Congratulations to our ParaCrew!!! Mickie Shepherd, Gloria Mims, Tawnya Holland, and Teri Towle (not pictured) were the recipients of the G.O.O.S.E. (get out of school early) Award!!! They went above and beyond to make GHS a better place every day this past week, and we thank them for all that they do!!!

❤️ January Teachers of the Month – Grove Rotary ❤️
Congratulations to Mrs. Deason and Mrs. Laverty, our January Teachers of the Month at Grove Rotary! Selected by their peers, this recognition reflects the respect and appreciation they have earned as outstanding educators. They are excellent classroom teachers who consistently go above and beyond with engaging, meaningful lessons.
🔬 Mrs. Deason inspires a love of science through hands-on learning and authentic scientific research, guiding students to success at the local, regional, and state science fairs year after year.
🌟 Mrs. Laverty, Student Council sponsor, develops student leaders through community outreach, service learning, and experiences that promote a positive school culture.
Together, they help make Grove Middle School a better place every day. We are proud of you! ❤️👏
Congratulations to Mrs. Deason and Mrs. Laverty, our January Teachers of the Month at Grove Rotary! Selected by their peers, this recognition reflects the respect and appreciation they have earned as outstanding educators. They are excellent classroom teachers who consistently go above and beyond with engaging, meaningful lessons.
🔬 Mrs. Deason inspires a love of science through hands-on learning and authentic scientific research, guiding students to success at the local, regional, and state science fairs year after year.
🌟 Mrs. Laverty, Student Council sponsor, develops student leaders through community outreach, service learning, and experiences that promote a positive school culture.
Together, they help make Grove Middle School a better place every day. We are proud of you! ❤️👏

Mrs. Davenport had a great National Counselor's Week! We are so thankful for the guidance and care she shows our students, staff and families!

Second Chance Pet Rescue cats and dogs were excited to be read to by Ms. Gain's first grade.The kids had their books ready and enjoyed every minute. Pretty sure the furry friend did, too.









Look at these incredible Lower students! They worked hard to save 45 Ridgy Tickets to enjoy a Popcorn Bar and movie with Ms. Smith. Great behavior pays off!

❤️ GEFEE Shining Star Nominee! ❤️
We are so proud to celebrate Mrs. Deason, GMS science teacher, who was named a GEFEE Shining Star Nominee and surprised by GEFEE Board Member Carmel Swartz at the NEO Regional Science Fair! 🧪❤️
Surrounded by her middle school science students, this recognition couldn’t be more fitting. Mrs. Deason’s passion for science, dedication to her students, and commitment to excellence shine every single day.
Congratulations, Mrs. Deason! ❤️🔬👏
We are so proud to celebrate Mrs. Deason, GMS science teacher, who was named a GEFEE Shining Star Nominee and surprised by GEFEE Board Member Carmel Swartz at the NEO Regional Science Fair! 🧪❤️
Surrounded by her middle school science students, this recognition couldn’t be more fitting. Mrs. Deason’s passion for science, dedication to her students, and commitment to excellence shine every single day.
Congratulations, Mrs. Deason! ❤️🔬👏

GLE recognizes another Remarkable Ridgy. Congratulations Ms. Gain! Her patience, kindness, and understanding have helped so many students overcome real challenges. Ms. Gain makes sure everyone is seen and heard. We are blessed to have her.❤️

Congratulation to GLE's Shining Star nominee, Mrs. Tanya Tackett! Thank you Mrs. York and Mrs. Perryman for doing the honors as GEFFE Ambassadors.

The ECC would like to say thank you so much to our incredible counselor, Dell Baker. Sometimes our students have big emotions. Ms. Baker does a wonderful job providing a safe space for them to regulate and bounce back. We couldn't do without her! We would also want to recognize Mrs. Sandra Thomas. She is our building BHC (behavior health coach). Thank you Mrs. Sandra for supporting our students and always being available!

Huge shout out to our One Million Words Read Club at Grove Upper Elementary! We are so proud of Catherine Pewitt, Eli Pick, David Brown, Peyton Ferguson, and Elizabeth Pewitt. Thank you APEX Title for sponsoring their gift cards!









Important Health Reminder: When to Keep Your Child Home from School
To help keep all students and staff healthy, please keep your child home from school if they have a diagnosed communicable illness or show any of the following symptoms:
To help keep all students and staff healthy, please keep your child home from school if they have a diagnosed communicable illness or show any of the following symptoms:

The following students competed at Regional FCCLA competition at Owasso on February 5, 2026. Jenni Hiatt-Say Yes To FCS, Triniteey Wazir-Creed Speaking, and Peighton Baker -Children's Literature.
Jenni and Triniteey placed first and will be advancing to State Competition in March.
Jenni and Triniteey placed first and will be advancing to State Competition in March.



Have you heard the amazing news? Three students from the Lower have read over ONE MILLION words this year, and the year isn't even over!

Let's READ! The Lower's top readers for January were cheered on today at the Ridgy Assembly. We read at GLE!

Congratulations to GHS's Shining Star Nominee!!! Well done, Mrs. Tharp!!! Thank you to Kristi Wallace and Brenda Sheffield for doing the honors as GEFFE Ambassadors!!

Handwriting matters! Lower students recently had a contest to see who had the very best handwriting in each grade level. Out of 500 kids, these three have the "write" stuff!

Fairness was the word today! Students at the Lower were recognized for exemplifying fairness each and every day. So proud of our Ridgys!



GHS sends a "Happy Counselor Week" to our amazing counselors: Mrs. Clark and Mrs. Lyons!!

Grove HS Student 2 Student (S2S) Club hosted BINGO today during lunch. The goal of S2S Club is to build community among students. S2S looks forward to planning many more events for students to connect, have fun, and meet new friends. We want to send a huge shout-out to GEFFE for your generous support in helping get this club up and running!










❤️ Happy School Counselor Week! ❤️
We are so grateful for Mrs. Goldner, Grove Middle School’s counselor, site testing coordinator, G/T coordinator, and Grove Public School's district testing coordinator. Mrs. Goldner truly goes above and beyond for our students and staff every single day.
From delivering meaningful guidance lessons and supporting student scheduling to playing a key role in our MTSS process, she is essential to fostering a positive, supportive school culture. Outside all of that, she consistently goes above and beyond, always with kindness, patience, and a genuine heart for kids
Thank you, Mrs. Goldner, for all you do to support our Ridgerunners! ❤️👏
We are so grateful for Mrs. Goldner, Grove Middle School’s counselor, site testing coordinator, G/T coordinator, and Grove Public School's district testing coordinator. Mrs. Goldner truly goes above and beyond for our students and staff every single day.
From delivering meaningful guidance lessons and supporting student scheduling to playing a key role in our MTSS process, she is essential to fostering a positive, supportive school culture. Outside all of that, she consistently goes above and beyond, always with kindness, patience, and a genuine heart for kids
Thank you, Mrs. Goldner, for all you do to support our Ridgerunners! ❤️👏
