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Thursday, March 17, 2016

March 18, 2016


We are SO excited to let families know that we are voting on the possibility of having collaborative planning Wednesdays for the 2016-2017 school year!  While we realize that this can be a scheduling issues, we hope that our families and community will realize that this is so our teachers can CONTINUE to increase collaboration, increase student engagement, work to streamline instruction, and focus even more on student success!  This is THRILLING for our staff and we couldn't be MORE excited!




Our yearly Science CSTs/SBAC/CAASPP test is coming up!  Please make a note of the dates!  Science CSTs for 8th is April 11-15 and SBAC/CAASPP will take place from April 25- May 13!  We will be on block schedule for three weeks with Fridays as regular days!


Have you purchased your tickets?  We have some FABULOUS donations from San Francisco Giants, Auberge, Caymus, Heretic Brewing Co, Galvan Family Cellars, Calistoga Inn, and MORE!  Don't miss out!  Tickets are $25.00 for 5 tastings, one full glass, munchies, and access to all auction items and Dessert Auction items!  Wood fired pizzas will be available for purchase and DJ John Laxa will be on the scene!  Don't miss out!

WE HAVE A DANCE COMING!  We are having a Spring Dance Friday, April 1 from 3:05-4:30.  Interested in chaperoning?  Please let us know!  Here is the Sign Up Genius for Parent Chaperone Opportunities!

Thank you to those that attended the Washington D.C. trip informational meeting for the 2106-2017 school year (sorry, no 8th grade trip this year).  The trip will take place in June 2017 and will be for 5 days!

Please start saving your e-waste items for Science Department Fundraiser!  Anything with a wire or a plug can be placed on the table near Mrs. Bates office mid-April.  If you have a bunch to donate please visit GVMS website and click on E-Waste 4 Good to have special arrangements made!  Thanks for your help!!



Attention all Marine Science Institute Camp Attendees!  Mrs. Love, Mr. Vohs and Mrs. Lee look forward to seeing all of you on 3/25/16!  Please be on time, no later than 12:40 PM at the Redwood City facility.  If you are unable to attend please email Mrs. Lee here so others can attend.  Friday, 3/18/16, is the last day to accept cancellations for a refund.  Please remember to dress appropriately and wear closed toe shoes. Have fun!
Check out the gofundme project HERE that Mr. McNamara created for our PE Department!  Also, check out Ms. Toll's project on donorschoose HERE!

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