On December 8-10, 2025, Griffin Spalding County Schools held their annual Literacy Days competition. Students across
the district expressed their creativity in: K-2 Read Aloud, K-8 Poetry Recitation, K-8 Drama, and grades 3-8 Ready Writing.
There was a high level of participation from all elementary and middle schools, with almost 200 participants. First-place
winners will represent GSCS at the Griffin RESA Regional Literacy Days competition in February 2026. The following
students were awarded first, second, and third place in the following categories:
Poetry Recitation:
6th Grade - Miracle Jenkins (1st place)
7th Grade - Keion Bacon (2nd place)
8th Grade - Chloe Lipscomb (1st place)
Ready Writing:
6th Grade - Shaw Daisy (3rd place)
7th Grade - Tyce Robinson (3rd place)
8th Grade - Laila Olukoya (1st place)
Drama:
The Time Keeper - (2nd Place)
Karson Garland (7th)
Kamilla Fagundez (8th)
Saralynn Mercius (8th)
Paisley Roberts (8th)
Bella Chay Chay (6th)
Cordasia Howard (8th)
Congratulations to Our Kennedy Road Cougars Literacy Team!
3 months ago, Jaleshia Smarr
National School Counseling Week 2026 (#NSCW26) is Feb. 2-6, 2026, to celebrate the unique contributions of school counselors. The theme this year is School Counselors Amplify Student Success. Thank you, GSCS School Counselors, for all you do to amplify the success of our students!
3 months ago, Griffin-Spalding County Schools
3 months ago, Griffin-Spalding County Schools
Congratulations to the Kennedy Road Math Team for earning 3rd place in the Griffin RESA Math Competition!
A special shout-out to our amazing team members:
*Leonardo Chay
*Laila Olukoya
*Natalie Ramos
*Carmen Rodriguez
*Violet Yum
We are so proud of your hard work, teamwork, and math skills---way to represent Kennedy Road!
3 months ago, Jaleshia Smarr
Griffin-Spalding County Schools (GSCS) will follow normal operations and the normal schedule tomorrow, Monday, February 2, 2026. Morning temperatures will be cold, so be sure to dress students warmly and limit their time outside. Parents may use the transportation app to track their student's bus (using their student ID to login - same as computer and lunch number). Visit
www.gscs.org/page/transportation to download the "My Ride K-12 App".
3 months ago, Adam Pugh
Way to go KRMS! Congratulations to KRMS Math Team for placing 3rd at the RESA Math Competition! KRMS Math Team includes: Laila Olukoya, Carmen Rodriguez, Natalie Ramos, Violet Yum & Leonardo Chay
Sponsor: Dr. Brandee Murrah
3 months ago, Griffin-Spalding County Schools
All GSCS athletic and extracurricular activities for this weekend, Jan. 31- Feb. 1, are cancelled due to the threat of potential winter weather.
3 months ago, Griffin-Spalding County Schools
🎉 Congratulations to the KRMS Math Competition Team! 🎉
We are so proud of our amazing students for earning 3rd place in the Griffin RESA Middle School Math Competition! 🧠📐
Your hard work, dedication, and problem-solving skills truly paid off. You represented Kennedy Road Middle School with excellence and Cougar pride! 🐾💙
A big thank you to our coaches and supporters who helped make this achievement possible. Way to go, mathematicians—we’re so proud of you! 👏
#KRMSProud #CougarStrong #MathChampions #GriffinRESA
3 months ago, Brandice Shackleford
January is mentorship month. GSCS recognized our amazing mentors at the recent board of education meeting. Thank you mentors! Your service and influence are so very important. For anyone interested in mentoring a student contact Kathy Rhodes with the Spalding Collaborative -
kathy@spaldingcollaborative.com 3 months ago, Adam Pugh
KRMS Stakeholders meeting Feb. 10 at 10:00 a.m. or 5:30 p.m.
We want your input!
Pre-registration is required for refreshments.
If you need a link for the virtual option at 10:00 a.m. email
tiana.fowler@gscs.org3 months ago, Kennedy Road Middle School
Just in case you missed our January Parent Workshop. Here is a handout to get the information:)
3 months ago, Kennedy Road Middle School
GSCS is hosting a Job Fair on Saturday, February 7, 2026, from 9-11 a.m. at 277 E. Poplar Street. Scan the QR code to register.
3 months ago, Griffin-Spalding County Schools
GSCS continues to work closely with Spalding County EMA to monitor the weather conditions. The latest forecast indicates that ice accumulation is possible in Griffin-Spalding County. Out of an abundance of caution, no staff or students should report to school/work on Monday, January 26. A decision regarding Tuesday will be made on Monday. The safety of our students and staff is our top priority. Please use caution and stay safe.
3 months ago, Griffin-Spalding County Schools
GSCS is working closely with Spalding County EMA and weather services to monitor conditions related to a weather system that is expected to bring cold temperatures, precipitation and possible ice to our area over the weekend. We will continue to monitor this situation and will provide any updates regarding school operations for Monday via our parent communication system (phone message, text, e-mail, app), social media outlets and the district website at
www.gscs.org. Thank you, stay weather aware and safe.
3 months ago, Adam Pugh
CCRPI System Single Scores Announced by State DOE - GSCS Improving
3 months ago, Griffin-Spalding County Schools
Drop by GRCCA tomorrow between 4 -6 p.m. to meet and speak with the new GSCS Superintendent, Dr. Donald Warren.
3 months ago, Griffin-Spalding County Schools
Ms. Smikes’ 6th Grade ELA students are hard at work mastering Standard 6.T.T.3.a! This week, students focused on recognizing and explaining key argumentative techniques. To bring this standard to life, students participated in a fun and engaging Snowball Activity ❄️. By sharing ideas, analyzing arguments, and collaborating with classmates in an interactive way.
3 months ago, Brandice Shackleford
January is #NationalMentoringMonth, and GSCS wants to spotlight some of our amazing mentors! Thank you, Joanne, for building special relationships with our students! Shaping one young person's story can transform countless others. #MentorshipMatters If you are interested in becoming a mentor, please get in touch with Kathy Rhodes at
Kathy@spaldingcollaborative.com.
3 months ago, Griffin-Spalding County Schools
January is #NationalMentoringMonth, GSCS wants to spotlight a few of our mentors to recognize them and express our heartfelt gratitude for the profound impact they have on our students. Thank you, Melinda O., for serving so many of our students and families. You are truly making a difference! If you are interested in becoming a mentor, please contact Kathy Rhodes at
Kathy@spaldingcollaborative.com.
3 months ago, Griffin-Spalding County Schools
