Grizzly eNews 9-26-25
Principal’s Message:
It was an absolutely perfect day for a Walk-a-thon. Thanks goes out to all of our volunteers for making today a huge success. Although I predict that most students (and maybe a few parents) will need an early bedtime tonight, it was worth it. There were tons of smiles and laughter as we made our way around the 1-mile track (twice). We basked in the sunshine and boogied to the music and then ended with a rainbow.
Have a wonderful weekend!
~Principal Jeff Modaff
PTO News:
WALK-A-THON
Our bi-annual walk-a-thon was today! The students had a blast and we’re thrilled to announce together we raised $11,032 – 147% of our $7500 school goal! The six classrooms with the highest average pledge total per student, earning a classroom celebration TBD by their teacher are: 1B, 1C, 2Wood, 3M, 4B, 5S. Thank you to everyone who volunteered, fundraised, donated, or helped in another way – we couldn’t have done it without you. A HUGE THANK YOU to Jessi Scurte and Taylor Cosentine for all of their hard work and co-chairing this event!
We NEED You!! – Open PTO Board & Committee Positions!
We need to fill these roles to continue with the events. Without a Fun Fair chair, we will not be able to have the event. Please consider if you could serve the school in this way or grab a friend and do it together! See below for open positions and if you are interested or have questions about the roles, please reach out to president@gmspto.org.
PTO Board VP Roles
- VP of Special Fundraising
PTO Committees
- Fun Fair Chair
GRIZZLY GEAR!
Did you miss your chance to grab some GMS swag?!?! Here is another opportunity to purchase some gear with a new design, if you’d like! 💙💛 💙💛💙💛
ART APPRECIATION VOLUNTEERS
Last call! We are still looking for a few art appreciation volunteers! If you are currently signed up and would be willing to take on one of these classes as well so that all students have the opportunity to have the experience, that would be most appreciated!
- K Gunther AM
- 2nd Amesquita
- 3rd Guth – co-chair
Any questions – email art@gmspto.org. We would love to fill all positions as soon as possible so we can begin to schedule the classroom visits with the teachers. Thank you for considering!
WATCH D.O.G.S.
Dads of Great Students – join us for the best Friday of your year, whether you can help once or regularly, we need you!. Sign up HERE to volunteer.
School / District News:
STAY CONNECTED
Please check the Directory to be sure YOUR FAMILY information is correct! Parents use this for play dates and birthday invites! This does need to be updated every year to change your child(s) teacher.
Visit the PTO website to search the student directory, view the school activity calendar, sign up to volunteer, or purchase tickets to the next PTO event. Download the Membership Toolkit app for easy access!
Trouble with the website: website@gmspto.org
Suggestions/Feedback: info@gmspto.org
ONGOING FUNDRAISING
Box Tops
Collecting extra support for GMS is now super easy. Download the Box Top App and scan your receipt!
Casey’s Rewards Points
Our school is participating in Cash for Classrooms, part of Casey’s Rewards. The best part? Donations don’t come out of your own pocket. When you buy from Casey’s and use their rewards program you can simply turn your points into a donation to our school. Help Grace McWayne School make the most of this program and learn more HERE!
IMPORTANT DATES
Tuesday, October 7th – PTO Board Meeting (All parents are welcome!)
Thursday, October 9 – Half Day – Parent Teacher Conferences (No School for Kindergarten)
Friday, October 10 – No School
Monday, October 13 – No School
Thursday, October 16 – Restaurant Night: California Pizza Kitchen (Time TBD)
Friday, November 14 – Restaurant Night: Panera (All Day)
UPCOMING CLUB DATES
Monday, September 29 – 4th and 5th Grade Chorus
Monday, September 29 – Running Club
Tuesday, September 30 – GMS Band/Orchestra Lessons
Thursday, October 2 – Grizzly Kids Club Meeting
Friday, October 3 – 3rd Grade Art Club
Friday, October 3 – Running Club
IMPORTANT LINKS