All GSCS schools and offices will be closed in observance of Memorial Day on Monday, May 27.
GSCS Class of 2024 graduation ceremonies will all be live-streamed. Scan the QR codes or click on the links below:
A.Z. Kelsey Academy Ceremony (May 23 @ 9:30 a.m.) - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L5wyDpAMyCA
Spalding High Ceremony (May 23 @ 7 p.m.) - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UNmj7wvpsdQ
Griffin High Ceremony (May 24 @ 7 p.m.) - https://www.youtube.com/live/hsfmPMiW7Ig
@Griffin_RCCA had all four of the runnable aircraft on the field today. The Maintenance III Students did a lot of work on the planes this year. Sad to see this group leave, but looking forward to a new class this Fall. @GriffinSpalding #CTAEDelivers
A signing ceremony was held today for Griffin High School Seniors Jahlani Harris and Jonathan Lopez who signed their contracts to begin their employment with Caterpillar Inc.
This year GSCS collaborated with Caterpillar Inc. on a pilot program, Train, Learn, Grow. GRCCA worked with SCTC and Caterpillar to support manufacturing students in gaining valuable internship experiences at Caterpillar. Caterpillar opened its doors to two motivated and ambitious students, Jahlani and Jonathan, from GRCCA.
These students were able to work in multiple areas based on their dual enrollment experience with GRCCA in partnership with SCTC Instructor Don Rogers. The experience was successful for both Caterpillar and the students. Caterpillar hired both students to start working full-time this summer.
Caterpillar is excited to offer five students with this opportunity next year.
A number of Caterpillar executives attended the ceremony, including Jahlani and Jonathan’s mentors Eric Kersey and John Sunil.
Attendees included:
Griffin Mayor Doug Hollberg
Representatives Beth Camp and Karen Mathiak
Griffin Spalding Development Authority Executive Director David Luckie
SCTC President Dr. Irvin Clark
SCTC Dean Drew Todd
GSCS Superintendent Dr. Keith Simmons
GSCS Senior Cabinet Members
GRCCA Principal Chad Pruitt
GHS Principal Herbert Chambers
CTAE Director Kimberly Shepherd
Caterpillar Manufacturing Operations Director John Downey
Caterpillar Human Resources Representatives Rusty Taylor and Brittany Battle
Caterpillar Government Affairs Jan Moore
Caterpillar Corporate Affairs Lisa Miller
Caterpillar Manager Portia Bonner
Free Summer Meal Opportunities for Students (18 and under)
@GA_FFA what a wonderful recognition banquet at Griffin Regional College and Career Academy @GriffinSpalding #CTAEdelivers
May is Mental Health Awareness Month, a time to raise awareness about the vital role mental health plays in our overall health and well-being and provide resources and information to support individuals and communities that may need it. Get Ready for Mental Health Action Day on Thursday, May 16, 2024, and Wear GREEN! Mental Health Action Day encourages everyone to take action for themselves, their loved ones, or their community. #MentalHealthMatters #GoGreen
If you have concerns about your or someone else's mental health, please get in touch with a medical professional or call 988 for a free, confidential conversation.
This morning GSCS IT detected attempted suspicious activity from accounts outside our network. As a preventative precaution, the IT department has reset all student passwords. School Administrators will work with teachers to make students aware of their new passwords. This may impact software applications such as SAVAS, I-Ready, Edgenuity and HMH (today only). No data has been accessed. The GSCS network has not been compromised. This is a preventative measure. All staff accounts are secured via two-factor authentication and do not require a password reset. The safety measures put in place by GSCS IT in the past year helped to minimize this type of outside activity.
Thank you,
GSCS CTAE had an Educator Singing Day where eight Teaching as a Profession students committed to careers in education. GSCS offered these students a pre-contract to come back to GSCS after they graduate college. They also received a scholarship for two free classes at either Southern Crescent Technical College or a University. We are so proud of these students!
Dear Griffin-Spalding Parents and Staff,
GSCS is aware of potential inclement weather in the state of Georgia. We are in contact with meteorologists and are actively monitoring the weather. Processes are in place to ensure safety. We will keep you updated (via GSCS App, e-mail, text message, etc) if weather changes impact school operations.
Congratulations to the GSCS students who received scholarships today from Kiwanis Club of Griffin. Funds for these scholarships are raised via the pancake breakfast, disc golf tournament and three scholarship endowments. Scholarships awarded today totaled more than $16,000.00. Students and their colleges are: Miles Stansberry (UGA), Bethany Williamson (UGA), Jeremiah Norris (Kennesaw St.), Ayla Spencer (SCAD), Abigail Banks (Brewton-Parker), Brittain Gill (GA Southern), Ellie Foster (GA Southern). Great job students! Thank you Kiwanis! Photos include Kiwanis Club President Doug Hardwick and Scholarship Committee Chairperson Amy Dunham.
What important life skills and experiences do our students need to prepare them for success in learning and life? Please share your thoughts with us by participating in this ThoughtExchange. It will only take two minutes. Scan the QR Code or visit https://my.thoughtexchange.com/scroll/200516278/welcome. Thank you!
For our Educator Singing Day, we had 8 students commit to careers in education. @GriffinSpalding offered students a pre-contract to come back to GSCS after they graduate. They also received two classes for either SCTC or a University to go towards their programs. #CTAEDelivers
This Friday, May 3, is a GSCS Professional Learning Day (No Students).
May 1 is National School Principal Day! Let's acknowledge, celebrate & thank these educational school leaders who support and guide our teachers and students daily. We appreciate your hard work and commitment. Thank you!
🎓 Impressive achievement! GSCS boasts a 99% Career, Technical, and Agricultural Education (CTAE) graduation rate compared to the state average of 97.75%! CTAE pathways equip students for real-world success, reinforcing the relevance of career education. #CTAEdelievers #GeorgiaEducation
Happy Administrative Professionals Day to all the amazing individuals who keep our schools, departments and offices running smoothly! Your contributions are invaluable. Thank you for your hard work and dedication!
Today is National School Bus Driver Appreciation Day! Our school bus drivers play a crucial role in ensuring the safe transportation of our students, enabling them to receive education, participate in athletic activities, go on field trips, etc. Please take a moment to thank a bus driver and share your appreciation for all they do!
Sunday, GSCS 6th graders leave for the annual Junior Deputy Trip to Washington D.C. Did you know this is the 75th year of this annual trip!!! We'd like to collect photos from throughout the years. Share your photos from past trips to D.C. at jrdeputyprogram@spaldingcounty.com
GRCCA Students, the year has flown by and summer will be here before we know it. Take the remaining time and be sure to complete your work to be successful in your classes. Parents, I strongly encourage you to sit alongside your child to get a gauge of where they are as we approach the final months of the school year. SENIOR ALERT: We do not have access to college grades, therefore, it is imperative that seniors communicate to our staff if they are not progressing well in a course as it could affect your ability to graduate in just a couple of months. Parents, I must reiterate to please sit down with your son/daughter to review their grades so you're aware of their progress and can advocate for them as needed. Please see important dates and information below concerning GSCS Remote At-Home Learning Day, GRCCA Final Exams Dates, GRCCA Senior Awards Ceremony, End of COurse Assessments, PEER Tutoring Schedule, & Gordon State College Reminders.
GSCS Remote At-Home Learning Day: Friday, May 3
- GHS & SHS Students will observe the GSCS Virtual-At-Home Learning Day
- JHS, PCHS & ZHS Students can come to the GRCCA and remain in the Student Center
GRCCA Final Exams Dates
High School Final Exam dates will take place as follows:
- May 8-9 GRCCA High School Programs Final Exam Dates for Seniors
- May 20-21 GRCCA High School Programs Final Exam Dates for Underclassmen (May 15-16 for PCHS)
College Final Exam dates vary. Instructors are currently notifying students of Final Exam dates and expectations.
- May 8-9 Gordon State College Final Exam Window
- May 7-9 Southern Crescent Technical College Final Exam Window
GRCCA Senior Awards Ceremony
We would like to recognize all senior students that have accomplished certain achievements while attending the GRCCA Campus. Students who have earned one or more TCC’s, 18 or more core academic hours, or earned an Industry Credential will be notified. More information will be provided in May. As to not conflict with other high school ceremonies, seniors may choose from the following dates below to attend:
- Monday, May 20 from 5:00 to 6:00
- Tuesday, May 21 from 5:00 to 6:00
End of Course Assessments
- Students that have an End of Course (EOC) Assessment scheduled during a time in which they are scheduled for courses at the GRCCA, should remain at their home school to take the EOC. These students will be excused and should report to the GRCCA front office to complete the EOC Verification Form. All submittals will be verified prior to excusing the absence. Note: Dual Enrollment students taking college courses that align with required EOC courses to include American Literature and Composition, Algebra I and Biology must take the EOC for that course at their home school if they have not done so in previous years. The only allowed exemption is US History.
Upcoming College & Career Workshops at GRCCA
Two sessions at 10am & 1pm. Bring a friend! RSVP here: https://forms.gle/mnt7xJkYZiw8qZaK9
- Friday, April 26- Building Your Brand for College Admissions
- Friday, May 10- Interviewing Etiquette
PEER Tutoring Schedule
- In an effort to better support Student Achievement here at the GRCCA, we have initiated PEER Tutoring where students tutor students. Tutoring will take place in the Student Center. Direct interested students to Ms. Williamson, tami.williamson@gcscs.org, in the Student Center for more information.
Gordon State College Reminders
- In honor of your achievements, Gordon State College invites you to a special celebration for 2024 Dual Enrollment Graduates. To register for the event, click here: DE to FR Celebration. The event will be held on Tuesday, April 30 at 6:00 p.m. in the GSC Student Activity and Recreation Center, located on the main campus in Barnesville. We will recognize all graduating dual enrollment students and present each with a special cord to wear during your high school graduation ceremony. We also will recognize those of you who will attend Gordon State in the fall and announce the winners of the GSC Dual Enrollment to Freshman Scholarships. If you are attending Gordon State College in the fall and have not completed an updated application, click here: Application Update. To apply for the Dual Enrollment to Freshman Scholarship, click here: DE to FR Scholarship
- Again, we are excited about having you at the Griffin Region College & Career Academy. If you have any questions, please contact us via "Let's Talk" by clicking the following link, https://t2m.io/GRCCALetsTalk.
Sincerely,
Chad D. Pruitt 4/12/24
GRCCA CEO/Principal