Shoemaker March Newsletter
March Newsletter
March 1, 2023
March is Here! Spring is Around the Corner!
Shoemaker Families,
March 1st means a lot of things as we near the start of Spring. Personally, March first is my birthday and while I still am getting older it does make me reflect on the fact that I have been at Shoemaker serving as the principal for the past 14 years. I know, wow right! I'm so proud of the students and staff that I've known and built relationships with over the years as well as the many parents that I have built relationships and worked with. It is a blessing to be an Eagle!
We will continue to have a number of events taking place during the month of March. Spring break will occur during the week of March 4th-8th. Enjoy that additional time with family and friends! We will also be having our 4th and 5th grade Spring music concerts on March 21st. Finally, we will have our Good News Club after school continuing and starting a Discovery Kids after school program as well. Have a great March!
Mr. Wolfe
Principal/Shoemaker Elementary
Additional Info for Parents
Assessment Season Looms!
As March nears an end we will begin preparing for our upcoming state achievement tests (NSCAS). These assessments will take place during the month of April along with another round of DIBELS testing for all grades. We will keep you updated on testing pieces during the Spring!
Important Dates for March
Spring Break with NO school during March 4-8.
Good News club after school on March 14, 21, and 28th. Our last session is March 28th
Discovery kids begins on March 29th on Tuesdays through May
4th and 5th grade music program on March 21st.
Spirit day and snack sales is March 22nd
NO school on Friday March 29th
NO school on Monday, April 1st
New GIPS Parent Resources Information
"Grand Island Public Schools is excited to partner with the Cook Center for Human Connection and their website ParentGuidance.org. This is a mental health resource for parents and provides parents a trusted place to go for real answers, to find support and real help for their children.
Spring Break/No School
Monday, Mar 4, 2024, 08:00 AM
Shoemaker Elementary School, West Old Potash Highway, Grand Island, NE, USA
4th and 5th Grade Music Concert
Thursday, Mar 21, 2024, 07:00 PM
Shoemaker Elementary School, West Old Potash Highway, Grand Island, NE, USA
Highlights
Teacher Spotlight
Spotlight for March: Mr. Williams
Mr. Williams is a fifth grade teacher at Shoemaker. He was born in Tecumseh, Nebraska and graduated from Peru State college. Mr. Williams just got married in December and his wife is also a teacher. He doesn’t have a pet right now but they are hoping to get a golden retriever this summer. His hobbies include playing/watching sports, spending time with family, and going to the lake! Mr. Williams favorite Shoemaker memory is when he got to go to Timberlake Ranch Camp last year! He enjoyed kayaking, zorb ball, having a campfire, hiking trails and enjoying the outdoors. We are glad to have Mr. Williams here at shoemaker!
100th day of school
100th day of school
Mrs. Hermance's class 100 days brighter!
Mancala Tournament
Our annual mancala tournament came down to a first grader and a 5th grader!!