Spalding High School

GSCS will host a job fair on December 16, 2025, at the Flint River Regional Library. Scan the QR code to register!

GSCS Department of Exceptional Students is hosting a Parent Expo on December 4 from 5-7 p.m. at the Griffin Region College & Career Academy.

If you missed the last one in October, Griffin-Spalding County Schools invites grandparents to attend a Town Hall Meeting for grandparents helping their GSCS student grandchildren.
This meeting, hosted by Board of Education Chairman R. Syntel Brown with district leaders, is scheduled for Thursday, December 11, from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. in the parent resource center in the GSCS Central Office "B Building" (facing Taylor Street). The address is 234 E. Taylor Street, Griffin, Georgia 30224. Grandparents will receive updates and learn about helpful resources.
Please use the following link to sign up to attend. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScWqzm_B76SxeFH39VH_kiR1V4iIDzua3nbRGvv-3S1I2Dkig/viewform

Today, Thursday, November 20, 2025, is the 31st National Parent Involvement Day. On this day, we recognize and celebrate the powerful role parents and families play in supporting student success. The GSCS Department of Federal Programs would like to take this opportunity to honor parents, caregivers and families for their dedication and commitment. Let's continue to work together to strengthen our partnership to enhance your scholar's educational journey.

GSCS Schools Make Strong Strides in 2025 CCRPI Performance! The College and Career Ready Performance Index (CCRPI) is Georgia’s statewide accountability system used to measure how well schools and districts are preparing students for success at the next grade level, graduation and postsecondary opportunities. The 2025 CCRPI results were released on November 12, 2025. The data reveals that Griffin-Spalding County Schools (GSCS) improved in 12 of the 13 components. READ MORE: https://5il.co/3sfsw

GSCS Interim Superintendent Dr. Donald Warren said, “These gains reflect the hard work of our teachers, leaders, students and families. While we still have work to do, this momentum shows that GSCS is on the path toward sustained improvement and we will continue pushing forward together. These results show what is possible when everyone is aligned and working with purpose. I am incredibly proud of our staff and students, and I know this is only the beginning of what GSCS will achieve.”

Today, over 400 Griffin-Spalding County School System (GSCS) Student Athletes attended the seasonal Beyond Self Athletes Assembly, an event dedicated to empowering the next generation of leaders. Students heard an inspiring keynote address from U.S. Army Veteran and Olympic Gold Medalist Melvin Pender. Also, during the assembly, through a partnership with AT&T and Beyond Self, 50 new laptops were given out to deserving student-athletes from the fall sports season, providing critical technology access to families in the community.

Some student athletes who received a new laptop were nominated by their coach for demonstrating the three R’s: Respect yourself, Respect others and take Responsibility. Others received a laptop for completing the captain’s workshop and serving as Key People of Influence for the winter season. Then, a lucky few were chosen after answering questions correctly about the program and the keynote speaker.
Read More: https://5il.co/3sfd8

All GSCS schools and offices will be closed Nov. 24-28, for Thanksgiving Break. Give thanks with family and friends!

FREE IS GOOD… and so is FREE COLLEGE TUITION! 🎓

Did you know high school students can earn up to 30 hours of FREE college tuition while still in high school? Join us for a Dual Enrollment Registration Event at Spalding High School!
📅 When: Thursday, November 20 at 5:00
📍 Where: Spalding High School

At this event, you’ll learn about:
✅ Career Programs
✅ High School Career Pathways
✅ Dual Enrollment opportunities

💡 Who’s Invited: Current 9th, 10th, and 11th graders interested in Dual Enrollment for the 2026-2027 school year. Remember, students must attend with a parent or guardian.

➡️ Click HERE to RSVP Today! https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdK1X2RuUlCvUZ-e6WywDNHB5E8MVnEpwupp-iEXvpqncux8g/viewform?usp=dialog

#GSCS #GRCCA #DualEnrollment #FreeCollege #CareerReady #FutureIsBright #MGA #SCTCTigers #GoSCTC #GSCHighlandersForward

GSCS is proud to announce our district’s Governor’s Honors nominees! Congratulations to these exceptional students as they begin the Governor’s Honors process this month.

GSCS and Butts County Schools' Exceptional Students had an awesome day at the Special Olympics Track & Field Event today at Spalding High School! Students kicked off the event with a parade, then competed in track and field events and played developmental games. Thank you to everyone who helped make this event so fun and special for our students! Shout out to the SHS Blue Jag Funk Marching Band, chorus and student volunteers!

Check out our Community Resources webpage, which provides resources for students and families in Griffin -Spalding County: https://www.gscs.org/page/community-resources

#SchoolPsychWeek is an annual opportunity to recognize the important role our school psychologists have in helping our students thrive in school, at home and in life. This year's theme, "Finding Your Path," reflects the ways that school psychologists help students, families and school communities set and achieve their goals. Join us in celebrating the work of our school psychologists and the difference they make every day. Thank you!

GSCS Athletics is hosting a Winter Sports Media Day starting at 4 p.m. on Tuesday, November 4, in the GSCS Board Room. Coaches and student-athletes from GHS and SHS will be present to answer questions about their upcoming seasons.
You are invited to attend the event or view the live-stream at: https://youtube.com/live/C9LFA1zRHAw?feature=share

Tentative Schedule:
Rifle - 4 p.m.
Swim - approx. 4:25 p.m.
Wrestling - approx. 4:50 p.m.
Girls Basketball - approx. 5:20 p.m.
Boys Basketball - approx. 6:00 p.m.

Yesterday, the Chamber of Commerce hosted a ribbon-cutting at Fairmont Community Center for the new book vending machine. We are so thankful that so many people turned out to support this continued commitment to improving literacy in Griffin-Spalding! This was a great collaboration between the city, county, chamber, school system, Partners In Education and many other organizations.

Hey, Jags! Friday is the last day to pre-order a yearbook for the low price of $60. Starting Nov. 1st the price will increase to $70. Don't miss out on this deal.

GSCS families, please give us your input before October 31.

Don't forget! Annual @Griffin_RCCA + @SoCrescentTech Fall Festival Oct 23 | 5–7 PM
Huge thanks to Premier Sponsor @BankWithUnited!
@AWSCloud @CaterpillarInc @HomeDepot @Delta bringing the fun.
Vendor spots going fast: http://bit.ly/4mOY62R
@GriffinSpalding #CTAEDelivers