We have another short week ahead of us. This week student will be practicing and recording their online Christmas Concert. Please see below for notes regarding our grade two class this week.
Parent-Teacher Conferences
Parent-Teacher Conferences are this Thursday evening from 5:00-7:00. I am happy to meet with you (or email/call if that’s more convenient for you) if you have any questions or concerns. Please see an email from the school with how to sign-up for a conference time online.
Operation Christmas Child Shoe Boxes
This week is Collection Week! The boxes were sent home two weeks ago, and Wednesday is the official day to bring in your filled shoe boxes (though we can continue to accept them until Thursday). What a wonderful way to bless a child in need and an opportunity to teach our children about kindness, generosity, and love for others at the same time!
Christmas Outreach Project
As we prepare to celebrate the Christmas season, GCS is so thankful to have an opportunity to bless others in our community. This year, we will once again give back to the residents living at Prince Edward Home by collaboratively purchasing gifts for them to open on Christmas morning.
The Prince Edward Home is home to 120 residents, and collaboratively we can bless each one of them this Christmas season. Each class is being asked to purchase specific items. The Grade 2 class has been asked to bring in stuffed animals, baby dolls, teddy bears (individuals living with dementia love these gifts more than you may know!)
In addition to these items, any GCS student can also purchase the following items: body wash kits, shampoo kits, scarves, decorative pillows, throws/blankets, jewelry, and/or vouchers/gift cards for Tim’s, McDonalds, or Pat & The Elephant. All residents can use toothpaste, toothbrushes, deodorant, and moisturizing lotions. Please note that we understand not every family may be able to participate. This outreach is not intended to put financial pressure on families who may already be stretched during the Christmas season.
Usborne Literacy Fair
It is time once again for our Annual Usborne Literacy Fair. This event has typically allowed our school library to receive hundreds of dollars worth of books for free. The fair will be running throughout this week into parent-teacher conferences. Please be looking for a further announcement that will provide more details for placing your order.
Assessments:
Thursday – Spelling Test # 9
Date to Remember:
Monday, November 15: Professional Development Day (NO SCHOOL)
Thursday, November 18: Parent-Teacher Conferences for Elementary students (5:00-7:00PM)
Friday, November 19: Parent-Teacher Conferences for High School students (9:30AM-12:00PM — NO SCHOOL)
Enjoy your week!
Mrs. Barton
