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CENTRAL OFFICE
EMPLOYEES OF THE MONTH
Laura Youmans,
Nutrition Director
Laura is the perfect example of a leader! She is always helpful, resourceful, fair and supportive of all GSCS employees. She is always upbeat with a smile on her face and is ready to battle any situation that arises! Laura is willing to do whatever it takes to make
the GSCS team a success.
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GSCS EMAIL SIGNATURE FORMAT
EXAMPLE:
John Doe
(Job Title HERE)
Griffin-Spalding County School System (or school name)
216 South Sixth Street (or school address)
P. O. Drawer N
Griffin, GA 30224
770.229.3700
john.doe@gscs.org
Daring to do better!
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SUPT. SEARCH
EMPLOYEE
SURVEY
The BOE would appreciate
your feedback on important
characteristics for a new
superintendent.
Click HERE to take the survey.
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SHS STUDENT PLACES AT SKILLSUSA
STATE COMPETITION
SHS student, Madison
McGinnis represented her
school well at the SkillsUSA State Competitions.
Madison competed in
Electrical Residential Wiring
and received a Bronze
medal in recognition for
her hard work.
SkillsUSA is a partnership
of students, teachers and industries working together
to ensure America has a
skilled work force.
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GSCS STUDENT RECEIVES DIPLOMA FROM HB91
On Monday, March 30, Governor Nathan Deal
signed House Bill 91 (HB91) into law. This law provides
that students shall no
longer be required to earn
a passing score on any graduation tests to earn
a high school diploma.
The law also allows
students no longer enrolled
the ability to petition the
local board of education
for a diploma. GSCS students whose sole reason for not receiving a high school
diploma was due to not
passing any part of the graduation tests now have
the opportunity to petition
for a diploma.
On April 8, former Spalding
High student Emerson Demorris Furlow was the
first GSCS student to be approved under HB91 to receive his high school
diploma. He is now a high school graduate!
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Emerson Furlow with his son and Interim Superintendent Jim Smith
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BEARDEN'S TIPS ON LEADERSHIP
The Relentless Search for Better Ways:
A model for Collaborative Processes
Click HERE to view
handout.
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A.Z. Kelsey Academy Graduation
Friday, May 29 - 9:30 a.m. Griffin Auditorium
GHS Graduation
Friday, May 29 - 7 p.m. Memorial Stadium
SHS Graduation
Saturday, May 30 - 9 a.m. Memorial Stadium
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Spring has sprung! The weather is warmer, leaves are returning to the trees and the Braves are back on the baseball diamond. So far, the Braves have won all three of the games they've played. A great start with a long way to go. Then, there is the pollen which is affecting many of us; another sure sign spring is here. Take care of yourself so that we can finish the upcoming week strong and move into an enjoyable and restful spring break.
The Georgia Milestones testing has been a major focus this week. The requirement to test 30% of our students online has not been without challenges. We did experience some technical difficulties early in the week. But, thanks to the hard work of our testing coordinators and instructional technology team, testing progressed and was running smoothly by the end of the week. We have seen how flexible and resilient our students can be. Kudos to them for remaining focused. Thank you to all of our staff for supporting our students in such a fine manner.
One more week until Spring Break, let's make it a great one!
Sincerely,
Jim Smith
Interim Superintendent
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ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL APPOINTED FOR COWAN ELEM.
At the April Board of Education meeting, Karen Mizell was named the 2015-16 assistant principal for Cowan Road Elementary.
Mizell joins the Griffin-Spalding County School System from the Fayette County School System, where she has been an educator for almost 20 years. During that time she served as a middle school science and reading teacher, an elementary gifted teacher and an elementary administrative intern. Mizell was named the 2002 Georgia Middle School Science Teacher of the Year, nominated for the Presidential Award in Elementary Science, named an 11 Alive Class Act teacher and a Disney Teacher Award Nominee.
Read more...
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BOARD BRIEFS
Click HERE to view the Board of Education briefs from the April 7, 2015 meeting.
The next BOE Meeting is May 5, 2015.
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| | GSCS March MVP, Danny "Papa" Jester, from Orrs Elem. |
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| 2015 Young Georgia Author winners.
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| | (L-R): Mary Holmes (GHS STAR student), Cherry Weldon (GHS STAR teacher), Mary Ellen Cole (SHS STAR student) & Robert Burke (SHS STAR teacher). |
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| | Alicia Stratton from Jackson Road Elem. was named GSCS Media Specialist of the Year. |
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| | Capt. John Hamilton was recognized for his CERT efforts at GHS. |
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| | Jim Smith and Ryan McLemore being recognized for GSCS excellence in financial reporting. |
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| | Spalding for Schools committee members were recognized for their eSPLOST V efforts. |
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 GSCS SCHOLARSHIP AWARDED TO EMPLOYEE Maury Leach, paraprofessional at Kennedy Road Middle School, is the recipient of a GSCS scholarship offered to classified employees in the school system. The scholarship provides $1000 per recipient toward teacher certification. The GSCS employees who are eligible for consideration include: paraprofessionals, bus drivers, secretaries and other classified employees who are pursuing teacher preparation in an approved Georgia college or university program. Read more... |
 2015 SPRING OPEN ENROLLMENT ANNOUNCEMENT (for supplemental benefits only) 2015 Spring Open Enrollment dates for supplemental benefits only will be April 27 - May 15, 2015. Two benefit meetings are scheduled for Thursday,
April 30, in the GSCS Learning Center. The first meeting will be from 9:30 am-10:30 am and the second will be from 4:30 pm-5:30 pm. You can begin viewing the options on our benefits website: www.mygscsbenefits.com The available benefits during Spring Open Enrollment include dental, vision, disability, life and cancer/critical illness insurance. There are no changes with benefits during this open enrollment. If you are satisfied with your current coverage, it will automatically roll over July 1. Please make any contact or beneficiary changes during this time. Current benefit statements will be emailed to all employees who have an email on file in HR. |
Message from Director of Strategic Talent Management Mack Bullard Developing school leaders who are equipped with the knowledge, skills and dispositions needed to effectively lead schools is critical for improving student outcomes. GSCS is excited to begin the GSCS Quality Leaders Academy this fall. The GSCS Quality Leaders Academy will intentionally develop our leaders to meet the needs of our students and system today and in the future. With the help of several regional and state level leadership partners we will develop our school system leaders to increase student growth, achievement and organizational effectiveness. For more information visit the GSCS Quality Leaders Academy webpage. The application for the Aspiring Leaders, Aspiring Principals and District Office Leadership programs will be available online May 1, 2015. |
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A.Z. KELSEY STUDENTS EXPERIENCE THE MOST TRUSTED AIRLINE
A.Z. Kelsey students and staff had the opportunity to visit Delta Air Lines In-Flight Service Training Facility. Delta facilitators exposed students to aircraft safety procedures, a mock evacuation from a Boeing 757 and the requirements/expectations of a future flight attendant.
A.Z. Kelsey student Erandi Coronada said, "The mock evacuation was epic! Smoke filled the cabin and we actually got to slide down the emergency slide. It was an awesome experience!"
"For many of the students, this was their first time being
on an airplane. It was great to see many of the students excited about the possibility of becoming future Delta employees after graduation," stated Tonga Releford, A.Z. Kelsey teacher.
This experience was funded by a Griffin-Spalding Partners in Education grant.
 
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STRESSED OUT? LAUGH IT OFF!
 The month of April is Stress Awareness Month as well as National Humor Month. Well did you know that laughter reduces stress? When stressed, we produce a hormone called cortisol and laughter can significantly reduce cortisol levels.
Check out these other fun facts about how laughter can improve your health:
- Laughter Can Reduce Pain: Laughter causes us to produce endorphins, which are natural, pain-killing hormones.
- Laughter Strengthens the Immune System: A hearty laugh decreases stress hormones and increases production of T-cells, immune proteins and infection-fighting antibodies.
- Laughter Helps the Heart: When we laugh we increase blood flow and the function of blood vessels, which can help prevent cardiovascular problems.
- Laughter Relaxes the Whole Body: One good belly laugh can relieve physical tension and relax your muscles for up to 45 minutes.
- Laughter Helps You Recharge: By reducing stress levels and increasing your energy, laughter can help you focus and achieve more.
So if you are feeling stressed this is the perfect time to celebrate National Humor Month add a little humor into your daily routine. Start giggling!
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Laura Beaber, Editor
GSCS Communications and Partnerships Department
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