Gaston Elementary Newsletter

Dear Gaston Elementary Families,

I wanted to let the community know that I will not be returning to Gaston Elementary next school year. I have accepted the position of principal at Harvey Clarke Elementary School in the Forest Grove School District to be closer to home and to continue my growth as an educational leader. I am deeply grateful for my past eight years at Gaston School District and the opportunities and experiences that have shaped my career here. I am committed to ensuring a smooth and seamless transition to the new principal. I look forward to hearing about the continued success of the district and its schools.

Warm regards,

Laura Christensen

Gaston Elementary Principal

June 10 - PTO Meeting in Library 6pm

June 11 - Field Day, details to come

June 12 - LAST DAY OF SCHOOL

As the weather turns warmer each year, it's important to refresh ourselves on the dress code laid out in our student/parent handbook. Here are some important things to remember:

• No bare feet. We still have PE so please wear (or bring) appropriate shoes.
• No bare midriffs or bare back clothing
• No tank tops with straps less than 2 inches
• No shoes with cleats or wheels
• Shorts should have an inseam of 3-4 inches (roughly fingertip length)

As the school year winds down, lots of fun field trips are happening at Gaston Elementary! If you have been asked to chaperone, or plan to volunteer, please make sure that you have a background check and your volunteer badge has not expired. Paperwork is available in the office, or online, to apply. Thanks!

Here are our 6th graders testing the affects of environmental temperature on evaporation rate.

A Note from our Gaston Parent Teacher Organization:

We're all about raising money to pour back into our school!!

Join us as we plan upcoming events

and make decisions

on investments in our kids' education.

Your input is valued!

Please be sure to visit our Gaston School District Facebook page. We utilize this social media tool to provide updates and share news about our school. We also have the Gaston School District website where you will find our calendar for important dates.

Hi! We are Kelly Thompson and Becca Sheets and we work together to keep the Gaston Elementary office running smoothly. Our office hours are 7:30-4pm on school days.

K-6 School hours Monday ~ Friday are 8am - 3pm

with the exception of Wednesday when we release at 2pm.

PreK hours are AM 8-11 and PM 12-3.

Wednesday AM 8-10:15 and PM 11:45-2

Email: thompsonk@gastonk12.org

Website: www.gastonk12.org

Phone: 503-985-7240

Here are some exciting

opportunities

happening close by!

Check them out!