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
January 28, 2026
Dear GSCS Students, Families and Staff,
Some rumors, flyers and social media posts have been circulating regarding an effort to stage a walkout at one or more of our high school campuses. This is not a safe course of action. While Griffin-Spalding County Schools (GSCS) believes in First Amendment rights and personal expression in a peaceful way, we cannot allow a walkout. Our top priority is the safety and security of our students. If students exit the school building, it will disrupt instructional time, and we will not be able to ensure their safety.
Students who wish to express their views on national issues should do so in a way that does not compromise their safety, impact the instructional day or interrupt school operations. Disruption of school operations is against the student code of conduct and may result in disciplinary consequences. Also, any class time missed will not be excused. We acknowledge the value of civic engagement but recommend emailing or calling your congressman or finding other ways to express your beliefs outside of school hours and off school property. Our high school administrative teams are happy to work with student leaders to help them find safe and responsible ways to express themselves.
Parents, please discuss this matter with your students. Parents, students and staff, thank you for helping us maintain safe learning environments in our schools.
Sincerely,
Dr. Donald Warren
GSCS Superintendent
Read More at - https://aptg.co/Pp1_hN
Dear GSCS Students, Families and Staff,
Some rumors, flyers and social media posts have been circulating regarding an effort to stage a walkout at one or more of our high school campuses. This is not a safe course of action. While Griffin-Spalding County Schools (GSCS) believes in First Amendment rights and personal expression in a peaceful way, we cannot allow a walkout. Our top priority is the safety and security of our students. If students exit the school building, it will disrupt instructional time, and we will not be able to ensure their safety.
Students who wish to express their views on national issues should do so in a way that does not compromise their safety, impact the instructional day or interrupt school operations. Disruption of school operations is against the student code of conduct and may result in disciplinary consequences. Also, any class time missed will not be excused. We acknowledge the value of civic engagement but recommend emailing or calling your congressman or finding other ways to express your beliefs outside of school hours and off school property. Our high school administrative teams are happy to work with student leaders to help them find safe and responsible ways to express themselves.
Parents, please discuss this matter with your students. Parents, students and staff, thank you for helping us maintain safe learning environments in our schools.
Sincerely,
Dr. Donald Warren
GSCS Superintendent
Read More at - https://aptg.co/Pp1_hN
Calling all incoming freshmen and parents/guardians!
#GHS is hosting a Rising Ninth Grade Registration and information session Wednesday January 28th at 6 PM in the GHS commons. Come see what being a #Bear is all about!
Griffin will be going to Spalding High for a combined senior night Tuesday Jan 27, 2026.
The event will begin at 5:30 pm.
Please come and support both of these growing programs and the seniors that have worked to build them up!!!!
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.
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.
Congratulations to these amazing #GHS scholars who received ON THE SPOT acceptance to #PaineCollege in Augusta!
We are GRIFFIN!
#AIM Higher!
Time again for the amazing #GHS #BEARS to show what they know!
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.
Parents and scholars, check the counselor's page for a HUGE collection of scholarships to help you afford college or technical school. These are updated often so check back frequently!
CCRPI System Single Scores Announced by State DOE - GSCS Improving
🎓📚 GA Tutor Is Still Available for GHS Scholars! 📚🎓
Parents and scholars, GA Tutor is here to help Griffin High School students finish the school year strong with FREE one-on-one tutoring in:
✅ Math
✅ Science
✅ Language Arts
✅ Social Studies
✨ Why GA Tutor?
💻 100% online sessions
⏰ Available after school hours
👩🏫 Tutoring provided by Georgia-certified teachers
📈 Flexible, convenient, and designed to support academic success
This is a great opportunity for scholars who need extra support, want to boost confidence, or are aiming to AIM Higher academically.
🔗 Learn more and get started here:
https://gavirtuallearning.org/gatutor/
🔗Get More Information and Schedule a Tutoring Session: https://gavirtuallearning.org/students/gatutor-student-information/
✨ Don’t wait—let’s finish the year strong and confident!
#GHSAimsHigher #GATutor #FreeTutoring #StudentSuccess #GeorgiaStudents #FinishStrong
Parents and scholars, GA Tutor is here to help Griffin High School students finish the school year strong with FREE one-on-one tutoring in:
✅ Math
✅ Science
✅ Language Arts
✅ Social Studies
✨ Why GA Tutor?
💻 100% online sessions
⏰ Available after school hours
👩🏫 Tutoring provided by Georgia-certified teachers
📈 Flexible, convenient, and designed to support academic success
This is a great opportunity for scholars who need extra support, want to boost confidence, or are aiming to AIM Higher academically.
🔗 Learn more and get started here:
https://gavirtuallearning.org/gatutor/
🔗Get More Information and Schedule a Tutoring Session: https://gavirtuallearning.org/students/gatutor-student-information/
✨ Don’t wait—let’s finish the year strong and confident!
#GHSAimsHigher #GATutor #FreeTutoring #StudentSuccess #GeorgiaStudents #FinishStrong
Last week the #GHS #Bears welcomed the rising 9th graders and showed them a little taste of the exciting educational and extracurricular activities that await them next year!
We are so excited to have you, class of #2030!
We are so excited to have you, class of #2030!
Drop by GRCCA tomorrow between 4 -6 p.m. to meet and speak with the new GSCS Superintendent, Dr. Donald Warren.
Griffin High School is excited to share information about an upcoming international travel experience, Destination: Paris to the Pyrenees, scheduled for June 2–11, 2027. Scholars and families interested in learning more are invited to attend a formal informational meeting today to review trip highlights, travel details, and next steps.
📅 Meeting Date: Tuesday, January 20, 2026
⏰ Time: 5:00–5:30 PM (ET)
📍 Location: Virtual (Google Meet)
🔗 Join Link: https://meet.google.com/ygk-fraf-cux
This meeting is open to Griffin High School scholars and families interested in global learning and travel opportunities. We look forward to sharing more about this exciting experience.
📅 Meeting Date: Tuesday, January 20, 2026
⏰ Time: 5:00–5:30 PM (ET)
📍 Location: Virtual (Google Meet)
🔗 Join Link: https://meet.google.com/ygk-fraf-cux
This meeting is open to Griffin High School scholars and families interested in global learning and travel opportunities. We look forward to sharing more about this exciting experience.
See the special edition GSCS Community Community E-Newsletter - use this link https://conta.cc/49C4CoL
Tuesday, January 20, is an At-Home Learning Day for Students and a District Professional Learning Day for Staff.
School Board Names Warren as GSCS Superintendent
On Tuesday, January 13, the Griffin-Spalding Board of Education appointed Dr. Donald Warren as the superintendent of the Griffin-Spalding County School System (GSCS).
Dr. Warren has 33 years of experience in education and has served GSCS for almost 10 years. He has served as the interim superintendent for the last eight months and also for four months in 2020. He has served as the GSCS Deputy Superintendent since 2021, overseeing district operations. Warren began with GSCS in 2017 as the GSCS Executive Director of Secondary Education, where he supervised all middle and high school principals along with career and technical education.
Dr. Warren came to GSCS after serving as the Director of Curriculum and Instruction & Director of Learning and Leadership for Henry County Schools for five years. He spent much of his career in the Houston County School District as a high school mathematics teacher, assistant principal (elementary and middle) and principal in Warner Robins.
READ MORE: https://5il.co/3tdgc
On Tuesday, January 13, the Griffin-Spalding Board of Education appointed Dr. Donald Warren as the superintendent of the Griffin-Spalding County School System (GSCS).
Dr. Warren has 33 years of experience in education and has served GSCS for almost 10 years. He has served as the interim superintendent for the last eight months and also for four months in 2020. He has served as the GSCS Deputy Superintendent since 2021, overseeing district operations. Warren began with GSCS in 2017 as the GSCS Executive Director of Secondary Education, where he supervised all middle and high school principals along with career and technical education.
Dr. Warren came to GSCS after serving as the Director of Curriculum and Instruction & Director of Learning and Leadership for Henry County Schools for five years. He spent much of his career in the Houston County School District as a high school mathematics teacher, assistant principal (elementary and middle) and principal in Warner Robins.
READ MORE: https://5il.co/3tdgc
Congratulations to the 9th grade boys basketball team. They defeated Upson-Lee and advanced to the league championship. The Bears will travel to Jackson for the championship game on Wednesday at 5:00. Please come out and support our Bears!
All GSCS schools and offices will be closed on Monday, January 19, in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
