Please take a moment to share a note of encouragement for our 3rd–5th grade students as they prepare for state testing. These messages will be shared during testing, May 5–11. Here is a link for the messages: https://forms.gle/eNqLC84ASf1A83Rh7
Thank you for helping create a school community that supports and uplifts our students. You truly make a difference!
We are excited to host our 3rd–5th Grade Student Showcase tomorrow, April 23! We hope you can join us for this hands-on learning experience.
The evening will begin with a short PTT meeting at 5:30 PM, and pizza will be provided.
Families will also have the opportunity to vote in the SBDM parent election throughout the school day and during the Student Showcase.
Additionally, our next Parent Advisory Meeting will be held on May 7 at 5:30 PM, with both in-person and virtual options available. More details will be shared as the date approaches.
We look forward to seeing you there!
🚨 LAST CALL for Sources of Strength Saturday 🚨
THIS Saturday, April 25th from 9 -11:30 AM
2nd-5th grade students invited to attend
@ Grant County High School gymnasium (715 Warsaw Rd, Dry Ridge, KY 41035)
It's FREE! It's FUN! It is student-led games and activities! Space still available - sign up TODAY!
Sign up link
🚨LAST CALL to RSVP! 🚨
Student Showcase for 3rd, 4th, and 5th Grade
THIS Thursday, April 23rd at 5:30 PM
(enter cafeteria doors)
FREE Family Night! Brief PTT meeting. Pizza (please RSVP). Family activities!
🍕 LAST DAY to RSVP for Pizza 🍕
This past Friday (4/17), the Madcap Puppets performed Fantastic Fairy Tales for our 1st - 5th Sherman Students! 🎭
4/17 Kindergarten field trip to the Cincinnati Children's Museum 🚌
STRIDE Students of the Week ❤️🐎💙 These students do a great job of meeting expectations & they are great examples to their classmates! Keep up the great work!
Families of Students in Grades 3–5:
It is the time of year when we begin to prepare for state testing. All students in grades 3, 4 and 5 will participate in Kentucky Summative Assessment. Testing will take place May 5-8 and May 11. We know that there is so much more to your child than a test score. We do, however, want to give each student the opportunity to do his/her best during this testing season. We want you to be informed about some important testing information. Your student’s teacher will share the specific schedule for each grade level. There are a few things we want you to be aware of that will apply to all students in grades 3-5 during testing:
Your child’s attendance during this week is imperative. If a student misses a testing session due to an absence, he or she must still complete that portion of the test. With that in mind, please consider the following:
Make every effort to ensure your child is at school each day during testing May 5-8 and May 11.
We have only a few days to makeup any testing missed due to student absences. This may impact participation in other events.
Testing Schedule
May 5: Grades 3-5-Quality of School Climate and Safety Survey
May 6: Grades 3-5-Reading
May 7: Grades 3-5- Math
May 8: 4th Grade-Science; 5th Grade-Social Studies
May 11: 5th Grade-Editing & Mechanics and On Demand Writing
Your child’s attendance is critical during this time. Missed tests must be made up, and makeup opportunities are limited. Please avoid scheduling appointments during this week.
Electronics Policy During Testing:
All devices (phones, tablets, smartwatches, etc.) will be turned off and securely stored.
Grades 4–5: Devices stored in lockers.
Grade 3: Devices collected in labeled classroom baskets, secured by staff.
Help Your Child Succeed:
Ensure daily attendance and punctuality.
Encourage early bedtimes and healthy breakfasts (doors open at 7:30 a.m.).
Motivate your child to do their best. Here is a link for you to send a message of encouragement for your child to read during the testing window. https://forms.gle/6VoN5MFgeU3HtZ398
For questions, contact your child’s teacher or call the office at 859-428-5500.
Thank you,
Shannon Brickler
Principal
📌Don't forget to RSVP for the Showcase! 📌
Student Showcase for 3rd, 4th, and 5th Grade
Thursday, April 23rd at 5:30 PM
(enter cafeteria doors)
FREE Family Night! Brief PTT meeting. Pizza (please RSVP). Family activities!
🍕RSVP for Pizza 🍕
Important Update for Families:
At tonight’s special called board meeting (April 16, 2026), the Grant County Board of Education approved changes to the 2025–2026 school calendar.
The last day of school for students will now be Tuesday, May 26, 2026.
Graduation for Grant County High School seniors will be held on Friday, May 29, 2026.
Updated calendars will be posted on the Grant County Schools website tomorrow, April 17.
Thank you for your patience and flexibility during this winter season. We appreciate your support and are glad to finish the school year before June!
🚨Transportation Changes for today (4/16) 🚨
🚌 Bus 201 - first load will be picked up by bus 192 around 3:30 PM.
🚌 Bus 201 - second load will be picked up by bus 121 around 3:45 PM.
🚌 Bus 121 will be picked up around 4:15 PM.
4/15 Our last Afterschool Art for the school year was a little hectic and a lot of fun! Our artist of the month was American artist Jackson Pollock an important figure in Abstract Expressionism. His abstract art matched well with students' bike spin artwork! Our second project was in honor of Earth Day next week (4/22) - students created their own Earth with accessories! We tried creating art outside, but the wind was not on our side! 🌎🎨🖌
⭐Student Showcase for 3rd, 4th, and 5th Grade🏫
Thursday, April 23rd at 5:30 PM
(enter cafeteria doors)
FREE Family Night! Brief PTT meeting. Pizza (please RSVP). Family activities!
🍕RSVP for Pizza 🍕
Food Pantry Distribution today (4/14) from 4-5 PM at Grant County High School (715 Warsaw Rd, Dry Ridge, KY).
Please call (859) 824-9739 ext. 4233 to schedule an appointment by 3 PM - you must have an appointment to attend. You must have a student in 1 of the 6 Grant County Schools.
Back from Spring Break & Sherman is busy, busy, busy! Just a friendly reminder:
👟Running Club is back - Tuesdays including TODAY (4/14) & Thursdays. Pick up is 4:30 PM!
🏫ESS (after school tutoring) is going on. Pick up is 4:30 PM!
🎭Play Practice is Tuesdays including TODAY (4/14). Pick up is 5:30 PM!
STRIDE Students of the Week ❤️🐎💙 These students do a great job of meeting expectations & they are great examples to their classmates! Keep up the great work!
