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
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.
GSCS Middle School Advisory Board had Slice's with Superintendent Simmons this week. Food, fun & feedback! 🎉 Great discussion on student cell phones📱. Thank you to our Partner In Education Slice's Pizzeria of Griffin!
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.
Spalding High School Freshman Skye Oduaran will give her second TEDx Talk in Davenport, Iowa, tomorrow, October 10. Be sure to check it out! Congratulations, Skye!
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!
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!
"FREE IS GOOD… and the GRCCA Fall Festival is right around the corner. Is your plan to attend college after high school? Would you like to earn up to 30 hours of free college tuition while in high school? If you answered yes to these questions, come to the GRCCA Fall Festival on Tuesday, October 29 to learn more. Southern Crescent, Gordon State College, Middle Georgia State and the University of Georgia will be present to discuss dual enrollment opportunities.
Not in high school yet, no problem? We’ll also have our Business Partners, Food Trucks, Games, Music and Candy so come by and begin to envision your future. Bring your eagerness, and a friend or two, to learn about all of the opportunities offered to Butts, Pike and Spalding families at the GRCCA. RSVP at https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScgPt0IDVNxJ9bA2O8vlRYEZKmbbULbEnQLDNCIShPz-UsOyA/viewform
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!
October Events and Recognition Days. Mark your calendars!
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!
Check out our October Parent Newsletter: https://secure.smore.com/n/fc9tn-kennedy-road-middle-school
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
Remember Thursday, October 10, 2024 is picture day at Kennedy Road Middle School
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.
Dads Matter August - Student of the Month @KennedyRoadMS
KRMS Parents & Guardians join us Literacy Night- Sept 24, 2024. Meet & Greet with Administrative Team! Literacy information for ALL core subjects. Food will be served and prizes will be given. check email. Please RSVP so we can prepare: https://bit.ly/KRMSLiteracyNight2024RSVP
Join us for The Parent Resource Center dedication.
details at https://secure.smore.com/n/bmf98