Good Morning GCES! Unfortunately Bus 566, Mr. Thierry, is unable to run his route this afternoon. Parents of students who ride this bus need to make arrangements to pick them up. We apologize for this inconvenience.
We are excited to announce the GCES i-Ready Champions Parade on February 28 at 1:00 PM. Students invited to participate will go home with an invitation and instructions to create a poster to display during the walking parade. Hope to see you there!
Good Afternoon GCES! We are excited to announce the start of Pre-K Registration for the 2025-2026 School Year. Starting Monday, February 17, parents are encouraged to visit the front office to get a registration packet and schedule an intake appointment. All intake appointments will take place on March 19, 2025. At your intake appointment, you will return the completed application and all requested documents. To qualify the student must turn 4 on or before September 30, 2025.
Good afternoon GCES! This is a reminder that Ms. Annette, Bus 558, is unable to run her route this afternoon. Please make arrangements to pick up students who ride this bus this afternoon. Also, tomorrow we will have early dismissal at 12:25. There will be no tutoring tomorrow.
Good Afternoon, GCES! On February 11, students can take Valentine's Day Pictures for $5.00 per 4 x 6 print. Please ensure that the order form you received is filled out with payment. Students may have Free Dress tomorrow only if they are taking pictures. If they are not taking pictures, they are expected to wear regular uniforms. Have a Great Day.
SLP families, The Good News publication is linked below. Thanks for your continued support! Great things are happening here. Let's spread The Good News! READ HERE: https://5il.co/36zei
Celebrating 100th Day of School - 100 days smarter, stronger, and more amazing!!!
The PBIS Committee sponsored "Snacks with Stuffies" to reward exemplary behavior for the month of January. Students redeemed 15 dojo points to enjoy their favorite snacks with their favorite stuffie! Great job Blue Jays!
Good morning GCES! Bus 608, Mr. Peter Smith, is unable to run its route today. Parents of students who ride this bus will have to make arrangements to get students to and from school today. We apologize for the inconvenience.
Meeting Notice: Special Education Advisory Council (SEAC) Meeting ~Date: Thursday, February 6, 2025, at 4:15 PM ~Location: St. Landry Parish Pupil Appraisal Center ~ We cordially invite all community members to attend the upcoming SEAC Meeting. This meeting aims to provide a platform for valuable discussions and ensure the enhancement of special education services within our district. Your presence and valuable input will greatly contribute to fostering a supportive and inclusive educational environment for all students. A detailed agenda can be found at https://5il.co/36mca.
Good Afternoon GCES. We are happy to report that our plumbing issue has been resolved. Thanks for your patience.
Grand Coteau Elementary is currently experiencing an issue with low water pressure, affecting the flushing of toilets in our student restrooms. Please rest assured that we are working closely with the town of Grand Coteau and SLPSB Maintenance Department to resolve the issue as quickly as possible.
In the meantime, we are taking steps to minimize disruptions for students and staff, including providing access to other restrooms on campus with functioning toilets.
We appreciate your understanding and patience as we address this matter. If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact the school office.
Thank you for your support!
Mr. Singleton
GCES will celebrate the 100th day of school on January 31. Students may wear 100th Day shirts, shirts with 100 items on it, or dress like they are 100 years old.
Due to a major break in the town’s main water line, Grand Coteau Elementary will be closed on Friday, January 17, 2025. This unexpected situation has impacted the availability of water at our facility, which is essential for maintaining a safe and healthy environment for students and staff. We apologize for any inconvenience.
Good afternoon GCES! Bus 566, Mr. Thierry, is running late this afternoon. He is expected to pick up at 3:15. We apologize for the inconvenience.
We are thrilled to announce that GCES has been recognized as a Top Gains Honoree at this week’s School Board Meeting! This prestigious honor reflects the hard work and dedication of our students, teachers, staff, and families.
Thank you to our school community for striving for greatness and supporting one another every step of the way. Together, we’re building a brighter future.
Good morning GCES! This afternoon/evening's weather forecast notes rainy and cold conditions. For the safety and security of our students, we will NOT have Learning Beyond the Bell tutoring this afternoon.
Good evening GCES! Things a reminder that we will dismiss at 12:25 tomorrow. Also, Ms. Annette Courville (Bus 558) and Ms. Melissa Boudreaux (Bus L205) are unable to run both morning and afternoon routes tomorrow. Parents of students who ride these buses will need to make arrangements to drop off and pick up their students. We apologize for the inconvenience. Have a great evening.
Good Afternoon GCES. This is a few reminders about the rest of the week:
1) Thursday: Holiday Attire & Pictures with Santa
Dress in your best holiday outfit or wear red and green! This can be a festive sweater, a holiday dress, or any clothing that makes you feel merry and bright.
Santa will be visiting for photos, so look your best! (Bring your $5 and order form for each 4x6 photo)
2)Thursday: AMS/GCES Family Night at Arnaudville Middle from 5:30-7:00 . All are invited.
3) Friday: Friday: Candy Cane Day
Dress in red and white stripes to look like a candy cane! If you don't have striped clothing, simply wearing red and white will do. Candy cane accessories are a sweet addition!
4) Friday: Early Dismissal at 12:25
Our amazing PBIS committee hosted a Hot Cocoa Bar for our staff today, and it was a sweet success! Thank you to our committee for the holiday cheer!
