Join us for Relaunch Roundup on Facebook Live next Tues., July 14, at 6 pm, as Supt. Robinson talks about the 2020-21 school year and answers your questions. Submit by noon Mon., July 13, at https://bit.ly/RelaunchRoundupGCS2020 and view via K105 Digital Productions channels and the GCS Facebook page.
There was a display issue with A/B calendar that was shared yesterday. Here's a new, corrected version for the Aug 10 - 27 transition weeks.
Thank you to the nearly 1,800 families that provided input to help shape our Relaunch 2020 plan, along with the “Healthy at Schools” guidance. View in this important message from Supt. Robinson https://bit.ly/GCS2020News1
More information at https://bit.ly/RelaunchGCS2020 with updates to come.
The KY Dept. of Education has released the Healthy at Schools guidance. This along with feedback will be used to determine our next steps moving forward as we plan to safely begin school in August. Thank you for your continued support and patience. View the document at https://bit.ly/2YxzljC
UPDATE: Pandemic Electronic Benefits Transfer (P-EBT) deadline extended to JULY 10. If you haven't already applied, please do so at https://benefind.ky.gov. ALL GCS students qualify for this benefit regardless of income. More information at https://bit.ly/GCSPEBT.
Some good news! GCS will provide basic school supplies for ALL students this year. There will be a few personal, school or class-specific items that your child may still need. We’ll have more information coming soon. Till then, know that your basics are covered!
Family Planning Survey at https://bit.ly/gc-2021 open till June 24. Please share feedback online or call 270-259-4011 for assistance.
Final survey - Family Planning for 2020-21 is now open at https://bit.ly/gc-2021. Your input will directly impact scheduling and other decisions at the district, school and classroom level. Please complete today!
Results of the NTI Family Survey, the first of three for feedback in planning for the 2020-21 school year, plus an update on behind-the-scenes work to prepare for reopening. Details at https://bit.ly/GCS2020Update1
Families, please complete this brief survey designed to help us understand the technology needs of our school district during any time of Non-Traditional Instruction (NTI). Survey Link: https://bit.ly/TechSurveyGCS
An important benefit is available to ALL GCS families. The federal COVID-19 Relief Bill provides eligibility for every student to receive a one-time benefit via EBT card of up to $313.50 per child. Applications are open June 1 – 30. Learn more at https://bit.ly/GCSPEBT
Camp Invention is back for 2020 and will be held virtually June 22 – 26. Limited registration is now open for only $15 to students entering grades K – 6 next school year. Space will fill quickly. Visit https://bit.ly/GCSCampInv2020 for complete details.
Need a paper copy of our NTI Parent Survey? Just call 270-259-4011 and we'll mail it to your home.
Families, please share your experience with Non-Traditional Instruction (NTI) during the COVID-19 school closures. Your honest input on this brief, anonymous survey will help us improve our instruction, communication and delivery moving forward. We appreciate your time. Survey Link: https://bit.ly/NTISurveyGCS2020
Our Meals on the Bus summer schedule is out! All route stops remain the same, but there have been some time changes. Please be sure to check yours. Service will remain pickup, with social distancing guidelines followed. We’ll see you Monday, May 18!
The grandparent/grandchild bond is one of the most special. Congratulations go out to GC Retired Teachers Assoc. Grandparent Essay Contest county winner, Wilkey 5th grader Tionah Meredith. The contest is open to all 5th graders. Check out school and classroom winners at https://bit.ly/EssayGCRTA
Healthy children learn better, and school nurses make it happen! Hat’s off to our stellar nursing team for all they do for both body and mind to help keep students ready to learn and grow. Thank you Brenda Oller, GCHS; Dana Carman, GCMS; Chastity Thorpe, Caneyville; Lynn Ponder, Clarkson; Jennifer Smith, Lawler; DaLeisa Miller, Wilkey; Kim Cannon and Michele Vincent, District.
Shout out to District Technology Integration Specialist Dee Dee Webb, named as one of only 19 educators from across the country to the PBS Digital Innovator All-Star Class of 2020! Visit bit.ly/PBS2020AllStar to discover how Dee Dee is using technology both inside and outside the classroom to inspire students and teachers alike.
Is there a finer group to wish a Happy Teacher and Staff Appreciation Week? Always, but especially this year. Sometimes above and beyond goes way beyond anything that can possibly be imagined! Thank you to our GCS teachers and staff for everything they do!
School may be soon be out, but we’ll still keep serving up mobile meals in these next few weeks. The current schedule and routes will remain the same through May 15. We’ll be sure to provide an update as soon as it’s available!
We couldn’t let National Principal Day go by without a shout out to the most amazing principals anywhere!! Always, but especially during these times. Thank you, thank you to this group of outstanding leaders: Josh Baldwin, GCHS; Gary Parker, GCMS; Josh Basham, Caneyville; Alicia Brooks, Lawler; Shannon Cates, Clarkson; Lisa Skaggs, Wilkey; and Tommy Hodges, AEC.
Wow! These teachers have been kicking their technology game up a notch and now have the Screencastify certifications to prove it! Congratulations to all!
Students, we know you’re following good safety & hygiene practices every day, Make it official & take the COVID-19 Safety Pledge! Families, the community can join in, too. Healthy practices are for everyone! Help GC reach 1K pledges (or more). Visit https://kycss.org/sswpledge today!
Online registration for Preschool and Kindergarten is now available! Packets are still available as well, for those who need or prefer that option. Check out the important updates for both to get your child ready to join us on a learning adventure during during the 2020-21 school year. Learn more at bit.ly/GCSPSK2021
WOW! 72,186 meals served through today! Hats off to our Food Services & Transportation teams who keep on serving with a smile and so much care for all our kids countywide. Some minor revisions next week. Be sure to check your location, and we’ll see you soon!
The last day of school for students will be Wednesday, May 6. Schools have provided students with NTI materials through May 1, and the remaining days of May 4 - 6 will be a time for makeup, catch up and review. Please see Supt. Robinson’s message to families for more.
Preschool/Kindergarten parents, please complete this important pre-registration survey at bit.ly/PSKRegSurvey to help us plan for the upcoming school year. We will provide details on official registration soon. Thank you!
Gov. Beshear has recommended that KY schools not resume in-person classes for the remainder of the 2019-20 school year. NTI days will continue as scheduled. We will provide additional information in the days ahead.
We’ll be back on our M – F mobile meals schedule as we return from Spring Break tomorrow.
School may be out, but Spirit is always in! Join us in celebrating all things local. Share your photos, posts and memories with #WeAreGCconnected. Add #GCWins for a fabulous daily drawing package entry. The countdown is on … get ready to share your Spring Break Spirit, GC!
Gov. Beshear today recommended that all Kentucky schools extend closure through May 1. A transcript of Supt. Robinson's call to families and staff this evening can be viewed at bit.ly/UpdatesGCS. Spring Break remains April 6 - 10, with NTI days beginning again on April 13. For all official updates please continue to visit graysoncountyschools.com.
Gov. Beshear today recommended that all KY school districts extend closure through May 1. Spring Break remains Apr 6 - 10, with NTI days resuming Apr 13. Visit bit.ly/UpdatesGCS for a transcript of Supt. Robinson’s call to families and staff.
NTI Packet Pickup Schedule
Our nursing staff was able to share supplies with the Grayson County Health Department and Grayson Manor today, with more to come tomorrow for our healthcare community. “We’re all in this together” and #WeAreGCconnected
Beginning Monday, March 30, all mobile meal bus routes and delivery will continue with no changes. We will discontinue on-site school pick up as we focus on providing the best service to the most families, while also enhancing social distancing for both our children and our staff. Thank you for you continued support and encouragement.
We have a few changes to NTI Days and to the packet process. We think you’ll like them since they help everyone stay #HealthyAtHome. Students and families, we so appreciate your flexibility, patience and understanding as together we navigate these ever-changing days! #WeAreGCconnectED
To the smiling faces and caring hands that have prepared, fed, driven, distributed and given their all to ensure our students have meals, we salute our Food Svcs & Transportation teams as bright lights and beacons of consistency in these ever-changing days! Nearly 14K meals served & counting ...
Starting Monday, March 23: All current meal route locations have been updated, along with some slight time changes.
Gov. Beshear today recommended that all schools extend closure until Monday April 20. Please see the transcript of Supt. Robinson's call to families and staff this evening. Official updates can always be found at graysoncountyschools.com
You asked and we're happy to answer that we've added a stop at the Anneta Firehouse starting Friday, March 20 (tomorrow), 1:10 - 1:30 pm. Look forward to seeing our Anneta are students and families there!
Stay tuned for more updates this weekend ...
Two locations have been added to our mobile routes. A bus will be at at Dewey’s Trailer Court off West Maple near South Main Street, from 10:40 - 10:50 am, and at Bailey’s Zip Mart, 6159 Beaver Dam Road near the Millwood Community Center, 12:30 – 12:45 pm.
The preschool/kindergarten Registration Kickoff event scheduled for Saturday, March 28,has been cancelled. At this time, registration is tentatively scheduled to be held in elementary schools the week of April 13 - 17. This is subject to change and we will provide updated information in the days ahead.
GCS will provide meal services and pick up routes for ages 18 and younger starting Monday, March 16. Check out routes, locations and times for the option that works best for you.
GCS WILL be in session tomorrow, March 13. it is very, very important that all students attend tomorrow in preparation for upcoming Non-Traditional Instruction Days. We will update as new information is available.
Due to the weather forecast for this afternoon, Grayson County Schools has cancelled ALL afterschool activities and events, including FRC childcare. If you need to make alternate travel arrangements for your child, please contact their school. School will be dismissed at the regular time.
We have been closely following and monitoring the information and guidance provided by the CDC, the World Health Organization (WHO), state and local health departments regarding Coronavirus (COVID-19). Find out what we are doing and how we can work together to reduce its spread at bit.ly/GCSCOVID19. We will continue to update the page as new information is available.
Summer learning camps and lots of fun are in store for students from 1st through 10th grades at WKU’s Center for Gifted Studies. Scholarships for Grayson County students are available for some programs. Discover the opportunities open to curious minds this summer at the WKU Center for Gifted Studies at bit.ly/WKUSummer20
Come out to hear them play! Music in our Schools Month is in full gear with the annual District Band concert, 5th grade through HS, next Tuesday, March 10, 6 pm at GCHS.
We’re excited to be a stop on the “Road to Reading!” Come visit with us this evening at the Board office, 790 Shaw Station Road.
It’s time for Choir’s Notes and Noodles event! Come out to GCHS tomorrow, Feb. 20, 5 – 7 pm, for an evening of spectacular solo and group pop music performances, plus a delicious Italian dinner from our Culinary students. Come when you can, leave when you need to, and enjoy while you're there!
T-ball, baseball and softball season will soon be here and it's time to sign up! Check out dates, times and locations bit.ly/2tQ6Ml1.
Will your child be 3, 4, or 5 by Aug. 1? Then mark your calendars for our Preschool and Kindergarten Registration Kickoff, March 28. Lots of fun activities, plus free books!
Please take the very brief (four questions) FRYSC Public Policy Survey to share your thoughts on FRC impact. www.surveymonkey.com/r/FRYSCKyPublicPolicy2020
The survey closes at 10 am this Fri., Jan. 31. Responses will help guide legislative funding decisions.
Mark your calendars! Grayson County Schools will be in session on Presidents Day, Monday, Feb. 17, as a snow makeup day.
Reminder - no school Monday, Jan 20, in observance of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.
It's official! The 2020-21 school year calendar has been approved. Thanks to everyone who participated in the surveys to help select this final version. You can also find a larger copy on our website bit.ly/2021CalApproved
Grayson County Youth Volleyball is back for girls in grades 3 - 6 to learn the game basics needed to play at the middle and high school levels. Signups will be held the next two Saturdays, January 11 and 18, from 10 am - 1 pm in the GCMS Cafeteria. Additional information at bit.ly/35EwCFt
January is School Board Appreciation Month, and here’s a BIG thank you to the best board anywhere - Carolyn Thomason, Anna Majors, Alfreda Weedman, Brett Abney and Valeria Hayes - for all they do for our schools, our kids, and our community.
Congratulations to Wilkey 4th grader Raelynn Sweeris, Regional Deaf/Hard of Hearing Spelling Bee winner. Wilkey 1st grader Tamara Maddox also competed, and former regional winner Stephenie Miller assisted with judging. They are shown with with district DHH teacher Jessica Bernard. Great job by all!!
One survey, three options. Based on previous feedback, the Calendar Committee has three calendars to choose from for the 20-21 school year recommendation. Make your selection at bit.ly/20-21Calendar by Weds., Dec. 4.
Knowledge is power. Get the facts about vaping this Thurs, Nov. 7, 5:30 – 7 pm at GCHS. Event is open to ALL. Hear from community law enforcement and healthcare experts on how e-cigarettes affect health, kids, and our community. Together we can make an impact! #WeAreGCconnectED
It’s time to to start planning for the 2020-21 School Year and we’d love to hear from you! Please give us your input into the upcoming School Calendar by taking this very brief survey bit.ly/CalendarSurvey20-21. Responses are requested by Nov. 13.
Softball camp signups through 10/1. Forms and details are available on the district website or Facebook page.
Wilkey Kindergarten Classes took a field trip to Reid's Orchard in Owensboro.
It was a repeat for Team GCS in the 2nd annual Corporate Cup against some fierce (but very friendly) competition from Plastikon, ECTC and Farm & Home Realty and Auction. Great day of fun, fellowship and teamwork! Thanks to all team members and volunteers from every school! #WeAreGCconnecteD
Congratulations to Kristy Hodges and the Meals on the Bus program, 2019 Chamber of Commerce Education Award winner. Thanks to Food Services staff, bus drivers, so many community volunteers and partners who have helped this program grow! #WeAreGCconnectED
Where's Buddy Wednesday?
Can you guess where Buddy went this week? He decided to accept the 40 Book Challenge with 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade.
Jr. Pro Basketball, open to all students in grades 1 – 8, will hold sign-ups on Sundays in September – the 8th, 15th, 22nd and 29th, from 1 – 3 pm at the GCMS cafeteria. Visit graysoncountyschools.com for details or contact Daniel Decker at 270-259-6844 for additional questions.
Jr. Pro Basketball, open to all students in grades 1 – 8, will hold sign-ups on Sundays in September – the 8th, 15th, 22nd and 29th, from 1 – 3 pm at the GCMS cafeteria. Visit graysoncountyschools.com for details or contact Daniel Decker at 270-259-6844 for additional questions.
Grandparents breakfast on Thursday morning at Wilkey!
This is an informational-only message for our families and community.
This is an informational message only for our parents, guardians and community.
Welcome back! We're so excited to see everyone for a fantastic first day and 19-20 school year!
Elementary Back to School Nights all coming up tomorrow, August 1.
Catch up on all the Back to School events as we count down to August 7, the first day of a fantastic 2019-20! http://bit.ly/30q4X8Z
Update - Kindergarten Kickoff times extended to 9 am - 12 noon, Friday, July 26.
Back to School Night, August 1. Grades 1 - 3 at 5 pm and Grades 4 - 5 at 6pm.
Mark your calendars for Kindergarten Kickoff on Friday, July 26, 9 - 11 am.
Welcome to Wilkey's new principal, Lisa Skaggs!
Working on writing from the ground up! Way to go kg! #bulldogpride #mygcs
Dr. Almarode was in the house today @ Wilkey Elementary! What a great experience for our school!
#bulldogpride #mygcs
Student led conferences were a success in 3rd grade today!
#bulldogpride #mygcs
Congrats Wilkey Academic Team on a 2nd place overall finsh at District Govenor’s! Cup!
#bulldogpride #mygcs
Congrats to Wilkey Bulldog Aden Reynolds for winning the 5th grade spelling bee!!
#bulldogpride
Everyone be careful this evening traveling. Tomorrow will be orange and blue day again in honor of Marshall County. Have a great night!
Bulldogs Beyond the Bell is cancelled for today, Feb. 1st.
H.W. Wilkey supporting Marshall County High School!
#marshallstrong #bulldogpride
Making snowglobes on this cold day in preschool! They also made the snow!
#preschooliscool #bulldogpride #mygcs
Congrats to Aden Reynolds & Isabel Blanton- qualifiers in 5th grade for the spelling bee and Logun Joyce as alternate.
#bulldogpride #mygcs
Congrats to Norea Watson & Cariann Williams- district spelling bee qualifiers in 4th grade and Emma Newman for the alternate
#bulldogpride #mygcs
Candleberry Candle pick-up will be at 5:00 pm in the cafeteria tomorrow 11/14. Thank you to everyone who participated!
Bulldogs Beyond the Bell are now accepting applications for before and after school. Please let Ms. Michelle know if you need a application for your child!
You must ask your child about this picture! I'm sure they can explain better than us!
K-PREP Rally is a success so far! We don't know who is having more fun... the students or the teachers!!!
There is NO BULLDOGS BEYOND THE BELL this afternoon, Thursday, March 30th. Please call Ms. Michelle if you have any questions.
There will be no Talent Show/Art Show this afternoon. We will have the Talent Show tomorrow during school at 1:15 pm.
Reminder that tomorrow night @ 5:30 pm is our 1st Annual Wilkey Talent Show in the cafeteria. Come support our students and staff with their hidden talents!!
This is a reminder that Students DO NOT have school TOMORROW, MARCH 17TH. We will see everyone Monday morning!
Reminder that school will be releasing at 1:00 PM on Thursday, March 9th and no school Friday, March 10th! Cheer on our Lady Cougars!
There will be no Bulldogs Beyond the Bell Thursday, March 9th. If you have any questions please contact Ms. Michelle at Wilkey!
All schools will dismiss at 1 pm Thursday 3/9, and remain closed through Friday 3/10 to allow students & staff to support the Lady Cougars first trip to STATE!!!
Reminder that your student is allowed to dress up as what they want to be when they grow up tomorrow at school and during the Event tomorrow night beginning at 6:00 pm in the cafeteria.
I hope everyone is ready to celebrate 100 Days of School tomorrow, February 1st!!!
Grayson County Schools are closed Friday, January 6. Hope everyone is safe with this weather!
Grayson County Schools are closed today, Thursday January 5th!
Reminder that tomorrow, Tuesday, January 3rd is our first day back from break! We hope everyone had an amazing break with their friends and families.
You ever wonder what the staff is doing when they do not have children? Here is a little sneak peak!!
Thank you to all of our Wilkey families for a wonderful beginning of the year! We hope you all have a Merry Christmas!
Reminder: Tomorrow Night, December 15th, 5th grade will be having their Family Old Yeller Movie Night starting at 5:30 pm in the cafeteria.
Reminder: Tonight at 5:30 will be our Literacy Night! First grade will be performing their Christmas program. We hope to see you tonight!
Reminder: Bulldogs Beyond the Bell will have their Popcorn and Movie Night tomorrow, November 8th starting at 5:00 pm.
Reminder: Bulldogs Beyond the Bell will have their Popcorn and Movie Night tomorrow, November 8th starting at 5:00 pm.
Reminder tomorrow is Pajama Day. Also Preschool Christmas Lunch is tomorrow! Lunch for Adults will be $3. Thank you!
Reminder to please RSVP by tomorrow, 12/02 for the Christmas Lunch December 8th for Preschool and December 9th for K-5th.
Thank you to all the families that came for Family Fun Day in Kindergarten today. Have a safe and wonderful Thanksgiving Break! We will see you on Monday!
REMINDER: We have NO SCHOOL November 23rd-25th. We will see the students at school Monday, November 28th. Have a great Thanksgiving!
Reminder to ALL Kindergarten parents/guardians: Today, November 22nd, please join us for a Family day in the cafeteria beginning at 1:15 pm.
Kindergarten has been taken over by Pilgrims & Indians oh my!!
Reminder that tonight is our first annual STEAM Night. We hope to see you all here at 5:30 PM
Decorations are up and we are excited to welcome our veterans for a Potluck Lunch and Ceremony.
WE ARE THE CHAMPIONS... of WHIZ kids. Amazing job Academic Team!!
There will be no Bulldogs Beyond the Bell next week November 7th-11th.
Reminder: No School November 7th & 8th for Election Day!
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