Atkinson Elementary School

On Dec. 11, GSCS families can log in to learn about resources to help improve their child's English language development.

GSCS December Parent University. Scan the QR code to register.

GSCS will host a job fair on December 16, 2025, at the Flint River Regional Library. Scan the QR code to register!

GSCS Department of Exceptional Students is hosting a Parent Expo on December 4 from 5-7 p.m. at the Griffin Region College & Career Academy.

We’re counting down to winter break with themed dress up days starting this Thursday! Each day brings a fun new way to spread holiday cheer across our halls.Check out the themes below and join in on the ATK spirit! ❄️🎁

If you missed the last one in October, Griffin-Spalding County Schools invites grandparents to attend a Town Hall Meeting for grandparents helping their GSCS student grandchildren.
This meeting, hosted by Board of Education Chairman R. Syntel Brown with district leaders, is scheduled for Thursday, December 11, from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. in the parent resource center in the GSCS Central Office "B Building" (facing Taylor Street). The address is 234 E. Taylor Street, Griffin, Georgia 30224. Grandparents will receive updates and learn about helpful resources.
Please use the following link to sign up to attend. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScWqzm_B76SxeFH39VH_kiR1V4iIDzua3nbRGvv-3S1I2Dkig/viewform

Today, Thursday, November 20, 2025, is the 31st National Parent Involvement Day. On this day, we recognize and celebrate the powerful role parents and families play in supporting student success. The GSCS Department of Federal Programs would like to take this opportunity to honor parents, caregivers and families for their dedication and commitment. Let's continue to work together to strengthen our partnership to enhance your scholar's educational journey.

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.”

Spalding High invites 3rd-5th grade students for a fun night of STEM!

All GSCS schools and offices will be closed Nov. 24-28, for Thanksgiving Break. Give thanks with family and friends!

Join us on Saturday, November 15th at 10:00 a.m. for our Devonte’s Care Closet Community Engagement Event! We’re coming together to support families with essential items, connect with community partners, and strengthen our ATK family. Everyone is welcome our village is stronger together!

Our Pre-K Bears built their very own birdhouses today. Their little hands and big imaginations made something special!

We’re so grateful for each of you who joined us for our Thanksgiving luncheon! It was wonderful to see our ATK families come together to eat, laugh, and fellowship. Your presence made the day extra special, and we are thankful for the love and support you continue to show our school community. #ATKalltheway

A huge thank you to the Rotary Club, Ms. Debby Daniel-Bryant (retired educator), and Mr. Adam Pugh for stopping by Atkinson Elementary to donate books celebrating diversity! Your generous gift will bring even more representation, joy, and learning to our book vending machine. Our students are so excited to dive into these new stories! #atkalltheway

Families! Help us make Atkinson Elementary even better! Take our short MRA Survey by Nov 22. Your voice matters!
👉 https://www.leaderinme.com/s/atkinson-elementary-school-georgia/families

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!

Check out our Community Resources webpage, which provides resources for students and families in Griffin -Spalding County: https://www.gscs.org/page/community-resources

Some students were caught following the 5 P’s and earned a sweet surprise! A big thank you to The Preferred Choice for treating our Bears to Kona Ice today!

In Ms. T. Alexander’s Computer Lab this week, our students are learning how to code! Their opening activity challenged them to create a cup stacking design and write out a series of steps, or an algorithm , to show how they built it. They’re learning that coding is all about problem-solving, sequencing, and creativity!