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It's School Social Work Week! Shout-out to our incredible school social workers who bring their expertise and unique educational background to our schools, creating a positive and inclusive environment for students. Thank you for advocating for student well-being. The difference you make for students and their families is immeasurable! You are the guiding light in our schools! #SSWWeek #PearlsOfWisdom
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Today is #MaintenanceWorkerAppreciationDay! Let's give a huge shout-out to these individuals who keep our schools safe, clean and functioning smoothly every single day! Thank you GSCS Maintenance Staff!
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Recently, GSCS students submitted their original works for the annual Young Georgia Authors Writing Competition. The purpose of the Young Georgia Authors (YGA) writing competition is to encourage students to develop enthusiasm for and expertise in their writing, to provide a context to celebrate their writing successes, and to recognize student achievement in arts and academics. Congratulations to these system winners!
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2024-25 GSCS Pre-K Registration is happening NOW! Feb. 27-March 11, 2024. For a list of required documents and to register online visit: https://www.gscs.org/o/gscss/page/central-registration. For in-person registration visit
234 E. Taylor Street, Griffin, GA 30224.
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March is a busy month with lots of celebrations, events and holidays. Mark your calendars!
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GSCS seeks Gifted Advisory Council members. Please apply by Monday, Feb. 26. Members will meet from March to May to identify areas of strengths and areas of improvement to help guide future practices. Apply at: https://forms.gle/B3S75yr5eDMGGSMy7
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All GSCS schools will be closed for President's Day & Winter Break
February, 19-23, 2024.
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Today is National School Resource Officer Appreciation Day. Thank you to all of our school resource officers for keeping our students, staff, schools and community safe!
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We love our amazing school nurses led by School Nursing Services Supervisor Melissa Dingler, RN. Today was one more example of their continual preparation to provide excellent care for our students. Today, Jon Ramsey, President and Co-Founder of Georgia Asthma Coalition and author of Georgia Senate Bill 126, trained GSCS Nurses in emergency use of albuterol and epinephrine in the school setting. Senate Bill 126 allows schools to stock albuterol and epinephrine to be uses in perceived respiratory or allergic emergencies. He also provided stock albuterol and respiratory care supplies for our district. Thank you school nurses!
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Show the LOVE!
Our teachers and staff are committed to serving Griffin-Spalding County students. Sometimes, we may forget to show our gratitude or appreciation. On Valentine’s Day, we're encouraging fellow employees, parents, students and community members to show love to each other using Let's Talk! Consider giving a dedicated teacher some praise, recognizing a passionate administrator or shouting out any staff member who has impacted you in any way!
Click this link:
https://www.k12insight.com/Lets-Talk/dialogue.aspx?k=PKXF91R9B7LT@WTXY2NLT@MDLT@DY8N3Y3LT@LDLT@NDLT
There's no substitute for kind words and encouragement!
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GSCS seeks Gifted Advisory Council members. Members will meet from March to May to identify areas of strengths and areas of improvement to help guide future practices.
Apply from Feb. 12-26 at:
https://forms.gle/B3S75yr5eDMGGSMy7
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GSCS 5K Run/Walk - Saturday, March 23, 2024
Register at https://gofan.co/event/1310884?schoolId=GA5048 or https://gofan.co/event/1310884
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Tomorrow, Saturday February 10, 2024 is the Kiwanis Griffin Pancake Day Event. All you can eat pancakes and sausage for $8 online at https://www.kiwanisofgriffin.com/shop/ Kiwanis Fairgrounds - 1025 South Hill Street Griffin, GA 30224. Provides college scholarships!
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This week is National School Counseling Week (#NSCW24)! This is a great time to recognize our school counselors and highlight their tremendous impact on helping our students achieve school success and plan for their future.
Thank you, school counselors, for actively helping students examine their abilities, strengths, interests and talents. Thank you for partnering with parents and teachers to help students realize their potential and set healthy, realistic and optimistic aspirations for themselves. School counselors are an integral part of our schools and district. Thank you for all that you do!
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Save the Date for 2024-25 GSCS Pre-K Registration: February 27-March 11, 2024
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We Honor Black History February and always.
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January is #NationalMentoringMonth and GSCS is thankful for mentors. Thank you, Dora, for serving and making a difference! If you are interested in becoming a mentor, please contact Kathy Rhodes - Kathy@spaldingcollaborative.com.
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JOB FAIR for Griffin-Spalding County School teachers and paraprofessionals. When: This Saturday 9 a.m. - 11 a.m. Where: GSCS Central Office across from football stadium - 277 East Poplar Street Griffin, GA 30223.
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Attention Teachers & Paraprofessionals! Attend the GSCS Job Fair on Tuesday, February 3, 2024, from 9-11 a.m.
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Friday, January 26, is an at-home learning day for all GSCS students.
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