Douglas County Partners In Education

💙 Thanks to the support of our community and our partnership with Papa Johns Pizza, PIE was able to provide essential food items to students and families across Douglas County this summer.

✔️ $3,250 in food purchased
✔️ 23+ schools reached
✔️ 1,968 individuals impacted

Every time the promo code PIE4PIE was used throughout the 25/26 school year, Papa Johns donated 20% back to PIE to help support local students and families.

Thank you for helping us make a difference beyond the classroom. 💙 Learn more about the Summer Nutrition Distribution at www.piedc.org/news ✨

💙 Partnership is one of the most powerful ways to support students and schools.

At PIE, we are grateful for the businesses, organizations, and community members who continue to invest their time, resources, and encouragement into Douglas County schools throughout the year.

Whether it’s supporting school programs, volunteering, donating supplies, mentoring students, or helping meet practical needs, every partnership makes an impact.

Thank you to our PIE Partners for helping us continue to strengthen schools and support students across our community. 👏

Interested in becoming a partner? Learn more at www.piedc.org

✏️ PIE Visits PENCIL in Nashville

Recently, members of the PIE Board traveled to Nashville, TN to meet with PENCIL, a nationally recognized organization known as the gold standard for connecting businesses and communities with schools.

This was our third visit to PENCIL’s headquarters, where we spent time learning new ways to strengthen partnerships, grow our nonprofit, and better serve Douglas County schools and students. 💙

We are grateful for opportunities to learn from organizations making a meaningful impact in education and community engagement.

Learn more about PIE's visit to PENCIL here: www.piedc.org/news
Learn more about PENCIL here: www.pencilforschools.org

💙 What an incredible morning celebrating the power of partnership in Douglas County Georgia Schools at our Year-End Celebration! It was such a meaningful time to reflect on the impact our community has made together throughout this school year.

During the celebration, we were honored to recognize this year’s award recipients:

✨ Ambassador of the Year
Corlissa Wilson - Annette Winn Elementary School Counselor

✨ Partner of the Year
His Boots on the Ground

These individuals and organizations continue to go above and beyond in supporting students, schools, and our community, and we are so grateful for their dedication.

A special thank you to our event sponsor, Georgia Power, for helping make this celebration possible. We would also like to thank our event host, Central Baptist Church, and Atlanta's Finest Catering for providing breakfast for our guests.

Thank you to all of our PIE partners for another year of impact, connection, and support for Douglas County schools.

💙 Learn more about this event at www.piedc.org/news

⏰ It’s not too late to join us!

Our PIE Year-End Celebration is happening tomorrow, and we would love for you to be part of it as we reflect on an incredible year of impact across Douglas County schools. 💙

Join us on Wednesday, May 6 at 7:30 AM in the Central Baptist Church Gymnasium for breakfast, connection, and celebration with fellow community partners, educators, and supporters.

We’re grateful for the support of our event sponsor, Georgia Power, whose partnership helps make this event possible.

During the celebration, we will recognize our Partners of Excellence, honor our Ambassador of the Year, and share highlights from everything PIE has accomplished this past year.

We hope to see you there!

👉 It’s not too late to RSVP: www.piedc.org/events

💙 Partner Spotlight: A true example of showing up for students and schools.

Holly Springs Elementary School recently shared a powerful “PIE Moment” recognizing Kenneth Reddick II and the Brothers Brunch Foundation for the incredible impact they’ve made within their school community.

From organizing dads to greet students each morning, to supporting school safety efforts, to leading initiatives like Dads Read Aloud Day and revitalizing the Outdoor Reading Garden, Mr. Reddick continues to create meaningful ways for families to stay engaged and involved.

He’s also been a guest speaker at Career Day, sharing his professional journey and encouraging students to prioritize both their future and their mental health.

This is what partnership looks like. 👏

We’re so grateful for leaders like Mr. Reddick who are helping strengthen our schools and build up the next generation.

Over the years, we’ve had the privilege of celebrating so many of our amazing PIE partners who continue to show up for our schools in meaningful ways. This year will be no different 💙

Our Year-End Celebration is right around the corner, and we’re looking forward to gathering with our community to reflect on an incredible year for PIE. We’re especially grateful for the support of our event sponsor, Georgia Power, for helping make this celebration possible.

We’ll also be recognizing outstanding partners who continue to make a difference in our schools ✨

Join us on May 6 at 7:30 AM for breakfast, community, celebration, and a look at the impact our partners have made during the 25/26 school year!

👉 RSVP today: www.piedc.org/events

✨ You’re invited to celebrate with us!

Join Partners in Education for our Year-End Celebration on Wednesday, May 6 at 7:30 AM at the Central Baptist Church Gymnasium.

Enjoy breakfast, connect with fellow community partners, and help us celebrate a year of impact across Douglas County schools. 💙

We’ll also be recognizing our Partners of Excellence and honoring our Ambassador of the Year ⭐️ We would love to have you there!

👉 RSVP here: https://www.piedc.org/events

Teacher Appreciation Week is right around the corner, and now is the time to start planning how we show up for the educators who pour into our students every day 💙

Our teachers, administrators, and school staff play a critical role in shaping the future of our community, and this is our chance to say thank you in a meaningful way.

Businesses and community members can get involved by:
✔ Providing meals or treats
✔ Offering discounts or services
✔ Writing notes of encouragement

It doesn’t have to be big to make an impact. Let’s come together as a community and make this week special for our schools.

Learn how to get involved at www.piedc.org/news

Testing season is here, and our students and teachers need our support now more than ever 💙

The Georgia Milestones Assessments (GMAS) begin next week across Douglas County schools, and this is a great opportunity for our community to step in and make a difference.

PIE partners can support by:
✔ Providing snacks or meals
✔ Donating supplies
✔ Offering encouragement to students and staff

These small gestures go a long way in helping students stay focused and confident during testing. If your business or organization is looking for a meaningful way to get involved, this is it.

Learn how you can support local schools at www.piedc.org/news