Grizzly Gazzette
Week of November 2nd
Good evening Grizzly families,
Next week will be observing Veterans Day with special activities and lessons in class. Please have your child show their support of our Veterans by wearing red, white and blue! Additionally, students should have brought home a half sheet paper for families to note any Veterans in their families that they would like honored in our "Hall of Heroes." Please turn these in by Friday, so your family members can be added to our "Hall of Heroes." Stay tuned next week for more on our special Veterans Day activities!
Sincerely,
Pamela Zierk
Prinicpal
Upcoming Events
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November 10 - 3rd Grade Concert 6:00pm
November 18 - PTO Meeting at 5:30 p.m.
November 23 & 24 - Parent Teacher Conferences
November 25 - 27 - Fall Break - Offices/Schools Closed
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December 8 - Kindergarten Concert 5:45pm
December 9 - Late Start at 10:00 a.m.
December 14 - 5th Grade Band and Rrchestra Concert 6:30pm
December 18 - End of 2nd Quarter
December 21 - January 1 - Winter Break, No Student Attendance
January 4 - Classes Resume
Parent Teacher Conference Sign Up
Parent-teacher conferences will be taking place on November 23rd and 24th. This year, sign up will be online using PTC Wizard. The following information will help you to make this as smooth a process as possible:
- Parent-Teacher Conferences are scheduled via the web at https://app.ptcwizard.com/ges300/login
- Use your username in PowerSchool parent portal as your username and password to access the PTC Wizard account for scheduling
- Conferences will occur on Monday, November 23 from 11:00 AM- 8:00 PM
- Conferences will occur on Tuesday, November 24 from 8:00 AM until 1:00 PM
- You have from Friday, November 6 at 10AM through Friday, November 20 at 12 noon to schedule your conference.
- Instructions on signing up for conferences can be found here.
- If you have problems registering from the on-line directions, please contact the office at 224-484-5900
- If you do not have online access, the office can manually schedule your childās conference for you.
Parent-teacher conferences play a vital role in the success of children. We strongly encourage you to participate in conferences and look forward to seeing you.
Raise Craze PTO Fundraiser
Gilberts PTO is launching their Raise Craze fundraiser tomorrow! This is a unique way for us to raise money for our school while making an impact in our community. During this fundraiser, students ask friends and family for donations via the online Raise Craze platform while paying it forward serving others. What a great way for us to teach our students the importance of kindness and gratitude while raising much needed funds. Students will spend time serving, not selling! REGISTER: https://raisecraze.com/join CODE: 022-173 1. 2. 3. Enter your studentās name Select at least 3 Acts of Kindness Enter 5-10 email addresses of potential supporters.
Your support and donations will help raise funds for the Gilberts PTO. They will use these funds to support programs, students and staff at Gilberts.
Notes from the Nurse's Office
āHealthy Habits for a Thankful Seasonā
As we head into the busy holiday season, letās take a moment to focus on health, safety, and gratitude. November brings cooler weather, cozy celebrations, and a reminder to care for both our bodies and minds.
Cold, Flu, and RSV Prevention
Cold and flu season is here!
Please help us keep our classrooms healthy by reminding children to:
Wash hands often with soap and warm water (especially before eating and after coughing or sneezing).
Cover coughs and sneezes with a tissue or elbow.
Stay home if they have a fever, vomiting, or other contagious symptoms.
Diabetes Awareness Month
November is National Diabetes Awareness Month. Many students live with Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes. This month, we raise awareness by supporting healthy habits and understanding their daily routines. Knowing the signs of low or high blood sugar (such as shakiness, fatigue, or irritability) can help keep our students safe.
Cold Weather Safety
As temperatures drop, please make sure your child is dressed appropriately for recess and bus stops:
Warm coat, hat, gloves, and boots on chilly days.
Layers work best for comfort indoors and outdoors.
If you need help getting winter clothing for your child, please contact the nurseās office ā weāre here to help!
Nurseās Office Reminders
Update your childās emergency contact and medical information if anything has changed.
If your child takes medication at school, check expiration dates and supplies before winter break.
Vision and hearing screenings will continue through November ā youāll be notified if follow-up is recommended.
A Note of Thanks
This season, Iām thankful for our students, staff, and families who work together to keep our school community healthy. Your partnership makes a real difference every day.
Wishing you a warm, safe, and healthy November!
Carrie Rodebeck BSN, RN, CSN-PEL
PH: 224-484-5911
