October Community Education Flyer and Halloween Party Information

Check out the October Community Education Flyer, which includes information about the Community Halloween party on October 25th!

Chip Shoppe Fundraiser - Reminder!

The Chip Shoppe Fundraiser is ending on TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 30^TH

• PLEASE DO NOT turn in order forms that include/list ANY items that were ordered online.
•         ONLY write the number of items sold online in the box at the top right corner of the order form.
• Turn in your online receipt and payment to school if that is the option you chose online.
• PLEASE write your PRIZE option in the box provided at the bottom of the order form.

FUNDRAISER PICK UP WILL BE ON OCTOBER 24TH!     

  

Early Release Days

The ultimate worth of professional development for teachers is the essential role it plays in the improvement of student learning.  Research states that the best way to improve student achievement is to increase our teachers' effectiveness.

In order to provide professional development opportunities for our staff, four early release days have been built into the district calendar this year.  Please be aware that Nov 7, Jan. 29, & April 9 will be early release days for students.  

At Grainwood, students will be released from school at 1:00 p.m. on early release days.  Please remember to work these days into your family's schedule in order to provide for your child's daycare needs.  We appreciate your cooperation!

The last day of school, June 11, students will be released from school at 12:00 p.m

Family Movie Series

How often can you see 6 movies for only $6?  Now you can!

In the interest of quality movie entertainment for the entire family, our school is proud to sponsor, in cooperation with Muller Family Theaters, this Family Matinee Series.

Follow this Link to see the popular, family-friendly movies that have been selected for you and your family's viewing pleasure.  Additional copies of the order form for tickets are available in the office.

A series ticket is good for (1) one admission to each movie and part of the proceeds of each ticket will be donated to our school.

Enjoy!

Fire and Lock Down Drills

As you may have heard from your child after school Friday, we completed our first of five required fire and lock down drills in the afternoon.  We typically host these drills back-to-back in order to limit interruptions.  Teachers were well aware of the scheduled times for the drills on Friday, allowing them plenty of opportunity to review expectations and practice with their students (especially those kindergarteners).  The next four drills are unscheduled, but are always announced as drills over the intercom system.  Here's to making Grainwood a safe place!

School Picture Day

Grainwood's Fall picture day is scheduled for next Friday, September 26th.

Retake picture day is scheduled for Wednesday, October 22nd.

Chip Shoppe Fundraiser Under Way!

Yesterday, your son or daughter brought home Grainwood's fall fundraiser packet.  We launched the event yesterday afternoon with an all-school assembly, which triggered a lot of energy and excitement from the students!  For the fifth consecutive year, we have partnered with the Chip Shoppe for this event.

Please review the fundraising procedures with your child.  He/she has been encouraged only to sell to family, friends and well known neighbors.  Door-to-door sales have not been encouraged.  A prize catalog is included in your child's packet, along with a letter from the principal about an alternative donation option (for those who would prefer their child not sell items).  Thank you for all your support with either option.  Fundraising orders are due Wednesday, October 1.  Product delivery will take place on Friday, October 24.  Safe and happy selling!

CARES Students of the Week

Hooray for our CARES heroes of the week!

Jr. Naturalist Applications

Earlier in the week, 3rd, 4th and 5th grade students brought home a Jr. Naturalist application.

Our Junior naturalists are kids who LOVE to be outside and kids who LOVE to learn more about our environment!  They are GW leaders who are willing to get dirty, ask questions and explore the world around them.  They not only learn outside every chance they get, but they are also leaders by helping our GW community become a more earth-friendly place to learn!

If your child is interested in being a Junior Naturalist, please have them complete the application and hand it in by this Friday, September 19th.

PTC Mixer Reminder

PTC Mixer Reminder!

Please remember all Grainwood families are invited to the first PTC (Parents and Teachers for Children) meeting of the year tonight, Tuesday the 16th at 6:30 pm! The first half will be a very informal mixer including cookies, lemonade, and door prizes in the cafeteria. Children will then be invited to stay in the Kids' Co room with staff while parents get down to details in the Media Center, wrapping up by 8:00. Please see the PTC blog for more information, including agenda and minutes from previous meetings... grainwoodptc.blogspot.com.

Hope to see you there!

Morning Drop-Off Procedure

Dear Grainwood Families,

For those who transport their children to school each morning, or on occasion, please notice the NO PARKING signs posted in the grass near the curb.  This should assist in creating a space dedicated for student drop-off each morning.  Please utilize this area for drop-off by pulling over to the curb and letting your child off.  DO NOT pull into the yellow or handicap areas in front of the building for drop-off or stop your vehicle in the street.  Dropping off at the curb, between the signs, will create the safest drop-off scenario for all!

1.  Students are monitored in the AM beginning at 8:15.  Be early when dropping off your child.  In poor weather conditions (rain or extreme cold), students are allowed inside the building.
2.  Please do not park in or block the three designated handicap spaces or the yellow striped area in the front of the building.  We have several students and families who require the handicap spaces each morning.  Please be mindful of their needs.
3.  Drop your student off down the sidewalk near St. Paul Avenue.  He/she/they can walk up the sidewalk and still enter school on time.
4.  Lastly, go slow, take your time, and please do not go around other cars and block on-coming traffic or let your child out in the middle of the street.

Thank you for your attention to a safe and peaceful morning drop-off!  Safety should be number one priority for everyone!

Fall Community Fest

Fall Community Fest is Monday, September 15th at the Prior Lake High School.  This is fun for the entire family:  door prizes, children's activities, non-profit organizations and local business.  Mark your calendar!

For more information please click HERE

School Forms Due!

For the well-being of your child, please remember to turn in your updated emergency information as soon as possible.  If your child becomes ill or injured at school, this information, along with current telephone numbers, are critical for our health office and office staff!  If there are any legal proceedings regarding the welfare of your child, please make sure our office has a copy of the appropriate legal papers.

If you have not turned in the other back-to-school forms yet (Birthday Book Club, Email permission, field trip permission, pick-up or walker form and handbook sign-off) please do and have your child hand them in on the first day of school.

Please contact our office with any questions at 952-226-0305.

Thank you!

Back-to-School Night Parking

We are looking forward to seeing Grainwood students and their families tonight!  

Please feel free to park in our back parking lot and enter the school through door #11S, the door near the playground.

See you tonight between 4-6pm!