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March 31, 2024
Sunday's Snapshot
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No School: PD Day
4/1/2024
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Peer Leader Training #2
4/5/2024, 9 AM – 3 PM
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Q3 Parent Teacher Conferences
4/10/2024
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Additional Notes
Shout Out: If you would like to give a shout out pf gratitude to a staff member, please fill out the form below. We will share all submissions with our staff. We are grateful for the continued support in strengthening our positive learning community!
Volunteers: If you were approved, by CPS, to be a Garvy parent volunteer last year, please update your application using the link below. If you are new to the volunteer process, please sign up with the link below. Please note that you must bring your ID or Driver's license to the main office to process the new application. CPS Volunteer Process
Arrival & Dismissal: Remember that it is all of our jobs to keep our school community safe. Due to the size of our student population, arrival and dismissal times can be a challenge.
Be mindful that there are children everywhere. Please set the proper example of community, cooperation, and safety precautions for our children.
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🐾 Be Kind • Be Strong • Be Well • Be a Bulldog 🐾
Happy Sunday Garvy!
RESCHEDULED: Tea Time with Bester
Due to a CPS budget meeting for next school year, the April 2nd Tea Time meeting has been rescheduled to Wednesday, April 10th during Parent-Teacher Conferences. We will meet in the MPR at 1pm and 5pm. Hope to see you.
Solar Eclipse
On Monday, April 8th, 2024, a total solar eclipse will cross over the United States. At 2:07 pm, Chicago will be at the maximum point within the eclipse zone with 94% of the sun covered by the moon. Garvy School is planning an opportunity to allow students to observe the solar eclipse outside. Observing the eclipse provides opportunities to see science in action and connect future generations of explorers to the awe and wonder of Earth and Space Sciences.
As always, student safety is a top priority. Students will be provided International Organization for Standardization (ISO) approved eclipse glasses to observe the solar eclipse. All students that participate in observing the solar eclipse outside are required to wear the ISO approved eclipse glasses. Students should not remove their eclipse glasses and look directly at the sun.
A parent/guardian signature is required by Friday April 5th, for students to participate in the outdoor observation of the solar eclipse using the eclipse glasses. If you do not wish for your student to be outside during the solar eclipse or if you do not return this form, your student will participate in an alternative activity inside the school where they will view NASA’s live feed of the solar eclipse. Here is a digital version of the permission slip: Solar Eclipse Permission Slip
Principal Student Advisory Board
The Principal's Student Advisory Board (PAB) is a student leadership organization that consists of students from grades 5-8th, who will work together to discuss topics that affect our school community. The PAB will meet with Principal Bester at least 6 times during the school year to discuss and make informed decisions regarding the well-being of the student body and the school community.
Mrs. Bester is seeking up to 12 students to join the PAB. The LSC Student Representative will be an automatic member. This is a one year commitment (Spring to Spring). If you are currently a student in grades 4-7 and would like to make a positive change to our school environment, please complete this application by Friday, April 5th. The first meeting is scheduled for Friday, April 12th. PAB Application
Garvy Misconduct Response
At Garvy School, our utmost priority is to maintain a safe and conducive learning environment for every student. To address inappropriate behavior effectively, our school administrators adhere to the CPS Student Rights and Responsibilities alongside the CPS Guidelines for Effective Discipline. The document, linked here, serves as a guide for students, parents, and staff, to better understand our disciplinary approach for serious or repeated offenses.
Garvy Misconduct Response Protocol
PTA Updates
The Chicago Wolves hockey team is hosting Garvy School at a Chicago Wolves game on Saturday, April 20th! This is such a cool experience and we are excited to share this family night out with you all!
The Chicago Wolves have graciously worked with us to secure an entire section of tickets for you to purchase at a great rate. Click on the link to purchase tickets for your family and friends and join us at the Wolves game on April 20th!
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Wear your Garvy gear and enjoy the Chicago Wolves game! We hope to see you there!
Our PTA store is live with options to purchase Garvy Garb! How exciting is that?! With having Garvy Garb Day every other Friday, this is a great way to show your school spirit. Visit our website: https://garvypta.memberhub.com/store?limit=21&live=true where you will find short and long sleeve shirts, pants, sweatshirts and more for purchase.
The Walk-a-Thon is a Garvy tradition and this year our Bulldogs are going places!
Collect a minimum donation of $30 by Thursday, April 25th and you will have the shirt for the Walk-a-Thon on May 10th.
Use this link to register: https://garvyaac.rallyup.com/cea2ce/Campaign/Details
The Walk-a-Thon is a fundraiser to support Garvy’s technology needs.
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It’s Time to Think Spring Flowers! The Adopt-a-Classroom Committee funds STEM equipment and materials for ALL Garvy's classrooms. Help us GROW our funds and make your garden beautiful at the same time!
Buy Spring Flower Bulbs, Roots and Seeds with our new Flower Power fundraiser. 50% off all sales go directly to Garvy classrooms. Growth guaranteed. Use the following link to purchase your spring bulbs: Garvy AAC Flower Power Fundraiser
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FYI: You are able to purchase gift cards online throughout the year. The purchase benefits Garvy School Adopt-a-Classroom.
Place your order on the Raise Right website or with the app. There's 750+ vendors available! From the website, download and use the free app to purchase e-cards or reloadable cards.
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Order Your Yearbook Today! Order online at ybpay.com
Scan the QR Code or Order online
using Yearbook ID Code: 10190224
by
Friday, May 31st, 2024
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Parent-Teacher Conferences on Wednesday, April 10th
Join us for Parent-Teacher Conferences from 11:45 to 6pm.
LSC Elections will held in the gymnasium.
Scholastic Book Fair will be open in the Music Room
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LSC Elections on April 10th
Please stop by the gym to vote during Parent-Teacher Conferences.
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New Aspen Parent Portal Feature: E-Absence - Absence Reporting Made Easy!
Aspen Parent Portal allows parents and guardians to submit and track student absences electronically.
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Go Bulldogs!!!
Love, Mrs. Bester 🐾 🐾
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