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As we move toward winter and the days get shorter, please help us keep our children safe on dark mornings. Many of our students walk to school and stand at bus stops. Please drive slowly and use these safety tips to help protect our students. Thank You.
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Holly Betz, Evelyn Jones, Nancy Kitchens, Stan Mangham, Ray Nash and Jane Stelling will represent the 12th class of Griffin-Spalding Educator Hall of Fame inductees! The 2024 class will be inducted at the board of education meeting on Tuesday, October 22, at 6 p.m. in the board room at 216 S. 6th Street. Congratulations to these exemplary educators!
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Mark your calendars for the JHE Trunk-or-Treat on Thursday, October 24th! We are collecting candy donations from anyone that is able to contribute! All Boo-Gram sales are going towards purchasing candy for the event as well! 🎃🍭🍫
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If you or anyone you know is interesting in learning more about being a vendor for Griffin Spalding County School System, RSVP and attend this event on October 29. Learn about how to become a vendor or supplier, the bid process, the payment process and more
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If you or anyone you know is interesting in learning more about being a vendor for Griffin Spalding County School System, RSVP and attend this event on October 29. Learn about how to become a vendor or supplier, the bid process, the payment process and more.
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We want your thoughts! Attend the GSCS Town Hall Meeting on Tuesday, October 29, at 6:30 p.m. in the Griffin Auditorium to discuss cell phones in schools.
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Happy #GAPreKWeek! Quality early learning for young children improves third-grade reading
proficiency and increases high school graduation rates!
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All GSCS schools will be closed October 14-18, 2024, for Fall Break. Central Office will be closed on Monday, October 14 & Tuesday, October 15. Relax and recharge...Happy Fall!
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October 6th was #NationalCoachesDay. Coaches are mentors, leaders, and role models! GSCS wants to shine a light on the significant influence coaches have both on the field and in the classroom. Thank you to all GSCS Instructional and Athletic Coaches!
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This week is the 14th Annual #GAPreKWeek! Let's celebrate because early learning is the foundation for all future success in school, the workforce and life! GSCS serves over 430 pre-k students in 22 classrooms.
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Help your child boost their Lexile score and foster a love for reading with our District-Wide Reading Challenge to read 100,000 books! Using AR and Beanstack, we’re making reading an interactive adventure that motivates students to explore, engage and grow their Lexile.
Check out the flyer for all the details. Let’s make reading fun, challenging and rewarding!
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Help your child boost their Lexile score and foster a love for reading with our District-Wide Reading Challenge to read 100,00 books! Using AR and Beanstack, we’re making reading an interactive adventure that motivates students to explore, engage and grow their Lexile. Check out the flyer for all the details. Let’s make reading fun, challenging and rewarding!
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October Events and Recognition Days. Mark your calendars!
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Today is National Custodial Worker Day and we want to recognize, celebrate and thank all of the amazing individuals who keep GSCS clean, maintained and operating smoothly!
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October is National Principals Month! Sending a huge thank you to all the incredible principals who lead with dedication and inspire our students every day. Your impact is invaluable! This month, express your gratitude and let your principal know just how much their tireless efforts mean to you! #ThankAPrincipal #NationalPrincipalsMonth
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From: GEMA/Homeland Security and Georgia Department of Natural Resources Environmental Protection Division ...Urgent Statement Pertaining to the Rockdale County Chemical Plant Fire and air quality.
"The EPA is monitoring air quality for chlorine and related compounds. Current data suggests that chemical levels in the air are unlikely to cause harm to most people. This data, along with further updates, will be shared with the public. Please follow guidance from your county EMA. If you have concerns, limit your time outdoors, close windows, and turn off any ventilation systems."
Thank you,
Mike Smith
Chief of Staff
Georgia Emergency Management and Homeland Security Agency
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Due to weather associated with Hurricane Helene and in consideration of the recommendation by the Georgia Emergency Management Agency/ Homeland Security (GEMA/HS), all Griffin-Spalding County School District operations will be canceled on Thursday, September 26, and Friday, September 27.
What you should Know:
• Tropical Storm Watch for the next 48 hours.
• Flood Watch for the next 48 hours.
• A State of Emergency has been declared by Governor Kemp.
The safety of our staff and students is our highest priority. During this weather event, we are expecting high flood risk in low lying areas, 10 to fifteen 15 of rain, very high winds and possible widespread damage. The worst wind and weather is anticipated Thursday night into Friday morning. Please stay weather aware.
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GSCS Extracurricular activities for middle and high school students are canceled for today, Wednesday September 25, in anticipation of inclement weather this evening. The elementary afterschool program will still provide service today. The elementary school literacy night events scheduled for tomorrow evening, Thursday September 26, will be rescheduled to a later date. GSCS is continuing to work closely with Emergency Management and Weather Experts to monitor potential weather events. Any additional updates will be provided through the GSCS app and other communication channels.
Thank you.
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Happy National Tradesman Day! Thank you to the men and women whose skills and hard work keep our schools and buses running strong!
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IT professionals rise to the challenge each and every day to navigate monumental and ever-changing technology. They show the world what resilience looks like and that there’s virtually nothing they can’t handle. Thank you GSCS IT Professionals for always finding a way to get IT done!
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