Gayman Gazette

• Wednesday, January 29th @ 9:00AM: GHSA General Meeting
• Wednesday, January 29th @ 3:30PM: Kindness Counts Club (Date Change)
• Thursday, January 30th @ 3:30PM: Musical Rehearsal - "I Won't Grow Up" & "Maybe"
• Friday, January 31st: BINGO with "Howdy Hudak"
• Monday, February 3rd @ 3:30PM: Musical Rehearsal - "Freak Flag" & "Story of My Life"
• Tuesday, February 4th @ 3:30PM: Musical Rehearsal - "We're in a Play"
• Wednesday, February 5th: Mustang Spirit Day
• Thursday, February 6th @ 5:30-7:00PM: Gayman Science Fair
• Friday, February 7th: Super Bowl Spirit Day & Pep Rally
• Friday, February 7th: 2nd GR PEN Field Trip
• Friday, February 7th @ 6:00-8:00PM: GHSA VIP & Me Dance
• Monday, February 10th @ 3:30PM: Musical Rehearsal - "Pure Imagination", "Oh the things", "Beauty & the Beast" and "Hola Lola"
• Tuesday, February 11th @ 3:30PM: Musical Rehearsal - "In Summer", "Sparkle", "I Won't Grow up", & "Maybe"
• Wednesday, February 12th: Town Hall Assembly
• Wednesday, February 12th @ 3:30PM: Musical Rehearsal - "We're in a Play", "Story of My Life", & "Freak Flag"
• Friday, February 14th: No School for Students (Teacher In-Service)
• Friday, February 14th @ 12:00-4:00PM: GHSA Blood Drive
• Monday, February 17th: CBSD Closed (Presidents Day)

* Click here for the 2024-2025 District Calendar.

** Click here for access the 2024-2025 Gayman School Calendar.

* Click Here for the 2025-2026 District Calendar.

CHOIR REHEARSAL - DAY 2

STRINGS LESSONS - DAY 4

BAND LESSONS - DAY 5

• Gayman Elementary Website
• Gayman Facebook Group
• January Breakfast Menu
• January Lunch Menu
• February Breakfast Menu
• February Lunch Menu

We’re getting close to the big night! Students should be starting to wrap up their projects so that they can organize their findings onto a display (tri-fold) for the big night.

Please label the project with Name(s), Teacher(s), and Grade(s). The total area for display may not exceed 30” x 40”, so please plan accordingly.

For specific information about what to include on the tri-fold, please review the Science Fair Packet.

Planning ahead: Projects may be brought to school on WEDNESDAY, February 5th, from 4:00 P.M. until 5:00 P.M.

Please enter through the doors under the Gayman Elementary School sign peak and you will be directed as to where to take your child’s project.

Thank you!

At Gayman, the use of student cell phones/SMART Watches/personal devices in school is prohibited. As a reminder, these devices are to be silenced and remain in backpacks during the school day. If communication is needed, it will take place with the support of the school office during the school day.

Please be sure to share these expectations with your child as this policy will be enforced by teachers/staff in coordination with District Board policies and our student handbook.

Thank you to everyone who sent in donations for Student Council's art supply drive. We collected 450 items to donate to the Cradles to Crayons organization. These items will be distributed to kids in need, giving them the tools they need to be school ready, confident, and excited to learn. Thank you for making a difference in these children's lives.

As we are now into the winter season...

If there is inclement weather in our forecast, then there may be a 2-hour delay. Should that occur, please plan for the following schedule:

• Grades 1-6: 10:35AM - 3:15PM
• AM Kindergarten: 10:35AM - 12:20PM
• PM Kindergarten: 1:30PM - 3:15PM

Any additional inclement weather days will be Flexible Instruction Days (FID). So, now is a good time to locate the FID books that were sent home with each family at Back to School Night. There are two books inside a blue drawstring bag with your child’s name on it.

For additional information about FID Days, please click on the link below:

• General Information can be found about Flexible Instruction Days here: Flexible Instructional Day (FID) / Home
• If your child’s FID book has been misplaced, the content can be located here: CBSD FID Workbooks

As we are now into Winter and more of our students are wearing jackets and other outside winter gear, please consider labeling your child's things with his/her name.

Our "Lost and Found" area is adding sweatshirts, jackets, and hats, every day. Encourage your child to check for their missing items.

Did you know there's a webpage on CBSD.org where you can get information on various community events and activities happening around Central Bucks? Flyers that used to go in backpacks or were sent home with students are being collected on the district's "e-Flyer Folder" webpage. Check it out now! Recent additions include information on a CB West baseball clinic; the Young Rembrandts after-school art club; the Shining Knights after-school chess club; and Bricks4kidz at many CBSD elementary schools.

CBSD's "Making Practices Public” webpage provides families one-stop access to important resources concerning operational processes; major projects; family supports; and more. Recent information added to the page includes: School Schedule Changes; Roadmap for Finding Community Supports and Services; Family Guide for Special Education Services; "Update the 8" Elementary Capital Project; Title IX Information and Regulations; and 2025 Guidelines for Professional Staff Hiring. Visit webpage

Lunch costs have increased by $.10 for the 24-25 school year.

The district is continuing to offer free breakfast!

Lunch Cost: $2.85

CBSD utilizes the online platform MySchoolBucks for school meal payments, making it easy to oversee a child's meal choices and maintain their account balance. It is important that an account is created for every student, regardless of whether they take part in school meals or not.

You can access MySchoolBucks to view and/or set up an account for your student(s) here.

To set up an account, you will need your child(ren)'s student identification number(s), which can be found in the Parent Portal.

The application for free and reduced meal pricing for the 2024-25 school year is open. You can access the online application for Free & Reduced Meals by clicking here. The application must be submitted each year AND for each child. If your child received free or reduced lunch last year, you must re-apply for the 24-25 school year.

Learn more by visiting the full informational webpage here.

Please join us for the General Home and School Meeting in the All-Purpose room on January 29th at 9am.

Mr. Shaw, our QUEST/STEM Teacher, will be speaking at this Home and School meeting. Mr. Shaw will be sharing his expertise on two important topics: 3D Printing and School device use/Digital Citizenship.

Join us to learn about the fascinating world of 3D printing and how it is being integrated into our educational programs. Additionally, Mr. Shaw will provide valuable insights on managing screen time and ensuring device safety for our students.

Don't miss this informative session! We look forward to seeing you there.

We look forward to seeing everyone who RSVP'd for the dance on February 7th at 6pm for a fun filled family dance.

Friendly Reminers:

• All students must be accompanied by an adult!
• Gayman students only!
• Doors will open at 6pm
• Dress to impress!
• Fun music to dance the night away.
• Photobooth to create memories.
• Light refreshments available and a candy bar for the kids!

If you can volunteer to help at the dance or want to donate candy please SIGN UP HERE!

Gayman Home and School is proud to sponsor our next blood drive with the American Red Cross on February 14th from 12:00-4:00PM. An estimated 38% of Americans are eligible to give blood or platelets, but of those less than 10% actually donate each year. If you are healthy and eligible, come out to donate.

All who come to give Jan. 27-Feb. 28, 2025, will receive a $15 e-gift card to a merchant of choice. For details, visit RedCrossBlood.org/Flurry.

To donate SIGN UP HERE! Search "Gayman" and then select a time that works for you.

Learn more about the organization in this video: https://www.waituntil8th.org/our-story

School reminders that will remain in all issues of the Gazette.

All absences must be entered through the Parent Portal.

Click here for more information, including directions on how to upload a student absence: Managing Student Attendance.

CBSD wishes to remind families of important information regarding attendance. Pennsylvania's school laws, like Act 138 of 2016 and the updated Act 16, outline what is required for mandatory school attendance and procedures to follow when students are absent or late. Learn more.

Student dismissal begins promptly at 3:15PM.

If you need to pick your child up early for an appointment, please pick them up no later then 2:45PM. After 2:45PM, your child can be dismissed with the other walkers, bus riders, and car riders in his/her classroom to ensure a safe and efficient dismissal for everyone. Thank you!

To volunteer at a class party or chaperone a field trip, your clearances must be up-to-date & on file with Central Bucks School District.

If your clearances are current, upload them into the App Garden - Volunteer Tracker. If your clearances have expired, or you need to begin the clearance process, click on the Required Documents for the directions. For more information, consult the Human Resources Volunteer Required Paperwork webpage.

Families of students who will be eligible for kindergarten in CBSD in 2025-26 are now able to register online. Families of students in any grade who will be new to CBSD in the 2025-26 school year are also able to register. Learn more about registration here and start a new registration application here.

Gayman Elementary School

Shawn Ortman, Principal

Jennifer Snyder, Assistant Principal

Jennifer Costello, Office Administrative Assistant

Website: https://www.cbsd.org/gayman
Location: 4440 Point Pleasant Pike, Doylestown, PA, United States
Phone: 2678934350
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/516165478928057
Twitter: @CBGaymanES