Head's Highlights
October 2, 2026
Where Learning Comes First
Principal's Post
Happy Friday!
GCPS invites community members to participate in resource review committee
Gwinnett County Public Schools (GCPS) is inviting parents and community members to apply for the district’s Instructional Resources Review Committee (IRRC), a group charged with evaluating digital instructional resources. Feedback from the IRRC and teacher reviews will be considered in the selection of resources to pilot in the district. This year’s IRRC will convene on Dec. 3 at the J. Alvin Wilbanks Instructional Support Center (ISC) located at 437 Old Peachtree Road, NW, in Suwanee. Instructional resources will be reviewed for courses in the areas of French, German and Spanish.
- Learn more about the IRRC and complete the application online.
- The deadline to submit completed applications is Oct. 25.
PTA News You Can Use
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Around Campus
Parent-Teacher Conferences (October 2026)
The link to sign up for Parent-Teacher Conferences opens on Friday, October 2nd. It will close on Friday, October 23rd. After this time, you will need to contact your child's teacher to schedule a conference time. The conference link is shown below. It has also been posted on the Head Elementary website.
For additional directions, a step-by-step guide is provided.
Click here to get started:
https://ptcfast.com/schools/R_D_Head_Elementary_School
Additional Information:
Wednesday, October 28th and Thursday, October 29th are Early Release Days due to Parent-Teacher Conferences. Head Elementary students will be dismissed at 12:50 PM. If your student is a walker/car rider/day-care rider, please make any necessary transportation arrangements for your child. Buses will drop students off at their stop at the earlier time.
We will not have lunch guests on Early Release Days due to changes in the lunch schedule.
Video Conferences:
Teachers will be using Microsoft Teams to hold virtual conferences (when selected by the parent) during parent-teacher conferences. Please review the following to make sure your device is set up prior to your scheduled video conference.
https://heades.gcpsk12.org/programs-services/technology/microsoft-teams-for-parents
International Night
It is time for Head Elementary's International Night! This is an event that really shows off the diversity of our school and allows us to celebrate the backgrounds of all of your students and their families. We look forward to you sharing your family's heritage!
We are looking for families to share elements of their culture for International Night on Thursday, October 8th from 6:00-7:30.
We are looking for people to represent their culture or country who will:
-Perform songs or dances
-Dress in traditional clothing
-Cook and serve food from their culture
-Share crafts or artwork
If you are interested in participating, please complete THIS FORM by Friday, October 2nd.
Please email stephanie.richter@gcpsk12.org with any questions.
Parade of Nations - 9:15 AM on October 8th
We love sharing our school spirit with our community! Please note that the Parade of Nations is an in-house activity reserved for our Head Elementary students and staff during school hours. While parents will not be able to attend in person, we look forward to sharing photos and highlights with you after the event!
Box Float Parade
We are excited to invite your family to participate in a fun, creative, and educational make-at-home activity for our upcoming International Night Box Float Parade!
On Thursday, October 8th, during International Night, our gymnasium will transform into a parade route where students will proudly display miniature floats representing different countries.
See flyer for directions.
Enjoy time with family on Fall Break - October 12 - October 16
October 19-23
Do something nice for those who help transport you to school and back safely! We appreciate our bus drivers!
All Pro Dad - Event #2
Mark your calendar for our next All Pro Dad Event - October 21st. An RSVP will be sent out closer to the date.
Raising Resilient Kids- Brookwood Cluster Counselors
Tips for Parenting Today's Kids!
Monday, October 26th
6:00 - 7:30 PM
Brookwood High School Commons
Picture Day Make Ups - October 29th
This morning is an opportunity for those who missed Picture Day to get their photos in the yearbook. It is also a time for students to retake pictures if you are unhappy with the originals. The originals will be delivered prior to this date so that you can make a decision.
Early Release - October 28th & 29th
Students will dismiss at 12:50 PM on October 28th and 29th to give teachers an opportunity to conference with parents.
Book Character Dress Up Day - Friday October 30th
No scary costumes, masks, and no toy weapons or props, please.
Empowering Parents with Parent ProTech: A Free Resource for Online Safety
To support parents, the Georgia Department of Education has partnered with Parent ProTech, a free resource for all Georgia public school parents.
Parent ProTech offers:
Easy-to-follow tutorials on setting up parental controls on devices and apps
Guidance on how to talk to your child about online safety
Tools to help you monitor and manage your child’s digital activity
Support in understanding how to implement parental measures and controls in line with the Social Media Act of 2024
Digital citizenship lessons and videos for classroom use
For more information and to set up your account, please click here.
Connecting With the Community
Looking AHEAD
Upcoming Events
10/8 - International Night - 6:00 PM
10/12 - 10/16 Fall Break
10/19-10/26 - Bus Driver Appreciation Week
10/20 - Third Grade Field Trip to The Zoo
10/21 - All Pro Dad Event #2 - 7:15 - 7:45 AM
10/21 - Unity Day - Wear Orange!
10/22 - Dogwood Pizza Night
10/23 - Field Day - Grades K, 1 & 2
10/24 - Chorus performing at Tick or Treatment Festival
10/26 - Raising Resilient Kids Counseling Event at BHS
10/28 & 10/29 - Early Release 12:50 PM - No Lunch Visitors on these 2 days
10/29 - Picture Make Up Day
10/30 - Book Character Dress Up Day