Good Shepherd Weekly
November 29, 2024
Santa's Workshop
Balloons Over GS
Second graders created their own parade balloons similar to that of the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade. They learned about how they are created, designed their balloons, and celebrated their accomplishments with our own GS parade.
Cheech's Approval
Cheech Marin recently recognized our Good Shepherd Art Students by placing our art compilation into the Cheech Marin Center for Chicano Art in Riverside, CA. The students created Mola inspired art that will be placed in his art library.
SAVE THE DATE
Parent/Teacher Conferences
Parent/Teacher Conferences will be held on Wednesday, Dec. 4, 2024. This will be an asynchronous learning day (no live teaching) for students. Work will be provided by their teachers. The link was sent to parents on November 25 to register for a conference time. This link will be available until Dec. 3rd at 3pm. Registration is first come/first served please plan accordingly.
Santa's Workshop
Grades PK - 3 will be shopping at Santa's Workshop from December 5th - 11th. Shopping Lists and Gift Tags went home with students. Please complete the list (with ages), tags, and return in envelope with $1.00 per gift. All of the proceeds to benefit local charities. Reminder: There is a limit of 12 gifts per student to accommodate all shoppers.
Alumni Basketball Tourney
Attn: GWCRS Alumni - Spread the Word!
Whether you graduated in the 70’s or last year, come sign up for the 2nd Annual GWCRS Alumni 3v3 Basketball Game.
On January 18th, teams of GWCRS graduates will go head to head in an exciting, fast paced bracket that will end with one team taking home the trophy!
If you are interested in forming a team of 3-5 of if you would like to be sorted into an existing team, please send an email to debragdoris@gmail.com and let me know your name, and when you graduated!
School Attendance
In the event that your child will be absent, late or dismissed early, please contact the school office at (401) 767-5906 by 9:00 am so our office staff can inform your child's teacher of their absence or end of day dismissal changes.
Uniform Reminders
As a reminder, we have transitioned to the winter uniforms beginning Friday, November 1st. Please be mindful of the school mandatory Uniform Policy which will be enforced as we are now past the warmer weather. Uniform Infraction Notices will be sent home for any student who does not adhere to the Uniform Policy according to the Good Shepherd Parent/Student Handbook.
Early Action Program
Bishop Feehan Admissions Department would like to invite families at our Catholic partner schools to explore our Early Action program.
This program allows 5th, 6th and 7th grade students at our partner schools to apply and secure a seat in advance for freshman year of high school. Please learn more about our program at BishopFeehan.com/EarlyAction
Our online application is open now through May 15th, 2025.
Please reach out with any questions or for additional information.
God Bless and Go Shamrocks!
Counselor's Corner
Thank you for all of your support. If you would like us to see your child, please reach out and we will work with administration to make it happen.
You can reach Miss Sam at spoliquin@gwcrs.org and Miss Nakena at nkilgore@gwcrs.org
Thank you!
Notes from the Nurse
- All medicine, epipens, and inhalers should be hand delivered to the school nurse by parents.
- Student physical examinations that were done over the summer need to be turned in ASAP.
- All medication orders (Tylenol, Tums, etc.) need to be completed at the start of every school year.
PTO Corner
Next Meeting : Monday, January 13th, 2025
Please join us at 6:30pm! New members are always welcome.
Click the links below for information on upcoming school events!!
Rediker Access
Good Shepherd School uses an electronic informational system called Rediker that allows parents to access their child's grades throughout the school year from Kindergarten through grade 8. This online platform provides access to teacher emails and student grades in an effort to promote a clear communication tool for our families. We ask that parents click the blue link below to activate your account in order to receive access to this important school information platform.
Cellphone Policy
As a reminder for all students, cellphone use during school hours is prohibited. If students need to reach out to parents, they must go to the school office during break time to make the call.
Changes of dismissal should not be made through text messages during the day as it becomes a challenge during end of day dismissal.
All cellphones and Apple Watches should be kept in your child's backpack during the school day to avoid disruption during class time. Thank you for your understanding in this matter.
Good Shepherd Basketball
Good Shepherd Basketball teams will practice utilizing the following schedule:
- Girls Grammar - Mondays from 6pm - 8pm
- Boys Junior - Tuesdays from 5pm - 7pm
- Girls Junior - Wednesdays from 6pm - 8pm
- Boys Grammar - Thursdays from 6pm - 8pm
Have a great season!
Good Shepherd School Lunch Program
December Lunch Menu
Click the link below for the December lunch menu choices (click here)
Week of December 2nd Order Form
Click on the link below for the weekly order form. Lunch orders are placed on a weekly basis and payments are made by cash or check to Good Shepherd School. (click here)
UPCOMING EVENTS - PLEASE MARK YOUR CALENDAR
December
School Events
Monday, December 2nd
- Picture Retakes - return unwanted packages
- Report Cards to be distributed today
- Drama Rehearsal - 3:15pm - 6pm
- Mastery Martial Arts - 3:15pm - 4:15pm
- Girls Grammar Basketball Practice - 6pm - 8pm
Tuesday, December 3rd
- Band - 3:00pm - 4:30pm
- Boys Junior Basketball Practice - 5pm - 7pm
Wednesday, December 4th
- Distance Learning Day for Students (Asynchronous)
- Parent/Teacher Conferences (by appointment only)
- Santa's Workshop Set-Up
- Girls Junior Basketball Practice - 5pm - 7pm
Thursday, December 5th
- Santa's Workshop
- Choir - 3:15pm - 4pm
- Boys Grammar Basketball Practice - 6pm - 8pm
Friday, December 6th
- Santa's Workshop
- Colorguard - 3:15pm - 4:30pm