GWC EAGLES' NEST
OPEN HOUSE & FIRST DAY INFORMATION
A WEEK: OCTOBER 14-18
😁 203 STUDENTS WITH PERFECT ATTENDANCE IN SEPTEMBER 😁
Can you believe that number?? We want to thank you so much for your support with ensuring students are attending school regularly and are here on time! Your commitment to your child's education is so appreciated!
If your child is absent for the day, an easy way to ensure that the absence is marked lawful is to report the absence online. The GWCES Absence Reporting link is active and can be utilized at any time to report those absences.
Keep up the awesome work - we love seeing your students each and every day!
Have a great week,
Donna Thorstensen
UPCOMING EVENTS
- Monday, October 14th - Two Hour Early Dismissal - Parent Conference Day
- Wednesday, October 16th - Unity Day
- Wednesday, October 16th - 5th Grade Sotterley Field Trip (Nassuk & Zwick)
- Thursday, October 17th - 5th Grade Sotterley Field Trip (Norris & Ward)
- Thursday, October 17th - PreK Forrest Hall Farm Field Trip
- Friday, October 18th - Two Hour Early Dismissal
- Thursday, October 24th - Fall Picture Day
- Friday, October 25th - Kindergarten Bowles Farm Field Trip
- Friday, October 25th - 4th Grade St. Mary's City Field Trip
- Friday, October 25th - Community Schools Trunk or Treat
- Monday, October 28th - First Day of OST
NATIONAL SCHOOL LUNCH WEEK
This year's theme is "School Lunch Pirates: Find Your Treasure!" All students are encouraged to view school lunch as an exciting adventure and to increase participation in the National School Lunch Program.
PICTURE DAY IS COMING!
George W. Carver Elementary
Classic Photography is excited to be your official school photographer
and capture these special memories for you!
Classic Photography se complace en ser el fotógrafo oficial de su escuela
¡Y captura estos recuerdos especiales para ti!
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Your Picture Day is:
El día de tu foto es
10/24/2024
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Don't forget to be dressed in your best and mark your calendars today!
¡No olvides vestirte con tus mejores galas y marcar tus calendarios hoy!
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FREE SHIPPING on all pre-orders! (a $5 value)
All pre-orders will be returned to the school and sent home with your student.
¡ENVÍO GRATIS en todos los pedidos anticipados! (un valor de $5)
Todos los pedidos anticipados serán devueltos a la escuela y enviados a casa con su estudiante.
Online Code: 24gwcarver25
Pre-ordering expires 48 hours after picture day
El pedido anticipado caduca 48 horas después del día de la foto
Questions? | ¿Preguntas?
(800)869-9515 x112
SECOND GRADE ART
Second grade artists have been learning about Talavera Pottery and this week they have been painting their own Talavera inspired designs on planters. Our students have been working so hard on these projects. Our Carver Artists continue to create amazing works of art!
ONLINE EMERGENCY INFORMATION UPDATE
Effective communication is critical to the success of St. Mary’s County Public Schools (SMCPS). This will be crucial not only for emergencies but for our ability to communicate with families in general. Online Emergency Information Update Forms are now available through the student’s Home Access Center (HAC). Once logged in, directions to access the online form can be found HERE. A video with instructions is available HERE. It is vital that all information is updated in eSchool. The deadline for the online submission of Emergency Information Update forms is October 31st, 2024. Please click here for the Blank Emergency Form. If you have any questions, please contact The Department of Student Services at 301-475-5511 ext.32150.
KINDERGARTEN TREASURE HUNT
COMMUNITY SCHOOL TRUNK OR TREAT
Please join us for Trunk or Treat on Friday October 25th from 5-7. Costumes are welcome but not required for participation. Sweet treats, activities, and the clothes closet will be available.
SPOTLIGHT ON SPECIAL EDUCATION
There are so many fantastic things happening in our efforts to support SMCPS students with disabilities. Please use this survey to share your praise, story, or news about successes in your school or department!
FREE DRIVE-THRU FLU CLINICS
The St. Mary’s County Health Department (SMCHD) will host FREE drive-thru flu vaccine clinics for children ages six months to 18 years. No appointments are necessary.
Clinics have been scheduled for the following dates and locations:
Great Mills High School
- Saturday, September 28, 2024, from 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
- Tuesday, October 8, 2024, from 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
- Tuesday, October 15, 2024, from 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
SMCHD Main Office in Leonardtown
- Saturday, October 26, 2024, from 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
“Annual flu vaccinations are the most effective tool we have for preventing infection and serious illness from seasonal influenza,” said Dr. Meena Brewster, St. Mary’s County Health Officer. “We hope parents will take advantage of these convenient drive-thru clinics to get their children vaccinated and help us prevent influenza complications in our community. Local pharmacies and medical practices are also offering flu vaccine and the updated COVID-19 vaccine.”
For more information about seasonal flu, please visit smchd.org/flu.
VOLUNTEER INFORMATION
SMCPS believes volunteer service to our schools is an essential component of student success. The support of parents, grandparents, other significant relatives, and community members creates an environment filled with opportunities for our students. Ensuring the success of students is a partnership between the school and home.
Click here for information on how to become an SMCPS volunteer.
COMMUNITY SCHOOL NEWS
Families may shop the Community School clothes closet for gently used clothes/ shoes or drop off donations of gently used/new items by appointment from 10 AM- 1PM. (Bilingual services available)
Families may shop at the Community School food pantry by appointment (while groceries last) from 10 AM - 1 PM. (Bilingual services available)
GWCES Clothes Closet
GWCES armario de ropa
GWCES Food Pantry
GWCES Despensa de alimentos
Three-Year-Old Playgroup
Grupo de juego para niños de tres años
Baby & Me Diaper Closet
Armario de pañales para bebé y yo
October Play Group Calendar
Calendario de grupos de juego de octubre
HELPFUL LINKS
HOME OF THE EAGLES!!!
Assistant Principal - David Chilson
Academic Dean - Rhonda Morgan
George Washington Carver Elementary School
A Title I and Community School
Website: https://gwces.smcps.org/
Location: 46155 Carver School Boulevard, Lexington Park, MD, USA
Phone: 301-863-4076
Twitter: @gwces_smcps