Parents,

Now, you must have your Circool account activated to visit the school. Please go ahead and do this. It only takes a few minutes. Once you have your account activated, the check in process will be much quicker as you just have to scan your Circool QR code and your visitor badge quickly prints out.

Things to know:

* Circool activation emails were sent last week to custodial parent emails that are in PowerSchool.

* Visitors who are not custodial parents will be able to sign in using a visitor link at the front desk. They need to bring a photo ID.

* If you have students at other Hoover schools, your QR code will work at all Hoover schools.

* Once parents have their account activated, we suggest you add Circool to your home screen on your phone and/or store a screenshot of your QR code for easy access.

* The check in process is very quick if you have your phone with your QR code ready when you enter. The printer is MUCH quicker than Raptor!

**Circool will be used when you come to Friends and Family Lunch, so let's be ready!!!

Thank you! Dr. Stocks

Dear Parents,

My name is Matthew Allen, one of the publishers of Enjoy Hoover, a bi-monthly magazine here in Hoover. This December, we are excited to announce that we will produce a special issue called Letters to Santa, featuring letters from elementary school students in Hoover to Santa Claus.

We would like to invite your child to submit their letter to us for a chance to have it printed in this magazine.

To participate, please read the following:

● Have your child hand-write their letter to Santa, using either a pencil or crayon. Let them write it in their own handwriting and do not correct spelling or other errors. The letter needs to truly be theirs!

● While not required, it’s highly encouraged for them to draw a picture on the same page as the letter. This can be holiday-themed (Santa, reindeer, snowy landscape, holiday imagery, etc)

● Have your child give their letter to their teacher by November 4, 2024. It is our hope that we can have this magazine published in time to give to guests at the City of Hoover’s annual Christmas tree lighting on November 28.

● Copies of the magazine will be available all over Hoover for free.

● We will select a limited number of letters from each school in Hoover to print in the magazine. We will also work to include all letters on our website, enjoyhoover.com, in December.

Thank you for your time. If you have questions, please feel free to email me at matthew@jbmcmedia.com.

The art show is fast approaching. It will be held Wednesday, November 20th from 4:30-6:30. The show is come and go, so come and leave as you please. We will have food trucks from Heavenly Donuts and Pazzo Pizza if you would like to grab a treat.

The art show serves as a fundraiser for the art program. All projects will be framed and you are able to purchase the art framed for $30. (They do not accept cash, card payment only) If you do not purchase your art, you will still get your art back un-framed later on. If you cannot attend and want to purchase your student's art, you can purchase online via the link above. You have the option to purchase the original and/or as many reproductions as possible! Feel free to send the link over to family and friends to see the virtual show. I can't wait for you to come visit the Greystone Elementary Art Museum soon. Let's make a great night!

This spring, illustrator Lee Harper will visit our school for our Enrichment Week, thanks to our wonderful PTA! Mrs. Richey will read his books to all students in preparation for his visit. Up next: Turkey Trouble. Help us decorate the cafeteria for our Friends & Family lunches and the illustrator visit in April by disguising a turkey! If you would like to participate, please return your turkey in disguise by November 18. The turkey template and letter were sent home on November 1. Be sure to put your child's first and last name on the back! Click here if you need another copy.

Sunday, 11/3 - Time Change - Move clocks back 1 hour

Monday, 11/4 - PTA Meeting - 10:00am ***Note the date change!!

Monday, 11/4 - Taco Mama Spirit Night - 5:00 - 9:00pm

Tuesday, 11/5 - Teacher Lunch *Did you volunteer to help?

Tuesday, 11/5 - PreK and K - Itty Bitty Bakers

Wednesday, 11/6 - 4th Grade Veterans Program for school

Thursday, 11/7 - 4th Grade to Pell City Veterans Home

Thursday, 11/7 - 4th Grade Veterans Program for families - 6:00pm

Friday, 11/8 - 2nd grade to Majestic Caverns

Friday, 11/8 - PreK and K - Mr. Larry

Saturday, 11/9 - Five Below Spirit Day - 10:00am - 9:00pm

Monday, 11/11 - No School - Veterans Day

Tuesday, 11/12 - HCS School Board Meeting - 5:30pm

Wednesday, 11/13 - 1st Grade - Mr. Larry

Thursday, 11/14 - Caps off for Diabetes Day - $1 to wear a hat on this day

Friday, 11/15 - HOUSE Day - Family meetings

Friday, 11/15 - Progress Reports available in the Parent Portal

Tuesday, 11/19 - K - Katie Jane from the Hoover Library

Wednesday, 11/20 - Friends and Family Lunch for Preschool, 2nd, 3rd, and 4th grades

Wednesday, 11/20 - Art Show - 4:30 - 6:30pm

Thursday, 11/21 - Friends and Family Lunch for PreK, K, 1st, and 5th grades

Monday - Friday, 11/25 - 11/29 - No School - Thanksgiving Holiday

Learn - Lead - Leave a Legacy

As a school community, we empower learners, inspire leaders, and encourage all children to reach their potential.

Empowering a generation of learners and leaders to leave a legacy.

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Email: sstocks@hoover.k12.al.us
Website: https://www.hoovercityschools.net/greystone
Location: 300 Village Street, Birmingham, AL, USA
Phone: 205-439-3200
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GreystoneElementarySchool/
Twitter: @greystoneelem

EQUAL EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES

(Board policy, 6.6) No student will be unlawfully excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination in any program or activity offered or sponsored by the Board on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, disability, creed, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, immigrant or migrant status, non-English speaking ability, or homeless status. All career and technical education opportunities are offered to all students regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, or disability. The district also provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups.

Mrs. Claire Jones-Moore, IDEA Coordinator

Mrs. Terri Coleman, 504 Coordinator

Mrs. Natasha Flowers, Title I Coordinator

Mrs. Natasha Flowers, Title II Coordinator

Mrs. Natasha Flowers, Title III Coordinator

Dr. Terry Lamar, Title IX Coordinator

Hoover City Schools 2810 Metropolitan Way Hoover, AL 35243 (205) 439-1000

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(Board policy, 5.14.1) The Board is an equal opportunity employer. Personnel actions and decisions will be made without regard to factors or considerations prohibited by federal or state law (as such laws may from time to time be amended), including but not limited to race, gender, gender identity, age, disability, national origin, citizenship, religious preference, pregnancy, genetic information, political affiliation, military service, sexual orientation, or other non-merit based factors. Subject to the limitations set forth in 4.6.2, the general complaint (grievance) policy (4.6.1) may be used to present any complaint alleging unlawful discrimination or harassment. Inquiries regarding compliance and complaint procedures can be directed to:

Mrs. Kristi Williams, Equal Opportunity Employment Coordinator

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