Gordon Central High School

⏰ Reminder: Course Request Forms Due Tomorrow!
Students—please bring your signed 2026–2027 course request verification form to advisement tomorrow (Monday, March 23) and turn it in to your advisor. Double-check your choices, make any corrections, get a parent/guardian signature, and be ready to submit it during advisement. ✅

Gordon Central is proud of our incredible showing at State Literary Competition! 🎭📣 Our students represented us with excellence, earning top finishes against the best in the state: State Runner-Up: Harrison Hughes – Domestic Extemporaneous Speaking State Runner-Up: Toccoa Long – Boys Solo State Runner-Up: Girl's Trio- Anna Caroline Parker, Riley McEntire, and Cecilia Kolterman 3rd place: Jamirrah Thomas – Dramatic Interpretation 3rd place: Boys Quartet- Seth Kolterman, Yessen Zamora, Asher Lee, and Parker Dyer 4th place- Overall Team We are so proud of these talented performers for their hard work, dedication, and outstanding representation of GC on the state stage. 💙 #GCWarriors #StateLiterary

March Madness continues at GCHS! 🏀🔥

In the second round of Homeroom March Madness, 32 teams went head-to-head in an exciting round of Kahoot trivia! Congratulations to our winning homerooms:

🎓 Seniors: Algarin, Garrett, A. Hughes, Caycho
🎓 Juniors: Parrott, Scoggins, Connally, Born
🎓 Sophomores: Watts, Rusciano, Weaver, Rollins
🎓 Freshmen: Rainwater, Rapier, Worley, Matherly

These teams are moving on to the next round and will compete Monday during homeroom in a hula hoop toss! Let the competition continue! 💪 #WarriorPride

March is Music In Our Schools Month, and we’re proud to celebrate the incredible impact of our performing arts program! 🎶

A big thank you to our talented educators, Mr. Cameron Born (Band Director/Teacher) and Ms. Sheryl Caycho (Teacher and Director of Choral and Performing Arts) for inspiring creativity, dedication, and a love of music in our students every day. Because of you, our band and chorus programs continue to thrive and make our school proud! 👏

#MusicInOurSchoolsMonth #GCPride #PerformingArts #ThankATeacher #ExtraordinaryGCHS

🧬🔬 It’s a sweet investigation in Mrs. Watts’ AP Biology classes! Students put their biotechnology skills to the test by solving a “Skittlecide” using gel electrophoresis to analyze DNA from a crime scene. From the lab to real-world applications, these young scientists are cracking the case one strand at a time! 🍬🧪 #APBiology #FutureScientists #STEMinAction

Mrs. Lee’s Essentials Health class has been diving into the cardiovascular system over the past two weeks! ❤️🫀

Students explored the pathway of blood flow through the heart and learned to identify its different parts. To bring their learning to life, they even dissected a sheep heart for a hands-on look at its structure and function. An unforgettable way to see science in action! 🔬✨ #LearningByDoing

Mrs. Lee’s Allied Health class had an incredible day at AdventHealth! 🏥✨

Students toured the hospital and participated in a “lunch & learn,” hearing from professionals across multiple departments. It was a great opportunity to explore future careers and see healthcare in action! 💙 #FutureHealthcareHeroes

Gordon County Schools is proud to announce an exceptional showing at the Georgia State Technology Competition, held on March 14 at the Henry County Academy of Advanced Studies in McDonough, Georgia. This year, we had a total of five student winners, the most our district has ever earned.

Zillionaire Li Ou, a sophomore at Gordon Central High School, won 1st place in the 9th–10th grade Animation category with an animated short film, under the guidance of his sponsoring teacher, Mrs. Heather Stodghill from the Gordon College and Career Academy.

Red Bud Middle School 8th grade students Elijah Dacus and Dalton Evans earned a 2nd place finish in Web and Mobile Apps for 7th–8th grades for the e-commerce website they built. Another team of Red Bud Middle School 8th grade students, Rebecca Nuam and Rosslyn Rodriguez, placed 3rd in 7th–8th grade Video Production, producing a video that showcased the Georgia Aquarium. Their sponsoring teacher is RBMS STEAM instructor Mrs. Carrie Greeson-Parish.

Overall, Gordon County Schools took 11 students who won first place at the Northwest Georgia Regional Technology Competition to the state event, another record for the district. We are extremely proud of all students who participated in the Georgia State Technology Competition and represented GCS so well.

Congratulations to this year’s state winners! We are proud of your achievement! #ExtraordinaryGCS

🚨 **DATE CHANGE – WARRIOR FOOTBALL PARENT MEETING** 🚨

Please note the **new date** for the Gordon Central Warrior Football Mandatory Parent Meeting.

📅 **Monday, March 23**
🕕 **6:00 PM**
📍 **Gordon Central High School Cafeteria**

Your support plays a huge role in building a successful season for our Warriors. We look forward to seeing everyone there! 💙🏈

🎓 Senior Superlative Pictures Rescheduled! New Date & Time!
📸 Pictures: Thursday, March 19th at 9:00 AM
📍 Meet in the new gym at 8:50 AM

🎟️ National Technical Honor Society Raffle! 🎟️
Support our NTHS students by purchasing a raffle ticket for just $10!
📅 March 16–30
🎁 Amazing prizes, including gift cards, tickets, and more!
See any CTAE teacher or participating FBLA, FCCLA, FFA, HOSA, or SkillsUSA student to purchase.

🎓 Seniors: Cap & Gown Delivery Reminder
Cap and gowns will be delivered Monday, March 23 from 12:00–2:00 PM in Room 301. Please plan to stop by during that window to pick yours up!

Gordon County Schools will operate on a 2-hour delay on Monday, March 16.To accommodate for the delay, Gordon Central High School will follow our published 2-hour Delay Schedule. First block will begin at 10:30 am.

Gordon County Schools announces the retirement of Dr. Amy J. Parker, Principal of Gordon Central High School, following the conclusion of the 2025–2026 school year.

Dr. Parker has spent her entire professional career with Gordon County Schools, contributing to instructional improvement, workforce development, school leadership, and community engagement. Her work has supported districtwide strategic planning, accreditation, professional learning, and student-centered initiatives that have strengthened educational outcomes across the district.

Throughout her service, she has helped develop educators, expand industry and community partnerships, enhance communication and public engagement, and support innovation in secondary education. She has also contributed to statewide educational efforts through participation in professional networks and leadership organizations. As principal of Gordon Central High School, Dr. Parker has led efforts to improve school climate, strengthen instructional systems, and increase opportunities for student engagement and success.

Dr. Parker and her husband, Jonathan, a Gordon Central alumnus, have been long-time supporters of the Gordon Central community. Their daughter, Anna Caroline, graduates from Gordon Central this year. Reflecting on her retirement, Dr. Parker shared, “I am proud to have served as the principal at Gordon Central, where I started my career nearly three decades ago. I will miss seeing my school family on a day-to-day basis, but I also know that I am leaving our students and our school in the hands of an excellent group of educators. My family and I look forward to supporting the Warrior Nation for many years to come.”

Dr. Parker’s impact and leadership have made significant and lasting contributions to Gordon County Schools. Her commitment to students and staff has strengthened our schools and our community. We are grateful for her service and wish her the very best in her retirement.

Gordon County Schools will announce leadership transition plans at a later date.

Course Requests: 2026–2027 Verification Forms
Families—students will receive their 2026–2027 course request verification forms during advisement on Friday, March 20. Please have your student review carefully, make any needed corrections, sign, and return the form on Monday, March 23.