Grant County Schools

Grant County Schools Announces New Director of Pupil Personnel and Assistant Superintendent

Grant County Schools is proud to announce that Mr. Dustin Plunkett has been named our new Director of Pupil Personnel (DPP) and Assistant Superintendent. Mr. Plunkett has been a dedicated member of the Grant County Schools team since 2011, serving the past fourteen years at Grant County Middle School.

Mr. Plunkett brings a wealth of experience, a passion for education, and a deep commitment to the students and families of our district. Reflecting on his new role, he shares:

“I’m incredibly excited to step into the role of Director of Pupil Personnel and Assistant Superintendent for Grant County Schools. Having spent my entire career within this district, I bring with me a strong love for our schools, a deep understanding of our students' and families' needs, and a commitment to doing the real, meaningful work that makes a difference. My time at GCMS taught me the power of relationships, consistency, and always remembering why we do what we do.”

In this new position, Mr. Plunkett is most looking forward to broadening his impact across the district. From improving attendance to strengthening student support systems, he is passionate about creating opportunities that help all students thrive.

“I’m here to listen, to learn, to support, and to help move our district forward—with grit, heart, and a shared belief that every student matters and can achieve at high levels.”

We are thrilled to welcome Mr. Plunkett into this leadership role and look forward to the positive impact he will continue to make across Grant County Schools.

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Grant County Schools Transportation Department is hosting an Open House next week, July 17, 2025 from 5-7 pm.

This event is open to anyone interested or curious about becoming a school bus driver or monitor for Grant County Schools!

We hope to see you there! https://youtu.be/gFC_b0ie-jU

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Where are Grant County Alumni Today?

2013 Graduate, Ian Lozier

After graduation, Ian moved to Seattle, Washington, where he was a manager for Sherwin Williams. Recently, Ian returned to Kentucky with his wife and now resides in the Somerset area. - submitted by a friend.

Nominate someone today! https://bit.ly/Wherearetheytoday

If you nominate someone, we showcase in the order we receive so no one is left out! Please include a picture and submit only once. Unless you have updates to make. Currently, we are 26 weeks out, since we only showcase one alum each week! Thank you for your interest and cooperation in showcasing our amazing alumni!

If you are looking for something fun to do this weekend with your 0-5-year-old children, join the Council for a Brighter Future at the Grant County Park for Move and Play! This fun, interactive opportunity connects families with children from birth to five years old through play!

Where are Grant County Alumni Today? 2017 Graduate, William Brown William is a full-time firefighter EMT for the Dry Ridge Fire Department. He is also a Part-time lieutenant EMT for the Williamstown Fire Department. He is a Scuba diver for Grant County Emergency Management. He is married and enjoys spending time with his wife and little girl. - Nominated by a friend. Nominate someone today! https://bit.ly/Wherearetheytoday If you nominate someone, we showcase in the order we receive so no one is left out! Please include a picture and submit only once. Unless you have updates to make. Currently, we are 26 weeks out, since we only showcase one alum each week! Thank you for your interest and cooperation in showcasing our amazing alumni!

Happy Throwback Thursday! "Varsity Basketball Left to right, (Bottom Row): (5) Allen Shafer, (21) Craig Hammonds, (23) Eldon Maddox, (14) Mark Coleman, (12) Aaron Melton, (22) Derrick Huff, (11) Austin Ryan. (Middle Row): Manager Brent "Tank" Cummins, Asst Coach Don Martin, (25) Eric Meade, (13) Matthew Hibbard, (00) Brian Meade, (30) Travis Jones, Coach Ron Kinman, (Back Row): (4) Stanley Riley, (33) Bret Browning, (3) Jeffery Colson, (15) Jason Colmes, (34) Bo Browning, (32) Dugan Schluter, (24) Tyler Jones." - 2000 Grantonian Yearbook #TBT #StudentCenteredExcellence

Happy Throwback Thursday! "National Honor Society - 12th Grade (listed Alphabetically) Harlan Barker, Chris Beaty, Lacey Blankenship, Shelby Bricker, Ashley Brumley, Brittany Brumley, Brittany Butler, Christain Cain, Brittany Call, Jacob Case, Miranda Cleveland, Amber Cope, Nichole Davis, Cody Durr, Eleanor Ebner, Ryan Eldridge, Brandon Epperson, Roxanne Fannin, Nicholas Foster, Kristina Gray, Kaitlyn Gregg, Monica Hamilton, Leah Harris, Elizabeth Hays, McKenzie Hunter, Brittany Kiskaden, Neal Koebcke, Timothy Moffett, Eric Morris, Cody Murphy, Chassidy Newton, Melissa Noel, Kara Pennington, Pegan Pennington, Daniel Phillipi, Amanda Phillips, Dawn Plunkett, Darcy Poor, Jennifer Ratcliff, Paige Riley, Crystal Schneider, Tyler Sheffield, Kaitlan Slaughter, Brittany Staton, Megan Thoms, Ashley Tiemann, Victoria Tonan, Robert Turner, Stephanie Webster, Morgan Williams, Zachary Woods, Emily Wright, Chelsea Young." - 2010 Grantonian Yearbook #TBT #StudentCenteredExcellence

Where are Grant County Alumni Today? 2022 Graduate, Cason Jones Cason Jones, a 2022 graduate of Grant County High School, attended Bluegrass Community and Technical College (BCTC), where he received his Associate's Degree in Applied Science this past May. He is gaining valuable experience, employed at Thermal Equipment Sales in his HVAC career. During high school, Cason completed pathways in Ag and Electric, all while co-oping at Complete Forklift Repair in Corinth. His hard work and dedication are clearly paying off as he continues to grow in his career! We look forward to seeing all the great things Cason will accomplish in the future!- Nominated by a parent. Nominate someone today! https://bit.ly/Wherearetheytoday If you nominate someone, we showcase in the order we receive so no one is left out! Please include a picture and submit only once. Unless you have updates to make. Currently, we are 26 weeks out, since we only showcase one alum each week! Thank you for your interest and cooperation in showcasing our amazing alumni!

Second Annual Town Hall July 10, 2025 Grant County High School Auditorium - 6pm

Happy Throwback Thursday! "Mr. Gary Afterkirk lightly *#&$SLAMS&*&$% a yummy pie in senior Marisa Courtney's face. Written by: D. Carter" - 2001 Grantonian Yearbook #TBT #StudentCenteredExcellence

Where are Grant County Alumni Today? 2011 Graduate, Zachary Bingham Since graduating in 2011, Zach has married his wife of 8 years, Jessica Bingham, and has 3 children: Aubree, his stepdaughter, Grady, and Sydney. He is the successful owner of Bingham Field Service and spends his free time with his family and working on his old trucks! - nominated by a family member. Nominate someone today! https://bit.ly/Wherearetheytoday If you nominate someone, we showcase in the order we receive, so no one is left out! Please include a picture and submit only once. Unless you have updates to make. Currently, we are 26 weeks out, since we only showcase one alum each week! Thank you for your interest and cooperation in showcasing our amazing alumni!

Dry Ridge Elementary held an Elementary Engineers day camp this week for DRE 4th and 5th grade students! Students completed fun, hands-on engineering challenges while expanding their excitement for STEM! Thanks, Missy Colson and NKU, for hosting the event! #StudentCenteredExcellence

🎉🎉We are excited to announce that Mr. Jordon Floyd will be joining Crittenden-Mt. Zion Elementary School as the new principal! Mr. Floyd brings with him 16 years of experience in education. He served for 13 years as a special education teacher and assistant principal in the Erlanger-Elsmere School District and has spent the past three years at Sherman Elementary. He holds both his Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees, along with a Principal Certification, from Northern Kentucky University. Mr. Floyd is known for his collaborative spirit, calm leadership, and his ability to create strong relationships with students. He is passionate about supporting positive behavior solutions and helping both students and staff reach their full potential. His goal for the upcoming school year is to ensure CMZ remains a place where students thrive and teachers, staff, and parents feel supported and empowered. Please join us in giving a warm welcome to Principal Floyd! We are excited for what the future holds under his leadership. #StudentCenteredExcellence

If you’re a graduate from any of the 71 GCHS graduating classes, you may be familiar with the class composites. Today, local photographer, Jeff Rogers, and Distinguished Alumni, David Barnes are working on a fun, and exciting project! More on that, soon! What class did you graduate from? #StudentCenteredExcellence

Happy Bus Driver Appreciation Day!! Today we celebrate our amazing bus drivers, monitors, and the entire transportation team. Your dedication to safely getting our students to and from school is at the heart of what keeps our district running smoothly. Thank you for being such an essential part of our students’ lives — we appreciate all that you do, every single day! 💛🚌

📎✨ Happy Administrative Professionals Day! ✨📎 Today we celebrate the heart of our school—our amazing administrative professionals! 💙 From managing the front office with a smile to keeping everything running smoothly behind the scenes, your dedication makes a world of difference every single day. Thank you for being the first friendly face families see, the calm in the storm, and the ones who keep us organized, supported, and connected. We appreciate you more than words can say! 🙌🍎

Grant County High School Health Occupation Student Organization (HOSA) held a Teddy Bear clinic at Mason-Corinth Elementary on Wednesday. Students were encouraged to ask questions and learn about bedside care with our future health professionals! #StudentCenteredExcellence