Good morning GHS!
Sorry for the slight delay but here is our newsletter for the month of October! Look for an updated newsletter in the coming days with staff/students of the month for September. Have a great day!
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October Events and Recognition Days. Mark your calendars!
Today GHS celebrated National Custodian Day to recognize and show appreciation to our beloved custodians who keep our school facilities clean. Our custodians were treated to an appreciation luncheon and received tokens of appreciation for all of their hard work and dedication to our school, our scholars, and staff.
*** Not pictured: Ms. Edna Dewberry
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!
College Shoutouts!
Jeremiah Jefferson- Lincoln Tech.
Layla Barkley- Savannah State, Charleston Southern, Mississippi State, Ole Miss, Central Missouri, Ft. Valley State, and Washington College!
Andrea Gonzalez-Nunez-Andrea Brenau College, and Kennesaw State.
Congrats!!
Jalah Gordon is our Big Futures Ambassador! Jalah applied and was accepted into the program to become Griffin High School's ambassador for Fall 2024! Big Future ambassadors:
Congratulations Jalah for having the courage to step up and apply for this HUGE opportunity! Well done!
GHS College Shoutouts!
Valeria Contreras-Herrera: Oglethorpe University and LaGrange College. Qualified for Scholarship Weekend at Oglethorpe to earn a renewable, annual merit scholarship of $18,000.
Janiyah Elliott: St. Andrews, Ft. Valley State and Alabama A&M.
Congrats!!
Good morning GHS Families, we are proud to announce that Manna from Above is offering Thanksgiving Dinner and Christmas Assistance. Review the attached flyers for more information!
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
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
Last week, in a time of great need, Griffin High School Counselor Jocasta Odom graciously volunteered to represent GSCS at Apalachee High School in Barrow County. She joined counselors from around the state to provide needed counseling services as classes resumed after the horrific school shooting. Thank you, Jocasta, for representing GSCS so well!
Scholars and teachers, join us as we celebrate National HIspanic Heritage Month Spirit Week Sept 30th - Oct. 4th. Please note the events for each day of the week. Scholars will also enjoy different activities during lunch each day in the Commons.
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.
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.
Congrats to our GHS Seniors:
1. Alexis Johnson has been accepted to Kennesaw State and Georgia Southern. In addition, she won a $500 scholarship from Big Future.
2. Janiyah Elliott has been accepted to Carroll University.
3. LaNina Raines has been accepted to Kennesaw State.
GHS will hold its first Garden Club meeting on 9/26/24 at 3:30 PM in the GHS Commons. Come discover the joys of gardening, learn new techniques, and connect with fellow gardening enthusiasts. Taylor Delay, FFA Advisor for GRCCA will be your gardening club facilitator.
Happy National Tradesman Day! Thank you to the men and women whose skills and hard work keep our schools and buses running strong!
We had a GREAT Turnout for our Peach State Tour this week at GHS! Thank you to everyone who supported and attended the event! #All4TG
Some rumors and social media posts have been circulating throughout our state regarding efforts to try to coordinate potential school walkouts. We recognize that school safety is a most important and relevant topic, but school walkouts are not safe or appropriate. Our Superintendent does not support this behavior! Educators and students are not legislators (for the most part). If the intent is to share or show interest to legislators, students should do so through the appropriate channels without interrupting or disrupting the same learning environment they are trying to advocate for. Should AZK, GHS, or SHS students participate in disrupting the learning environment, by "walking out", these students will not be allowed to return to campus and disciplinary consequences will be rendered. Parents should also refrain from inundating the schools with calls to release their students during this specific timeframe.
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!
