Gainfield School News
November 20, 2021
Message from Mr. Romeo
Greetings from GES!
As this is the last school newsletter before Thanksgiving, I wanted to extend my best wishes to each of our Gainfield families for a wonderful holiday.
Enjoy the weekend!
Sincerely,
Jon Romeo
Principal
Toys for Tots Drive
Toys for Tots is back at Gainfield School!
Please consider donating an unwrapped toy to the Toys for Tots drive starting Monday, November 15th. Your support will give less fortunate children in our community something to look forward to during the holiday season. The last day to bring in toys is December 1st.
Thank you!
Dec. 9th - Dress Like Mr. Y Day
Students and staff are invited to celebrate Mr. Y's birthday on December 9th by participating in our annual "Dress Like Mr. Y Day" activity.
Break out your sportiest clothes for one of the best days of the year at GES!
Dec. 10th - PJ Day for the Kids
Give $1 – Wear your PJs to School – Support Kids with Cancer
PJ Day for the Kids kicks off its 11th year with a mission to not only raise money, but to honor the brave kids fighting cancer at Connecticut Children’s. Join us as students and businesses across Connecticut wear their PJs for the kids on Friday, December 10th.
Message from the Gainfield PTO
VILLARINA'S PASTA
Sunday 11/21 is the last day for ordering your frozen Villarina's Pasta meals! For $18, you can have a restaurant-quality selection in your freezer for whenever you want a warm & easy meal. (Each meal feeds 2-3 people.) You can also have grandparents or neighbors order - just use this link to see the different meal options and place your order via credit card!
GES SKI TRIP
Save the Date for our GES Ski Trips at Mount Southington. We have two dates to ski or snowboard together: Saturday 1/8 and Sunday 1/30. Keep an eye out for more info soon!
CHIPOTLE DINING OUT NIGHT UPDATE
Thank you to all that came out to Chipotle night on Wednesday. Between your online orders and your in-person orders, Chipotle is giving back $488 to the PTO so we can continue to support GES staff and students! WOW!!
HOLIDAY FAIR UPDATE
The holiday fair was a bit hit with staff and students! It was so wonderful to have that tradition back after a year off. Thanks to all of the volunteers and to the families that sent in $ for their children to shop. We hope everyone enjoys their gifts!
PTO Website: https://gainfield.ptboard.com/home
Facebook: facebook.com/gainfieldelementaryschoolpto
Instagram: @gainfieldschool
November Menu from the Cafeteria
Upcoming Events
Sunday, November 21st
- Last day to place an order with Villarina's (PTO Fundraiser)
- Thanksgiving Recess - School is not in session
Thursday, December 2nd
- Picture Make-up Day
- 1:00 p.m. Dismissal for Students
Monday, December 6th
- Pick up your Villarina's order!
- Dress Like Mr. Y Day
Friday, December 10th
- PJ Day
What's On Your Mind?
Whether you have a concern, a question, a suggestion, or a compliment... let us know by clicking the box below to be in contact with Mr. Romeo!
Email: jromeo@region15.org
About Gainfield School
Email: gesoffice@region15.org
Website: www.region15.org/ges
Location: 307 Old Field Road, Southbury, CT, United States
Phone: 203-264-5312
Twitter: @GainfieldSchool
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