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What another amazing week at Griffin!
This week has seen a major uptick in the
number of events going on around cam-
pus. We had our Chorus performing in
LGPE, and if I do have to say so, they were
beyond awesome! This week also brought
on the PTSA Penny Wars with a new twist
of pies in the face to teachers – some
teachers were quick to earn a pie in the
face. As I am writing this letter, some of
our Elite Gentlemen and Ladies of Excel-
lence will be getting ready for a trip to the
state capitol where they will get a tour and
meet some of our elected officials.
Yesterday, I was able to meet with 40+
7th graders who are serving on my Princi-
pal’s Student Advisory Board. We had
some great discussions about next week’s
potential student walkout as well as sever-
al topics for next year. This board will meet
at least two more times this year to help
set the tone for next year. I strongly believe
that we need to provide our students with
a chance for their voice to be heard.
Tomorrow we end the week with a me-
morial service for our beloved Ms.
Volume 1 Issue 9
Message from Principal Gillihan
Griffin Middle School
March 10 Barbara Quarles Memorial Service
March 11 Daylight Savings Time
March 12-17 Orchestra LGPE
March 12-16 Scholastic Spring Book Fair
March 13 Coffee with Principal Gillihan
March 14 Student Early Release Day
March 17 Griffin 45th Anniversary
March 17 St. Patrick’s Day
March 19 Dr. English’s Retirement Party
March 19 Band LPGE
March 21 8th Grade Band @ Georgia State
March 22 6th Grade Elec-tive Night-NEW DATE!!
Important Dates
March 9 , 2018
Dear Wildcat Families,
Quarles. As I worked in her room this week,
I had to stop several times to compose
myself as so many great memories flooded
my head. It reminded me of how precious
life is and that we should seize every mo-
ment since we are not guaranteed tomor-
row. If your child wants to attend the me-
morial service, it will be at the Mayes Ward-
Dobbins Funeral Home on Church St in
Marietta at 11 am on Saturday.
Don’t forget that next Saturday is our
45th Anniversary. We will open the building
at 11 am and have a short program in the
cafeteria at 12. Please pass the word that
we encourage everyone in the community
to stop by. Things have changed in 45 year
– ok, things have changed in the 4 years I
have been here!!
My wish for each of you this weekend
and next week is to cherish every moment
with those you love and to “Live the
Dream” as Ms. Quarles would say.
Always,
Paul
THIS ISSUE
-Science Olympiad
-Griffin Turns 45!
-Gimme 5 Fundraiser
-Learning Launch
-Aeronautics Club
-Spring Break Parent Survey
-Wildcats of the Week
-Spartan Cheerleading
To Advocate for and Empower the Learning of All Students
Beta Club officers pose with a letter recog-
nizing them for reaching National Beta
School of Merit. This prestigious honor rec-
ognizes academic excellence and commit-
ment towards student achievement. Con-
gratulations to Ms. Gunn and Beta Club
members. We are proud of you!
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Scholastic Spring Book Fair
March 12-16, 2018
Learning Commons
Visit the Griffin Middle School
Book Fair Page:
http://www.scholastic.com/bf/griffinmiddleschool
No Need to Send Cash!
Set up an eWallet for your student! https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/bookfairs/parent-how-it-
works.html
Book Fair Hours
Monday, March 12, 2018 Tuesday, March 13, 2018
Wednesday, March 14, 2018 Thursday, March 15, 2018
Friday, March 16, 2018
8:50 am to 4:00 pm
Aeronautics Club Learns About Aviation Careers While Visiting the TigerFlight Foundation
Mrs. Barlow & the Aeronautics Club
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Melissa Barlow
8th Grade Teacher Aldin Orman
8th Grade Kaitlyn Mayorga
7th Grade
Destini McCutchen 6th Grade
#meaningfulmarch
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1,2,3,4 We Declare a Penny War!
WE HAVE A WINNER!!
Memorial Service for our beloved Griffin teacher
Ms. Barbara Quarles
A Memorial Service has been set for our beloved Ms. Barbara Quarles.
It will take place on March 10th at 11 a.m. at the Mayes Ward-Dobbins Funeral Home on Church St in Marietta.
A Scholarship Fund has been established by our Griffin Foundation in memory of Ms. Quarles’ love of STEM. Click on the following link to submit a donation to the scholarship fund. The scholarship will go
to a female student who attended Griffin and has an interest in STEM. Thank you.
Griffin Middle School Foundation
-Barbara Quarles
9th, JV and Varsity 6th, 7th, & 8th Grade
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On Saturday, March 3rd the Griffin Middle School Science Olympiad team competed in the regional tournament at Georgia State University. Students had an opportunity to prepare to compete in 24 events overall, and put their science knowledge on display. Griffin finished 8th overall and while we did not earn a trip to the state tournament, we posted our best finishes ever. Students brought home 3rd or 4th place medals in 6 events, and first place in 1 event. In addi-tion, they also placed in the top ten in 5 other events, earning ribbons for their efforts. The coaches are already planning and strategizing for next year’s team!
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WAIVER OF LIABILITY
EVENT: Griffin Middle School, Basketball Benefit hosted by Interact Club, Elite Gentlemen’s Consortium
and Griffin PTSA
Date: March 19-March 23, and March 26 - March 28, 2018
Time: 5:00 pm
As a participant of Griffin Middle School Basketball Benefit; or participation of minor child, I agree to
hold harmless Cobb County School District, its Board of Education, its employees, agents or assignees,
Griffin PTSA or parent volunteers from any and all claims, demands, rights, causes of action, liabilities,
losses, damages, costs and expenses (including reasonable attorney fees), whether known or unknown,
that I, may have or may have allege against the District arising out of my participation; or participation
of my minor child in this event.
_______________________________ ________________________ ____________
Name of Participant Signature of Participant Date
_______________________________ ________________________ ____________
Name of Guardian (if participant is under 18) Signature of Guardian Date
Note: This form must be signed by participant if participant is 18 years of age or older
Questions? Contact:
PAY ONLINE https://www.paypal.com/donate/?token=6JdYB1ghkD6yZQ3KxU6Hm7USywq0ty1N
fN12k3WLctrLNLa1EetXmIKl_Xl9XTBt9bMfjW&country.x=US&locale.x=US
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For Education Week March 19 – 23!
This is also a fundraiser for OUR school. Below is
the breakdown of how funds will be distributed:
$ 249 and under = all funds stay with Cobb
Schools Foundation
$ 250 - $749 = 20% comes back to Local School
$ 750 and more = 50% comes back to the Local
School
Please place donations in a white student
envelope labeled “Gimme 5” and place the
envelope in one of the school black boxes
located in each grade -level hall.
Questions?
Contact [email protected]
Spring Break School-April 2018 Parent Survey
Dear Parents,
We are in the process of determining from you if there is a need and/or desire to provide a fun learning experience
for your children during Spring Break. We are in the process of devising a three day session to include Milestones
prep, fun outside activities with academic clubs like robotics, drones, and computer coding for those who want to
beat the heat!! Of course we will plan for lunch each day for all participants. Griffin loves serving our parents and
students in this way, so we need to know if you are interested!
Please complete the survey below and let us know your thoughts.
Click on this link: Spring Break Summer School Parent Survey
OSBORNE HIGH SCHOOL
PARENT NIGHT
Rising Griffin 8th Grade Students
Tuesday, March 27, 2018
6:30 PM
Osborne Auditorium
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Principal Gillihan met with 40+ 7th grade students for the first Principal’s Advisory Council
meeting. Students enjoyed a Zaxby’s lunch while having the opportunity to express their view-
points and ideas on how to maintain a positive academic environment for all students. Con-
gratulations to all student members who were nominated by their teachers to participate in the
council. We look forward to seeing the great achievements our students will make at Griffin!
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****DATE CHANGE TO MARCH 17TH. PLEASE UPDATE YOUR CALENDARS****
We apologize for the change. We want everyone to be able to attend the
memorial service for beloved Griffin teacher, Ms. Barbara Quarles, on March 10th.
****DATE CHANGE TO MARCH 17TH. PLEASE UPDATE YOUR CALENDARS****
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FOUNDATION & PTSA BREAKFAST
CLICK HERE TO VIEW THE PRESENTATION: http://www.cobbk12.org/griffin/2017-2018/G2G%202017-
18%20presentation-3.9.2018.pdf
Making a Difference...together.
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GRIFFIN MIDDLE SCHOOL INFORMATION STATION
Did you Know? You can access your student’s grades
& attendance through ParentVUE?
To get an activation code, contact:
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https://www.facebook.com/GMSWildcats/
https://www.instagram.com/gms_wildcats/
https://twitter.com/GMS_Wildcats
GRIFFIN MIDDLE SCHOOL
4010 KING SPRINGS ROAD, SMYRNA, GA 30082
WWW.COBBK12.ORG/GRIFFIN
BE HERE! BE READY! BE RESPECTFUL! BE GREAT! BE GRIFFIN!
YEARBOOK ORDER LINK:
http://bit.ly/2o9L98j
Renee Holden March 3
Jessica West March 5
Nao Gransberry March 8
Maria Galvez March 11
Jason Joiner March 12
Ramona Jones March 16
Dr. Candy English March 17
Rochelle Wilson March 19
Betty LaFevre March 20
Eduardo Quintana March 22
...to our Staff Members
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Thank You for Supporting Griffin
Partners in Education
Please support our Partners in Education If you would like your business to be a Griffin MS partner in education,
please contact [email protected].