Cowan Road Elementary School

Our October Leaders of the Month were recognized last Friday at a special breakfast surrounded by their families. We appreciate everyone who came out to help celebrate these students and their achievements.

A big thank-you to Dunkin’ Donuts for providing donuts for the event. Your generosity helped make the morning extra special.

Congratulations to all of our October honorees—we're very proud of your hard work.

#OurHabitsOurFuture

about 3 hours ago, Cowan Rd Elementary

A graphic titled "Leaders of the Month - October '26" featuring two group photo collages of elementary school students holding framed award certificates in front of a wall displayed with Cowan Road Elementary School logos. Top Photo (PK–2nd grades): A group of 14 young students in prekindergarten through 2nd grade standing together in two rows while proudly holding up their award certificates. Bottom Photo (3rd–5th grades): A group of 10 students in 3rd through 5th grade standing together in two rows, each holding up their award certificates.

🚌🌅 Dark Mornings. Bright Reminders. Student Safety First! 💛

As the mornings get darker, it’s important for everyone to stay alert and watch for students waiting for and boarding school buses before daylight.

Every child deserves to arrive at school safely. Let’s work together to protect our students—especially during those early morning hours when visibility is limited.

💛 Slow down. Stay alert. Help keep our students safe! #SchoolBusSafety

1 day ago, Griffin-Spalding County Schools

Halloween Gram forms and payments are due Wednesday, October 28th! Send a $3 or $5 Boo Bag to a friend, teacher, or someone special! Turn in your order form and money to Ms. Flynt (Room 215). Bags will be distributed at school on Friday, October 30th. Check out the flyer below for details.

1 day ago, Cowan Rd Elementary

A graphic poster with a blue and white zig-zag border and cute ghost graphics titled "Cowan Road Colts Cheer Halloween Gram Bags - Send a sweet Halloween surprise to a friend, teacher, or someone special!"
The poster outlines two bag options:
$3 Boo Bag featuring spider rings/mini toys, 3 pieces of assorted candy, a Halloween sticker, and a "You've Been BOOED!" tag.
$5 Boo Bag featuring glow bracelets, 5 pieces of assorted candy, a Halloween pencil, a Halloween squishy, a Halloween sticker, and a "You've Been BOOED!" tag.
At the bottom is an order form grid asking for Quantity, Bag Option ($3 or $5), To, and From, followed by the text: "Please turn in all order forms and money to Ms. Flynt, Room 215."

Shining bright in the spotlight!

Our amazing Cowan Colt cheerleaders spent part of their Fall Break showing off their team spirit in the Annual Bulldog Homecoming Parade for Spalding County Leisure Services!

Events like this highlight the true value of youth sports and community recreation, giving our young athletes a platform to celebrate their hard work, build confidence, and create memories that last long after their playing days.

A HUGE thank you to our dedicated staff members who took time out of their Fall Break to meet up with the girls and make sure they didn't miss out on this fun tradition! Our school community is stronger because of your commitment to our students.

#OurHabitsOurFuture #CowanRoadElementary #SpaldingCountyLeisureServices #HomecomingParade #YouthSports #ColtPride #CommunityFirst

5 days ago, Cowan Rd Elementary

The entire Cowan Colt cheer team lined up in formation in a parking lot, holding silver pom-poms and wearing matching pink hair bows.

A small cheerleader walking hand-in-hand with an adult volunteer down the parade route followed by her team.

Cowan Colt cheerleaders marching and dancing down the parade route with silver pom-poms.

Cowan Colt cheerleaders in matching dark blue shirts and pink hair bows standing together outdoors holding silver pom-poms.

Congratulations to our Employee of the Month for October 2026, Assistant Principal Ms. Ashley Reid!

Ms. Reid is the steady heart and operational backbone of our school community. She navigates every situation with unwavering grace and calm, making even the most complex days feel manageable. From meticulously organizing MTSS interventions to masterfully coordinating school-wide testing protocols, her exceptional attention to detail ensures that no student falls through the cracks and every educator feels supported.

Ms. Reid’s dedication, kindness, and relentless focus on student success make Cowan Road Elementary a better, brighter place every single day!

Thanks to Cindy's Florist in Zebulon for providing these beautiful flowers and supporting our school and staff.

#EmployeeOfTheMonth #CowanRoadElementary #AssistantPrincipal #ExcellenceInEducation #StaffAppreciation #OurHabitsOurFuture

5 days ago, Cowan Rd Elementary

Cowan Road Elementary Employee of the Month graphic for October 2026 honoring Ms. Reid.

State School Superintendent Richard Woods visited Cowan Road Elementary to recognize four local schools—Cowan Road Elementary, AZ Kelsey, Crescent, and Moreland Road Elementary—with the John Hancock Banner and Ribbon of Proficiency for having at least 90% of students write their full names in cursive. Representatives from all four schools gathered at Cowan to accept their banners.

Cowan Road Elementary also earned the top-tier John Hancock Banner and Ribbon of Distinction, honoring schools where 90%+ of students can write both their names and the Preamble to the U.S. Constitution in cursive!

Special guest State Rep. Karen Mathiak was also on hand to congratulate the staff on this achievement. Superintendent Woods took time to answer questions from attending staff and central office personnel.

Congratulations to all of our students and educators! #OurHabitsOurFuture
#EducationExcellence #JohnHancockAward #CursiveWriting #StudentSuccess #GaDOE

5 days ago, Cowan Rd Elementary

Georgia State School Superintendent Richard Woods speaking with open hands in a school library.

A group of educators and officials standing together in a school library, posing with a banner that reads "Student Signature Award" presented by the Georgia Department of Education.

Group of ten attendees posing in a school library with the Georgia Department of Education "Student Signature Award" banner.

A speaker standing in a school library during a presentation to educators seated around tables.

A woman speaking while standing in front of media center bookshelves next to a seated colleague.

Seven educators and officials standing in a school library, holding four separate "Student Signature Award" banners.

🚌💛 It is National School Bus Safety Week 💛🚌

A safe ride to school starts with all of us! Let’s work together to keep our students safe by following these safety tips.

To our bus drivers: Thank you for your patience, dedication, and commitment to student safety. We appreciate all you do to make a difference in the lives of our students!

Safety is everyone’s responsibility. Let’s make every ride a safe one! 🚌

#NationalSchoolBusSafetyWeek #ThankYouBusDrivers

8 days ago, Griffin-Spalding County Schools

GSCS encourages everyone to WEAR ORANGE on Unity Day, Wednesday, Oct. 21. Let's stand united against bullying in our school communities. We are wearing orange to show our commitment to kindness, acceptance, and inclusion. Together, we can create a world without bullying! #UnityEveryDay

13 days ago, Griffin-Spalding County Schools

📣 YOUR FUTURE STARTS HERE! JOIN OUR GSCS TEAM! 💙🎓

Are you ready to make a difference? Join us for our upcoming Job Fair on Wednesday, October 21!

GSCS is looking for dedicated, passionate individuals who want to make a positive impact on our students and help shape the future of our community. Whether you’re an experienced educator or interested in supporting our schools in another role, we invite you to discover the opportunities waiting for you!

Scan the QR code to register!

15 days ago, Griffin-Spalding County Schools

All GSCS activities for Sat., Oct. 10 & Sun., Oct. 11, are canceled due to anticipated weather. Be weather-aware and stay safe!

18 days ago, Griffin-Spalding County Schools

Red Ribbon Week is coming!

Cowan Colts, get ready to Make a Difference, Be a Hero, and Stay Drug-Free!

Join us October 26–30 for a fun week of dress-up days as we celebrate making healthy choices and being heroes in our own way!

Please remember that all outfits must follow the school dress code. Friday: no masks or toy weapons.

The Spanish version of our dress-up schedule is included, too!

19 days ago, Cowan Rd Elementary

Un calendario de días de vestimenta para la Semana del Listón Rojo de Cowan Road Elementary School, del 26 al 30 de octubre de 2026. El tema es “Marca la diferencia – Sé un héroe – ¡Vive libre de drogas!” El lunes es “¡Los héroes sueñan en grande!” y los estudiantes pueden usar pijamas apropiados para la escuela. El martes es “¡Dale una patada a las drogas!” y pueden usar ropa de estilo vaquero. El miércoles es “¡Los héroes no se esconden!” y pueden usar ropa de camuflaje. El jueves es “¡Un futuro brillante!” y pueden usar colores brillantes o neón. El viernes es “¡Sé un héroe de la lectura!” y pueden vestirse como su personaje favorito de un libro. El gráfico recuerda a las familias que toda la ropa debe cumplir con el código de vestimenta escolar y que el viernes no se permiten máscaras ni armas de juguete.

A Red Ribbon Week dress-up day schedule for Cowan Road Elementary School, October 26–30, 2026. The theme is “Make a Difference – Be a Hero – Stay Drug-Free!” Monday is “Heroes Dream Big!” and students may wear school-appropriate pajamas. Tuesday is “Give Drugs the Boot!” and students may wear western attire. Wednesday is “Heroes Don’t Blend In!” and students may wear camouflage. Thursday is “Heroes Have Bright Futures!” and students may wear bright or neon colors. Friday is “Be a Reading Hero!” and students may dress as a favorite book character. The graphic reminds families that all outfits must follow the school dress code and that masks and toy weapons are not permitted on Friday.

Big Cheers for Our Instructional Coaches! It’s Instructional Coach Appreciation Day, and we are shouting out the amazing team (Dr. Searcy, Ms. Colquitt, Dr. Murrah, Dr. Smikle) that keeps our school leveling up every single day! (They also were treated to a yummy lunch from MillTowne Gourmet). Our instructional coaches are the ultimate multi-taskers—working with both students and staff, helping our educators grow, and turning great ideas into meaningful classroom magic. They help develop top-tier teaching staff and shape effective leaders, all while bringing so much heart and energy into our building. We appreciate every bit of guidance, celebration, and late-afternoon brainstorming session you bring to the table. Thank you for helping our entire school family continue to learn, thrive, and shine!

21 days ago, Cowan Rd Elementary

for women standing in front of bulletin board

HELLO FALL! GSCS Fall Break is October 12-16. All schools and offices will be closed. Have a relaxing, fun and safe break!

21 days ago, Griffin-Spalding County Schools

🏆📚 Happy Athletic & Instructional Coach Appreciation Day! 📚🏆

Today, we celebrate the coaches who inspire, challenge, encourage, and empower our students and staff to reach their full potential!

Our athletic coaches teach much more than the game. They build teamwork, discipline, perseverance, leadership, and character.

Our instructional coaches provide guidance, collaboration, and support that help educators grow and create meaningful learning experiences for students.

To all of our coaches: Thank you for investing your time, talent, and heart into helping others succeed. Your impact extends far beyond the field, court, and classroom! 💙

Join us in celebrating and thanking our incredible coaches! 👏🎉

21 days ago, Griffin-Spalding County Schools

Teamwork makes the dream work! Our 4th graders joined forces for the recent district canned food drive, and their generosity made a BIG impact. We’re proud to share that 4th grade earned Honorable Mention in the district! Their hard work and teamwork also earned them a well-deserved popsicle party. Way to work together, Colts. We’re so proud of you! #OurHabitsOurFuture

22 days ago, Cowan Rd Elementary

group of students with canned goods spelling "Cowan 4th"

🎉📚 Happy Georgia Pre-K Week! 🍎💙

Our youngest learners are building a strong foundation through play, exploration, creativity, and meaningful learning experiences. Every day brings new discoveries, new skills, and new opportunities to grow.

A special thank you to our Pre-K teachers and staff for creating engaging classrooms where our youngest scholars feel welcomed, supported, and excited to learn! 🌟

Let’s celebrate the joy of learning and the bright futures of our youngest students! 🎈📖

Happy #GaPreKWeek! #TodaysLearnersTomorrowsLeaders

22 days ago, Griffin-Spalding County Schools

Help us celebrate DJ, our September Reader of the Month! DJ earned an impressive 9.6 AR points with 93% accuracy! That’s some serious reading power.

Way to go, DJ! Keep reading, keep growing, and keep reaching those goals. #OurHabitsOurFuture #ReadersAreLeaders

25 days ago, Cowan Rd Elementary

A “Cowan Road Elementary Reader of the Month” graphic recognizes DJ, a 4th-grade student, for September. DJ is pictured smiling and holding a copy of Mighty Meg. The graphic features stacks of illustrated books and reads “Reader of the Month” and “DJ, 4th Grade — Sept. 26.”

GSCS October Parent University Math Workshop is on Tuesday, Oct. 20th. Build stronger math skills at home and at school! Scan the QR code to register.

25 days ago, Griffin-Spalding County Schools

Today we’re celebrating the amazing people who work hard for us every single day! Our custodians keep Cowan Road clean, safe, and in good working order, and we are so grateful for everything they do for our students and staff.

Today they were treated to lunch from LongHorn, a special banner, and some other thoughtful gifts from throughout the building. But honestly, they deserve to be celebrated every single day!

Thank you for all you do for Cowan Road! We appreciate you more than you know! #OurHabitsOurFuture

25 days ago, Cowan Rd Elementary

Four Cowan Road Elementary custodians pose together in front of a decorated doorway while holding gift bags and a LongHorn Steakhouse bag. Above them is a handmade sign that reads, “Thanks for making our spaces sparkle! You’re the real MVP’s.” Balloons and gold decorations surround the sign as the custodians smile for the photo.

🧹💙 Happy Custodian Appreciation Day! 💙🧹

Today, we celebrate the hardworking custodians who help make our schools clean, safe, welcoming, and ready for learning every single day!

Your dedication often happens behind the scenes, but your impact is felt throughout our schools. From early mornings to late evenings, you work tirelessly to care for our facilities and create a positive environment for students and staff.

Thank you for all you do to keep our schools shining! We appreciate you today and every day! 👏🏫✨

Join us in saying THANK YOU to our amazing custodians!

25 days ago, Griffin-Spalding County Schools