Grizzly News
November 15, 2024
Vision: GFE will be a model school where all students are inspired to learn at high levels.
Mission: Our mission will be to provide a safe environment where all stakeholders empower students’ social and academic growth.
Motto: Level Up!
- Important Dates:
- Nov. 20: Progress Reports
- Nov. 20: Parent Game Night (5:00 PM - 6:00 PM)
- Nov. 21: Parent Involvement Day | Repeat Presentation for Title I Meeting @ 8:30 AM in Cafeteria for all GFE Parents (See Flyer Below)
- Nov. 25-29: Holiday Break
Kinder Welcomes Captain Molar!
Our Kinder students were able to learn how to practice good dental hygiene from Nurse Eligio and her friends! Ms. Espinoza also made a guest appearance!
Thanks Nurse Eligio for making sure our Grizzlies keep those SPARKLING SMILES!
Reminders
- Nov. 18 - 22: Dress Up Days for Fall Spirit Week| See Flyer Below
- Save the Date - Jan. 28: KISD Spelling Bee
Students of the Month
Congratulations to our Grizzlies who have demonstrated our core values this week! Way to goooo! #Grizzly P.R.I.D.E.
Spotlight Student of the Week
Our SPOTLIGHT STUDENT is Eloise! She has been working extremely hard to achieve her math goal. She works diligently on her assignments! She is a hard working and has great determination complete her tasks. "Eloise keep up the good work! I am so proud of you for making it to Masters in Math!!" - Montemayor 3rd Grade
Favorite thing to do: Dance | Favorite food: Burgers
School Reminders
Attendance
If parents arrive after 8:10 AM, please park and walk students to front office to sign-in on the computer near the bright pink sign-in sheet. Parents, please ensure you have a visitor’s badge before entering the main hallways of the campus building. All parents must show their State ID (e.g., Drivers’ License) when entering a building.
Parent Lunch with Scholars
Parents are welcomed to join their scholars at a designated lunch table after Labor Day using schedule below:
- Tuesday: Kinder - 10:30 AM; 2nd Grade - 11:15 AM; 5th Grade - 12:10 PM
- Wednesday: 1st Grade - 10:55 AM; 3rd Grade - 11:35 AM; 4th Grade - 12:30 PM
Spirit Shirts!
Click HERE to order Spirit Shirts using School Cash Website.
Our Grizzly "Level Up" shirts are $12.00.
Transportation Changes
All transportation changes must be submitted via phone call (832.484.5700) to GFE Front Office before 2:30 PM. Thanks!
Family Engagement Events
Early Childhood Family Engagement Events
Click HERE for information.
Parent University Credit Opportunities...
- Parent Game Night: See Flyer below
Nurse Updates
New Name & Email for GFE Nurse
Nurse Brown has changed her last name to her married name, Eligio (phonetically: uh-lee-he-oh). Her new email is celigio1@kleinisd.net. She does not mind if students call her Mrs. E. or Nurse E. if needed.
Fevers
Extra Clothes
- Please place extra clothes in student's bags in case of accidents or spilled food for students in Grade K-2.
- The clinic needs a 2-weeks notice if you are bringing snacks for your child’s class. Please email Nurse Brown if you have any questions.
- Parents must drop all medications off in the clinic due to paperwork that is required.
PTO News & Information:
Email gwfepto.president@gmail.com for additional info
Next PTO Meeting: November 20th (6:00p - 7:00p) @ GFE Library
Everyone is welcomed to join!
Visit us on INSTAGRAM!
Follow Greenwood Forest Elementary on IG using our new handle: @greenwoodkisd!
Toy Donations!
Please assist GFE with our Annual Toy Drive. See flyer for additional information. We will collect toys in the front office starting October 21st! The top three campuses with the most donations will receive a visit from Santa!
Parent University
Greenwood Forest is a Parent University Campus. Every parent/family is welcome! No registration is needed. We encourage you to attend our events and make sure that you sign in to receive credit.
Upon attending 5 events throughout the school year, you will be eligible to attend our graduation ceremony in May. We look forward to partnering with you this school year to support your student’s success!
*Two events must be district-wide events to receive credit for graduation.
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P.R.I.D.E.
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Determination
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