mission statement: issue: march 2020 all students the ... · • implemented several marketing...

I am honored to be an advocate for the great things happening at Greenville Public Schools We have amazing staff who focus on every student every day We are very proud of the growth we are seeing academically socially and emotionally My heartfelt gratitude goes out to our

community for its commitment to our students through the passing of the bond which has allowed for several upgrades throughout our district It has been a very busy year of construction but we have also been busy implementing goals associated with our new strategic plan

District Strategic Plan 20Accomplishments amp Goals in Progress bull Hired a K-12 Career Advisor (who has already

provided classroom lessons career-related trips and created career-readiness partnerships with 23 companies and organizations)

bull Implementation of Developmental Kindergartenbull Implemented six (6) certified Career and

Technical Education classesbull District-wide training of Restorative Practices to

reduce suspensionsbull Implemented several marketing initiativesbull Providing mental health support to students and

staff including a direct-services partnership for students with Spectrum Health

bull Developing a long-term financial plan for the next 10 years

I am excited to say there is much more to come The bond renovations for GHS and the GMS Cafeteria will begin during Spring Break 2020 starting with the Career and Technical Education (CTE) area and the performing arts center Itrsquos a great time to be a Yellow Jacket

From the Superintendents Desk

SCHOOLHOUSENewsNewsA report to the community from Greenville Public Schools

MISSION STATEMENT As a cooperating partner of the community Greenville Public Schools will assure all students the education necessary to participate as responsible citizens in an ever-changing worldIssue March 2020

Non-Profit OrganizationUS PostageGreenville MIPermit No 319

Carrier Route Presort

GPS Jackets

GPSJackets

Visit our website wwwgpsjacketsorg

W hen our middle school students leave for spring break on March 27 they will return to a dramatically different cafeteria environment Demolition of the kitchen and cafeteria spaces will take place during this time For the

remainder of the school year breakfast and lunch will be served on one side of the gymnasium During the time of construction here are some important things to know

bull Both breakfast and lunch service will be available throughout the construction process

bull During construction all food will be prepared at GHS and transported to GMSbull Both hot and cold lunch items will be available every daybull Expect a streamlined menu during construction

This project promises to bring modernization and a much-needed facelift to the kitchen and cafeteria facilities at GMS Here are some highlights

bull Increased size and seatingbull New windows to allow more natural lightbull New serving areas to increase efficiency and variety in servicebull New kitchen equipment ndash including a dishwasher to cut down on wastebull A variety of seating options including some outdoor seatingbull New lighting and floors bull A design focused on creating a more comfortable and calming space

We are very excited about these long-overdue improvements for our students The cafeteria project is projected to be completed when we return from our summer break in August 2020 We are going to have to make some sacrifices for a couple of months at the end of this school year but the payoff once the project is completed promises to be spectacular

GMS CAFETERIA REMODEL SET TO BEGIN

BLOCK PARTY

SAVE THE DATE5TH ANNUAL BACK TO SCHOOL

AUGUST 5 2020430PM-700PM

GHS Yellow Jacket

Stadium

Conceptual Images of Renovated GMS Cafeteria

Ken Poor Food amp Nutrition Director

Change WHY WE NEED YOU TO FILL OUT YOUR

CENSUS 2020Everything changes but not everything evolves We can choose to manage the change or we can lead our districtrsquos

evolution with purpose and intention That task is never easy but taking time to think about the future and how we want our district to continue to move forward will bring our vision to fruition We continuously evaluate our programs and services Over the last school year we have initiated several task force groups to help us grow and evolve for the future while assuring we are in line with the needs of our learners These task forces consist of community members staff parents and most importantly students Task forces currently working hard to redefine or revise programs and services we offer to our students include

bull K-12 Chinese Immersion

bull Anti-Bullying and Positive School Culture

bull Exemption Options for Middle School PE

bull Safety and Security

bull Athletic Programming

bull Curriculum Evaluation

bull Key Communicator

Ongoing evaluations of programs and services will continue to challenge us to be better and to provide and improve our opportunities for students every day If you are interested in participating in a school-wide task force please let us know as we always welcome anyone to help us plan for the future of Greenville Public Schools

Public schools rely on accurate census count numbers to fund numerous educational programs

These programs include Head Start special education and Title 1 funding In order for our schools to receive the funding necessary for these programs we need your help in completing the census questions Historically newborn babies and children under the age of 5 have been undercounted in the census

count which has an effect on our schools and programs we can provide

In addition accurate census count numbers are vitally important to our breakfast and lunch food-service programs A healthy breakfast and lunch are critical for our students to find success in the classroom Helpful food assistance programs for our students can only be funded properly with this census data collection

GHS Anti-Bullying Kids Task Force GHS Girls Basketball Team

GHS CTE students working to construct a pavilion at Baldwin Heights mdash Photo Courtesy of Cory Smith Daily News

Linda Van HoutenSuperintendent

mdash Photos Courtesy of Jamie McNinch Photography amp Bill Simpson Photography

2 March 2020 Schoolhouse News

IS YOUR CHILD READY FOR KINDERGARTEN

If your child will be 5 years old on or before September 1 2020 they are eligible to enroll in kindergarten Below is a checklist

parents can use to gauge if Developmental Kindergarten or Kindergarten is the best placement for their child A student does not need mastery of all the listed skills to be ready for kindergarten This should rather be a reflection of what would make your childrsquos first year a success and build hisher confidence and abilities for a successful academic career

Kindergarten Readiness Checklistbull Can your child write hisher own namebull Can your child identify the basic colorsbull Can your child name all of the

uppercase and lowercase lettersbull Does your child know all of the letter

soundsbull Can your child listen to a story and

retell what it was about

bull Can your child draw a picture and tell a story that matches

bull Can your child rhymebull Can your child identify the beginning

sound of a wordbull Can your child segment wordsbull Can your child identify shapesbull Can your child complete a patternbull Can your child write numbers 1-10bull Can your child count up to 20 objects

and tell how many there arebull Can your child follow a multi-step

directionbull Can your child separate easily from a

parentbull Can your child share with others and

take turnsbull Can your child sit and work on a task

for a duration of 15 minutes or more

Early Childhood Special Educationis offered at GPS

If you have any Special Education concerns or questions please contact Deb Hansen at

hansendagpsmius or 6167541996

Offered on Wednesday August 5th at the

GPS Block Party from 430-7pm

PRACTICE BUS RIDES

CHILDRENS CORNER

JUNIOR JACKETS (Preschool Programs) Available at Baldwin Heights amp Walnut Hills OPEN DAILY 830am - 330pm

BEFORE AND AFTER SCHOOL CHILD CARE PROGRAMS AVAILABLE ATBaldwin Heights Cedar Crest Lincoln Heights amp Walnut Hills

OPEN DAILY 600 - 830am amp 330 - 600pm

For additional information including rates and multiple child disounts please visit our website at wwwgpsjacketsorg or contact Venus Cox Program

Director at coxvgpsmius or 6162251000 ext 8700

A licensed before and after school child care and preschool program that provides a safe enriching environment for children ages 3-12

GPS TEXT ALERTSParents of current GPS students receive district

and building text alerts If you are not receiving text alerts please contact your school to ensure your contact

information is accurate If you would like to receivedistrict-wide text alerts but do not have a student enrolled

at GPS please visit wwwgpsjacketsorg and click on the link to enter your contact number

We are nearly complete with our bond technology upgrades in the elementary buildings Our PreK-2nd grade classrooms are using CleverTouch interactive boards which allows students to manipulate items on the board and become centralized in their learning Our 3rd-5th grade classrooms have a wireless presentation system which the students can use as well as the teachers Collaboration among the students and the ability to interact as large or small groups have increased engagement in the classrooms All classrooms have updated audio with compatibility for sound from the Chromebooks and a teacher microphone

Other updates included

bull Announcement panels throughout the building

bull Security camera replacement and additions

bull Media Center audiovisual updates

bull Infrastructure throughout the buildings

Our elementary classrooms will also be receiving new Chromebooks carts will be ready for use this coming fall

After much planning we are ready to launch the next phase of the bond at GHS and GMS Cafeteria The upgrades will include

bull New audio and visual equipment in all classrooms cafeteria AF Allinder Gym weight room Legacy Learning and more

bull New security cameras


bull CTE upgrades

bull New audiovisual and security cameras at GMS as well

We appreciate all of your continued supportOur students and staff are courageously moving our district forward utilizing the new technology to communicate collaborate and engage in learning

Laura Pleune Director of Instructional TechnologyTECHNOLOGY - Bond Update

Baldwin Heights Lower-Elementary Classroom using CleverTouch mdash Photo Courtesy of Cory Smith Daily News

What is Developmental KindergartenDevelopmental Kindergarten (DK) is

a program that allows students to develop the prerequisite academic social and emotional skills needed for success in kindergarten The goal of the DK program

is to provide a transition year during which a child can learn and grow in a carefully planned environment to support hisher academics and social emotional and physical skills before entering the rigorous

demands of kindergarten DK is a full-day program that

provides the same full-day schedule as kindergarten Students will be taught by a highly-qualified certified teacher and

will take part in lunch specials classes (art PE etc) recess and other school events Students will be exposed to the kindergarten standards through a hands-on play-based approach

DEVELOPMENTAL KINDERGARTENKINDERGARTEN REGISTRATION

THURSDAY MARCH 19TH

STEP 1 SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT Baldwin Heights 6167543643 Cedar Crest 6167543641 Lincoln Heights 6167549167 Walnut Hills 6167543688

STEP 2 VISIT OUR WEBSITE Visit wwwgpsjacketsorg for a list of required

documents to bring to your scheduled appointment

STEP 3 ATTEND APPOINTMENT WITH YOUR STUDENTVisit your school at your appointed time on March 19 with your student for the DKK screening

If you miss the DKK Registration Night on March 19 please contact your attendance area Elementary School Office to schedule a DKK screening

FREEPRESCHOOL PROGRAMS

available for eligible students andtuition-based preschool available for all

students through GPS

PRESCHOOL INFORMATION NIGHTTUESDAY MARCH 24 6 PM Cedar Crest Elementary 622 S Cedar St Greenville

Learn about GPS preschool offerings andstart the enrollment process Families who cannot attend should contact Cedar Crest for an enrollment packet

Questions - Contact Cedar Crest at6167543641 or weberggpsmius or peterskgpsmius

IF YOUR CHILD TURNS FIVE ON OR BEFORE SEPT 1 JUST FOLLOW THESE STEPS

Baldwin HeightsAt Baldwin Heights

students are introduced to robotics using Ozobots as early as kindergarten with the help of 4th and 5th grade students When they enter 5th grade 36 students have an opportunity to go through a 9-week course where they use the Dash robot to explore programming further Some groups within that time frame will complete the program they use with Dash and begin using Lego Mindstorms to further their programming experience Funds for these experiences came from DonorsChoose our PTO and other grant money

GMSThe GMS Innovative Solu-

tions class provides students an opportunity to build and program robots using Lego Mindstorm EV3 robot kits Students work in small teams to program robots to use motors to move their robots and sensors such as touch light and ultrasonic sensors to respond to their environment The Lego Mindstorm kits were purchased with a grant from the Education Foundation of Greenville

GMS also recently started an Intro to Robotics Club to give students the opportuni-ty to explore and gain hands-on experience building and coding KNEX robots This five-week club will allow students to work collaboratively to trouble-shoot and design a robot that

can navigate through obstacles on a map The next offering of the GMS Intro to Robotics Club will begin in March With the help of a generous donation from a local company four additional robot kits will be purchased which will allow more students the opportunity to participate

GHSThe GHS Robotics team

known as the RoboJackets is in its third year and will participate in the 2020 FIRST Robotics Competition ldquoInfinite Rechargerdquo The team will be part of a three-team alliance working together to accom-plish a goal (shoot balls into a portal) during each qualifica-tion round The alliance with the highest score wins and moves on to the next round The RoboJackets will be active in about 12 rounds of compe-tition at the First In Michigan (FIM) District Competition at St Joseph High School and our second competition will be at Gull Lake High School

both taking place in March The team currently consists of nine 9th-12th grade students three mentors and a coach who work on the project after school and an occasional weekend That work involves planning designing research-ing and implementing ideas us-ing STEM to bring the robot to life for operation The support for the program comes from Greenville Tool amp Die Dicastal North America Builders Glass of Greenville and Elenbaas Steel Supply along with GHS and GPS Although it can be intense work at times the rewards are great

Junior Achievement (JA) is an organization dedicated to educating students about workforce readiness entrepreneurship and financial literacy through experiential hands-on learning Thanks to Greenville Area Community Foundation (GACF) grant funding as well as generous do-nations from local businesses Greenville Public Schools has been able to exponentially increase opportunities for our students and spread this program across Montcalm County

Volunteers from our community deliver the curriculum while sharing experiences with students Students in elementary through high school learn real-world lessons about how to generate and manage money how to create jobs that makes their community more robust and how to apply entrepreneurial thinking to the workplace The capstone Titan program offered at Greenville High School allows stu-dents to manage a virtual business making decisions about price point inventory and return on investment in a state-wide competition against other district teens Please email blaszczmgpsmius if you are interested in being a Junior Achievement volunteer You could help prepare young peo-ple to succeed in a global economy

Greenville High School students are fortunate to have the opportunity to learn about the field of marketing and the option to apply their skills by joining DECA a career and technical student organization

DECA is an international association of marketing students with over 225000 members DECA is designed with programs to address the learning styles interest and focus of its members DECArsquos tagline states ldquoDECA prepares emerging leaders and entrepreneurs for careers in marketing finance hospitality and management in high schools and colleges around the globerdquo

Although DECA was created for students interested in business careers many students who will pursue other degrees can also thrive through the opportunities DECA provides in applying knowledge of all content areas while challenging creativity and problem-solving skills through role-plays case studies projects and leadership experience

Within Montcalm County GHS has the only high school DECA program Our chapter is made up of 65 students and one advisor We participate in community service activities school and community outreach programs leadership events and competitive conferences As a member students can participate as much or as little as they prefer Some students choose to participate in community and leadership events while the majority love the competitive aspect of the organization

DECA hosts three levels of competition district state and international Students must qualify in their chosen event in order to move on to the next level of competition Since 2000 GHS has qualified students to compete at the international level 19 out of 20 years

Participation in DECA allows students the unique opportunity to interact with business professionals creating a network of potential future employers It provides its members with a competitive edge whether going directly into the workforce or continuing their education If you are interested in learning more please contact Kelly Roney at GHS or visit wwwdecaorg or wwwmidecaorg

Schoolhouse News March 2020 3

What Is DECAKelly Roney GHS Marketing Instructor amp DECA Advisor

JuniorAchievementInfo

JuniorAchievementByMichelleBlaszczynskiAssistantSuperintendent

JuniorAchievement(JA)isanorganizaondedicatedtoeducangstudentsaboutworkforcereadinessentrepreneurshipandfinancialliteracythroughexperienalhands-onlearningThankstoGreenvilleAreaCommunityFoundaon(GACF)grantfundingaswellasgenerousdonaonsfromlocalbusinessesGreenvillePublicSchoolshasbeenabletoexponenallyincreaseopportuniesforourstudentsandspreadthisprogramacrossMontcalmCounty

YearsClasses Students ContactHours Volunteers

2014-2015 3 76 380 12015-2016 16 428 2140 102016-2017 24 677 4105 212017-2018 56 1559 9266 542018-2019 66 1983 12455 69

VolunteersfromourcommunitydeliverthecurriculumwhilesharingexperienceswithstudentsStudentsinelementarythroughhighschoollearnreal-worldlessonsabouthowtogenerateandmanagemoneyhowtocreatejobsthatmakestheircommunitymorerobustandhowtoapplyentrepreneurialthinkingtotheworkplaceThecapstoneTitanprogramofferedatGreenvilleHighSchoolallowsstudentstomanageavirtualbusinessmakingdecisionsaboutpricepointinventoryandreturnoninvestmentinastate-widecompeonagainstotherdistrictteensPleaseemailblaszczmgpsmiusifyouareinterestedinbeingaJuniorAchievementvolunteerYoucouldhelpprepareyoungpeopletosucceedinaglobaleconomy

PleaseincludeJAphotoandindicatephotoiscourtesyofJamieMcNinchPhotography

Ju nior Achi evem entMichelle Blaszczynski Assistant Superintendent

Work-based learning is a great way for students to learn through experi-ence Participating in a work-based learning opportunity can help students get a taste of a career while learning transferable workplace skills At GHS work-based learning takes on a few different looks Students can choose to participate in Job Shadows Work Study or students with special needs can participate in Work-Based Learning

JOB SHADOWA Job Shadow is an experience where a student shadows an employer but they do not perform any work A job shadow usually lasts anywhere from a couple of hours to a full day Job shadows may be arranged through Amanda Butler GPS K-12 Career Advisor at butleragpsmius

WORK-STUDYStudents without IEP

bull Paid amp student works flexible hoursbull Students seek out work-study opportunities with employerbull 16-17 year olds ndash up to 24 hrswk amp 18 year olds - unlimited hoursbull Student provides own transportation

EducatorCoordinator Kelly Roneyroneykgpsmius mdash 6162251000 ext8221

WORK-BASED LEARNINGStudents with IEP

bull Unpaid amp student works 2 hours during school hoursbull Teacher seeks out employment opportunities for studentsbull School district provides transportation bull Focuses on communication responsibility teamwork building resilience

and promoting independenceEducatorCoordinator Jenna Oleneack oleneacjgpsmius mdash 6162251000 ext8165

Work-Based Learning (WBL) was implemented in order to support and provide career opportunities for students with special needs During the last two years over 40 students have participated in this program with the support of over 30 local business and WBL continues to offer additional opportunities for students every year The focus of this program is to establish partner-ships with local businesses to teach students with special needs the skills needed to become successfully employed

Work-Based Learning opportunities at gHs

The Student Board Representative position for GPS plays a key role in establishing and maintaining communication between the student

body Board of Education and ultimately the community as a whole Sharing student activities successes and issues with the Board from a studentrsquos perspective helps the Board to make decisions that aid in the success of all students The Student Board Representative is the voice for the students to the Board who is there to help our schools thrive I am excited and humbled to be this yearrsquos Student Representative and I hope to encourage GPS to be even more successful and continue thriving

School Board Student RepresentativeAnna Thompson - Junior

mdash Photo Courtesy of Jamie McNinch Photography

Ashton Ingersoll Work Study Student at Greenville Tool amp Die Company

Mengsi Malek Work-Based Learning Student at Town amp Country Animal Clinic

Alex Voorhees Work-Based Learning Student at Tractor Supply Company

DISTRICT-WIDE ROBOTICS OPPORTUNITIES

CALENDAR OF EVENTSMarch 13 End of secondary third marking periodMarch 18 Early Release for all students Professional DevelopmentMarch 20 21 31st Annual GHS Music Department Collage Concert 730pmMarch 30-April 3 No School ndash Spring BreakApril 7 Gemini in Concert (wGPS elementary students) 630pmApril 10 No School April 15 Early Release for all students Professional DevelopmentApril 24 HS Orchestra amp Grand Rapids Symphony Side by Side Concert 730pm May 1 2 HS Spring Play ldquoThe Cruciblerdquo 730pmMay 4 Cedar Crest Elementary Spring Concert 630pmMay 5 Walnut Hills Elementary Spring Concert 630pmMay 6 Early Release for all students Professional DevelopmentMay 6 MSHS Jazz Band Concert 730pmMay 7 Baldwin Heights Elementary Spring Concert 630pmMay 8 Lincoln Heights Elementary Spring Concert 630pmMay 12 HS Band amp Orchestra Spring Concert 730pmMay 14 HS Choir Spring Concert 730pmMay 15 Jacket Video Productions (JVP) Film Festival 730pmMay 19 MS Band Spring Concert 630pmMay 20 MS Orchestra Spring Concert 630pmMay 20 21 Honors Week Assemblies at GHS 845amMay 21 MS Choir Spring Concert 630pmMay 22 Half Day for all studentsMay 22 Swingout 915amMay 25 No School ndash Memorial DayMay 26 Pass the Torch ndash Underclassman Awards 845amMay 28 Commencement at Legacy Field 730pmEnd date of the 2019-20 school year is variableJune 3 amp 4 Secondary Half Days ndash Exams (June 3 amp 4 may be removed if 4 or fewer cancellation days)June 4 Elementary Half Day (June 4 may be removed if 4 or fewer cancellation days)June 4 Last Day for all students (June 4 may be removed if 4 or fewer cancellation days) June 19 20 Shakespeare in the Park Much Ado About Nothing 730pm at Tower Riverside Park Greenville Performing Arts CenterVisit wwwgpsjacketsorg for individual school activities amp calendar updates

MEET THEYELLOW

JACKETSTUESDAY

MARCH 24 730pmGREENVILLE HIGH SCHOOL

NORTH GYM


SEE YOUTHERE

The event includes a timed 5K run non-competitive one-mile walk and free childrenrsquos fun runs It is USATF certified and endorsed by the Michigan Fitness Foundation The 2020 YJC is supported by 24 sponsors and community partners plus over 100 volunteers Proceeds benefit the Education Foundation of Greenville (EFG) and are used for wellness programs throughout Greenville Public Schools YJC partners with Spectrum Health to host the IM Running race series featuring the YJC Danish Dash and Belding Labor Day 5K Run all three races to earn a special three-race medal Registration for the race series is available online only and includes a $5 discount per race Race Highlights Includebull Electronic timingbull Run through the tunnel bull Finish line on Legacy Fieldbull USATF Certified

TO REGISTER OR FOR INFOwwwyellowjacketchallengecom

Reg fees before April 10 5K run $20 Walkers $10Reg fees after April 10 5K run $25 Walkers $10

Children 5th grade amp younger may walk FREE Shirts are included with a paid registration only Young Yellow Jacket Fun Runs are free and do not require pre-registration

SUNDAYAPRIL 19 2020

We all live by thesecore values

INTEGRITY middot COLLABORATION

COMPASSION middot RESPONSIBILITY

Youth (ages 7-15) and adults (16 amp up) are

encouraged to participate in the Tri Greenville Sprint Triathlon amp Duathlon on May 30 at Baldwin Lake Beach The elementary and secondary school that has the highest percentage of participants will win the Tri Greenville Travelin Trophy Not quite ready to partici-pate Sign up to volunteer To register or for more information contact the Greenville Area Recreation and Community Center at 6167549163 or visit wwwtrigreenvillecom

OK2SAY is a student safety initiative available to Michigan students in grades K-12 that enables students to confidentially report potential harm

or criminal activities aimed at students teachers staff or other school employees

The program is operated through a partnership between the Department of the Attorney General Michigan State Police state agencies schools

parents law enforcement and community leaders

Anyone can confidentially submit tips 247 using the OK2SAY app online at wwwok2saycom texting 652729 (OK2SAY) or by calling 8555652729

Were an OK2SAY SchoolP 855-565-2729 Text 652729 wwwmigovok2say

FOOD amp NUTRITION DEPARTMENTGreenville Public Schools serves breakfast and hot lunch at all of our buildings every school dayUniversal Breakfast is provided district-wide and free of charge for every student who wishes to participate Prices for lunch are $275 for the elementary and middle schools and $300 for the high school All students at Cedar Crest and Walnut Hills elementary schools will receive free lunch since they have recently qualified for the Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) program

bull wwwsendmoneytoschoolcom is the provider for our student meal deposits You will need your studentrsquos ID number

bull wwwgreenvillenutrislicecom is the departmentrsquos online menu tool Download the app at Google Play or the App store (search ldquoSchool Lunch by Nutrislicerdquo)

bull wwwlunchappcom is our online meal application or pick up an application in school offices to apply for freereduced meals

If a doctor has determined your child has dietary restrictions that prevent himher from eating a regular school meal substitutions will be available at no extra charge The doctors statement including diet andor required substitutions must be submitted to the Food amp Nutrition Department at the school the child attends You can print a copy of the Medical Statement form by going to the district website at wwwgpsjacketsorg Click on Departments Food amp Nutrition FormsCharge Policy It is the policy of GPS that students that have no money in their account may go into debt on their accounts up to $10 At no time will students be denied meals Students may not purchase a la carte items if their account is not currentFor more information or questions contact Kate Bradley at bradlekagpsmius or 6162251000 ext8219USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer

The Schoolhouse News is published by Greenville Public Schools Greenville MI

THE BOARD OF EDUCATION GENERALLY MEETS IN THE COMMUNITY ROOM AT THE CENTRAL SERVICES FACILITY THE SECOND MONDAY OF EACH MONTH AT 700PM THE PUBLIC IS WELCOMEFOR A COMPLETE SCHEDULE PLEASE VISIT WWWGPSJACKETSORG

No person shall on the basis of race creed sex religion national origin or handicap be excluded from participation in be denied the benefits of or be subjected to

discrimination in any program activity or employment by the Greenville Public Schools


At the end of January all 300+ GHS Performing Arts students were treated to a master class on singing dancing and acting with Trevor Miles a cast member from the touring company of Hamilton This opportunity was made possible through funds provided by the Education Foundation of Greenvillersquos OUR3 endowment fund mdash Photo Courtesy of Cory Smith Daily News


IS YOUR CHILD READY FOR KINDERGARTEN

If your child will be 5 years old on or before September 1 2020 they are eligible to enroll in kindergarten Below is a checklist

parents can use to gauge if Developmental Kindergarten or Kindergarten is the best placement for their child A student does not need mastery of all the listed skills to be ready for kindergarten This should rather be a reflection of what would make your childrsquos first year a success and build hisher confidence and abilities for a successful academic career

Kindergarten Readiness Checklistbull Can your child write hisher own namebull Can your child identify the basic colorsbull Can your child name all of the

uppercase and lowercase lettersbull Does your child know all of the letter

soundsbull Can your child listen to a story and

retell what it was about

bull Can your child draw a picture and tell a story that matches

bull Can your child rhymebull Can your child identify the beginning

sound of a wordbull Can your child segment wordsbull Can your child identify shapesbull Can your child complete a patternbull Can your child write numbers 1-10bull Can your child count up to 20 objects

and tell how many there arebull Can your child follow a multi-step

directionbull Can your child separate easily from a

parentbull Can your child share with others and

take turnsbull Can your child sit and work on a task

for a duration of 15 minutes or more

Early Childhood Special Educationis offered at GPS

If you have any Special Education concerns or questions please contact Deb Hansen at

hansendagpsmius or 6167541996

Offered on Wednesday August 5th at the

GPS Block Party from 430-7pm

PRACTICE BUS RIDES

CHILDRENS CORNER

JUNIOR JACKETS (Preschool Programs) Available at Baldwin Heights amp Walnut Hills OPEN DAILY 830am - 330pm

BEFORE AND AFTER SCHOOL CHILD CARE PROGRAMS AVAILABLE ATBaldwin Heights Cedar Crest Lincoln Heights amp Walnut Hills

OPEN DAILY 600 - 830am amp 330 - 600pm

For additional information including rates and multiple child disounts please visit our website at wwwgpsjacketsorg or contact Venus Cox Program

Director at coxvgpsmius or 6162251000 ext 8700

A licensed before and after school child care and preschool program that provides a safe enriching environment for children ages 3-12

GPS TEXT ALERTSParents of current GPS students receive district

and building text alerts If you are not receiving text alerts please contact your school to ensure your contact

information is accurate If you would like to receivedistrict-wide text alerts but do not have a student enrolled

at GPS please visit wwwgpsjacketsorg and click on the link to enter your contact number

We are nearly complete with our bond technology upgrades in the elementary buildings Our PreK-2nd grade classrooms are using CleverTouch interactive boards which allows students to manipulate items on the board and become centralized in their learning Our 3rd-5th grade classrooms have a wireless presentation system which the students can use as well as the teachers Collaboration among the students and the ability to interact as large or small groups have increased engagement in the classrooms All classrooms have updated audio with compatibility for sound from the Chromebooks and a teacher microphone

Other updates included


bull Security camera replacement and additions

bull Media Center audiovisual updates

bull Infrastructure throughout the buildings

Our elementary classrooms will also be receiving new Chromebooks carts will be ready for use this coming fall

After much planning we are ready to launch the next phase of the bond at GHS and GMS Cafeteria The upgrades will include

bull New audio and visual equipment in all classrooms cafeteria AF Allinder Gym weight room Legacy Learning and more

bull New security cameras


bull CTE upgrades

bull New audiovisual and security cameras at GMS as well

We appreciate all of your continued supportOur students and staff are courageously moving our district forward utilizing the new technology to communicate collaborate and engage in learning

Laura Pleune Director of Instructional TechnologyTECHNOLOGY - Bond Update

Baldwin Heights Lower-Elementary Classroom using CleverTouch mdash Photo Courtesy of Cory Smith Daily News

What is Developmental KindergartenDevelopmental Kindergarten (DK) is

a program that allows students to develop the prerequisite academic social and emotional skills needed for success in kindergarten The goal of the DK program

is to provide a transition year during which a child can learn and grow in a carefully planned environment to support hisher academics and social emotional and physical skills before entering the rigorous

demands of kindergarten DK is a full-day program that

provides the same full-day schedule as kindergarten Students will be taught by a highly-qualified certified teacher and

will take part in lunch specials classes (art PE etc) recess and other school events Students will be exposed to the kindergarten standards through a hands-on play-based approach

DEVELOPMENTAL KINDERGARTENKINDERGARTEN REGISTRATION

THURSDAY MARCH 19TH

STEP 1 SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT Baldwin Heights 6167543643 Cedar Crest 6167543641 Lincoln Heights 6167549167 Walnut Hills 6167543688

STEP 2 VISIT OUR WEBSITE Visit wwwgpsjacketsorg for a list of required

documents to bring to your scheduled appointment

STEP 3 ATTEND APPOINTMENT WITH YOUR STUDENTVisit your school at your appointed time on March 19 with your student for the DKK screening

If you miss the DKK Registration Night on March 19 please contact your attendance area Elementary School Office to schedule a DKK screening

FREEPRESCHOOL PROGRAMS

available for eligible students andtuition-based preschool available for all

students through GPS

PRESCHOOL INFORMATION NIGHTTUESDAY MARCH 24 6 PM Cedar Crest Elementary 622 S Cedar St Greenville

Learn about GPS preschool offerings andstart the enrollment process Families who cannot attend should contact Cedar Crest for an enrollment packet

Questions - Contact Cedar Crest at6167543641 or weberggpsmius or peterskgpsmius

IF YOUR CHILD TURNS FIVE ON OR BEFORE SEPT 1 JUST FOLLOW THESE STEPS
























2014-2015 3 76 380 12015-2016 16 428 2140 102016-2017 24 677 4105 212017-2018 56 1559 9266 542018-2019 66 1983 12455 69























MEET THEYELLOW

JACKETSTUESDAY


NORTH GYM


SEE YOUTHERE





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JACKETSTUESDAY


NORTH GYM


SEE YOUTHERE





SUNDAYAPRIL 19 2020
























MEET THEYELLOW

JACKETSTUESDAY


NORTH GYM


SEE YOUTHERE





SUNDAYAPRIL 19 2020























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