May 4-10, 2025
Good morning Cannon families,
Hello May! Can you believe we only have 13 1/2 days of school left? Let's make each one count!
Last week, we finalized our State of Texas Assessments of Academic Readiness - Three ⭐⭐⭐ STAAR Tests UP; Three ⭐⭐⭐ STAAR Tests DOWN! Thank you for helping us administer and facilitate a smooth testing season!
With hearts full of melody and memories, our elementary choir proudly presented their end-of-year choir send off for all of our students and their parents! It was a heartwarming performance featuring all our talented young singers. This special concert was a final choir performance by our fifth graders as they prepare to embark on their middle school adventures. We celebrate their musical journey and wish them well as they take their next steps! A huge round of applause for our Cannon Choir and our music director - Ms. Jenny Rios!
National Teacher Appreciation Week is celebrated this week from Monday, May 5th to Friday, May 9th, with National Teacher Day on Tuesday, May 6th. Please shower our amazing teachers with love and appreciation during Teacher Appreciation Week, May 5th - 9th! 🎉 Our incredible Cannon educators dedicate their hearts and minds to nurturing and inspiring our Cubs every single day.
Let's team up to make this week extra special for them! Here are a few simple ways your family can participate:
- 📝 A heartfelt note or drawing from your child: A personal "thank you" goes a long way!
- 🍎 A small token of appreciation: A flower, a treat, or a classroom supply can brighten their day.
- 🗣️ Encourage your child to share a positive moment: Ask them to tell their teacher what they love about their class.
Congratulations to this CHEERtastic Cub! This Cub participated in a National Cheer Competition in Florida and is advancing to FINALS! Day 1, was the preliminary round, and only 8 teams from each category advanced. Day 2, her team competed against a combined division of 20 teams. They had the highest performance of the whole year at 98.69! Her team took home 5th place at Summit against some amazing teams from all over the country! They had 2 HIT zero routines with no deductions - It was a perfect week for this CUB! We are CANNON PROUD!
PARENT ACTION NEEDED~
New and Returning Students Must Register Before May 16~
Registering your student for the 2025-2026 school year before May 16. The earlier you register, the better we can plan as campuses are staffed based on registration numbers. Registering now helps GCISD avoid last-minute hiring or staff relocations when the school year begins.
Returning students: Register via Skyward Family Access
New families: Request a Skyward Family Access account first
Pre-K: Complete the pre-K online application first
New siblings: Log in to Skyward Family Access and add a new student by selecting the “New Student Online Enrollment” tab.
We will have sack lunches during the last week of school! The following are the menu items that will be offered in sacks for the last week of school:
Monday- Cheeseburger/Hamburger /Baked potato for an alternate option.
Tuesday- Mac n Cheese/ Baked potato for an alternate option.
Wednesday- Crispy chicken sandwich/ Baked potato for an alternate option.
Thursday- Turkey Corn dog/ Baked potato for an alternate option.
2nd & 4th grade families - It's almost time for the district Device Collection and SWAP! ALL second graders are REQUIRED to TURN IN their district issued iPad and charger on Thursday, May 15, and ALL 4th graders are REQUIRED to SWAP their district issued device for a NEW Chromebook. Please make sure your students are prepared with their chargers and devices on the assigned day!
I can't wait to see how you show our fantastic teachers how much we value their hard work and dedication! ❤️ Thank you for your partnership in making our school a wonderful place for learning!
As always, thank you for your parent partnership!
Proud to be your principal,
Dr. Tina Garrett
Field Day Information - Friday, May 9
Friday, May 9th, is our scheduled Field Day for Cannon Elementary! Students will participate in various events throughout the day. We have a fantastic day planned for all of our Cubs!
Important Information:
ALL 1st-5th GRADE STUDENTS MUST HAVE A NINJA NATION Completed Digital Waiver to participate~
https://www.waiverfile.com/b/NinjaNationMurphy/Waiver.aspx?id=2bde082-4a8d-97ad-370d02a83a3e
🏃♀️Events are scheduled from 9:00-2:00
🐾 Students must wear their grade-level color Cannon spirit shirt. Closed-toed shoes and sunscreen are also a must! (Kindergarten orange-; 1st grade-black; 2nd grade-yellow; 3rd-green; 4th-royal blue; 5th-red). Students’ dress should conform to the guidelines set forth in the student handbook. Please, NO white shirts that day. Students should wear tennis shoes that stay on their feet and are tied, and students are NOT to wear cleats.
✅If guardians/parents would like to attend OR volunteer, you must have an approved background check on file for the year. Background checks must be conducted each year. Get a jumpstart and complete your background check today! Apply Online. Click here if you plan to attend- Fast Pass.
🐾 We ask that all parents attending field day show their Cub PRIDE by wearing Cannon Spirit Gear! Our Cubs should wear their grade-level spirit shirt (color)
🚻🚽 Adults must use the Staff/Adult Restrooms; Student restrooms are for students only.
☀We ask you to remember to put sunscreen on your child that day (even if it is a cloudy day) and send it with them if they need to reapply.
🧤Students may bring gloves if they wish for Tug of War.
🌭We will be using our Cafe for a station, so lunch breaks will be in grade-level living rooms and are a time for our classes to take a break from the festivities. We will not have lunch visitors on this day. The cafeteria will serve sack lunches on Field Day. Children may prefer to bring a sack lunch from home.
💧Students need to bring a labeled refillable water bottle, and should be reminded to drink plenty of water to stay hydrated throughout the day and to take care of their trash and recycling.
🍧Each student will receive a popsicle treat! Please note, concessions will not be sold.
👩🔬Cannon Career Day Presenters👨🚒
Calling all parents! It's time to sign up for CAREER DAY! We are looking for individuals to come present for students K-5 on Friday, May 16th. Parents will be scheduled in their child's classroom as well as other classes. On the form below please indicate the times you are available to volunteer. All presenters are also required to complete a GCISD background check. Please click HERE to complete the background check ASAP so we can verify that you are cleared to present. Career Day Interest Form
Our hope is for students to gain knowledge about a variety of possible careers/jobs and the college and/or experiences required to obtain these professions. We would love for you to bring any activities, demonstrations, hands on materials, or pictures that will help the students better understand your job/career. All presentations must be reviewed and approved prior to the presentation. Please upload your slideshow to THIS FOLDER by May 12th for review. Presentations should only be a total of 30 min each.
We will provide breakfast and lunch for presenters that will be on campus during those times.
Contact Mandy Coburn, Cannon Counselor, if you have any questions.
(817) 251-5684 or amanda.coburn@gcisd.net
Ready, Set, Register! Registration for the 2025-2026 School Year is Now Open
Start your engines, GCISD families! Registration for new and returning students, pre-K through 12th grade, is officially open and we want to have a great opening lap.
Why Race to Register Now?
Helps Team GCISD with Planning - Campuses are staffed based on registration numbers. Knowing numbers before the summer minimizes last-minute hiring or the relocation of staff once the school year begins.
It’s a Speedy Lap Through Skyward - Most cells in Skyward for returning students are pre-populated so parents can zoom through the registration process.
Cruise into Summer Knowing Your Student Is Registered - Once you’ve crossed the registration finish line, you can shift into end-of-school year mode, knowing your student is ready for the next school year.
What are the links to register?
Returning students register through Skyward. Families enrolling in pre-K must first complete an online application available here.
New families should first request a Skyward account. Families who only need to register a sibling and already have a Skyward account can do so from their existing account. When registering, please be sure to select the 2025-2026 school year for enrollment.
Cross the finish line early and help GCISD gear up for another winning year!
Sign Up Summer Programs
Get ready for an unforgettable summer! Registration for GCISD Summer Programs is now open. Whether your child loves sports, adventure, hands-on learning, or making new friends, we have something for everyone!
Extended Day Program
This summer will be unforgettable and action packed at EDP with:
Amazing Race Challenges – Compete in exciting adventures!
Special Interest Clubs – Explore new hobbies and skills!
Splash Days – Cool off with water-filled fun!
Time Travel Adventures – Journey through time in engaging, learning activities!
Check out the full calendar here of fun themes and weekly activities.
New: EDP Mini Camps
Choose mini camps only or add them to your EDP experience for the ultimate summer adventure.
Soccer Mini Camp (ages 5-8), June 2-6
Quest for the Minibeast: Science Exploration (ages 7-12), June 9-13
Art on the Wild Side (ages 5-7), June 23-27
Volleyball Mini Camp, (ages 8-12), July 7-11
Superhero Story Camp (ages 5-7), July 7-14
One Act at a Time (ages 8-12), July 7-11
Comic Book Creativity (ages 8-12), July 14-18
Unique Careers: When Science and Art Collide (ages 8-12), July 14-18
Calling All Future MVPs and Sports Superstars
Want to train with the best? GCISD’s top-notch coaches are running sports camps all summer long! No matter your age or skill level, we’ve got a camp for you. Get ready to run, jump, and score your way to an amazing summer.
Check out our full listing of camps. More athletic camps will be added throughout spring and summer.
Academic Summer Program Opportunities
Need a summer academic boost? We’ve got you covered:
Courses for middle school students
Secondary summer school (high school)
Summer Bridges courses
Summer is calling. Register today while space is available.
Nominate a Deserving Employee for Stars of GCISD
Do you know a GCISD employee who goes above and beyond for students and staff? Nominate them for the Stars of GCISD program! Every nomination is also shared with the nominee’s supervisor and they are entered for a chance to be honored as the district’s Star of GCISD! Submit your nomination now at www.gcisd.net/starsofgcisd.
Cannon Elementary: A GCISD STEM School
Email: tina.garrett@gcisd.net
Website: https://can.gcisd.net/
Location: Cannon Elementary School, West College Street, Grapevine, TX, USA
Phone: 817-251-5680
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cannonSTEM/
Twitter: @canSTEM