The last two nights were truly special here at GMS. Having so many parents come to explore and discover their child's learning environment at Open House was incredible. Thank you for taking the time to come and be part of the community. Thank you to the Girl Scouts, Boy Scouts, and PTO for also adding to the event. While many of you were able to take part in our volunteer trainings, we know that there are still more of you who are interested. At this point if you are in need of the volunteer training or to renew your annual volunteer paperwork, please reach out to Mr. Mitchell or Mrs. Clinton-Jones to arrange that.
A few weeks back all families were sent information about completing the annual paperwork for each student. We still have a number of students who do not have one or all of these forms completed. It is vitally important that these forms be completed. Please take a moment to fill out these forms as soon as possible. Information and instructions can be found in the link below.
Back To School Forms Information and Directions
It is hard to believe that we are entering the last week of September already. October will be a busy month filled with exciting events and opportunities. Please be sure to read there weekly newsletters and follow us on Facebook to keep up to date.
End 68 Hours of Hunger and the Litchfield School District 2022-2023
The End 68 Hours of Hunger Program and Litchfield Schools are pleased to inform you about a free, confidential food program which provides students with meals from Friday after school until they return to school on Monday morning. If meeting the weekend nutritional needs of your child is challenging at this time, we would like to help meet that need. All food is non-perishable and easy to prepare. If your child has any food allergies, please let us know and we will do our best to accommodate this need. Nut products are included for those who are not allergic, but children are informed that they are not to open the bags until a parent can review the contents.
Each week, bags containing food will be provided to students at school. Students will bring the bag home on the bus or by whatever mode of transportation they have at the end of the day. If you prefer, parents may pick up the bag at school. Please contact your GMS School Social Worker Jada Tessier for further information jtessier@litchfieldsd.org.
End 68 Hours of Hunger Sign Up
From the District - To achieve greater clarity around our COVID practices, we have revised the familiar Protocol Chart into 3 columns. Please use this chart when deciding how to proceed with sickness in the home. As always, we endorse following CDC guidelines for vaccination (get a booster), handwashing and masking.
News from the PTO
Save the Date: Pumpkin Festival on Friday, October 28th from 6pm - 8pm! More information to follow about the event and ways to help make the night as successful as it has been in the past.
Griffy Gear is back! - There are a variety of sizes and colors for both children and adults! Online orders can be placed until October 5th.
Griffy Store (please see attached flyer)! To keep the store running we need VOLUNTEERS during recess times. Please consider volunteering for one of the slots. You can Sign-up here!
September Newsletter
News from the Community
Repeated News/ Long Term Info to Know
Pick Up Procedures
Those utilizing parent pick up are asked to fill in the large loop at the designated time. Please have the colored pick up slips that were sent home, as these act as verification for our staff. If you arrive early for your designated time, you will be directed to a waiting line in the parking lot until your group time.
Pink Group (Last Names A-G): 2:45
Yellow Group (Last Names H-O) 2:52
Blue Group (Last Names P-Z) 3:00
Buses: 3:10 targeted departure
Absence Reporting Email
The GMS office now has a dedicated email address to use to report your child tardy or absent: GMSabsences@litchfieldsd.org. You can also find it on the Griffin Memorial School homepage, on the top, left side under “ABSENCES”.
When you send an email please include the following information:
*Child’s first and last name
*Teacher
*Reason for absence
If you would prefer to leave a voicemail message when your child is absent or tardy you are still welcome to call 424-5931 and then hit “2” when you hear the automated message. Please remember to include the above information in the voice message.
Please note that when you email or leave a voice message saying that your child “will be out” then the absence is recorded as unexcused. Please tell us the reason for the absence so it is documented correctly.
From the Lunchroom
School Breakfast and Lunch is no longer free for all students. Be sure to load student's account with money, or send in a check to the school. For information about Free and Reduced lunches please click here.
Chromebooks
For parents of Grades 1-4 students: Chromebook Take Home Fee is $5 per school year for each student. This fee will allow students to take home Chromebooks during remote learning days. If this fee is not paid the student will not be sent home with a Chromebook in preparation for a weather related remote day. If this fee presents a financial hardship please reach out to Mr. Mitchell.
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