The Gurdon School District is seeking applicants for Bus Driver positions, for future full-time positions and substitute positions. Even if you can only do mornings OR afternoons, please apply. We can use you! Current class B CDL holders with passenger and school bus endorsements accepting a full-time bus driving position will receive a sign-on bonus of $400 after a probationary period. We also offer driver training to become part of our team. Complete the non-licensed personnel application above and return to Alesa Sims at #1 Go-Devil Drive, Gurdon, AR, 71743 via drop-off, mail, email simsa@go-devils.net, or fax to 870-353-4455.
Call the bus garage at 870-353-2223, central office at 870-353-4454, or email Dustin Self at selfd@go-devils.net for more information.
The Gurdon School District is seeking applicants for Paraprofessional/Nurse's Aide. Nursing credentials are not required, but willingness to perform general first aid / health services and medication distribution is necessary. Training will be provided. Must have either an Associate's degree or pass the Paraprofessional exam. Must be able to pass a background check. To apply for the position, Complete the non-licensed personnel application on our district website and return to Alesa Sims at #1 Go-Devil Drive, Gurdon, AR, 71743 via drop-off, mail, email simsa@go-devils.net, or fax to 870-353-4455.
Ronnie Baker Go-Devil Kickoff Dinner will be Thursday July 29th at 6:30 pm in the high school cafeteria. Tickets can be purchased at Southern Bancorp for $15 each or a reserved table of six for $100. This year's speaker will be former Arkansas Razorback Johnny Gibson.
The GHS Cheerleaders are accepting orders for the football program this year. Let us know if you would like to purchase an ad!
Ronnie Baker Go-Devil Kickoff Dinner will be Thursday July 29th at 6:30 pm in the high school cafeteria. We will post details regarding tickets in the coming days.
GPSD Offices and 21C Program will be closed Monday, July 5th, in observance of Independence Day. We will resume normal operations on Tuesday, July 6th. Have a safe holiday weekend! #BeGreat
One more week to submit bids!
https://www.go-devils.net/article/467342
Congratulations to Charla Renfro, Gurdon Primary School and Gurdon Public School District Teacher of the Year! Ms. Renfro has served the Gurdon School District since 2003 in various roles at all school levels. Her current position is Library Media Specialist at GPS. We appreciate her service to the students of the Gurdon School District!
Congratulations to Erica Hart, Cabe Middle School Teacher of the Year! Ms. Hart has served the Gurdon School District since 2015 as Middle School Social Studies Teacher. We appreciate her service to the students of the Gurdon School District!
Congratulations to Tara Williams, Gurdon High School Teacher of the Year! Ms. Williams has served the Gurdon School District in different capacities since 1991, most recently as GHS Family Consumer Science Teacher. Ms. Williams is retiring from the profession this year. We appreciate her service to the students of the Gurdon School District!
Join our Team! Gurdon Public Schools is a district-wide Professional Learning Community where all staff work together for the benefit of our students within a systemic network of support for all.
We would like to thank Dr. Bray and the Bray Family Medicine staff for giving their time to serve 109 Gurdon student athletes last week. Students in attendance received a free physical and are ready to take on the next year of sports! A gift card drawing was held for students in attendance. Winners were Aiden Hughes and Jace Bradley (not pictured).
All student prescriptions and over the counter medications will need to be picked up by Wednesday this week. Have a GREAT summer!
Enjoy the GHS Class of 2021 Senior Video
https://youtu.be/cLpn2uuTLI8
Due to rain forecasted all day and into the evening, Graduation at 7:00 p.m. will be moved to Cabe Auditorium. Since it will be indoors and we are unable to ensure social distancing, masks will be required to keep all of our guests safe. Thank you for your flexibility and cooperation as we prepare to celebrate our graduates this evening. #BeGreat
**TOMORROW**
FREE sports physicals are available to all GPSD student athletes on May 19th in the GHS gym. Students must have a completed and signed physical form when arriving for their scheduled sport appointment time. See schedule below.
*Please do not consume energy drinks or large amounts of caffeine prior to physical.
9am- Girls Basketball
9:15am- Cheer
9:30am- Softball
9:45am- Girls track and cross country
10am- Golf, soccer, tennis
10:15am- Baseball
10:30am- Boys track and cross country
10:45am- Boys basketball
11am- Football
This will be the ONLY opportunity for free sports physicals offered by the school in partnership with Bray Family Medicine.
Thank you Lady Go-Devils for volunteering today at the food bank. #BEGREAT
SUMMER FOOD BOX
We will be offering a summer food box to GPSD students and families. The pickup will be at the GHS Wellness Center (located in the high school) on Monday May 24, 2021 from 10am - 2pm. You will need to call 870-353-5123 Ext. 122 when you arrive in the front parking lot and a staff member will bring the box to your vehicle.
If you are in need of food before this date, please contact the Wellness Center at 870-353-5123 Ext. 122 for assistance.
Please complete this form to sign up:
https://forms.gle/wPakLV66XSGyy6Ro7
Although we try to eliminate educational barriers for students, we cannot always address every need. Therefore, we share information from various agencies, community partners, etc. where those needs might be met. Here is a potentially big way to help our students and their families.
Are you struggling to pay rent or utilities because of the pandemic?
You may be eligible for up to 15 months of rent and utilities dating back to April 1, 2020.
For more information, go to http://ar.gov/rentrelief or 855.RENTARK
