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Posted: September 27, 2013

Tim Hortons continued their annual gift of SMILEY COOKIES for all of our students at Gretna Green once again this year.  The cookies put a lot of smiles on our most appreciative students.  Thank you Tim Hortons!!!

Posted: September 22, 2013

 Don't forget to check out Students' Corner located on this page.  Simply click the Students' Corner tab and you will find an assortment of student created content.  This includes, recipients of celebrating student bucket fillers certificates, write traits videos, podcasts, digital photos etc ...  So don't be shy and check us out throughout the year!

Posted: September 20, 2013

Kindergarten registration will take place at Gretna Green Elementary School from October 15th to 18th for children who will turn 5 by December 31, 2014 and who start school in September 2014. Register your child for Kindergarten this October and receive information and invitations to be part of activities to support your child’s learning.

Posted: September 17, 2013

There will be two basketball clinics for girls in Grade 3-6 at MVHS (Schools on the north side of the river) starting at 6:30 and going to 8:00 on Tuesday Oct 1st and Oct 8th. This is for anyone interested in either getting introduced to basketball or to brush up on skills. It is a chance to get into the gym to dribble and shoot to get ready for the mini tryouts starting on Oct 12th.

Posted: September 16, 2013

Gretna Green Elementary School is seeking community volunteers to assist with literacy for Grade 2 students. We are preparing to implement a program called “ELF”. To quote from the organization's brochure: “Elementary Literacy Friends (ELF) is a volunteer-based tutoring program that helps Grade 2 students who are struggling with literacy.  ELF provides training, materials, feedback and all of the support necessary for the tutor to make a positive, lifelong impact not just on an individual child, but on how that child will contribute to society throughout his or her life.” The

Posted: September 13, 2013

Our Home & School committee has been providing breakfasts for our students for some time now.  Now they need your support.  They are seeking donations of the following items, cheeze whiz, apple juice, and "Guest" strawberry jam.  A shopping cart will be placed in the office area for you to drop off your donations.  The apple juice and Kraft Cheeze Whiz are probably are most needed items and a close third would be Guest Strawberry jam.  Any donation amount will be much appreciated and we look forward to your continued support!

Posted: September 12, 2013

 After days of campaigning and a full morning of voting the students of Gretna Green have selected our new student council for 2013-14.  Our secretary is Avery, Vice President - Charles  and President - Gracie .  Congratulations to all of you as well as our new class reps!  Featured in this photo are in front row: Secretary:  Avery, President:  Gracie and Vice-President:  Charles. Middle Row: Class Reps:  Riley, Amy, Olivia, Josh, Ryan.  Back Row:  Class Reps:  Cole, Jordan, Jaden and Ryan.

Posted: September 10, 2013

There will be a general registration held at the Waterford Green in Chatham on Saturday, September 14th from 1-4 pm for all area Sparks, Brownies and Girl Guides.  There will be crafts and games as well as the Fun Zone will be there too!  For further information please contact Dora Carruthers at 778-6084.   

Posted: September 9, 2013

 Our school librarian, Mrs. Elizabeth McGrath, has a very special talent.  She is a poet and most of us didn't even know it!  She has agreed to share a poem with our Gretna Green learning community. Click the link below and enjoy this personal poem dedicated to the students of Gretna Green Elementary.  Thank you so much for sharing Mrs. McGrath!

Posted: September 8, 2013

 Again this year, we will  be hosting our "Welcome Back To School Cake Delight Night" celebration on Thursday, September 12th at 6:00 pm.We will be offering a selection of tasty cakes from 6:00-6:45 p.m. At this time, parents can seize the opportunity to meet their child’s teacher while snacking on cake. At 6:45 p.m., families will be invited to the gym for PSSC elections. We hope you can join us.  All cakes will be nut free.  

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