Oglethorpe County High School is excited to announce Dayon Toomer as the new Head Varsity Boys Basketball Coach!
Coach D. Toomer is a dedicated educator and coach with strong roots in Macon, Georgia. A graduate of Jones County High School, he developed his passion for athletics, leadership, and mentorship at an early age—values that continue to guide his work today.
Coach Toomer earned his Bachelor’s degree from Georgia Southern University, his Master’s degree from Troy University, and his Specialist degree from Valdosta State University. His educational background reflects his commitment to growth and excellence in both the classroom and athletics.
He is currently entering his 16th year as an educator and his 19th year overall in coaching. Coach Toomer is certified in Health & Physical Education and Special Education General Curriculum, allowing him to impact students across multiple areas of development.
Throughout his career, Coach Toomer has been part of several successful programs. As an assistant, he helped lead Swainsboro High School to a Region Championship and Final Four appearance in basketball in 2015, and was part of a State Championship appearance in football at McIntosh County Academy in 2016. While serving as the head coach at Bacon County, he led the team to three playoff appearances in four seasons and helped the program achieve its first two double-digit-win seasons since 2016.
Coach Toomer has also made a strong impact on individual athlete development. He has coached two 1,000-point scorers in basketball and helped develop region champions in track and field, including a Girls’ Long Jump champion and a Boys’ 3200-meter champion in 2022. Earlier in his career, he served as a student assistant coach at Georgia Southern University during the 2008 season.
He believes coaching is an extension of teaching, using athletics as a platform to build discipline, accountability, leadership, and perseverance in student-athletes. His focus goes beyond wins and losses, emphasizing growth, character, and preparation for life after sports.
Coach Toomer is engaged to Antorya, and together they have four children: Chassity, Mason, Carson, and Cionni.
Additionally, Coach Toomer will be on campus tomorrow to meet with prospective basketball students for his team. The high school will make an announcement for students interested in meeting with Coach Toomer at some point during the day.
Please join us in welcoming Coach Toomer to the Oglethorpe County family!
You may also visit https://www.oglethorpe.k12.ga.us/o/ogs/page/social-emotional-learning-support for monthly mental health series calendars and all available resources for you and your family!
Milestones testing begins next week at the elementary school and the following week at the middle school. Please review the attached flyer for helpful testing tips to support your student's success. Please also review with your high school students as they prepare for their End of Course, AP and class exams beginning late April!
Entry forms can be found by visiting NHS Color Fun Run. Any questions, please email Jennifer Yauck at jyauck@oglethorpe.k12.ga.us.
Before his career in education, Coach Lattimore wrestled at the collegiate level at Ellsworth College, Iowa, and Oklahoma City University where he was a NJCAA All-American, three-time national qualifier, and earned a top-eight finish at the NAIA National Championships.
Growing up in the Athens and Winterville area, Lattimore started his coaching debut as the assistant wrestling coach at Clarke Central High School from 2016-2018. He then moved with Coach Tim Stoudenmire to coach at Oglethorpe County High School from 2018–2022, helping lead the team to a State Dual Championship in 2021 and a State Dual Championship Runner-Up finish in 2022.
Most recently, Lattimore has been the Head Wrestling Coach at Cedar Shoals High School in Athens. He has coached six GHSA State Champions and multiple state placers, emphasizing fundamentals, mental toughness, and hard work.
Coach Lattimore is committed to developing well-rounded athletes who value accountability, teamwork, and positive sportsmanship. With his competitive experience and leadership as Head Wrestling Coach, Lattimore plans to continue to build up the established OCHS wrestling program with a focus on athlete development, growth, and excellence!
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Eighth grader, Camden Huff spent Day 23 of the 2026 Georgia Legislative session with House Representative (124) Trey Rhodes. High School students - John Adams, Jack Baldwin, Jake Huff and Lincoln Paradise spent Day 24 with HR Rhodes and HR Steven Sainz of District 180. Georgia State Senator Lee Anderson of Georgia’s 24th Senate District and HR John Corbitt (174) provided an early morning tour and greeting to the Georgia Capitol.
In addition to earning a crisp $10 bill, they each had an opportunity with House Speaker Jon Burns (159) who shared the House Gavel to bang the sound block at the rostrum of the House Chamber.
While their visit occurred before Cross Over Day, they observed bill presentations and voting on many topics including banning cell phones in high school and Math coursing and instruction.
Each year, Georgia recognizes one outstanding senior from every high school as the STAR Student (Student Teacher Achievement Recognition).
To be named a STAR Student, a senior must:
✔️ Have the highest SAT score in their graduating class (taken through one test date)
✔️ Be in the top 10% or top 10 students of the senior class
Once selected, the STAR Student chooses the teacher who has made the greatest impact on their academic journey to be honored as the STAR Teacher.
This incredible program is sponsored statewide by the PAGE (Professional Association of Georgia Educators) and the Georgia Chamber of Commerce.
We are so proud of our Kayden and Mrs. Yauck who represent the very best of our school community!
#STARStudent #STARTeacher #AcademicExcellence
You’re invited to join ParentGuidance.org tomorrow, Tuesday, February 17 at 8pm ET for Ask a Therapist Live. This webinar is an opportunity to ask a licensed clinical therapist questions about parenting, your child’s well-being, or anything that’s been on your mind. Participation is anonymous and free. Visit https://cookcenter.info/ATLFeb17 to register today!
We have also included the free Monthly Mental Health Series Calendar for February. Visit https://www.oglethorpe.k12.ga.us/o/ogs/page/social-emotional-learning-support for all available resources for you and your family!
Get no-cost, one-on-one support from a Parent Coach to help you navigate challenges with your child or family. It's confidential, flexible, and here for you.
Visit https://www.oglethorpe.k12.ga.us/o/ogs/page/social-emotional-learning-support for more information on Parent Coaching and resources available for your family!
