The Gator Bite
Greenfield Elementary 2018-2019
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Parent Reminders
Annual Update Reminder
If you have yet to do so, please complete the Annual Update through Infinite Campus. This is a new process that requires your review of information such as address and telephone numbers. In addition, you are also required to give your approval on whether your child may be photographed.
Electronic Device Agreement
The yearly Electronic Device Agreement is required if your child has a cell phone or smart watch on campus. Please download the form provided at the link below, sign and return to their teacher as soon as possible.
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Early Release on Wednesday
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September Calendar of Events
Tuesday, September 18: Fall Pictures (Individual)
Wednesday, September 19: 6th Grade Science Camp Departs, Early Release, 2:25 p.m.
Thursday, September 20: Student Council Meeting, 8 a.m.
Friday, September 21: Wear Gator Green! 6th Grade Science Camp Returns
Monday, September 24: Parent Teacher Conferences (by appointment)
Tuesday, September 25: Parent Teacher Conferences (by appointment), SOS Presentation 12:30 p.m. for 6th Grade and 1 p.m. for 5th Grade
Wednesday, September 26: Parent Teacher Conferences (by appointment), Early Release, 2:25 p.m.
Thursday, September 27: Parent Teacher Conferences (by appointment), Half-Day Dismissal, 12:25 p.m.
Friday, September 28: Wear Gator Green!, Parent Teacher Conferences (by appointment), Half-Day Dismissal, 12:25 p.m.
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Pick-up and Drop-off Reminders
- If your student arrives after 8:33 in the morning, he or she will need to check in at the front office as the gates will be closed.
- Poinciana is not a designated car pick-up area. If you need to pick up your child from your vehicle, you can choose either the parent pick-up loop or Greenfield Lot.
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Suicide Prevention Month
September is Suicide Prevention month. Parent University is offering several different opportunities for parents to learn about the second leading cause of death of children ages 5-24. Please help by promoting these FREE classes:
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9/10/18: Signs of Suicide (SOS)
As part of our commitment to prevention education, Gilbert Public Schools (GPS) is offering depression awareness and suicide prevention training as part of the SOS (Signs of Suicide) Prevention Program. The program has proven to be successful at increasing help seeking by students concerned about themselves or a friend and is the only school-based suicide prevention program listed by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration as an evidence-based program. It helps students and adults demystify the confusion around what constitutes normal development and what may be a potentially serious issue.
The SOS Prevention Program is utilized at the elementary schools in 5th - 6th grades; and from 7th - 12th grades at the secondary level. We will review the presentations, and the SOS Portal for Parents that is posted on the GPS website for your information.
9/18/18: The Ripple Effect Documentary
A movie and a mission to eradicate suicide. This film is a part of a global mission to reduce suicides and suicide attempts around the world. Through sharing stories of survival and recovery, they are creating significant awareness of this health crisis while helping people find the support they need to stay alive, heal and #BeHereTomorrow!
9/25/18: Angst - Helping your child manage anxiety
Angst is a 56-minute film that explores anxiety, its causes, effects and what we can do about it. The filmmakers' goal is to have a global conversation and raise awareness around anxiety. Angst features candid interviews with kids and young adults who suffer, or have suffered, from anxiety and what they've learned about it. The film includes discussions with mental health experts about the causes of anxiety and its sociological effects, as well as help, resources and tools.
REGISTER TODAY:
Any questions, please contact Wendi Howe, 480-373-5590, wendi.howe@gilbertschools.net
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Early in 2018, GPS began the process to adopt a new English Language Arts Curriculum for grades K-6. Many potential programs were evaluated, and Pearson ReadyGEN was selected by the GPS Adoption Committee to pilot in Quarter 1 of the 2018-2019 school year. ReadyGEN is an integrated literacy program focused on reading, writing, speaking, and listening and designed to prepare students for college and careers.
Following the Quarter 1 pilot, feedback will be analyzed, and a recommendation will be made to the board. We welcome parents and community members to view the materials and provide feedback. Full sets of all grade level materials are on display at the District Office, Building B, 7:30am - 4:30pm until September 28, 2018. Additional sample sets are available for viewing at several schools: Ashland Ranch, Augusta Ranch, Finley Farms, Highland Park, Meridian, Oak Tree, Playa del Rey, Settler’s Point, Superstition Springs, and Val Vista Lakes. Electronic feedback forms are available at all of these locations. GPS values your feedback and appreciates your commitment to our students and families.
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Greenfield Elementary
Email: greenfieldinfo@gilbertschools.net
Website: http://gilbertgreenfield.ss11.sharpschool.com/
Location: 2550 East Elliot Road, Gilbert, AZ, USA
Phone: (480) 892-2801
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GreenfieldElementaryGators/
Twitter: @GrESGators