Monday morning could see a low temperature of 20 degrees. With windchill, it could feel as cold as 13 degrees. Please dress children warmly with layers to block the wind. Students at bus stops and walking to school need to use caution. Transportation staff will arrive early to start and warm buses, but delays are possible. Our transportation team will use text and e-mail alerts to communicate any delays if a bus has trouble starting.
The GSCS Country Music Christmas Video Challenge winners were announced at this morning's SMARTER meeting. Congratulations to the School 1st Place Winner, Atkinson Elementary and Department 1st Place Winner, Instructional Technology! Kudos also go to GRCCA for 2nd Place and Most Creative and Moore Elementary for Best Song!
The Literacy Specialist plays a critical role in supporting students who struggle with foundational literacy skills. Using a deep knowledge of the science of reading, this position provides targeted, evidence-based literacy instruction and interventions. The specialist collaborates closely with classroom teachers, families, and school leadership to ensure that instruction is aligned, data-driven, and responsive to individual student needs. This position is ideal for an educator who is passionate about literacy, skilled in assessment and instruction, and committed to ensuring that all students become confident, proficient readers. Read more and apply at: https://www.applitrack.com/griffin/onlineapp/default.aspx?all=1
On Dec. 11, GSCS families can log in to learn about resources to help improve their child's English language development. Join the meeting at either 11 a.m. or 5:30 p.m. at this link: meet.google.com/trc-cbdu-tur or by scanning the QR code.
GSCS held its 5th Annual GSCS Holiday Art Contest, for high school students this year, sponsored by United Bank. First, second and third-place winners received cash prizes. The first-place winners' artwork is featured on the district's Christmas card. Special thanks to United Bank for sponsoring this year's contest! Congratulations to this year's winners:
1st Place – Maria Belen Valero Pena, Spalding High School
2nd Place – Raychul Wilson, Spalding High School
3rd Place – Aubrey King, Griffin High School
1st Place – Maria Belen Valero Pena, Spalding High School
2nd Place – Raychul Wilson, Spalding High School
3rd Place – Aubrey King, Griffin High School
Here are the Griffin-Spalding Board of Education's 2026 Legislative Priorities.
GSCS Department of Exceptional Students is hosting a GVRA & DBHDD Parent Drop-In Day on Dec. 12 from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at the Parent Services Center. Scan the QR code to register.
All GSCS schools & offices will be closed Dec. 22, 2025 - Jan. 2, 2026, for holiday break. GSCS staff & students return on Monday, Jan. 5, 2026.
Register to attend the next GSCS Parent University and learn how to navigate your students' screen time. Scan the QR code to register!
On Dec. 11, GSCS families can log in to learn about resources to help improve their child's English language development.
GSCS December Parent University. Scan the QR code to register.
GSCS will host a job fair on December 16, 2025, at the Flint River Regional Library. Scan the QR code to register!
GSCS Department of Exceptional Students is hosting a Parent Expo on December 4 from 5-7 p.m. at the Griffin Region College & Career Academy.
Thank you to Marukan Vinegar for donating $10,000 to Griffin-Spalding Partners In Education! This money will help fund a REACH Scholarship, classroom/field trip grants, teacher tuition reimbursement scholarships and other support for our students and staff. Pictured (L-R): GSCS Interim Superintendent Dr. Donald Warren and Marukan Vinegar Brewery Manager Teddy Blalock.
On November 20, the Griffin-Spalding County School System (GSCS) Board of Education and the Student Support Services Department hosted a Thanksgiving Food Drive-Thru that helped 250 families with a need for food. Each vehicle received a turkey and a box/bag of non-perishable food items, equaling approximately two days of food. To-go containers with grilled hot dogs, chips, drinks and Kizzy Kake cupcakes were also provided. READ MORE: https://5il.co/3sjbd
Board of Education Chairman R. Syntel Brown said, “This was a great event to help our scholars and their families. I shared the idea with our Student Support Services Department and they made it happen. Thank you to all who contributed and participated in this event. Happy Thanksgiving.”
Board of Education Chairman R. Syntel Brown said, “This was a great event to help our scholars and their families. I shared the idea with our Student Support Services Department and they made it happen. Thank you to all who contributed and participated in this event. Happy Thanksgiving.”
Today, Thursday, November 20, 2025, is the 31st National Parent Involvement Day. On this day, we recognize and celebrate the powerful role parents and families play in supporting student success. The GSCS Department of Federal Programs would like to take this opportunity to honor parents, caregivers and families for their dedication and commitment. Let's continue to work together to strengthen our partnership to enhance your scholar's educational journey.
GSCS Schools Make Strong Strides in 2025 CCRPI Performance! The College and Career Ready Performance Index (CCRPI) is Georgia’s statewide accountability system used to measure how well schools and districts are preparing students for success at the next grade level, graduation and postsecondary opportunities. The 2025 CCRPI results were released on November 12, 2025. The data reveals that Griffin-Spalding County Schools (GSCS) improved in 12 of the 13 components. READ MORE: https://5il.co/3sfsw
GSCS Interim Superintendent Dr. Donald Warren said, “These gains reflect the hard work of our teachers, leaders, students and families. While we still have work to do, this momentum shows that GSCS is on the path toward sustained improvement and we will continue pushing forward together. These results show what is possible when everyone is aligned and working with purpose. I am incredibly proud of our staff and students, and I know this is only the beginning of what GSCS will achieve.”
GSCS Interim Superintendent Dr. Donald Warren said, “These gains reflect the hard work of our teachers, leaders, students and families. While we still have work to do, this momentum shows that GSCS is on the path toward sustained improvement and we will continue pushing forward together. These results show what is possible when everyone is aligned and working with purpose. I am incredibly proud of our staff and students, and I know this is only the beginning of what GSCS will achieve.”
Today, over 400 Griffin-Spalding County School System (GSCS) Student Athletes attended the seasonal Beyond Self Athletes Assembly, an event dedicated to empowering the next generation of leaders. Students heard an inspiring keynote address from U.S. Army Veteran and Olympic Gold Medalist Melvin Pender. Also, during the assembly, through a partnership with AT&T and Beyond Self, 50 new laptops were given out to deserving student-athletes from the fall sports season, providing critical technology access to families in the community.
Some student athletes who received a new laptop were nominated by their coach for demonstrating the three R’s: Respect yourself, Respect others and take Responsibility. Others received a laptop for completing the captain’s workshop and serving as Key People of Influence for the winter season. Then, a lucky few were chosen after answering questions correctly about the program and the keynote speaker.
Read More: https://5il.co/3sfd8
Some student athletes who received a new laptop were nominated by their coach for demonstrating the three R’s: Respect yourself, Respect others and take Responsibility. Others received a laptop for completing the captain’s workshop and serving as Key People of Influence for the winter season. Then, a lucky few were chosen after answering questions correctly about the program and the keynote speaker.
Read More: https://5il.co/3sfd8
Spalding High invites 3rd-5th grade students for a fun night of STEM!
All GSCS schools and offices will be closed Nov. 24-28, for Thanksgiving Break. Give thanks with family and friends!
