GHS PFE- September 2026

BACK TO SCHOOL TIPS FOR PARENTS

Help your child adjust to earlier bedtimes just to help them ease into new routines. Set a consistent bedtime for your child and stick with it every night. Getting enough sleep is critical for kids to stay healthy and be successful in school. Not getting enough sleep is linked with lower academic achievement, as well as higher rates of absenteeism and tardiness.
Have your child turn off electronic devices well before bedtime. Try to have the home as quiet and calm as possible when younger children are trying to fall asleep.
Children who eat a nutritious breakfast function better. They do better in school, and have better concentration and more energy. If your child does not have time to eat, send them to school with a grab and go snack like a granola bar.
Create an environment that is homework-friendly. Children need a consistent workspace in their bedroom or another part of the home that is quiet, without distractions, and promotes study.
Schedule ample time for homework. Build this time into choices about participating in after school activities.
Establish a household rule that the TV and other electronic distractions stay off during homework time. Supervise computer and internet use.

Attendance Matters

Every day counts when it comes to student success! Regular school attendance helps students stay connected to learning, build important skills, and keep up with classroom instruction. Families can support success by establishing consistent routines, scheduling appointments outside of school hours when possible, and making attendance a daily priority. When students show up every day, they have more opportunities to learn, grow, and succeed!

How Families Can Partner With Schools

Families play an important role in student success! When families and schools work together, students benefit both academically and socially. Parents and caregivers can partner with their child’s school by maintaining regular communication with teachers, attending school events and parent meetings, supporting learning at home, monitoring attendance and academic progress, and sharing ideas and feedback. By working together, families and schools can create a strong support system that helps every student learn, grow, and succeed!

Title I Annual Meeting Information - Fall 2026

Title I, Part A requires that all schools receiving Title I, Part A funds must bring parents and families together for a parent meeting to inform participating parents about the school's Title I program and their right to be involved. This meeting will be held within the first 45 days of the new school year in GSCS.

Griffin High School asked parents to join us on August 31, 2026 at 9:30 a.m. via Google meet and/or at 5:00 in the GHS Media Center. During the meeting, we shared important information with our families about the purpose of Title I and how these resources help support the academic success of our scholars.

Families received information about the programs and supports that are in place to help scholars remain on track and continue making progress toward graduation. We also reviewed our School Parent and Family Engagement Policy, School-Parent Compact, and information related to the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA). These documents help explain how our school, families, and scholars can work together to support student achievement.

We also discussed the GSCS instructional frameworks and shared ways that families can remain involved in their scholar’s education both at school and at home. Families learned about upcoming engagement opportunities, ways to participate in school decision-making, volunteer opportunities, and other ways to stay connected with Griffin High School throughout the school year. In addition, we shared information about the resources available to families through our GHS Parent Resource Center and the District Parent Resource Center. These resources are available to provide families with additional information and support as we continue working together to meet the needs of our scholars.

We appreciate all of our families who participated in the Annual Title I Meeting and continue to partner with us throughout the school year. Your involvement and support are important to the success of our scholars.

Together, we can Impact Every Scholar Every Day!

Upcoming Events

9/7 - Labor Day (No School)

9/9 - 1st 9 Weeks Mid-Term Progress Report sent home

9/9 - GHS School Council Meeting at 4:30 p.m. in the GHS Media Center

9/16 - Parent-Teacher Conferences at 3:30 p.m. in the GHS Commons

9/24 - GHS Literacy Night at 4:30 p.m.

GSCS District Parent University

We are excited to offer Parent University, a series of engaging workshops designed to provide families with practical tools and resources to support student success. Topics will include literacy, math, test-taking strategies, technology, and ways to support learning at home. Join us throughout the school year to learn, connect, and grow together!

Parent Resource Center

Griffin High School encourages parents and families to visit the GHS Parent Resource Center, located in the Counselor’s Office, Room 1016. The Parent Resource Center is designed to provide families with helpful information and resources to support their scholar’s academic success. Available materials include academic brochures, resources to help scholars strengthen their reading and writing skills, graduation and academic support information, family engagement resources, and materials shared during parent meetings, workshops, and school events. Families can also find information about programs, services, and opportunities available through Griffin High School and the Griffin-Spalding County School System.

The GHS Parent Resource Center is open during regular school hours, and parents and guardians are welcome to visit at any time during the school day. If you need assistance locating a particular resource, have questions about available supports, or would like help connecting with school or community resources, please feel free to contact Dr. Dedrey Elam, GHS Parent Liaison, by email at dedrey.elam@gscs.org or by phone at 770-229-3752 ext. 27121. We value the partnership of our GHS families and encourage you to take advantage of the resources available to help support your scholar’s success.

GSCS Parent Resource Center

Did you know that the Griffin-Spalding County School System also has a Parent Resource Center? Find hands on activities, books and brochures for your student in our District Parent Resource Center. The center is designed to provide educational resources for parents to help your student succeed academically. Parents can also find computers with internet access at the center. The best part is resources are FREE! You can find the Parent Resource Center located in the Parent Services Building, Room 121 on 234 E. Taylor Street, Griffin, GA 30224. If you would like more information or want to make an appointment, please contact LaJuana Love at 770-229-3700, ext 10321 or at Lajuana.love@gscs.org.

Title I Fall Parent Survey

Parents and families, we want to hear from you! Our Fall Parent Surveys give you an opportunity to share your thoughts, ideas, and feedback about your child’s school and educational experience. Your input helps us better understand the needs of our students and families and plan programs and resources that support student success. Please take a few moments to complete the survey—your voice makes a difference!

Links to Important School Related Title I, Part A Documents

GSCS Title I, Part A Parent & Family Engagement Handbook:

English - https://online.flippingbook.com/view/758791448/

Spanish - https://online.flippingbook.com/view/850566856/

Receipt of Handbook Google Form:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScB6aeEQqXpZGSfXK4CoIqf5SYM5aLqNcd6EdcrJVTgL7mI1g/viewform?usp=dialog

Contact Information for Parent Liaison

Dr. Dedrey Elam, is the Parent Liaison at Griffin High School. In this role, she works to strengthen the partnership between our families and school by connecting parents and guardians with resources, information, and opportunities to support their scholars’ academic success. She looks forward to working with you as, together, we continue to Impact Every Scholar Every Day!

Email: dedrey.elam@gscs.org
Phone: 770-229-3752 ext. 271