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A winning academic or athletic record is always a source of school pride. But pride is also found in the little things --the day-in, day-out, behind the scenes work -- that lay the foundation for the finished "product".
Progress in a school or in a school district is often truly defined by just those little things. Each small task that a student masters is celebrated with the confidence that it will lead to another, even greater, as every success builds on the one before. A school district's end product is measured as the graduating senior. A young adult who will go on to college or into the workforce equipped with the tools they need -- academically, technically and socially -- to succeed in our rapidly changing world.
This benchmark year of Unbridled Learning has provided us with an excellent roadmap to see just where we are and how far we have to go, with more useful directions on how to get there. College and career readiness programs in our schools and our classrooms are already providing students with tools they will need to make good life decisions.
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Community partners provide tremendous support as volunteers, as mentors and financially - both in and outside the classroom. Working with local industry our Technology Center will offer a new machining program this fall. This program will provide students with "career ready" skills to meet the high demand of Grayson County employers. These types of partnerships - with industry, businesses, government,healthcare, law enforcement and social agencies – provide benefit both our students and our community.
Like school districts across the state, Grayson County feels the funding crunch. Several grants have allowed us to do so much more for our students and their families. Two 21st Century Learning grants provide funding of tutoring, mentoring and enrichment opportunities for students K – 8 at our Middle School and soon at Wilkey Elementary.
A partnership among community, home, and school is crucial to the education of every student - even before a child enters our school system. We are one of only ten schools statewide to receive a Toyota bornlearning grant for preschoolers and their families. And an early childhood education grant is being used to partner with other early childhood providers for training in school readiness.
Grayson County Schools are student-centered. We believe that positive relationships are key to providing an environment where our children can learn and grow. From our forward thinking and dedicated board members to our senior administration, from our teachers and aides to cooks and bus drivers, each member of our collective staff makes our kids priority number one, day in and day out, as we continue Guiding Children to Succeed.
Barry Anderson
Superintendent
Grayson County Schools
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State Farm Agents Deliver “Training” Wheels - Hybrid cars aren’t generally seen at high schools, except maybe in the parking lots. So when Automotive teacher Roger Duvall came home from a hybrid training workshop last summer he was eager to see if he could find a way to provide this latest technology to students. According to Duvall, the number of hybrids is growing every year, along with a strong demand for service and repair technicians.
Realizing what a valuable addition this type of training would be for his own students’ set of skills, he called on some “good neighbors” for help. A passing mention to State Farm Agent Dale Woosley set the wheels in motion for a recently delivered 2007 Toyota Prius that awaits automotive students when they return to school next year.
As a former Director of Grayson County’s Tech Center, Woosley quickly recognized the value that hybrid know-how could bring to local students, and brainstormed the idea with Claim Team Manager Adam Ward. Through those conversations, Woosley made a connection with Claim Team Manager, Scott Organ, who saw the months-long process to fruition, turning what some may have seen as a pipedream into a reality for Grayson County students.
“By having this hybrid trainer, we hope to create interest for students who may want to pursue a career as an automobile technician,” said Duvall. The car’s value is close to $12,000, but to Grayson County Schools it is “priceless”.
In photo above: State Farm Agent Dale Woosley (far right) hands over the keys to Roger Duvall. Also pictured are Senior Agency Specialist Bryant McDonald (by Woosley) and State Farm Agent Carter Harrell.
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Exploring Their Options - Local companies MTD and Plastikon hosted tours for Wilkey 3rd graders to show students some of the career opportunities available both in the manufacturing field and in Grayson County. Robotics was a big subject of interest as students learned that the math skills they develop now could lead them into an exciting career. Thanks to both companies for opening their doors to this future workforce.
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Rapt(or) for Reading - Carpentry students got to help out a community partner in a unique way when they were asked to construct a dinosaur for the Grayson County Public Library’s summer reading program, which invites all ages to “Dig into Reading”. Both 3-foot and 6-foot replicas were delivered shortly before school was out and serve as “greeters” at both entrances.
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Savanna with Clarkson librarian, Kim Keys, and teacher Tonya Hill.
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Up for the Challenge - When Savanna Higdon started reading for the Clarkson 5th grade AR (Accelerated Reader) Challenge, she was simply doing something she enjoyed and helping her class. About halfway through the year, she realized that a 1,000-point goal wasn’t out of the question, and on the Friday before school was out, she reached that remarkable milestone. Savanna obviously likes to read, especially “fantasy, like Harry Potter and Percy Jackson,” and has already decided she wants to be a book critic when she grows up. Teacher Tonya Hill praised Savanna’s hard work, crediting her as inspiration for another classroom project. “Take a Look at My Book” is a series of student-scripted and produced podcasts about their favorite books.
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Art for (all) the Ages - Thanks to GCHS Art teacher, Beverly Dowell, and all her students who volunteered at Art in the Park. Creativity was everywhere as children flocked to the pavilion and activities specially designed by Ms. Dowell for budding young artists. The student booth boasted a wide array of talent, and was an incredibly popular spot throughout the day. (more photos)
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Make a Difference Day . . . By Day - GCMS Team 4 has been honored by the Kentucky Middle School Association for their exemplary collaborative work with middle school students. The Teaming Award is given annually to “Teams That Make a Difference” with middle schoolers.
From left, Shane Decker, Carla Butler, Lisa Robards, Lisa York and Wendy Butler have worked together for the past several years, supporting student achievement and providing enrichment to help them excel. As state winners, they will now pursue the national award given by the Association of Middle Level Educators.
(see official KMSA release)
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Ready for Their Close-Up - GCMS 7th graders and their parents recently toured Elizabethtown Community & Technical College for a close-up look at several of the technical programs including automotive, machining and robotics. Parents appreciated the opportunity for their children to see future possibilities. Several commented that they would now have an understanding of the fields they saw to make more informed decisions. These same students will visit WKU next fall as 8th graders. The ECTC tour for 7th graders will be on the schedule again next spring.
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Two is Better Than One - For the second year in a row eleven GCHSstudents have been accepted into the Governor’s Scholars Program, a five-week, summer residential program for outstanding Kentucky high school students between their junior and senior years.
Pictured from left are candidates for the Class of 2013 Kenadie Minton, Ashton Lindsey, Karlie Blain, Megan Poindexter, Madison Sedam, Morgan Uebelacker; back, l-r Bradley Hicks, Jackson Henderson, Aaron Zellers, Kaylan Shull and Mallory White. (more) |
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Rising “STARS” Advance to State - The Grayson County High School Chapter of FCCLA (Family, Career, and Community Leaders of America) recently both hosted and competed in Regional STAR (Students Taking Action with Recognition) Events. The STAR program provides students the opportunity to create, implement, and present a project to a panel of judges. With three teams competing in Culinary Arts, Chapter Showcase Display, and Entrepreneurship, Grayson County came away with both the gold and the silver. (more) |
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Future Problems No Problem for GCMS Team -The GCMS Future Problem Solving Team will advance to state after winning the regional championship for the second year in a row. Teams members are (l – r) Hannah Renfro, Kelsie Carwile, Faith Hart and Brendon Page. Each year teams are given problems to research and solve using a six-step process, with the top two at each level advancing. Already this year the team has tackled “Robotics” at district and “Megacities” (population of 10 million or more) at regionals. State will present an environmental issue with the category “Ocean Soup”. The team is a mix of experience levels. Renfro and Page are first-year FPS participants, Carwile has participated since 6th grade and Hart since 4th grade. They are coached by Ellen Thomas, who is in her tenth year of coaching FPS teams. |
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Rising “STARS” Advance to State - The Grayson County High School Chapter of FCCLA (Family, Career, and Community Leaders of America) recently both hosted and competed in Regional STAR (Students Taking Action with Recognition) Events. The STAR program provides students the opportunity to create, implement, and present a project to a panel of judges. With three teams competing in Culinary Arts, Chapter Showcase Display, and Entrepreneurship, Grayson County came away with both the gold and the silver. (more) |
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Ready for Their Close-up - The Toyota bornlearning Academy at Wilkey Elementary will be featured in an upcoming airing of KET’s Education Matters. The monthly program hosted by veteran public affairs reporter, Bill Goodman, explores educational issues in Kentucky. In May the series will turn its spotlight on kindergarten readiness, as Goodman and his guests explore kindergarten screening, and take a look at how preschools, parents, and informal learning experiences can help young children arrive at kindergarten ready to succeed and thrive.
The KET crew visited Wilkey during the April bornlearning session, a Teddy Bear Picnic, which focused on relationships. The local program will conclude in May with a graduation ceremony for all participants. Education Matters featuring Wilkey will premiere Monday, May 6, at 8 pm on KET, and air again May 9 at 2 pm. It will also air on KETKY on May 8 at 10 am, May 9 at 9 pm and May 22 at 10 am. All times are CDT.
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Ready for Their Close-up - The Toyota bornlearning Academy at Wilkey Elementary will be featured in an upcoming airing of KET’s Education Matters. The monthly program hosted by veteran public affairs reporter, Bill Goodman, explores educational issues in Kentucky. In May the series will turn its spotlight on kindergarten readiness, as Goodman and his guests explore kindergarten screening, and take a look at how preschools, parents, and informal learning experiences can help young children arrive at kindergarten ready to succeed and thrive.
The KET crew visited Wilkey during the April bornlearning session, a Teddy Bear Picnic, which focused on relationships. The local program will conclude in May with a graduation ceremony for all participants. Education Matters featuring Wilkey will premiere Monday, May 6, at 8 pm on KET, and air again May 9 at 2 pm. It will also air on KETKY on May 8 at 10 am, May 9 at 9 pm and May 22 at 10 am. All times are CDT.
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Ready for Their Close-up - The Toyota bornlearning Academy at Wilkey Elementary will be featured in an upcoming airing of KET’s Education Matters. The monthly program hosted by veteran public affairs reporter, Bill Goodman, explores educational issues in Kentucky. In May the series will turn its spotlight on kindergarten readiness, as Goodman and his guests explore kindergarten screening, and take a look at how preschools, parents, and informal learning experiences can help young children arrive at kindergarten ready to succeed and thrive.
The KET crew visited Wilkey during the April bornlearning session, a Teddy Bear Picnic, which focused on relationships. The local program will conclude in May with a graduation ceremony for all participants. Education Matters featuring Wilkey will premiere Monday, May 6, at 8 pm on KET, and air again May 9 at 2 pm. It will also air on KETKY on May 8 at 10 am, May 9 at 9 pm and May 22 at 10 am. All times are CDT.
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Ready for Their Close-up - The Toyota bornlearning Academy at Wilkey Elementary will be featured in an upcoming airing of KET’s Education Matters. The monthly program hosted by veteran public affairs reporter, Bill Goodman, explores educational issues in Kentucky. In May the series will turn its spotlight on kindergarten readiness, as Goodman and his guests explore kindergarten screening, and take a look at how preschools, parents, and informal learning experiences can help young children arrive at kindergarten ready to succeed and thrive.
The KET crew visited Wilkey during the April bornlearning session, a Teddy Bear Picnic, which focused on relationships. The local program will conclude in May with a graduation ceremony for all participants. Education Matters featuring Wilkey will premiere Monday, May 6, at 8 pm on KET, and air again May 9 at 2 pm. It will also air on KETKY on May 8 at 10 am, May 9 at 9 pm and May 22 at 10 am. All times are CDT.
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Ready for Their Close-up - The Toyota bornlearning Academy at Wilkey Elementary will be featured in an upcoming airing of KET’s Education Matters. The monthly program hosted by veteran public affairs reporter, Bill Goodman, explores educational issues in Kentucky. In May the series will turn its spotlight on kindergarten readiness, as Goodman and his guests explore kindergarten screening, and take a look at how preschools, parents, and informal learning experiences can help young children arrive at kindergarten ready to succeed and thrive.
The KET crew visited Wilkey during the April bornlearning session, a Teddy Bear Picnic, which focused on relationships. The local program will conclude in May with a graduation ceremony for all participants. Education Matters featuring Wilkey will premiere Monday, May 6, at 8 pm on KET, and air again May 9 at 2 pm. It will also air on KETKY on May 8 at 10 am, May 9 at 9 pm and May 22 at 10 am. All times are CDT.
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Ready for Their Close-up - The Toyota bornlearning Academy at Wilkey Elementary will be featured in an upcoming airing of KET’s Education Matters. The monthly program hosted by veteran public affairs reporter, Bill Goodman, explores educational issues in Kentucky. In May the series will turn its spotlight on kindergarten readiness, as Goodman and his guests explore kindergarten screening, and take a look at how preschools, parents, and informal learning experiences can help young children arrive at kindergarten ready to succeed and thrive.
The KET crew visited Wilkey during the April bornlearning session, a Teddy Bear Picnic, which focused on relationships. The local program will conclude in May with a graduation ceremony for all participants. Education Matters featuring Wilkey will premiere Monday, May 6, at 8 pm on KET, and air again May 9 at 2 pm. It will also air on KETKY on May 8 at 10 am, May 9 at 9 pm and May 22 at 10 am. All times are CDT.
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Ready for Their Close-up - The Toyota bornlearning Academy at Wilkey Elementary will be featured in an upcoming airing of KET’s Education Matters. The monthly program hosted by veteran public affairs reporter, Bill Goodman, explores educational issues in Kentucky. In May the series will turn its spotlight on kindergarten readiness, as Goodman and his guests explore kindergarten screening, and take a look at how preschools, parents, and informal learning experiences can help young children arrive at kindergarten ready to succeed and thrive.
The KET crew visited Wilkey during the April bornlearning session, a Teddy Bear Picnic, which focused on relationships. The local program will conclude in May with a graduation ceremony for all participants. Education Matters featuring Wilkey will premiere Monday, May 6, at 8 pm on KET, and air again May 9 at 2 pm. It will also air on KETKY on May 8 at 10 am, May 9 at 9 pm and May 22 at 10 am. All times are CDT.
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Ready for Their Close-up - The Toyota bornlearning Academy at Wilkey Elementary will be featured in an upcoming airing of KET’s Education Matters. The monthly program hosted by veteran public affairs reporter, Bill Goodman, explores educational issues in Kentucky. In May the series will turn its spotlight on kindergarten readiness, as Goodman and his guests explore kindergarten screening, and take a look at how preschools, parents, and informal learning experiences can help young children arrive at kindergarten ready to succeed and thrive.
The KET crew visited Wilkey during the April bornlearning session, a Teddy Bear Picnic, which focused on relationships. The local program will conclude in May with a graduation ceremony for all participants. Education Matters featuring Wilkey will premiere Monday, May 6, at 8 pm on KET, and air again May 9 at 2 pm. It will also air on KETKY on May 8 at 10 am, May 9 at 9 pm and May 22 at 10 am. All times are CDT.
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Ready for Their Close-up - The Toyota bornlearning Academy at Wilkey Elementary will be featured in an upcoming airing of KET’s Education Matters. The monthly program hosted by veteran public affairs reporter, Bill Goodman, explores educational issues in Kentucky. In May the series will turn its spotlight on kindergarten readiness, as Goodman and his guests explore kindergarten screening, and take a look at how preschools, parents, and informal learning experiences can help young children arrive at kindergarten ready to succeed and thrive.
The KET crew visited Wilkey during the April bornlearning session, a Teddy Bear Picnic, which focused on relationships. The local program will conclude in May with a graduation ceremony for all participants. Education Matters featuring Wilkey will premiere Monday, May 6, at 8 pm on KET, and air again May 9 at 2 pm. It will also air on KETKY on May 8 at 10 am, May 9 at 9 pm and May 22 at 10 am. All times are CDT.
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Ready for Their Close-up - The Toyota bornlearning Academy at Wilkey Elementary will be featured in an upcoming airing of KET’s Education Matters. The monthly program hosted by veteran public affairs reporter, Bill Goodman, explores educational issues in Kentucky. In May the series will turn its spotlight on kindergarten readiness, as Goodman and his guests explore kindergarten screening, and take a look at how preschools, parents, and informal learning experiences can help young children arrive at kindergarten ready to succeed and thrive.
The KET crew visited Wilkey during the April bornlearning session, a Teddy Bear Picnic, which focused on relationships. The local program will conclude in May with a graduation ceremony for all participants. Education Matters featuring Wilkey will premiere Monday, May 6, at 8 pm on KET, and air again May 9 at 2 pm. It will also air on KETKY on May 8 at 10 am, May 9 at 9 pm and May 22 at 10 am. All times are CDT.
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Ready for Their Close-up - The Toyota bornlearning Academy at Wilkey Elementary will be featured in an upcoming airing of KET’s Education Matters. The monthly program hosted by veteran public affairs reporter, Bill Goodman, explores educational issues in Kentucky. In May the series will turn its spotlight on kindergarten readiness, as Goodman and his guests explore kindergarten screening, and take a look at how preschools, parents, and informal learning experiences can help young children arrive at kindergarten ready to succeed and thrive.
The KET crew visited Wilkey during the April bornlearning session, a Teddy Bear Picnic, which focused on relationships. The local program will conclude in May with a graduation ceremony for all participants. Education Matters featuring Wilkey will premiere Monday, May 6, at 8 pm on KET, and air again May 9 at 2 pm. It will also air on KETKY on May 8 at 10 am, May 9 at 9 pm and May 22 at 10 am. All times are CDT.
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Ready for Their Close-up - The Toyota bornlearning Academy at Wilkey Elementary will be featured in an upcoming airing of KET’s Education Matters. The monthly program hosted by veteran public affairs reporter, Bill Goodman, explores educational issues in Kentucky. In May the series will turn its spotlight on kindergarten readiness, as Goodman and his guests explore kindergarten screening, and take a look at how preschools, parents, and informal learning experiences can help young children arrive at kindergarten ready to succeed and thrive.
The KET crew visited Wilkey during the April bornlearning session, a Teddy Bear Picnic, which focused on relationships. The local program will conclude in May with a graduation ceremony for all participants. Education Matters featuring Wilkey will premiere Monday, May 6, at 8 pm on KET, and air again May 9 at 2 pm. It will also air on KETKY on May 8 at 10 am, May 9 at 9 pm and May 22 at 10 am. All times are CDT.
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Ready for Their Close-up - The Toyota bornlearning Academy at Wilkey Elementary will be featured in an upcoming airing of KET’s Education Matters. The monthly program hosted by veteran public affairs reporter, Bill Goodman, explores educational issues in Kentucky. In May the series will turn its spotlight on kindergarten readiness, as Goodman and his guests explore kindergarten screening, and take a look at how preschools, parents, and informal learning experiences can help young children arrive at kindergarten ready to succeed and thrive.
The KET crew visited Wilkey during the April bornlearning session, a Teddy Bear Picnic, which focused on relationships. The local program will conclude in May with a graduation ceremony for all participants. Education Matters featuring Wilkey will premiere Monday, May 6, at 8 pm on KET, and air again May 9 at 2 pm. It will also air on KETKY on May 8 at 10 am, May 9 at 9 pm and May 22 at 10 am. All times are CDT.
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Ready for Their Close-up - The Toyota bornlearning Academy at Wilkey Elementary will be featured in an upcoming airing of KET’s Education Matters. The monthly program hosted by veteran public affairs reporter, Bill Goodman, explores educational issues in Kentucky. In May the series will turn its spotlight on kindergarten readiness, as Goodman and his guests explore kindergarten screening, and take a look at how preschools, parents, and informal learning experiences can help young children arrive at kindergarten ready to succeed and thrive.
The KET crew visited Wilkey during the April bornlearning session, a Teddy Bear Picnic, which focused on relationships. The local program will conclude in May with a graduation ceremony for all participants. Education Matters featuring Wilkey will premiere Monday, May 6, at 8 pm on KET, and air again May 9 at 2 pm. It will also air on KETKY on May 8 at 10 am, May 9 at 9 pm and May 22 at 10 am. All times are CDT.
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Artists in Residence - Clarkson Elementary parents got a chance to see their students in action during the Arts Showcase Day held recently at the school. Student artwork lined the halls as parents and their children eagerly sought out their own work and admired that of other students and classes. Parents of 3rd, 4th and 5th graders were also treated to a recorder concert and dances from a variety of cultures including Appalachian and Colonial. |
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Artists in Residence - Clarkson Elementary parents got a chance to see their students in action during the Arts Showcase Day held recently at the school. Student artwork lined the halls as parents and their children eagerly sought out their own work and admired that of other students and classes. Parents of 3rd, 4th and 5th graders were also treated to a recorder concert and dances from a variety of cultures including Appalachian and Colonial. |
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Click the Icon to visit WHAS11 Crusade
Grayson County Schools was awarded $29,708 by WHAS Crusade.
The grant is to be used for the following: $5068 for multiple sensory equipment, $3985 for hearing screener, $2495 for Smalltalk, $6000 for 12 iPads and $12160 for 10 laptops.
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If you would like to donate to WHAS11 Crusade For Children, click the "Make a Donation" link to be redirected to their website.
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