Battlefield Newsletter

BES Mission Statement: Our mission is working together to promote high levels of learning for all students.

BES Vision Statement: Building Exceptional Students

• We will create a caring environment where all students can succeed.

• We will work collaboratively to learn, plan and grow as educators in order to promote high levels of achievement.

• We will help our students reach their potential by prioritizing individual student goals, differentiating instruction, and utilizing best practices

• We will work together to encourage and celebrate student success.

• We will give 100% to know and meet the social, academic, and emotional needs of each child.

Goal 2: The percentage of students (all grades) performing at Proficient and Distinguished will improve from 38.2% to 43% on the 2025 EOG Milestones ELA assessment.

Goal 3: The percentage of 5th grade students performing at Developing, Proficient, and Distinguished will improve from 59.3% to 80% on the 2025 EOG Milestones Science assessment.

Ms. Jan Bailey has been announced as the new Battlefield Elementary Principal. Ms. Bailey will officially move into the position on July 1.

Ms. Bailey grew up in Catoosa County and is a proud product of CCPS. She attended Cloud Springs Elementary School and Lakeview Middle School before graduating from Lakeview-Fort Oglethorpe High School.

She earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Elementary Education from the State University of West Georgia, a Master’s degree in Early Childhood Literacy and Reading from Walden University, and an Educational Specialist degree in Curriculum and Instruction from Piedmont University.

Ms. Bailey has dedicated 22 years to education. She began her teaching career at Woodstation Elementary School, where she taught kindergarten, third grade, and fourth grade. For the past 13 years, she has served the students and families of Battlefield Elementary School as a third grade teacher, reading interventionist, EIP teacher, and, currently, as Assistant Principal, a role she has held for the past two years.

Outside of school, Ms. Bailey enjoys spending time with her two children. Her son, Hudson Jax, will be entering second grade, and her daughter, Magnolia Jane, is four years old.

Our 2026–2027 Teacher of the Year is an incredible co-worker, a dedicated professional, and a constant source of positivity and encouragement to both students and staff.

This teacher consistently goes above and beyond in every aspect of their work. With a strong work ethic, a calm and kind spirit, and unwavering devotion to students, she creates a classroom environment where learning is both meaningful and engaging. Her students feel supported, respected, and excited to come to school each day because they know they are cared for and challenged to succeed.

Known for strong classroom management and creative, engaging lessons, this teacher makes learning fun while maintaining high expectations for every student. She brings a positive energy into the building daily and serves as a supportive and encouraging co-worker to everyone around her.

Whether offering words of encouragement, stepping in to help others, or simply being a steady voice of calmness during challenging moments, this educator makes BES a better place for students and staff alike.

Please join me in celebrating and congratulating Mrs. Hillary Waters as our 2026–2027 BES Teacher of the Year!

Today, we are honored to recognize someone who truly embodies dedication, integrity, and service to BES. Our 2026–2027 Staff Member of the Year is a person who consistently goes the extra mile for both students and teachers and makes a lasting difference in our school each and every day.

This individual is known for being kind, caring, organized, dependable, and always willing to help with anything that is needed. Whether working behind the scenes or stepping up to take initiative, they handle every task with excellence and pride. Whatever they do, they do well.

Their loyalty to BES is evident in the countless ways they support our staff, students, and school community. She leads with integrity, works tirelessly without seeking recognition, and can always be counted on when others need support. Simply put, they are one of the hardest working people you will ever meet.

The impact they make often happens quietly behind the scenes, but it never goes unnoticed. BES is stronger and more successful because of their dedication and commitment.

Please join me in celebrating and congratulating Mrs. Andra Herpst as our 2026–2027 BES Staff Member of the Year!

Catoosa County Public Schools Announces a New Communication Platform

Catoosa County Public Schools (CCPS) is excited to announce a major upgrade to district-wide communications. Starting July 1, 2026, the district will transition to ParentSquare, a unified platform designed to streamline communication between schools and families, students, and staff.

Families will receive messages through email, app, voice, or text, helping everyone stay informed and involved!

An account is automatically created for each parent or guardian using the contact information in our student information system. We encourage you to activate your account to download the free mobile app, set your language preferences, and choose how and when you’d like to receive messages.

What you can do with ParentSquare:
1) Receive updates from your school via email, app, or text notification
2) Choose to get posts as they’re shared or bundled in a daily digest
3) View posts, photos, calendars, and important announcements
4) Communicate in your preferred language with automatic translation
5) Send direct messages to teachers and staff
6) Sign up for conferences and school events
7) Fill out forms, sign permission slips, and volunteer
—all in one place

Are you ready to get started? Click HERE for Parent/Guardian resources.