THE MIGHTY OAK
August 25 Flipped Curriculum Night K-2 6-7pm
August 27 Flipped Curriculum Night 3-5 6-7 pm
August 17.................................Day 1
August 18.................................Day 1
August 19.................................Day 2
August 20.................................Day 2
August 21.................................Day 2
As we enter the third full week of school, we encourage families to maintain consistent transportation arrangements for their child whenever possible.
Having a consistent transportation plan helps students feel confident and prepared each day, while also supporting a safe and efficient dismissal process for everyone.
Thank you for your partnership and support as we work together to provide the best possible experience for our students.
Car Rider
Please do not line up for dismissal before 2:00 PM, and kindly keep driveways and crosswalks clear.
To help our afternoon line move as quickly and safely as possible, please follow these guidelines:
Display your car rider number prominently so staff members can record it.
If you do not have a car rider number, please have your photo ID ready for pick-up verification.
Student safety is our top priority. We truly appreciate your patience and partnership with our police officers, crossing guards, staff members, and bus drivers as our students learn these new dismissal routines!
Prek-2nd: August 25th at 6:00-7:00 pm
3rd-5th: August 27th at 6:00-7:00 pm
This year's Curriculum Night will follow a flipped format. Parents will receive a video presentation from your child's teacher on Monday, August 24 via ParentSquare.
We encourage you to view the presentation prior to joining us for the evening. The video will provide important information about your child's classroom, curriculum, and expectations for the year ahead.
Curriculum Night will then provide an opportunity for you to connect with your child's teacher, ask questions, and strengthen the home-school partnership that is so important to student success. We look forward to welcoming you and working together to make this a successful school year for every student.
When: Prior to Curruclum Night
Time: 5:30 PM
Where: Gwin Oaks Cafe
Communicating with Your Child's Teacher
Open communication with your child's teacher is essential for a successful school year!
ParentSquare and email are the best ways to reach out to your child's teacher directly.
Common reasons you might need to contact the teacher include:
Transportation changes: Please notify us as early in the day as possible if your child's dismissal routine changes.
Lunch & dietary needs: Questions regarding lunch accounts, packed lunches, or food allergies.
Absences & appointments: Early dismissals or planned absences.
Broadcast Club
Fifth grade students who are interested in joining the Broadcast Club need to apply by Monday, August 17. Students can apply through this link or through the Student Landing Page link in their portal.
Broadcast Club members meet before school, 7:50-8:15, for 4 weeks to produce the morning news show. The Broadcast Club will consist of up to 36 students.
Parents must send a message to Sharon Amolo through Parent Square (emails are not accpeted) by the application deadline (Aug. 17 before 3:00 PM). This is what will be used to communicate about club acceptance, payment, upcoming schedules, and the field trip.
Application Steps:
1. Child fills out the application.
2. Parent sends message to Sharon Amolo through Parent Square with; 1. Parent name (first and last) 2. Student Name (first and last) 3. Which club your child is applying for.
3. Application and Parent Square message are submitted by Aug. 17 before 3:00 PM.
4. Ms. Amolo will notify parents through Parent Square on Aug. 19 to let them know if there child is in the Broadcast Club. Parents will visit MyPaymentPlus to pay the club fees, complete the field trip form (to WSB-TV), and select the t-shirt size.
Summer Reading
Congratulations to all the students who completed their summer reading. The Books and Scoops Reading Celebration will be on Monday, Aug. 24. Students will play a couple of games, enjoy an ice cream sundae, and receive a free book. Students who completed the whole Bingo card will be able to select a prize from our prize vending machine. If you have any questions you may contact Sharon Amolo through Parent Square.
The first Beanstack Reading Challenge will begin after Labor Day. Information will be in the Mighty Oak and sent out through Parent Square.
♟️ Chess Club is Back! We’re excited to announce that fall Chess Club registration is now open at Gwin Oaks Elementary School! Whether your child is new to chess or ready to sharpen their skills, Chess Club is a fun way to build strategy, critical thinking, and sportsmanship. We will meet on select Wednesdays from 2:45–3:45 p.m. Please reference the flyer attached. Be sure to register early using the fall registration link below before spots fill up!
Shaleah Zambino-Chess Club Sponsor
Kidslife Club
Dates: MONDAYS, September 14th-November 16th, January 11th-March 15th
Time: 2:45-4:15 pm
Place: Gym
Who can attend: Kindergarten-5th Grade
The United States Constitution requires schools to respect the right of all external organizations to distribute flyers to students at school if the school permits any such organization to distribute flyers. Accordingly, the school cannot discriminate among groups wishing to distribute flyers at school and does not endorse the content of any flyer distributed at school The school encourages parents to assist their children in making choices appropriate for them. This is not an activity of the school or the school district
Free Family Literacy (English) Classes
The International Newcomer Center offers FREE Family Literacy (English) Classes 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 August - no appointment is needed.
What: Family Literacy Class Registration & Placement Test
When: August 25, 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM or August 26, 9:00 AM-12:00 PM
Where: International Newcomer Center 495 Maltbie St. Lawrenceville GA 30046
Morning Car Rider Reminder
Each morning, car rider drop-off begins at 7:35 am. We request you enter the car rider line no earlier than 7:35 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.
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.