GES APRIL FAMILY NEWSLETTER

April 1st: BOE Meeting 6PM - Honey Bees & Young Gentleman's Clubs Lead the Pledge

April 1st: Let's Play Soccer Program Begins 4:00-5:30pm

April 1st: Fourth Grade Sultana Trip

April 2nd: Early Dismissal 1PM - Quarter 3 Ends

April 3rd: Fourth Grade Sultana Trip

April 4th First Grade Zoo Field Trip

April 7th: Fifth Grade Panoramic Picture

April 7th: MCAP Testing Begins

April 8th & 9th: Planetarium Assemblies during Specials

April 8th: Let's Play Soccer Program 4:00-5:30pm

April 11th: Third Grade Skating Field Trip

April 14th: Class Picture Day

April 15th: Let's Play Soccer Program 4:00-5:30pm

April 17th: Early Dismissal 1PM - Start of Spring Break

April 18th-21st - SPRING BREAK

April 22nd: Earth Day

April 22nd: Let's Play Soccer Program 4:00-5:30pm

April 24th: After School Family Engagement Night

April 25th: GJC & PreK3 & PreK4 - Petting Zoo

April 29th: Fifth Grade Washington DC Field Trip

April 29th: Let's Play Soccer Program 4:00-5:30pm

The Board of Education is considering further revisions to the Dress Code Policy. Please visit the district website for complete details and information on providing feedback.

2024-2025 Calendar - The current calendar has been amended to reflect 180 student days and 190 teacher work days, which makes June 17, 2025 (half-day) the last day of school for students. (News Post with details)

2025-2026 Calendar – The Board adopted a calendar for the 2025-2026 school year. The calendar may be found on the website in English, Spanish and Haitian Creole.

Change of Student School Assignment

The 2025-2026 Application for a Change of Student School Assignment is available online from March 1 through June 1. Please visit the Caroline County Public Schools webpage for requirements and application.

Enrollment Open For All New Students

The enrollment process is now open for eligible Prek and Kindergarten students, and all other students new to Caroline County Public Schools.

Please note:

• If your child is currently in PreK-4, there is no need to enroll again.

• If your child is currently in PreK-3, they need to be enrolled for PreK-4 at their school of residence and requalified.

The enrollment process is explained on the Enrollment & Attendance page of the Caroline County Public Schools website. Families are encouraged to begin the process as soon as possible.

For more information about PreK and Kindergarten, please visit the Prek and Kindergarten page of the website.

Caroline Families, registration closes May 5!

Start your summer planning now with a FREE PROGRAM for rising 6th, 7th 8th and 9th graders!

Summer Career Enrichment Program

Session I: July 7 - July 17, 2025

Session II: July 14 - July 31, 2025

Location: Easton High School (free transportation provided)

This program will engage students in hands-on activities that lead to career paths in cybersecurity, media arts, video design, health, computer science, and engineering.

Classes offered will include: Animation, App Development, Careers in Healthcare, Chess, Cyber Security, Drones, Media Arts, Presentation/Graphic Design, and Robotics.

The program is in partnership with People for Change Coalition, Mid-Shore Regional Council, Rural Maryland Council, and Caroline, Dorchester, and Talbot County Public Schools.

For more info: contact@pfcoalition.org, 310-772-1552

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.

The Board of Education is considering further revisions to the Dress Code Policy. Please visit the district website for complete details and information on providing feedback.

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.

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.

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.