Cowan Road Elementary School

Food Drive-Thru: happening NOW until 5 pm. At the back parking lot of GRCCA, 221 Spalding Dr, Griffin, GA - each vehicle will receive one bag/box of donations. First come, first served basis while supplies last!

24 days ago, Cowan Rd Elementary

Happy National Parent Involvement Day!!! Thank you to our amazing parents for supporting our students—whether you're reading at home, practicing math facts, helping with homework, or cheering them on each day. Your involvement makes a huge difference in their learning. We appreciate you! 🌟📚💛

24 days ago, Sara Burford

Today, Thursday, November 20, 2025, is the 31st National Parent Involvement Day. On this day, we recognize and celebrate the powerful role parents and families play in supporting student success. The GSCS Department of Federal Programs would like to take this opportunity to honor parents, caregivers and families for their dedication and commitment. Let's continue to work together to strengthen our partnership to enhance your scholar's educational journey.

24 days ago, Griffin-Spalding County Schools

GSCS Schools Make Strong Strides in 2025 CCRPI Performance! The College and Career Ready Performance Index (CCRPI) is Georgia’s statewide accountability system used to measure how well schools and districts are preparing students for success at the next grade level, graduation and postsecondary opportunities. The 2025 CCRPI results were released on November 12, 2025. The data reveals that Griffin-Spalding County Schools (GSCS) improved in 12 of the 13 components. READ MORE: https://5il.co/3sfsw

GSCS Interim Superintendent Dr. Donald Warren said, “These gains reflect the hard work of our teachers, leaders, students and families. While we still have work to do, this momentum shows that GSCS is on the path toward sustained improvement and we will continue pushing forward together. These results show what is possible when everyone is aligned and working with purpose. I am incredibly proud of our staff and students, and I know this is only the beginning of what GSCS will achieve.”

25 days ago, Griffin-Spalding County Schools

Santa’s helpers? Nope—just Principal Hawkins and Assistant Principal Reid making sure Santa has checked his list - twice!
#WalkTheWalk #ChristmasFun

26 days ago, Cowan Rd Elementary

Santa seated in large chair, man kneeling beside, woman on Santa's lap

We are proud of our students and Mr. Martin for their hard work and participation in the GSCS Honor Choir. #WalkTheWalk #ColtsCan #ReadingMusic #HonorChoir

27 days ago, Cowan Rd Elementary

image showing GSCS District Elementary Honor Chorus 2025-26, programs in a stack with student names showing

image reading "GSCS Honor Choir 2025" with on e large image of students singing, being led by conductor

image reading "GSCS Honor Choir 2025" with one picture of principal and students and second image or music teacher and students

We’re wishing all our families a restful Thanksgiving break next week! Please take a moment to read the message, from Principal Hawkins, in the image for an important reminder about our return date and attendance as we wrap up the semester. #ColtsCan #Grateful

27 days ago, Cowan Rd Elementary

Image of a letter to parents and guardians sharing Thanksgiving well-wishes and reminding families about the importance of attendance. The letter encourages a safe and restful break, expresses gratitude for students and families, and asks that students return ready to learn on December 1, 2025. It notes that consistent attendance supports student success and invites families to contact the school nurse or office if unsure whether a sick child should attend.

It’s almost time for Pictures with Santa at Cowan Road Elementary!

Santa will be visiting Tuesday, November 18th at 8:30 AM, and we can’t wait to capture those festive smiles! Packages range from $30–$50, and you can find more info or pay online here: blackshearphotography.com/cre

👉 Important: Only students who purchase packages ahead of time will be photographed. Online payments extended until midnight tonight, Monday, November 17th, so don’t miss out!

Let’s make some merry memories with Santa this season!
#ColtsCan

27 days ago, Cowan Rd Elementary

image for "pictures with Santa" It’s almost time for Pictures with Santa at Cowan Road Elementary! Santa will be visiting Tuesday, November 18th at 8:30 AM, and we can’t wait to capture those festive smiles! Packages range from $30–$50, and you can find more info or pay online here: blackshearphotography.com/cre 👉 Important: Only students who purchase packages ahead of time will be photographed. Online payments close at 10:00 AM on Monday, November 17th, so don’t miss out! Let’s make some merry memories with Santa this season! #ColtsCan

image with picture packages available and qr code to scan for paying online

Spalding High invites 3rd-5th grade students for a fun night of STEM!

27 days ago, Griffin-Spalding County Schools

All GSCS schools and offices will be closed Nov. 24-28, for Thanksgiving Break. Give thanks with family and friends!

27 days ago, Griffin-Spalding County Schools

Day Two of our Thanksgiving Feast lunches was just as special!

We loved welcoming another wonderful group of families to enjoy a warm, delicious Thanksgiving meal together. Our incredible nutrition team outdid themselves once again, and we’re so grateful for the tasty feast they prepared. A heartfelt thank-you also goes to our Carver Road Baptist Church volunteers for their continued support and kindness throughout the day.

We truly appreciate all the families who joined us and helped keep everything running smoothly. Sharing these moments with you makes this tradition so meaningful!

#ColtsCan #WalkTheWalk #CommunityFamilies #Thankful

about 1 month ago, Cowan Rd Elementary

students walking down hall with turkey headbands

students lined up in hall with headbands

students and turkey teacher walking down the hall

Day One of our Thanksgiving Feast lunches was a huge success!

We had such a wonderful time sharing a yummy Thanksgiving meal with so many of our students’ families. A big shoutout to our amazing nutrition staff for preparing such a delicious lunch, and to our Carver Road Baptist Church volunteers for lending a helping hand throughout the day!

We’re so thankful for the families who joined us and for everyone’s patience in helping things run smoothly. It was a joy to see so many smiling faces around the tables today!

#ColtsCan #WalkTheWalk #Thankful

about 1 month ago, Cowan Rd Elementary

kids in hall lined up, wearing turkey hats

familes and students at cafeteria tables

volunteers and teacher at drink table with sweet tea and lemonade

What an amazing day for Pearls, Pumps, and Books! 📚
Every single class in our building had a special guest reader today — what a treat for our students!
We’re so thankful for our wonderful volunteers from Brightmoor, GSCS central office, and our very own staff who shared their time (and love of reading!) with our kids.
Thank you for showing our students that reading matters — and that our community cares!
#PearlsPumpsAndBooks #CommunityReaders

about 1 month ago, Cowan Rd Elementary

graphic reading "Pearls Pumps, and Books" then at the bottom "Thank you for sharing your time and reading with our student learners!" The image includes a border with daisies, high heel shoes, and a book with cute glasses and a tea cup

group picture of 6 women holding books in a school hall

adult reading in front of class of young children

adult holding books in a group of young children

It’s almost time for Pictures with Santa at Cowan Road Elementary!

Santa will be visiting Tuesday, November 18th at 8:30 AM, and we can’t wait to capture those festive smiles! Packages range from $30–$50, and you can find more info or pay online here: blackshearphotography.com/cre

👉 Important: Only students who purchase packages ahead of time will be photographed. Online payments close at 10:00 AM on Monday, November 17th, so don’t miss out!

Let’s make some merry memories with Santa this season!
#ColtsCan

about 1 month ago, Cowan Rd Elementary

Graphic for Pictures with Santa, same info as in post

graphic with pricing: packages as follows: A - $50; B - $40; C - $35; D - $30

November is Family Engagement Month! As we celebrate Family Engagement Month, GSCS wants to take this opportunity to celebrate you! Whether you’re helping with homework, attending conferences, volunteering or simply making sure your child attends school every day, we thank you. Your engagement helps build a strong foundation for success. We are grateful for the many ways you contribute to our district’s growth and to your child’s educational journey.

about 1 month ago, Griffin-Spalding County Schools

Happy 67th day of learning! Our teachers proved they can rock the 67 trend just as well as the kids! #67DaysSmarter #CowanRoadCrew

about 1 month ago, Cowan Rd Elementary

teachers in hall with 67 shirts and headgear

The Pigeon said it best on day 67…
Read 6–7 nights a week! 📖
Consistency builds readers!

about 1 month ago, Cowan Rd Elementary

Graphic reads "How many nights a week should your child read?" Image shows Pigeon (from Mo Willems books) yelling "6-7"

Please go support Cowan Road and Marco's Pizza by eating there tomorrow, November 11 from 4-8pm. #WalkTheWalk #Partners #SpiritNight

about 1 month ago, Cowan Rd Elementary

Spirit Night at Marco's pizza; 4-8pm; 10% of sales will be given to Cowan Rd Elementary

🎉✨ It’s almost Parent-Teacher Conference Night at CRES! ✨🎉
Join us this Thursday from 4:00–6:00 PM for a fun and meaningful night all about your child’s learning! 📚💡

If you haven’t signed up for a conference yet, there’s still time! 🕓
Come chat with your child’s teacher, celebrate all the amazing progress so far, and see how we can keep growing together as we head into the holidays and the halfway mark of the school year!

We can’t wait to see our awesome CRES families! 💙

about 1 month ago, Sara Burford

GSCS and Butts County Schools' Exceptional Students had an awesome day at the Special Olympics Track & Field Event today at Spalding High School! Students kicked off the event with a parade, then competed in track and field events and played developmental games. Thank you to everyone who helped make this event so fun and special for our students! Shout out to the SHS Blue Jag Funk Marching Band, chorus and student volunteers!

about 1 month ago, Griffin-Spalding County Schools