Greystone News

Our final total for LAL was $29,061.25! Thanks to everyone who helped participate, donate, and volunteer to make our annual fundraiser a huge success!

1st place: 5th Grade - Silent Disco
2nd place: preschool/pre-k/kindergarten - Glow Party
3rd place: 3rd grade - Extra Recess
4th place: 1st grade - Movie Party
5th place: 4th grade - BINGO
6th place: 2nd grade - Ice Cream Party
Stay tuned for details for our grade level parties and the date for our Break a Rule Day!

Thank you for helping make Greystone Elementary the "GREATEST SCHOOL ON EARTH"!!!

Next week is a great week to support our child nutrition program. National School Lunch Week allows us to highlight our program.

Students who eat lunch each day will earn a point for their House! Also, some students may find a hidden sticker on their tray which will earn them a special prize.

If your student has never tried eating lunch at school, what a great week to try it out!

Click here for the lunch menu.

This unique event is all about giving back — without even leaving your home. Instead of attending a traditional fundraiser, we’re inviting families to enjoy a priceless evening together and donate what they would have spent on event tickets, babysitters, and extras to the Hoover City Schools Foundation. Here's how it works:

• Date & Time: Any day between October 21-November 1, 2024 – in the comfort of your own home.
• Event Overview: Skip the hassle of getting dressed up and hiring a babysitter. Instead, spend quality time with your family at home, whether it’s playing games, watching a movie, or simply enjoying each other's company. In exchange, make a donation to the Foundation that reflects what you would have spent on a night out.
• The Impact: Every donation supports our teacher grant program, which funds innovative classroom projects and enrichment activities that go beyond the standard curriculum. By contributing, you’re investing in the future of our students and schools. We are setting our goal at $15,000!

What Your Gifts Can Do:

• $50 can send one fifth grade student to The Hovercraft Project
  
• $100 can sponsor two students for GEMS (Girls Engaged in Math and Science)
  
• $250 can be used for STEM experiments
  
• $500 funds 25% of a classroom grant

We know that family time is precious and hard to come by, so Game On! is your chance to combine a night of togetherness with meaningful support for our schools.

Our second Teacher and Staff Lunch was amazing!! Thanks so much to those who sent items and helped set up, serve, and clean up.

We can't wait until the next one. A sign up will be coming soon.

If you have not picked up your dish from one of the first two lunches, please do that next week. They are in the lobby.

The Be a Champion & Read contest is back! Forms went home this week. If you would like to participate, students will read 6 books on their level. Parents complete the form and return by October 16. Parents can read the books to their kids - that's okay! If you lost your form, click this link for a new one . When you return the form, your child will receive an Alabama or Auburn bookmark and be entered into the state-wide contest for 2 tickets to the Iron Bowl! If you need the form in a different language, click here AEA Be A Champion and Read Contest! (myaea.org) and then go to the bottom of the page. Email Mrs. Richey at jrichey@hoover.k12.al.us if you have questions.

Below you will find links to the grade specific eLearning assignments.

PreK

K - 2nd

3rd - 5th

Upward Basketball & Cheerleading is back at Asbury UMC! In this faith-based program, kids learn the sport plus knowledge that applies to life: how to give your best effort, how to treat others with respect, and how to work together. Basketball is open to K5-sixth grade boys and girls; cheerleading is designed for K5-third grade girls. Practices begin the week of Nov. 11; games are held on Saturday mornings beginning Dec. 7. Learn more & register: https://asburybham.org/basketball.

Tuesday - Friday - 10/15-18 - National School Lunch Week

Monday, 10/14 - Columbus Day - No School for students and teachers

Tuesday, 10/15 - eLearning Assignment paper is due

Wednesday, 10/16 - PTA meeting - 10:00am

Thursday, 10/17 - AL Literacy Act Parent Session for 3rd Grade - 8:00am

Friday, 10/18 - 1st Nine Weeks Report Cards available in the Powerschool Parent Portal

Monday - Friday - 10/21 - 10/25 - Bus Driver Appreciation Week and National Bus Safety Week

Monday, 10/21 - Leave a Legacy Prize Day

Tuesday, 10/22 - Make Up Picture Day!

Thursday, 10/24 - 5th Grade to Berry's Play

Thursday, 10/31 - Vocabulary Parade Day and House Family Day!

Learn - Lead - Leave a Legacy

As a school community, we empower learners, inspire leaders, and encourage all children to reach their potential.

Empowering a generation of learners and leaders to leave a legacy.

Greystone Elementary is committed to ensuring all information is accessible to individuals with disabilities. If you have a disability or face any barriers accessing website content, please contact (205) 439-3200.

Email: sstocks@hoover.k12.al.us
Website: https://www.hoovercityschools.net/greystone
Location: 300 Village Street, Birmingham, AL, USA
Phone: 205-439-3200
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GreystoneElementarySchool/
Twitter: @greystoneelem

EQUAL EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES

(Board policy, 6.6) No student will be unlawfully excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination in any program or activity offered or sponsored by the Board on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, disability, creed, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, immigrant or migrant status, non-English speaking ability, or homeless status. All career and technical education opportunities are offered to all students regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, or disability. The district also provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups.

Mrs. Claire Jones-Moore, IDEA Coordinator

Mrs. Terri Coleman, 504 Coordinator

Mrs. Natasha Flowers, Title I Coordinator

Mrs. Natasha Flowers, Title II Coordinator

Mrs. Natasha Flowers, Title III Coordinator

Dr. Terry Lamar, Title IX Coordinator

Hoover City Schools 2810 Metropolitan Way Hoover, AL 35243 (205) 439-1000

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

(Board policy, 5.14.1) The Board is an equal opportunity employer. Personnel actions and decisions will be made without regard to factors or considerations prohibited by federal or state law (as such laws may from time to time be amended), including but not limited to race, gender, gender identity, age, disability, national origin, citizenship, religious preference, pregnancy, genetic information, political affiliation, military service, sexual orientation, or other non-merit based factors. Subject to the limitations set forth in 4.6.2, the general complaint (grievance) policy (4.6.1) may be used to present any complaint alleging unlawful discrimination or harassment. Inquiries regarding compliance and complaint procedures can be directed to:

Mrs. Kristi Williams, Equal Opportunity Employment Coordinator

Hoover City Schools 2810 Metropolitan Way Hoover, AL 35243 (205) 439-1000