School News

  • STEM Night - May 12, 2022 at 6 PM

    Tonight is our Virtual STEM Night!  At 6:00pm we will start out with our Title 1 Parent Meeting, and then we will preview the activities and provide instructions for completing them as a family.  You may choose to complete them tonight or at another time; remember, we would love to see pictures!

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  • Field Day - June 1

    Due to the inclement weather expected on Friday 5/13, Field Day will be moved to Wednesday, June 1st. For planning purposes, even if the forecast changes between now and Friday, we are changing the date. Please mark your calendars and plan to enjoy all of the FUN of Field Day on Wednesday, June 1st. Thanks. 😊

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  • Summer Calendars by Grade Level

    Complete all three calendars for your grade level and bring them back the first day of school. All participants will have a popsicle party for working hard over the summer to stay sharp!

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  • 2022 Summer Reading Challenge

    GCS wants students to keep reading over Summer Break! Rising PreK-12th grade students can record the minutes they read over the break and turn in a reading log to their school library media coordinator in the fall for an opportunity to earn a ticket to a Kersey Valley attraction.

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  • Kids Heart Challenge

    Kids Heart Challenge kick off starts this week, 3/14 - 3/18! Your student will learn about heart, brain, and vascular health, and meet kids with special hearts! We are having a Grade Level challenge to see which class can win the Healthiest Kids Award and receive school supplies.

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  • Read Across America Week

    Tuesday: "Two readers are better than one" day: Twin day Wednesday: Read Across America Day: "Wear your comfy 'reading' clothes' day Thursday: "Star Reader Day" Wear Stars Friday: "Dress like your favorite book character" day

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  • Congratulations to our 2021-2022 Teacher of the Year, Mrs. Andrea Larson!!!

    Mrs. Larson, a 3rd grade teacher, was named the Simkins Elementary 2021-2022 Teacher of the Year! Congratulations to Mrs. Larson and a big thank you for everything you do!

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  • Black History Month Family Engagement Night - Spaghetti Dinner Images

    We celebrated the culmination of Black History Month by supplying all Simkins students with a spaghetti dinner “kit” to share with their family on Dr. George C. Simkins day—Thursday, February 24th. Each student was also given an activity book for families to work on together.  Check out the images HERE!

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  • Upcoming February Dates

    Check out the following dates for important events happening at Simkins in the month of February!

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  • Swimmin' on to 6th Grade - 5th Grade Parent Information

    We recently held our 5th grade parent night to share important information about moving on to the 6th grade.

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  • How Do I Log On?

    If you have forgotten how to log on, there are several reminders available. Check out the website below and the directions for zScaler to get started!

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  • One day left to shop the bookfair online!

    Our in person book fair was a great success and we want to say thank you! We hope your child had an amazing experience. There is still time to do online shopping until January 20th. Book orders over $25 will ship free to your home. Just use the link found here.

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  • 10 Days of Winter Spirit

    Join us for some winter fun as we countdown the remaining days until Winter break!

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  • Teacher Assistant Named GCS Employee of the Month

    Prince Stewart is considered a role model for Simkins Elementary students.

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  • Simkins Spirit Week

    Simkins Spirit Week Monday - Teacher Workday Tuesday - Teacher Work Day Wednesday, 10/27 - Wacky Wendesday Thursday, 10/28 - Silly Hair/Hat Day Friday, 10/29 - Dress as a book character (Bring the book that goes with your character.)

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  • Virtual Math Night - Thursday, October 14, 2021 from 6 PM to 7 PM

    The Simkins Shark Tank presents "Are You Smarter Than a 5th Grader" math night. Join us on Teams for a night of fun and math to see who is smarter than a 5th grader! Click above to access the links!

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  • AG 101: Raising Awareness for Families Through AG Identification and Service

    Families of elementary students will be informed about the Academically Gifted (AG) identification process and tools used to measure aptitude and achievement. Families will also gain understanding about characteristics of gifted students and how to nurture those characteristics in and outside of the classroom. Finally, families will learn what AG service looks like in grades K - 5.

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  • Start With Hello Week (Sept. 20th-24th)

    Start with Hello is an initiative that teaches students the skills they need to reach out and include those who may be dealing with social isolation and create a culture of inclusion and connectedness within their school. To promote Start with Hello week we will be participating in a few activities throughout the week.

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  • Simkins Open House

    Simkins Open House Wednesday, August 18th with times by last name; Masks are required!

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  • GCS School Supply List

    Wondering what your child needs for back to school? GCS has the 2021-2022 list available!

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