Gordon Central High School

🎓 Reminder for Gordon Central High School Senior Parents: The Class of 2025 Graduation Ceremony is happening tonight at 7:00 PM at the Rome Forum River Center. If you can’t attend in person, you can watch the livestream at: 🔗 https://www.gcbe.org/page/graduation-livestream

🎓 Reminder for Gordon Central High School Senior Parents: The Class of 2025 Graduation Ceremony is happening tonight at 7:00 PM at the Rome Forum River Center. If you can’t attend in person, you can watch the livestream at: 🔗 https://www.gcbe.org/page/graduation-livestream For all graduation details, including the livestream link, visit: 🔗 https://www.gcbe.org/o/gchs/page/class-of-2025 We’re proud of our Warrior seniors and can’t wait to celebrate this exciting milestone!

CLASS OF 2025 REMINDERS: 🌟 Graduation Parking Info UPDATE🌟 🅿 Paid parking available- ✅ 3rd Avenue Parking Deck- Next to the Forum $5 flat fee (cash or card) starting at 3:30 until the lot is full - approximately 270 spaces available. ✅ East 1st Street Lot--First hour is FREE. After the first hour, it is $1 per hour. Drop-off and a limited number of handicap spaces available at main entrance 🅿 Free parking available: ✅ 4th Avenue Parking Deck ✅ 6th Avenue Parking Deck ✅ Street Parking after 6 pm is free Plan ahead for an easy arrival! 🚗✨ Shuttle available from GC as well. See graphic or our website for specifics:

Graduation practice is mandatory! May 21, 9 am-noon.

Gordon County Schools is offering an online summer school opportunity free of charge to any student who needs to make up a credit this summer. Dates: June 2nd - July 18th Eligibility: Students with grades between 50 to 69 in the selected course are eligible to enroll. Important Information: Students must successfully complete the course with a passing grade to receive credit. Quizzes will have 3 attempts to pass. End of unit test will have one attempt. If a student attempts the course but does not complete it with a passing grade, the failing grade will be applied to their transcript. The course will be open from June 2nd and will close at 3 pm on July 18th. Course Selection (Check One): [ ] 9th Grade Literature [ ] 10th Grade Literature [ ] British Literature [ ] Geometry [ ] Advanced Mathematics (Algebra 2) [ ] College Readiness Math [ ] Environmental Science [ ] Physical Science [ ] Forensic Science [ ] World History [ ] Government [ ] Economics Any student who wishes to participate should download the form below and return completed forms to school no later than May 28. Completed forms can be left in the front office or emailed to Jamey Angland at jaangland @gcbe.org. Download form at: https://5il.co/3gpvk

🎯 Air Rifle Camp Opportunity! 🎯 Gordon County College and Career Academy is hosting an Air Rifle Camp June 9–12 from 9:00 AM–12:00 PM at the CCA (305 Beamer Rd SW, Calhoun). ✅ Open to rising 9th–12th graders ✅ No JROTC or team enrollment required ✅ $50 per shooter ✅ Limited to 10 participants Sharpen your focus, build skills, and have fun in a safe, structured environment! 📩 Questions? Contact COL Wallace Steinbrecher at wsteinbrecher@gcbe.org or call (706) 879-5370 ext. 8304. Spots will fill fast—lock yours in! 🎯 Link to sign up: https://forms.office.com/r/iuZgPHp5rL

Gordon County Schools Congratulates 2024-2025 Retirees! We've asked our retirees to share a picture and their years of experience in GCS to celebrate their retirement. Let's give a big congratulations to Neal Crawford, Gordon Central High School band director! Neal has taught for 39 years, with 28 years teaching with Gordon County Schools (2 years at Red Bud High School, 26 years at GCHS). Neal has made a difference in the lives of many musicians. Thank you for serving as an educator for 28 years in the Gordon County Schools system. Enjoy retirement! #TogetherGCS #GordonCountySchools #GCS

Gordon County Schools Congratulates 2024-2025 Retirees! We've asked our retirees to share a picture and their years of experience in GCS to celebrate their retirement. Let's give a big congratulations to Dr. Kim Watters, Gordon Central High School choral and theatre director! Kim has spent her entire career with Gordon County Schools, impacting the lives of students and our community through singing, acting, and public speaking. Thank you for serving as an educator for 37 years in the Gordon County Schools system. Enjoy retirement! #TogetherGCS #GordonCountySchools #GCS

Gordon County Schools Congratulates 2024-2025 Retirees! We've asked our retirees to share a picture and their years of experience in GCS to celebrate their retirement. Let's give a big congratulations to Billy Shackelford, Gordon Central High School athletic director and PE teacher! Billy has been an educator and coach for 30 years, serving 3 years in Gordon County, 20 years in Cobb, 5 years in Paulding, and 2 years in Whitfield. He is pictured with his wife, Missy, and daughter, Sami. Thank you for serving as an educator in the Gordon County Schools system. Enjoy retirement! #TogetherGCS #GordonCountySchools #GCS

Seniors! If you need a ride to graduation practice, scan the QR code and complete the survey ASAP!

🌟 NEON NIGHT is HERE! 🌟 This Friday at the Spring Game – we’re turning the student section into a glow zone! 🎽 Wear your BRIGHTEST neon 💥 Glow sticks & wands for sale 🔥 Vibes will be ELECTRIC Let’s light it up. Be there. 💡 #NeonNight #SpringGame #GlowUp

Attention students...applications are being accepted for SGA representatives for next school year. Packets for SGA applications can be picked up in Mr. Shattuck's office from Mrs. Mashburn starting May 5. Completed packets are due by Friday, May 16 at 8:25a.m. No late applications will be accepted.

Seniors must return their iPads on Wednesday, 5/14, during homeroom along with their Apple 20-Watt charger and cord. Please make sure your iPad is fully charged before homeroom. Seniors are considered unclear until their iPad is returned in good condition along with the Apple 20-Watt charger and cord that was issued with the iPad. If you need to purchase a replacement charger or cord, you can go to the "Student Fees/Pay Online" tab on the Gordon Central website and then select "Central Office" and then "Technology". Please keep a copy of your receipt to show Mrs. Pruitt in the Media Center. Underclassmen will return their iPad and accessories on Friday 5/16 during homeroom.

The Class of 2025 Senior Honors Night is on Monday, May 19 at 7:00 P.M. at Trinity Baptist Church. Students who are receiving awards received a letter the week of May 5 with additional details.

🌟 NEON NIGHT is HERE! 🌟 This Friday at the Spring Game – we’re turning the student section into a glow zone! 🎽 Wear your BRIGHTEST neon 💥 Glow sticks & wands for sale 🔥 Vibes will be ELECTRIC Let’s light it up. Be there. 💡 #NeonNight #SpringGame #GlowUp

Our Awards Day Ceremony for students in grades 9-11 will be held at Trinity Baptist Church on Monday, May 19 at 10 a.m. Students should arrive for line up no later than 9 a.m. Doors will open to guests at 9:30 am. Students may report directly to the ceremony or bus transportation will be provided from Gordon Central High School. However, students must return transportation notices to their first block teachers no later than May 13 to reserve a seat on the bus or to leave on their own directly after the ceremony. Students who will be receiving awards were given a letter during the week of May 5 with additional details. For more information, contact Heather Mashburn at hmashburn@gcbe.org or 706-629-7391.

🎉🎓 Hey Class of 2025 – it’s time to celebrate YOU! 🎓🎉 Get ready for an unforgettable night at Gordon Central’s Senior Sunset & Drive-Thru Parade on Friday, May 16th! 🌅🚗💥 🎈 PARADE KICKS OFF @ 6:00PM 📍 Staging starts at 5:40PM in front of the school – don’t be late! 🚗 Ride solo, with friends, or with family – just be ready to roll! ✨ Bring the spirit and decorate your car! Tastefully show off your personality, school pride, and senior style – we want to see those creative rides shining! After the parade, stick around for: 🍔 FREE food – burgers & hotdogs for seniors only 🎯 Games & fun – just for the Class of 2025 🏈 Spring Football Game @ 7:30PM – reserved seating for our amazing seniors 🎆 And to top it off… FIREWORKS to light up the night and celebrate YOU! Let’s make this a night to remember 💙✨ #GCSeniorSunset #ClassOf2025 #DecorateAndCelebrate #GCWarriorPride Who’s ready to roll into their next chapter with style and sparks?

Attention students...applications are being accepted for SGA representatives for next school year. Packets for SGA applications can be picked up in Mr. Shattuck's office from Mrs. Mashburn starting May 5. Completed packets are due by May 16 at 8:25a.m.

Yearbook Distribution Day is Monday, May 12. Yearbooks will be available all day for pick up in the Mall area. A limited number will also be available for purchase the day of the event. If you would like to reserve one of the extra copies, please see Mr. Bristow at rbristow@gcbe.org. Limited number available. First come, first serve.

CLASS OF 2025 REMINDERS: 🌟 Post 8: Graduation Parking Info 🌟 Drop-off and a limited number of handicap spaces available at main entrance 🅿 Free parking available: ✅ 4th Avenue Parking Deck ✅ 6th Avenue Parking Deck ✅ Street Parking after 6 pm is free 🅿 Paid parking available- - First hour is FREE. After the first hour, it is $1 per hour. ✅ 3rd Avenue Parking Deck- next to the forum ✅ East 1st Street Lot Plan ahead for an easy arrival! 🚗✨ For complete graduation information, visit: https://www.gcbe.org/o/gchs/page/class-of-2025 #GordonCentral #GraduationParking #SeeYouThere #ClassOf2025