurturing learning environment.
3. Highly effective and qualified personnel are essential for student achievement.
4. Differentiated instruction is vital to meeting the needs of all
students.
5. Cultural diversity enriches the school environment.

Matilda Harris Elementary
1100 Lake Boulevard
Kingsland, GA 31548
Phone: (912) 729-2940

School Hours:
8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Building opens at 8:00 AM


Sykora Cobb
Mrs. Sykora Cobb
Principal


James Workman
Mr. James Workman
Teaching & Learning Specialist


Melissa Armentrout
Mrs. Melissa Armentrout
Guidance Counselor

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WE ❤ OUR JAGUARS!

FEATURES

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Temporary positions are available for tutors with a valid GA teaching certificate in Early Childhood Education or passed a GACE Early Childhood content assessment. Interested candidates should contact the principal, Mrs. Sykora Cobb, directly for details at (912) 729-2940 or [email protected].

Attendance matters at MHES! Read the attendance policy and procedures here.

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