 Dear GFES Families,
As we enter into our final quarter, I want to take a minute to share with you our school's mission and vision statements:
Our Mission
Our mission as a school community is to educate each student to become a responsible, caring individual who learns to learn and loves to learn. We do this by creating opportunities for students to explore, think critically, collaborate, and problem solve in an environment of awareness of respect for self and others. We do this so that our students are empowered to become lifelong learners and strong ethical citizens who positively impact their school and community.
The community of learners of Great Falls Elementary School envisions a diverse community of learners working together to achieve their limitless potential as moral, conscientious citizens.
- Students will develop an awareness of community resources and how they can make a difference within that community.
- Students will develop a sense of purpose and an awareness of societal responsibility.
- Students will be sensitive to individual differences.
- Students will accept diversity.
- Students, parents, and staff will collaboratively be accountable for high achievement in the classroom and within the community.
As a staff, we review these statements as they are descriptions of what we would like to achieve or accomplish and are intended to serves as clear guides for choosing current and future courses of action. I share this with you so you join us by reinforcing these goals at home as well.
Thank you!
Sara Harper
Class Placement Survey
We would like your input as we begin the task of determining class placements for the next school year. Soon, our staff will work collaboratively to begin planning teacher and student assignments for next year. We would like you to assist us in determining class placement by sharing your insights about your child through our google form located here.
Please note:
- All comments should be positive. These forms will be shared with all school staff as we work to create class groupings.
- Due to constant changes in personnel, we will not accept requests for specific teachers; this includes hints that reference specific teachers.
- While it’s helpful to share names of your child’s friends, remember that assigning a child to be with all of their friends cannot be our highest priority.
- If you prefer, handwritten forms will also be accepted. Please print, then enclose the form in a sealed envelope and submit to the front office.
- The deadline for any correspondence regarding the upcoming school year is Friday, May 17.
Although we have much more to accomplish this academic year, it is very exciting to prepare for the new school year! We look forward to another successful and collaborative effort between the GFES staff, students, and community.
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Field Day T-Shirts
DON’T WAIT, ORDER NOW!
Order Your GFES Field Day Gear Day! Show your School Pride and order your field day tee today! ALL ORDERS MUST BE PLACED ONLINE THIS YEAR! You can access the online ordering by clicking on the link below. These items will only be sold for a limited time!
Order Deadline: Friday, April 12th
https://greatfalls19.itemorder.com
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SOL Testing - Device Policy Use Information
With the SOL tests a few weeks away, it is important for parents to understand the importance of the cell phone/electronic device policy within a testing environment. Any personal devices carried into the testing environment will be subject to the school’s established procedures for addressing this as a test security concern. We do our best to ensure that all student devices are turned off and stored away during a time of testing. If you have any questions about our school’s cell phone/electronic device policy please contact Christopher Litz, Assistant Principal.
Family Engagement survey reminder!
We value your opinion so much that we are sending out a special reminder for you to complete the FCPS Family Engagement Survey.
On March 24th, you received an FCPS Family Engagement Survey!
Please complete the survey letting us know how we are doing in the areas of
- communicating,
- providing you opportunities to partner,
- developing positive relationships,
- ensuring student success and more.
The information we learn from you will help us strengthen family engagement and continue fostering a Caring Culture throughout FCPS.
There are 3 ways you can complete the survey.
- Check your email for an invitation sent with a survey link from Dr. Scott Brabrand, Superintendent with the subject line: FCPS Family Engagement Survey.
- Ask the front office staff for a paper survey. You can complete it right there on the spot.
- Complete the online survey using one of the school iPads or computers. The office staff would be happy to show you an available computer for you to complete the survey electronically at the school.
For a direct link to the survey click HERE
We honor your opinion and commitment to your child and our schools. We strive to make it a better place for ALL!
PTA Updates:
PTA GENERAL MEETING: Wed, Apr 10, 9:45am
GFES Roadrunner 5k or Fun Run: Sun, May 5
Celebrate Great Falls Golf Tournament: Mon, May 20; Early bird registration pricing extended to April 15; http://www.greatfallsgolf.org/
BoxTop$: Keep collecting BoxTop$; Submit to school office by April 12 to be entered into the 3rd Quarter raffle
Remember:
- No school - Apr 15 - 19
- Spirit Day Every Friday - Get your SPIRIT on! Wear your GFES spirit wear or school colors (blue & gold) to school.
- Shop Amazon GFES-Shop.com
- Great Falls Creamery - Every Wed a portion of the proceeds goes back to GFES PTA
GFES Roadrunner 5K/Fun Run
“Superhero Dash”
Suit up, grab your favorite cape, and join us for a fun race! There will also be a costume contest!
Sunday, May 5 at GFES (track and surrounding neighborhood)
Check-in – 7:30am
Warm-up – 8:00am
5k Race – 8:15am
Fun Run – 9:00am
Walkers welcome. Races held rain or shine. No pets please.
Registration form: 2019 5K and Fun Run Registration form.pdf
Registration deadline extended for runners, walkers, and to become a family or corporate sponsor. Pre-register to be guaranteed a race day t-shirt.
Please place sponsorship/registration forms in the front office collection box.
Registration is also available the day of the event for an additional $5 and race t-shirts available only while supplies last on a first come/first serve basis.
We also need race day volunteers, please email 5kandFunRun@gfespta.com if interested.
River Bend Golf & Country Club
Early Bird Registration Extended to April 15th!
Join us!
Proceeds of golf tournament benefit our local elementary schools: Colvin Run, Forestville, and Great Falls. The tournament includes a 4 person scramble, dinner and awards. Receptions follow both the morning and afternoon shotguns. Lots of prizes and lots of fun. For more info click HERE.
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