GCHS freshman Daniel Ratley, has been selected as the 2023 Youth Advocate for the Commonwealth of Kentucky. The program is sponsored by the US YMCA’s Govt. Relations office with a max of two high school students selected per state. Full story at: https://bit.ly/3zTi1bf
Big shout out to these students selected for the ACDA Jr. High (Grades 7 - 9) All-State event. They represent GCMS and GCHS Nov. 10 -12 at EKU.
Congratulations to Crystal Bratcher, selected by Kentucky SHAPE as the 2022-23 Kentucky Teacher of the Year for Middle School Physical Education! Full details at: https://bit.ly/3FsA1wD
This month, 4th, 5th and 8th grade G/T students have been given the opportunity to visit the GC Technology Center and explore CTE classes in 3D Printing, Marketing, and Health Science courses through hands-on experiences.
It was a great weekend for GCHS Band as the group qualified for state and will perform Sat, Oct. 29, 11:30 CT in Richmond. Also, check out Jackson Kane - musician, football, and soccer player - performing with the band during halftime of Friday’s game!
Judge-Exec Kevin Henderson was joined by students and community today to sign a proclamation for Red Ribbon Week, Oct. 24 - 28. Each day will have a theme to get students involved in “being the best they can be because they live Drug-Free!”
Congratulations to our EdTech team, recipients of the 2022 Stilwell Award, for keeping students and families connected to their schools during the period of March 2020 to March 2022. See all recipients: https://bit.ly/3D6TTE4
MFG Week kicked off by partnering with local industry to give CTE students an upfront perspective on local opportunities. Many thanks to Mid-Park, Plastikon, Byrd Tool, and Extreme Fabrication for the hospitality and insights!
Congratulations to Matt Hayes, 2022 Chamber of Commerce Education Award winner. Full story at: https://bit.ly/3LI5oV7
It was a great day of music, performance, and college life as GCHS and GCMS 8th graders participated in the District Honors Choir at Campbellsville University.
The GCHS Marching Band has made history, reaching the finals of the Bands of America Central Ohio Regionals. This is the first time in school history that the GC Band has made finals at a BoA event – a tremendous accomplishment for the program.
Thanks to GCHS Youth Services Center for bringing the Arrive Alive Tour in for virtual reality simulations today. Students were able to practice defensive driving skills, both sober but distracted, also under the influence.
Congratulations to Teresa Jarboe, selected as KMEA’s 4th District High School Teacher of the Year! Jarboe has been with the district for more than a decade, and the choral music program has grown significantly and excelled under her leadership.
A BIG thank you to Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield Medicaid for the generous donation of $10,000 to our elementary schools. Each school will receive $2,500 for new PE/sports equipment as part of Anthem’s ongoing commitment to promote physical activity and healthier lifestyles for KY children.
Straight out the gate GCHS Band is named Grand Champs at the Franklin-Simpson Invitational their first competition of the season! They also earned First Place and the Spirit Award to cap off a big weekend.
GC Jr. Pro Basketball signups for K-8 boys/girls on Sundays Sept. 11, 18, and 25 from 1 - 3 pm in the GCHS lobby. Questions? Contact Daniel Decker, 270-259-6844
AP courses offer multiple benefits, including college credit. Congratulations to these GCHS students who have earned a score of three or better on an AP exam and are now three hours advanced on a degree. See story: https://bit.ly/3Q9uGf7
Great news for families with children ages 0 - 5! Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library is coming to Grayson County Visit https://bit.ly/3T9ZsHR for details and register your child today!
Congratulations to the GCHS Chamber Orchestra, selected to perform at the 2023 KMEA Professional Development Conference! This is a very competitive and prestigious honor for the students and their directors, Adam and Stacy French. They will perform February 9 in Louisville.
You won’t find any more fun than this on a Friday night! Catch this year’s GCHS Volleyball Team as they take on the Alumni Team. Shirts on sale, concessions. Get “set” to be “served” a super evening of fun while supporting GCHS Volleyball!
Friday, Aug. 12, 6 pm at GCHS.
