Gator Gazette

Happy December! As we wrap up the calendar year, I want to take a moment to express my gratitude for the amazing students, staff, and families that make our Grandview community so special. This season is a time for reflection, celebration, and togetherness, and it’s inspiring to see the kindness and joy that fill our halls each day.

December is a short and busy month at Grandview! Here are a few highlights:

• Community Service Project: Our annual Stuff the Truck is underway and donated items will be delivered by our Excite Choir on Friday, December 6th. Thank you to everyone who has donated and supported this initiative.
• Music Program: Join us on Monday, December 9th for a showcase of our talented students. Our music program has been working hard to prepare a delightful performance! Preschool/ECE: 6:00pm; and Kdg-2nd: 7:00pm at the Performing Arts Center (PAC).

As winter break approaches, I encourage everyone to prioritize rest and quality time with loved ones. This is a perfect opportunity for students to recharge and enjoy some well-deserved downtime before we embark on an exciting new year.

Thank you for your continued partnership in making Grandview Elementary a wonderful place for our students to learn and grow. Wishing you a joyful holiday season and a happy New Year!

Midge Simmons

Principal

This event is open for ALL children and will be held at Blackmore Elementary. We hope to see Grandview students there!

As we approach the end of the second quarter and prepare for winter break, our classrooms are buzzing with final learning opportunities and reflections on all we’ve accomplished. Students are wrapping up key units in their core subjects, solidifying skills and knowledge that set the foundation for success in the months ahead.

Additionally, the second round of FastBridge testing is underway. This assessment provides valuable insights into each student’s academic progress, helping us tailor instruction to meet their unique needs.

Thank you for your continued support in helping our students shine. Let’s finish this quarter strong!

Back Row: Bonnie Reese, Case Rickard, Noah McVay, Kinley Morgan, Ellis McVay, Taylor Burt, and Dylaney Smith

Front Row: Bruce Watts, Bentley Reynolds, Kylan Voyles, Sophie Burt, Annabelle Todd, and Greenleigh Joiner-Martin

Each month, we recognize one Grandview Staff member and anyone associated with the school may nominate a staff member. Please help us congratulate Holly Garner, Preschool Aide, as our December Staff of the Month.

If you would like to nominate a staff member for December, please click on the following link: January Staff Member of the Month Nomination Form Nominations are due, Thursday, December 19th.

12/2: PTO Meeting (5:30pm); Site Council (6:30pm)

12/3: Splash (Schainost)

12/4: College & Career Wear Wednesday; 5th Grade Student Leadership Team to Homestead

12/5: Excite to perform at Stuff the Truck; Harlow's Graduation Assembly; Excite to perform at Art Museum (6:30pm)

12/7: Breakfast with Santa (9-11am at Blackmore Elementary)

12/9: K-2 Music Rehearsal in AM; PreK/ECE Music Program (6pm); K-2 Music Program (7pm)

12/10: SLT Mtg

12/11: Splash (Schainost)

12/12: KSU Extension Lesson (Schainost)

12/13: EWOW 5th Grade @ YMCA; EHS National Honor Society Visit during lunch; Gator Families

12/16: 5th Grade Christmas Play for School; 5th Grade Gingerbread Houses

12/17: SIT Meeting; 5th Grade Christmas Play for Parents (2:00pm); Excite to perform at EHS BB Game

12/18: College & Career Wear Wednesday; Kdg Gingerbread Review (8:15am-Parents; 9:00am for School); Excite to Lakepoint; 2nd Grade Gingerbread Houses

12/19: End of 2nd Quarter; All School Movie (9am)

12/20: No School (Professional Development/Workday)

12/23-1/2/25: No School (Winter Break)

1/3/25: No School (Workday)

1/6/25: No School (Professional Development)

1/7/25: First day for students to return

Not only does Grandview Elementary use Class Dojo, but we post on our website, Facebook, and Twitter. Be sure to check out these links to keep up-to-date on all our news, happenings, and events.

Below, you will find links to our monthly Breakfast and Lunch Menus.

2702 N Country Club Rd

El Dorado, KS 67042

Phone: 316-322-4830