School Spirit & Traditions
At Garrison Forest, school spirit goes beyond face paint and fun—although we have plenty of that, with a friendly Light Blue/Dark Blue Spirit Team competition each year!
Generations of Joy
Our spirit is steeped in traditions that have uplifted and connected generations of GFS students. To us, spirit means being your authentic self; be silly, serious, funny, fun, driven, bold, thoughtful, kind, unique. Share the perspectives that make you YOU and celebrate the accomplishments of your friends and peers. That’s the GFS spirit.
The perhaps indefinable, yet palpable, Garrison Forest Spirit is as much a part of our school's history as any event, faculty member or building. Nowhere is that spirit more evident than in the resilience and authenticity of our alumnae and students. All School Sorting Day, Spirit Days, tailgates, Commencement and Senior Celebrations are just a few of the traditions that embody our spirit.
Our Traditions
![Light Blue and Dark Blue]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1753854744/garrison/itclurheaydrfgqrqovw/DSC_3747-21.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1753854744/garrison/itclurheaydrfgqrqovw/DSC_3747-21.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1753854744/garrison/itclurheaydrfgqrqovw/DSC_3747-21.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1753854744/garrison/itclurheaydrfgqrqovw/DSC_3747-21.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1753854744/garrison/itclurheaydrfgqrqovw/DSC_3747-21.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1753854744/garrison/itclurheaydrfgqrqovw/DSC_3747-21.jpg","width":2048}])
A beloved school-wide tradition that unites students and faculty on spirited teams competing for points all year long.
![Spirit Sorting]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1753854776/garrison/kiapbedrhoohcdbpo9vi/DSC_32392.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1753854776/garrison/kiapbedrhoohcdbpo9vi/DSC_32392.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1753854776/garrison/kiapbedrhoohcdbpo9vi/DSC_32392.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1753854776/garrison/kiapbedrhoohcdbpo9vi/DSC_32392.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1753854776/garrison/kiapbedrhoohcdbpo9vi/DSC_32392.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1753854776/garrison/kiapbedrhoohcdbpo9vi/DSC_32392.jpg","width":2048}])
Each fall, students and faculty are joyfully sorted into Light or Dark Blue teams for a year of friendly, spirited competition.
![Commencement]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1753854795/garrison/joiyyn5acrq5x8ieelqo/_DSC9850.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1753854795/garrison/joiyyn5acrq5x8ieelqo/_DSC9850.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1753854795/garrison/joiyyn5acrq5x8ieelqo/_DSC9850.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1753854795/garrison/joiyyn5acrq5x8ieelqo/_DSC9850.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1753854795/garrison/joiyyn5acrq5x8ieelqo/_DSC9850.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1753854795/garrison/joiyyn5acrq5x8ieelqo/_DSC9850.jpg","width":2048}])
Our culminating celebration of the Senior Class blends meaningful tradition with deep student-faculty connection.
![Ring]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1753854838/garrison/vbkpe1llhyh020h6iziu/_DSC56561.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1753854838/garrison/vbkpe1llhyh020h6iziu/_DSC56561.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1753854838/garrison/vbkpe1llhyh020h6iziu/_DSC56561.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1753854838/garrison/vbkpe1llhyh020h6iziu/_DSC56561.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1753854838/garrison/vbkpe1llhyh020h6iziu/_DSC56561.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1753854838/garrison/vbkpe1llhyh020h6iziu/_DSC56561.jpg","width":2048}])
A treasured symbol of GFS sisterhood, the school ring is passed from seniors to juniors in a ceremony filled with meaning and memory.
![Senior Celebrations]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1753854865/garrison/xnl5niantjvo1mf4ktsm/Preschool-111.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1753854865/garrison/xnl5niantjvo1mf4ktsm/Preschool-111.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1753854865/garrison/xnl5niantjvo1mf4ktsm/Preschool-111.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1753854865/garrison/xnl5niantjvo1mf4ktsm/Preschool-111.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1753854865/garrison/xnl5niantjvo1mf4ktsm/Preschool-111.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1753854865/garrison/xnl5niantjvo1mf4ktsm/Preschool-111.jpg","width":2200}])
From sunrise to sunset, we honor our Seniors with joyful traditions that mark their journey and legacy at GFS.
![Service]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1753853394/garrison/ue3qe4grhtmoerfybg0o/IMG_51261.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1753853394/garrison/ue3qe4grhtmoerfybg0o/IMG_51261.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1753853394/garrison/ue3qe4grhtmoerfybg0o/IMG_51261.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1753853394/garrison/ue3qe4grhtmoerfybg0o/IMG_51261.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1753853394/garrison/ue3qe4grhtmoerfybg0o/IMG_51261.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1753853394/garrison/ue3qe4grhtmoerfybg0o/IMG_51261.jpg","width":2200}])
Rooted in compassion, service at GFS spans all divisions and empowers students to lead meaningful change in their communities.