Gaston Elementary Newsletter

November 2 - FALL BACK - Daylight Savings Time Ends

November 3 - PTO Meeting 6pm

November 4 - PICTURE RETAKES - packets available in the office.

November 10 - NO SCHOOL - Grading Day

November 11 - NO SCHOOL - Veterans Day

November 20 - Community Play Date Ages 0-5 (details below)

November 26-28 - Thanksgiving Break - No School

This month teachers and students explored ways to be Responsible.

Our Character Strong drawing winners for the month were:

Kadence was recognized for RESPECT! She won free choice time for her class!

Brayden was awarded for COOPERATION! He won video game time with a friend and the principal!

Phoenix got a shout out for being RESPONSIBLE! She won donuts or cookies for her class!

Thea did a great job of showing COURAGE! Lunch with a friend and the Principal for the win!

Harper was noticed for a display of RESPONSIBLITY! WooHoo for Free Recess for her class!

Mrs. Paola ~ Learning Fun in the Library!

It’s been a busy and exciting fall in the library! We’ve been diving into fun picture books to learn all about character traits and story elements—and enjoying some great fall stories that celebrate the changing seasons. Our Book Fair was a huge success last week! A big thank-you to all the families who stopped by to shop and join the fun. And a special shout-out to our kindergarteners, who learned how to check out books for the very first time—such a big milestone!

Ms. Vance - Soaring High in Second Grade

🍂 Second Grade Fall Fun Update! 🍂

In second grade, we practice being kind and respectful every single day—because great friends make school even better! We work hard on our reading, writing, and math skills, and we’re learning that everyone is a math doer—mistakes are just part of the learning adventure!

Our favorite part of the reading routine is Otter Time—Our Time to Enjoy Reading! 🦦📚 The kids love diving into books and exploring new stories.

After some hands-on research, we even wrote our own informative booklets about frogs! 🐸

It’s been a wonderful fall with this amazing bunch of second graders, and we can’t wait to see what the rest of the year brings!

The PTO is passionate about connecting parents, guardians, and grandparents

with opportunities to enhance their student's education.

Please fill out our survey so we can let you know when volunteer opportunities

line up with your availability.

Find the Survey Here

Sign Up Link for STEAM Assembly!

WELCOME FROM THE GASTON ELEMENTARY OFFICE

Hi Greyhound Families:

Please reach out to us if you need help or have questions. Feel free to send an email or give us a call! Our office hours are 7:30 am ~ 4:00 pm.

We are so happy your kids are here!

Kelly Thompson & Becca Sheets

Email: thompsonk@gastonk12.org

Website: www.gastonk12.org

Phone: 503-985-7240

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