Today is Day One in the District! Thank you to all of the Partners In Education, volunteers and community members who welcomed back our students and staff this morning. We had over 260 volunteer greeters representing over 55 businesses, organizations, civic groups, municipalities and churches! We are off to a successful 2025-2026 school year! Thank you for supporting GSCS! #GSCSDayOne2025
Tomorrow is GSCS Day One in the District! Use this link https://boothpics.com/booth/0coy8l tomorrow to show us your Day One smiles with our virtual Day One in the District photo booth!
For the 2025-2026 school year, all GSCS middle and high schools will continue implementing a clear bookbag policy. The entire bookbag should be transparent, clear plastic or see-through mesh, allowing the contents inside the bookbag to be known. Small purses (that are not clear) are allowed but should be smaller than 5 inches by 9 inches. Lunch boxes that are not clear are also allowed but should only be used to transport lunch.
As we prepare to begin the 2025-2026 school year, the safety and well-being of our students and staff remain our top priority. The Griffin-Spalding County School System (GSCS) is committed to creating a secure and supportive environment in all of our schools. We are implementing several important safety enhancements across our district.
Classroom Emergency Bags:
All classrooms in GSCS will be equipped with a standard emergency Go-Kit to help ensure staff are prepared in case of an emergency.
Security Monitors in Elementary Schools:
Beginning this school year, all elementary schools will have Security Monitors provided by Synergy Security Services. They will work closely with our staff to maintain a safe school environment.
Open Gate Metal Detectors in Middle and High Schools:
To enhance school safety, we will be using Open Gate Metal Detectors in all our middle and high schools. These devices will replace the previous Evolv system and are designed to improve efficiency. All students will be screened using the Open Gate system upon arrival on campus.
Increased School Resource Officer Presence:
Each high school in our district will now be staffed with two School Resource Officers (SROs). These officers play a critical role in promoting safety, building relationships with students and responding swiftly to any security concerns that may occur.
We appreciate your support and cooperation as we take these steps to ensure a safe learning environment for every student.
Classroom Emergency Bags:
All classrooms in GSCS will be equipped with a standard emergency Go-Kit to help ensure staff are prepared in case of an emergency.
Security Monitors in Elementary Schools:
Beginning this school year, all elementary schools will have Security Monitors provided by Synergy Security Services. They will work closely with our staff to maintain a safe school environment.
Open Gate Metal Detectors in Middle and High Schools:
To enhance school safety, we will be using Open Gate Metal Detectors in all our middle and high schools. These devices will replace the previous Evolv system and are designed to improve efficiency. All students will be screened using the Open Gate system upon arrival on campus.
Increased School Resource Officer Presence:
Each high school in our district will now be staffed with two School Resource Officers (SROs). These officers play a critical role in promoting safety, building relationships with students and responding swiftly to any security concerns that may occur.
We appreciate your support and cooperation as we take these steps to ensure a safe learning environment for every student.
On July 24, the Griffin-Spalding County School System (GSCS) Back to School Celebration brought all 1400+ staff together for a motivational kick-off to the 2025-26 school year at Oak Hill Church. Read the news release at https://5il.co/3mkym
Take a look at 1st semester events taking place.
Also, please remember that all backpacks should be clear or mesh.
We look forward to seeing you all on Tuesday for Open House!
#WatchUsLead #2185Pride
Also, please remember that all backpacks should be clear or mesh.
We look forward to seeing you all on Tuesday for Open House!
#WatchUsLead #2185Pride
Eagle Families,
Please note the changes to our cell phone policy. #WatchUsLead #2185Pride
Please note the changes to our cell phone policy. #WatchUsLead #2185Pride
*NEW FOR 2025-2026 SCHOOL YEAR*
⏰ Reminder for Car Riders⏰
If your student arrives after the 9:00 AM tardy bell, a parent or guardian will need to sign them in at the Front Office attendance window.
We appreciate your support in helping us start the day strong!
⏰ Reminder for Car Riders⏰
If your student arrives after the 9:00 AM tardy bell, a parent or guardian will need to sign them in at the Front Office attendance window.
We appreciate your support in helping us start the day strong!
GSCS is hosting a job fair on July 30 at Griffin High School. Attend and join the GSCS family!
Attention GSCS Families: As we approach the 2025-26 school year, please be advised of our Student Personal Electronic Device Rules. We look forward to seeing you all at Open House on July 28 for elementary & July 29 for middle and high. The first day of school is Thursday, July 31.
Reminder GSCS Families: GSCS Open House is from 3-7 p.m. on Monday, July 28th for Elementary & Tuesday, July 29th for Middle & High. For more back-to-school information & resources, visit https://www.gscs.org/page/2024-2025-back-to-school-resources-information
GSCS Day One in the District is an initiative designed to welcome our scholars, families, faculty & staff back to school on Thursday, July 31, 2025. Participants (residents, volunteers, community stakeholders, Partners In Education and elected officials) will welcome the scholars and parents with a smile on the first day of school. Sign up to participate at: https://forms.gle/2tkW8un6rV1FRwVk7.
GSCS Open House is from 3-7 p.m. on July 28th for Elementary & July 29th for Middle & High. For more back-to-school information & resources, visit https://www.gscs.org/page/2024-2025-back-to-school-resources-information.
First Semester at a Glance! #2185Pride
Transportation "Ready to Roll Days" today, tomorrow and Thursday at GRCCA (221 Spalding Dr. Griffin, GA 30223). Times for all three events have been extended to 6 p.m. to accommodate working parents. If you have transportation questions please plan to attend.
Attention GSCS 7th & 11th Grade Families: Don't forget about 2025-26 Immunization Requirements.
Wishing your family a Happy Juneteenth!
Make sure your student is Ready-to-Roll for the 2025-26 school year! All students must have a confirmed bus route by the end of the day on June 26.
Attention GSCS Families: Important 2025-26 School Registration Information
Is your child entering seventh grade this fall? All Georgia students attending seventh grade (and those in grades 8 through 12 entering a Georgia school for the first time) must have received an adolescent Tdap vaccination and an adolescent meningococcal (meningitis) vaccination. They’ll also need to provide an updated Form 3231 to their school (or a notarized religious exemption Form 2208) when they enroll for the 2025-26 year.
Schedule an appointment with your child’s doctor or local health department in early summer to avoid the end-of-summer rush! You can make a health department appointment online at district4health.org or call (800) 847-4262.
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¿Su hijo/a va a empezar séptimo grado este otoño? Todos los estudiantes de Georgia que cursan séptimo grado (y aquellos de 8.º a 12.º grado que ingresan a una escuela de Georgia por primera vez) deben haber recibido la vacuna Tdap para adolescentes y la vacuna antimeningocócica (meningitis) para adolescentes. También deberán presentar un Formulario 3231 actualizado a su escuela (o un Formulario 2208 de exención religiosa notariado) al matricularse para el año escolar 2025-26.
¡Programe una cita con el médico de su hijo/a o con el departamento de salud local a principios del verano para evitar las prisas de fin de verano! Puede programar una cita con el departamento de salud en línea en district4health.org o llamando al (800) 847-4262.
