This Week's Eagle Express

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1st Grade Scientists in Action! Our young Eagles took part in a Project Clarion lesson focused on exploring temperature. They investigated an important question: Is it hotter, cooler, or the same in the shade compared to direct sunlight? Through hands-on discovery, students used thermometers to measure and compare temperatures, gaining a deeper understanding of how this tool helps us make sense of the world around us.

Mark your Calendars!

May

May 4th - May 8th - Staff Appreciation Week
May 13th - Wednesday Early Release (3 hours)

Dismissal 1:05 pm

May 8^th – May 21^st – SOLs (see schedule below)
May-TBD – Student Success Day – Showcase of Learning
May 25^th – Memorial Day Holiday – No School
May 26^th – Teacher Workday – No School
May 27^th – Eid al-Adha Holiday – No School
May 29 – Dining with Dependents – Month of the Military Child Event

June

June 4^th – Band and Strings Concert – 3:00pm and 6:00pm
June 12^th – Field Day
June 16^th – 6^th Grade Promotion – 10:00am
June 17^th – Garfield’s Got Talent! (schoolwide talent show)
June 17^th – Last day of school

Teacher Appreciation Week

at Garfield Elementary

May 4th – May 8th

Eagles, are you game? Let’s level up our gratitude!

Help us celebrate National Teacher & Staff Appreciation Week (May 4–May 8) and show our amazing GES educators just how much we value all they do. Join us for a fun, game-themed week-long celebration honoring our incredible teachers and staff—because they truly deserve a high score for everything they bring to our school!

Each day, we’ll spotlight a new way to recognize and thank our dedicated team as we come together to celebrate the hard work, care, and commitment they bring to our Eagle Nest community every single day.

Let’s make this a winning week—please encourage your student to show their teachers and staff some extra love and appreciation. Game on, Eagles!

Teacher & Staff Appreciation Week

5/4 – Bring a flower for a teacher or staff member
5/5 – Write a kind thank-you note for a member of our school team
5/6 – Draw a picture for someone who helps you at school
5/7 – Wear your favorite staff member’s favorite color
5/8 – Be your best! Bring a favorite snack for a teacher or staff member

Preorder your GES Yearbook Today!

GES yearbooks are available to preorder!
Please go to ybpay.lifetouch.com
GES Yearbook code is 14463726.
Cost for a yearbook is $23.

Pre-ordered copies will be delivered to students the last week of school (June 15th-17th).

Parent Input for Class Placements 2026-2027

As we plan for the 2026-2027 school year, we are inviting your input. Creating class assignments require careful consideration and the involvement of many perspectives. We know a good teacher-student match and a productive mix of children are ingredients for success. Should you have additional information about your specific child that school staff may not know, particularly regarding learning style and classroom environment, you have the option to complete the 2026-2027 Class Placement - Family Input Form no later than Friday, May 15th.

Please understand that while we value and consider all feedback, specific teacher requests and/or requests to place your child (or not place your child) with certain students cannot always be honored. Our primary goal is to create well-balanced classes that meet the diverse needs of all students.