📚 The Book Fair starts tomorrow!
Set up your child’s eWallet for easy, cash-free shopping https://www.scholastic.com/bf/cowanroadelementaryschool

📚 ¡La Feria del Libro comienza mañana!
Cree la eWallet de su hijo/a para compras fáciles y sin efectivo https://www.scholastic.com/bf/cowanroadelementaryschool

#ScholasticBookFairs #ColtsCan #ReadersAreLeaders
2 days ago, Cowan Rd Elementary
Graphic reading "The time is NOW! Create your Book Fair eWallet."
Graphic reading "The time is NOW! Create your Book Fair eWallet." in Spanish
QR code
SPALDING COUNTY YOUTH BASKETBALL
GIRLS AGES 4-11 & BOYS AGES 4-12
Visit WWW.SPALDINGUNITEDBASKETBALL.COM for more information.
3 days ago, Griffin-Spalding County Schools
basketball
📚 Our Scholastic Book Fair is almost here (Sept 29–Oct 3)!
Through Share the Fair, you can help make sure every child goes home with a book—no matter what. Donations of $1 and up make a big difference!
Give here: https://www.scholastic.com/bf/cowanroadelementaryschool

📚¡Nuestra Feria del Libro Scholastic está casi aquí (29 de sept.–3 de oct.)!
A través de Share the Fair, usted puede ayudar a que cada niño/a se lleve un libro a casa, sin importar qué. ¡Donaciones de $1 en adelante hacen una gran diferencia!
Done aquí: https://www.scholastic.com/bf/cowanroadelementaryschool

Thank you for helping us spread the joy of reading! /
¡Gracias por ayudarnos a compartir la alegría de la lectura!

#ScholasticBookFairs #ReadersAreLeaders #ColtsCan
4 days ago, Cowan Rd Elementary
Graphic reading "Share the Fair: A book for every kid in our school starts here"
QR code
📚 Our Scholastic Book Fair starts NEXT WEEK (Sept 29–Oct 3)!
Set up your child’s eWallet today for cash-free, worry-free shopping. It’s easy to create, and friends & family can even add funds! Start here https://www.scholastic.com/bf/cowanroadelementaryschool
or 📷 scan the QR code in the pic.

📚 ¡Nuestra Feria del Libro Scholastic comienza la PRÓXIMA SEMANA (29 de sept.–3 de oct.)!
Cree la eWallet de su hijo/a para comprar sin efectivo y sin preocupaciones. ¡Es fácil de configurar y familiares y amigos pueden añadir fondos! Comience aquí https://www.scholastic.com/bf/cowanroadelementaryschool
o 📷 escanee el código QR en la imagen.

#ScholasticBookFairs #ColtsCan #ReadersAreLeaders
4 days ago, Cowan Rd Elementary
Graphic reading "Book Fair eWallet: The easy way for kids to pay!"
Graphic reading "Book Fair eWallet: The easy way for kids to pay!" in Spanish
QR code to eWallet link
GSCS and SCTC are hosting Pathways to Success: Parent Informational Event on Thursday, Oct. 9 @ 5 p.m. Mark your calendars!
4 days ago, Griffin-Spalding County Schools
parent meeting
📚 What an adventure! 📚

Our Adventure Literacy Night was packed with fun, learning, and LOTS of books! Families explored:
-Title I & ESOL info
-Ask the Expert tables
-A super fun Book Walk
-Grade-level sessions on OG, AR, Close Reads, Phonemic Awareness, Fluency & Milestones
-And the BEST part… tons of free books to take home!

Big thanks to our families, teachers, and staff for making it such a magical night of reading adventures!

#AdventureAwaits #WalkTheWalk #ReadersAreLeaders #ColtCan
4 days ago, Cowan Rd Elementary
collage of pics for Adventure Literacy Night
collage of pics for Adventure Literacy Night
collage of pics for Adventure Literacy Night
collage of pics for Adventure Literacy Night
collage of pics for Adventure Literacy Night
collage of pics for Adventure Literacy Night

We are so appreciative of everyone coming out to our Literacy Night and Title 1 Night! It was a big hit and we saw lots of students walking out with some GREAT books! If you have not done so, please take a moment to complete our Fall Survey! It is crucial we hear your feedback to continue to grow our passion and strive for 5 star service for our parents!

English Survey Link
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/NDQ9B3R


Spanish Survey Link
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/MM76X6F

5 days ago, Sara Burford
survey qr code
☀️Our Sunshine Committee rolled out the cart on Friday to spread some extra joy! Staff enjoyed sweet treats—ice cream + Coke or orange soda = the perfect float! 🥤🍦 Yum!

#SpreadSunshine #SweetTreats #WalkTheWalk #FriYAY
6 days ago, Cowan Rd Elementary
two women at cart with led sunshine, pouring coke floats
hand holding coke float
women giving and receiving coke and orange drink floats
women giving and receiving coke and orange drink floats
women giving and receiving coke and orange drink floats
woman with coke float
women giving and receiving coke and orange drink floats
Today is National Tradesman Day! Let's celebrate and honor all of the skilled tradespeople for their essential skills and hard work!
9 days ago, Griffin-Spalding County Schools
hard hat
💻 Earlier this week was IT Appreciation Day, and we can’t let it pass without recognizing our amazing IT Technician, Devin! Devin keeps our technology running smoothly, answers endless questions with patience, and supports our staff in so many ways. From troubleshooting to big fixes, he makes sure we’re able to teach, learn, and connect every single day. We’re so grateful for all you do—thank you, Devin! 👏👏 #TechHero #ThankYouDevin #BehindTheScenesMagic
10 days ago, Cowan Rd Elementary
two men standing in the media center
Our Scholastic Book Fair is almost here!
🗓️ Mark your calendars: Sept. 29–Oct. 3
Flyers will be coming home with students next week so you can start planning your shopping list.

Can’t wait? Check out the online fair now:
https://www.scholastic.com/bf/cowanroadelementaryschool
You can also set up an eWallet so your child can shop without needing cash or a card! A Spanish version of the flyer is included in the pictures.

#BookFairFun #ReadersAreLeaders #ColtsCan #BookwormJoy
10 days ago, Cowan Rd Elementary
book fair flyer in Spanish
book fair flyer in Spanish
book fair flyer in Spanish
book fair flyer in Spanish
Tonight is the night! Please come out to join us for Literacy Night and Title 1 Night! This is a great opportunity to learn what is going on this year academically and also how you can get involved with your child's education!
10 days ago, Sara Burford
Literacy Night
title 1
2026-2027 & 2027-2028 GSCS School Calendars Survey
Please take a minute to complete the GSCS Thought Exchange Survey, offering your feedback on the 2026-2027 and 2027-2028 school calendars. The survey is accessible using the QR code on the flier or by clicking on this link: https://my.thoughtexchange.com/scroll/735732876/welcome
View the 2026-27 calendar options at: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1NMXw08dxJjVyyFZY8-7ApyKl7IeZY6JUTbhVm4DYL3Y/edit?tab=t.0
View the 2027-28 calendar options at: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1KGNzyOILkxEjwjM-DrBDWZ5HYdaERE1YLi-NGRl9hfw/edit?tab=t.0
12 days ago, Griffin-Spalding County Schools
calendar survey
Today is IT Professionals Day! Our schools and students rely on technology for everything from lesson plans to attendance. Today, let's celebrate our IT professionals who keep our computer systems running smoothly and securely. We appreciate the work you do behind the scenes to ensure our students, teachers and schools are always connected!
12 days ago, Griffin-Spalding County Schools
computer and wrench

Math is sweet! ➕➖Mrs. Durrett’s 2nd graders used gummy bears to solve addition and subtraction equations with unknowns.

#SweetMath #SecondGradeStars #ColtsCan #ProblemSolver
#WalkTheWalk

13 days ago, Cowan Rd Elementary
kids at desks with gummy bears, writing math equations
class ClearTouch panel showing math problem: "There are 14 bears in all. How many are in the cave?" 7 green gummy bears showing with pic of cave
kids at desks with gummy bears, writing math equations
kids at desks with gummy bears, writing math equations
boy at desk with gummy bears, writing math equation
boy at desk with gummy bears, writing math equation
kids at desks with gummy bears, writing math equations
kids at desks with gummy bears, writing math equations
class ClearTouch panel showing math problem: "There are 18 bears in all. How many are in the cave?" 7 orange gummy bears showing with pic of cave
boy at desk with gummy bears, writing math equation
We have 2 amazing events happening THIS Thursday! Please join us on September 18th, for our Literacy Night and TItle 1 meeting! If you are unable to attend the Title 1 meeting in the afternoon, we have one in the morning as well! Would love to see you there!!!
13 days ago, Sara Burford
Literacy
title 1

Our Exceptional students had the best time at the Kiwanis Club Fair last week...so many rides and animals = so many smiles! #WalkTheWalk #BestDayWithYou

13 days ago, Cowan Rd Elementary
man holding young boy at fair
girl and boy on "motorcyle" on a carousel
girl and woman at fair
woman and girl on horses on a carousel
boy and woman on ride at fair
boy and girl petting large tortoise at fair
group pic at fair
adult and child on ride at fair
Calling all parents, are you ready to learn more about Parent Engagement and how we are here to help you? Please come out on 9/18/25 to our Title 1 Meeting. There are 2 meetings being offered!
16 days ago, Sara Burford
Title 1 Flyer

Our wonderful Literacy Night is coming up in ONE WEEK! We are so excited to give everyone an amazing insight to what our students are doing on an everyday basis in Literacy!

17 days ago, Sara Burford
Literacy Night

📚 Big cheers for our August Top AR Readers!
Eliana (5th) • Khylee (5th) • Valerie (5th) • Calen (3rd)
These super readers earned tokens for the book vending machine by racking up points AND keeping an 80%+ accuracy rate. Way to go, readers—you’re rocking those books! 📖
#WalkTheWalk #ColtsCan #MonthlyReadingStars #ReadersAreLeaders

20 days ago, Cowan Rd Elementary
man and 4 students; students are all holding books in front of a book vending machine