We would love to see you at the Walking Taco Scramble at the Methodist Church on November 13th! (Flyer made by a GES student)
This week is National School Bus Safety week across the nation. Here are some tips for a safe bus ride from our very own USD 379 students.
https://youtu.be/1EEJizimgVk
This fourth grade leader noticed a friend without an orange shirt for our Unity picture, and took off his orange jacket to share with his peer. Such a kind thing to look out for a friend! We are so proud of him!
Garfield staff and students were excited to celebrate Unity Day!
This afternoon's Career Exploration brought Jay Bohnenblust and his sheep, Amanda Jameson and her pigs from Roth Farms and Brittany Girton from the Public Library! Such a great day at GES!
Today Joy Lund, Chartwells Food Director for USD 379 was at GES to put on a Discovery Kitchen. Discovery Kitchen opportunities allow kiddos to try new foods. This month's theme was "Power Up" Your students had access to Energy Bites. It was a great day to be a JR. Bengal!
Children's author, James Byers, father of Mrs. Chestnut, zoomed with her homeroom class today to talk to them about the writing process, imagination and revising. What a fun way to kick start the writing process for our learners. Thank you Mrs. Chestnut and Mr. Byers.
A shout out to this 5th grade student came from his Math teacher for his attitude in class over the last several weeks. He has displayed qualities of grit, perseverance and support for others! We are so proud of him!
This fourth grade leader was nominated by Mrs. Ferguson for a Pic with the Principal for her outstanding attitude. She goes above and beyond to help a peer daily, and remains patient and kind. We are so thankful to have her in our building!
Garfield Picture Day is right around the corner! Picture Day is September 26! See the flyer below made by a student in Mrs. Chestnut's Bengal Innovators. What a fun way to blend design, leadership and innovation!
Our first Career Exploration was a success! We focused on "being outdoors". Mr. Payne, Zoo curator and Mr. Hayes, Parks and Rec Superintendent visited today to share with our students about their jobs, and day to day operations.
The next Pic with the Principal goes out to these two 4th grade leaders. They saw a mess and stayed behind to make sure it got cleaned up! We love this kind of leadership and thoughtfulness at GES!
USD 379 QUESTION OF THE WEEK
Now that the first few weeks of school have passed, what is your child saying about school? And how can we help improve his/her experience?
https://www.usd379.org/forms/first-weeks-of-school-reflection
We are hiring! Please take a look at open positions within USD 379 and consider applying!
Did you know if you are a USD 379 bus driver...
20 hours/week gets a full single insurance policy as well as KPERS
10 hours to 40 hours a week are available for CDL drivers
CDL training is available and paid for through USD 379
Weekend and evening hours are available
Activities trips are paid from leave time to return time
Watch this video to learn more. Come join a great team and a great district!
https://youtu.be/KKo750XlOHo
USD 379 will be offering The Parent Project (for parents of kids 11 and up) and Loving Solutions (for parents of kids under age 11) starting in mid-September. Classes are free and will meet weekly over Zoom for 10 weeks. More information below!
Did you know you can look on the usd379.org website and the USD 379 app to find breakfast and lunch menus each day? This video shows you where to find them!
https://youtu.be/XwnUduaqygQ
The first day of school is here, and we want to know what makes you most excited! Whether you are a student, parent/guardian, or staff member, please let us know!
https://www.usd379.org/forms/the-first-day-of-school-is-here
Today was a big day at USD 379, as all staff took in Leader in Me training. "Year Zero" is for the adults, and "Year One" will be for the kids. It was a great day of self reflection!
Did you know that applying for the free and reduced breakfast and lunch application helps our kids receive more funding? Please apply!
