Grand Coteau Elementary

SLPSB is pleased to announce Learning Beyond The Bell--Academic and Enrichment Program - a yearlong after school learning program designed to enrich the academic and extracurricular life of our kindergarten - 12th grade students. The goal is to improve critical foundational skills in all core content areas. In addition, we will offer enrichment opportunities that will enable students to take virtual field trips, learn more about science and technology, engage in social living projects, play sports, and develop an appreciation for art, theater, music, and more. Dates: October 2021 - May 2022 Days: Monday - Thursday Hours: immediately after school (3:10 p.m. - 5:10 p.m.) Application deadline: October 19, 2021 Application link: https://forms.gle/89j2ixaw2V7xnMUY6

SUPERINTENDENT COUNCILS - ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS THROUGH TUESDAY, OCTOBER 12TH. Parents, educators, principals, and students, please consider applying to be a part of our Superintendent Leadership Councils. http://www.slpsb.org/apps/pages/superintendents_leadership_councils

October is National Principal's Month! Help me give a shoutout to our SLPSD Principals to let them know we appreciate them! Drop a line in the comments and tag them. #ThankYourPrincipal

Good Afternoon GCES! Tomorrow we will host the Grandparents Day Parade. Grandparents are encouraged to decorate their vehicles as our students cheer them on. All students in households with multiple students, will attend the parade with the youngest sibling. Please note the times below: Pre-K and Kindergarten: 9:30 1st Grade: 10:00 2nd Grade: 10:30 3rd Grade: 11:00 4th Grade: 11:30

Good Afternoon GCES! We are informing you that 3 students have been diagnosed with COVID-19. They did have direct exposure with other members of our school community. We have identified close contacts. Close contacts would be someone within 6ft for at least 15 minutes or more with the infected person. GCES will remain OPEN during this time. Parents should continue to monitor their child’s health and the health of their families for COVID-19 symptoms.

Good afternoon GCES! We are excited to kickoff our Fall Cookie Dough Fundraiser. All orders are due to the school on October 8. Students are going home with order forms today. Thank you for your support.

We're having a photo contest at your school! Join in the fun!!!

Good Morning GCES! We are informing you that a student has been diagnosed with COVID-19. This person did have direct exposure with other members of our school community. We have identified close contacts. Close contacts would be someone within 6ft for at least 15 minutes or more with the infected person. GCES will remain OPEN during this time. Parents should continue to monitor their child’s health and the health of their families for COVID-19 symptoms.

Good Afternoon GCES. Here are some updates. https://5il.co/z5c9

Good Afternoon GCES! We are informing you that a student has been diagnosed with COVID-19. This person did have direct exposure with other members of our school community. We have identified close contacts. Close contacts would be someone within 6ft for at least 15 minutes or more with the infected person. GCES will remain OPEN during this time. Parents should continue to monitor their child’s health and the health of their families for COVID-19 symptoms.

MESSAGE FROM SLPSB: All schools and facilities will be open Wednesday, September 15, 2021. The decision to reopen schools is based on information gathered from the National Weather Service and the Office of Emergency Preparedness.

Good afternoon GCES! Unfortunately the mechanical issues for Bus 608, Mr. Peter Smith, could not be resolved this afternoon. Parents of students who ride this bus will need to make arrangements to pick up these students. We apologize for this inconvenience.

Good afternoon GCES! We were notified that Mr. Peter Smith, Bus 608, is experiencing some mechanical issues. He is expected to run the route today, but expect some delays. Sorry for the inconvenience.

Good Morning GCES! If you are interested in registering your student for the weekly Covid-19 Testing program, please use the link below. Testing will begin tomorrow morning and will occur every Thursday Morning at 8:00 AM. Only students who have been registered will be tested. https://home.color.com/covid/sign-up/start?partner=ldh-gra-112-students

This week, we'd like to highlight Mrs. Zerangue our wonderful Administrative Assistant and PE Teacher. She is a true gem of our school who always gives her best! WE appreciate all that you do!

Good Morning GCES!!! We are excited to release the first edition of the Blue Jay Bulletin. Thank you for your continued support. https://5il.co/ydof

Good Afternoon GCES Parents! We are excited to announce that we are implementing the Leader in Me this year. Leader in Me® is a whole-school transformation model and process that empowers students with the leadership and life skills they need to thrive in the 21st century. It is based on principles and practices of personal, interpersonal, and organizational effectiveness, and upon the powerful premise that every child possesses unique strengths and has the ability to be a leader. Our students will be exposed to the 7 habits on a daily basis. Please take a moment to complete this parent survey. Thanks in advance. https://www.leaderinme.com/s/grand-coteau-elementary-school-la/parent

Good Morning GCES. Due to some changes with his route, Mr. Chase Taylor (Bus 251) had to start his morning route about 15 minutes earlier. We apologize for this change and any inconvenience it has caused. If any students missed the bus and are not able to get to school, please communicate with the front office. Thanks.

TIK TOK CHALLENGE - PLEASE SHARE & JOIN IN THE FUN!

All St. Landry Parish schools and facilities will be open to students Tuesday, August 31, 2021, with the exception of Cankton Elementary, Eunice Junior High (follow pre-hurricane hybrid schedule), Port Barre Middle, Port Barre High School, and Washington Career and Technical Education Center. The above-mentioned schools will continue at-home learning for students. You will receive additional information from your school’s administrator. Students attending the St. Landry Parish Virtual Learning Academy will be contacted with additional information regarding coursework.