The Greenmont Gazette
December 15th, 2024
As the winter break approaches, we want to extend our warmest wishes to you and your family. This season is a wonderful opportunity to pause, reflect, and connect with the people and traditions that bring joy and meaning to your lives.
We celebrate the diversity of our community and honor the many ways our families observe and enjoy this time—whether through cherished cultural traditions, moments of rest, or new experiences together. Thank you for the support and care you bring to your child's learning journey and for being an integral part of our school community. We look forward to welcoming you back in the new year, refreshed and ready for continued growth and success.
May this winter break bring peace, happiness, and memorable moments for you and your loved ones.
With gratitude and best wishes,
Principal Goodwine
MAKE SURE YOUR STUDENTS ARE HERE ALL WEEK!
- ATTENDANCE INCENTIVES: The month of December we are asking that your students are at school EVERY DAY! Classes that get 7 days of 95% attendance or better will be celebrated with donut holes while those students who have had perfect attendance will receive donuts and hot cocoa. Our students thrive when they have consistent school routines. Research suggests that missing anywhere from 1-2 days each month can cause students to get off-track academically and lead to ineffective social habits.
- ACADEMIC GOALS: CONVERSATIONS ABOUT LEARNING GOALS! Remember to have conversations with your students about what they are working on in class. This month our students in grades 2 and 4 will be taking gifted screeners to identify if they demonstrate traits for Gifted services. Please encourage them to do their best.
- PLAYGROUND EXPECTATIONS: If the weather feels like or is below 20° we will not be taking the students outside. Those frigid temps could lead to health concerns if students are out for extended times. Instead, we will be having indoor recess which includes drawing, socializing, mild physical movement (walking), and games. Please encourage your students to respect the space and expectations established during these times.
One of our major goals this year is to improve our attendance and reduce the amount of students who are chronically absent. Chronic absenteeism is defined as missing 10% of the school year for any reason. Although sometimes we may excuse an absence due illness or a family matter, those days still count towards missed instructional time and can therefore be calculated toward Chronic Absenteeism. Please continue to make sure your student is at school EVERY DAY!
Thank you,
Principal Goodwine
Look forward to more PTO initiatives to support the Culture and Climate goals of Greenmont Elementary.
We have officially re-established our Greenmont PTO. If you are interested in participating in the PTO please complete the interest survey below and the Greenmont PTO will reach out to you regarding meetings, dues, and upcoming events. For questions or to share ideas, please reach out to the team at gmpto@ketteringschools.org.
Our Greenmont PTO Executive Board:
President: Sarah Ullery
President-Elect: Nicole Watts
Treasurer: Grace Clark
Treasurer-Elect: Vacant
Secretary: Lexi Hoke
Executive Chairperson: Brooke Goodwine
Exploring Information Technology and Computer Science Careers This December!
We are excited to kick off December with a focus on Information Technology (IT) and Computer Science Careers! This month, students will explore a range of innovative and lesser-known professions in these fields, gaining insight into how IT and computer science professionals shape our world through technology and problem-solving.
Throughout the month, we aim to help students see how these careers align with the core traits of our Portrait of a Graduate. IT and computer science professionals are exemplary critical thinkers who solve complex technical challenges, engaged collaborators who work in diverse teams to create cutting-edge solutions, lifelong learners committed to adapting to rapidly changing technology, global citizens who develop tools that connect people across the world, and thoughtful communicators who make technology accessible and user-friendly.
Here’s how your student will connect with IT and computer science careers this month:
Monthly Career Poster – Students will explore our IT and computer science career poster, which highlights interesting facts and showcases exciting career paths in these fields.
Weekly Announcements – Principals will share fun facts and highlight a new IT or computer science career each week during announcements. Students will discover how these professionals contribute to fields like healthcare, education, entertainment, and beyond.
We look forward to an engaging and inspiring month as we introduce our students to the dynamic world of IT and computer science careers and encourage them to imagine the possibilities for their futures!
Mental Health Webinars
Parents and Caregivers of KCS students have access to free webinars on mental health topics affecting youth and families through Cartwheel.
Click here for the official flyer for Cartwheel services.
