Greencastle Gazette
News and Notes from Greencastle
Greencastle Elementary School
Website: https://www.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/schools/greencastlees/
Location: 13611 Robey Rd., Silver Spring, MD 20904
Phone: 240-740-1420
Where our Knights L.E.A.D. us to greatness!
The Headlines for This Week
Career Day
Book Fair
Teacher Appreciation Week
Testing Update
Field Day T-Shirts
Parent Input for Student Placement Next School Year
Summer School Information
Community School Partnerships and Opportunities
PTA Section
Calendar
This Week (4/29 - 5/3)
Monday, April 29
- Book Fair begins (Open during school hours)
- Grade 1 - Green and Gold Ceremony for MP3 at 9:10am
Tuesday, April 30
- Book Fair Open (Evening hours from 4pm - 7pm)
- Grade 2 - Green and Gold Ceremony for MP3 at 9:10am
- 5th Grade MCAP Testing
Wednesday, May 1
- Grade 3 - Green and Gold Ceremony for MP3 at 9:10am
- 5th Grade MCAP Testing
Thursday, May 2
- Book Fair Open (Evening hours from 4pm - 7pm)
- Grade 4 - Green and Gold Ceremony for MP3 at 9:10am
Friday, May 3
- Grade 5 - Green and Gold Ceremony for MP3 at 9:10am
Teacher Appreciation Week starts on Monday, May 6
Next Week (5/6 - 5/10)
Monday, May 6
- Teacher Appreciation Week Begins
Tuesday, May 7
- PTA Meeting (In-Person and Zoom) at 6:30pm
- The Principal Search Process will be explained by MCPS
Wednesday, May 8
- Health and Wellness Night at 6:30pm
Thursday, May 9
Friday, May 10
Career Day is Coming Soon
Do you have a career that you would love to show off to our students? Do you know someone who would be willing to talk about their career?
Greencastle's Career Day is Wednesday, June 5th from 9:30am-12:30pm. We need presenters for each hour. Email our school counselor, Ms. Bayuk, at jessica_n_bayuk@mcpsmd.org if you are available or interested.
In the evening of June 5th at 6pm, we will be hosting a college information session with Montgomery College. An RSVP link will be provided in the couple of weeks. Please reach out to Ms. Bayuk with questions about this opportunity.
Book Fair THIS WEEK
Our wonderful PTA has collaborated with Scholastic to offer a Book Fair for students to purchase books at a discounted price. The Book Fair will be open throughout the school day.
We are still looking for volunteers to support managing the Book Fair during the school day.
The Book Fair will be open for parents to stop by after school from 4pm to 7pm only on Tuesday (4/30) and Thursday (5/2).
Students do need to bring cash. Parents can pay with a card if they visit.
Teacher Appreciation Week
Next week, May 6 through May 10 is Teacher Appreciation Week. Our teachers at Greencastle do SOOO much for our students each and every day. Please consider doing something special for the teachers in your child's life. Here is a helpful guide to help you start thinking about little things you can do celebrate these amazing people.
Monday - A written card of appreciation
Tuesday - A sweet treat or piece of candy
Wednesday - Wear your teacher's favorite color
Thursday - Create a thank you video to email to a teacher
Friday - A drawing of the student and their teacher
Mr. Payne is working on a cumulative document to send with our teacher's favorite things!
Field Day T-Shirt Deadline Extended
The purchase of Field Day t-shirts has been extended until this Wednesday, May 1.
Click here to purchase your Field Day t-shirt. https://greencastle24.itemorder.com/shop/home/
Spring Testing Schedule and Information
Our annual spring testing season is coming up. Spring testing involves state required testing that evaluates Greencastle at a county and state level. Our student performance dictates the services and support we receive in the coming school years. The presentation linked below includes dates, practice questions links, and information about how you can ensure that your child is prepared for the upcoming assessments.
Thinking about Next School Year - Parent Input on Student
This is the time of the year where Greencastle teachers start thinking about class assignments for next school year for each student. Teachers spend a large amount of time articulating students based on their academic and social needs. Parents are a critical part of this process. We would greatly appreciate your input in helping us to better understand what your child needs in their classroom for next year.
We ask that you do not include any teacher names in your responses. We cannot guarantee that a student will be automatically placed in a specific teacher's class.
Summer School Information - Mark Your Calendars
This year, Greencastle Elementary students will have the opportunity to attend summer school for free. Here is some important information for you to know:
- Summer School Dates: July 8 - August 2, 9:15am - 1:45pm
- Summer School Location: Galway Elementary School
- This is due to construction happening at Greencastle.
- Paid after school care will be available through Montgomery County Recreation.
- Bus transportation will be provided.
- More information will be available soon regarding signing up and registration.
Summer School registration is open and available.
Community School Partnerships and Opportunities
Greencastle's pantry is available every TUESDAY and THURSDAY- please contact Mrs. Roberts or Mrs. Vandervall!!!
MCPS in Espanol-
Visit the website below to learn all about the activities and resources that are available in MCPS in Spanish.
PTA Section
The PTA is still looking to get 100 members! Will you be the 100th Member? Join Now!
PTA Board Nominations 2024-2025 due by Monday, May 6th.
Teacher Appreciation May 6-10th. The PTA is looking for volunteers and donations (monetary or in-kind) to help aid in during Teacher Appreciation Week. Click here or text “Appreciation” to (919) 626-3277 to donate. To volunteer email GreencastleESPTA@gmail.com
Spring Book Fair 4/29-5/3 volunteers needed, must complete volunteer training. Training must be completed by April 22nd, 2024.
- https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C094DAEA629ABF4C70-48484467-spring#/
The Greencastle Field Day T-Shirt Sale will begin on Monday, April 8. Order forms will be sent home on Monday, so please check backpacks. This year's t-shirt orders can be placed online at https://greencastle24.itemorder.com/ or by filling out the paper form and sending it to school along with payment. I hope that everyone chooses to order a shirt this year. We have a fun field day logo and everyone always looks great out there on the day of our Field Day event wearing their t-shirts. the deadline to order is Friday, April 19th, so don't wait, order today! Thank you in advance for your support!
Mr. Travis Payne, Acting Principal - travis_a_payne@mcpsmd.org
Mr. Cory Johnson, Assistant Principal - cory_a_johnson@mcpsmd.org
Ms. Linda Kuhn, Administrative Secretary - linda_s_kuhn@mcpsmd.org
Ms. Marnika Garner, Attendance Secretary and Registrar - marnika_d_garner@mcpsmd.org
Ms. Jessica Bayuk, School Counselor (K, 2nd, 4th) - jessica_n_bayuk@mcspmd.org
Ms. Claris Brock, School Counselor (1st, 3rd, 5th) - clairs_a_brock@mcspmd.org
Ms. Sharon Hammonds-Richardson, Student Support Teacher - sharon_j_hammonds-richardson@mcpsmd.org
Ms. Glenda Roberts, Parent Community Coordinator - glenda_e_roberts@mcpsmd.org
Ms. Tiy Vandervall, Community School Liaison - tiy_wright@mcpsmd.org