All GSCS schools & offices will be closed on Monday, September 2, 2024, in observance of Labor Day.
This year GSCS fall athletes are participating in the Beyond Self Athlete Program, a student development program, led by Community Partner and Mentor David Johnson, meant to grow student leadership skills, build character and improve school culture. To kick off the program, all middle and high school student-athletes attended the Beyond Self Athlete's Assembly today in the Griffin Auditorium. Athletes were told they are all Persons Of Influence (POI) and the importance of the 3 R's: Respect Yourself, Respect Others and Take Responsibility. Key Note Speaker Marlin Lynch III (Pastor Mo) shared the importance of discovering their purpose and making positive life choices. Words of wisdom from Pastor Mo included:
"Learn to say No"
"Your self-worth is not a group decision"
"Some people are not your friends, they are just people you know"
"Don't let your ice cream melt while you are counting someone else's sprinkles"
***Attention GHS Seniors***
The next date to schedule your Senior Portrait is Saturday, September 14th. Tickets will be taken at GHS.
To book an appointment, visit www.cady.com.
Student leaders participated in the first Peer Court session of the school year at the GRCCA courtroom.
This week GSCS Superintendent Dr. Keith Simmons had his first Slices with the Superintendent of the school year with his student advisory councils from Spalding High & Griffin High. Students shared how the school year is going, asked questions, gave excellent feedback and enjoyed pizza thanks to our Partner In Education Slices Pizzeria Griffin.
Cadet Landon Rogers, our Cadet Battalion Commander, received a $1000.00 scholarship and a medal from the Vietnam Veterans of America State Council for being selected their Top Cadet. Griffin High School #CTAEDelievers
GSCS CTAE also had a meet & greet with Alex, the new AI-generated talking patient robot, that will be used for students in our healthcare pathways. Because healthcare business partners gave feedback that students needed more experience learning soft skills, these robots were purchased through a grant (1 for GHS & 1 for SHS). Alex has numerous patient scenarios such as an allergic reaction, respiratory issues, insomnia, car accident, etc. for students to practice interacting with patients. Alex records and videos these interactions and students earn points. Alex is the first full-body Patient Communication Simulator that sees, listens, talks and even breathes. This is very exciting for our healthcare students!
It was a big day for GSCS CTAE! A ribbon-cutting was held to show off the new Atlas Greenhouse at GRCCA funded by a grant through the state. Now, our horticulture & animal science pathway students can learn with a hands-on approach. Students will sell the plants they grow to earn money to support the district's FFA Chapter in regional, state & national competitions.
Griffin High School is proud to announce Cadet Landon Rogers, our Cadet Battalion Commander, received a $1000.00 scholarship and a medal from the Vietnam Veterans of America State Council for being selected their Top Cadet. Congratulations Landon!
The deadline for all students entering the 11th grade to receive their meningococcal vaccine is October 4th unless it's before their 16th birthday. Students who are still non-compliant after that date will be withdrawn from school. Please contact the school nurse if you have any questions or need additional information.
Tonight kicks off the 2024-25 football season with GHS vs. Tift Co. at Memorial Stadium (SHS @ Central). Please remember to arrive early for the security checkpoint. The HOME side is the East (metal) stands and all Bags must be CLEAR plastic, vinyl or PVC and not exceed 12” x 6” x 12”. For full stadium guidelines, ticket information & FAQs visit https://www.gscs.org/o/gscss/page/memorial-stadium-guidelines.
Calling all GHS Bears fans!!!📣📣📣 Please come out and help us paint the Mercedes Benz stadium 🏟️ green and gold as our Lady Bears flag football team 🏈🏈🏈 takes over half-time August 23rd at 7:00 p.m. Tickets 🎟️ for the event can be purchased at Gofan.co for $25. Half-time game t-shirts 👕 can be purchased by scanning the QR code on the attached flyer. For more information, please contact Coach Blount at 770-229-3752 or at shaquita.blount@gscs.org.
GHS Football Coach Fedd and SHS Football Coach Davis spoke today at the Kiwanis Club of Griffin. They talked about their work to prepare and what they are looking forward to for the upcoming football season.
Homecoming Apps are available for pickup before school or during transitions in room 606 . Apps are due 8/15/24 to Ms. Russell by noon. Please adhere to the Homecoming Timeline in the application packet. Any questions, see Ms. Russell room 606 or at justina.russell@gscs.org.
***Attention GHS Seniors***
Make sure you sign up for your Senior portraits. Don't miss the chance to capture your final year of High School! The first session will be August 23rd.
Please note that school starts promptly at 8:45 a.m. daily, but school doors will open at 7:45 a.m. Scholars will be held in the Commons and gym until 8:35 a.m. and then released to their 1st block class. If you have any questions, please call us at 770-229-3752.
Parents and scholars, please review our dress code guidelines to ensure that your scholar adheres to our dress code policy daily. If you have any questions, please contact us at 770-229-3752.
Huge shoutout to @georgiamasonrysupply for their donation to Mr. Preston's Construction classes. They provided some masonry bricks and other resources for hands-on learning for our students @GriffinSpalding @GriffinHS #CTAEDelivers
GSCS Open House for ELEMENTARY families is today, Tuesday, July 30, from 3-7 p.m. and tomorrow, Wednesday, July 31, from 3 – 7 p.m. for MIDDLE & HIGH families. For back-to-school resources & info. visit https://www.gscs.org/page/2024-2025-back-to-school-resources-information or text us at 678-990-9609.
