GSCS April Parent University - April 16. Click here to register: https://forms.gle/53jFN7pEY1yJM4rX7 or scan the QR code.

about 8 hours ago, Griffin-Spalding County Schools
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🌸 Hello April! Spring Has Sprung! 🌸

We hope you have a wonderful Spring Break and an amazing month ahead! With just two months of school left, we’re in the home stretch—let’s finish strong together! Be sure to check out our April Newsletter for exciting upcoming events and helpful resources for your family. 🌷✨
Please Click Here! April Newsletter

about 8 hours ago, Sara Burford
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Wishing all of our students, families, and staff a very Hoppy Easter and a wonderful Spring Break! We hope your days are filled with sunshine, laughter, and time with the people you love. Whether you're traveling or staying close to home, please stay safe and enjoy ever y moment—you’ve earned it! From all of us in administration, we can’t wait to welcome everyone back refreshed and ready for an amazing finish to the school year! #SpringBreak #HappyEaster
about 9 hours ago, Cowan Rd Elementary
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4 ladies and bunny
woman and bunny
woman and bunny
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We had the BEST time celebrating our amazing assistant principal, Ms. Reid! 🎉💙 From a full-on parade to decorating her office, dressing like her, and creating a special book filled with surprises—our school showed just how much she means to us. Ms. Reid, thank you for your leadership, your heart, and the joy you bring to our school every single day. We appreciate you more than words can say! #AssistantPrincipalAppreciation #WeLoveMsReid
about 11 hours ago, Cowan Rd Elementary
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decorated office
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We really hope to see you at The Little Mermaid, Jr this weekend!
Friday, April 3 at 6pm;
Saturday, April 4th at 2pm
Griffin Auditorium
Tickets: COES students: $5; Adults: $10
1 day ago, Cowan Rd Elementary
poster for The LIttle Mermaid Jr. (same details as in post)
Attention GSCS 2026-27 Pre-K Families: Acceptance letters are being mailed out this week.
3 days ago, Griffin-Spalding County Schools
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We’re excited to share this important update with our families and community! The attached letter includes information about Spring Break and important attendance reminders as we head into the final stretch of the school year. Please take a moment to read through it, and thank you for your continued support! #WalkTheWalk

4 days ago, Cowan Rd Elementary
The attached letter includes important information for families regarding Spring Break and student attendance. If you need this information in an alternative format or require assistance, please contact our school office and we will be happy to help.

Today is the last day to complete our Spring Survey!! Please make sure you are taking time to complete this so we can work towards a plan for next year and our goals to better help you and our students!
Click below, or scan our QR code!

Spring Survey

4 days ago, Sara Burford
spring survey

It is almost time for 2026-27 GSCS Kindergarten Registration! Registration begins on Monday, April 13, for students who are 5 years old by Sept. 1, 2026.
Online Registration: https://campus.spalding.k12.ga.us/campus/apps/olr/application/login/kiosk-app-type
Registration Requirements: https://aptg.co/TTXyN7
Registration Requirements (Spanish): https://aptg.co/Vt2XBr

4 days ago, Griffin-Spalding County Schools
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BIG congratulations to Ms. Alicia Stratton, our 2026–2027 Teacher of the Year!! She inspires, encourages, and makes a difference every day—and we couldn’t be more proud! #WalkTheWalk #TeacherLeader #202627TOTY
7 days ago, Cowan Rd Elementary
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GSCS Needs your input! Join us for a virtual stakeholder meeting on Monday, 3/30 at 10 am. Use the QR code to register.

8 days ago, Griffin-Spalding County Schools
stakeholder meeting
GSCS Schools & Offices will be closed for Spring Break on April 6-10, 2026.
8 days ago, Griffin-Spalding County Schools
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Our students and staff have been working so hard for months to bring this musical to life—and now it’s showtime! From learning lines and songs to building sets and practicing choreography, so much heart and dedication has gone into every single detail. We would LOVE to see our families and community come out to support them and celebrate all of their hard work. Let’s fill the seats, cheer them on, and make it a weekend they’ll never forget! Thank you for always supporting our students and helping them shine! #WalkTheWalk #BreakALeg #TheatreLife
8 days ago, Cowan Rd Elementary
flyer for musical, The Little Mermaid, Jr. $10/adult, $5/students, Friday, April 3 at 6pm; Saturday, April 4, 2pm at Griffin Auditorium
Tonight is the night!! Game Night is officially here at CRES. From 5-6:30pm we are going to be playing some fun literacy or math games. This is a chance to get family involved in what is going on in your child's classroom. I will be sat up to hand your yummy dinner out ONLY if you pre-registered! Can't wait to see everyone there!


9 days ago, Sara Burford
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3rd-5th grade Parents,
Students will participate in a GMAS practice test on Wednesday, March 25. This practice helps prepare them for the upcoming Georgia Milestones Assessment. Please ensure your child is at school and on time that day. Thank you for your support!
11 days ago, Cowan Rd Elementary
Buy your tickets NOW at https://PIEComedyShow.eventbrite.com for an unforgettable night of laughs THIS THURSDAY at the Comedy Show! Join us in person for non-stop chuckles and good vibes. Whether you're coming with friends, having a date night or flying solo, this event promises hilarious moments that'll leave your cheeks hurting. Don’t miss out on the fun — it’s the perfect way to unwind and enjoy some top-notch comedy live! This show features five professional stand-up comedians who have performed at The Punch Line, The Apollo, on HBO, Kevin Hart's Hart of the City Show and more. All proceeds benefit Partners In Education and will be used to provide grants and scholarships to teachers and students.
11 days ago, Griffin-Spalding County Schools
comedy show flyer
Congratulations to Mrs. Matthews and Mrs. Jones for winning the Sunshine Club’s St. Patrick’s Day treasure hunt. They tracked down the winning leprechauns… who might look just a little familiar! Thanks for joining in the fun and bringing some extra luck (and laughs) to our day. Thanks to Sunshine Club for coordinating the shenanigans! #WalkTheWalk #StPaddysDay
12 days ago, Cowan Rd Elementary
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Lucky little learners at work! 🍀 Our PreK friends had a magical St. Paddy’s Day full of hands-on fun! They planted shamrocks and built clever leprechaun traps—just in case one tried to sneak through their classrooms! No leprechauns caught… yet but lots of giggles, creativity, and a little bit of mischief filled the day! #WalkTheWalk #StPadddysDay
12 days ago, Cowan Rd Elementary
collage of PK students with leprechaun traps and shamrock plants
This is the same info that came home with students with one change for days/times! Game Night is on Wednesday so that is our late day at the book fair. We hope to see you there! #WalkTheWalk #BookFair #ReadersAreLeaders
15 days ago, Cowan Rd Elementary
Book Fair dates/times in Spanish
Book Fair dates/time
Info about book fair
Info about book fair in Spanish
Dairy Queen is a GSCS district-wide partner. Tomorrow, March 19 is their national event "Free Cone Day". Simply go to your nearest DQ and ask for a free cone (with your meal or by itself). Thanks for supporting our students Griffin DQ.
16 days ago, Adam Pugh
DQ Ice Cream Cone