Mailing Address
Diamond Elementary School
482 Davis Ave
Fort Stewart, GA 31315
Principal: Linda Kidd
Assistant Principal: Dr. Odessa Morman
Phone: (912) 876-5797
Fax: (912) 876-8350

Clubs and Activities

Diamond Elementary supports its students by providing them with many opportunities for active involvement outside the classroom. These supports include:

Academic Awards Assemblies are held quarterly to recognize those students in grades four through six who achieve high honors. Certificates and honor pins are presented by the Principal to the students in two categories. Distinguished Honor certificates are presented to those students who earned all A's. High Honor certificates are presented to those students who earned all A's and B's.

BOOK IT is a reading incentive program sponsored by the local Pizza Hut. Each teacher who chooses for their class to participate sets a goal for individual students in their classroom. Students ear free indvidual pizzas for meeting their goals. The program is held yearly from October through March.

Diamond Ambassadors are sixth graders who meet and greet visitors and serve as tour guides for the school.

Diamond Performers is a singing and dancing group of third, fourth, fifth, and sixth graders. Practices will be held each Monday 2:30-4:00 PM. ***

The Homework Club provides assistance to students in grades 3-6 that need help with homework. Guidance is provided by school staff and volunteers. Grades 3-4 will meet each Monday 2:30-4:00. Grades 5-6 will meet each Wednesday 2:30-4:00. ***

The Literacy Club is a comprehensive reading intervention club for students in grades 1-6. Grades 1-2 will meet each Monday 2:30-4:00. Grades 3-6 will meet each Wednesday 2:30-4:00.***

The Marathon Club is a running and fitness group of fourth, fifth, and sixth graders. Students will meet each Monday 2:30-4:00.***

The Meeter/Greeter Program is a student welcoming program. Students welcome and transition new students into ou school family.

Reading Counts is a voluntary reading program that encourages students to read for enjoyment. Students choose books on their lexile levels, read the book and take a test on the computer. Diamond educators believe in enhancing the enjoyment of reading and through this program students are recognized in their respective classrooms for their efforts.

Star Student of the Month is a program sponsored by the PTA to recognize students who best exemplify the chosen character trait of the month (Gator Traits). The PTA hosts an evening meeting once a month to honor two star students from each class. Students are presented with a certificate, star student pencil and a Diamond Elementary School "dog tag" pendant. Pictures of the students earning this recognition are posted outside each classroom.

"Study Buddies" are peer helpers who assist younger students in various grade levels throughou the school. These older students serve as role models for the younger students.

WDGTV is a student produced news program which is broadcast each morning from the media center. The majority of the students are in the 5th and 6th grades. The students operate the camera, computer and other technical equipment. The students lead the pledge and share information for the day including Gator Traits, awards, menu, weather, and interesting daily trivia. Special class activities and presentations are broadcast throughout the year.

***Please note that all club activities are held on Mondays and Wednesdays. Students must have parental permission to attend club activities. Buses will be provided for those students whose parents cannot pick them up. However, if you decide to pick up your child/ren, you must pick them up in the designated pickup and drop area known as "Kiss and Ride" (located in front of the gym).

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