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Glennwood Elementary ~ Where Learning Takes Flight
Holly Brookins, PhD, Principal ~ Summer Clayton, Assistant Principal ~ Jill Tolsma, Instructional Coach
Email: hbrookins@csdecatur.net
Location: 440 East Ponce de Leon Avenue, Decatur, GA, USA
Phone: 404.370.4435 * Website * Facebook
Calendar of Events
Friday, February 14
- 6th Annual African American Read-In with Author/Illustrator Vashti Harrison at 9:00 am
- Sidekicks at 11:50 am
- YEARBOOK ADS DUE!
February 17-21
Winter Break
Wednesday, February 26
- Early Release Day at 12:50 pm
- PTA Spirit Night at Chick Fil A, 5:00-7:00 pm., North Decatur Road
Friday, February 28
Community Circle at 8:30 am with 2nd grade hosting - Black History Month Celebration
SLT Parent Input Request
Do you have a question, comment, or concern? Let your SLT know here on this form. We will review the input in advance of each meeting. Your voice as Glennwood families matters to us!
February Design Principle: Diversity and Inclusion
"A lot of different flowers make a bouquet."
~ Islamic Proverb
Hello Glennwood Families,
I know everyone is looking forward to winter break next week. I hope you all have a safe and wonderful time with family and friends.
Tomorrow we will be kicking off our February Black History Month celebration with our 6th Annual African American Read-In. Our very special guest author and illustrator is the award-winning Vashti Harrison. We are so lucky to have the opportunity for her to visit our school and share this important and enriching experience with our students. Thank you so much to our PTA for co-sponsoring this event.
We were fortunate to have some of our district leaders here at Glennwood today. They check in at all of our schools throughout the year and spend time meeting and chatting with our staff and students. Your child may have been selected to be in a small group to share about our school. We enjoy having our colleagues here to see all of the wonderful things that are happening at Glennwood!
The last Community Circle of the month is on February 28. Our second grade students will be presenting an engaging Black History Month presentation. They are currently working very hard on their projects, so I hope you will make plans to attend.
Have a great break!
Holly Brookins, Ph.D
Principal
iRun T-Shirt Sale for Tour deCatur - Sale Ends on Friday
Now that the weather is warming up, we are getting ready to begin our iRun unit in P.E. This is to prepare for Tour deCatur, an optional 5K/Fun Run at Decatur High School on Saturday, March 15. We are selling Glennwood t-shirts (short and long-sleeve) and sweatshirts to raise money for DEF and Glennwood. The online store is open now and will close February 14. The website, where you'll find styles and pricing, is https://pswear.com/Glennwood
Please e-mail me with any questions at minscoe@csdecatur.net. Thanks!
New Update from CSD Nutrition
This letter is to inform you that the CSD Nutrition Department is reinstating snack sales at all elementary schools. Snacks can be convenient for students needing extra energy during the school day. The snacks available will be Smart Snack-approved and comply with federal guidelines, ensuring they are healthy and nutritious choices for students. Snacks must be whole-grain, baked, low or no sugar, low-fat, or 100% juice to comply with federal guidelines.
Please note that parents must settle outstanding lunch balances before students may purchase snacks. We encourage you to review your student's lunch account and make any necessary payments.
Should you have questions or concerns, please contact School Nutrition 470.237.0368 ext. 7607 or meals@csdecatur.net.
Monique Breedlove
Director of School Nutrition
Casino Night - March 8
We’re so excited for our upcoming Casino Night & Silent Auction! See details below and visit our PTA site for more information. Also, we are still collecting donations for the Silent Auction so if you have tickets to events, vacation rentals, etc. that you’d like to donate, there is a submission form on the site.
Yearbook Tribute Ads - DUE ON FRIDAY!
Honor your child with a Tribute Ad in this year’s yearbook. This is a great way to celebrate your child’s growth as a Glennwood student. Follow this link and enter school code 24818 to design and purchase your ad. ADS ARE DUE BY FEBRUARY 14TH.
Decatur Education Foundation
Tour deCatur Registration is Open!
Get ready, get set, get registered for Decatur Education Foundation's 23rd annual Tour deCatur! Sign up at www.tourdecatur.com!
The fun happens on Saturday, March 15, at the Decatur High School stadium. This year, in addition to the 5k (a Peachtree qualifier), the 1-Mile Fun Run, and the adorable Tot Trot (for our friends ages four and under), DEF is offering a "None-Run" for anyone who wants to support Decatur kids without breaking a sweat! This is DEF's largest fundraiser and supports programs and initiatives that remove obstacles, provide opportunities, support educators, and strengthen the Decatur community!
To prepare for the race, all K-2 elementary schools in the district are participating in the iRun program, which teaches students the fundamentals of fitness skills that make running, jogging, and walking enjoyable and safe and prepares them to run the one-mile fun run in March. For more information about DEF's initiatives and how you can get involved, please visit www.decatureducationfoundation.org.
Call for Auction Donations
Plans are underway for another amazing event to raise money for Decatur Athletics – The Bulldog Bash! Save the date for this year's event on Saturday, March 22, at Independent Distilling Company. The event will feature a live online auction that includes everything from artwork and experiences to trips, restaurant gift cards, sporting event tickets, self-care, and more.
Do you have a connection, talent, vacation home or something unique that can help us raise money for our student-athletes? If so, please fill out this form! More information to come!