COVID-19 vaccines (Pfizer) for children 12/older may be available through the GC Health Dept as early as next week. If you’d like your child to receive the vaccine, please take this 4-question survey to help the GCHD prepare. Survey Link: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/6L87ZR8
GCS welcomes Adam Cox as our new Assistant Superintendent! He will begin on July 1. Get to know Mr. Cox at https://bit.ly/3sFmWWt
View resources and access application for Supplemental School Year Program. Info sessions at the Board Office on 4/22. App due by May 1. Paper copies are available at your child’s school if needed. Link: https://bit.ly/3hT3fG9
What an exciting day for Wilkey filming with a Bel Brands production crew for a national documentary to air later this spring. The film celebrates the company’s 100th anniversary, and highlights Bel’s strong community involvement and commitment. #WeAreGCconnected
Students back full time, traditions and new programs down the road, including ELEVATE, our new summer program with opportunities galore for learning, fun and exploring. Listen in as Supt. Doug Robinson talks with Sam Gormley on today’s SLL Segment. http://bit.ly/GCSonSLL040121
GCS will welcome back all in-person students for a full, five-day week beginning March 22. Students who wish to remain on or transfer to the virtual option may do so. Full message from Supt. Robinson: http://bit.ly/UpdateGCS030421
Online preschool and kindergarten registration through Infinite Campus is coming in April. Details will be available after Spring Break. See more at http://graysoncountyky.apptegy.us/article/414417?org=district
The next round of P-EBT benefits is scheduled to begin the week of March 15. Link for details: http://bit.ly/KyPEBT3
Beginning Mar. 1 until Spring Break, in-person students will return on the A/B hybrid schedule, including alternating Fridays. See message from Supt. Robinson on plans for additional in-person days moving forward, copy of March calendar. Link: http://bit.ly/March21GCS
NTI will continue for in-person students this Thursday and Friday, Feb. 18 – 19. We look forward to welcoming back our A group students next Monday and B group on Tuesday.
Weds, Feb 17, will be an NTI day for in-person students. Be sure and get out for some fun in the snow, too. Stay safe!!
Tues, Feb 16, will be an NTI day for in-person students. Have some fun in the snow, stay warm, stay safe!!
Thursday and Friday, Feb 11 - 12 will be NTI days for all in-person students. See more at https://bit.ly/Update021021
Tomorrow, Wednesday, Feb. 10, will be an NTI day for all in-person students due to the pending weather forecast. We will provide an update on the rest of the week as more information becomes available. Be prepared and stay safe!
Celebrating 30 years of Family Resource & Youth Service Centers! Hats off to our own tremendous FRYSC directors and staff for the commitment, support, and caring they bring year round to our students and families. #FRYSCStrong with Kim Cannon, Caneyville; Ann Brooks, Clarkson; Rick Whobrey, GCMS/Wilkey; and Barbara Allen, GCHS/Lawler
We’re so grateful for all our incredible school counselors and the connections they make every day with - and for - our students. They truly exemplify what it means to be “all in for students!”
GCS will remain on the current A/B schedule through the end of February. We will continue to monitor the community health climate and revisit this timeframe later next month. Details and Feb. Calendar: http://bit.ly/Jan21GCS
Grayson County Schools will be closed on Monday, January 18, in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
Please remember to check your child’s temperature and any symptoms each day before leaving or sending them to school. Continue to contact your child's school as soon as you know of a possible exposure or confirmed case. More on the Relaunch page at http://graysoncountyschools.com.
Given the projected community health climate for the next several weeks and to simplify planning for families, GCS will operate on a Mon. – Thurs. ONLY in-person A/B schedule for the month of January. See full message from Supt. Robinson: http://bit.ly/GCSUpdate010721
GCS will return from Christmas Break with NTI from Jan. 4 – 8 to allow more time between the holiday season and provide a safer return to the buildings for all. The A/B hybrid schedule will resume Jan. 11. See full message from Supt. Robinson: http://bit.ly/GCSUpdate121820
Two meal options are now available! Meals on the Bus will continue to operate on its current schedule through this week (Dec. 18). Or, you can order a five-day meal kit instead, available for pickup. Just email Kristy Hodges to place your order.
As Grayson County remains in red on the KDPH state incidence rate map, all in-person students will continue on NTI through Dec. 18. At this time, we anticipate a Jan. 4 return, contingent upon the community health climate or any other changes. Full message from Supt. Robinson: https://bit.ly/UpdateGCS120320
P-EBT Food Benefit cards have been mailed by the Cabinet for Health and Family Services (CHFS) to all students enrolled in Aug. and Sept. of the current school year. See full details and FAQs at https://bit.ly/PEBTUpdateGCS
One survey, three options. Based on previous feedback, the Calendar Committee has three calendars to choose from for the 2021-22 school year recommendation. Make your selection at https://bit.ly/Calendar21-22 by Tuesday, Dec. 1.
GCS will remain on NTI as outlined in yesterday’s Executive Order. We will continue to monitor community health conditions, with an update for elementary students the week of Nov 30. See full message from Supt. Robinson: https://bit.ly/UpdateGCS111920
With our community’s upward trend in COVID-19 cases, GCS will remain on NTI through Nov. 24, the day before Thanksgiving break. Hopeful for a Nov. 30 return, we will continue to monitor public health conditions with an update Thanksgiving weekend. Full message: https://bit.ly/Update111220
With respect and gratitude to our veterans, today and always - thank you! We're proud to welcome back GCHS Class of ’80 alum and distinguished veteran, retired Army 1SG Roger Lush, who shared his journey with students across the district today by video. Link: https://bit.ly/VeteransLush2020
Last call to share initial input on the 2020-21 School Year Calendar. Responses requested by this Friday, Nov. 13. Survey Link: http://bit.ly/Calendar2021-22.
Meals on the Bus will run next Tues - Fri, 11/10 - 11/13 for NTI students, with no changes to previous stops. Monday meals (Nov. 9) may be picked up at each school between 11 am - 12 noon. Students enrolled in virtual learning will continue their regular school pick up schedule. View routes at https://bit.ly/RelaunchGCS.
Grayson County Schools will transition all in-person students to an NTI schedule for the week of Nov. 9 – 13. We will continue to monitor public health conditions and reassess this decision next Thursday. Read full message from Supt. Robinson: http://bit.ly/Update110520
It’s already time to to start planning for the 2021-22 School Year. Please give us your input into the upcoming School Calendar by taking the very brief survey at http://bit.ly/Calendar2021-22. Responses are requested by Nov. 13. #WeAreGCconnected
We’ll see our "A" group students again tomorrow. And with November just around the corner, here’s a copy of next month’s calendar for everyone. No school on Election Day, Tuesday, Nov. 3.
Daily commitment to students, families and staff, far exceeding the call in this year of new and unexpected challenges. Thank you to these outstanding leaders: Josh Baldwin, Gary Parker, Josh Basham, Alicia Brooks, Shannon Cates, Lisa Skaggs, and Tommy Hodges.
Put on your RED this coming Monday, Oct. 26 and help us kick off Red Ribbon Week! The nation's largest drug-abuse prevention campaign encourages children, families and communities to live healthy, happy and drug-free lives. #WeAreGCconnected
Reminder: It’s your turn “B” group! We’ll see you in person this Friday, Oct. 23.
Take the Healthy Habits Safety Pledge for Kentucky Safe Schools Week. “HEALTHY HABITS, Shield Our Schools!” http://www.kysafeschools.org/sswpledge/
Teachers go above and beyond every day, never more than now. When First Baptist Church had to cancel plans for its annual mission trip this year, the Mission Team set its sights toward home, with an encouraging surprise for our teachers! Thank you FBC family! #WeAreGCconnected
GCS will remain on the current A/B hybrid schedule for all students through Thanksgiving Break. We will continue to assess our school and overall community health climate, with another update two weeks before the end of this next period of hybrid scheduling. Full message: http://bit.ly/UpdateGCS101620
Reminder: All A group students are in rotation to attend in person this Friday, Oct. 16. See you then!
The GCS districtwide COVID-19 reporting and dashboard is updated daily at graysoncountyschools.com. Direct link: http://bit.ly/ReportingGCS to view.
Ready to relaunch, ready to learn – in person! Here are a few things to remember as we head back to the classroom. You may also want to take one more look around the Relaunch page at https://bit.ly/RelaunchGCS. See you tomorrow, A group! And B group on Tuesday!
A video message from Supt. Doug Robinson as we welcome back our in-person A students on Sept 28, and B students on Sept 29. Includes important updates and procedures for the new school year. Link: http://bit.ly/RelaunchReturn
Wilkey 2nd grader Morgan Miller, her mother - school nurse Daleisa Miller - and grandmother made 100 masks for classmates who may need one. A multi-gen project with so many life lessons – teamwork, service to others, and adaptability in fast-changing times.
Make sure and stay connected with your school for the latest updates, posts and answers to your reopening questions. It’s all at http://bit.ly/ConnectGCS2020. Visit graysoncountyschools.com for district updates. Link to Relaunch 2020 https://bit.ly/RelaunchGCS
UPDATE Meals on the Bus: The last day for routes will be this Thursday Sept 24. Meals for BOTH Thursday and Friday will be distributed that day. Details will be coming soon about plans for both in-person and virtual student meals moving into Sept 28. Stay tuned ...
We have updates on the new KY Dept. of Public Health color-coded system guidance and GCS decision making process, two-way COVID reporting and more as we look forward to seeing our in-person students on 9/28.
Current Update: http://bit.ly/UpdateGCS091720
All Updates: https://bit.ly/RelaunchGCS
At this time, GCS looks forward to welcoming back to the classroom on Monday, Sept. 28, our students who selected the in-person option. (This does not impact students who enrolled in the virtual option.)
See complete details at http://bit.ly/RelaunchGCS092820
Visit https://bit.ly/RelaunchGCS for additional information and updates.
Enjoy the three-day weekend! Monday’s Labor Day, so no school for students or staff. Meals on the Bus will take the day off, as well. It will be back on its regular schedule, as school resumes on Tuesday, Sept. 8. See you then!
Reminder: Families that need internet access can take advantage of free Wi-Fi hotspots in the parking lots of our schools. See https://bit.ly/RelaunchGCS for best locations. And thank you to community partner GC Farm Bureau, which also provides daily lot access from 7 am - 10 pm.
Visit http://bit.ly/Update090220 for Relaunch 2020 updates including a new daily COVID Dashboard and revised Healthy at School guidance.
Two MORE routes added for Meals on the Bus, starting Monday, August 31 (see highlighted locations). Please share with families you know in the Caneyville/Caneyville, Short Creek or Falls of Rough areas.
Stay updated with the revamped Relaunch 2020 page. In today - recorded Tech Tuesday sessions, along with more tech tips and tutorials. And don’t miss out on the 21 new routes for Meals on the Bus, plus much more. Visit it today! Relaunch 2020: https://bit.ly/RelaunchGCS
Join us for Technology Tuesday, Part II, to navigate online learning like a pro! Three encore sessions at GCMS, Aug. 25 at 2:30, 4:00, and 5:30 pm. Registration required by Mon. Aug.24 or call 270-259-4011. Visit https://bit.ly/RelaunchGCS for details, registration form.
We’re excited to welcome back our students on Monday AND kick off the new school year Meals on the Bus routes. We’ve added 21 (yes, 21) new stops. Check them out for a location – hopefully, even closer – to you! Schedule: http://bit.ly/MealsOnTheBus2020
These parents are Chromebook and Google Classroom savvy, and ready for distance learning after our Technology Tuesday sessions today! If you couldn’t make this one, come out to our our next session, Aug 25, same times – 2:30, 4:00, and 5:30 pm. Details, registration forms will be up tomorrow at graysoncountyschools.com
Navigate online learning like a pro! Join us for Technology Tuesday, with three sessions at GCMS, Aug. 18 at 2:30, 4:00, and 5:30 pm. Registration required by Mon. Aug.17 at https://bit.ly/TechTuesdayGCS or call 270-259-4011. See details in NEWS section of graysoncountyschools.com
Families, please check out the new Online Learning and Tech Tips sections of our Relaunch 2020 page. Stay tuned ... trainings to be offered and much more information to come! Relaunch 2020: https://bit.ly/RelaunchGCS2020
Loved visiting with our staff this morning with a little treat to help them stay #HealthyAtSchool. #WeAreGCconnected
Thumbs up and game face on! Our nursing staff has been working hard all summer lining up the X’s and O’s to help students and staff stay #HealthyAtSchool.
Relaunch, reinvent, renew. It’s been quite a week for teachers and staff as the clock ticks down to 20-21. While change is a constant this year, so is their commitment and dedication to our students. Thank you to the best ANYwhere and welcome back! #WeAreGCconnected
Congratulations to Wilkey Elementary’s Ann Decker, now a Screencastify Certified Genius! In person or online, #WeAreGCconnected
The amended 2020-21 school year calendar has been approved and the A/B schedule starting Aug. 24 has been revised. View on the Relaunch 2020 web page https://bit.ly/RelaunchGCS2020
Meals on the Bus will resume regular routes and stops on Monday, Aug. 3. At this time, meals delivery is expected to run through Thursday, Aug. 20. View schedule (no changes) at https://bit.ly/MealsUpdateGCS
Based on public health considerations and updated KDE guidance, GCS will postpone the first day of school until Monday, Aug. 24. See full statement: https://bit.ly/GCS2020RelaunchUpdate
Families, if you’re still weighing the in-person vs virtual option, please consider completing your school's enrollment form by Mon., July 27. This “soft” deadline will help us with final planning and staffing needs at each level and grade.
https://bit.ly/VirtualElementaryGCS2020
https://bit.ly/VirtualGCMS2020
https://bit.ly/VirtualGCHS2020
Updates! School supplies, several lower-cost internet options, and some new FAQs. Visit the Relaunch 2020 web page. https://bit.ly/RelaunchGCS2020
Time to say farewell ... Meals on the Bus will make its final deliveries for the summer this Friday, July 24.
Do you enjoy variety? Looking for a flexible schedule? Come join our team as a Healthy at School Aide for the 2020-21 school year. Part-time positions available in all schools. Apply by Friday, July 24 at: https://grayson.tedk12.com/hire/index.aspx
Virtual option guidelines and enrollment forms, reopening plans for GCHS, GCMS are up on the Relaunch 2020 web page. Elementary virtual enrollment forms have also been added. More to come ... stay tuned! #WeAreGCconnected
Relaunch Website: https://bit.ly/RelaunchGCS2020
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!
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Student led conferences were a success in 3rd grade today!
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Congrats Wilkey Academic Team on a 2nd place overall finsh at District Govenor’s! Cup!
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Congrats to Wilkey Bulldog Aden Reynolds for winning the 5th grade spelling bee!!
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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!
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Making snowglobes on this cold day in preschool! They also made the snow!
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Congrats to Aden Reynolds & Isabel Blanton- qualifiers in 5th grade for the spelling bee and Logun Joyce as alternate.
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Congrats to Norea Watson & Cariann Williams- district spelling bee qualifiers in 4th grade and Emma Newman for the alternate
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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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