GME's Wednesday Weekly
October 25, 2023
WALKATHON!!!!!! WE surpassed $10,000!!!
I am heading out to get my hair dye! I know we will make it to $15,000!!!
Let's go, GME!
Walkathon Team Money will be counted after midnight on Friday! The winning team will be determined then!
99Pledges will stay open through Monday, October 30th!
Walkathon will begin at 9:30 AM on Friday!
BEST ADVICE if you are JOINING US:
Park at the Bengals Parking Lot & walk down to GME to meet up with your children!
We will all begin at the flagpole!
Montessori Men - We need YOU!
Montessori Men
We are seeking male family volunteers to assist in a bi-weekly male mentor program for our 9-12 boys on Fridays from 12:15-1:00. During these times, we will eat lunch together and engage in various discussions & structured play activities!
Our assistant principal, Mr. Drakeford, will be overseeing this program throughout the school year!
Some of the ideas for various sessions include:
Reviewing Sports Highlights
Learning to Tie a Tie & Tie a Friend’s Tie
Mock Interviews
Learning to Shake Hands Firmly while Maintaining Eye Contact
Cleaning up the Community or School
Mini Career Day
Shadowing AP Drakeford
Homework Assistance
Solving Riddles & Games
Community Service Project
Team Building Activities
Playing Outdoor or Indoor Games
If interested in being a part of this amazing opportunity for our young men in the 9-12 communities, please email or call Mr. Drakeford at drakefd@cpsboe.k12.oh.us or 513-363-9691.
Thank YOU!
1st Quarter Report Cards Coming Home TODAY!
Conference Evening - Thursday!
Please contact your child's teacher with any questions!
We cannot wait to share all the good news with you about your children!
LOST & FOUND!!!
We will lay all items on tables in the main foyer on Parent Conference Evening!
Whatever is left after that night will be donated to a local donation center!
Please make sure you check the table to see if any of your child's long-lost items are there!
Trunk or Treat is on MONDAY!!! 4:30-6:30 PM
10 Prospective Parents Toured GME on Tuesday!!!
Be Involved at GME!
FAMILY involvement is a critical component to a well-rounded educational experience!
How can I be involved this week?
*Come to Parent Conferences on Thursday, October 26th!
*Join us for the WALKATHON on Friday, October 27th from 9:30-11:30 AM!
*Volunteer to monitor RECESS with our staff!
*Donate to our WALKATHON!
*Participate in the Trunk or Treat!
*Sign up to help with the needs of the GME Garden!
*Talk with your child about their report card!
*Come in & listend to children read!
*Cut laminated materials for teachers!
*Volunteer to help a child with their sounds!
*Wash & dry the classrooms rugs!
*Donate pet supplies to the community!
And so much more............just ask your child's teacher!
Need a VOLUNTEER BADGE?
Secure a VOLUNTEER BADGE so you can join us on fieldtrips and/or volunteer in the school on a regular basis! Email Ms. Sam, our Resource Coordinator, at messmes@cpsboe.k12.oh.us for more information on how to secure a volunteer badge!
Our Golden Rulers!
Each week, staff members recognize students and staff who exemplify the Golden Rule! Each person comes to the main hallway to sign the Golden Ruler scroll, get their picture taken & receive a gold star! The pictures run on the Rise Vision screen in the main hallway for the following week!
GME International Culture Fest is Coming Soon - November 16th
GME PTO Information! Volunteer HERE!
Walkathon Volunteer Sign Up Genius
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/8050545AEAB2EA7FD0-44537251-gmewalkathon
Walk-a-Thon:
Do you know a business owner who may be interested in contributing to our awesome school? Please pass along this letter with details on how they can sponsor our Walk-a-Thon. Their logo will be carried during the event and displayed on campus and they will be a part of growing our wonderful community. Any questions about the Walk-a-Thon can be directed to Sarah at gmeptofundraising@gmail.com.
Help with the PTO's trunk at GME's Trunk or Treat! On 10/30, teachers and staff will fill the main circle at school with decorated cars for a wonderful Trunk or Treat event. PTO has a van ready to go, but we could use some help manning, stocking and decorating. Please check out the Sign-Up Genius: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0F49A9AF28A4FEC70-44616768-trunk/88824550#/
UPDATE Email Address, Phone Numbers & Emergency Contacts in POWERSCHOOL!
GME Resources
GME Family Calendar - Continuously updated as new events are planned!
GME School Website - Find your child's class supply list under the Resources tab!
Upcoming Dates & Events!
October 25th - Report Cards Home!
October 26th - Parent Conferences 3:30-7:30 PM
October 27th - GME WALKATHON!!!
October 30th - Pumpkin Patch at GME!
October 30th - Trunk or Treat at GME 4:00-6:00 PM Front Circle!
October 31st - Trunk or Treat at Gamble HIGH SCHOOL - 5:30-8:00 PM
November 2nd - PBIS Meeting 3:45 PM
November 3rd - NO PRESCHOOL
November 3rd - Kindergarten to the ZOO!
November 3rd - K-6th Health Screenings
November 6th - ILT Meeting 3:45 PM
November 7th - NO SCHOOL
November 8th - Gamble Montessori High School Night at GME 4:30 PM - Auditorium
November 8th - PTO Meeting 5:30 PM
November 9th - CYC Mentor Program
November 10th - NO SCHOOL - Veterans' Day
GME Tours for Prospective Families!
All tours begin at 9:30 AM!
October 24th
November 28th
January 23rd
February 27th
March 19th
April 23rd
May 7th
Gamble Montessori Elementary
Montessori Magnet School PreK-6th Grade
Email: FullerB@cpsboe.k12.oh.us
Website: https://www.cps-k12.org/gmes
Location: 2700 Felicity Place, Cincinnati, OH, USA
Phone: 513-363-9600
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GambleMontessoriElementary/