"The future of our great city is directly tied to the success of our schools. I will continue to engage with parents and community partners and empower our teachers to foster student potential—from early literacy to post secondary opportunities. I pledge to be a responsible steward of our resources and advocate at all levels of government on behalf of our district."
Recent Budget Highlights
2% COLA For Teachers and Staff
Salary Step Increase Catch Up For GMSD Employees
Advanced Degree Pay Scale Increase
Staff Holiday Bonuses
Additional Assistant Principal at HHS
Additional College and Career Counselor at HHS
Increased Funding for Performing Arts Stipends, Materials, Transportation
School Level Technology Coaches
Continued To Fully Fund Annual OPEB Retiree Commitment
No Increase In Employee Insurance Premiums Since Inception of the District
Social Media Stipends For All Schools
Recent Policy Highlights
Addition of Student Board Member
10-Point Grading Scale
Updated Dress Code and Student Discipline
Additional Personal Day for Teachers
Recent Facility Improvements
Houston Middle School Expansion Including Final District Secured Entrance
Houston High Softball Complex
Dogwood ADA Updates and Secured Entrance
Dogwood, Farmington, Riverdale, Houston Middle and High Bathroom Renovations,
Ceiling Tile and Grid Replacements and Lighting Upgrades
VOTE
Angela Griffith
GMSD SCHOOL BOARD, POSITION 4
Early Voting: October 19 – November 3
Election Day: Tuesday, November 8, 2022