Over the past several years, Grayson County High School has carefully reviewed how students use school-issued Chromebooks and evaluated our current device distribution process. Beginning with the 2026–2027 school year, GCHS will follow the same Chromebook distribution model currently used at Grayson County Middle School and will transition away from assigning a Chromebook to every student.
This decision was made after reviewing several factors. In recent years, fewer students have regularly used checked-out Chromebooks, and much of the device damage has occurred while transporting them to and from school. We have also seen an increase in students forgetting devices at home or leaving them at school overnight in classrooms. In many cases, Chromebook use outside of school has shifted more toward entertainment rather than academic purposes.
At the same time, many classrooms have moved back toward more traditional paper-and-pencil instruction, using Chromebooks as a supplemental learning tool instead of an everyday necessity. Because of these changes, GCHS believes classroom Chromebook sets for teachers will better meet the instructional needs of students while also helping us better maintain and manage school technology resources.
Students will still have access to Chromebooks when needed. Devices will be available for short-term checkout through the GCHS Library, much like checking out a library book, for projects, assignments, or temporary at-home academic needs.
We appreciate your continued support as we work to provide students with effective learning opportunities and responsibly manage school resources
Nancy Mudd - She is an incredible teacher, coach, colleague, and friend who consistently goes above and beyond for her students and coworkers. She does an outstanding job with the Adaptive PE class, showing patience, encouragement, and genuine care. She is the kind of coworker everyone hopes for. She is always willing to listen, offer advice, and help others work through ideas or challenges.
Beverly Dowell - Jerry did not know Bev before coming to work at GCHS three years ago. He said he has found her to be one of the most appreciative people he has had the honor to get to know and call his friend. She is always thanking everyone for everything they do for her. She is great with the kids and kind to everyone. He will miss her next year once he retires!
Seniors have been given information today via school email and paper copies yesterday, with detailed information. with events for Class of 2026.
Students who have stayed for 3 trimesters are eligible to walk the Main Graduation, which is Friday, May 29 @ 7pm. In the event of inclement weather, graduation will be held in the gym. Students walking the line Friday are to attend a mandatory graduation practice on Thursday, May 28 from 8:45-11:30 am. Students are to report 5 minutes early to practice.
Tickets are to be picked up next week, Monday - Friday from 10:15-12:30. The Ticket Google Form, emailed out to student's email, has the link to complete this task. Tickets will have individual names on them. The ticket will be taken up at the door upon entering Friday, May 29.
SENIORS: Crazy to believe that there are 12 more school days left and you will officially be a 2026 Graduate.
Attached is a May Calendar that details events for the remainder of the school year.
Seniors that have stayed all 3 trimesters and want to walk the main line, graduation practice is Mandatory from 8:45-11:30. Seniors, be certain that you arrive prior to 8:45.
GRADUATION GOOGLE FORM
Google Form for Graduation Tickets - Complete this 24 hours prior to picking up tickets May 18-May 22 from 10:15-12:30.
https://youtu.be/cqlsYpjoBPc?feature=shared
Class of 2026 Important Information
Senior Slideshow: Due Wednesday, May 6
CLASS of 2026 is accepting pictures for the Senior Slideshow. Each graduating senior (including those who finished early), can submit a total of 5 (individual/group/baby) pics. Please make sure they are appropriate! If they aren't, they will not be included.
Pictures are to be sent to gchsclassof26@gmail.com.
Be sure the senior's name is in the SUBJECT. Pictures due Wednesday, May 6 by midnight.
Senior Trip: Money due Wednesday, May 6
Option 1: TopGolf: https://osp.osmsinc.com/p/UP085-15
Option 2: Big Game Show/Escape Room: https://osp.osmsinc.com/p/UP085-17
Graduation Information (attire, cap decorating do's and don'ts, graduation practice, graduation day)
Gracie McCubbins
Alexa Tunnidiff
Maeleigh Newton
Lucy Tarrance
Drew Frank
Ellen Logsdon
Anna Proffitt
Faith Lewis
Ally Davis
Kaleb Sneed
Kadin Miller
Karver Decker
Callie Lindsey
Wyatt Logsdon
Madison Muncy
Hannah Smith
Emma Hayes
Keegan Paris
Bryce Abersold
Keria Patrick
Eli Moore
Cole Brown
Alexis Bibb
Natalie Grant
CV Rose
Bentley Geary
Emily Decker
Lisa Haycraft
Allison Graczyk
Emily Lindsey
Angela Hartz - She is a great teacher who is always willing to help others and provide positive encouragement. Her work ethic and genuine care for students and teachers are a true inspiration. She is making a positive impact on many students' lives. We are truly grateful to be able to learn and be inspired every day.
Coach Drake - He does a lot for GCHS! He gets along great with the staff and takes time to talk to students. Most of all, he is a friend to everyone and very deserving of the award. On a personal note, Mr. Rudnick appreciates Coach Drake taking time to talk to him about anything, but mostly sports. It is an honor for him to call you a friend!
According to her letter from Christopher Wisniewski, Executive Director of the Alliance for Young Artists & Writers, “Over 110,000 students entered more than 335,000 original works of art and writing to the 2026 Scholastic Art & Writing Awards. [Katlyn’s] work was selected by some of the foremost leaders in the visual and literary arts for excellence in originality, skill, and the emergence of a personal voice or vision. Since 1923, the Awards have celebrated teen artists and writers from across the country.” Katlyn’s piece will be published in online galleries at artandwriting.org, and her name will be listed in their Yearbook 2026, which features selections of works by National Medalists.
As part of her award, she has been invited to National Awards Week in New York City, where she will be recognized and given her medal on stage at Carnegie Hall. This event will be held June 9-11, 2026.
Please help us congratulate her on this extraordinary award.
Kent Rudnick! - Thank you for all you do each and every day to make GCHS operate. We appreciate everything you do for our students, faculty, and staff. We are especially thankful because Kent always takes care of issues that come up. Kent keeps GCHS going!!
Maribel Ray! - She is an amazing teacher. She teaches Spanish in such an engaging way that students really enjoy her class and learn so much without even realizing it. As a fellow teacher, she is always willing to give advice, an encouraging word, or just a funny story. We are lucky to have her at GCHS!
