Bulldog Bulletin
NEW SPIRITWEAR!
It's here, it's here!! CLICK HERE TO SEE OUR NEW GEAR! A big thank you to April Pace (3rd grade parent and PTA VP of Fundraising) for her graphic design talent and time working with Lori (The Tee Room). We plan to discount one design every now and then. This round we are going with the Grange Hall Varsity Design - snag yours for $17 base price. I mention "base price" because you have the option to upgrade designs to long sleeve and hoodie options. The Bulldog spiritwear is also available in two colors and adds a sweatshirt option.
Fidgets at School: Safety and Expectations
As a reminder, fidgets are meant to be focus tools, not toys. Students should use only one at a time, rather than collecting or displaying several on their desks. If an item becomes a distraction to the student or their classmates, it will need to be put away.
A Note on "NeeDoh" and Gel-Filled Fidgets: We strongly encourage students to leave liquid- or gel-filled squishy items at home. School nurses across the county are reporting these frequently popping and leaking. If your child does bring a gel-filled fidget to school, please review these strict safety rules with them:
If it pops, it goes immediately into the trash.
The student must thoroughly wash their hands with soap and water.
Never put the leaked gel near the mouth or taste it.
Preferred Safe Alternatives: If your child benefits from a tactile tool, we highly recommend sending quiet, solid options that cannot pop, such as:
Calm Strips (textured sensory stickers)
Kneaded erasers
Solid foam stress balls
Tangles (interlocking manipulatives)
Thank you for helping us keep our classrooms safe and productive!
JOIN THE PTA!
Join the PTA to make a difference in our school! The class with the highest percentage of PTA membership by September 30 will win an Ice Pop Party! Joining the PTA is an easy way to support our students, teachers, and school community—and there is no volunteer commitment required. Every membership counts, so join today and help your class win!
Join the PTA here!
Start with Hello Week, September 22-25
Grange Hall is participating in Sandy Hook Promise’s Start with Hello Week, September 22-25. During this week we encourage students to notice when others seem to be isolated or alone and then reach out to include them. We have several activities planned which include reading books, playing games and making a promise to include others. On Friday, September 25th we will wear green to show that we will look out for each other and make everyone feel welcome.
Demin Drive!
Keep bringing your unwanted denim items and drop them in the bin outside of the school. Any denim items, any condition, any color!! PTA will be collecting now through the second week of October. Top 3 schools to collect the most items win a check for the PTA.
Outside Resource: Chesterfield Mental Health Prevention Services & Coffee and Conversations
In the event that you and/or your child needs additional support outside of school, CCPS partners with Chesterfield Mental Health Prevention Services. You can find their menu of services here. One new program they are offering is called "Circle of Parents" and you can find out more by clicking here. Coffee & Conversations is another great resource for families! You can view their session information by clicking here.
2026 Christmas Mother Program applications are open!
Families seeking assistance through the Chesterfield-Colonial Heights Christmas Mother Program should complete the application online here. Applicants must also attend an in-person application review and bring all required documentation; there is no need to print the online application. Application reviews will take place at the Chesterfield County Fairgrounds, 10300 Courthouse Road, on:
Sept. 14, 15 and 17 from 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Sept. 16 from noon-7 p.m.
Children and pets are not permitted inside the building during application reviews. Find the application and read eligibility and documentation requirements.
Community Postings
City Singers Youth Choirs has programming available for interested singers - no auditions needed. Learn more about the program by reading this flyer or going to this website."City Singers fosters a supportive and encouraging learning environment with quality music-making and life-changing relationships. Our positive, highly qualified instructors use the best methods that set your singer up for a lifetime of joyful music making."
