Galileo Gazette

November

1-- EHS band comes to Galileo to perform for middle school @ 2:30

5-- No School - Teacher Professional Development day

5-- Election Day

8-- Veteran's Day Assembly

14-- Fall harvest middle school evening event

21-- 8th grade Reality Town

25-29--Thanksgiving Break

Students need to turn in their completed log to Mr. Fulwood by December 6.

West Ada’s goal of remaining on the cutting edge of education is as strong as ever. One of the most recent examples of that is on display with the opening of the Flyers Center.

Flyers is a unique facility designed to empower our youngest K-5 learners. The emphasis is on teaching these students how to correctly address the behavioral problems that are hindering their education and development.

We’re joined by Kelli Knowles, the Principal of Flyers Center, and Jamie Giebler, a behavior consultant in the district. These two educators are spearheading West Ada’s innovative approach to behavior and student development.

To learn more about Flyers, click here… https://www.westada.org/o/flyers/arti...

To learn more about Varsity Tutors, click here… https://www.westada.org/page/varsity-...

To subscribe to West Ada’s YouTube channel, click here... / @westadaschooldistrict

To learn more about the podcast, or for past episodes click here… https://www.westada.org/page/podcast #WeAreWestAda

VOLUNTEERING with the PTO

PTO needs your help! We are looking to immediately fill TWO open Board positions: Co-Communications and Co-Community Events directors. Please reach out to GalileoSTEMPTO@gmail.com to find out more.

You are invited to the next PTO General Meeting * Friday, November 15th @ 9:15 am

~Upcoming Events~

HONORING OUR VETERANS

Friday, November 8th, 2:30 – 3:45 pm * We are proud to host a Veteran's Day Celebration for any veterans and people currently enlisted in the military who are related to Galileo students and their families. Thank you to those who submitted photos and RSVP’d for the event! Today, November 1st is the last day for submissions. If you have a veteran (or veterans) in your family, please use this link to submit their information and picture for our assembly slideshow, and to RSVP for the Veteran's reception after the assembly. We look forward to celebrating with those who will be attending!

STAFF APPRECIATION

Wednesday, November 20th * We had a great time spoiling our teachers and staff with snacks and dinner during conferences! As we prepare for our November event, we're reaching out for your assistance once again! To ensure the success of our upcoming Baked Potato Bar, please click on the link provided here to sign up and help. Your involvement, whether through food donations, spreading the word, or sharing our Sign-Up Genius with your friends, will play a pivotal role in making our November Teacher Appreciation Event a success.

GALILEO SCHOOL DIRECTORY – deadline extended! Please fill out forms by Friday, November 8th.

Every year the Galileo PTO creates a printed directory to help families connect (for personal use and not for advertising or mass communications). Participation is optional. If you would like to receive a directory, please fill out our 2024-2025 Galileo Directory Request. Please follow this link to modify your student’s information in the directory: 2024-2025 Opt-Out of Student Directory Request.

MIDDLE SCHOOL EVENT Harvest Festival Sponsored by the Student Council

Thursday, November 14th, 6:00 - 7:30 pm * ID REQUIRED! Pizza and drinks will be provided. MS students are invited to wear fall clothes and join the Student Council for games, music, and fun! Volunteers are needed to help at the event - please sign-up here!

~ SINCERE GRATITUDE ~

Dear Galileo Family -

THANK YOU for an amazing GIVE Week! Together we met and exceeded our financial goal for the year with a final tally of over $37,000! Celebratory Pizza Party will be held for the students on Monday, November 4th during lunch.

Thank you to everyone who contributed to October’s Staff Appreciation event for the parent/teacher conferences!

AND thank you to everyone for making our 2nd annual Trunk-or-Treat event an outstanding success!

Go Falcons!

Please spread the word that there are no motor vehicles of any kind allowed on the playground and field. We have seen neighbor kids ride their golf carts, etc. all over our turf. We have seen tracks when the snow comes. This is unsafe and can ruin equipment. Thank you!

K-2 Devices: District-issued devices will remain at school and will be charged regularly in the classroom. K-2 students will not take their laptops, chargers, or cases home. Administrators may grant exceptions based on individual students’ learning needs.

3-5 Devices: District-issued devices may remain at school and be charged in the classroom, OR they may be sent home with the student at the discretion of the school and/or classroom teacher.

This information will be posted soon in the updated One-to-One Device Handbook.

We're excited for the upcoming school year and wanted to share an important update about our cell phone and electronic device policy (Policy 502.80).

To keep classrooms focused and free from distractions, students won't be allowed to use cell phones and personal electronic devices during class unless the teacher gives permission. Here are the key points:

• No Devices in Class: Students must place their devices in a designated area (like lockers or baskets) before class starts.
• Devices Off: All devices should be powered off while in the designated classroom storage area.
• Smartwatches: These can stay with students but must be turned off during instructional time. Any use of or distractions created as a result of powered wearable devices will be subject to disciplinary action.
• Exceptions: Teachers may allow device use for specific educational purposes or in emergencies.

Cell Phones and Electronic Devices - Middle School (Grades 6-8)

Starting with the 2024-25 school year, in line with Policy 503.20, all middle schools in the district will be implementing a consistent cell phone policy across all West Ada middle schools to enhance the learning environment. During the academic day, students will not be permitted to use cell phones. These devices must be stored in student lockers throughout the school day. This procedure aims to minimize distractions and support a focused and productive educational experience for all students.

For yearbook purposes the following questions will be asked of each grade level:

🌮Kindergarten-1st Grade: What is the most common favorite food in your class? What is the most common favorite sport in your class?

🏅2nd Grade- 3rd Grade: What are some rules in your sports? How do you follow rules in your sport?

💭4th- 5th Grade- What is your strongest characteristic? What is one challenge you had to overcome?

🏫Middle School 6-7th Grade: How do you study for test? How do you do good in school? How should you act in class?

🎓8th Grade: What is your biggest accomplishment in school? What is your biggest accomplishment you have ever had?

The answer to this question is due to the distance between the stop sign on Saguaro Drive and the crosswalk. If more cars are in the que than the distance allows, we have a back up which will put cars into the crosswalk and slows traffic flow. Thanks for your understanding and for following the guidance of our duties.

Please help us be good neighbors by respecting neighbors' driveways and access as you park near Galileo. Also, please don't park and leave your car unattended in a line that is moving. If you need to leave your car unattended, use one of the parking spots in the main parking lot.

Please spread the word that there are no motor vehicles of any kind allowed on the playground and field. We have seen neighbor kids ride their golf carts, etc. all over our turf. We have seen tracks when the snow comes. This is unsafe and can ruin equipment. Thank you!

Please remind others that we have students playing on our field daily. Dogs are wonderful companions but are not kind to our turf. Dogs are not allowed on the turf and please clean up your dog's mess when taking them on a walk on school grounds.

Please remember that Galileo is a closed campus from 8:15-4:30. This includes the walking path and playground areas. Visitors who haven't checked into the office will be asked to check in or to leave campus.

Dear Galileo neighbors -

In an effort to keep our students safe and our campus secure, we ask that you please close the gate behind you when you enter the school grounds using the walking path.

Thank you.

Please check the lost and found for any missing items!! Leftover items will be periodically donated.

Mon., Tues., Thurs., Fri.

(Students may arrive beginning at 8:45 am)

9:05 am – First bell

9:10 am – Tardy bell

3:55 pm – Dismissal bell

Wednesday

(Students may arrive beginning at 9:00 am)

9:20 am – First bell

9:25 am – Tardy bell

3:55 pm – Dismissal bell

Students are not to be dropped off prior to these times as there is no supervision for students until the times designated.

Attendance Line

(208) 350-4106

Please call the attendance line before 9:30am if your child will be absent for any reason, or will be late to school. Please state your child’s name, teacher and reason for absence. If you are planning a vacation and your student will be absent three or more days please fill out the notification of absence form found here. This form does not excuse the absences, but will help keep everyone informed.

Principal - Rob Lamb - lamb.robert@westada.org

Secretary/Bookkeeper - Jennifer Damiano - damiano.jennifer@westada.org

Secretary/Registrar - Chandi VonLindern - vonlindern.chandi@westada.org

Assistant Secretary - Angela Meyers - meyers.angela@westada.org

Safe School Assistant - Melissa Dahlen - dahlen.melissa@westada.org

Nurse - Kara Jeppson - jeppson.kara@westada.org

Health Tech - Chrystalyn Coulter - coulter.chrystalyn@westada.org

Elementary Counselor - Megan Robinson - robinson.megan@westada.org

MS Counselor - Sam Kristensen - kristensen.samuel@westada.org

Website: https://www.westada.org/o/galileo
Location: 4735 West Saguaro Drive Eagle, Idaho 83616
Phone: 208-350-4105