Mrs. Bryant’s Kindergarten class read “I know an Old Lady Who Swallowed a Pie”! They were then inspired to make their own! They talked about the steps, made a list of what they would need, and voted on fillings. Today they got to enjoy their pies! 🥧
American Education Week is a weeklong celebration of public education and honors those making a difference in ensuring every child receives a quality education.
Greenbrier County Schools reminds families that schools will be closed on Friday, November 10, in observance of the Veterans Day holiday.
Mrs. McCallister's 3rd graders at Alderson Elementary studied Halloween and Day of the Dead! Their study included reading about each celebration , and creating Venn diagrams to compare and contrast. The final part of the study was to create their own Day of the Dead skeleton and then celebrate the day with the movie Coco and an offrenda which included chips with salsa, queso or guacamole and of course cupcakes with sugar skulls!! The study will continue next week with opinion writing where they get to choose their favorite celebration and tell why.
Daylight saving time will end on Sunday, November 5. Please remember to turn your clocks back one hour.
Mrs. Bryant’s kindergarten dissected a pumpkin today! Students learned about the different parts of the pumpkin to help them complete a labeling activity in their science journal. They ended the activity with a sick pumpkin! 🎃🫣
November, already?!? Please mark your calendar for these important school calendar dates. Don't forget to regularly check the Events section at greenbriercountyschools.org or our Greenbrier County Schools (WV) mobile app for updates!
Happy Halloween!
Miss Rose and Mrs. McCallister’s 3rd grade classes at Alderson Elementary completed Leaf Projects with their families. Students collected leaves, identified them, and then mounted and labeled them in multiple ways!
Here's the map for tomorrow's Fall Festival!
Ms. Santos' Kindergarten class at Alderson Elementary had "bat day" last week! They transformed our room into a bat cave, read Stella Luna and learned all about bats! They used flash lights and glow sticks while doing their work!
It’s Red Ribbon Week! This year’s theme is Be Kind To Your Mind. Live Drug Free.
The theme is a reminder that by staying drug-free, you are sending a message to yourself and others about how much you value yourself, your overall health, your community, and your future. One thing’s for sure...by making healthy choices, like staying drug free, you are much more likely to achieve your goals. So aim for the stars! We believe in you. #RedRibbonWeek
Mrs. McCallister's 3rd grade class at Alderson Elementary completed fire safety plans at home with their parents as part of Fire Safety Week! Their plans had 2 ways out of their room and a meeting place as well. They also practiced fire drills with their families!
It's National School Lunch Week and the perfect occasion to remind families that Greenbrier County students eat school meals free of charge through our participation in the Community Eligibility Program (CEP). School menus can be found using our mobile app. Find download instructions at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a_CiYJaJdCQ.
It's National School Lunch Week and the perfect occasion to remind families that Greenbrier County students eat school meals free of charge through our participation in the Community Eligibility Program (CEP). School menus can be found using our mobile app. Find download instructions at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a_CiYJaJdCQ.
It's Fire Prevention Week, and this year's theme is "Cooking Safety Starts with YOU. Pay attention to fire prevention™." Cooking is the leading cause of home fires in the United States, with two of every five home fires starting in the kitchen. Learn more at https://www.nfpa.org/fpw.
GCS reminds families that Monday, October 9, is a Professional Learning and Faculty Senate Day. Students do not report on October 9th.
October is Bullying Prevention Month! We can all make an impact by helping prevent bullying. Use your voice to spread kindness and create a culture of respect and empathy. Reach out to a trusted adult if you or someone you know is being bullied and know that you are not alone. #BullyingPreventionMonth #BeKind #SpreadKindness
Miss Rose’s third grade created pattern pumpkins. Students used lots of problem solving and fine motor skills to create their own unique pumpkin!
October marks the celebration of a special group of leaders in our community – our school principals. These dedicated individuals play a pivotal role in shaping our students’ futures. This month-long celebration is an opportunity to recognize and thank our principals for their unwavering dedication, exceptional leadership, and remarkable impact on student success. #ThankAPrincipal
