Happy Monday, GCS families! Today’s #mondaymoments come from Mrs. Long's Visual Arts classes at Garrard County High School! Our students are getting creative with the annual hand turkey project!🖐🦃 They’re submitting designs in four fun categories: Tradition Tom, Breakout Bird, Postmodern Poultry, and Goody Gobbler. Check back tomorrow for their finished products!
Our GCHS Dance Team is hosting an Open Dance Clinic and Tryout! The clinic will take place in the GCHS cafeteria on November 25th and December 2nd from 3:30 PM to 5:30 PM. Tryouts are scheduled for December 4th at 3:30 PM. This opportunity is open to all current 7th-12th graders. If you have any questions, please contact Coach Aaliyah at Aaliyah.harvey@garrard.kyschools.us. Check the flyer for more details!
Join us for our annual Meet the Lions Night, hosted by our Lady Lions and Golden Lions basketball teams! 🏀🦁 Festivities kick off at 6PM and include player introductions, boys and girls scrimmages, exciting competitions, a silent auction, and performances by our Dance and Cheer teams. Concessions will be available. Check the flyer for details!⬇️
The Garrard County Schools Calendar Committee would like to ask your opinions regarding the 2025-2026 school year calendar. Below is a brief survey asking your preferences/opinions on school year dates. Your time and your views are appreciated. Please complete the survey by Friday, November 8th.
Click the link below to access the survey:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSea3VUIpdvK7Iybl4j8TGut4xrT-qWTK7Fbq2K3HKd_YTABCg/viewform?usp=sf_link
We're incredibly proud to celebrate Ethan Gillum, a 2024 graduate of GCHS! After completing a rigorous 10-week Boot Camp and another 10 weeks in Technical School, Ethan has officially earned his place as an Air Framer in the U.S. Navy! Ethan is now skilled in working on helicopters, a crucial role that ensures the safety and success of countless missions.
Next week, he’s off to his ultimate command in Norfolk, Virginia, where he'll continue his journey serving our country with dedication and bravery. Please join us in congratulating Ethan and thanking him for his service to our nation.
#GCHSAlumni #ProudMoment #ThankYouForYourService
STUDENTS: Please use the link below to access our upcoming breakfast and lunch menus. https://www.garrard.k12.ky.us/o/gchs/dining This website page is updated monthly. Also remember that you can view the daily menu on our district GCS app!
Kentucky Summative Assessment results are in: Garrard County High School update!👏
Garrard County High School showed strong growth in school climate, safety, and graduation rates this past school year! Key Highlights from our accountability:
🟡 Maintained Blue status in postsecondary readiness
🟡 Growth in school climate, safety, and graduation rates
GCHS will continue to focus on improving core academic performance. We’re proud of the progress made and are committed to pushing further!
Join us on Wednesday, October 2nd, at 4 PM at Bowlarama Lanes in Danville for an important meeting for all students interested in joining the bowling team this year. The first practice will follow the meeting and run until 6 PM. We hope to see you there!🎳
Garrard County High School is pleased to continue welcoming everyone to our new facilities! Recently approved at the September board meeting, these guidelines are designed to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for all attendees. Please keep them in mind during your visit cheering on our teams!👏
STUDENTS: Please use the link below to access our upcoming breakfast and lunch menus. https://www.garrard.k12.ky.us/o/gchs/dining
This website page is updated monthly. Also remember that you can view the daily menu on our district GCS app!
Garrard County Schools will be closed today Friday, September, 27th, 2024. Please note that this will not be an NTI day.
Tomorrow is the day!🗓
Our GCHS athletic department has been selected to receive funds from the 2024 McDonald’s High School Sports Digital Fundraiser! On September 26th, our local McDonalds restaurants will donate 10% of all digital sales made through the McDonald’s App directly to GCHS athletics. The more app orders, the more funds raised for our teams! Thank you for your support! Check out the flyer for more details!
Interested in joining the Garrard County High School Swim Team? There's a signup sheet in the front office at GCHS! Sign up now for more details!
A BIG thank you to Representative David Meade for taking the time to visit each of our schools in Garrard County! He engaged with our students, listened to their questions, and had great conversations with our administration. We appreciate his support and commitment to our schools and community!
Garrard County High School Homecoming Week September 23rd-27th
Garrard County Schools and Lancaster Elementary School are aware of a post that is being circulated about a school named Lancaster School. That school is located in the United Kingdom, but we have notified local law enforcement so we can continue to monitor. Our SROs continue to be active and engaged in all our buildings. We will continue to work with law enforcement to maintain the highest level of safety possible.
Happy Monday to our families! This week’s #mondaymoments come from Garrard County High School, where students are collaborating on projects, engaged in their learning, and enthusiastic about being at school! #mondaymoments
Our GCHS athletic department has been selected to receive funds from the 2024 McDonald’s High School Sports Digital Fundraiser! On September 26th, our local McDonalds restaurants will donate 10% of all digital sales made through the McDonald’s App directly to GCHS athletics. The more app orders, the more funds raised for our teams! Thank you for your support! Check out the flyer for more details!
Garrard County High School would like to officially welcome Ms. Meranda Cody to the GCHS Science team!👏 Ms. Cody says, "My name is Meranda Cody and I am so excited to be a part of the Garrard County family! I am a mom of 2 teenagers that keep me busy between sports and other activities. I graduated from Pulaski County High School in Somerset, where I grew up. I received my Bachelors in Public Health from Eastern Kentucky University, where I also played collegiate golf. I decided to finally go back and become a teacher after working in the school system for several years. I am currently attending the University of the Cumberlands, where I am completing my Masters of Arts in Teaching degree, with the emphasis in Science and Special Education. I am so excited that I am given the opportunity to be a smiling face and a teacher that likes to "think outside the box" to keep my students engaged and learning. GO GOLDEN LIONS! "
Last night, Garrard County Schools and Garrard Middle School were made aware of a potential threat to GMS. The following was sent to all middle school parents this morning. We are now sharing globally.
Garrard Middle School is aware of the social media post made referencing a potential threat towards GMS. We have been in contact with local law enforcement and the individual has been charged with 1st Degree Terroristic Threatening. Out of an abundance of caution we will have an increased presence of law enforcement to provide additional security along with our SRO at GMS. We appreciate the support and swift actions of our local law enforcement in this matter. We are committed to the safety and security of our students and staff. We remain in contact with law enforcement and ask that if you know any more information to please reach out to local law enforcement.
Please know we will continue to work with law enforcement as needed in order to provide any further support or assistance.
