Jones County Board of Education in Gray: Meetings, Calendar & Parent Routes
For families in Gray and across Jones County, the Board of Education page is only one part of the school system. Meeting schedules and policies run through the Board and Simbli, while enrollment, buses, school calendars, records, jobs and student services have their own district routes.
This guide puts those pieces together using the current 2026–27 Jones County School System information, with extra attention to dates and procedures that are easy to misunderstand or miss.
Jones County Board of Education Gray GA at a glance
The Jones County School System is headquartered at 125 Stewart Avenue, Gray, GA 31032. The district website currently describes the system as serving PreK–12 students through eight schools and lists more than 5,000 students and 300 educators.
Dr. Jessica B. Graves is named as Superintendent on the current 2026–27 Board meeting schedule. The same schedule lists Ginger Bailey, Michael J. Gordon, Dr. Nancy Greene Nash, Brady Skinner and Kimbrell Washburn as Board members.
Do not confuse districts: this article covers Jones County School System headquartered in Gray, Georgia. Jones County Public Schools in North Carolina is a different school system with different Board meetings, offices and calendars.
Board of Education, Central Office and individual schools are not the same contact
A Board question is usually about governance: Board meetings, policy, agendas, public participation, official Board actions or public records. A parent trying to enroll a child, fix a bus issue or speak with a school should usually start somewhere else.
Board of Education
Use Board resources for meeting schedules, Simbli agendas, Board policies, work sessions, public-participation rules and meeting recordings.
Central Office
Use the district Central Office for centralized K–12 enrollment, district administration, open records and other system-level services.
Your child’s school
Start with the school for classroom matters, attendance, day-to-day schedules, school events and most student-specific questions.
Student privacy: a public Board meeting is not the right place to publish a child’s medical information, disability records, discipline details, grades, Social Security number, residency documents or other private education records.
Jones County Board of Education 2026–27 meeting dates
The district’s current FY2027 schedule is especially important because it no longer matches the simple “second Tuesday” wording that still appears in the footer of parts of the district website. Beginning with July 2026, the published meeting calendar uses Mondays.
As of October 2, 2026, the next listed regular Board meeting is Monday, October 19 at 6:00 p.m. The district specifically notes that this meeting is on the third Monday because Fall Break conflicts with the usual October timing.
| Date | Work session | Board meeting | What to notice |
|---|---|---|---|
| July 13, 2026 | — | 6:00 p.m. | FY2027 schedule begins. |
| Aug. 10, 2026 | — | 6:00 p.m. | Regular Board meeting. |
| Sept. 14, 2026 | 5:00 p.m. | 6:00 p.m. | Work session and regular meeting on the same date. |
| Oct. 19, 2026 | — | 6:00 p.m. | Third Monday because of Fall Break conflict. |
| Nov. 9, 2026 | 5:00 p.m. | 6:00 p.m. | Work session precedes regular meeting. |
| Dec. 14, 2026 | — | 6:00 p.m. | Final listed 2026 meeting. |
| Jan. 11, 2027 | — | 6:00 p.m. | First listed 2027 Board meeting. |
| Feb. 8, 2027 | 5:00 p.m. | 6:00 p.m. | Work session precedes regular meeting. |
| Mar. 8, 2027 | 5:00 p.m. | 6:00 p.m. | Work session precedes regular meeting. |
| Apr. 12, 2027 | — | 6:00 p.m. | Regular Board meeting. |
| May 10, 2027 | — | 6:00 p.m. | Regular Board meeting. |
| June 14, 2027 | — | 6:00 p.m. | Final meeting on the published FY2027 schedule. |
Do not plan from the footer alone: pages on the district site still display “2nd Tuesday of every month,” while the separate 2026–27 Board schedule lists Monday meetings. For an actual visit, use the dated FY2027 schedule and current Simbli notice.
Open the current Board/Simbli page and confirm the agenda, date, location and any special notice. A work session, called meeting or revised notice can differ from the annual schedule.
How to find Jones County BOE agendas and meeting records
Jones County links its Board of Education portal to Simbli. The district also maintains a separate video archive, which is useful when you need to watch a completed meeting rather than simply read its agenda.
Start from the district Board link
The Jones County Quick Links page sends Board visitors to the official district-linked Simbli system.
Match the meeting date
Use the current 2026–27 schedule to make sure you are opening the correct meeting, especially around work sessions and the October Fall Break exception.
Read the agenda before the meeting
An agenda shows planned business. It should not be treated as proof that an item was ultimately approved, rejected or amended.
Use the recording for past meetings
The district video page currently includes 2026 regular meeting recordings, including meetings from January through September.
Simbli Board portal
Use for official Board information, agenda materials and current meeting-management resources.
Meeting recordings
Use the district’s JC BOE Meeting Recordings page when you want to review a posted video of an earlier meeting.
Speaking at a Jones County Board meeting
The district currently highlights a “Public Participation in Board Meetings” reminder and links separate Policy and Regulations pages through its Board menu. Because participation rules can be revised, use those current Board documents rather than assuming the procedure from another Georgia district.
Why this section does not invent a speaking limit: the district’s indexed reminder exposes links to its policy and regulations, but the current Simbli policy text was not reliably retrievable during this research. The live policy should control the sign-up method and time limits.
Jones County Board members and Superintendent
The current FY2027 Board schedule names five Board members. The district’s current employee handbook identifies Ginger Bailey as Chair and Dr. Nancy Nash as Vice Chair.
Ginger Bailey
Role: Chair
Dr. Nancy Nash
Role: Vice Chair
Michael J. Gordon
Board member listed on the FY2027 meeting schedule.
Brady Skinner
Board member listed on the FY2027 meeting schedule.
Kimbrell Washburn
Board member listed on the FY2027 meeting schedule.
Dr. Jessica B. Graves
Role: Superintendent of Jones County School System.
Board rosters can change: verify the current Simbli or district Board information before using a member’s title or status in formal correspondence.
Jones County Schools calendar: dates families should know
The academic calendar is separate from the Board meeting calendar. For 2026–27, Jones County students started classes on August 4, 2026. The calendar includes a full Fall Break in October, a Thanksgiving-week break and a late-March/early-April Spring Break.
| Date | Calendar event | Family planning note |
|---|---|---|
| July 29–Aug. 3, 2026 | Pre-planning | Staff preparation before students return. |
| Aug. 4, 2026 | First Day for Students | First instructional day of 2026–27. |
| Sept. 7 | Labor Day Holiday | District holiday. |
| Oct. 12–16 | Fall Break | This break is why the October BOE meeting is scheduled for Oct. 19. |
| Nov. 23–27 | Holiday Break | Full Thanksgiving-week break. |
| Dec. 21–Jan. 1 | Holidays | Winter holiday period. |
| Jan. 4, 2027 | Teacher PL | Professional-learning day; students do not return yet. |
| Jan. 5 | Students Return | Classes resume after winter break. |
| Jan. 18 | Holiday | No normal student day. |
| Feb. 12–15 | Student Break | Feb. 12 is also listed as Teacher PL; Feb. 15 is a holiday. |
| Mar. 26 | Student Holiday / Teacher PL | Students are out before Spring Break. |
| Mar. 29–Apr. 2 | Spring Break | Full district Spring Break. |
| May 25 | Last Day for Students | End of the student calendar. |
| May 26–28 | Post-planning | Staff post-planning after students finish. |
Use the live district calendar before making nonrefundable arrangements. Weather, Board action or emergency closures can create changes after the annual PDF is published.
How to register a new K–12 student in Jones County Schools
Jones County changed its process in 2026. Effective March 16, 2026, new K–12 enrollment became centralized at the district Central Office. Families complete the online registration and document upload first, then book an in-person appointment with Centralized Registration to finish enrollment.
Complete the online student registration
Start from the district’s current K–12 registration page and upload the required documentation.
Gather the child’s required records
Jones County currently lists a certified birth certificate, Georgia Immunization Record Form 3231, Vision-Hearing-Dental-Nutrition Form 3300, the child’s Social Security card and the guardian’s driver’s license.
Prepare proof of residency
The acceptable evidence depends on whether the family owns or rents the residence. Do not assume a water, cable or internet bill is enough.
Request records from the previous school
The district says families may need the withdrawal form and transcript or final report card, plus critical and specialized records. These should be sealed or sent by the previous school.
Book the Centralized Registration appointment
After the online step, schedule the required in-person appointment to finalize enrollment.
Homeowner residency proof
The current instructions require a property-tax statement or mortgage statement, plus a current power bill.
Renter residency proof
Provide a rental agreement with start/end dates or month-to-month terms, plus two additional approved proofs such as an electrical bill, paycheck stub, car insurance or bank statement showing the address.
Utility-document exception: Jones County says a water, cable or internet bill is not accepted as residency proof unless the guardian’s driver’s license shows the same address.
Jones County Pre-K registration is not the same as K–12 enrollment
Pre-K has a separate registration page and contact route. The current Pre-K instructions ask for the certified birth certificate, Form 3231, Form 3300, the child’s Social Security card, the guardian’s driver’s license and applicable proof of residency.
Jones County school choice and out-of-district tuition
The current School Choice page separates resident transfer requests from the out-of-district tuition option. A separate request is required for each child, and the published process applies to students in kindergarten through grade 12.
K–12 school choice
Applications are reviewed by the district’s School Choice Committee. The Centralized Enrollment Specialist sends decisions by email.
Out-of-district tuition
The 2026–27 School Choice guidance lists tuition at $2,500 per student per year for approved out-of-district tuition students.
Pre-K exception: the district says Pre-K students do not qualify for transfers or tuition under this School Choice process.
Check the active district page for current application windows, available choices and instructions before submitting anything.
Jones County school bus registration and My Ride K-12
Jones County uses My Ride K-12 for bus rider registration. The district’s 2026–27 instructions say a separate form must be completed for each child who will ride a bus to or from school.
Using a computer
Sign in or create an account, open Forms, choose the 2026–2027 Bus Rider Registration form and complete it for each child.
Using a phone
Install My Ride K-12, sign in or create an account, open the menu, choose Forms, select the 2026–27 Bus Rider Registration and complete one form per child.
Published registration window: the district originally announced May 19–July 19, 2026 for all 2026–27 bus riders. That window has passed. A family enrolling or requesting transportation after that period should use the live My Ride K-12 instructions or contact Transportation rather than assuming the child is already assigned to a route.
Jones County schools and phone numbers
The district currently identifies eight schools in the system: four elementary schools, two middle schools, Jones County High School and Jones County Pre-K. The College and Career Academy is linked separately by the district and is not counted in the homepage’s eight-school total.
Useful local shortcut: if the question is about attendance, a teacher, school pickup, a student schedule or a school event, call the school first. Use the Central Office or Board only when the issue belongs at district level.
Jones County BOE open records vs. student records
Jones County provides an official Open Records Request route for qualifying public district records. The district states that requests may be filed under O.C.G.A. 50-18-71 and that administrative or copying charges can apply.
Public / Board records
Use the district’s records route for qualifying public records related to district operations, Board matters and other public documentation.
Private student records
Transcripts, medical records, individualized education records, discipline files and other protected student information should go through the appropriate school or district student-record process instead.
Check Open JCSS before filing a request. The transparency page groups budget and financial documents, performance information, records and Open Records/Open Meetings resources.
Applying for a Jones County School System job
The district directs prospective employees to an online Recruitment and Hiring application. Applicants can apply for one or more openings, submit applications electronically, attach a résumé or cover letter and update their application later.
Application access
The online application is available 24 hours a day. Use the current vacancies link rather than a cached job result because school openings can close.
What happens afterward
The district says departments review completed applications and selected candidates are invited to interview. Because of application volume, the district does not contact every applicant individually about status.
Parent Portal, meals and district family resources
Not every school task belongs on the Board page. Jones County’s Quick Links include Infinite Campus Parent Portal, Parent Signup, School Nutrition, New Student Registration and other everyday family tools.
Infinite Campus
Use the district-linked Parent Signup and Parent Portal routes for family access to the student-information system.
School Nutrition
Use the district School Nutrition department for meal-program and school-menu information rather than contacting the Board.
Family engagement
Jones County also publishes Family & Community Engagement resources and Title I family support through the district site.
Jones County Board of Education address and contact in Gray
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Jones County Board of Education Gray GA FAQs
Where is the Jones County Board of Education in Gray, Georgia?
Jones County School System lists its Central Office at 125 Stewart Avenue, Gray, GA 31032. The main phone number is 478-986-3032.
When is the next Jones County Board of Education meeting?
As of October 2, 2026, the next meeting listed on the FY2027 schedule is Monday, October 19, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. The district notes that it is on the third Monday because of Fall Break.
Does the Jones County Board always meet on the second Tuesday?
No. Some district website footers still say “2nd Tuesday of every month,” but the official 2026–27 schedule lists Monday meetings from July 2026 through June 2027. Use the current dated schedule and Simbli before attending.
Who are the current Jones County Board of Education members?
The current FY2027 schedule lists Ginger Bailey, Michael J. Gordon, Dr. Nancy Greene Nash, Brady Skinner and Kimbrell Washburn. Current district materials identify Ginger Bailey as Chair and Dr. Nancy Nash as Vice Chair.
Who is the Jones County School System Superintendent?
The current 2026–27 Board meeting schedule identifies Dr. Jessica B. Graves as Superintendent.
When is Jones County Schools Fall Break in 2026?
The official 2026–27 school calendar lists Fall Break for October 12–16, 2026.
When is the last day of school in Jones County for 2026–27?
The official calendar lists May 25, 2027 as the last day for students, followed by post-planning May 26–28.
Where do I register a new K–12 student?
Jones County uses centralized K–12 enrollment. Complete the online registration and document upload, then book the in-person Centralized Registration appointment at the district Central Office.
What documents are needed for Jones County school registration?
The current K–12 instructions list a certified birth certificate, Georgia Form 3231, Georgia Form 3300, the child’s Social Security card, the guardian’s driver’s license and acceptable proof of residency. Prior school records may also be required.
How much is out-of-district tuition in Jones County Schools?
The district’s 2026–27 School Choice information lists out-of-district tuition at $2,500 per student per year for approved tuition students. Pre-K students do not qualify for this transfer or tuition process.
Do students have to register to ride a Jones County school bus?
Yes. Jones County’s 2026–27 transportation instructions use My Ride K-12 and say a registration form must be completed for each child who will ride.
How do I request Jones County School System public records?
The district says Open Records Requests should be emailed to records.request@jones.k12.ga.us. Administrative or copying charges may apply, and the district says it will notify the requester about charges before fulfillment.
Use the live Jones County source for time-sensitive decisions
This page is an independent navigation guide, not the Jones County Board of Education or Jones County School System. Meeting notices, school closures, enrollment procedures, transportation assignments, Board policies and calendar changes can be updated after an article is published.
For a same-day decision, open the official JCSS page or current Simbli entry first. That is especially important before attending a Board meeting, missing school for a calendar date, submitting registration documents or relying on an old bus assignment.
Best next step: identify whether your task belongs to the Board, Central Office, Transportation or your child’s school, then use the corresponding official link above.