THE MIGHTY OAK
September is National Hispanic Heritage Month
September 21st-24th.............Book Fair Buying
September 28.........................Boosterthon Begins
September 28.........................Kidz Life
September 23.........................Commercial Club Group 1 & Robotics
September 24.........................Student Counsil & Robotics
September 28.........................Boosterthon Begins
September 21.............................Day 2
September 22.............................Day 2
September 23.............................Day 2
September 24.............................Day 3
September 25.............................Day 3
Dear Parent/Guardian,
Hello! Your child's Physical Education program will soon participate in the FIT Georgia Physical Fitness Assessment. Students in Grades 1-3 will participate in the assessment of height and weight only. Students in Grades 4-5 will complete all components of the assessment, as required by Georgia law.
The FIT Georgia assessment measures several areas of health-related fitness, including:
Cardiovascular endurance
Muscular strength and endurance
Flexibility
Body composition
These assessments help schools monitor and support student health and physical fitness development.
The following FIT Georgia fitness assessments will be used to measure the various areas of health-related fitness:
15M or 20M PACER (Aerobic Capacity)
Curl-Up (Abdominal Strength and Endurance)
Push-Up (Upper Body Strength and Endurance)
Back-Saver Sit and Reach (Flexibility)
Body Mass Index (Healthy Body)
It's important to note that the assessment does not compare your child to anyone else, nor does it measure skill or athletic performance. Instead, it compares your child to health standards established by researchers as the level of fitness all students should reach to attain health benefits.
After the assessment, you will receive a student report that includes a brief explanation of each fitness assessment, details on the importance of each assessment, and your child’s actual scores. You can use this report as a tool to support your child in leading a healthy and active lifestyle.
Here are a few ways to support your child:
Stress the importance of fitness for feeling good.
Provide equipment that encourages physical activity.
Help your child identify a time and place for daily physical activity.
Limit screen time (TV, video games, devices, etc.).
Be a role model for your child.
Teach your child games you enjoyed playing as a child.
Praise and encourage your child to be active.
Involve your child in after-school or recreation programs within your community.
We are very excited about participating in FIT Georgia and hope you will support and help your child reach his/her potential. If you have any questions, please contact your child’s physical education teacher, Mrs. Simmon.
Ice Cream Sales have started! 🍦
We are excited to announce that ice cream sales are back at Gwin Oaks! Ice cream will be available for purchase every Friday during students' lunch periods. All items are $1.00 each. Thank you for supporting this fun Gwin Oaks tradition. We know our students look forward to this special Friday treat!
Help us celebrate the amazing people who make our school shine.
Have you noticed a staff member modeling our core values or Ready, Respectful and Responsible? As part of our Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) program, we want to ensure that our staff members feel as encouraged and supported as our students do. We know our teachers and staff are doing incredible things every day—from going the extra mile in the classroom to offering a helping hand in the hallways—and we want to hear about it from you!
Why Shoutout?
Positive recognition is a cornerstone of our school culture. When parents share their appreciation, it builds a stronger community and boosts the morale of the dedicated professionals working with your children. Whether it’s a small gesture or a major milestone, no shoutout is too small.
How It Works
It is easier than ever to recognize a staff member. You don't need to write a formal letter; simply click the link below and fill out our quick recognition form.
Recognition Type ..................What to Include
Teacher Shoutout .................. A classroom or school moment that made a difference for your child.
Staff Shoutout..........................Appreciation for our bus drivers, custodians, or office staff.
Submit Your Shoutout Today
Click the link below to access the form and brighten a staff member's day:
Thank you for being such an active and supportive part of our school family!
TUTORING HELP WITH GWINNETT COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
Brainfuse from the Gwinnett County Public Library. Brainfuse offers live tutoring and study tools for K-12.
FALL BOOK FAIR
Flyers will be sent home next week.
The eWallet link is below. Please DO NOT purchase a gift card, since they can not be used at the Book Fair. If you have any questions please contact Ms. Amolo through Parent Square.
BEANSTACK READING CHALLENGE
The first Beanstack Reading Challenge will start on Sept. 8 and end on Oct. 2. Students will set a goal to read for at least 10 days or 10 consectative days and answer a couple of questions related to each book.
How to log in on Beanstack
On the Browser
Go to Launchpad
Click on Library Resources
Click on Beanstack
On the App
Download the Beanstack app
Search for your school
Type in your child's credentials:
Username = student number
Password = Four digit birthdate, i.e. mmdd
For example, if their birthday is February 4, my 4 digit birthdate would be 0204
There will be 5 reading challenges. Students who complete 4 out of the 5 reading challenges will attend a Glow in the Dark Reading Celebration in May. If you have any questions, please contact Sharon Amolo through Parent Square.
Morning Car Rider Reminder
Each morning, car rider drop-off begins at 7:45 am. We request you enter the car rider line no earlier than 7:45 am and no later than 8:05 am. This is the time frame during which the line will be moving for arrival and ensures that your child will not be tardy for school.
Book it for the Bus
Mark your calendars for a fun, community-wide event supporting literacy in our district!
Date & Time: Saturday, October 31, 2026 at 8:30 AM
Location: J. Alvin Wilbanks Instructional Support Center (ISC)
Registration: Sign up today at bookmobile5k.com
The school with the most participants will win a visit from the book mobile!
Gwin Oaks Elementary
400 Gwin Oaks Drive
Lawrenceville, GA 30044
Elementary 770-972-3110
The mission of the faculty and staff of Gwin Oaks Elementary is to facilitate a safe and supportive environment where excellence in learning for all children results in responsible
and productive citizens and lifelong learners.