School Hours
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Front Office: 850-617-5353
Fax Number: 850-617-5354
Office Hours: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
School Hours: 9:30 AM - 3:50 PM
Campus Supervision Hours: 8:45 AM - 4:15 PM
21st Century Afterschool: 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Griffin Administration
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Zelena O'Banner, Principal
Patrick Wright, Asst. Principal - Administration
Brian Dobie, Asst. Principal - Discipline
Tiffany Ward, Asst. Principal - Curriculum
Welcome
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The Griffin Middle School website exists as an information resource for parents, students, teachers, staff, business partners, and community members affiliated with our school. It is the first place to check for the latest information about academic affairs, PTO events, Griffin news, and student accomplishments. Thanks for stopping by!
Announcements
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Important Dates
- Orientation - Friday, August 9th (10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.)
- First day for students - Monday, August 12th
FAST Test Scores
Results from the state's FAST test can be viewed by parents through your Parent Portal account. Click the Family Portal button towards the top right of each student, Florida Statewide Assessments. This will not work through the FOCUS App. You will need to use an internet browser and log in to your Parent Portal. Any questions about testing information, please contact our school's testing coordinator, Mrs. Jefferson, at jeffersont@leonschools.net
District Safety
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See Something…Hear Something…Say Something!
For the latest information on enhanced safety procedures and the LCS Safe Schools Initiative, visit Safety & Security / Overview (leonschools.net).
Three ways to report anonymously:
⇒ By Phone:
850-922-KIDS
850-922-5437
⇒ By Email
Email: 922kids@leonschools.net
⇒ Submit a tip immediately here - https://getfortifyfl.com/Tip.html
or
You can Download the Fortify FL Tips app directly to your phone for easy access on demand.
FortifyFL is a suspicious activity reporting tool that allows you to instantly relay information to appropriate law enforcement agencies and school officials.For an Immediate, Life-Threatening Emergency, Please Dial 911.
Please Note: Florida Statute 943.082 states that following an investigation, if it is determined that a person knowingly submitted a false tip through FortifyFl, the individual may be subject to criminal charges under FL statute 837.05.
App Abuse Warning - https://www.leonschools.net/FortifyFL_AppAbuseWarning #ItsNoJoke
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Nondiscrimination Notice
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“No person shall on the basis of sex, gender identity, marital status, sexual orientation, race, religion, ethnicity, national origin, age, color, pregnancy, disability, military status or genetic information be denied employment, receipt of services, access to or participation in school activities or programs if qualified to receive such services, or otherwise be discriminated against or placed in a hostile environment in any educational program or activity including those receiving federal financial assistance, except as provided by law.” No person shall deny equal access or a fair opportunity to meet to, or discriminate against, any group officially affiliated with the Boy Scouts of America, or any other youth group listed in Title 36 of the United States Code as a patriotic society.
An employee, student, parent, or applicant alleging discrimination with respect to employment, or any educational program or activity may contact:
Tonja Fitzgerald, Divisional Director
Equity Compliance Officer (Students)
Leon County School District
2757 West Pensacola Street
Tallahassee, Florida 32304
(850) 487-7309
fitzgeraldt@leonschools.netWallace Knight, Director
Equity Compliance Officer (Employees)
Title IX Compliance Officer
Leon County School District
2757 West Pensacola Street
Tallahassee, Florida 32304
(850) 487-7210
knightwa@leonschools.netA student or parent alleging discrimination as it relates to Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act may contact:
Jennifer Benton, 504 Specialist
504 Specialist
(850) 487-7317
bentonj@leonschools.net
Student Enrollment
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Looking to get your student enrolled?
Contact your zoned schools Enrollment LiaisonThank you for choosing Leon County Schools. Student Admissions is our centralized information location to help parents/guardians enroll your child into your local zoned school. Our Students Admissions website will allow you to find all the necessary information and requirements to get your student properly enrolled quickly!
Have some questions you would like to ask the local school staff. See the schools Admissions Liaison contact info below.
Enrollment Questions?
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TBA
Admissions Liason
850-617-5353
@leonschools.net
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Important Files
ANTI-BULLYING RESOURCES
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LCS Policy 5517.01 - BULLYING AND HARASSMENT
Griffin Middle School is dedicated to educating EVERY student on campus about the signs, dangers and consequences of bullying.
Please contact Brian Dobie, Assistant Principal of Discipline, if you have any questions or concerns.
Phone: (850) 617-5353
Email: dobieb@leonschools.net
Upcoming Events
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Wednesday
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Thursday
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM Let's Get Moving! Title I Family Fitness Night
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6:00 PM - 7:30 PM Exceptional Student Education District Advisory Council Meeting
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November 21, 2024
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Title I Advisory Council Meeting
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F.I.T Program
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If you lost your housing due to economic hardship, natural disaster, or other similar reason, and are living temporarily with friends or relatives, or in shelter, motel, vehicle, or campground; or on the street; in an abandoned building, then you are eligible to receive services provided under the McKinney-Vento Act. The Families in Transition Program offered through Leon County Schools can help you connect with services to help you through this difficult time.
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