I want to make you aware that one of our routes will be running later than normal for the remainder of this week and possibly into next week. Today, students on this route were not picked up until close to 5:00 p.m., and we anticipate similar delays until the transportation department is able to adjust staffing and routes. Please note that this does not impact all students that ride Bus 245. This bus currently has three loads of students.

We realize this is not the impression we would like to give on the very first day of school, and I sincerely apologize for the inconvenience. While this situation is outside of our schoolโ€™s control, please know that we are more than happy to work with you to find temporary solutions that meet your familyโ€™s needs until the transportation department can get this resolved.

Please donโ€™t hesitate to reach out to our office if you have questions or if we can help in any way. Your childrenโ€™s safety and comfort are always our top priorities. If you have specific questions about your child's pick up time, drop time or bus number, please contact the bus garage directly at 859-824-3332.

Michelle A. Lawrence, Ed. S
Principal, Dry Ridge Elementary
2 months ago, Michelle Lawrence
๐Ÿ“ฃ Coming Soon: A Better Way to Stay Connected!

Starting This Week, youโ€™ll receive messages, updates, and announcements from your childโ€™s school right inside the Grant County Schools - KY app.
โœ… One place for all school communication
๐Ÿ“ฑ Text notifications even if you havenโ€™t downloaded the app
๐Ÿ’ฌ Easy access to message teachers, coaches, counselors & more

Rooms is tied to Infinite Campus, once students are active in Infinite Campus, you will be able to login with your cell phone number! Additional Support can be found at https://sites.google.com/grant.kyschools.us/gcsappsupport/home

#StudentCenteredExcellence
2 months ago, Danielle Haley
GCS app, blue and white
Important News for Families

Some new laws in Kentucky will change things in schools across the state, including here in Grant County.

These changes include:

๐Ÿ•Š๏ธ A moment of silence at the start of each school day
๐Ÿ“ฑ Rules about how school staff and volunteers can communicate electronically with students
๐Ÿšซ A new law against something called โ€œsexual extortionโ€ to help keep students safe
๐Ÿ“ต A ban on cell phone use in classrooms during learning time

Grant County Schools will send more information to families soon through Infinite Campus. Please watch for updates.

Thank you for working with us to keep our schools safe and focused on learning.

#StudentCenteredExcellence #KYLegislation #FamilyUpdate
2 months ago, Danielle Haley
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Weโ€™re thrilled to welcome our newest employees to the team! Your passion, dedication, and talents are exactly what make our schools such a special place for students to learn and grow.

โœจ We know itโ€™s going to be a wonderful year, and we canโ€™t wait to see the incredible impact youโ€™ll have across our district. Letโ€™s make this school year one to remember โ€” together!

#WelcomeToGCS #StudentCenteredExcellence
2 months ago, Danielle Haley
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Weโ€™re thrilled to welcome our newest employees to the team! Your passion, dedication, and talents are exactly what make our schools such a special place for students to learn and grow.

โœจ We know itโ€™s going to be a wonderful year, and we canโ€™t wait to see the incredible impact youโ€™ll have across our district. Letโ€™s make this school year one to remember โ€” together!

#WelcomeToGCS #StudentCenteredExcellence
2 months ago, Danielle Haley
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Weโ€™re thrilled to welcome our newest employees to the team! Your passion, dedication, and talents are exactly what make our schools such a special place for students to learn and grow.

โœจ We know itโ€™s going to be a wonderful year, and we canโ€™t wait to see the incredible impact youโ€™ll have across our district. Letโ€™s make this school year one to remember โ€” together!

#WelcomeToGCS #StudentCenteredExcellence
2 months ago, Danielle Haley
Woman, Orange Shirt, yellow background
Weโ€™re thrilled to welcome our newest employees to the team! Your passion, dedication, and talents are exactly what make our schools such a special place for students to learn and grow.

โœจ We know itโ€™s going to be a wonderful year, and we canโ€™t wait to see the incredible impact youโ€™ll have across our district. Letโ€™s make this school year one to remember โ€” together!

#WelcomeToGCS #StudentCenteredExcellence
2 months ago, Danielle Haley
Woman, Black Shirt, Yellow Background
Weโ€™re thrilled to welcome our newest employees to the team! Your passion, dedication, and talents are exactly what make our schools such a special place for students to learn and grow.

โœจ We know itโ€™s going to be a wonderful year, and we canโ€™t wait to see the incredible impact youโ€™ll have across our district. Letโ€™s make this school year one to remember โ€” together!

#WelcomeToGCS #StudentCenteredExcellence
2 months ago, Danielle Haley
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Say hello to the Grant County Schools app. and classroom announcements in the Grant County Schools app. Now, it's easier than ever to stay up-to-date with the district, schools, and your children's classes. Parents and guardians will soon receive instructions via email to create their login to access Messages within the district app.

https://youtu.be/ga0wxfoOmYU

Download for Android https://aptg.co/ScrvgR
Download for iPhone https://aptg.co/zdpDr6

#StudentCenteredExcellence

3 months ago, Danielle Haley
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Grant County Schools would love your feedback on student programs, safety, and technology! Follow the link to participate in a short survey!
https://forms.gle/VPwuzv7eKtiKHF7K6

#StudentCenteredExcellence
3 months ago, Danielle Haley
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โ€ผ๏ธDRE Families โ€ผ๏ธ Be sure to check your mailbox this week! ๐Ÿ“ช Teachers are sending out a VERY important message tomorrow! ๐Ÿ“ฉ Please remember that it may take a few days to arrive and not everyone will receive theirs on the same day. Tag us in any pics that you take with DRE students and their mail! โค๏ธ๐Ÿ–ค
3 months ago, Michelle Lawrence
mailbox
Grant County Schools Family Resource Center Coordinators along with our Grant County Community are hosting the ninth annual, Braves Bash, a free school supply event at Grant County High School on August, 2, 2025.

Please remember, students must be present to receive supplies! More information will be sent out as we get closer to the event!

#StudentCenteredExcellence
3 months ago, Danielle Haley
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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

#StudentCenteredExcellence
3 months ago, Danielle Haley
Online Registration is now OPEN!
3 months ago, Michelle Lawrence
OLR
Second Annual Town Hall July 10, 2025 Grant County High School Auditorium - 6pm
4 months ago, Danielle Haley
town hall
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
4 months ago, Danielle Haley
Students prepare for the next lesson
Mrs. Colson askes a question
Learning Binary codes
Choosing a pipe cleaner for Binary Bracelets
Students make a fun binary code bracelet
๐ŸŽ‰๐ŸŽ‰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 Bachelorโ€™s and Masterโ€™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
4 months ago, Danielle Haley
Mr. Floyd
If youโ€™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
4 months ago, Danielle Haley
Mr. Barnes and Mr. Rogers
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 studentsโ€™ lives โ€” we appreciate all that you do, every single day! ๐Ÿ’›๐ŸšŒ
6 months ago, Danielle Haley
Bus with hearts
๐Ÿ“Žโœจ Happy Administrative Professionals Day! โœจ๐Ÿ“Ž Today we celebrate the heart of our schoolโ€”our amazing administrative professionals! ๐Ÿ’™ 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! ๐Ÿ™Œ๐ŸŽ
6 months ago, Danielle Haley
Desk Supplies