Kennedy Road Middle School

November is Family Engagement Month! As we celebrate Family Engagement Month, GSCS wants to take this opportunity to celebrate you! Whether you’re helping with homework, attending conferences, volunteering or simply making sure your child attends school every day, we thank you. Your engagement helps build a strong foundation for success. We are grateful for the many ways you contribute to our district’s growth and to your child’s educational journey.

about 16 hours ago, Griffin-Spalding County Schools

GSCS and Butts County Schools' Exceptional Students had an awesome day at the Special Olympics Track & Field Event today at Spalding High School! Students kicked off the event with a parade, then competed in track and field events and played developmental games. Thank you to everyone who helped make this event so fun and special for our students! Shout out to the SHS Blue Jag Funk Marching Band, chorus and student volunteers!

5 days ago, Griffin-Spalding County Schools

Dear Parents and Guardians,

This is a friendly reminder that the Kennedy Road Middle School Girls Basketball Team will have practice tomorrow from 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM in the Kennedy Road Gym.

Please make sure your student-athlete arrives on time, dressed appropriately for practice, and brings water to stay hydrated.

Thank you for your continued support of our Lady Cougars! We’re looking forward to a great practice and an even greater season ahead. 🐾

5 days ago, Jaleshia Smarr

Check out our Community Resources webpage, which provides resources for students and families in Griffin -Spalding County: https://www.gscs.org/page/community-resources

5 days ago, Griffin-Spalding County Schools

Girls Flag Football Schedule Update
Location Change: Games will now be played at Spalding High School today.

Updated Game Times:

5:30 PM: Harris County Carver vs. Kennedy Road
6:30 PM: Kennedy Road vs. Cowan Road

Please spread the word to players, families, and fans!

6 days ago, Jaleshia Smarr

Today, during a special signing day ceremony, five GSCS eighth-grade students were named recipients of a $10,000 REACH Georgia Scholarship. Congratulations to Cyron Anthony (Carver Road Middle School), Kyndell Bullock (Rehoboth Road Middle School), Carter Greer (Kennedy Road Middle School), Emily Montoya (Cowan Road Middle School) and Sofia Vargas (Carver Road Middle School)! READ MORE: https://5il.co/3s0so

7 days ago, Griffin-Spalding County Schools

🎓🐾 COUGAR EXCELLENCE SHOWCASE 🐾🎓

Join us as we celebrate Kennedy Road Middle School’s finest! 🌟

📅 Friday, November 7, 2025
📍 Cougar’s Gym

We’re recognizing students for their outstanding attendance, academic achievement, and Student of the Month honors. 👏

Families are warmly invited to attend and share in this proud moment! 💫

Let’s honor our amazing Cougars and their commitment to excellence! ❤️🖤🤍

#CougarExcellence #KennedyRoadPride #StudentSuccess #CougarNation #AcademicAchievement #ProudToBeAKennedyCougar

7 days ago, Jaleshia Smarr

#SchoolPsychWeek is an annual opportunity to recognize the important role our school psychologists have in helping our students thrive in school, at home and in life. This year's theme, "Finding Your Path," reflects the ways that school psychologists help students, families and school communities set and achieve their goals. Join us in celebrating the work of our school psychologists and the difference they make every day. Thank you!

8 days ago, Griffin-Spalding County Schools

🎃👻 KENNEDY ROAD COSTUMES WERE SPOOKTACULAR! 👻🎃

Wow, Cougars — you crushed Halloween this year! 💥
From superheroes to spooky ghosts, funny fits to creative masterpieces, the halls of Kennedy Road Middle School were filled with nothing but style, spirit, and smiles! 😄🧛‍♀️🧙‍♂️🕸️

We loved seeing everyone get into the Halloween fun — thank you for bringing your energy, creativity, and Cougar pride to make it such a memorable day! 🐾🖤❤️🤍

Drop your favorite costume pics in the comments below or tag us so we can see your spooky spirit! 📸✨

#KennedyRoadPride #CougarSpirit #SpookySeason #BestCostumes #KRMSHalloween #CougarNation

12 days ago, Jaleshia Smarr

🎉🏈 BIG SHOUTOUT TO THE LADY COUGARS! 🏈🎉
What a week! You brought the heat, showed the hustle, and secured TWO WINS for our squad! 🤩

Your teamwork, determination, and Cougar pride lit up the field. You made our whole school stand tall—and we couldn’t be prouder! 🐾

Let’s keep this momentum rolling: eyes on the next game, minds set on greatness, and hearts locked in on victory. Let’s go Lady Cougars! 💪🔥

#LadyCougars #KennedyRoadPride #FlagFootball #2WinsThisWeek #CougarNation

13 days ago, Jaleshia Smarr

Congratulations to our Top Readers in BeanStack during October! Kendrick Percell logged 1642 minutes and Addyson Crook logged 1352 minutes. It's no Trick only Treats for these two. Keep up the GREAT work reading and logging in BeanStack!

13 days ago, Kennedy Road Middle School

🏀 KENNEDY ROAD COUGARS — BOYS BASKETBALL TRYOUTS! 🏀

Think you’ve got the skills to lead the pack? 👀
This is your shot to join the Kennedy Road Middle School Boys Basketball Team! 💪

📅 October 29th & October 30th
📍 Kennedy Road Middle School Gym
🕓 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM

Bring your hustle, confidence, and game — we’re building a team that’s ready to dominate this season! 💥
Let’s see who’s ready to represent the Cougars on the court! 🐾

Must upload Physical to Rank One in order to tryout (NO Exceptions)
Can NOT be failing more than 1 class
Must wear appropriate gym attire (Gym Shoes, Shorts, T-Shirts)

#KennedyRoadHoops #CougarPride #BoysBasketball #Tryouts #GameTime

13 days ago, Jaleshia Smarr

🏀 KENNEDY ROAD LADY COUGARS — TRYOUT TIME! 🏀

Think you’ve got what it takes to run the court? 👀
This is your shot to join the Kennedy Road Middle School Girls Basketball Team! 💪

📅 November 4th & 5th
📍 Kennedy Road Middle School Gym
🕓 4:30 PM – 5:45 PM

Bring your energy, hustle, and heart — we’re building something special this season! 💥
Let’s see who’s ready to represent the Lady Cougars! 🐾

Must have Physical Uploaded into Rank One.
Can NOT be failing more than 1 class.
Wear Appropriate Gym Attire (Gym shoes, Shorts, T-Shirts)

#LadyCougars #KennedyRoadHoops #GirlsBasketball #Tryouts #GameTime

13 days ago, Jaleshia Smarr

Yesterday, the Chamber of Commerce hosted a ribbon-cutting at Fairmont Community Center for the new book vending machine. We are so thankful that so many people turned out to support this continued commitment to improving literacy in Griffin-Spalding! This was a great collaboration between the city, county, chamber, school system, Partners In Education and many other organizations.

14 days ago, Griffin-Spalding County Schools

Congratulations to our 2025 recipients of a $10,000 REACH Georgia Scholarship: Carver Road Middle Students Sofia Vargas and Cyron Anthony, Cowan Road Middle Student Emily Montoya, Kennedy Road Middle Student Carter Greer and Rehoboth Road Middle Student Kyndell Bullock! These students were surprised in their classroom by GSCS Interim Superintendent Dr. Donald Warren, district leadership and their school leadership. The scholarships will be presented at a special signing ceremony at the Kiwanis Club of Griffin on November 5.
Each scholar who completes all program requirements will receive the $10,000 when they graduate to be used towards the cost of attending a two or four-year REACH Georgia program-eligible institution of their choosing. Local investments were made for each scholarship by Brightmoor Hospice, Chick-fil-A of Griffin, Marukan Vinegar, Kiwanis Club of Griffin & Rotary Club of Griffin.

15 days ago, Griffin-Spalding County Schools

GSCS families, please give us your input before October 31.

16 days ago, Griffin-Spalding County Schools

🎉 Happy National Principals Month to Principal Davis! 🎉
Thank you for being the heart of our school and the driving force behind our success. Whether cheering on students, supporting teachers, or leading with courage, you always go above and beyond. 🐾💙

Help us give a HUGE shoutout to Principal Davis—the leader who makes our school a better place every day!

Drop a ❤️ in the comments to show your appreciation!

19 days ago, Brandice Shackleford

Thanks to Rising Star Missionary Baptist Church for the AMAZING donation today! We appreciate ALL our partners in education. This donation will help our students focus on academics as some of their basic needs are met through your generosity. Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!

20 days ago, Kennedy Road Middle School

KRMS Book Fair Happening Now. Reading is the best way to improve ALL academic areas. Visit the Book Fair today!

20 days ago, Kennedy Road Middle School

As this is National School Bus Safety Week, GSCS would like to remind students, parents and drivers to use caution on dark mornings before school. Please see the image with safety tips.

21 days ago, Adam Pugh

Safety Tips for Children at Bus Stops and Walking to School, and for Drivers