Head's Highlights
October 23, 2026
Where Learning Comes First
Principal's Post
Happy Friday!
It was great to have Field Day for grades K, 1, and 2 with a chill in the air today! Thanks to all of the parent volunteers and kudos to Mrs. Richter and the staff volunteers who made it a success. I hope everyone has a wonderful weekend. Check out the calendar at the bottom of this newsletter to see our dress up days for next week - We are celebrating being drug free!
PTA News You Can Use
Want to order some cute Spiritwear or go ahead and check ordering a yearbook off your list? QR codes are above for both. Using your phone and can't access the QR codes? We have links for both items listed below.
Around Campus
Parent-Teacher Conferences (October 2026)
The link to sign up for Parent-Teacher Conferences opens on Friday, October 2nd. It will close on Friday, October 23rd. After this time, you will need to contact your child's teacher to schedule a conference time. The conference link is shown below. It has also been posted on the Head Elementary website.
For additional directions, a step-by-step guide is provided.
Click here to get started:
https://ptcfast.com/schools/R_D_Head_Elementary_School
Additional Information:
Wednesday, October 28th and Thursday, October 29th are Early Release Days due to Parent-Teacher Conferences. Head Elementary students will be dismissed at 12:50 PM. If your student is a walker/car rider/day-care rider, please make any necessary transportation arrangements for your child. Buses will drop students off at their stop at the earlier time.
We will not have lunch guests on Early Release Days due to changes in the lunch schedule.
Video Conferences:
Teachers will be using Microsoft Teams to hold virtual conferences (when selected by the parent) during parent-teacher conferences. Please review the following to make sure your device is set up prior to your scheduled video conference.
https://heades.gcpsk12.org/programs-services/technology/microsoft-teams-for-parents
Red Ribbon Week 10/26-10/30
Mark your calendars for these fun dress up days to help us celebrate being drug free! There are also opportunities to bring in canned goods and clinic supplies.
Raising Resilient Kids- Brookwood Cluster Counselors
Tips for Parenting Today's Kids!
Monday, October 26th
6:00 - 7:30 PM
Brookwood High School Commons
Picture Day Make Ups - October 29th
This morning is an opportunity for those who missed Picture Day to get their photos in the yearbook. It is also a time for students to retake pictures if you are unhappy with the originals. The originals will be delivered prior to this date so that you can make a decision.
Early Release - October 28th & 29th
Students will dismiss at 12:50 PM on October 28th and 29th to give teachers an opportunity to conference with parents.
Book Character Dress Up Day - Friday October 30th
No scary costumes, masks, and no toy weapons or props, please.
Veterans Day Program
Head Elementary's Annual Veterans Day Program will be held on Wednesday, November 11 at 9:30 AM.
We invite any Veteran or active-duty service member to attend our program and be honored with a medal, certificate, and a gift bag. Our chorus will perform patriotic songs and there will be a slideshow of Veterans from our school community.
If you would like to send in a picture of a Veteran or active service member for our slideshow, please send images to ashley.petric@gcpsk12.org. If you sent in a picture last year, you do NOT need to resubmit it.
All pictures and RSVPs must be submitted by November 4. RSVP forms were sent home with all students on Friday, October 9th.
Questions? Please contact kelly.mraz@gcpsk12.org.
Students are encouraged to wear red, white, and blue on Wednesday, November 11 in celebration of Veterans Day!
Connecting With the Community
Program Details:
- Online Booking Link: https://bit.ly/Gwinnett_VTLDays
- Children ages 5-18 (Pre-K through 12th Grade)
- Free eye exam and prescription glasses, if needed
- Appointments are required and typically take 20-30 minutes
Upcoming clinic locations include:
- October 15 – Lawrenceville Female Seminary, Lawrenceville
- October 16 – Innovation Square, Lawrenceville
- November 3 – Innovation Square, Lawrenceville
- November 7 – Gwinnett Environmental & Heritage Center, Buford
- November 23 – McDaniel Farm Park, Duluth
- November 24 – Lucky Shoals Park Community Recreation Center, Norcross
- December 28 – Gwinnett Environmental & Heritage Center, Buford
- December 29 – Community Resource Center at Georgia Belle Court, Norcross
🏀Join Us at the Arts and Crafts Fair – A Free, Family-Friendly Community Event!
Saturday, October 31 • 10 AM - 3 PM
Come out and enjoy a day of shopping, fun, and entertainment at our Arts and Crafts Fair! This free event is the perfect outing for the whole family, offering a wide range of handmade goods from local vendors. Explore unique products such as jewelry, plants, candles, handcrafted furniture, plush toys, delicious desserts, and much more. There's something for everyone!
Family Fun for All Ages
While you shop, the kids can enjoy a special truck or treat, get their faces painted by our basketball players and participate in the Brookwood Basketball Pep Rally for some exciting school spirit!
Mark your calendars, bring the family, and support local artisans and Brookwood Basketball at this vibrant community celebration. See you there!
Looking AHEAD
Upcoming Events
10/24 - Chorus performing at Tick or Treatment Festival
10/26 - Red Ribbon Week - Wear Red!
10/26 - Raising Resilient Kids Counseling Event at BHS
10/27 - Red Ribbon Week - Superhero Day!
10/28 - Early Release 12:50 PM - No Lunch Visitors
10/28 - Red Ribbon Week - Neon Day!
10/29 - Early Release 12:50 PM - No Lunch Visitors
10/29 - Picture Make Up Day
10/29 - Red Ribbon Week -Team/Twin Day!
10/30 - Red Ribbon Week - Book Character Dress Up Day
10/31 - Halloween
11/1 - Daylight Savings Time - Fall back 1 hour
11/3 - Digital Learning Day/Election Day
11/6 - Fifth Grade Field Trip