GIVE West Title I Newsletter

What an amazing event we had on October 28. Lots of parents, students, and GIVE West Staff came together to discuss and learn about math and science.

These are the winners of the First Annual Science Fair:

1st Place Team Peppermint: Jaedon, Cameron, Noah, and Mason

2nd Place Team Project Car: Manuel and Naz

3rd Place Team Reaction Time: Genesis, Heylis, Gabe, Leah, Justin and Ali

This Plan/Promise describes how the school and families will build and develop a partnership to help students achieve the challenging State and district academic standards.

Students participating in the Title I program and their families agree that this Plan/Promise outlines how the entire school staff, the students, and their families will share the responsibility for improved student academic achievement at GIVE Center West.

The Plan/The Promise is available for you on MyPaymentsPlus and the school website under the Title I Section.

Please read it and sign it.

Printed copies are available in the Parent Center.

Thank you.

This month we would like to encourage our families to help their students develop good study habits as we prepare for finals next month.

Success Tips include:

· At school, students should keep their binders organized.

· Use a planner to record assignments, tests, and upcoming deadlines.

· Create a daily homework plan.

· When you are in class, ask and answer questions, and participate in class discussions.

· Have a set study time every day. Find a quiet study area.

· Ignore or remove distractions when working at home.

· Read for at least 20 minutes every day.

· Have a positive "can do" attitude in class, even when things are hard.

College and Career Day at GIVE was held on November 14th and consisted of representatives from the college, tech schools, trade schools, military branches, small businesses, and entrepreneurs. The purpose of career day is to expose students to various career options. Career Day is an opportunity for our MS & HS students to learn about college and career opportunities directly from professionals. It is also an excellent career networking opportunity that allows students to make connections with potential employers.

Click here for the Parenting Tips of the Week

Allow students to expand their future options by exploring green careers with the Georgia Department of Natural Resources. Beginning in mid-October, they can apply for the DNR 2025 Summer Career Academy here. Grow at GIVE will cover the cost of participating for up to three interested scholars.

December 6

The focus for the intervention is to support students with making up assignments, assessment, and individual support in content areas.

Students do not have to be in uniform. No cell phones are allowed. SEARCH required

Students need to be picked up promptly at 11:30 AM

MS - Monday, December 9th, 9 AM - 11 AM

HS - Tuesday, December 10th, 8 AM - 10 AM

Parents and students will meet with their GIVE counselor and a counselor from their home school to discuss the next steps for transitioning back to their homeschool (registration dates and times, spring schedules, current grades, etc.). Contact Tawanna Riddick, Lead Counselor at 770-246-5325 for more information.

December 16- 17-Parents, please check the ParentSquare to get updates on your student's current academic progress.

December 18-20.

Students who don't ride the buses MUST be picked up promptly at 11:00 AM

January 6- First Day of School

This is the season for celebrating life with the people we love and reminding one another joyously that our lives are anchored in families and communities. It is also a time to remember that no matter who we are, no obligations are more profound than caring for children and passing along traditions to younger generations. Thank you for supporting your child at GIVE West throughout this semester. We want to wish you a Happy Holiday and a Great New Year! We hope you all have a joyous and special holiday season with plenty of time to relax and enjoy family and friendships. Safe travels and warm tidings to every one of you!

Parent Center - Main Building

Consuelo.Garcia@gcpsk12.org

770-246-5341