THE MIGHTY OAK

Sept15-Oct 15 is National Hispanic Heritage Month

September 28.................Boosterthon Begins

September 28.................Kidz Life

September 30.................Clubs that meet: Art, Enviromental, PE, Commercial, Robotics

October 1.........................Robotics

September 28......................Day 3

September 29......................Day 4

September 30......................Day 4

October 1.............................Day 4

October 2.............................Day 5

We look forward to welcoming you for our Visitor Lunches! Please adhere to the dates for your child's grade level. A valid photo ID is required for entry into the building.

Parents are invited to enjoy lunch with their child in the foyer outside the cafeteria or in the designated courtyard areas. To ensure student safety and maintain an orderly lunch environment, visitors may not dine inside the cafeteria. For your child's lunch time, please contact your child's teacher.

Birthday celebrations are a special time, and families may arrange a class snack with the teacher. Snacks should be delivered to the front office and will be enjoyed in the cafeteria. We ask that items be store-bought and limited to one treat (such as cupcakes or cookies), with optional boxed drinks (no red juice or sodas).

For simplicity, please pre-slice large items if needed. Families may also choose to purchase ice cream for the class. To help maintain a safe and organized environment, we are unable to distribute goodie bags, balloons, or flowers.

To help promote inclusion and kindness, invitations to private parties may be distributed at school only if all students in the class are included.

The school clinic is running low on extra clothing items for students! If you have any gentle hand-me-downs you'd like to clear out, we are currently collecting:

• Pants & Shorts: Boys & Girls (K–5)

• Underwear (New/Unopened): Boys (K–5) & Girls (3–5)

• Sneakers: Gently used (K–3)

Drop-offs can be made at the front desk. We greatly appreciate your support!

Ignite your curiosity and showcase your inner innovator at this year’s Science Fair! Explore the Science Fair Website and sign up in the Parent Square on the site if you are interested.

Gwin Oaks PTA presents…

Popsicles on the Playground!

When? October 3rd from 3pm-5pm

Where? Gwin Oaks Playground (behind the school)

Meet new friends and enjoy a free treat!

Order your yearbook today!

5th grade families have an opportunity to highlight their child in the Gwin Oaks Yearbook by purchasing an ad. Ads are limited so do not delay! This cost is in ADDITION to purchasing a yearbook.

Save the Date! BINGO Night is coming!

Friday, October 23, 2026

6pm - 8pm

Brookwood High School cafeteria

Tickets are $15 and include 10 rounds of bingo!

Ticket sales will open for PTA Members on October 1.

General ticket sales will begin on October 9!

Don't wait! Prices will go up the day of the event.

Come join us for some spooktacular fun!

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:

Submit a Staff Shoutout Here

Thank you for being such an active and supportive part of our school family!

Brainfuse from the Gwinnett County Public Library. Brainfuse offers live tutoring and study tools for K-12.

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

1. Go to Launchpad

2. Click on Library Resources

3. Click on Beanstack

On the App

1. Download the Beanstack app

2. Search for your school

3. Type in your child's credentials:

1. Username = student number

2. Password = Four digit birthdate, i.e. mmdd

3. 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.

Do you have a child that is between the ages of birth - 5? We would love for you to join our Play 2 Learn classes at Gwin Oaks Elementary.

Come play with us in Play 2 Learn at Gwin Oaks Elementary. Parents and children ages birth - five are welcome to attend. Please contact Amy Simmon at amy.hough.simmon@gcpsk12.org for more information and to enroll.

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.

Final Gwin Oaks Check out time is 2:00 pm

GASP! Stay at your school

Outdoor play

Affordable tuition

Homework Help

Quick Easy Pick-up

Healthy snacks

STEM arts, crafts and karaoke

We accept CAPS

Limited Space Register Now!

www.gasp-ga.com

FREE REQUIRED SCHOOL VACCINES

Date: Saturday, September 26, 2026

Details: Parents of students who need required school vaccinations are invited to take advantage of this special one-time opportunity.

Locations by Grade Level

• Elementary School Students

  • Location: Department of Health

  • Address: 455 Grayson Hwy, Lawrenceville, GA 30046

• Middle and High School Students

  • Location: Mobile Vaccine Clinic — Discovery High School

  • Address: 1335 Old Norcross Road, Lawrenceville, GA 30046

Benefits

• Meet school immunization requirements

• Protect your child and others from preventable diseases

• Convenient one-day opportunity

Registration / Sign-Up Information

REGISTER TODAY!

• Elementary Sign Up: [Scan Elementary QR Code]

• Middle and High School Sign Up: [Scan Middle & High School QR Code]

Presented in Partnership with GNR Public Health

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.