Greenfield Elementary Gator Bite

Happy Friday, Gator Families!
What a busy week it’s been! We wrapped it up with an awesome Grandparents Day—big thanks to all the grandparents who came to celebrate with us!

Next week, we’re gearing up to honor 9/11 by wearing our red, white, and blue. Let’s show some patriotic spirit and come together to remember.

Enjoy your weekend and get ready for another great week ahead!

Grandparents Day is always one of our favorite events of the year, and this one was no exception. It was so wonderful seeing all the smiling faces and the sweet moments shared between our students and their grandparents.

You helped make the day so meaningful and full of joy! We loved having you here and can’t wait to do it again next year.

Reminder!
Please do not drop students off before 7:45 AM.

If the Main Gate is not open, students may not be left on campus without parent supervision.

Thank you for your cooperation and help in keeping our Gators safe!

Fall is in the air, NFL Opening Day...Check out this Greenfield Elementary Alumni!
Austin McNamara recently signed with the NY Jets as their starting punter!
Austin played for Texas Tech and Highland Highschool, and has spent the last 13 years working for this opportunity... an epitome of #workhardbekindWe wish him the best of luck this season, and are so excited to watch him live out his NFL dream... even better he's doing it in Gator Green!

How do you get a gaggle of 1st graders to follow you around?
Just pick up the biggest bullfrog you can find!
Thank you, Ms. Lu Lu, for rescuing the frog and showing our Gators what kindness looks like in action!

1st-grade students were able to learn coding by exploring with Indi robots. They practiced creating a hypothesis (guess) and testing it out. Many students could be heard saying, "That didn't work, what if we...." and "Let's try it this way!". We were impressed to see their problem-solving skills and grit! Thank you to Ms. Skinner our Technology Integration Educator for putting this cool experience together!

Hey, 4th, 5th and 6th graders! Want to be a part of Gators Give Back, our service and leadership group... come grab a packet outside Ms. Rollins' Rm 122! Complete your packet and return it to Ms. Rollins' Rm before our first meeting on Tuesday, September 23rd @ 3pm

Get ready for two weeks full of fun, friends, and adventure at our Fall Break Camp! Campers will enjoy exciting field trips to Top Golf, Big Air Trampoline Park, Main Event, and Fat Cats, plus plenty of active games, arts & crafts, and engaging enrichment projects. A special guest from the Spider-Verse will be visiting our Kinder campers on Friday, as well as exploring a fire truck with some of our finest first responders. There's something for every student.

Enrich your student's life with our diverse after school classes with our Enrichment Programs! We proudly offer over 20 engaging classes for elementary and junior high students, as well as family and adult classes designed to strengthen bonds and foster learning together. Our offerings include a wide variety of subjects, including financial literacy, Spanish learning, drawing, cooking, golf lessons, sports training, and dance, to name a few. These classes are designed to help discover passions, build essential life skills, and promote physical activity in a fun and supportive environment.

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Love to sing? Join the Greenfield Elementary School Choir! Choir meets on Wednesday and Friday mornings from 7:30 - 8:00 am in Room 128 (Mrs. Kelley's Music Room). There is a $30.00 participation fee. The fee can be paid by cash or check in the front office. All fees will need to be paid by Friday, September 5. The first rehearsal will be on Wednesday, September 11. If your student is interested, please sign up using the QR code or this link: https://forms.gle/MUS45BebfENgURaD7 by Friday, September 5. If you have any questions, feel free to contact Mrs. Kelley at: anne.andersonkelley@gilbertschools.net or Mrs. Modrell at: laura.modrell@gilbertschools.net

The Greenfield Elementary Handbell Program is open to 4th, 5th, and 6th-grade students. Greenfield Elementary School has two handbells choirs: Bells of the Swamp and Bells of the Bayou. Information about each group can be found on the registration form below. Rehearsals are on Tuesday or Thursday from 7:15 - 8:00 am. Students should be dropped off around 7:10 am and enter through the front office. Prior instrument experience and note reading is recommended, but not required. Attendance is required at all rehearsals and performances. Space is limited. If your student is interested, please sign up using the QR code or this link: https://forms.gle/FSZ7KVNidHuJYzCo9 by Wednesday, September 3. If you have any questions, please email Mrs. Kelley at: anne.andersonkelley@gilbertschools.net.

Hey Parents,

We still have some never ending yuck going around the school:

Stomach flu -kids are reporting not feeling well for 3 days after.

Strep Throat-Please let me know if your child has this. Need to be fever free and on meds for 24 hours before returning to school.

Hand Foot and Mouth- Usually fever and not feeling well first. Then painful blisters/bumps around and in the mouth, hands and feet.

It was so wonderful to see parents and grandparents at the school day, it was so much fun!

In Health,

Nurse Suzy and Ms. Sue

Don't Forget Your Student ID Badge

District-issued ID badges fulfill several critical functions for both staff and students. These badges serve as our primary security measure, enabling staff to quickly identify authorized individuals on campus.

It is essential for everyone to maintain their ID badge in good condition and display it visibly at all times to help ensure a secure environment.

9/5 - Bingo Night 5:30pm

9/5 - 9/12 - Book Fair

9/5 - Back to School Bingo Night 5:30

9/15-9/19 - Parent Conferences

Check out our BSN Store. This site has lots of cool gator gear that would make great gifts for your Gators!

9/11 Day of Service Memorial Ceremony

Join Gilbert Fire & Rescue Department and the Gilbert Police Department in honoring and remembering the lives lost and the brave first responders who answered the call on September 11, 2001. The ceremony will be held at the Town of Gilbert 9/11 Memorial Plaza, commencing at 6:30 PM on Thursday, September 11, 2025.

Prior to the memorial service we encourage you to join us for hands-on volunteer activities from 5:00-6:30pm.

Day of Service to Seniors

Join the Town in assisting elderly and homebound Gilbert residents who, due to limited financial resources and/or physical limitations, need assistance with some basic household services on Saturday, September 13th at 7:00am. Projects can include assistance with light yardwork, removal of boxes and bags for donations, help with trash and recycling, light housework cleaning, changing lightbulbs, air filters, and more.

All ages welcome!

Register Here .

Gilbert Youth Athletics is excited to announce its fall lineup, featuring kickball, Jr. Suns
& Jr. Mercury basketball, cheer, NFL FLAG football, indoor soccer, run club, and
volleyball. These programs welcome players of all ages and abilities, emphasizing
teamwork, skill development, and good sportsmanship in a fun, supportive
environment. Whether your student wants to chase fast breaks, spirited cheers or
steady runs, there’s a place for everyone this fall. Sign up today to be part of a

community that keeps kids active, builds confidence, and creates lasting friendships.

Gilbert Youth Athletics is committed to providing top-tier coaching, utilizing elite facilities and focusing on the overall development of each student-athlete. GYA believes that great athletes must develop fundamental skills at a young age, which prepares them for a future of success as they progress through high school and college programs. | View Here

Anastasia | Musical

August 22 - October 4, 2025
Run Time: approximately 2 hours 30 minutes

Be transported from the twilight of the Russian Empire to the excitement of 1920s Paris, as a brave young woman sets out to discover her mysterious past. Pursued by a ruthless Soviet officer determined to silence her, Anya enlists the aid of a con man & lovable ex-aristocrat. Together, they embark on an epic adventure to help her find home, love & family.

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