THE MIGHTY OAK
October is National Principal's Month
October 23...................Bingo Night Tonight!!
October 26-30.............Red Ribbon Week
......................................United Way Giving Contest
......................................Lilburn Co-op Food Drive
October 26...................Kidz Life
October 28...................Astronomy Club, PE Club,
October 28...................School Store
October 28...................Early Release Day 1
October 29...................Early Release Day 2
October 26.............................Day 1
October 27............................Day 2
October 28.............................Day 2
October 29.............................Day 2
October 30.............................Day 2
Feed the Candy Monster to Support PBIS!
Our PBIS Team is collecting individually bagged candy and small treats to help recognize and reward students for their positive behavior choices. If you would like to support this effort, please consider donating and dropping your items in the Candy Monster bin located in the school vestibule.
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!
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.
Help us celebrate the amazing people who make our school shine.
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:
Thank you for being such an active and supportive part of our school family!
TUTORING HELP WITH GWINNETT COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
Brainfuse from the Gwinnett County Public Library. Brainfuse offers live tutoring and study tools for K-12.
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.
Morning Car Rider Reminder
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.
October is Bullying Prevention Month
October is National Bullying Prevention Month, a time to encourage kindness, acceptance, and inclusion. Parents play an important role in helping children build positive relationships and create a community where everyone feels valued and respected.
How families can help:
- Model kindness and respect in everyday interactions.
- Encourage your child to include others, especially those who may seem left out.
- Talk about celebrating differences and treating everyone with dignity.
- Help your child recognize how words and actions can affect others.
- Praise your child when they demonstrate kindness, empathy, and friendship.
Teach your child to be an Upstander, not a Bystander. If they see someone being treated unkindly, encourage them to:
- Include the student who is being left out.
- Speak up in a safe and respectful way.
- Get help from a trusted adult.
- Show kindness and support to the person being targeted.
Together, we can help our children create a school community where everyone feels safe, accepted, and valued.
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.