GSCS Schools Make Strong Strides in 2025 CCRPI Performance! The College and Career Ready Performance Index (CCRPI) is Georgia’s statewide accountability system used to measure how well schools and districts are preparing students for success at the next grade level, graduation and postsecondary opportunities. The 2025 CCRPI results were released on November 12, 2025. The data reveals that Griffin-Spalding County Schools (GSCS) improved in 12 of the 13 components. READ MORE: https://5il.co/3sfsw

GSCS Interim Superintendent Dr. Donald Warren said, “These gains reflect the hard work of our teachers, leaders, students and families. While we still have work to do, this momentum shows that GSCS is on the path toward sustained improvement and we will continue pushing forward together. These results show what is possible when everyone is aligned and working with purpose. I am incredibly proud of our staff and students, and I know this is only the beginning of what GSCS will achieve.”

about 8 hours ago, Griffin-Spalding County Schools
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Santa’s helpers? Nope—just Principal Hawkins and Assistant Principal Reid making sure Santa has checked his list - twice!
#WalkTheWalk #ChristmasFun
1 day ago, Cowan Rd Elementary
Santa seated in large chair, man kneeling beside, woman on Santa's lap
We are proud of our students and Mr. Martin for their hard work and participation in the GSCS Honor Choir. #WalkTheWalk #ColtsCan #ReadingMusic #HonorChoir
2 days ago, Cowan Rd Elementary
image showing GSCS District Elementary Honor Chorus 2025-26, programs in a stack with student names showing
image reading "GSCS Honor Choir 2025" with on e large image of students singing, being led by conductor
image reading "GSCS Honor Choir 2025" with one picture of principal and students and second image or music teacher and students
We’re wishing all our families a restful Thanksgiving break next week! Please take a moment to read the message, from Principal Hawkins, in the image for an important reminder about our return date and attendance as we wrap up the semester. #ColtsCan #Grateful
2 days ago, Cowan Rd Elementary
Image of a letter to parents and guardians sharing Thanksgiving well-wishes and reminding families about the importance of attendance. The letter encourages a safe and restful break, expresses gratitude for students and families, and asks that students return ready to learn on December 1, 2025. It notes that consistent attendance supports student success and invites families to contact the school nurse or office if unsure whether a sick child should attend.
It’s almost time for Pictures with Santa at Cowan Road Elementary!

Santa will be visiting Tuesday, November 18th at 8:30 AM, and we can’t wait to capture those festive smiles! Packages range from $30–$50, and you can find more info or pay online here: blackshearphotography.com/cre

👉 Important: Only students who purchase packages ahead of time will be photographed. Online payments extended until midnight tonight, Monday, November 17th, so don’t miss out!

Let’s make some merry memories with Santa this season!
#ColtsCan
2 days ago, Cowan Rd Elementary
image for "pictures with Santa" It’s almost time for Pictures with Santa at Cowan Road Elementary!   Santa will be visiting Tuesday, November 18th at 8:30 AM, and we can’t wait to capture those festive smiles! Packages range from $30–$50, and you can find more info or pay online here: blackshearphotography.com/cre  👉 Important: Only students who purchase packages ahead of time will be photographed. Online payments close at 10:00 AM on Monday, November 17th, so don’t miss out!  Let’s make some merry memories with Santa this season!  #ColtsCan
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Spalding High invites 3rd-5th grade students for a fun night of STEM!
2 days ago, Griffin-Spalding County Schools
stem night
All GSCS schools and offices will be closed Nov. 24-28, for Thanksgiving Break. Give thanks with family and friends!
2 days ago, Griffin-Spalding County Schools
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Day Two of our Thanksgiving Feast lunches was just as special!

We loved welcoming another wonderful group of families to enjoy a warm, delicious Thanksgiving meal together. Our incredible nutrition team outdid themselves once again, and we’re so grateful for the tasty feast they prepared. A heartfelt thank-you also goes to our Carver Road Baptist Church volunteers for their continued support and kindness throughout the day.

We truly appreciate all the families who joined us and helped keep everything running smoothly. Sharing these moments with you makes this tradition so meaningful!

#ColtsCan #WalkTheWalk #CommunityFamilies #Thankful

5 days ago, Cowan Rd Elementary
staff with Carver Road before serving
teacher dressed up as turkey
students at table eating
staff with Carver Road before serving
staff member with student at table
family at Thanksgiving Feasts
students walking down hall with turkey headbands
students lined up in hall with headbands
students lined up with headbands
students and turkey teacher walking down the hall
Day One of our Thanksgiving Feast lunches was a huge success!

We had such a wonderful time sharing a yummy Thanksgiving meal with so many of our students’ families. A big shoutout to our amazing nutrition staff for preparing such a delicious lunch, and to our Carver Road Baptist Church volunteers for lending a helping hand throughout the day!

We’re so thankful for the families who joined us and for everyone’s patience in helping things run smoothly. It was a joy to see so many smiling faces around the tables today!

#ColtsCan #WalkTheWalk #Thankful
6 days ago, Cowan Rd Elementary
class of students with turkey hats
kids in hall lined up, wearing turkey hats
kids in hall lined up, wearing turkey hats
familes and students at cafeteria tables
familes and students at cafeteria tables
volunteers and teacher at drink table with sweet tea and lemonade
familes and students at cafeteria tables
familes and students at cafeteria tables
familes and students at cafeteria tables
familes and students at cafeteria tables

What an amazing day for Pearls, Pumps, and Books! 📚
Every single class in our building had a special guest reader today — what a treat for our students!
We’re so thankful for our wonderful volunteers from Brightmoor, GSCS central office, and our very own staff who shared their time (and love of reading!) with our kids.
Thank you for showing our students that reading matters — and that our community cares!
#PearlsPumpsAndBooks #CommunityReaders

8 days ago, Cowan Rd Elementary
graphic reading "Pearls Pumps, and Books" then at the bottom "Thank you for sharing your time and reading with our student learners!" The image includes a border with daisies, high heel shoes, and a book with cute glasses and a tea cup
group picture of 6 women holding books in a school hall
adult reading in front of class of young children
adult reading in front of class of young children
adult reading in front of class of young children
adult sitting with one child
adult reading in front of class of young children
adult reading in front of class of young children
adult reading in front of class of young children
adult holding books in a group of young children
It’s almost time for Pictures with Santa at Cowan Road Elementary!

Santa will be visiting Tuesday, November 18th at 8:30 AM, and we can’t wait to capture those festive smiles! Packages range from $30–$50, and you can find more info or pay online here: blackshearphotography.com/cre

👉 Important: Only students who purchase packages ahead of time will be photographed. Online payments close at 10:00 AM on Monday, November 17th, so don’t miss out!

Let’s make some merry memories with Santa this season!
#ColtsCan
8 days ago, Cowan Rd Elementary
Graphic for Pictures with Santa, same info as in post
graphic with pricing: packages as follows: A - $50; B - $40; C - $35; D - $30

November is Family Engagement Month! As we celebrate Family Engagement Month, GSCS wants to take this opportunity to celebrate you! Whether you’re helping with homework, attending conferences, volunteering or simply making sure your child attends school every day, we thank you. Your engagement helps build a strong foundation for success. We are grateful for the many ways you contribute to our district’s growth and to your child’s educational journey.

8 days ago, Griffin-Spalding County Schools
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Happy 67th day of learning! Our teachers proved they can rock the 67 trend just as well as the kids! #67DaysSmarter #CowanRoadCrew

9 days ago, Cowan Rd Elementary
teachers in hall with 67 shirts and headgear
teachers in hall with 67 shirts
teachers in hall with 67 shirts and headgear

The Pigeon said it best on day 67…
Read 6–7 nights a week! 📖
Consistency builds readers!

9 days ago, Cowan Rd Elementary
Graphic reads "How many nights a week should your child read?"  Image shows Pigeon (from Mo Willems books) yelling "6-7"
Please go support Cowan Road and Marco's Pizza by eating there tomorrow, November 11 from 4-8pm. #WalkTheWalk #Partners #SpiritNight
9 days ago, Cowan Rd Elementary
Spirit Night at Marco's pizza; 4-8pm; 10% of sales will be given to Cowan Rd Elementary
🎉✨ It’s almost Parent-Teacher Conference Night at CRES! ✨🎉
Join us this Thursday from 4:00–6:00 PM for a fun and meaningful night all about your child’s learning! 📚💡

If you haven’t signed up for a conference yet, there’s still time! 🕓
Come chat with your child’s teacher, celebrate all the amazing progress so far, and see how we can keep growing together as we head into the holidays and the halfway mark of the school year!

We can’t wait to see our awesome CRES families! 💙
9 days ago, Sara Burford
conference night
GSCS and Butts County Schools' Exceptional Students had an awesome day at the Special Olympics Track & Field Event today at Spalding High School! Students kicked off the event with a parade, then competed in track and field events and played developmental games. Thank you to everyone who helped make this event so fun and special for our students! Shout out to the SHS Blue Jag Funk Marching Band, chorus and student volunteers!
12 days ago, Griffin-Spalding County Schools
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student playing
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student playing ball
student playing
Check out our Community Resources webpage, which provides resources for students and families in Griffin -Spalding County: https://www.gscs.org/page/community-resources
12 days ago, Griffin-Spalding County Schools
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🎉 It’s Almost Conference Time! 🎉

We’re so excited for Parent-Teacher Conference Night next Thursday, November 13, 2025! 🍎
This is your chance to see all the amazing things your child is learning and talk one-on-one with their teacher. If you haven’t scheduled your conference yet, please reach out to your child’s teacher today!

✨ Let’s work together to help your child shine this school year! ✨
13 days ago, Sara Burford
conference flyer
Thanksgiving Feast Days are coming! Please check the flyer for details. If you plan to come, please let us know at https://bit.ly/43fZHrj so our nutrition staff can plan enough food! $5/visitor (anyone that is not a Cowan Road Elementary student is $5). We look forward to seeing you! #WalkTheWalk #Grateful
15 days ago, Cowan Rd Elementary
thanksgiving Feast Lunch Flyer with info: lunches on Nov 12 and Nov 13 by grade level; $5/guest (anyone not a student at Cowan Road Elementary, including children) Please let us know you're coming at https://bit.ly/43fZHrj