W.L. Swain Elementary School
Invites you to join us for a night of fun and learning!
Family STEAM Night
5 Stations themed around Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math!
Pizza will be served!
For more information contact Connie VanHouten
706-629-0141 or cvhouten@gcbe.org
March 21, 2024
5:30pm - 7:30pm
We Want to Hear from You!
All parents, families, school staff, students and community members!
This is an opportunity for you to provide input and suggestions to revise the following documents:
School-Parent Compact;
School Parent & Family Engagement Policy;
School Improvement Plan;
District Parent & Family Engagement Policy; and
Consolidated LEA Improvement Plan (CLIP)
You will also be able to share ideas on how parents can assist with Building School Staff Capacity and how the 1% set aside for Parent & Family Engagement can be best used.
Swain Elementary School
Parent Resource Office
March 7, 2024
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Gordon Central Cheerleaders Present: Neon Nights Family Dance!
Get ready to light up the night with us at our Neon Nights Family Dance! Join us for an evening of glowing fun and unforgettable memories.
Here's what you need to know:
Whether you want to dress to impress or keep it casual, everyone is welcome to come glow and groove with us! Don't miss out on this electrifying event for the whole family. It's going to be a night to remember!
📅 When: Friday, March 15th from 6-8 PM
📍 Where: Swain Elementary School Gym
💰 Admission: $5 per person at the door
•Glow items will be available for purchase at the door so you can shine bright all night long!
•Light refreshments will be served to keep you fueled for the dance floor.
#GordonCentralCheerleaders
Parent Meeting for Rising 6th Graders
Join us for an informative session where we'll delve into all the ins and outs of 6th grade and middle school. Whether you're a seasoned parent or new to the middle school experience, this meeting will provide valuable insights to help navigate this important transition.
Date: March 14th, 2024
Time: 5:30 PM - 6:00 PM
Location: AMS Cafeteria
We'll cover various aspects of middle school life, including academic expectations, extracurricular opportunities, support services, and ways to stay involved in your child's education. This meeting is designed to address any questions or concerns you may have as your child prepares to enter 6th grade.
We look forward to seeing you there!
WE NEED YOUR INPUT
All parents, families, school staff, students, and community members: We need your input to plan for the 2024-2025 school year! This is an opportunity for you to provide input and suggestions to build new ideas and create positive change in our school.
We will review and revise the following:
School-Parent Compact, School Improvement Plan, District Parent & Family Engagement Policy, and Consolidated LEA Improvement Plan (CLIP).
Come share ideas about how parents can assist with building school staff capacity and how the 1% set aside for Parent & Family Engagement can be best used,
March 7, 2024
1:00pm - 3:00pm
Parent Resource Office
Veterans Day Celebration will be held on November 10th starting at 7:45. Veterans eat for FREE. Breakfast will cost $2.50 for guests who accompany the veteran. The Veterans Day invites were sent home last week. Please RSVP if you have a veteran that plans to attend.
Students who have a veteran attend will eat breakfast with their veteran.
Thank you!
We hope you will join us Friday, October 27 for our annual Fall Festival. The fun will begin at 5:00.
All students must be accompanied by an adult. Students CANNOT be dropped off.
Next week, October 9-13, is Fall Break. The school will be closed. We hope everyone has a fun and relaxing break.
We will see everyone on October 16th.
W L Swain Elementary School families, your student(s) can star in a video with YouTube Trick Shot stars, Dude Perfect!
How?!
Dude Perfect breaks down how PERFECT(ly) smooth this process is! Sharing is easy and FREE from MyBooster.com. Every share gets us one step closer to our $8,500 for Support for the Connections Program and Student Incentives!
Head to MYBOOSTER.COM to register your student for our fundraiser and make a Student Star Video on mybooster.com. Click the “Share Button” to share with 3 people that you know!
Thanks for participating & making a difference here at W L Swain Elementary School!
It is almost time for Gordon Central's Homecoming. Homecoming week will be the Week of September 25th--September 29th. In order to help everyone prepare, here are the dress up days for this year's homecoming week. We can't wait to see everyone dressed up and ready to support our Warriors!
Monday, September 18th, begins Grandparent's week! Lunch costs $4 (cash or check only, no credit cards). Grandparents can also bring lunch.
Schedule:
September 18th--2nd Grade
(2nd Grade: 11:30-12:00)
September 19th--1st & 3rd Grade
(1st Grade: 11:10-11:40)
(3rd Grade: 11:35-12:05)
September 20th--4th & 5th Grade
(5th Grade: 12:00-12:30)
(4th Grade: 12:15-12:45)
September 21st--PreK and Kindergarten
There will also be an opportunity for Grandparent Pictures on the 21st.
(Kindergarten: 11:00-11:30)
(PreK: 12:30-1:00)
W.L. Swain Elementary School Invites you to join us for Math & Literacy Night
September 12, 2023.
Time: 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm
All parents and families are invited!
For more information contact Connie Van Houten 706-629-0141
Please 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?
September 12, 2023
5:30 pm
W.L. Swain Elementary School Cafeteria.
All Parents and families are invited to participate.
For more information contact Connie VanHouten 706-629-0141
Digital Safety Parent Workshop to be held on August 29. See the flyer for more details.
W. L. Swain welcomes John Latimer!
My name is Mr. John Latimer, and this will be my third year working in kindergarten as a paraprofessional with Gordon County Schools. Prior to working in education, I spent 21 years in the U.S. Air Force before retiring in 2010. I have a bachelor’s and master’s degree in science. I am married with four children. My oldest child just graduated from college, the two boys are in high school and my youngest daughter is in middle school. My wife Vicky Latimer is the chorus teacher at Ashworth Middle School. I enjoy spending time with my family, running and cycling. I’m looking forward to getting to know your child and having a great school year!
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
2023-2024 School Year School Supplies:
All basic school supplies have been purchased through CARES Act Funding and will be provided to all Gordon County students for the 2023-2024 school year.
Parents & families are responsible for providing book bags, pencil boxes/pouches, and headphones/earbuds while all additional supplies will be given to your student.
Families may also purchase lunch boxes if their student plans on bringing lunch to school.
www.gcbe.org/backtoschool
W. L
Swain Elements welcomes Ms. Allison Pace.
I am Allison Pace. I grew up in Kennesaw, GA. I got my undergraduate degree from Kennesaw State University. I’ve received my Masters and Specialist degrees in Early Childhood Education and Curriculum and Instruction from Piedmont College and received a second Specialist degree in Education Leadership from Berry College. This is my 19th year teaching. I’ve taught in Paulding County for 16 years and in Rome City Schools for 2 years. I have lived in Adairsville for the past two years and I am thrilled to be teaching 5th grade at Swain.
W. L. Swain Elementary welcomes Mrs. Heather Payne!
My name is Heather Payne, and I am so excited to be teaching at W.L. Swain Elementary. I am a product of Gordon County Schools and have lived in Gordon County my entire life. I have a Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education from Western Governor’s University. I have been married to my husband for 10 years, and we have two children that attend Swain. When I am not working, I enjoy spending time with my family and working in the children’s ministry program at my church. I am looking forward to the 2023-2024 school year!
🚍 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
