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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].

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

Student Handbook


WE ❤ OUR JAGUARS!

FEATURES

PBIS Behavior Expectations

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

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