Greystone News
October 18, 2019
Library News
The Scholastic Book Fair is HERE! Shop from October 21-24! If you would like to volunteer, please click on this SignUpGenius link to see what shifts are available:
Book Fair Volunteer Sign Up Genius Link
Feel free to come and shop with your child during their assigned time. Click on the link below for our Book Fair schedule and hours.
If you are unable to attend, please send money in an envelope with your child’s name, amount of money included, and Book Fair written on the envelope.
Cash, checks, and eWallet accepted - CHECKS MUST BE MADE TO Scholastic.
NO CREDIT CARDS WILL BE ACCEPTED AT THIS BOOK FAIR!! If you want to use a credit card, you must put your information in the eWallet before your child shops! Available NOW until October 24. See the instructions below for eWallet.
If you have any questions, please email Mrs. Richey at jrichey@hoover.k12.al.us.
- To set up the eWallet, go to our homepage at: https://www.scholastic.com/bf/greystoneelementaryschool Scroll down to the eWallet section - it is GREEN and says "Go cash-free"! Click "Get Started".
- Scroll down and click "Go to eWallet". Click "Register". You will need to register for an account for EACH of your children.
- You can print the barcode if you choose, but I will also print it and give it to your children when they shop! Your credit card will only be charged the amount that your child actually spends.
- If you have any questions, email Mrs. Richey at jrichey@hoover.k12.al.us
These funds will allow the PTA to do many great things for the children and teachers of Greystone. We are also excited about adding the bricks that were purchased. There is still time to order a brick, as they will continue to take orders into November.
The following prizes will be awarded to each HOUSE! The date will be determined later.
1st place - Turtles - Magician and 500 HOUSE points
2nd place - Wolves - PJ's and a movie and 400 HOUSE points
3rd place - Hawks - Dance Party and 300 HOUSE points
4th place - Lions - Ice Cream Party and 200 HOUSE points
5th place - Dolphins - Extra recess and 100 HOUSE points
A special thanks goes to the PTA Board who spent many hours planning and implementing our Leave a Legacy fundraiser this year. Thanks to our room parents who helped communicate with the parents, too.
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MARK YOUR CALENDARS WITH THESE IMPORTANT DATES!
October 21st - 25th - Book Fair
October 21st - 25th - School Bus Safety Week/ Bus Driver Appreciation Week
October 24th - PTA Board Meeting - 10:00 am
October 24th - Hoover Hayride @ Veterans Park
October 25th - Miss Annie visits Kindergarten
October 28th - November 1st - Red Ribbon Week
October 29th - Make Up Picture Day
October 30th - McWane visits 3rd Grade
October 30th - Spain Park Pep Rally here @ 1:30 pm
October 31st - K to Old Baker Farm
October 31st - 1st Grade Pumpkin Parade
November 4th - 15th - Oak Mountain Missions Food Drive
November 5th - 6th Day Creatures visits K
November 7th - 4th Grade Veterans Day Program 6:00 pm
November 8th - 4th Grade to Pell City Veterans Home
November 11th - School and Office closed for Veterans Day
November 13th - HOUSE meetings
November 14th - Turkey Trot Run in PE
November 14th - Thanksgiving Lunch
November 14th - Hoover Community Meeting - Metropolitan Church of God - 6:00 pm
November 20th - School Spelling Bee
November 21st - PTA Board Meeting - 10:00 am
November 25th - 29th - School Closed for Thanksgiving Holidays
Our Greystone Motto
Learn - Lead - Leave a Legacy
Our Greystone Mission
As a school community, we empower learners, inspire leaders, and encourage all children to reach their potential.
Our Greystone Vision
Empowering a generation of learners and leaders to leave a legacy.
Greystone Elementary
Email: sstocks@hoover.k12.al.us
Website: https://www.hoovercityschools.net/greystone
Location: 300 Village Street, Birmingham, AL, USA
Phone: 205-439-3200
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GreystoneElementarySchool/
Twitter: @greystoneelem