A.Z. Kelsey Academy

Today is National Tradesman Day! Let's celebrate and honor all of the skilled tradespeople for their essential skills and hard work!

2026-2027 & 2027-2028 GSCS School Calendars Survey
Please take a minute to complete the GSCS Thought Exchange Survey, offering your feedback on the 2026-2027 and 2027-2028 school calendars. The survey is accessible using the QR code on the flier or by clicking on this link: https://my.thoughtexchange.com/scroll/735732876/welcome
View the 2026-27 calendar options at: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1NMXw08dxJjVyyFZY8-7ApyKl7IeZY6JUTbhVm4DYL3Y/edit?tab=t.0
View the 2027-28 calendar options at: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1KGNzyOILkxEjwjM-DrBDWZ5HYdaERE1YLi-NGRl9hfw/edit?tab=t.0

Today is IT Professionals Day! Our schools and students rely on technology for everything from lesson plans to attendance. Today, let's celebrate our IT professionals who keep our computer systems running smoothly and securely. We appreciate the work you do behind the scenes to ensure our students, teachers and schools are always connected!

Great month @GSCS_CTAE and WBL@GriffinSpalding @GriffinHS @SpaldingHS #CTAEDelievers. We now have an app that allows our WBL students to search through jobs in our area. The @USAirforce visited our @JoinArmyROTC students! So proud of our WBL students http://bit.ly/4n06xJo

This month, all GSCS schools will help fight hunger in our community by participating in the Manna From Above Food Drive. You can help by sending canned goods to school with your students this month.

GSCS is excited to share that our Fall Fling 5K and Bazaar will be held on Saturday, September 27, 2025! Register to participate in the 5K or just plan to come shop from our employee vendors. The event proceeds will benefit staff and teacher appreciation initiatives throughout the district.

All GSCS schools & offices will be closed on Monday, September 1, 2025, in celebration of Labor Day.

Reminder that our CTAE England 2027 Student Trip info meeting is this week on Thursday! RSVP now: https://rsvp.eftours.com/yk64mw4

GSCS Recruitment Fair - August 20, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Southern Crescent. Register today!

Don't miss out on our England 2027 Trip info meeting on Aug 21 at 6PM! Get the details by RSVPing here: https://rsvp.eftours.com/yk64mw4

Attention GSCS Families: Check out these important student health reminders and resources.
2025-26 GSCS Immunization Non-Compliant Letter: https://5il.co/3nn8k
2025-26 GSCS Student Health Guidelines Letter: https://5il.co/3nn8w

Don't miss out on our England 2027 Trip info meeting on Aug 21 at 6PM! Get the details by RSVPing here: https://rsvp.eftours.com/yk64mw4

GSCS is producing its first-ever district-wide musical! Auditions are open to all GSCS students in grades K–12. Auditions will be held this Saturday, August 16th. For more information, contact jennifer.wilson@gscs.org.

GSCS is excited to announce the District Literacy Kickoff, launching a new year of learning with a strong focus on reading! As part of our RISE (Read Inspire Succeed Everyday) reading initiative, student-athletes from across the district have showcased books to inspire younger readers and promote the importance of literacy both on and off the field. Join us as we celebrate a community-wide commitment to building strong readers and lifelong learners!

GSCS is planning an unforgettable student trip to England in Spring 2027! Come learn more at our info session on Aug 21 @ 5PM at Griffin Region CCA. RSVP now: https://rsvp.eftours.com/yk64mw4

On July 28 & 29, GSCS teamed up with Wellstar EMS, Spalding County Fire, Spalding EMA, and Griffin-Fire Rescue to provide Cardiac Emergency Response training for teams from every school/campus in the district. Each team member received their CPR/AED certification and an invaluable experience in scenario-based drills. We aim to equip staff with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to respond decisively in emergency situations. Special thanks to Adam Marat, Glenn Polk, and Matthew Perry for their instrumental roles in these sessions.

2026 GSCS Fall Parent Survey - Your voice is needed! Help us make it a great year!

English Survey Link:
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/NDQ9B3R

Spanish Survey Link:
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/MM76X6F

Today is Day One in the District! Thank you to all of the Partners In Education, volunteers and community members who welcomed back our students and staff this morning. We had over 260 volunteer greeters representing over 55 businesses, organizations, civic groups, municipalities and churches! We are off to a successful 2025-2026 school year! Thank you for supporting GSCS! #GSCSDayOne2025

Tomorrow is GSCS Day One in the District! Use this link https://boothpics.com/booth/0coy8l tomorrow to show us your Day One smiles with our virtual Day One in the District photo booth!

For the 2025-2026 school year, all GSCS middle and high schools will continue implementing a clear bookbag policy. The entire bookbag should be transparent, clear plastic or see-through mesh, allowing the contents inside the bookbag to be known. Small purses (that are not clear) are allowed but should be smaller than 5 inches by 9 inches. Lunch boxes that are not clear are also allowed but should only be used to transport lunch.