Eagle Eye Newsletter

Welcome back! It was so wonderful seeing so many familiar faces at Open House, catching up after the summer, and feeling the school come alive again.

A Warm Welcome to Our Newest Eagles

To all the new families joining our community this year: a huge, heartfelt welcome. We are thrilled to have you with us. Please don’t hesitate to reach out if you need anything as you get settled—we’re here to help you find your footing.

Off to a Great Start

A special shoutout goes to our newest, youngest learners! Our kindergarteners are settling into their daily routines remarkably fast. Seeing their courage, big smiles, and excitement over these first few days has brought so much joy to the building and set a wonderful tone for the entire year.

Thank you for being such an active, supportive part of our school family. We are so excited for the year of learning and growing ahead together.

Take a look at our schedule of events for the upcoming weeks. Don’t forget, you can always find our full calendar on the school website.

• August 26th & 27th - Registration for Family Literacy Classes
• August 27th - Curriculum Night
• August 28th - Popsicles in the Park
• September 4th - Local School Council
• September 7th - No school in observance of Labor Day

To help us establish strong routines and support a smooth start to the year, we kindly ask that no lunch visitors come until after Labor Day. The first 20 days of school are critical for building classroom community, practicing procedures, and helping students gain independence. We appreciate your understanding and support as we lay the foundation for a successful year!

In the morning, the car rider door closes at 8:35 am. After this time, please park and walk your child to the school entrance for check-in. Our late bell rings at 8:45 AM, students arriving after 8:45 will be marked tardy. Please park in marked spaces only. This ensures traffic flows easily and keeps the pathways clear for our school buses!

To keep our students safe, children may not walk to or from the parking lot unattended. If you'd like to walk with your student, please feel free to park and accompany them all the way to the main entrance!

We have transitioned to our regular drop-off routine, meaning parents will no longer be able to escort students into the building during arrival.

Our school supply lists are available to help you prepare for a smooth and successful first day. Lists are organized by grade level and include everything your child will need in the classroom.

Find the lists here: https://taylores.gcpsk12.org/for-parents/school-supply-list

Thank you for making sure your student is ready to learn!

Curriculum Night is an important evening for families to learn more about what your child will be learning this year. You'll hear directly from teachers about classroom expectations, daily routines, and how you can support your child’s success at home.

This is a valuable opportunity to build a strong home-school partnership right from the start.

We encourage all families to attend!

We are excited to share that Taylor Elementary will offer FREE for parents/guardians & caregivers of GCPS students. These classes are designed to help families strengthen their English reading, writing, and speaking skills in a supportive and welcoming environment. By improving English skills, families will be prepared to support their children's education and overall success. Registration and placement testing will take place in at the end of August- no appointment is needed.

What: Family Literacy Class Registration & Placement Test
When: August 25, 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM or August 26, 12:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Where: Taylor Elementary School, 600 Taylor School Drive, Lawrenceville, GA 30043

Classes begin Wednesday, September 9, 2026

Class Time - 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Class Dates - 9/9, 9/16, 9/23, 9/30, 10/7, 10/21, 10/28, 11/4, 11/11, 11/18, 12/2, 12/9, 12/16

• We must receive transportation changes in writing by noon of the day that the change will take place. For the safety of your child, we will not accept phone calls or emails for transportation changes.
• A note must be sent every time you make a change to your child’s normal routine unless the change is for one consecutive week (5 consecutive days max).
• Permanent transportation changes require a Transportation Change form.

Thank you so much to all of the students who participated in our Beanstack Summer Reading Challenge this year!

These students will gather with Ms. Lovejoy during their lunch times next week for a popsicle party!

The final TOP 10:

10. Robert L.

9. Rhylee J.

8. Courtney N.

7. John V.

6. Veda B.

5. Camila D-S.

4. Ansley G.

3. Lincoln S.

2. Raleigh M

1. Lian S.

Way to gooooooooo! I am so proud of all of my readers!!! Readers are Leaders!

School Hours - 8:50 AM - 3:20 PM

8:15 - 8:35 - Car Rider Doors Open

8:45 - Tardy Bell Rings

8:50 - Start of Instructional Day

2:45 - Last Student Check-out Time

3:20 - Dismissal Begins

3:40 - Car Rider Doors Close

At the beginning of each school year, it is important to verify and update your and your emergency contacts information. Please take a moment to check your contact information located in Parent Vue/Parent Portal to ensure it is correct. We must keep updated information on all of our students in case of an emergency.

We welcome parents and guardians to join us at school for special occasions and to volunteer. To help us maintain a safe and organized environment, we ask that all visitors sign in at the front office upon arrival. A visitor sticker must be worn while on campus.

Please note: Only parents/guardians and individuals listed as emergency contacts for your child will be permitted to enter the building to attend lunch, parties, and events. This policy also applies to outdoor events.

The online application for the new school year is now available at:
www.gwinnett.schoollunchapp.com

Once approved, eligibility is good for the entire school year. You must complete a new application each school year.

Parents are encouraged to check the status of their application and print proof of benefits (aka proof of eligibility) letters here:

www.gwinnett.schoollunchstatus.com

Parents, if your child will need take medication during the school day, please plan to drop it off in person in the clinic during Open House or during the first week of school. Students are not permitted to transport medication.

If you have any questions or need to make arrangements, please contact Ms. Montenegro in the clinic at 770-338-4683.

Our front office team is here to support you and help ensure a smooth start to the school year. If you need assistance, our office hours are:

Monday–Friday, 7:45 AM - 3:45 PM
School Phone: 770-338-4680

Feel free to call or stop by—we’re happy to help!