Red Ribbon Week is NEXT week, October 23rd-October 27th.
👻Exciting news! 👻 Boo Grams are coming to our little goblins!
👻 Boo Grams are adorable little Halloween ghosts filled with a yummy treat! 🎃🍬 They will be delivered to classrooms on October 31!
They can be purchased for only $1 each!
By purchasing a Boo Gram, you'll not only be spreading some spooky joy but also making a positive impact for our REACH students. 🤝❤️
📆 The sale will be taking place from October 23-27 in the front lobby from 7:15-7:45 or you can send in the form and money anytime between now and October 30! Look for forms to come home with students this week! 🗓️
Help us spread Halloween fun by sharing this post with your friends and family! Anyone is welcome to purchase a Boo Gram for a student or staff member! If you would like it to be a surprise, just place the form and money in an envelope or drop it by the office. We would love for every student to receive one. 👻
Thank you for your support!
Tolbert Elementary School invites you to join us for the Annual Title I Parent Meeting where we will discuss:
What are the district and school goals?
What is Title I?
What is Parent Engagement?
How can I get involved?
October 27, 2023 | 8:30 am
Tolbert Elementary School Cafeteria
All parents and families are invited to participate.
For more information contact Connie VanHouten 706-629-4404 or cvhouten@gcbe.org
Foil your dinner plans and stop by the Chipotle at 530 Highway 53 E in Calhoun for our fundraiser on Tuesday, October 17 from 4:00pm - 8:00pm. We're raising money to support Tolbert Elementary School, so just download a flyer from the picture below or mention the fundraiser at checkout and they'll donate 33% of the proceeds to our school.
Can't wait to see you!
Welcome back! I hope students, staff, and families had a restful break. There are a few reminders before we begin the second nine weeks. First, teachers submit attendance at 7:35, therefore students are expected to be in their seats at that time. Next, all parents and campus visitors must show identification to enter the building. We must adhere to this to develop consistent procedures that protect our students. We are looking forward to seeing everyone bright and early tomorrow!
Shelley Allen | Principal
Fall Break- October 9th-13th!! 🍁🍂
FALL PICTURES: TUESDAY, OCTOBER 3, 2023!!
We want to remind you about our Calhoun Chick-fil-A Community Care Event this Friday, September 29th. It's a fantastic opportunity to support Tolbert Elementary School, and all you have to do is order through the mobile app on 9/29/23 and select "Yes" when prompted. Don't miss out on this chance to support our school while enjoying some delicious food from Chick-fil-A. Hope to see you there!
#TolbertElementarySchool #ChickfilA #CommunityCareEvent
Homecoming Dress-Up Week is September 25th-29th, 2023.
Let us dress up and come together as a school community to make this year's dress-up week one to remember!
Monday- 9/25- Country Club vs. Country Camo
Tuesday- 9/26- Princess/ Super Hero vs. Villains
Wednesday- 9/27- PJ Day
Thursday- 9/28- Remote Work - Dress comfy for the bottoms and dress up for the shirt
Friday - 9/29 - Extreme Warrior
We can't wait to see all of your creative outfits.
LINK YOUR VALUCARD ONLINE AT FOODCITY.COM/SCHOOLBUCKS TO START EARNING CASH FOR OUR SCHOOL!
TOLBERT ELEMENTARY PTO- FALL 2023 NEWSLETTER
Tolbert Elementary is looking for volunteers to join our Lunch Buddy Program!
If you are interested in becoming a lunch buddy
Contact Hayley Pollard
706-629-4404 Ext 3408
Email hpollard@gcbe.org
Calling All Grandparents!
Tolbert Elementary is happy to invite grandparents of current students to enjoy lunch and visit the Scholastic Book Fair during the week of September 5th-8th, 2023.
We ask that you use the schedule below.
Tuesday 9/5 - Second Grade @ 11:05 am and First Grade @ 11:50 am
Wednesday 9/6- Fourth Grade @ 11:30 am and Pre-K @ 12:00 PM
Thursday 9/7- Kindergarten @ 11:15 am and Third Grade @ 12:40 pm
Friday 9/8 - Fifth Grade @ 11:45 am
A few reminders:
Adult lunches cost $4.00 each, and we request payment in exact change. We do not accept debit or credit cards.
If you plan for your student(s) to check out after their grandparent's lunch, we ask that you please send a handwritten note stating who will be checking them out.
Get ready for some important dates in September! •September 4th - Labor Day (Gordon County Schools are closed) •September 13th and 14th - On these days, we will be observing early student release/conference days. This dedicated time will be used for parent-teacher conferences, giving a boost to parent-teacher communication, inclusion and transparency. On early student release days, elementary school kids will head home at 11:30 AM, while middle and high school students will wrap up their day at 12:30 PM. If elementary school parents require after-school care on these occasions, we're excited to share that GCS has rolled out a special rate for the Afterschool Program at every GCS elementary school. •September 15th, we're marking the first "at Home Learning Day" of the 2023-24 academic year. This day is designed to provide extra support for our dedicated GCS educators to plan high-quality classroom instruction. It also offers students who may have fallen behind on assignments an opportunity to catch up and successfully complete their work.
Tolbert Elementary School Scholastic Book Fair will run September 5th through September 8th. https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/bf/tolbertelementaryschool
Children should remain fully in the vehicle until you are parked in the unloading zone and have been given the signal to unload. No part of the child's body should be hanging from the vehicle windows or sunroof. Students should be seated in the vehicle seat not riding on roll bars.
Tolbert Elementary School fundraiser starts on 8/22/23, and we need your help. Our goal is to raise $10,000.00 for essential programs not currently funded through traditional means.
It's as simple as 1, 2, 3!
1. Register TONIGHT at https://www.shopfund.com/
2. Share custom student support links with family & friends.
3. Student Goal: 5 Online Supporters.
REGISTER-SHARE-WIN: Sharing gets you tickets for chances to win over $100,000 in instant prizes.
Fundraiser Links:
* How To Videos - (https://vimeo.com/showcase/8752340)
* Kick-Off Videos - (https://vimeo.com/showcase/10451168)
* Parent Letter - (https://bit.ly/3DWn5gj)
* Prize Program - (https://bit.ly/3rDhBnP)
On behalf of myself and the staff at Tolbert Elementary School, thank you for doing your part to make our fundraiser a success.
Get ready to embark on an incredible learning adventure because TOMORROW is the first day of school!
We're so excited to welcome back our amazing students and greet new faces with open arms. Teachers and staff are all set to make tomorrow a day to remember. Let's make it count!
Also, when you post those first day of school photos make sure you tag us! Use the hashtag #GoCoFirstDay or email them to kpannell@gcbe.org. We will be featuring back to school photos on our social media channels and the September issue of the Gordon County Schools Connection newsletter.
Parents and families - thank you for entrusting us with your children's education. We promise to make this school year unforgettable!
#GoCoSchools #OneBIGFamily
🚍 It's back-to-school season, and that means it's time to brush up on school bus safety! Let's ensure our kids have a safe and enjoyable journey to school every day. 🎒📚
SCHOOL BUS SAFETY TIPS - AT THE BUS STOP:
•Arrive at the bus stop five minutes before the bus is scheduled to come.
•Wait at the bus stop in a safe place, 12 feet away from the road.
•Wait in an orderly group: Form an orderly line as the bus approaches, with the first student in line standing 12 feet away from traffic.
•If you miss the bus, return home and get help or phone a parent/guardian for assistance
•NEVER chase after the bus.
•NEVER wear headphones/ear buds or hoodies while loading or unloading the bus: the driver needs to be able to make eye contact and communicate.
•NEVER walk or drive to another bus stop:your bus driver will not be expecting you.
#SchoolBusSafety #GoCoSchools #OneBIGFamily
📢 Attention parents and families!
Don't miss out on the opportunity to apply for free and reduced meal benefits for your child. It's a simple process that can provide significant support.
Visit our website by visiting www.gcbe.org/mealapplications for more information.
#MoreThanJustAMeal #GoCoSchools #GCSN
