Gulledge STRONG
Serving Together & Reaching Our Goals - 1/23/2020
IN THIS EDITION
- Note from the Nurse
- Yearbook Ordering Information
- Federal Report Card Information
- Gulledge PTA News
- Plano ISD News
- Helpful Links
MANAGING FLU SEASON TOGETHER
Managing flu season responsibly is a team effort. See our tips and resources on the Plano ISD website and remember to keep students with flu symptoms home until they have been symptom-free for 24 hours.
STATE & FEDERAL SCHOOL REPORT CARDS AVAILABLE
The 2018-2019 School Report Cards for Gulledge Elementary has now been released, and posted to the Gulledge Elementary website www.pisd.edu/Gulledge_ar. The report provides information concerning student performance on the State of Texas Assessments of Academic Readiness (STAAR), as well as information on student enrollment, class size averages, and financial expenditures. The information contained in the School Report Card is described in the “School Report Card Definitions.” The Federal Report Card is also available at https://tea.texas.gov/FRC.aspx.
If you have any questions concerning the School Report Cards, please let us know. Thank you for your continued support of Gulledge Elementary.
Upcoming Dates
THURSDAY, JANUARY 30
- Choir Practice - 2:45-3:45 PM
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THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 5
- Choir Practice - 2:45-3:45 PM
Superbowl of Caring Jan 21 – Jan 31
Starting on Tuesday, January 21 there will be a collection box for the Souper Bowl of Caring in the lobby by the front office. Please help the Girl Scouts of Troop 6601 help our neighbors in need by donating food through Jan 31. Donations will go to Minnie's Food Pantry in Plano.
Last Call - Send in your Box Tops Clips Now
Send all traditional Box Tops clips to school now so they can be included in Gulledge’s spring earnings check.
- No expired Box Tops please.
- Send in a small plastic bag (50 max./bag).
- DEADLINE FEBRUARY 10
This is the FINAL physical collection— the program has gone digital.
Shop for Groceries, Earn for Gulledge
Join the Tom Thumb Good Neighbor program today with our organization #, and they will donate a percentage of your purchases to Gulledge Elementary.
Get started with 2 easy steps:
- Complete attached form (our # is pre filled)
- Return form to their customer service desk or email it to them at good.neighbor@tomthumb.com.
Gulledge Reading Program Deadlines
We hope your students are enjoying participating in our 2x2 Reading Program (K-2) and our Bluebonnet Reading Program (3-5). The deadline to turn in your completed reading form is February 14th. Please visit www.gulledgePTA/readingprograms for all the details.
Volunteers Needed
Gulledge PTA has several big events upcoming like our Friendship Party, Book Fair and Field Day and we need YOU! It’s not too late to complete your yearly background check with the district and get involved. Contact Yulia at volutneers@gulledgepta.org with any questions.
Reminder: Plano ISD Stadium Bag Policy
SKI Plano 2020 Is February 8, Save the Date
Join us for this totally rad, 80's themed night of fundraising, dancing and fun! SKI Plano is sure to be a night to remember. The Plano ISD Education Foundation (PISDEF) is the 501(c) (3) organization with a mission to help all students in the Plano Independent School District achieve their full potential by providing financial support to educators and academic programs. The organization raises funds that support priority projects for which tax dollars are not available. This year, the supported programs include robotics, AVID, Grants to Educators and more. It is our hope that you will join us and help spread the word about this amazing event. And be sure to dig out your neon sweaters and favorite cassette tracks from the 80's!
FEDERAL MEAL APPLICATIONS
Families who wish to apply for free or reduced priced meals need to complete a new Free and Reduced Price Meal Application every school year.
To apply for Free and Reduced lunch, please apply at PISD.edu/fansapply
Paper applications are available at the campus site. Households need to allow 10 business days for processing.
Download the Plano ISD App
Did you know that Plano ISD has an app for smartphones?
On the app you can:
- View student grades and attendance
- Access school and staff info
- View news stories
- Receive important alerts
- View calendar info
- Access PISD's tipline
More information can be found at: https://www.pisd.edu/mobileapp
Visit the Google Play or Apple App Store to download it today!
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Gulledge Elementary
Email: denise.bleggi@pisd.edu
Website: www.pisd.edu/gulledge
Location: 6801 Preston Meadow Drive, Plano, TX, USA
Phone: 469-752-1301
Twitter: @gulledgegators