To start the year off on the right foot, we are encouraging ALL families to join us on Thursday, August 12th for “Meet the Teacher”
- Families with last names beginning with A-L are invited to join us from 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm and
- Families with last names beginning with M-Z are invited to attend from 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm.
This year we will be hosting “Meet the Teacher” outside behind the school building.
- Volunteers will be on hand to provide families with their passports to the event which identifies all of the tasks that need to be accomplished in addition tomeeting teachers.
- Families will receive a stamp on their passport after visiting all of the following “stations”.
- Completed passports can be turned in at the Parent Involvement Committee (PIC) table in exchange for an icy treat.
- In addition, all completed passports will be entered into a drawing for fabulous prizes including 2 family 4-packs of day passes to Disneyland!!!
Stations Include
Materials Fees
- In addition to school supplies, each student is required to pay a Materials Fee of $150 per year.
- Materials fees can be paid in one lump sum or spread out over three payments.
- Materials Fees help to cover costs associated with curriculum, support, and classroom technology.
- Payment can be made by clicking here.
- Payments can also be paid in person at Meet the Teacher Night.
- Families who qualify for Free or Reduced lunch need to submit their approval letter from DCSD to have their Materials Fees waived.
- Materials fees are non-refundable
QR Codes/Pick-up and Drop-off Information
- Each family new to GVA-DC will be issued a sheet of QR codes and a family number.
- Returning families can use the codes from previous years.
- Pick-up and Drop-off information will also be available.
Health Aide/Nurse
- Sintia Palma, Health Aide, will be on hand to accept student medications, immunization forms and answer questions about the Health Clinic.
School Counselor
- What does a School Counselor do? Stop by to learn how Ms. Weiss supports every student in the building!
Before and After School Programs
Innovation Learning
- Innovation Learning is an extended learning provider, offering before and after school programs from 6:30 am – 6:00 pm and vacation camps.
- Innovation Learning’s program focuses on recreation, academics and fun, by engaging students in using problem-solving skills, cultivating creativity, and building their capacity for innovation.
- Stop by and take advantage of their early bird registration special!!
We encourage ALL FAMILIES to register with Innovation Learning. While you may not use Before and Aftercare on a regular basis, it is a great backup/emergency plan!!
ENCORE
- ENCORE is Global Village Academy's after-school enrichment program. Classes take place from 3:45 PM to 4:45 PM on the GVA-DC campus.
- Students can participate in a wide variety of classes-stop by and see what classes are being offered this fall!
Nutrition Services
- All lunch meals are free for the entire school year!!
- Students must take a fruit or vegetable to make a reimbursable meal.
- We will have additional ala carte items available for purchase which would include second entrees.
- For more information and to complete a Free and Reduced Lunch application, stop here!!!
Parent Involvement Committee (PIC)
- The Parent Involvement Committee (“PIC”) works with both families and staff to build a solid school community.
- Arranging events, volunteering, and contribution opportunities, the PIC will work toward raising additional school funds, while providing activities for all to enjoy.
- The strength of our school is only as strong as the parents that support it. Stop by and see how to get involved!
UNIFORMS! SPIRIT WEAR! UNIFORMS! SPIRIT WEAR! UNIFORMS! SPIRIT WEAR!
- Excel Screen printing will be in the cafeteria from 1:00 pm – 6:00 pm to fulfill your uniform (and Spirit Wear) needs.
SCHOOL SUPPLIES! SCHOOL SUPPLIES! SCHOOL SUPPLIES! SCHOOL SUPPLIES!
- If you have NOT already purchased school supplies, supply lists can be found here.
- REMEMBER: your student will need supplies for both their English class (the first list after clicking on the grade level) AND their Immersion class (click on their immersion language).
- If you ordered an EduKit in time to have it delivered to the school, it will be dropped off at school and delivered to your student’s classrooms.
- Families are encouraged to drop off school supplies at “Meet the Teacher”.
- Please separate supplies into 2 containers/bags (one for English and one for Immersion) and CLEARLY LABEL each container with both the student’s and teacher’s name.
- Supplies can be dropped off in the cafeteria under the teacher’s sign.
We are looking forward to an incredible school year and can’t wait to see all of you on Thursday!
Warmly,
Stacy Bush
Principal, GVA Douglas County