Cowan Road Elementary School

First month down, and what a busy start! ✏️ Mrs. Vaughn’s Kindergarteners are learning letters, colors, and so much more. Way to go, little Colts! #ColtsCan #WalkTheWalk #KinderColtAdventures

about 2 months ago, Cowan Rd Elementary

Teacher dressed up as a crayon with students on carpet and the board reading "This is How We Write"

Papers reading "Let's Learn the Letter Ee" with an egg basket and student torn paper forming an E

students working at table with play-dough, making letters.

table with rocks and handouts about sorting rocks

Looking for something to do before our wonderful Literacy Night? Come to our annual Title 1 Parent Night Meeting! Our first one is at 8am and our second one is at 4:30!

2 months ago, Sara Burford

Big things are happening in Kindergarten! Mrs. K. Smith’s class has been practicing ‘turn and talk’ and rainbow writing—such an amazing start to the year .#ColtsCan #WalkTheWalk #KinderColtAdventures

2 months ago, Cowan Rd Elementary

students on carpet facing each other, in pairs, answering a question to their partner

female student at table wriing with crayons

Please join us for our 2025-2026 Literacy Night, September 18, 2025 at 5:00. Come out for some wonderful strategies to help your child succeed this year in Reading!

2 months ago, Sara Burford

Your input is important for us to "Walk the Walk" and continue to help communicate effectively with each of yall! Please complete the Fall Survey!

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

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

2 months ago, Sara Burford

Dino the firedog came for a visit this morning about the upcoming county fair. Kindergarten - 5th grade will receive a ticket; PreK students have free entry.
#WalkTheWalk #ColtsCan #DinoTheFireDog

2 months ago, Cowan Rd Elementary

class of students with man, woman, and mascot dog with fireman helmet

This month, all GSCS schools will help fight hunger in our community by participating in the Manna From Above Food Drive. You can help by sending canned goods to school with your students this month.

2 months ago, Griffin-Spalding County Schools

Happy first day of September! We have officially made it past the first month of school. There are a lot of exciting events coming up this month! Please check out our SMORE newsletter to get all the details!

Please click here: SMORE September Newsletter

"Life starts all over again when it gets crisp in the fall." -F. Scott Fitzgerald

2 months ago, Sara Burford

GSCS is excited to share that our Fall Fling 5K and Bazaar will be held on Saturday, September 27, 2025! Register to participate in the 5K or just plan to come shop from our employee vendors. The event proceeds will benefit staff and teacher appreciation initiatives throughout the district.

2 months ago, Griffin-Spalding County Schools

What a great way to wrap up our first month of school—Chick-fil-A biscuits and juice, courtesy of Mr. Hawkins and Ms. Reid! Thank you for starting our morning with such a thoughtful treat! #WalkTheWalk #ColtsCan #FueledByCFAandJuice

2 months ago, Cowan Rd Elementary

teachers in doors getting biscuits from cart

several teachers receiving biscuits from carts

several teachers receiving juice from carts

Please Complete the Fall Parent Survey! This is a great way to get involved in your child's education and have us continue to grow!

English Survey Link

https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/NDQ9B3R

Spanish Survey Link

https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/MM76X6F

2 months ago, Sara Burford

All GSCS schools & offices will be closed on Monday, September 1, 2025, in celebration of Labor Day.

2 months ago, Griffin-Spalding County Schools

At Cowan Road Elementary, our staff has committed to "Walk the Walk" of Leader in Me traits! We are connecting with students and having fun through our vibrant kicks. It's a great day to be a Colt!

#ColtsCan #WalkTheWalk

2 months ago, Cowan Rd Elementary

We hope you'll join us for Grits with Grands on Saturday, September 6 from 8-10a.m. in the cafeteria! #WalkTheWalk #Community

2 months ago, Cowan Rd Elementary

flyer for Grits with Grands: Join us to celebrate our students and their grand adults at Grits with Grands! Saturday, Sept 6, 8-10am in the cafeteria at Cowan Road Elementary; includes image of bowl of grits and silhouette of adults walking with child

Ms. Brasher's 1st grade and Ms. Griggs' 2nd grade classes took on the role of innovators earlier this week. Their task was to create a maze out of lego. Once their maze was completed, they used a marble to test it out. #WalkTheWalk #ColtsCanInnovate #STEAM

2 months ago, Cowan Rd Elementary

kids working with lego at tables, building mazes

Ms. Jharia's class had some visitors help with testing today. Her students worked hard and gave it their best. #WalkTheWalk #ColtsCanShowGrowth

3 months ago, Cowan Rd Elementary

Mrs. Hill's 3rd grade class "read the room" for math problems posted. They located each word problem, determined what they needed to find, and calculated answers. #WalkTheWalk #ColtsCanCalculate

3 months ago, Cowan Rd Elementary

Are you interested in becoming a reading tutor with GSCS? Attend the United Way Reading Program Training on Friday, August 22, 2025,10:00 am - 12:00 pm. Register using the QR code.

3 months ago, Griffin-Spalding County Schools

GSCS Recruitment Fair - August 20, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Southern Crescent. Register today!

3 months ago, Griffin-Spalding County Schools

Attention GSCS Families: Check out these important student health reminders and resources.
2025-26 GSCS Immunization Non-Compliant Letter: https://5il.co/3nn8k
2025-26 GSCS Student Health Guidelines Letter: https://5il.co/3nn8w

3 months ago, Griffin-Spalding County Schools