Motivation Monday is here! Are you determined in everything that you do? Our GCHS Lady Lions volleyball team is- and we are excited to see their hard work pay off! 🏐Tonight, our Lady Lions will travel to Somerset Christian to play West Jessamine in the first round of the Regional Tournament at 7:30PM. Drop some encouragement for them in the comments!⬇️ #motivationmonday
Our Golden Lions Senior football players showing their gratitude to the teachers who've made a lasting impact on their educational journey! 🦁🏈 This morning GCHS Football started a new tradition- before hitting the field for their Senior Night game, our Golden Lion seniors delivered honorary jerseys to teachers who have positively impacted them.
Elementary Families: Today marks the last day of this nine-week term. We wanted to let you know that the upcoming report cards you will receive have some exciting updates compared to previous years. Please take a look at the flyer to read about changes!
Another Wednesday, another wellness post! Today, we are featuring Garrard Middle School's PE class. Mrs. Clark's class has been practicing their archery skills- check out their bullseyes!🎯 #wellnesswednesday
Join us on October 28th, 9AM-12PM for the GCHS Lady Lions Basketball One-Day Camp! 🏀 Secure your spot by registering before October 22nd to guarantee your camp t-shirt. Payment is due on the day of the event – $25 per participant, with a $10 discount for siblings. Doors will open at 8:30AM for drop off and payment. Get ready to enhance your player's fundamental skills with our Lady Lions! Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity! Click the link below to register today:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSclwRgMerkwYjhkLKGTlVUzGR2WX1wts5O2FeWkUgQCKgtUZg/viewform?usp=sf_link
Tech Center Tuesday is here! Our Garrard Middle School JAG students recently visited the ATC to learn about the different programs that would soon be offered to them. The students learned about the Engineering, Electrical, Auto, Carpentry and Welding programs and were able to tour their shops. Ask your student which program they like best! #techcentertuesday
Students in Ms. Roberts' Spanish I class at GCHS participated in Hispanic Heritage Month by learning about celebrations within the month as well as creating a mini posters about a famous Hispanic or Latino. Their posters were displayed for a Gallery Walk activity, and also to inform the school about some familiar or unfamiliar faces within the Latino and Hispanic heritage. Hispanic Heritage Month is celebrated from September 15th until October 15th. Check out their work!
Motivation Monday is here and Mrs. Stanley's class at PLE wants to remind you to treat yourself! Our exceptional students are learning valuable functional life skills through Community-Based Instruction (CBI)! CBI is an evidence-based practice that supports the transition from school to adult life. Our students are gaining real-world skills and independence by assisting with the school snack cart. From handling money to practicing social interactions, they're preparing for life beyond the classroom- and offering a sweet treat while learning!👏🍫🍬 #motivationmonday
Feature Friday is here, and today we are featuring one of our district's School Psychologists, Mrs. Kathryn Guiney! Mrs. Guiney has recently been selected as the Southeast South-Central Educational Cooperative Regional School Psychologist of the Year! Mrs. Guiney was awarded this title because of her exceptional representation of school psychological skills within the framework of the NASP Domains of Practice! Congratulations Mrs. Kathryn Guiney! #gcsproud #featurefriday
Tech Center Tuesday is here, and today we are featuring our Electrical program- taught by Mr. Kevin Jones! Our Electrical students recently visited a career event where students participated in hands-on activities while learning about different careers in the Electrical Construction field! #techcentertuesday #atcproud
BIG GAME DAY for our Lady Lions Soccer team! Tonight, our Lady Lions will start the first round of the region tournament! Kick off is at 8:30PM against Somerset- game hosted at West Jessamine High School. Come out and support our student athletes!⚽️
Click the link below to purchase tickets!
https://gofan.co/app/events/1158965
Another Monday, another Motivation post! Today, our Garrard County High School JAG students and Camp Dick Robinson's 3rd Graders are motivating you to work together!
GCHS JAG members recently started a Pen Pal project, writing letters to each 3rd Grader at CDR. Our 3rd Graders recently received their letters and wrote back to their pen pals!
At the end of the trimester, our JAG students plan on visiting CDR to meet their pen pals, stayed tuned!✍️✉️
Another Friday, another staff feature! Today, we would like to feature Coach Brett DeShon at Garrard Middle School! GMS Principal, Dr. Audrey Nichols says, "Mr. Brett DeShon is one of our fabulous ECE teachers who rises to meet the needs of his students each day. He is a great co-teach companion for his collaborating colleagues. Coach DeShon is one of the best and we are glad he's part of our GMS family! #featurefriday #gcsproud
Another Wednesday, another Wellness spotlight! Mr. Cooper's Boys PE class at Garrard County High School start their class with team stretching and group exercises, check it out! #wellnesswednesday
Garrard County Schools would like to congratulate Mrs. Emily Arnold on earning the Eastern Kentucky University's CED 400 Cooperating Teacher, Teacher of the Year Award!👏 Mrs. Arnold was nominated by her former student teacher, now colleague, Ms. Alexandra Canada! Congratulations Mrs. Arnold! #gcsproud
Another Tuesday, another Tech Center feature! Today we would like to highlight our carpentry program, taught by Mr. Jerry Martin! Recently, our students attended a Construction Career Day field trip, learning about different the types of construction careers! #techcentertuesday
"What the hand does, the mind remembers." Garrard County High School's CTE classes offers students with a variety of hands-on experience! Recently our Floral Design class arranged these beautiful centerpieces for a regional KSBA meeting. Check out their awesome work!💐 #motivationmonday #gcsproud
Each Friday we would like to feature our incredible staff members of our district who make a difference every day! This week we would like to spotlight, Mrs. Jennifer Thompson, teacher at Paint Lick Elementary.
PLE Principal, Mrs. Kia Lamb says, "Mrs. Thompson has a heart for kids and it shows every day in her classroom! She is finding new ways to deliver high-quality math instruction to her students and always ensures they have what they need in and out of the classroom. We are so thankful to have Mrs. Thompson at PLE!"
Stay tuned each week to learn about other great GCS staff members! #featurefriday
Our GCS Staff Throwback Thursday posts have returned! Can anyone guess this dynamic duo from the past?? Drop your guesses in the comment section!⬇️ #throwbackthursday
The Garrard County Family Resource team is hosting a FREE event for grandparents/relatives raising students in the district!
Check out the attached flyer for more information- see you there!
