GES FEBRUARY FAMILY NEWSLETTER

Caroline County Public Schools is aware of concerns regarding recent changes to U.S. immigration policy and enforcement. The Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) has provided guidance which reinforces our own belief that every student—regardless of immigration status—receives the support they need from our educational system. Please visit the CCPS website for complete information.

More information and sign up sheets to come.

Más información y hojas de inscripción próximamente.

February 3rd: Honey Bees & YGC Clubs 3:45PM

February 4th: BOE Meeting 6PM

February 5th: Rise Girl Group 3:45PM

February 10th: Honey Bees & YGC Clubs 3:45PM

February 11th: Classroom Group Picture Day

February 12th: Clubs/Candid Picture Days & Rise Girl Group Begins 3:45PM

February 13th: GJC/GES Game Night

February 14th: Happy Valentine's Day - Early Dismissal for Students - 1PM

February 17th: President's Day - No School

February 18-25th: GES Book Fair

February 18th: Honey Bees & YGC Clubs 3:45PM

February 19th: RISE Girl Group Meeting 3:45pm

February 20th: GES One School, One Book Academic Night 5:30-7PM

February 24th: Honey Bees & YGC Clubs 3:45PM

February 26th: Give Kids A Smile - Grade 2 Assembly & RISE Girl Group Meeting 3:45pm

February 28th: Grandparents Day & Read Across America

Please remember, for all notifications, parent/guardian numbers and emails are taken directly from information provided by the family in PowerSchool. Staff contact information is taken directly from the Employee Access Center.

School delays and closings are shared via:

• a phone call, text, and email through our notification system

• a message on the CCPS Mobile App the district website (carolineschools.org)

• social media: Facebook (Caroline County Public Schools and all school pages), and Instagram (carolineschoolsmd)

• some local news and radio stations

The process for making weather-related decisions is outlined on carolineschools.org.

Attention parents, guardians, caregivers, and daycare providers of children ages birth to eight! Join us for a four-part workshop to learn strategies used in PreK and beyond, and how these strategies can be used at home.

All details available at: carolineschools.org/article/1920932

#Caroline Family

• Flyer is on Peachjar

• Dates are on the district calendar

• News post is on CCPS and all elementary websites

Good attendance for your student begins on the first day of the school year. Consider the following facts:

• Chronic absenteeism may prevent children from reaching early milestones.

• Chronically absent students have difficulty keeping up with the pace at which they are expected to learn and grow.

• Students who are absent even a day or two every few weeks fall behind their peers.

• Irregular attendance can be a better predictor of whether students will drop out before graduation than test scores.

• Consistent, on-time attendance is a habit that lasts into adulthood.

In addition to wanting the best possible education for your child, we also closely monitor absences because Maryland law requires that children ages 5-18 attend school. Students may be withdrawn if not attending school regularly; students not enrolled or attending will be considered truant.

How Can Parents Encourage Good Attendance?

• Build good attendance habits early so children know that getting to school on time every day is important!

• Set a regular bedtime & morning routine, laying out clothes and backpacks the night before.

• Avoid scheduling appointments & trips when school is in session.

• Don't let your child stay home unless he/she is truly sick.

• Consider that sometimes a stomach ache or headache is a sign of anxiety. If your child seems anxious about going to school, talk to the school about helpful resources.

GES fosters a collaborative community within a rigorous environment where students are empowered to advocate for their learning.

In partnership with family and community, Greensboro Elementary School will motivate and challenge students to attain educational excellence.

Front Office Hours: 8:30 – 4:00
Teacher Hours: 8:30 – 4:00

Caroline County Public Schools prohibits discrimination in its educational programs, and in employment, on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, or disability.