Fall Picture Day is tomorrow! 📸🍂
Blackshear Photography will be on campus capturing those Colt smiles!
Don’t forget—you can place your order here: blackshearphotography.com/cre
#PictureDay #ColtSmiles #SayCheese #ColtsCan
Blackshear Photography will be on campus capturing those Colt smiles!
Don’t forget—you can place your order here: blackshearphotography.com/cre
#PictureDay #ColtSmiles #SayCheese #ColtsCan

On National Custodian Appreciation Day, we want to give a big THANK YOU to our amazing custodians! Their hard work, care, and dedication keep our school shining bright every day. We are so grateful for all they do for our students, staff, and families.
#CustodianAppreciationDay #ThankYou #ColtsCan
#CustodianAppreciationDay #ThankYou #ColtsCan

GSCS celebrates National Custodian Workers Day! Be sure to thank your school custodians for all their hard work!

Science never tasted so sweet! Our 2nd graders made Coke floats while learning about states of matter—exploring what happens when a liquid and a solid mix. Hands-on learning = happy scientists! 🧪
#ScienceIsSweet #StatesOfMatter #ColtsCan #2ndGradeFun
#ScienceIsSweet #StatesOfMatter #ColtsCan #2ndGradeFun










The Food Drive to support Manna from Above (Sept. 1–30) was shared with our whole school, but our 4th graders really stepped up as leaders and ran with it! 🥫
Thanks to their hard work and big hearts, they collected a HUGE number of canned goods to support Manna’s mission of “Fighting Hunger One Day at a Time.” We’re so proud of how they’ve shown what it means to be a Leader in Me school—leading by example to serve others.
#ColtsCan #LeaderInMe #ServiceInAction #FightingHunger
Thanks to their hard work and big hearts, they collected a HUGE number of canned goods to support Manna’s mission of “Fighting Hunger One Day at a Time.” We’re so proud of how they’ve shown what it means to be a Leader in Me school—leading by example to serve others.
#ColtsCan #LeaderInMe #ServiceInAction #FightingHunger

The 2025-26 GSCS Teachers of the Year were recognized at the Kiwanis Club of Griffin luncheon on Sept. 24. GSCS District Teacher of the Year Jodi McGavin shared her educational journey and story. Thank you, Kiwanis Club of Griffin, for celebrating these exceptional educators!
The countdown is on—Georgia Pre-K Week 2025 is almost here! This year marks the 15th anniversary! Join GSCS in celebrating early learning, literacy and the incredible role Pre-K plays in shaping Georgia’s future. #GAPreKWeek

Our October Newsletter is now live! Please make sure you check it out to gain helpful information and also upcoming events here at Cowan Road Elementary! Click the link below or check our website.
📸 Say cheese, Colts!
Picture Day is coming to Cowan Road Elementary on Tuesday, Oct. 7th!
Don’t miss those smiles—
👉 Click here to place your order: blackshearphotography.com/cre
#PictureDay #ColtSmiles #SayCheese
Picture Day is coming to Cowan Road Elementary on Tuesday, Oct. 7th!
Don’t miss those smiles—
👉 Click here to place your order: blackshearphotography.com/cre
#PictureDay #ColtSmiles #SayCheese

The Griffin-Spalding Partners in Education (PIE) raised almost $25,000 during its 24th annual golf tournament to benefit the teachers and students of the Griffin-Spalding County School System (GSCS). Thirty-six teams played in the tournament held at the City Park Golf Course on Friday, September 26. Proceeds from the tournament are used to fund classroom grants, field trip grants and teacher tuition reimbursement scholarships. This year’s first-place team was SRS Inc.; the second-place team was Jackson Road Elementary; and the third-place team was the Griffin Exchange Club. Read more: https://5il.co/3qh4a
Calling all Kindergarten parents/guardians! We know that the transition to Kindergarten can be tough, but we are here to help! Please check out some of the materials you need to know to help your child shine on our website under Family Engagement!
📚 The Book Fair starts tomorrow!
Set up your child’s eWallet for easy, cash-free shopping https://www.scholastic.com/bf/cowanroadelementaryschool
📚 ¡La Feria del Libro comienza mañana!
Cree la eWallet de su hijo/a para compras fáciles y sin efectivo https://www.scholastic.com/bf/cowanroadelementaryschool
#ScholasticBookFairs #ColtsCan #ReadersAreLeaders
Set up your child’s eWallet for easy, cash-free shopping https://www.scholastic.com/bf/cowanroadelementaryschool
📚 ¡La Feria del Libro comienza mañana!
Cree la eWallet de su hijo/a para compras fáciles y sin efectivo https://www.scholastic.com/bf/cowanroadelementaryschool
#ScholasticBookFairs #ColtsCan #ReadersAreLeaders



SPALDING COUNTY YOUTH BASKETBALL
GIRLS AGES 4-11 & BOYS AGES 4-12
Visit WWW.SPALDINGUNITEDBASKETBALL.COM for more information.
GIRLS AGES 4-11 & BOYS AGES 4-12
Visit WWW.SPALDINGUNITEDBASKETBALL.COM for more information.

📚 Our Scholastic Book Fair is almost here (Sept 29–Oct 3)!
Through Share the Fair, you can help make sure every child goes home with a book—no matter what. Donations of $1 and up make a big difference!
Give here: https://www.scholastic.com/bf/cowanroadelementaryschool
📚¡Nuestra Feria del Libro Scholastic está casi aquí (29 de sept.–3 de oct.)!
A través de Share the Fair, usted puede ayudar a que cada niño/a se lleve un libro a casa, sin importar qué. ¡Donaciones de $1 en adelante hacen una gran diferencia!
Done aquí: https://www.scholastic.com/bf/cowanroadelementaryschool
Thank you for helping us spread the joy of reading! /
¡Gracias por ayudarnos a compartir la alegría de la lectura!
#ScholasticBookFairs #ReadersAreLeaders #ColtsCan
Through Share the Fair, you can help make sure every child goes home with a book—no matter what. Donations of $1 and up make a big difference!
Give here: https://www.scholastic.com/bf/cowanroadelementaryschool
📚¡Nuestra Feria del Libro Scholastic está casi aquí (29 de sept.–3 de oct.)!
A través de Share the Fair, usted puede ayudar a que cada niño/a se lleve un libro a casa, sin importar qué. ¡Donaciones de $1 en adelante hacen una gran diferencia!
Done aquí: https://www.scholastic.com/bf/cowanroadelementaryschool
Thank you for helping us spread the joy of reading! /
¡Gracias por ayudarnos a compartir la alegría de la lectura!
#ScholasticBookFairs #ReadersAreLeaders #ColtsCan


📚 Our Scholastic Book Fair starts NEXT WEEK (Sept 29–Oct 3)!
Set up your child’s eWallet today for cash-free, worry-free shopping. It’s easy to create, and friends & family can even add funds! Start here https://www.scholastic.com/bf/cowanroadelementaryschool
or 📷 scan the QR code in the pic.
📚 ¡Nuestra Feria del Libro Scholastic comienza la PRÓXIMA SEMANA (29 de sept.–3 de oct.)!
Cree la eWallet de su hijo/a para comprar sin efectivo y sin preocupaciones. ¡Es fácil de configurar y familiares y amigos pueden añadir fondos! Comience aquí https://www.scholastic.com/bf/cowanroadelementaryschool
o 📷 escanee el código QR en la imagen.
#ScholasticBookFairs #ColtsCan #ReadersAreLeaders
Set up your child’s eWallet today for cash-free, worry-free shopping. It’s easy to create, and friends & family can even add funds! Start here https://www.scholastic.com/bf/cowanroadelementaryschool
or 📷 scan the QR code in the pic.
📚 ¡Nuestra Feria del Libro Scholastic comienza la PRÓXIMA SEMANA (29 de sept.–3 de oct.)!
Cree la eWallet de su hijo/a para comprar sin efectivo y sin preocupaciones. ¡Es fácil de configurar y familiares y amigos pueden añadir fondos! Comience aquí https://www.scholastic.com/bf/cowanroadelementaryschool
o 📷 escanee el código QR en la imagen.
#ScholasticBookFairs #ColtsCan #ReadersAreLeaders



GSCS and SCTC are hosting Pathways to Success: Parent Informational Event on Thursday, Oct. 9 @ 5 p.m. Mark your calendars!

📚 What an adventure! 📚
Our Adventure Literacy Night was packed with fun, learning, and LOTS of books! Families explored:
-Title I & ESOL info
-Ask the Expert tables
-A super fun Book Walk
-Grade-level sessions on OG, AR, Close Reads, Phonemic Awareness, Fluency & Milestones
-And the BEST part… tons of free books to take home!
Big thanks to our families, teachers, and staff for making it such a magical night of reading adventures!
#AdventureAwaits #WalkTheWalk #ReadersAreLeaders #ColtCan
Our Adventure Literacy Night was packed with fun, learning, and LOTS of books! Families explored:
-Title I & ESOL info
-Ask the Expert tables
-A super fun Book Walk
-Grade-level sessions on OG, AR, Close Reads, Phonemic Awareness, Fluency & Milestones
-And the BEST part… tons of free books to take home!
Big thanks to our families, teachers, and staff for making it such a magical night of reading adventures!
#AdventureAwaits #WalkTheWalk #ReadersAreLeaders #ColtCan






We are so appreciative of everyone coming out to our Literacy Night and Title 1 Night! It was a big hit and we saw lots of students walking out with some GREAT books! If you have not done so, please take a moment to complete our Fall Survey! It is crucial we hear your feedback to continue to grow our passion and strive for 5 star service for our parents!
English Survey Link
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/NDQ9B3R
Spanish Survey Link
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/MM76X6F

☀️Our Sunshine Committee rolled out the cart on Friday to spread some extra joy! Staff enjoyed sweet treats—ice cream + Coke or orange soda = the perfect float! 🥤🍦 Yum!
#SpreadSunshine #SweetTreats #WalkTheWalk #FriYAY
#SpreadSunshine #SweetTreats #WalkTheWalk #FriYAY





Today is National Tradesman Day! Let's celebrate and honor all of the skilled tradespeople for their essential skills and hard work!

