Grizzly News
September 6, 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!
Upcoming Dates
- Sept. 1-30: Parent GT Referral Window: Click HERE for info
- Sept. 9: Donuts with Grandparents (7:45 am -8:10 pm)
- Sept. 10: GFE Parent-Staff Compact Meeting
- Sept. 12: Open House (5:00 pm - 6:30 PM) **UPDATED***
- Sept. 15 - Oct. 15: Hispanic Heritage Month
- Sept. 18: Picture Day
- Sept. 18: Progress Reports
- Oct. 11: Field Day (Save the Date)
- Oct. 14 - Oct. 18: Fall Break
Tuesday Folders (Green & White with GFE Logo)
All students will bring home Tuesday folders starting this week:
- Left Side: Papers for parents/guardians to keep.
- Right Side: Papers need to be signed by parent/guardian, placed back inside of folder, and returned to teacher.
- Folders will be updated every Tuesday
Student of the Week!
Each week, a boy and girl from each grade level will be nominated for "GFE Student of the Week". Students will be celebrated by their peers and receive a special award from the campus principal. One lucky student will have an opportunity to be featured on the Weekly Parent Newsletter. Ismael is a 4th-grader at GFE whol is always positive and respectful. He showcases our PRIDE core values. He enjoys helping others and want to sponsor a Food Drive during the holiday season!
Parent Communication Survey | 24-25 | BOY
Thank you for your participation in our parent communication survey. Your newsletter will be sent each Friday by 5:30 PM.
School Reminders
MAP & Kinder Testing
MAP: NWEA's MAP Growth Assessment is an assessment tool that effectively measures academic achievement and progress. It provides teachers with accurate, actionable evidence to help inform instructional strategies regardless of how far students are above or below grade level.
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.
Get Connected Challenge!
Congratulations to our "Get Connected Facebook Winners"! Our 5th-Grade Team has Leveled Up! Thank you to all parents who participated in our challenge. Be on the lookout for additional opportunities for your teacher and/or student to LEVEL UP!
Transportation Changes
All transportation changes must be submitted via phone call (832.484.5700) to GFE Front Office before 2:30 PM. Thanks!
Nurse Updates
- Letters regarding missing immunizations to be sent home with your child this week.
- 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.
GFE's PTO is the best! Our parent/guardian volunteers work extremely hard to raise money and support every student and teacher. From classroom items, to helping beautify the campus, bringing in performers, providing lunch or readers, and much more, the PTO does it all.
We are grateful for the unwavering love and support from our PTO and encourage you to join this incredible group of volunteers!
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!
Please look for the Parent University Sign-Up Table in the cafeteria during OPEN HOUSE!
GRIZZLY PRIDE!
P.R.I.D.E.
Positivity
Respect
Integrity
Determination
Empathy
Announcements / Flyers
Please join us in the cafeteria for our Title I Meeting and PTO Year-at-a-Glance Updates from
4:30 PM - 5:00 PM before Open House Starts.