High school girls: Join Griffin’s first-ever Girls in Public Works Day on Oct. 3! Explore careers, try hands-on equipment, and meet women leaders making an impact in their communities. Scan the QR code on the flyer to register! #GirlsInPublicWorks
GHS Celebrates Coach Jennifer Hill During Interscholastic Athletic Administrator’s Week
Griffin High School is proud to celebrate our Athletic Director, Coach Jennifer Hill, during Interscholastic Athletic Administrators' Week!
Coach Hill is a dedicated leader and a tremendous supporter of Griffin High School Athletics. Her hard work, leadership, and commitment to our scholar-athletes, coaches, teams, and school community make an impact each and every day.
Much of the work of an athletic administrator happens behind the scenes. From coordinating athletic events and supporting coaches to encouraging scholar-athletes and ensuring our athletic programs continue to represent excellence, pride, and Bear Spirit, Coach Hill works tirelessly to help our athletic programs succeed.
Her commitment goes beyond athletics. Through her leadership, Coach Hill helps provide our scholars with opportunities to develop teamwork, discipline, perseverance, responsibility, leadership, and school pride—skills that will serve them well beyond their time at Griffin High School.
During Interscholastic Athletic Administrators' Week, we proudly recognize Coach Hill for the time, energy, heart, and dedication she pours into Griffin High School Athletics.
Coach Hill, we see you, we appreciate you, and we celebrate you! Thank you for all you do for our scholars, coaches, athletic programs, and the entire Bear Family. Your leadership truly helps us fulfill our mission to Impact Every Scholar Every Day!
💚💛 Happy Interscholastic Athletic Administrators' Week, Coach Hill!
🐻 Go Bears!
Griffin High School is proud to celebrate our Athletic Director, Coach Jennifer Hill, during Interscholastic Athletic Administrators' Week!
Coach Hill is a dedicated leader and a tremendous supporter of Griffin High School Athletics. Her hard work, leadership, and commitment to our scholar-athletes, coaches, teams, and school community make an impact each and every day.
Much of the work of an athletic administrator happens behind the scenes. From coordinating athletic events and supporting coaches to encouraging scholar-athletes and ensuring our athletic programs continue to represent excellence, pride, and Bear Spirit, Coach Hill works tirelessly to help our athletic programs succeed.
Her commitment goes beyond athletics. Through her leadership, Coach Hill helps provide our scholars with opportunities to develop teamwork, discipline, perseverance, responsibility, leadership, and school pride—skills that will serve them well beyond their time at Griffin High School.
During Interscholastic Athletic Administrators' Week, we proudly recognize Coach Hill for the time, energy, heart, and dedication she pours into Griffin High School Athletics.
Coach Hill, we see you, we appreciate you, and we celebrate you! Thank you for all you do for our scholars, coaches, athletic programs, and the entire Bear Family. Your leadership truly helps us fulfill our mission to Impact Every Scholar Every Day!
💚💛 Happy Interscholastic Athletic Administrators' Week, Coach Hill!
🐻 Go Bears!
GHS Celebrates Sue Cook on IT Professionals Appreciation Day
Griffin High School is proud to recognize Sue Cook in celebration of IT Professionals Appreciation Day!
Sue plays an important role in supporting our school by helping ensure that our technology remains up and running and ready to meet the needs of our staff and scholars. Her hard work, dedication, patience, and willingness to assist others help keep our classrooms connected and support teaching and learning throughout GHS.
Technology is an essential part of what we do each day, and we appreciate Sue for working behind the scenes to troubleshoot problems, provide support, and help keep our technology systems operating smoothly.
Sue’s commitment to Griffin High School helps us fulfill our mission to Impact Every Scholar Every Day!
💚💛 Thank you, Sue, for your dedication to our school, staff, and scholars. The GHS Bear Family appreciates you and all that you do! 💛💚
Happy IT Professionals Appreciation Day!
Griffin High School is proud to recognize Sue Cook in celebration of IT Professionals Appreciation Day!
Sue plays an important role in supporting our school by helping ensure that our technology remains up and running and ready to meet the needs of our staff and scholars. Her hard work, dedication, patience, and willingness to assist others help keep our classrooms connected and support teaching and learning throughout GHS.
Technology is an essential part of what we do each day, and we appreciate Sue for working behind the scenes to troubleshoot problems, provide support, and help keep our technology systems operating smoothly.
Sue’s commitment to Griffin High School helps us fulfill our mission to Impact Every Scholar Every Day!
💚💛 Thank you, Sue, for your dedication to our school, staff, and scholars. The GHS Bear Family appreciates you and all that you do! 💛💚
Happy IT Professionals Appreciation Day!
💻🔧 Happy IT Professional Day! 🔧💻
Today, we celebrate the incredible IT professionals who keep our schools connected, secure & running smoothly every day!
From troubleshooting technology challenges to supporting classrooms, protecting our systems, and helping staff and students stay connected, your expertise and dedication make a tremendous difference across our school district.
Thank you for being the problem-solvers, innovators, and behind-the-scenes heroes who help keep learning moving forward! We appreciate all that you do! 💙
Happy IT Professional Day! 🎉
Today, we celebrate the incredible IT professionals who keep our schools connected, secure & running smoothly every day!
From troubleshooting technology challenges to supporting classrooms, protecting our systems, and helping staff and students stay connected, your expertise and dedication make a tremendous difference across our school district.
Thank you for being the problem-solvers, innovators, and behind-the-scenes heroes who help keep learning moving forward! We appreciate all that you do! 💙
Happy IT Professional Day! 🎉
Check out this week's athletics schedule! Go bears!! 🐻🐻🐻💚💛💚
EF Tours Online Informational Meeting: Paris to the Pyrenees
Griffin High School invites parents, guardians, and scholars to attend an upcoming EF Tours Online Informational Meeting for our international trip, Paris to the Pyrenees.
This meeting will provide families with an opportunity to learn more about the trip, the travel experience, and important information for scholars who may be interested in participating.
Meeting Details:
Date: Friday, September 18, 2026
Time: 5:30 p.m.–6:25 p.m.
Location: Online via Google Meet
Link: https://meet.google.com/fkg-sqpw-ysf
International travel gives scholars an opportunity to experience new cultures, explore history firsthand, broaden their perspectives, and create lasting memories through learning beyond the classroom.
We encourage all interested families to join us online to learn more about this exciting opportunity.
Griffin High School invites parents, guardians, and scholars to attend an upcoming EF Tours Online Informational Meeting for our international trip, Paris to the Pyrenees.
This meeting will provide families with an opportunity to learn more about the trip, the travel experience, and important information for scholars who may be interested in participating.
Meeting Details:
Date: Friday, September 18, 2026
Time: 5:30 p.m.–6:25 p.m.
Location: Online via Google Meet
Link: https://meet.google.com/fkg-sqpw-ysf
International travel gives scholars an opportunity to experience new cultures, explore history firsthand, broaden their perspectives, and create lasting memories through learning beyond the classroom.
We encourage all interested families to join us online to learn more about this exciting opportunity.
🎓 Juniors & Seniors — The PROBE College Fair is Coming!
Griffin High School juniors and seniors have the opportunity to attend the PROBE College Fair on November 18! This is a great chance to meet representatives from colleges and universities, explore different schools and programs, and learn more about your options after high school.
📅 Date: November 18
🎓 Who Can Attend: 11th & 12th Grade Students
📝 Registration is REQUIRED to attend!
📲 Sign Up Here:
PROBE Fair Registration
Students may also scan the QR code on the flyer to register.
💚💛 Don’t miss your chance to explore your college options and start planning for your future!
Griffin High School juniors and seniors have the opportunity to attend the PROBE College Fair on November 18! This is a great chance to meet representatives from colleges and universities, explore different schools and programs, and learn more about your options after high school.
📅 Date: November 18
🎓 Who Can Attend: 11th & 12th Grade Students
📝 Registration is REQUIRED to attend!
📲 Sign Up Here:
PROBE Fair Registration
Students may also scan the QR code on the flyer to register.
💚💛 Don’t miss your chance to explore your college options and start planning for your future!
School safety is a shared responsibility! GSCS September Safety Tips.
📣 PSAT Registration is OPEN for 9th & 11th Grade Students!
Griffin High School 9th and 11th graders have the opportunity to take the PSAT on Tuesday, October 27, 2026! 📝
The PSAT is a great opportunity for students to practice college entrance exam skills, identify their academic strengths, and learn where they may need additional growth.
📅 Test Date: October 27, 2026
💵 Cost: $20
⏰ Registration & Payment Deadline: September 18, 2026
🎟️ Spots are first come, first served!
📲 Register Here:
https://www.myschoolbucks.com/ver2/prdembd?ref=ZZI5ZS404404TIM_ZZ6CCCBI2IGUIDQ
Students may also scan the QR code on the flyer to register.
⚠️ Please note: Completing the registration form alone does not secure a testing spot. Students must complete the form AND submit the $20 payment by September 18 so testing materials can be ordered.
Griffin High School 9th and 11th graders have the opportunity to take the PSAT on Tuesday, October 27, 2026! 📝
The PSAT is a great opportunity for students to practice college entrance exam skills, identify their academic strengths, and learn where they may need additional growth.
📅 Test Date: October 27, 2026
💵 Cost: $20
⏰ Registration & Payment Deadline: September 18, 2026
🎟️ Spots are first come, first served!
📲 Register Here:
https://www.myschoolbucks.com/ver2/prdembd?ref=ZZI5ZS404404TIM_ZZ6CCCBI2IGUIDQ
Students may also scan the QR code on the flyer to register.
⚠️ Please note: Completing the registration form alone does not secure a testing spot. Students must complete the form AND submit the $20 payment by September 18 so testing materials can be ordered.
Ready to make a difference in students' lives while building a rewarding career? Join us for our GSCS Recruitment Fair! 🎓💙
We’re looking for passionate, dedicated individuals who want to join a team committed to student success.
Come meet our team, explore career opportunities, learn about our benefits, and discover how you can make an impact in our schools and community!
We’re looking for passionate, dedicated individuals who want to join a team committed to student success.
Come meet our team, explore career opportunities, learn about our benefits, and discover how you can make an impact in our schools and community!
GHS Curriculum Night – Mission: Impact!
Griffin High School invites our parents, guardians, and scholars to join us for Curriculum Night on Thursday, September 24, 2026, at 4:30 p.m. at Griffin High School.
Curriculum Night is an opportunity for families to connect with our teachers and learn more about their scholar’s courses, curriculum, academic expectations, and the supports and resources available at GHS. Families will have an opportunity to:
📚 Meet our teachers
📖 Learn about course content and expectations
🎓 Explore academic supports and resources
🤝 Discover ways to get involved
📈 Learn ways to support their scholar’s academic success
We encourage our Bear Family to come out, ask questions, gather information, and partner with us as we continue working toward stronger academic outcomes for every scholar.
📅 Thursday, September 24, 2026
⏰ 4:30 p.m.
📍 Griffin High School
For more information, please contact Dr. Dedrey Elam, GHS Parent Liaison, at 770-229-3752 ext. 27121 or dedrey.elam@gscs.org.
💚💛 Mission: Impact — Together, We Can Impact Every Scholar Every Day!
Griffin High School invites our parents, guardians, and scholars to join us for Curriculum Night on Thursday, September 24, 2026, at 4:30 p.m. at Griffin High School.
Curriculum Night is an opportunity for families to connect with our teachers and learn more about their scholar’s courses, curriculum, academic expectations, and the supports and resources available at GHS. Families will have an opportunity to:
📚 Meet our teachers
📖 Learn about course content and expectations
🎓 Explore academic supports and resources
🤝 Discover ways to get involved
📈 Learn ways to support their scholar’s academic success
We encourage our Bear Family to come out, ask questions, gather information, and partner with us as we continue working toward stronger academic outcomes for every scholar.
📅 Thursday, September 24, 2026
⏰ 4:30 p.m.
📍 Griffin High School
For more information, please contact Dr. Dedrey Elam, GHS Parent Liaison, at 770-229-3752 ext. 27121 or dedrey.elam@gscs.org.
💚💛 Mission: Impact — Together, We Can Impact Every Scholar Every Day!
GHS 4½-Weeks Progress Reports Went Home Today
Griffin High School families, 4½-weeks progress reports went home today with all GHS scholars.
We encourage parents and guardians to take a few minutes to review their scholar’s grades and academic progress. This is an important opportunity to celebrate areas of success and identify any areas where additional support may be needed.
If you have questions or concerns about your scholar’s progress, please contact Griffin High School or schedule a Parent-Teacher Conference to speak with your scholar’s teacher(s).
Parent-Teacher Conference Registration Link:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfvdxN7BxijIFH5vhhpyUU9gFBmpzmSg6zw7B6szezEmYSwLg/viewform?usp=dialog
Thank you for continuing to partner with us in supporting the academic success of our scholars as we work to Impact Every Scholar Every Day! 💚💛
Griffin High School families, 4½-weeks progress reports went home today with all GHS scholars.
We encourage parents and guardians to take a few minutes to review their scholar’s grades and academic progress. This is an important opportunity to celebrate areas of success and identify any areas where additional support may be needed.
If you have questions or concerns about your scholar’s progress, please contact Griffin High School or schedule a Parent-Teacher Conference to speak with your scholar’s teacher(s).
Parent-Teacher Conference Registration Link:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfvdxN7BxijIFH5vhhpyUU9gFBmpzmSg6zw7B6szezEmYSwLg/viewform?usp=dialog
Thank you for continuing to partner with us in supporting the academic success of our scholars as we work to Impact Every Scholar Every Day! 💚💛
Love robotics—or ready to give it a try? Join the @SoCresentTech VEX Robotics Club to design, build, code, and compete! Participation is completely FREE for @GriffinHS & @SpaldingHigh, but only a few spots remain. Scan the QR code and apply today! @GriffinSpalding #CTAEDelievers
Students in Ms. Camp's class created model computers 💻🖱️using household items to be able to understand and identify computer parts and their functions. ‧₊˚✩ ₊˚💻⊹♡
Put on your boots and celebrate learning with fun line dancing! GSCS Literacy & Line Dancing Town Hall is tomorrow, Sept. 3, from 5-7 p.m. Sign up at https://form.jotform.com/261738798624070.
If you’ve ever wondered what the DNA in your food looks like, here you go! 🧬🍓 Our ninth-grade Biology students successfully extracted DNA from strawberries during a fun, hands-on investigation. They were excited to observe the white, stringy DNA become visible right before their eyes!
📚✨ September is Attendance Awareness Month! ✨📚
Every school day matters! When students attend school regularly, they have more opportunities to learn, build relationships, participate in activities, and reach their full potential.
This September, let’s work together to make every day count. Families, teachers, staff, and our entire community all play an important role in supporting good attendance.
🎯 Be Present. Be Powerful. Be Your Best!
Together, we can make attendance a priority and help every student stay on the path to success. 💙
#AttendanceAwarenessMonth #StudentSuccess #SchoolAttendance
Every school day matters! When students attend school regularly, they have more opportunities to learn, build relationships, participate in activities, and reach their full potential.
This September, let’s work together to make every day count. Families, teachers, staff, and our entire community all play an important role in supporting good attendance.
🎯 Be Present. Be Powerful. Be Your Best!
Together, we can make attendance a priority and help every student stay on the path to success. 💙
#AttendanceAwarenessMonth #StudentSuccess #SchoolAttendance
Ms. Emmerick's class came to the library to practice their argumentative writing ✍📝 Students practiced developed a strong positive claim and supporting it with evidence and reasoning 🧠🧮🧐
Let's celebrate our hard work! Happy Labor Day! All GSCS schools and offices will be closed on Monday, September 7th.
September 2026 GHS Newsletter & Upcoming Events
The September 2026 Griffin High School Monthly Newsletter is now available under the Family Resources tab on the GHS website. We encourage all parents, guardians, and scholars to review the newsletter for important school updates, resources, and information about upcoming events.
Please mark your calendars for the following September 2026 events:
Monday, September 7 – Labor Day – No School
Wednesday, September 9 – 1st 9 Weeks Mid-Term Progress Reports Sent Home
Wednesday, September 9 – GHS School Council Meeting at 4:30 p.m. in the GHS Media Center
Wednesday, September 16 – Parent-Teacher Conferences at 3:30 p.m. in the GHS Commons
Thursday, September 24 – GHS Literacy Night at 4:30 p.m.
Parent-Teacher Conference Registration
Families planning to attend Parent-Teacher Conferences on September 16 are encouraged to register in advance using the link below:
Parent-Teacher Conference Registration:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfvdxN7BxijIFH5vhhpyUU9gFBmpzmSg6zw7B6szezEmYSwLg/viewform?usp=publish-editor
The registration link is also available on our school website, social media platforms, and through your email.
We look forward to seeing our Bear Family at these upcoming events and continuing to work together to support the success of every scholar.
Together, we can Impact Every Scholar Every Day!
The September 2026 Griffin High School Monthly Newsletter is now available under the Family Resources tab on the GHS website. We encourage all parents, guardians, and scholars to review the newsletter for important school updates, resources, and information about upcoming events.
Please mark your calendars for the following September 2026 events:
Monday, September 7 – Labor Day – No School
Wednesday, September 9 – 1st 9 Weeks Mid-Term Progress Reports Sent Home
Wednesday, September 9 – GHS School Council Meeting at 4:30 p.m. in the GHS Media Center
Wednesday, September 16 – Parent-Teacher Conferences at 3:30 p.m. in the GHS Commons
Thursday, September 24 – GHS Literacy Night at 4:30 p.m.
Parent-Teacher Conference Registration
Families planning to attend Parent-Teacher Conferences on September 16 are encouraged to register in advance using the link below:
Parent-Teacher Conference Registration:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfvdxN7BxijIFH5vhhpyUU9gFBmpzmSg6zw7B6szezEmYSwLg/viewform?usp=publish-editor
The registration link is also available on our school website, social media platforms, and through your email.
We look forward to seeing our Bear Family at these upcoming events and continuing to work together to support the success of every scholar.
Together, we can Impact Every Scholar Every Day!
