News & Notes

eLearning Monday, February 2 and Tuesday February 3

Greenville County Schools is on eLearning Monday, February 2, and Tuesday, February 3. Schools and office buildings will be closed, and all activities, including athletic events and field trips, are canceled. This decision was made based on current snow and ice, forecasted freezing temperatures, which may result in continued unsafe road conditions, and the significant amount of work needed to clear campus entries and driveways once it’s safe for crews to do so. A decision about Wednesday will be made Tuesday afternoon. 

Because we are an approved eLearning district, the day will not have to be made up, so long as instruction is provided to students. Students will complete eLearning assignments later if they are unable to participate due to power outages, lack of internet service, or other barriers. Schools will be in contact with specifics on the eLearning process. Once operations resume, school personnel will begin rescheduling events as appropriate. 

Please check local media, the district website, and the district’s social media for the latest information on school closings or delays. 

GCS eLearning Information and Resources |  GCS Power Wash Directions  | Chromebook Login & Authentication  |  Authentication Problems Additional Tips

Literacy Night and Book Fair Update

Thank you all for planning to attend our Literacy Night on Monday, February 2, 2026! If we have inclement weather or poor road conditions on Monday and there is no school, we will cancel the literacy night. We will not be rescheduling for a different night. Also, our book fair opening has been postponed until next week weather permitting. We will be extending the book fair closing date to noon on Friday, February 13, 2026. We appreciate your support for literacy and our school!  

Book Fair Update

Due the impacts of the ice storm, the opening of the book fair has been postponed until next week.  Also, we have extended our ending date to noon on Friday, February 13, 2026.  Only students with completed permission slips will be able to visit the book fair.  

Winter Resources & Community Support

GCS is working closely with United Way and key community partners to identify needs and coordinate resources throughout the colder-than-normal weather. This includes collaboration with local food organizations, emergency management, shelters, and emergency assistance partners. For the most up-to-date information on available resources and ways to help, please visit the United Way Winter Resources & Community Support website.  |  United Way Winter Resources

eLearning Expectations and Helpful Hints

he state Education Oversight Committee approved Greenville County Schools as an eLearning district in the fall of 2020. This designation allows the district to conduct eLearning on inclement weather days. The eLearning days are not counted against the district and therefore do not require the use of make-up days. Below are the procedures and expectations for students on eLearning days.

Inclement Weather:
For the purpose of inclement weather days, eLearning is defined as live instruction throughout the day. This live instruction may be with a whole group, small group, and/or individual sessions. Students are expected to log on to their live instruction through their Google Classroom  during inclement weather days. If students are unable to join the live meets due to power loss, sickness, etc., work must be made up within five days of returning to school. |  Inclement Weather Instructions for Parents
 

eLearning expectations:

Be sure to follow the Greenville County website & Facebook pages for any updates to school delays or an eLearning day.
Students are required to participate in eLearning & complete assignments, just as if it was a normal school day
eLearning procedures:

Students will power on their Chromebook and authenticate their device.
Students will log into their Google Classroom at 7:45am using their homeroom Google classroom link.
Teachers will give guidance as to instruction & additional times during the day they will be required to log in & join Google Meets.
Please contact your child’s teacher if your child is having difficulty logging into Google Meets; or if you have loss of power.

eLearning Trouble Shooting:

Authenticating Chromebooks | How to Join Google Meet | Updating Chromebooks | Video Not Playing | Website Not Working | Microphone or Camera Not Working | Not Connecting to Wifi  

Most importantly, we hope our students & families remain safe. 

THE ROAD TO POSSIBILITIES-AN OPPORTUNITY FAIR - Feb. 5, 2026

GCS, in partnership with the Barbara Stone Foundation, is hosting a transition services resource fair on February 5 from 5:00 p.m.- 8:00 p.m. for students with disabilities, ages 3-21, families, and all special education staff.  This event is FREE at University Center Greenville (UCG). Exhibitors will provide information on community resources to assist students and families while in school and planning for post-secondary education, training, employment, independent living, financial literacy, legal planning, assistive technology, transportation, etc. Food will be provided, at no charge, by Table 301 and Carolina Drive In. Door prizes and entertainment will also be provided throughout the evening. Special education teachers can earn PD hours towards licensure.  |  Event Flyer

Reading Round-Up- February 2, 2026

Families are invited to join us for a fun and meaningful evening celebrating reading! We will begin the evening with a free meal, followed by a skit performed by the BRMS Drama Team. After the skit, families will rotate through engaging reading activities designed to support and inspire literacy growth. The Book Fair will be open to all from 3:00 – 5:00 PM!

If you would like to reserve a meal, please return the completed RSVP form to the school by Tuesday, January 20. Only one RSVP for dinner per family is required. Meal reservations are limited to 150 guests and will be honored on a first come, first served basis. The meal includes a large sandwich, chips, pasta salad, cookie and a drink.  Families who do not receive a meal reservation are welcome to join us after dinner for reading activities.

Reading All Stars- Jan. 12- Feb. 13

Hit a homerun with reading! The Greenville Drive's Reading All‑Stars runs Jan 12–Feb 12! Read 5 reading level‑appropriate books, log them, and return your reading log for a voucher to redeem for a FREE ticket to a Greenville Drive game on April 14 or 15. Which book will you start with?

Tigerville Times- January Edition

The Tigerville Times is our schoolwide monthly newsletter.  Check out what is happening in our school this month.  Read the January edition of the Tigerville Times.  |  Tigerville Times- January Edition

Parent Academy

Throughout the year, the Special Education Department will be holding training sessions for parents of students with disabilities. Topics, dates, times can be found on the links below.  The February and March sessions have been changed to virtual meetings. |  Parent Registration | Spanish Flyer