Griffin-Spalding County School System (GSCS) is so very thankful for all of our Partners in Education. So many businesses and organizations help provide opportunities and experiences for our students and teachers. Our district partners that each contribute in excess of $10,000 in value to help students are Brightmoor, Chick-fil-A, Dairy Queen, First National Bank, Georgia Banking Company, Marco's Pizza, Piedmont Fayette Hospital and United Bank. Thank you! Many others support the REACH and similar scholarships, individual schools, fine arts, athletics, and more. Some, like Norcom, provide school supplies. Some take part in the Partners in Education Fundraiser Golf Tournament (Sept 25 this year). Others serve as mentors and reading tutors for students. Community churches host events, volunteer at schools and pray for our students and staff. Thank you Griffin and Spalding for supporting our future through public education. We need you and we appreciate you!
about 17 hours ago, Adam Pugh
Today, we celebrated “A Sweet Start to a Great Year” with a special afternoon surprise for our amazing staff! Tiny bundtini cakes and drinks were delivered right to classrooms, giving everyone a chance to choose their favorite flavor and enjoy a sweet treat.
A HUGE thank you to Sabrina Perry and the recently opened Nothing Bundt Cakes in Griffin for the delicious Bundtinis, coupons for every staff member to enjoy later, and for helping us make the day extra special! And trust us, go try the Biscoff...or the oreo...or the white chocolate raspberry!
We also want to encourage our families to support this wonderful new Griffin business. Nothing Bundt Cakes is already making a point to support our local community, including our schools, and we are so grateful. Thank you for giving our staff such a sweet surprise and helping us celebrate the start of another great year!
📍 Nothing Bundt Cakes Griffin
1424 N Expressway, Suite 125
Griffin, GA 30223
1 day ago, Cowan Rd Elementary
We started our day celebrating some incredible leaders. Congratulations to our first Leader of the Month recipients for the school year!
These students were recognized for their leadership, enjoyed donuts, celebrated with their families, and had their pictures taken to remember the special occasion.
The celebration doesn’t stop at school! Our Leaders of the Month will also be recognized in their communities with special signs delivered right to where they live.
A big thank you to Blackshear Photography for creating these awesome signs and helping us celebrate our student leaders in such a special way.
We are so proud of these Colts and can’t wait to see the leadership they continue to show throughout the year!
#OurHabitsOurFuture
1 day ago, Cowan Rd Elementary
Families, due to lightning in the area, we are pausing car riders and walker dismissal to keep our students and staff safe. We are sorry for the delay and appreciate your patience as we prioritize safety.
2 days ago, Cowan Rd Elementary
Mark your calendars! Grits with Grands is coming up on Saturday, September 12, from 8–10 AM!
We’re looking forward to a special morning filled with good food, great company, and time together. Blackshear Photography will be here with photo packages available, and our Scholastic Book Fair will also be open!
We can’t wait to see our Colts and their Grands! #OurHabitsOurFuture
3 days ago, Cowan Rd Elementary
All GSCS school principals received certificates this morning from The Georgia Accrediting Commission, Inc. for meeting all necessary standards to be Accredited with Quality for the 2026-27 school year. Congratulations!
3 days ago, Griffin-Spalding County Schools
Mark your calendars! September is full of fun celebrations and events!
3 days ago, Griffin-Spalding County Schools
We are excited to start our chorus again this year. We will have a parent meeting on September 1st at 4 PM in the music room. This will be a brief meeting discussing the school year and expectations. This group is for any 3rd, 4th, or 5th grader that genuinely enjoys singing.
Mrs. A. Smith will be working with Mr. Martin again this year and they are excited to get started. If you have questions feel free to send Mr. Martin an email at
noah.martin@gscs.org. We are looking forward to creating music this year!
#OurHabitsOurFuture
5 days ago, Cowan Rd Elementary
Picture Day is Coming!
Cowan Road Elementary School Picture Day is Thursday, September 3 at 8:30 AM!
This year, there’s no need to send money on Picture Day. Students will have their pictures taken first, and families will be able to view the images before deciding what to purchase.
More choices. More flexibility! • Create your own package and choose only the sizes you want
• Choose from multiple backgrounds
• Digital image options available
• Order online or use a paper order form
• Pay with cash or card after Picture Day
Don’t forget to register! Scan the QR code on the flyer to provide a parent phone number and email. You’ll receive updates when pictures are ready and a code for one additional 5x7 print FREE with another purchase!
We can’t wait to see those smiling faces!
#OurHabitsOurFuture
6 days ago, Cowan Rd Elementary
Cowan Road Elementary – Attendance Shoutout
Shoutout to our amazing Cowan Road Elementary families!
Our students showed up and showed out! Week one we reached an incredible 98% average daily attendance, and week two we held strong at 95%.
In elementary school, consistent attendance makes a HUGE difference. Our youngest learners are building the foundation for lifelong success, and every day in school counts toward their growth—in reading, math, friendships, and confidence. Families, YOU are such a huge part of this success. Your support, routines, and encouragement help our Colts start each day ready to learn.
Let’s keep the momentum going and aim high for week 3— back to 98% (or higher)!!
Thank you for partnering with us. Together, we’re building habits for success!
#OurHabitsOurFuture
14 days ago, Cowan Rd Elementary
We WANT you - for our School Council!
Parents and community members play an important role in helping our school grow and thrive! We are now accepting interest in serving as a parent member of our School Council.
Interested in being part of the conversation and helping support Cowan Road Elementary? Learn more and complete the form here:
https://forms.gle/pFbDsKb4EpKbe8ps9#OurHabitsOurFuture
17 days ago, Cowan Rd Elementary
Remember tomorrow night, August 11, is GSCS Parent University Family Fun Night of Math Games at 5:00 p.m. Come and join us to play number fluency math games. We will also discuss ways to support math learning at home. Get hands-on activities that the whole family can enjoy. Refreshments will be served. Please use the following link to register https://forms.gle/tMZWsXSicT8XFShSA
20 days ago, Griffin-Spalding County Schools
It is that wonderful time of the year again! Fall Parent Survey is now live and ready to go. If you did not get a chance to take it during our Open House, please make sure to complete this ASAP.
23 days ago, Sara Burford
GSCS Parent University Summer Series will host a Family Fun Night of Math Games August 11th at 5:00 p.m. Come and join us to play number fluency math games. We will also discuss ways to support math learning at home. Get hands-on activities that the whole family can enjoy. Refreshments will be served. Please use the following link to register
https://forms.gle/tMZWsXSicT8XFShSA25 days ago, Griffin-Spalding County Schools
GSCS August Monthly Safety Message
To improve campus safety and streamline visitor check-in, GSCS has implemented the Centegix Visitu Visitor Management Kiosk at all of its schools. Please review the visitor check in procedure.
25 days ago, Griffin-Spalding County Schools
2026 Griffin-Spalding County School System Educator Hall of Fame nominations are open Aug 5 – Sept. 11, 2026. Don't miss out on nominating an exemplary GSCS educator! Nomination forms are available at this link https://forms.gle/2d3HDkW9uaPDAUh5A. The 2026 class will be inducted during a special ceremony on October 27 at the Griffin-Spalding Board of Education meeting.
Educators should be nominated for his/her outstanding and significant contributions to students, staff, parents and the community during their employment at GSCS. Nominees must have been employed at GSCS for a minimum of 10 years and be retired for at least five years.
25 days ago, Griffin-Spalding County Schools
Help Us Get Dismissal Running Smoothly from the Beginning!
(Notes for Car Rider and Bus Riders)
If your child is a car rider, please be sure to display your car tag. A visible tag helps us quickly identify your student and keeps our dismissal line moving safely and efficiently.
Didn't pick up your car tags at Open House? We'll have a car tag station set up in the front hall tomorrow morning. If you're walking your student in, stop by on your way out and pick up your tags. It will make your dismissal much smoother! (Bus rider families, it's always a good idea to have a car tag, just in case you need to pick up one day).
Over the first days, bus riders will have a wristband put on their bookbag. Please leave this on as it helps us match students to buses.
Thank you for your patience during the first few days as everyone learns the routine. We appreciate your partnership in helping keep our Colts safe!
#OurHabitsOurFuture
28 days ago, Cowan Rd Elementary
Attention GSCS Families: The 1st day of school is this Monday, August 3! For more important back to school information, please visit
https://www.gscs.org/page/2026-2027-back-to-school-resources-information. We look forward to seeing you all on Day One! Reminders: Elementary opens at 7 a.m. with 1st bell at 7:45 a.m. and dismissal at 2:30 p.m.; Middle School opens at 8:30 a.m. with 1st bell at 9 a.m. and dismissal at 4 p.m.; High School opens at 7:45 a.m. with 1st bell at 8:45 a.m. and dismissal at 3:15 p.m.
30 days ago, Griffin-Spalding County Schools
We had SO much fun at our Open House! Thank you to everyone who came out to visit, meet our team, and kick off this exciting new school year with us.
These are just a few of our favorite moments—more photos will be added soon!
We can't wait to see all of our amazing students bright and early Monday morning. Here's to a fantastic year ahead! #OpenHouse #BackToSchool #SeeYouMonday #OurHabitsOurFuture
about 1 month ago, Cowan Rd Elementary
One less thing to do at Open House! ✅
Scan the QR code or click the link to review the Student Handbook and complete the acknowledgment before Wednesday's Open House:
https://bit.ly/COES26Hdbk
Please submit one form for each Cowan Road student in your family.
We'll see you at Open House on Wednesday, July 29!
#OurHabitsOurFuture
about 1 month ago, Cowan Rd Elementary
