GES Family Update
9.4.24
Mr. Harris' Thoughts
GES Families,
I had (more than usual) positive feedback about the first 2 days and our arrival process. Things have started out very smoothly and there are a couple of updates, below.
I want to thank you for trusting us with your children each day and communication is so critical to every child's success. Please remember that your child's teacher is the first line of communication for all things here at school.
Thank you!
David S. Harris
Principal - Greenville Elementary School
Food at School (reminders)
Our policies and handbook do indicate a few things of note...
- Sharing of food at school is not allowed due to known and unknown allergies. This includes birthday treats, special occasions, etc...
- Children may bring what you pack them for lunch each day. This includes special items for dessert, caffeine beverages, etc... (Our handbook does state that soda is not allowed. Soda is defined as full sugar beverages such as Mountain dew or Pepsi) We do encourage healthy snacks and food for these young brains, but we will not prohibit these items at lunch.
- We would like children to have a healthy snack during the day if possible.
Arrival Update
Starting on Monday, September 9th, we will have children just walk into the building through their assigned doors. This will include using door #15 for drop off students. We will have plenty of staff on the playground to assist with any confusion.
Dismissal Update
The pick up line was efficient yesterday. It did take 3 minutes longer than usual. That was mostly due to parents picking up their family cards in line. I anticipate today will be even better! We do have a couple of changes to the pick up process. These changes are because of three things:
- Distraction to the first grade wing. There is a lot of activity in the driveway starting at about 1:30 with parents lining up for dismissal.
- Access to our parking lot. there are vehicles going the wrong way into the parking lot at school because it is difficult navigating the line.
- Access for first responders. We do need to keep the lane clear without assigning staff to ask vehicles to move in the event we need to call 911.
So, pickup cars will begin lining up at the 2 cones you see pictured below . At 2:30, the cars in line will then proceed to the pickup line. This is new and we will monitor the efficacy of this process with dismissal staff for 2 weeks.
Culinary Kids
Please see the linked flyer below about a great experience for our 4th graders.
Calendar
GES Student/Parent Handbook
The GES student/parent handbook has everything you need to know about our procedures here at school. Please take some time to look at the information.
Greenville Elementary School
Email: davidharris@hasd.org
Website: https://www.hasd.org/schools/ges/index.cfm
Location: W6822 Greenridge Drive, Greenville, WI, USA
Phone: 920.757.7160
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