Monthly Menu Reminder!🍽️
Check out what’s cooking for breakfast and lunch at GCHS! We’ll send this link each month, but you can always find the latest menu on our school’s website or the GCS app.
https://www.garrard.k12.ky.us/o/gchs/dining
Check out what’s cooking for breakfast and lunch at GCHS! We’ll send this link each month, but you can always find the latest menu on our school’s website or the GCS app.
https://www.garrard.k12.ky.us/o/gchs/dining
Welcome to GCHS Mrs. Nikki Barker!👏🦁
We're excited to welcome our new Paraeducator to the GCHS team!
After 13 rewarding years as a full-time homemaker raising her three children, Mrs. Barker brings a wealth of dedication, teamwork, and compassion—qualities she now brings to the classroom as well. Married for 14 years, she stays busy outside of school cheering on her kids at sporting events and helping on her family farm, where they raise cattle and goats.
We’re thrilled to have her join our MSD team!
We're excited to welcome our new Paraeducator to the GCHS team!
After 13 rewarding years as a full-time homemaker raising her three children, Mrs. Barker brings a wealth of dedication, teamwork, and compassion—qualities she now brings to the classroom as well. Married for 14 years, she stays busy outside of school cheering on her kids at sporting events and helping on her family farm, where they raise cattle and goats.
We’re thrilled to have her join our MSD team!
Welcome to GCHS Ms. Darcye Howard!👏🦁
We’re excited to introduce our new archery coach! With a competitive archery background spanning 7th through 12th grade in Madison County and 5 years of collegiate archery at the University of Pikeville on scholarship, she brings a wealth of experience to our program.
She is thrilled to help the next generation of student-athletes grow, improve, and succeed both in the classroom and on the range.
We’re excited to introduce our new archery coach! With a competitive archery background spanning 7th through 12th grade in Madison County and 5 years of collegiate archery at the University of Pikeville on scholarship, she brings a wealth of experience to our program.
She is thrilled to help the next generation of student-athletes grow, improve, and succeed both in the classroom and on the range.
Reserve your spot on the turf for Friday nights!🦁🏈
Gameday Tents on the Turf are available for one-game rentals at $250. Each rental includes a tent set up on the end zone turf by GCHS staff and 15 game tickets—perfect for families, friend groups, reunions or local businesses!
Only 5 tents are available per game, and it's first come, first serve, so don’t wait!
To reserve or inquire, contact:
jimmie.mcculley@garrard.kyschools.us
michael.anderson@garrard.kyschools.us
Gameday Tents on the Turf are available for one-game rentals at $250. Each rental includes a tent set up on the end zone turf by GCHS staff and 15 game tickets—perfect for families, friend groups, reunions or local businesses!
Only 5 tents are available per game, and it's first come, first serve, so don’t wait!
To reserve or inquire, contact:
jimmie.mcculley@garrard.kyschools.us
michael.anderson@garrard.kyschools.us
Welcome to GCHS, Señora Lawrence!🦁👏
Meet Hannah Lawrence, our new Spanish teacher at Garrard County High School! A proud Garrard County native, Señora Lawrence earned her BA in Spanish Teaching and MAED in Special Education from EKU. After spending the last six years in Louisville and Shelbyville, she and her husband are excited to be back home!
In her free time, she enjoys reading, crocheting, traveling, cheering on the Philadelphia Eagles, and spending time with loved ones.
She’s thrilled to give back to her hometown and continue growing as an educator-GCHS is lucky to have her!
Meet Hannah Lawrence, our new Spanish teacher at Garrard County High School! A proud Garrard County native, Señora Lawrence earned her BA in Spanish Teaching and MAED in Special Education from EKU. After spending the last six years in Louisville and Shelbyville, she and her husband are excited to be back home!
In her free time, she enjoys reading, crocheting, traveling, cheering on the Philadelphia Eagles, and spending time with loved ones.
She’s thrilled to give back to her hometown and continue growing as an educator-GCHS is lucky to have her!
MEET THE LADY LIONS 🦁🏐
Join us this Friday, August 8th at 6PM in the Garrard Middle School Gymnasium for Meet the Lions Night! Come out and meet your 2025 Garrard County High School Lady Lions Volleyball Team and help us kick off an exciting season! (FREE admission)
Join us this Friday, August 8th at 6PM in the Garrard Middle School Gymnasium for Meet the Lions Night! Come out and meet your 2025 Garrard County High School Lady Lions Volleyball Team and help us kick off an exciting season! (FREE admission)
Garrard County High School is hiring! We're looking for a dedicated MSD (Moderate to Severe Disabilities) Teacher to join our Special Education team. Click the link to apply! https://garrard.tedk12.com/hire/ViewJob.aspx?JobID=2614
Congratulations to Julia, Adam, Kylee, William, and Tanvi for achieving Perfect Attendance at Garrard County High School for the 2024–2025 school year! 👏 👏
The GCHS Dance Team is excited to present their Kids Dance Summer Camp! On June 9th, little ones ages 3–5 can join the "Princess for a Day" session featuring ballet and jazz, where they’re encouraged to wear their prettiest tutus and ballet shoes (optional). On June 10th, kids ages 6–10 can attend "You Got the Moves," a hip-hop inspired session where dancing tennis shoes are a must! Both camps run from 10 AM to 12 PM in the GCHS Cafeteria and include fun activities like learning a dance routine, arts and crafts, treat bags, and a parent showcase at the end of the day. Cost is just $20 per dancer. Click the link below to register today! https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSco-PUxc9MktjPp7vAcM6iUTsHSQNSLUSauGYrvK6cQoRmwCg/viewform
Congratulations to GCHS Junior, Madison Durham, on her acceptance to the Kentucky Governor’s School for the Arts in Vocal Music! We are very proud of her hard work and talent!👏
Congratulations to GCHS Junior, Madison Durham, on her acceptance to the Kentucky Governor’s School for the Arts in Vocal Music! We’re proud of her hard work and talent!👏🎶
Help us give a warm welcome to Mr. Brandon McMullen, the newest member of the GCHS staff! Mr. McMullen comes to us with four years of experience teaching math at Lincoln County High School. He holds a bachelor’s degree in accounting and a master’s in secondary math education. When he’s not in the classroom, he enjoys cheering on the Eagles and Wildcats, working on puzzles with his wife Katherine, and spending time with their son, Clay. He’s excited to join the GCHS family!🦁
Eighty-five seniors came together today to celebrate the final stretch of high school with an unforgettable trip to Kings Island! With laughter, thrill rides, and priceless memories, the Class of 2025 made the most of one of their last adventures together. Graduation is just weeks away, and this crew is soaking up every moment!
#SeniorTrip #ClassOf2025 #85Strong #AlmostGraduates #KingsIslandMemories
Join us for Spring Workshops and Tea at the GEC on Saturday, May 3rd!
Create unique art, enjoy spring snacks and tea, and support our Odyssey of the Mind teams heading to World Finals. Choose one workshop or attend them all — moss art, painting, and fairy house building.
GEC – 324 West Maple Avenue, Lancaster
First workshop: $35 | Each additional: $15
All supplies included!
Click the link below or email tisha.weaver@garrard.kyschools.us to register. Walk-ins welcome if space allows!
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf8MVMMVivoHf8wxZF_57qqikj9jCYvcRmGgUiepw10IOXZjA/viewform?pli=1
GCHS proudly announces the 2025 Seal of Arts Excellence Award recipients. These four outstanding seniors are just one step away from earning their graduation designation — their Capstone Performances. We invite you to support our visual and performing arts students by attending their final events:
Drama Capstone – Wizard of Oz featuring Ava Swope as Dorothy
Location: Lancaster Grand Theater
Dates: May 3 at 2 PM & 7 PM | May 4 at 3 PM & 7 PM
Admission: $12, card only
Visual Art Capstone – AP Senior Exhibit featuring Kayma Galloway and Jillian Long
Displays located in the Lancaster Grand Theater lobby during Wizard of Oz shows, GCHS Library Media Center during school hours, and GMS lobby during the Spring Band Concert
Band Capstone – GCHS Spring Concert featuring Ace Alexander
Location: GMS Auditorium
Date: May 19 at 7 PM
Support the Band's Dessert Auction Fundraiser taking place during the concert
Come out and celebrate the achievements of these talented students in the arts!👏🎶🎨🎭
Congratulations to the 2025 Garrard County High School Prom Court! 👑✨
Congratulations to Abigail Fathergill and Abigail Travis on being selected for the 2025 Governor’s Scholars Program!
Congratulations to Olivia Wilson and Olivia Denny on being selected for the 2025 Rogers Scholar Program! 👏
The GCHS TATU (Teens Against Tobacco Use) Club presented a puppet show to our youngest learners to help teach them about the dangers of tobacco products. 👏
We’re excited to announce that the 25/26 Dance Season Clinic and Tryouts will be held next week! Clinics will take place on April 28th and 29th from 3:30 to 5:30 PM in the Garrard County High School cafeteria, with tryouts scheduled for April 30th during the same time and location. The clinic and tryouts are open to all current 6th through 11th graders. All participants must have an up-to-date sports physical in order to attend. To register, please complete the form at https://forms.gle/zZzFkc6ZFrS2BcsEA or scan the QR code on the flyer. If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to Aaliyah Harvey at aaliyah.harvey@garrard.kyschools.us.
