The Greencastle Gazette
Dear Greencastle Families,
It's hard to believe we are two weeks away from the end of the first marking period. Let's finish strong! Don't forget to sign up for your parent-teacher conference with your child's teacher. Here are a few more important announcements and reminders for this coming week.
Picture Day is Monday, October 21 and Tuesday, October 22. Check your email for more information about your child's scheduled date and time.
The Black and Brown Coalition for Educational Equity and Excellence (BBC) is hosting a Town Hall featuring MCPS Superintendent Dr. Thomas Taylor, on Wednesday, October 23 at 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. at Wheaton High School (12401 Dalewood Drive, Silver Spring, MD 20906.) Dr. Taylor will discuss key issues affecting our community and schools. To RSVP click the link HERE. Childcare is limited to 80 children and available for children up to Grade 2.
Robey Road Crosswalk Update: We received confirmation that our crosswalk and crossing guard will be moved within a week. This is exciting news! In the meantime, there is no left turn on Robey Road once you exit the parking lot. We have a lot of families and students crossing Robey Road and we must keep them safe. When you exit the parking lot it is a right turn only on to Robey Road.
I hope you had a great weekend and we look forward to seeing you promptly at 9:00 a.m. (door open at 8:40 a.m.)
Mrs. Dean
Principal
This Week
- Monday, October 21 - Friday, October 25: Mental Health Awareness Week
- Monday, October 21: Community Engagement with Dr. Thomas Taylor, Superintendent @ Paint Branch HS; 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
- Monday, October 21 & Tuesday, October 22: Fall Picture Day
- Friday, October 25: The Color Party @ 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. (Greencastle ES)
Upcoming Dates
Monday, November 4: Grading and Planning for the end of term; No School for Students
Tuesday, November 5: General Election Day—Schools and offices closed; No School for Students
Monday, November 11: Greencastle ES Open House @ 9:15 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. REGISTER HERE
Wednesday, November 13: Gifted & Talented Virtual Parent Meeting (Grades 2-3) @ 6:30 p.m.
Monday, November 25 & Tuesday, November 26: Early Release Day; Parent -Teacher Conferences
Wednesday, November 27 - Friday, November 29: Thanksgiving Break; Schools and Offices Closed
Session Location: Paint Branch High School, 14121 Old Columbia Pike, Burtonsville
The sessions allow parents, students, staff and community members to connect with the superintendent and to share input on two key questions regarding the district's operations and academics.
Interpretation services will be available in Spanish and American Sign Language.
Regarding operations, what is working well in the district and what needs attention?
Regarding academics, what should be done differently to improve student academic results?
Attendees will have the opportunity to voice feedback verbally during the session. Those who prefer to submit feedback digitally can do so on this Google form.
The Castle will be open on Monday, November 11th! Families, you are invited to join your student(s) in the building and interact with them in the classroom during our Open House. Come. We encourage you to visit and shadow your student for the morning. Here is our agenda for Open House.
- 9:15 a.m. - Welcome Presentation & School Improvement Plan Presentation (Multipurpose Room)
- 9:45 a.m. - Visit your student(s) classroom
- 12:00 p.m. - Open House Concludes
Please complete the registration form to attend.
Hey Knight Families!
If you ordered Spirit Wear, your student should have brought it home on Monday or Tuesday. If you did not receive your order, please contact us at GreencastleESPTA@gmail.com.
A Knight to Remember: A Color Party is happening this Friday, October 25, 2024! Don’t miss your last chance to get pre-sale prices! Tickets at the door will be higher and won’t include the Ultimate Party Package.
Ticket Options:
- Dance — Admission Only: $5 Pre-Sale / $10 at the Door
- Dance & Food: Admission, Slice of Pizza, Chips & Beverage — $10 Pre-Sale / $15 at the Door
- Platinum Package: Admission, Slice of Pizza, Chips, Beverage & Cotton Candy — $15 Pre-Sale / $20 at the Door
- Ultimate Package: Admission, Slice of Pizza, Chips, Beverage, Cotton Candy, and Face/Body (Arms) Paint — $20 Pre-Sale Only
Save the Date!
Join us for Chipotle Knight on Wednesday, November 13th, from 4-8 p.m. at 13801 Outlet Dr., Silver Spring, MD 20904. More details will be coming home soon!
Our next PTA meeting is on Tuesday, December 3rd, and will be held in a hybrid format. However, we strongly encourage in-person attendance for a special guest and our Book Fair!
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