Happy Sunday, GIS Families,
September is coming to a close, and our first Character Trait celebration comes with that. Students and staff have focused on cooperation and the skills to cooperate successfully during the first month of school. Many examples of cooperation filled our school. Tomorrow at 2:30, we will assemble in the gym for a recognition ceremony for all students. Families are welcome to join and may stand along the perimeter of the inside of the gym. We are reserving the bleachers for students and staff. We will continue working on cooperation throughout the year and focus on Respect in October.
The news this week of our after-school program being halted was gut-wrenching. I have already begun conversations with the Superintendent and community parents to see what we can do to support kids. As a clearer path forward emerges, I will notify you immediately. We currently bus kids to Eagle Care in North Hero and have the availability to bus kids to Turn to Joy in Grand Isle. If you reach out to North Hero School and TTJ, they might be able to support your immediate needs. A GIS family has also offered to support after-school needs. You can reach out to Erin LeDuc for more information erin.leduc1@gmail.com. I am not giving up on this.
This week, we also had our first Options-Based Drill. During the first drill, I looked to ensure doors were locked, that I couldn't see anything or anyone, that the lights were off, and that the building was silent. GIS did a fantastic job! I forgot to send the text alert and will run that test today at 3 PM.
School and class pictures went home Friday. If you would like your kiddo to get a retake, let the classroom teacher know. There is no additional cost or actions on your part.
Please see other important updates below about our Read-a-Thon, intervention, and More!
As always, I'm here for you! My door and inbox are always open, so feel free to reach out anytime.
Mrs. H
