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U.S. Department of Education Announces 2024 National Blue Ribbon Schools

U.S. Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona today recognized 356 schools as the 2024 cohort of National Blue Ribbon Schools. This prestigious recognition highlights schools that excel in academic performance or make significant strides in closing achievement gaps among different student groups.

“The National Blue Ribbon Schools Award is a testament to the exceptional achievements of students and educators at each of these schools,” said U.S. Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona. “The 2024 National Blue Ribbon Schools are raising the bar for our nation’s students, serving as models for effective teaching and intentional collaboration in their schools and communities. As we celebrate their achievements, let us look to these schools for inspiration as we champion education as the foundation of a brighter future for every child.”

The 2024 National Blue Ribbon Schools reflect the full diversity of American education and serve students from all backgrounds. While awardees represent a wide array of schools, they share common traits. National Blue Ribbon Schools are led by leaders who articulate a clear vision of instructional excellence and uphold high standards. They showcase effective teaching methods and offer robust professional development for their staff. Data-driven instruction is a hallmark, and there is a concerted effort to ensure every student succeeds. Collaboration among families, communities, and educators is a key component of their success.

A National Blue Ribbon School award flag displayed in a school’s entryway or on a flagpole is a widely recognized emblem of exceptional teaching and learning. These schools serve as models of effective and innovative practices for educators across the nation.

The Department recognizes all schools based on student performance data including assessment results, student subgroup performance and graduation rates. Schools are recognized in both or either of two performance categories:

• Exemplary High Performing Schools: These schools are among the top performers in their state as measured by state assessments or nationally normed tests.
• Exemplary Achievement Gap Closing Schools: These schools excel in narrowing achievement gaps between different student groups and the overall student body.

Each nominated school submits a comprehensive application detailing its school culture, curriculum, assessments, instructional practices, professional development, leadership, family, and community involvement.

The Scholastic Book Fair will be held at Trip ES September 23rd through October 4th. Cash will not be accepted. Students can make purchases using eWallet, checks (made payable to Trip ES), or credit/debit cards. Set up an eWallet for your child today!

eWallet: https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/bf/tripelementaryschool

Volunteer Sign Up: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0D48ADAF2FA5FECF8-50940949-book#/

Enjoy a picnic lunch with your student!

WHEN: Wednesday, October 9, 2024

WHERE: Front lawn at Trip Elementary

WHO: All students and their families

COST: Parents/Guardians and family members may purchase meals in advance on myPaymentsplus for $5.00. (These meals cannot be charged to your student’s lunch account.)

Students who attend Trip will pay via their individual lunch account and the cost will vary according to their individual settings.

A meal consists of a hotdog, chips, treat, and a bottle of water. We encourage you to bring a towel/chair to sit on and shade covering if you’d like.

Pop-Ice treats will be sold in person, two (2) for $1.00 (cash only). These cannot be charged to your student's lunch account or paid for in advance.

Are you interested in volunteering at Trip ES. If so, please sign up using the link below. You will also need to complete the attached form. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdp3lYSgeJ9FhDVtGZyFrf-oPLMSrXCsHmlO0IFdxQ-vyuDXA/viewform?usp=sharing

Do you love movies, popcorn, and sitting under the stars with friends and family?!? Then we encourage you to join us at Trip's Movie Night Friday, October 4th hosted by our PTA. The gate opens at 6:15pm and the movie begins at 7pm. The cost is $5 for PTA members and $8 for non-PTA families. Scan the QR code to buy tickets in advance. You will need to login in once you scan the code. Bring your own blankets and chairs to get cozy and cash to buy popcorn, snacks, and drinks. We hope to see you there!

Sign up here: https://jointotem.com/ga/grayson/trip-es-pta/store#/Product

PARENTVUE/PARENTSQUARE

We have three different platforms that help you partner with us to support your student. ParentVue gives you access to your student's grades, attendance, course history, and more. ParentSquare is a communication platform designed to keep parents and guardians informed. Finally, My Payments Plus (MPP) is the resource used for student meal accounts, registering and paying for student activities, making donations to the school, and more.

All of these tools have web and app versions. Due to the transition from Parent Portal to ParentVue, some parents are having difficulties logging in. Please click here for a help guide to log into ParentVue. Still have questions? Email for help.

TRIP WEBSITE & FACEBOOK

Stay informed by visiting Trip's Website and Trip's Facebook Page.

Parents, please keep us informed of any changes to your contact information such as email, phone number, and address. It is very important that we are able to contact parents or guardians in case of an emergency. Updates can be made on the parent portal. Thanks so much!

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