Griffin Experience

Parents' Community

At Spartanburg Day School, community extends beyond the classroom.

Throughout the year, the Parents' Community offers a variety of family events, parent gatherings, volunteer opportunities, and beloved school traditions that help families build lasting connections while supporting the life of the school.

Parents' Community Events

Family Socials

Family events throughout the year provide opportunities for Griffin families to connect, celebrate, and create lasting memories together. From GriffinFest and Family Game Night to Outdoor Movie Night and the year-end Fr8yard Social, these traditions bring our community together in fun and meaningful ways. Be sure to follow the Parents' Community on social media for the latest event details and updates.
Parent Socials

Parents' Community events aren't just for students and families. Throughout the year, parents have opportunities to connect through gatherings designed to foster friendships and strengthen our school community. We begin each school year with our All-Parent Social, a fun tradition that welcomes new and returning parents alike. We also have a Parents’ Community Book Club that meets monthly. All are welcome!
Color Run

The SDS Color Run is one of the most joyful and colorful days of the school year. Families of all ages gather on campus to run, walk, laugh, and get covered in colorful powder while creating memories together. As one of the Parents' Community's signature fundraising events, the Color Run also helps support the students, faculty, and programs that make Spartanburg Day School so special.
Teacher Appreciation

Our faculty are at the heart of the Spartanburg Day School experience, inspiring, encouraging, and investing in our students every day. The Parents' Community is proud to support and celebrate our teachers throughout the year through monthly appreciation initiatives, stocked beverage stations in each division, holiday gifts, and a dedicated Teacher Appreciation Week. It's one small way we can thank the educators who give so much to our children and our school.
Celebration & Auction

The Parents' Community Auction is our signature fundraising event and one of the highlights of the school year. Held each spring, the evening brings parents, faculty, alumni, and friends together to celebrate the Griffin community while supporting Spartanburg Day School. Guests enjoy an exciting lineup of silent and live auction packages, delicious food, live music, and an unforgettable evening in support of our students, faculty, and programs.
Bake Sales

One of the sweetest traditions of the year, the annual Bake Sale takes place the Friday before Thanksgiving. Parents, faculty, and friends of SDS contribute homemade and favorite baked goods, creating the perfect opportunity to stock up on holiday treats while supporting the school. It's a delicious way to celebrate the season and connect with the Griffin community.
GriffinFest

GriffinFest is one of Spartanburg Day School's most beloved traditions. Each fall, the Parents' Community partners with the junior class and Interact Club to host an afternoon of family fun on the football field and Dorrance Plaza. From inflatables and carnival games to face painting, a rock wall, and more, it's a celebration that brings the entire Griffin community together.

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Parent involvement has always been important at Spartanburg Day School. When the school was established in 1957, the "Mother's Club" made sandwiches and soup for students daily.