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The Board of Education approved the 2024-25 school calendar at the board meeting on Dec. 5. View the approved 2024-25 GSCS School Calendar here: https://5il.co/2afnj
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These 3rd-5th graders competed yesterday for GSCS Literacy Days. we are proud of them all. #ColtsCan
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These four students competed for the GSCS K-2 Literacy Days yesterday. They did awesome! #ColtsCan
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We hope you will save the date and plan to join us. Huge thank you to Carver Road Baptist by allowing our Chorus to use their building for the concert. #ColtsCan
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Day One of 5th grade Christmas Fun! #ColtsCan
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Blackshear Photography is bringing Santa to Cowan Road on Tuesday, November 28. This is a pre-paid event for only students who want a visit. If you would like to purchase photos, follow this link and see the available packages. You can pay online OR in person the day of the event.
https://www.blackshearphotography.com/marketing/cowanrdsanta
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November 17 is Substitute Educators Day. THANK YOU to these individuals who arrive with very short notice, learn and assign lesson plans on the fly, and make sure our students never miss a beat in their education! #aew2022 #SubstituteEducatorsDay
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GSCS Education Support Professionals are the heartbeat of our school communities. To the people who drive the buses, clean the buildings, prepare the meals and many, many more, we salute each of you for the important work you do for students every day! #EducationSupportProfessionalsDay
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All GSCS schools and offices will be closed November 20-24 for Thanksgiving break. Happy Thanksgiving from GSCS!
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GSCS needs your input on "What factors need to be considered when deciding the school calendars for the next two school years?". To gather your feedback, we're using a tool called ThoughtExchange. All of our voices matter, so your participation is crucial and valued.
Click here to participate: https://tejoin.com/scroll/401872874
You'll be asked to respond to one open-ended question, consider and assign stars to some of the ideas shared by others (20 to 30 is ideal), and learn what's important to the group.
Your thoughts and stars are confidential. You can come back as often as you'd like to participate and, in fact, we ask that you do come back to star some of the new ideas shared since you first participated. The ratings will help us understand the most important areas to focus on.
Thank you in advance for your help and input.
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We're celebrating #AmericanEducationWeek! Let’s celebrate public education and honor the educators ensuring that every student receives a quality education. Thank you to the GSCS educators & school staff who have dedicated themselves to preparing the next generation for the future! #AEW2023
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Red Ribbon Week - Neon Day, Cowboy Boot Day, Hat Day, AND Pajama Day!
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Camo Day from Red Ribbon Week was very successful with lots of participation. #ColtsCan
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Happy Veteran's Day to all who have served! Thank you for your service in protecting our freedoms and families.
If you or a family member are a veteran, we would love for you to add a pic in the comments.
#ColtsCan #ThankAVeteran
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GSCS is having a Classified Job Fair on Wednesday, November 15, from 3:15-5:15 p.m. in the South Cafeteria. Use the QR code to register or just show up!
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GSCS Homegrown Educator Spotlight: Thank you, Mrs McGavin and Mrs. Wilson, for your commitment to our scholars and community. You are greatly appreciated!
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GSCS would like to express our gratitude to all veterans for their service and sacrifice. Thank you! #VeteransDay
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The Board of Education meeting scheduled for November 9 has been canceled. The next board meeting will be held on December 5, 2023.
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Yesterday, GSCS Superintendent Dr. Keith Simmons treated the district's Teachers of the Year to afternoon tea. Everyone enjoyed chatting and "spilling the tea" with their colleagues. These educators were also thanked for being the "best of the best" and representing their school on the superintendent's advisory council with a gift. Thank you to our Partner In Education, The Emerald Chandelier, for hosting this fun event.
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This Friday's movie night has been cancelled due to anticipated inclement weather. The math information/activities will be available during next week's Thanksgiving Feast days. We hope to see you then. #ColtsCan
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