May 5 - 11, 2024
Good morning Cannon Community,
It's hard to believe we only have 13 and a half days left in this school year! We are excited to continue our fun and exciting end of year festivities! We have another very busy week planned this week. Make sure to check out all of the important upcoming dates below!
Our 3rd graders had a BLAST at NASA last Thursday and Friday! It's a remarkable experience for our scholars and it's not possible without the amazing planning, organizing, fundraising, and grant writing by our OUTSTANDING Teachers! Please help me give a HUGE SHOUT OUT to Mrs. Donaldson, Ms. Whitsell, Ms. Roe, Mrs. Meyer, and Mrs. Hagar for making this experience a reality for our third grade Cubs! We also want to THANK Our NASA Parent Chaperones! Thank you for making the journey to the Johnson Space Center in Houston with our third grade team and your Cubs; We hope you had just as much fun as your kids!
This week we honor our staff for National Teacher Appreciation Week! Our staff is dedicated to each and everyone of our Cubs and they go above and beyond to support them every day. We love and appreciate their hard work each and every day, but National Teacher Appreciation Week is a fun week of celebrating them for loving your CUBS! Take a moment to show our school staff appreciation, love, and gratitude this week!
Please set aside time this week to complete Returning and New Student Registration. This is a very important step as we start to create our school rosters for the 2024-2025 school year! As a reminder, Students with completed registration may have the opportunity to keep their device over the summer (some devices are scheduled for a refresh). *In order for your scholar to keep their GCISD device (iPad or Chromebook) over the summer, registration must be completed by May 17. Unfortunately, this does not apply to 2nd graders. Second-grade devices will be picked up at the end of the school year to be cleaned and prepared to give to kindergarteners at the beginning of the 2024-2025 school year. Second graders, as new 3rd graders, will receive their Chromebooks at the start of the 2024-2025 school year. See below for more information.
It's also the time of year when we need everyone to resolve their Negative School Lunch Balances
and Outstanding Tech Fees; Help Us Help You!
As a reminder, the last day of school is Thursday, May 23 and is an early dismissal day. We will begin dismissal at 11:45 - School's Out for Summer! Your 2024-2025 Principal Newsletter will begin Sunday, July 21st. Until then, have a happy and safe summer break with your family and friends!
Proud to be your principal,
Dr. Tina Garrett
#BeCannonProud
News to Share ~ A Special Note from our Assistant Principal, Lisa Brown
My journey at GCISD has been nothing short of extraordinary! Over the course of 27 full-time and three part-time years, I've had the privilege of serving Cannon for the past decade, including being part of the planning committee for the new Cannon Facility. The opportunity to work in a school with a clear mission and vision, dedicated to nurturing scholars through a problem-solving lens, has been a true honor and a place where my heart will always reside.
It has been an absolute honor and a privilege to serve the teachers, students, and parents of the Cannon community. Witnessing the growth of our students and collaborating with their families has been an enriching experience, one that I will always cherish as the best part of my career.
One of the greatest joys of my career has been raising my four children in this district. Today, they are all happily married and thriving in their respective fields. In fact, our eldest is expecting our second GRANDBABY in September, a testament to the blessings that have come our way. I couldn't be prouder to be a La-La!
As I embark on this new chapter, I am filled with excitement and anticipation. I'm looking forward to the freedom to travel without being bound by a school calendar, embark on new adventures with my husband, delve into some captivating books, and enjoy leisurely walks with my dog. I'm also eager to explore new ways to contribute to the district and the education world, a prospect that fills me with a sense of flexibility and possibility.
Lisa Brown
Assistant Principal
Once a Cub, Always a Cub!
🏃♂️Field Day this FRIDAY - FRIYAY!
Rain or Shine - We will host our annual field day on Friday, May 10th ; Background Approved Visitors, attending field day, will Volunteer During Games. No lunch visitors on this day.
✅Are you planning to attend Field Day? Click HERE for Fast Pass Login.
🐾 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)
🍊Pre-Ordered PTA FIELD DAY SNACK PACKs will be delivered in the afternoon.
🍭Every Cub will receive a Popsicle and a Paw Print Tattoo (Compliments of the principal activity fund)!
🚻🚽 Adults must use the Staff/Adult Restrooms; Student restrooms are for students only.
⬇ See below for more detailed information.
Students will participate in various events throughout the day. We have a fantastic day planned for all of our Cubs!
Important Information:
Events are scheduled from 9:00-2:00, Kindergarten and 1st will end at 1:30.
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.
All background-approved visitors are welcome to attend field day rotations (not lunch). All visitors will be volunteers and help with stations. You will need to have your background check filled out prior to Tuesday, April 23rd. volunteer background check
Visitors will rotate with their grade level and will be asked to run activities at each station. If you have more than one Cub, you can bounce between the grade levels. Please understand we need everyone to pitch in and help!
We ask that each grade level Cub wear their grade level spirit shirt (Kindergarten - black; 1st grade - yellow; 2nd grade - green; 3rd grade - royal blue; 4th grade - red; 5th grade - orange
Visitors, please wear a Cannon spirit shirt!
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.
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.
They may bring gloves if they wish for Tug of War.
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!
Action Needed - Register your CUB for the 2024-2025 School Year!
GCISD Returning Student Registration Opens Monday, April 8; New Student Registration is Already Open!
Returning student registration will open on Monday, April 8. While parents are able to register up until the first day of school, parents are encouraged to register by Friday, May 17, to help the district gather enrollment numbers as early as possible for planning purposes. Students with completed registration may have the opportunity to keep their device over the summer (some devices are scheduled for a refresh). *In order for your scholar to keep their GCISD device (iPad or Chromebook) over the summer, registration must be completed by May 17. Unfortunately, this does not apply to 2nd graders. Second-grade devices will be picked up at the end of the school year to be cleaned and prepared to give to kindergarteners at the beginning of the 2024-2025 school year. Second graders, as new 3rd graders, will receive their Chromebooks at the start of the 2024-2025 school year.
To register a returning student click here. Prior to completing online registration, students enrolling in pre-kindergarten must have completed a separate online application, which may be found here.
Families who are awaiting a transfer request should register for the campus they are currently zoned for. Transfer requests will be processed at a later date. To view attendance zones, visit our School Maps Online.
New student registration is also open and can be completed here. Students new to the district (including those entering kindergarten) must provide proof of residency, birth certificate, social security number, immunization record, emergency contact numbers and a report card from the previous school unless enrolling in kindergarten.
Families needing assistance with registration for the 2024-2025 school year should contact the campus registrar. Families who need additional assistance or have specific questions or concerns, should contact their campus directly. For more information, visit GCISD’s 2024-2025 registration page.
If you are planning not to return to Cannon, please fill out the following form: Summer Withdrawal Form
*2024-2025 New and Returning Student Registration Open in Skyward - Tell your new neighbors! *In order for your scholar to keep their GCISD device (iPad or Chromebook) over the summer, registration must be completed by May 17.
May Lunch Sign Up: May Lunch Sign Ups We welcome Skyward-approved visitors to have lunch with their Cub! You may only bring lunch for your student, and please remember to clean up after yourself!
May 6 - May 10 - Teacher Appreciation Week; Our teachers go above and beyond each day for every Cub. Make sure you show them all the LOVE!
Wednesday, May 8 - School Nurse Appreciation Day! Nurse Kendra cares deeply for each and every student, staff member, and our families. Make sure to show her love and appreciation!
Friday, May 10 - Cannon Field Day; Background Approved Visitors will Volunteer During Games. No lunch visitors on this day. Are you planning to attend Field Day? Click HERE for Fast Pass Login. We ask that all parents attending field day show their Cub PRIDE by wearing Cannon Spirit Gear!
Friday, May 10 - 💃End of Year 4th and 5th Grade Dance 🕺 6:30-8:30; PTA General Meeting 6:45
May 13 - May 17 - Celebrate Freedom Week
Friday, May 17 - 👩🔬👨🏭Cannon Career Day 👨✈️👩✈️; Students in grades kindergarten through 5th are invited to dress up as their career of choice. (No superhero, princess costumes, masks or weapons will be allowed.)
Friday, May 17 - National Speech Language Pathologist Day
Friday, May 17 - Last Day for Lunch Visitors in the Cafe
🎖️EOY Success Ceremonies (Teachers will send more detailed information):
Monday, May 20: Kinder 8:15 AM - Kindergarten Parent/Guardian Fast Pass; Third Grade 12:30 PM - Third Grade Parent/Guardian Fast Pass
Tuesday, May 21: First Grade 10:00 AM - First Grade Parent/Guardian Fast Pass; Fourth Grade 1:20 PM - Fourth Grade Parent/Guardian Fast Pass
Wednesday, May 22: Second Grade 10:30 AM - Second Grade Parent/Guardian Fast Pass; Fifth Grade all-day picnic - FIfth grade Picnic Fast Pass; Former Cannon Cub Grad Clap Out 2:00 PM
Thursday, May 23: Fifth Grade 8:00 AM, Clap Out 9:30 AM - Fifth Grade Parent/Guardian Fast Pass
Thursday, May 22 - Final Report Cards Post in Skyward
Thursday, May 23 - Last Day of School for Students - Early Release 11:45
Cannon Career Day
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 17th. 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.
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 10th for review. Presentations should only be a total of 30 min each.
We will provide breakfast and lunch for presenters on campus during those times.
Please complete this form
Download the GCISD App
Download the GCISD app today! The app is your one-stop-shop for all things GCISD. The event section shows a list of events throughout the district. The live feed is where you'll find updates from your child's school. Never miss a thing by downloading the GCISD app!
Android-https://tinyurl.com/GCISD-APP
Walk a Mile with GCISD
After a successful inaugural Walk a Mile event in 2023, GCISD is bringing it back for a second year! Mark your calendars for 6 p.m., Tuesday, May 7, at Mustang Panther Stadium. Once again, this will be an evening where GCISD comes together to walk the track, meet new people and spend time with friends. Join us for this event!
Nominate a Deserving Staff Member for Stars of GCISD
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