Black History Spirit Week is here! Kennedy Road Middle School students are encouraged to participate in Black History Spirit Week, February 23–27, 2026. Join us as we celebrate Black history, culture, and contributions through themed dress-up days and school-wide activities. Let’s show our school pride and unity!
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GSCS is offering FREE Eyes/Ears/Dental/Nutrition (EED) Screenings! Mark your calendars: February 27 & March 6 from 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. in the GSCS South Cafeteria (234 E. Taylor Street)
about 1 hour ago, Griffin-Spalding County Schools
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Second Semester Progress Reports will be sent home with students today. Please note they will be printed on pink paper for easy identification.
1 day ago, Jaleshia Smarr
Progress Report Cards
This week, middle and high school spring student athletes participated in the Beyond Self Athletes' Assembly, led by Community Partner and Mentor David Johnson. The Beyond Self Athlete Program is meant to grow student leadership skills, build character and improve school culture. Athletes were told they are all Persons Of Influence (POI) and the importance of the 3 R's: Respect Yourself, Respect Others and Take Responsibility. Keynote Speaker Tunji Adebayo inspired student-athletes to develop the skills and attitudes they need to recognize their potential.
1 day ago, Griffin-Spalding County Schools
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All GSCS schools & offices will be closed for Presidents' Day & Winter Break February 16-20, 2026.
1 day ago, Griffin-Spalding County Schools
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Kennedy Road Middle School invites students, staff, families, and friends to join us in celebration of our 2026 Homecoming and Black History Month Program on February 26th from 5:00 PM–7:00 PM at Kennedy Road Middle School Gym.

This special event will highlight school spirit, student talent, and the rich contributions of Black history. We look forward to celebrating with our Cougar community! 🐾

3 days ago, Jaleshia Smarr
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🚨⚽ **DOUBLE THE PRIDE, DOUBLE THE ENERGY!** ⚽🚨
**CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR 2025–2026 GIRLS & BOYS SOCCER TEAMS!**

The season is HERE and the excitement is REAL! 💪🔥 Huge congratulations to our **2025–2026 Girls and Boys Soccer Teams**—two squads ready to bring heart, hustle, and nonstop determination to the field. These student-athletes are prepared to compete, grow, and represent our school with pride every time they lace up.

This year is all about teamwork, discipline, and leaving everything on the pitch—from kickoff to final whistle. We can’t wait to watch both teams make plays, make memories, and make this season one to remember!

Let’s go soccer family—this is OUR year! 💙⚽💥
#GirlsSoccer #BoysSoccer #OneTeamOneFamily #GameOn #2025–2026Season
6 days ago, Jaleshia Smarr
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Important Reminder! GSCS is hosting a Job Fair this Saturday, February 7, 2026, from 9-11 a.m. at 277 E. Poplar Street. Scan the QR code to register or just show up!

6 days ago, Griffin-Spalding County Schools
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On December 8-10, 2025, Griffin Spalding County Schools held their annual Literacy Days competition. Students across
the district expressed their creativity in: K-2 Read Aloud, K-8 Poetry Recitation, K-8 Drama, and grades 3-8 Ready Writing.
There was a high level of participation from all elementary and middle schools, with almost 200 participants. First-place
winners will represent GSCS at the Griffin RESA Regional Literacy Days competition in February 2026. The following
students were awarded first, second, and third place in the following categories:

Poetry Recitation:
6th Grade - Miracle Jenkins (1st place)
7th Grade - Keion Bacon (2nd place)
8th Grade - Chloe Lipscomb (1st place)

Ready Writing:
6th Grade - Shaw Daisy (3rd place)
7th Grade - Tyce Robinson (3rd place)
8th Grade - Laila Olukoya (1st place)

Drama:
The Time Keeper - (2nd Place)
Karson Garland (7th)

Kamilla Fagundez (8th)

Saralynn Mercius (8th)

Paisley Roberts (8th)

Bella Chay Chay (6th)

Cordasia Howard (8th)

Congratulations to Our Kennedy Road Cougars Literacy Team!

9 days ago, Jaleshia Smarr
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National School Counseling Week 2026 (#NSCW26) is Feb. 2-6, 2026, to celebrate the unique contributions of school counselors. The theme this year is School Counselors Amplify Student Success. Thank you, GSCS School Counselors, for all you do to amplify the success of our students!
10 days ago, Griffin-Spalding County Schools
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Mark your calendars! GSCS Pre-K Registration for the 2026-27 school year will be held February 26-March 20, 2026. For required documents and online registration, visit https://www.gscs.org/o/gscss/page/central-registration
10 days ago, Griffin-Spalding County Schools
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Congratulations to the Kennedy Road Math Team for earning 3rd place in the Griffin RESA Math Competition!

A special shout-out to our amazing team members:
*Leonardo Chay
*Laila Olukoya
*Natalie Ramos
*Carmen Rodriguez
*Violet Yum

We are so proud of your hard work, teamwork, and math skills---way to represent Kennedy Road!
10 days ago, Jaleshia Smarr
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Griffin-Spalding County Schools (GSCS) will follow normal operations and the normal schedule tomorrow, Monday, February 2, 2026. Morning temperatures will be cold, so be sure to dress students warmly and limit their time outside. Parents may use the transportation app to track their student's bus (using their student ID to login - same as computer and lunch number). Visit www.gscs.org/page/transportation to download the "My Ride K-12 App".
11 days ago, Adam Pugh
GSCS will follow normal operations and schedule tomorrow (photo of school bus)

Way to go KRMS! Congratulations to KRMS Math Team for placing 3rd at the RESA Math Competition! KRMS Math Team includes: Laila Olukoya, Carmen Rodriguez, Natalie Ramos, Violet Yum & Leonardo Chay
Sponsor: Dr. Brandee Murrah

13 days ago, Griffin-Spalding County Schools
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All GSCS athletic and extracurricular activities for this weekend, Jan. 31- Feb. 1, are cancelled due to the threat of potential winter weather.
13 days ago, Griffin-Spalding County Schools
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🎉 Congratulations to the KRMS Math Competition Team! 🎉

We are so proud of our amazing students for earning 3rd place in the Griffin RESA Middle School Math Competition! 🧠📐

Your hard work, dedication, and problem-solving skills truly paid off. You represented Kennedy Road Middle School with excellence and Cougar pride! 🐾💙

A big thank you to our coaches and supporters who helped make this achievement possible. Way to go, mathematicians—we’re so proud of you! 👏

#KRMSProud #CougarStrong #MathChampions #GriffinRESA

14 days ago, Brandice Shackleford
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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
14 days ago, Adam Pugh
National Mentoring Month
GSCS Mentors
Mentors from Masonic Lodge 317
Firemen and First Responder Mentors
January is Mentorship Month
KRMS Stakeholders meeting Feb. 10 at 10:00 a.m. or 5:30 p.m.
We want your input!
Pre-registration is required for refreshments.
If you need a link for the virtual option at 10:00 a.m. email tiana.fowler@gscs.org
15 days ago, Kennedy Road Middle School
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Just in case you missed our January Parent Workshop. Here is a handout to get the information:)

15 days ago, Kennedy Road Middle School
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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.

16 days ago, Griffin-Spalding County Schools
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