Dear Griffin High Parents and Guardians,
I am writing to share our school-wide attendance results for the month of January. At Griffin High School, we know that consistent attendance is the foundation for student success, and we want to keep you informed of our progress.
January 2026 Attendance Snapshot
For the period of January 1 to January 31, 2026, Griffin High School achieved an overall average daily attendance rate of 91.63%. We are currently supporting a total student body of 1,405 students.
Grade-Level Performance
It is encouraging to see all grade levels maintaining strong attendance numbers to start the new year:
Grade Level Attendance Percentage
9th Grade 90.93%
10th Grade 92.06%
11th Grade 92.39% (Monthly Leader!)
12th Grade 91.20%
Why This Matters
While our overall rate is strong, we continue to focus on reducing unexcused absences. During January, our student body recorded a total of 1,725.20 unexcused absence days.
We want to partner with you to ensure every student in the classroom is ready to learn. If your student must be absent, please remember to submit the necessary documentation to the front office so the absence can be excused appropriately.
Thank you for your continued support of your student's education and for helping us make Griffin High a place where every day counts.
Go Bears!
Best regards,
Ms. Higdon
2 months ago, jared McClelland
This week, middle and high school spring student athletes participated in the Beyond Self Athletes' Assembly, led by Community Partner and Mentor David Johnson. The Beyond Self Athlete Program is meant to grow student leadership skills, build character and improve school culture. Athletes were told they are all Persons Of Influence (POI) and the importance of the 3 R's: Respect Yourself, Respect Others and Take Responsibility. Keynote Speaker Tunji Adebayo inspired student-athletes to develop the skills and attitudes they need to recognize their potential.
2 months ago, Griffin-Spalding County Schools
All GSCS schools & offices will be closed for Presidents' Day & Winter Break February 16-20, 2026.
2 months ago, Griffin-Spalding County Schools
Athlete scholars sign with colleges at Griffin High! Congratulations to Jordan Mays who signed with Lane College and Trenton Dodds who signed with Clayton State University!
Great things are happening at #GHS every day!
2 months ago, jared McClelland
CTAE Alumni Student spotlight! @GeorgiaWBL1 student Skylar Carroll produced an incredible video highlighting @GriffinHigh alumni sharing where life has taken them since graduation.
Proud of our @GriffinSpalding CTAE alumni and the power of real-world skills—because #CTAEDelivers http://bit.ly/4bJ8erX
2 months ago, GSCS CTAE
GSCS is so proud of these students for being Governors' Honor Program Semifinalists! They will move on to the interviews/auditions the last weekend of this month. Good luck!
2 months ago, Griffin-Spalding County Schools
Congratulations to Karissa Burnett, a semi-finalist for the Governor's Honors Program in literature and writing! She goes on to the final interviews on February 28th.
If you see her, be sure to congratulate her! Great things are happening at #GHS every day!
2 months ago, jared McClelland
Griffin High School recently hosted CTAE Proclamation Day, a special recognition of the impact Career, Technical, and Agricultural Education has on students and the community. Griffin Mayor Doug Holberg presented an official proclamation from the City of Griffin to Griffin-Spalding County Schools, formally recognizing CTAE and its role in preparing students for postsecondary success. The event featured a color guard presentation by Griffin High School JROTC and included remarks from students and teachers who shared firsthand experiences highlighting how CTAE pathways have influenced their academic engagement, career readiness and personal growth. The ceremony served as a meaningful acknowledgment of CTAE’s value and its continued positive impact on students across the district.
2 months ago, Griffin-Spalding County Schools
Grateful to @doughollberg for presenting the #CTAEMonth proclamation for @GriffinSpalding at @GriffinHigh! 🎉
Big shoutout to @GriffinSpalding ROTC, teachers and students for sharing why #CTAEDelivers @drdonaldwarren
2 months ago, GSCS CTAE
#GHS students appear with Mayor Doug Hollberg to kick of #CTAE Month at Griffin High!
These students explain the ways that Career, Technical, and Agricultural Education are preparing students for the future and fill identified skill gaps among the Georgia workforce. Wow! Great things are happening at #GHS every day!
#AIMHigher #AIM
2 months ago, jared McClelland
Important Reminder! GSCS is hosting a Job Fair this Saturday, February 7, 2026, from 9-11 a.m. at 277 E. Poplar Street. Scan the QR code to register or just show up!
2 months ago, Griffin-Spalding County Schools
FRESHMAN Azylah Miller dominates the area tournament at the 235 lb weight class and becomes the first girls area champion in school history!!! She picked up 4 wins which include a 14 second win, a 6 second win, and beating both the 1st and 2nd seeded wrestlers going into the tournament. She will wrestle sectionals on Friday as she looks to advance to state!
3 months ago, jared McClelland
Huge #GHS congratulations to the BEARS!
Boys' wrestling team competed in the Regionals, and four will advance!
2nd place Senior Denver Byrd
3rd place Senior Jayden Thomas
3rd place Junior Levi Carlisle
3rd place Junior Andre Johnson
3 months ago, jared McClelland
Last few practices for the eSports team before our season begins on February 9th! Come watch our first match Monday afternoon in the Media Center!
3 months ago, jared McClelland
Congratulations to Karissa Burnett for winning 1st place in the Young Georgia Authors Competition! She now advances to District competition.
She is also a finalist for the Governor's Honors Program. If you see Karissa, be sure to congratulate her!
3 months ago, jared McClelland
GHS will be hosting our FAFSA & GSFAPP (HOPE) completion event. This event is designed to assist students and families with completing the 2026–2027 FAFSA and the GSFAPP (Georgia HOPE/Zell Miller application).
📝 What to Do Before Thursday, February 12
To help the event run smoothly, please complete the following ahead of time:
✅ Students AND parents/guardians create an account at studentaid.gov
✅ Students create an account at GAFutures.org
📅 What to Bring on Thursday
👨👩👧 Both the student and parent/guardian must attend and bring:
💻 An electronic device (laptop, tablet, or Chromebook preferred)
🔐 studentaid.gov account login information
🎓 Student’s GAFutures.org account login information
📄 Complete 2024 federal tax return (if filed) — not just W-2s
🪪 Social Security numbers for both student and parent/guardian
For more information, please contact our Counseling Department at 770-229-3752.
3 months ago, Dedrey Elam
GSCS Spring Sports Media Day is being held tomorrow, Tuesday, Feb. 3, starting at 4 p.m. Watch live at
https://youtube.com/live/hfibE1zj27A?feature=share to see what GHS & SHS spring sport athletes and coaches have to say about their upcoming season!
Schedule:
Tennis - 4 pm
Golf - approx. 4:25 pm
Girls Track and Field - approx. 4:50 pm
Boys Track and Field - approx. 5:15 pm
Baseball - approx. 5:40 pm
Girls Soccer - approx. 6:10 pm
Boys Soccer - approx. 6:25 pm
3 months ago, Griffin-Spalding County Schools
National School Counseling Week 2026 (#NSCW26) is Feb. 2-6, 2026, to celebrate the unique contributions of school counselors. The theme this year is School Counselors Amplify Student Success. Thank you, GSCS School Counselors, for all you do to amplify the success of our students!
3 months ago, Griffin-Spalding County Schools
3 months ago, Griffin-Spalding County Schools
Griffin-Spalding County Schools (GSCS) will follow normal operations and the normal schedule tomorrow, Monday, February 2, 2026. Morning temperatures will be cold, so be sure to dress students warmly and limit their time outside. Parents may use the transportation app to track their student's bus (using their student ID to login - same as computer and lunch number). Visit
www.gscs.org/page/transportation to download the "My Ride K-12 App".
3 months ago, Adam Pugh
