The entire learning community of Gretna Green is extremely pleased to announce a wonderful new partnership between our school and Tim Horton’s. This partnership will provide a unique learning opportunity for our students and engage our school teachers. Our plan is to refurbish our existing Story Land Park so that it is a multipurpose space that will be used during all seasons for all subject areas. We plan to redo the trail system, plant native trees and plants, and create a biking trail. The learning opportunities that will be created with this funding are endless!
This year's basketball season is in full swing at Gretna Green. The boys and girls participating this year are having lots of fun. These sporting events at Gretna Green would not be possible without the dedication of our parents and teachers. The volunteerism that unfolds within our school on a daily basis does not go unnoticed. We would like to take this opportunity in thanking this year's coaches for doing such a great job. They are, Ms. Hitchman, Ms. Moody, Mr. Ryan, Ms. Matheson, Ms. Gardiner and Ms.
To mark Family Literacy Day, we will have a “Come
in Character Day” on Wednesday, January 26th. Students are encouraged to dress up as their
favourite character from a good book on that day. Characters in Robert Munch books are usually
a fun and easy way to dress up without having to spend a lot of money. Your child’s class will be participating in fun literacy activities with their buddy class.
Thanks again to those of you who have volunteered to read to our students this week! Children love to hear their favourite books
being read to them.
The Home & School will hold its annual Home
& School P.J. Literacy Party on Thursday, January 27th at 6:30
p.m. in the school gym. Staff members
and Home & School members will share their favourite stories with the
children. There will be cookies and milk
in the cafeteria following the stories.
Students must be accompanied by an adult.
The final MAD Science originally slated for yesterday will now be held next Wednesday, January 26th. The second group enrolled in this program will start their first session on Wednesday, February 2nd. Put your Science hats and get ready for some awesome Science activities!
The final session of the MAD Science program will take place on Wednesday, January 19th from 2:20-3:30. The second group registered for this program will commence on January 26th from 2:30-3:30 at Gretna Green. These after school sessions will last for six weeks total. This program has been a big hit for our students. If your child has not registered for this after school program and would like to do so, feel free to contact the school for more information.
The entire learning community of Gretna Green Elementary would like to congratulate Ms. Bransfield and her family on their newest addition. Henry Robert MacLean was born on Friday, January 7th. Samuel now has a little brother. We are all so happy for you and Henry has found himself in a wonderful home!
The Gretna Green Home and School Association have made a wonderful contribution to the learning environment of our teachers and students. They announced today that they will be donating a digital camera, memory card and carrying case for each and every home room class teacher at Gretna Green along with First Aid kits. Wow, what a great way to kick off 2011! They are also planning on purchasing other items for our classes in the near future. The leadership and ingenuity illustrated by our Home and School president, Mr.
Gretna Green Elementary would like to extend a sincere Happy New Year to each and everyone of you. We would also like to remind all students that their first day of school will be Tuesday, January 11th. Teachers will be attending curriculum implementation sessions on Monday, January 10th.
We would like to extend a sincere and happy holiday to each and everyone of you! Take this time to relax and enjoy the company of family and friends. We look forward to seeing you all in 2011!
