Glenwood

Good afternoon, Glenwood families!!!

It's a wrap on the 2025-26 school year! As we close out another successful school year at Glenwood Elementary, I want to extend my sincere gratitude to our students, staff, and families for making my first year as principal such a rewarding experience. From the moment I joined the Glenwood community, I have been impressed by the kindness, support, and commitment to excellence that define this special school.

Throughout the year, I have had the opportunity to witness the strong partnerships between home and school, the dedication of our staff, and the enthusiasm and resilience of our students. Together, these qualities make Glenwood an exceptional place to learn and grow.

As summer begins, I hope everyone has the opportunity to relax, recharge, and enjoy meaningful time with family and friends. Thank you for a wonderful first year. I am grateful to be part of the Glenwood community and look forward to all that we will accomplish together in the years ahead.

Have a safe, happy, and enjoyable summer!

CONGRATULATIONS TO THE CLASS OF 2026!

Best,

Josh Rehak, Principal

Kids ‘N Kindness Award

This award recognizes one student from each elementary school in our area who exemplifies civility, charity, and compassion toward others, especially among peers. What makes this award especially meaningful is that the recipient is selected by fellow students. Congratulations to Mason Pywell!

The Citizenship Award

The Citizenship Award, selected by each classroom teacher, recognizes students who consistently demonstrate the values and behaviors that strengthen our school community. These students serve as positive role models through their actions each day.

Recipients of this award:

• Treat others with respect

• Demonstrate a positive attitude toward classmates, school, and community

• Participate in school and community service

• Show the courage to do what is right

• Promote good citizenship within our school

This year's recipients are Xavier Otte, Tenley Kelsall, Isabelle Siskey, Divin Peter-Francis & Cole Bray!

Fern Mathis Ambassador Award

Mrs. Fern Mathis dedicated forty-four years to making a lasting impact at Glenwood as a teacher, mentor, and friend. Upon her retirement in 2017, she left behind a legacy that continues to shape a positive and supportive school culture for all students. Mrs. Mathis truly embodied our school motto: “Making a world of difference for students who will make a difference in the world.”

She was a passionate advocate for students, staff, and families, always leading with kindness, compassion, and dedication.

The Ambassador Award, selected by the Glenwood faculty, is presented annually to one student who has attended Glenwood for all six years and exemplifies the qualities Mrs. Mathis represented so well. The recipient will receive a medal and have their name added to a plaque displayed in the library. Our 2026 Fern Mathis Ambassador is Brooke Peltier!

WOW - thank you to all the cereal box donations... we were able to line the main hallway and performed the Glenwood Elementary Cereal & Kindness Chain Reaction.

Select Chorus serenaded students and staff during morning arrival on Tuesday - what a great way to start the day!

Each week we will highlight anyone who has exemplified qualities similar to our Philly mascots, possessing the following:

GRITTY (Flyers Ice Hockey) Resilient with a ‘never give up’ attitude

FRANKLIN (76er's Basketball): Loyal friend

SWOOP (Eagles Football): Strong and determined

Thank you to our awesome Support Staff for hosting Tuesday's water balloon fight on the playground.

The 5th grade winners of the PAW drawing had a blast... Not only was our Support Staff good sports, they were good friends!!!

All students received an "Autograph Book" today. They can use this for signatures and treat it as an "insert" if they ordered a yearbook.

If you did not pre-order a yearbook but would still like to purchase one, you may buy them online: TreeRing.com. They will be shipped directly to your home.

To ensure your child/children have transportation for the 26-27 school year, it is mandatory to fill out the following questionnaire and submit it by June 12, 2026. If your child is not utilizing bus services for the 26-27 school year, please let us know that as well.

2026-2027 Transportation Survey

On behalf of our teachers, wishing everyone a FUN, happy and safe SUMMER BREAK!!!

Glenwood Elementary families, Summer has a way of flying by. What feels early in June can quickly become mid-July. And then the back-to-school rush begins. If you have not ordered your child’s 1st Day School Supplies yet, now is a great time to take care of it and avoid last-minute scrambling. Order Here: 1st Day School Supply Kit.

Our summer program is designed to enrich the learning of our students, even when school is not in session. The mission of the Rose Tree Media School District’s Summer Program is to provide opportunities for continued academic and social growth. Through fun learning experiences delivered by a dedicated staff, the students will discover their talents, foster a love of learning, gain academic confidence, and create new friendships. Our camps do not require prior experience.... just interest and a willingness to learn something new!

RTMSD Summer Programs 2026 Link

June 15th - 18th, 2026

Non-contact skills camp run by local Head Coaches:
Mike St. Clair - WC Rustin

Paul Graham - Penncrest

Dean Owens - WC East

Eric Van Wyk - Garnet Valley

Skills. Teamwork. Community. Fun.

To promote local public school education and athletics, the coaching staffs from Penncrest, Rustin, and West Chester East are hosting a one-week football clinic for students who come from our feeder schools. Our students get the opportunity to interact with our coaches and players during a week of fun and football. For more information, visit: www.ccallstarfootballcamp.com

Josh Rehak, Principal

Email: jrehak@rtmsd.org
Website: ges.rtmsd.org

Address: 122 South Pennell Road Media, PA 19063
Phone: (610) 627-6900

2025-2026 SCHOOL HOURS: Monday thru Friday

Grades 1-5: 8:50 am - 3:30 pm
AM-Kindergarten: 8:50 am - 11:25 pm

PM-Kindergarten: 12:55 pm - 3:30 pm