Gator News
August 2026
Gator Families,
November is here, and it is the perfect time to pause and reflect on all the things we have to be thankful for! 🍂🦃 As we enter this season of gratitude, I cannot help but think about how incredibly blessed I am to be the principal of Arbor Springs Elementary. Our students, staff, and families make this school such a special place, and I am reminded daily that being a Gator means being part of something truly wonderful! 💙💚
First, I want to give a HUGE thank you to everyone who helped make our Literacy Family Fun Night such an incredible success! 🎃📚 From the creativity of our teachers and staff to the excitement and smiles on our students' faces, it was truly a night to remember! Seeing our families come together to celebrate reading, learning, and each other is exactly what makes Arbor Springs so special. I am still smiling thinking about all the fun we had!
At Arbor Springs, we continue to encourage our students to Dream Big. Work Hard. Make It Happen. We believe every Gator is capable of achieving great things, and we hold high expectations for both academic excellence and character. We challenge our students to give their best effort, persevere when learning gets tough, and take pride in their growth. This month, as we focus on gratitude and kindness, we also want our Gators to recognize the people who encourage and support them along the way. Success isn't just about what we accomplish, but also about the effort we put forth and the positive impact we make on others. 🐊💚
Please know how thankful I am for YOU! Thank you for trusting us with your children, supporting our teachers, showing up for our school events, and being such an important part of our Gator family. We truly could not do what we do without you!
Let's make November a month filled with kindness, gratitude, learning, and plenty of Gator pride! Remember, no matter the season, we will always Dream Big. Work Hard. Make It Happen.
Happy November, Gator Families! We are so thankful for you! 🦃🍁💙💚
With Gator Pride,
Dr. Adrienne Kocin
Principal, Arbor Springs Elementary School
**Calling All Arbor Springs Veterans and Military Families!**
A special message from our music teacher, Mrs. Culbreth!
During our **Veterans Day Chorus Program on Wednesday, November 11**, we will honor our Arbor Springs family members who have served or are currently serving our country with a special slideshow.
**We would love to include your loved ones!** Please email a photo, name, and brief description of their military service to **staci.culbreth@cowetaschools.net**.
**Submitted a photo in previous years?** No need to resend! Mrs. Culbreth can use your information and pictures from past programs.
Thank you to all who have served and continue to serve our country!
The Arbor Way: Show Up. Dream Big. Work Hard. Make it Happen.
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Arbor Springs Elementary School
Principal: Dr. Adrienne Kocin
Assistant Principal: Lynne Pence
School Counselor: Jazmin Virgil
Literacy Coach: Rebecca Key
Email: adrienne.kocin@cowetaschools.net
Website: arbor.cowetaschools.net
Address: 4840 US-29 Newnan, GA 30265
Phone: 770-463-5903
Facebook: Arbor Springs Elementary