Click HERE to meet the 2015 GSCS Classified Employees of the Year.
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Click HERE for the list of 2015-16 GSCS Teachers of the Year!
Click HERE to view the GSCS Teacher of the Year video.
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CONGRATS TO TWO GSCS TEACHERS WHO GRADUATED
FROM NOVA SOUTHEASTERN
UNIVERSITY THIS SUMMER
Dr. Joanna Johnson
Jordan Hill Elementary School
Dr. Pamela Kelley Ray
Moore Elementary School
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OCT. 2, 2015
7:30 AM
REGISTRATION
9 AM - TEE-OFF
CITY GOLF COURSE
Click HERE to view flyer.
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MOVE MORE.
LIVE MORE.
University of Georgia Extension invites
you to increase the physical activity level at your school in a fun, community-oriented way. Registration for this free program is open.
Implement Walk Georgia
at your elementary school...click HERE for
a How-to-Guide for Georgia Educators.
To learn more, please visit
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Main Street Players (MSP), Griffin's local semi-professional theater, is offering a deal just for GSCS. See In the Mood, a Class Act Cabaret production,
Aug. 14 & 15 at 7:30PM or Aug.16 at 3PM. Simply show your GSCS ID and get $5.00 off admission. MSP is located at 115 North Hill Street. Call 770-229-9916 to reserve tickets.
Click HERE to read more about Main Street Players presentation of In the Mood: A Class Act Cabaret
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When: October 3rd
Who: GSCS faculty, staff, and administrators
Where: Griffin High School
Time: 8AM until 2PM (Breakfast and lunch provided)
How much? Free but pre-registration is required
What is it? The Edcamp movement has gained in popularity over the last few years because it is not like traditional conferences in that there are no keynote speakers, there are no fees to attend and participants are encouraged to share their knowledge with others. Sessions are generated by the participants that morning. Some sessions are lead by teachers who want to share their knowledge regarding a topic. Others are simply conversations for those who want to learn more.
What do I bring? A WIFI capable device to access resources.
Questions? Contact Leslie Fagin or Robin Harris or follow us @EdcampGriffin on Twitter
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GRIFFIN RESA 2015-16 STUDENT COMPETITIONS
2015-2016 Regional Mathematics Contests
January 28, 2016 - Regional Middle School Math Contest
January 20, 2016 - Regional High School Math Contest
2015-2016 Regional Literacy Days
February 8, 2016, Grades K-2
February 9, 2016, Grades 3-5
February 10, 2016, Grades 6-8
2015-2016 Regional Science Fair
February 2, 2016
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 As I prepare for a new school year in a new position, I think more and more about what really matters. Our vision matters. It matters because when we transform our community through a quality public education, our students will have significantly brighter futures. GSCS is in a thriving area with a school system that is centered on college and career preparation. The Griffin Region College and Career Academy matters. Three dual-enrollment collegiate partners and four connected high schools in three school systems ensure that this forward-thinking educational program is poised to dramatically impact the futures of our students and our community. Our values matter. Competency, Open Communication, Loyalty, Defined Autonomy and Respect helped us navigate rough waters and yet remain upright. These values represent more than just one idea of integrity and good behavior; they are the very foundation of what matters as we work daily to be better than we were the day before. How we conduct ourselves on a daily basis transforms the character of our students who watch us and to our community that looks to us for leadership. What we do matters. We must be better every day. We must do our jobs well, communicate with others effectively and conduct ourselves with loyalty and integrity to this system. We must also work within our defined parameters, yet own our responsibilities and outcomes, and treat others with respect and courtesy. Who we are should be evident by what we do. We are the architects of our students' significant futures. Make no mistake; that is a tremendous responsibility. As I begin my new assignment as your superintendent, I ask you to join me in going that extra mile. Make the experience of every student a good one, every day. You are valued, and you are relevant to what we do. Welcome back, and to our new employees, welcome aboard! |
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 TEACHER PAY SCALE ADJUSTMENTS The Griffin-Spalding County School System contracted with Dennis Fordham, a salary study consultant, to evaluate the competitiveness of the system's pay scales with 12 other school districts. The districts chosen for comparison were either direct competitors for talent or a similar size district based on student count. The results of the study found that steps 0-9 of the Teacher Salary Schedule were below the group average while steps 10-23+ were above the group average. From these results, the recommendation to the Board of Education as part of the FY16 Budget included increases to the local supplement on steps 0-9 to a minimum of 6% of the State-based salary and grandfathered in any step that was already above the 6% base supplement. This change brings those steps, 0-9, to the group average to be more competitive. Steps 10+ were held the same since they were above the group average and deemed competitive. "The purpose of the salary study was to determine competitiveness not give raises," stated Ryan McLemore, chief financial officer. "No changes have been made to the last half of the scale since they have been and continue to be above the group average." Step and salary changes occur in September for 190-day employees. |
 BOARD BRIEFS
Click HERE to read the Aug. 4, 2015, board meeting briefs. |
 2015 EDUCATION CELEBRATION SPONSORS
Click HERE to view the
2015 Education Celebration sponsors.
Do you want to express your gratitude to the 2015 Education Celebration sponsors? Click HERE to get their contact information. |
 GSCS PREPARES FOR ADVANCED/SACS
RE-ACCREDITATION The Griffin-Spalding County School System (GSCS) is preparing for an AdvancED/SACS re-accreditation process. This process is a comprehensive program of internal and external review, supported by research-based standards and dedicated to helping schools, districts and education providers continuously improve. Currently, GSCS and each of its schools are fully accredited. Every school in the Griffin-Spalding County School System meets or exceeds the accreditation standards that support student achievement. In Spring 2017, the school district will host an AdvancED External Review Team to certify our district's accreditation for another five years. Read more... |
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CEO HIRED FOR GRIFFIN REGION COLLEGE AND CAREER
ACADEMY
The Griffin Region College and Career Academy (GRCCA) Board of Directors hired a CEO this month. Katy Arrowood was the CEO of the Athens Community Career Academy, named Georgia's College and Career Academy of the Year for 2014 - 2015. She begins her work in Griffin in late August.
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2015 NEW TEACHER SPONSORS
GSCS has over 130 new teachers for the 2015-16 school year! Special thanks to our New Teacher Orientation sponsors...
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*Alexander & Company
*Bovis, Kyle & Burch, LLC.
*PAGE
*Pilot Club of Griffin
*Rotary Club of Griffin
*Southern Credit Union
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*Valic Financial Advisors, Inc.
*ValuTeachers- (Greg Daniel)
*Walden Pointe Apartments
*Ashford Place
*First National Bank
*Underwriters
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2015-16 TRIBUNAL PANEL  MEMBERS APPROVED
The Board of Education has approved the following administrators to serve as tribunal panel members during the 2015-16 school year: Tom Ison, Tommy Ison, Kiawana Kennedy, Sharlene Patterson, Dexter Sands, Larry Jones, Gloria Brown, Natalie Wood, Stephanie Evans, Ken Bozeman and Tiffany Taylor.
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"Have the NERVE to SERVE; FEED the NEED to LEAD."
~ Keith L. Brown
Mr. I'm Possible
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 COMPLAINTS POLICY
It is the policy of GSCS to address and resolve complaints relating to school matters in an orderly and timely manner. The following procedures will be implemented to document, process, and resolve submitted complaints. Click HERE to review the Complaints Board Policy. Click HERE to review the Complaints and Grievances Procedure.
To access the Complaint Form click HERE.
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 WHAT IS FRAUD?
Fraud is a type of illegal act involving the obtaining of something of value through willful misrepresentation or a false representation of a material fact, whether by words or by conduct, by false or misleading allegations, or by concealment of that which should have been disclosed, which deceives another so that he cast, or fails to act to his detriment.
Employees who suspect that financial fraud, impropriety or irregularity has occurred shall immediately report those suspicions to their immediate supervisor, who shall have the primary responsibility for initiating necessary investigations.
Click HERE to review the Fraud Prevention Board Policy.
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5 ways to do it with help from Be Well SHBP Preventive care visits with your doctor can help you avoid illness and find and treat health conditions before they become serious. Good self-care habits keep you feeling your best from day to day. Whether you are currently managing a health condition or in perfect health, use these proactive strategies. 1. Update shots, stats and screenings 2. Monitor conditions and take medication 3. Fuel yourself with fiber-rich foods 4. Give yourself a daily dose of activity 5. Make time to sleep and de-stress Click HERE to learn more... |
 RESA PROFESSIONAL LEARNING COURSE CATALOG
Click HERE to view the 2015-16 RESA PLC Catalog.
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 UGA-GRIFFIN NEEDS YOUR INPUT
UGA-Griffin is gathering information to better serve our community and surrounding area.
Please help by clicking HERE to answer five questions about Masters degree offerings.
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Click HERE for our non-discrimination statement.
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Laura Beaber, Editor
GSCS Communications and Partnerships Department
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