Please tune in for our Real Parent Talk Unscripted podcast today at noon. You can watch on YouTube, Facebook, or by going to https://streamyard.com/watch/mpytVDMsFdbU.

Parents/Guardians of students who ride Mr. Brent Melancon's Bus - BUS 603 - Mr. Brent will be running 10 MINUTES EARLY tomorrow MORNING, THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 14th. Thank you!

The New Orleans Saints and Pelicans will host STEM Fair, sponsored by Chevron, on Saturday, October 14th from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. at the Caesars Super Dome and the Smoothie King Center.
STEM Fest – is a day where you can take your family on the New Orleans Saints turf at the Caesar’s Superdome and engage in hundreds of hands-on activities. STEM Fest is a celebration of all things science, technology, engineering, and math. It's a place where people of all ages can come together to learn, explore, and have fun.
Your $15 online entry fee (price increases the day of the event) includes access to the fest and a Pelicans ticket, courtesy of Chevron. Entry is free for kids 2 and younger with a paying adult.
Please use this link to purchase: https://pels.group/STEMFest2023Harpster

All St. Landry Parish Public schools will have an early dismissal on Wednesday, September 13, 2023, to facilitate professional learning opportunities. Please be attentive to communication from your child's school, as they will provide you with the precise dismissal times. These times may vary slightly from school to school. If your child typically rides the bus, please ensure someone is available at home to receive them upon their early return. If your child is a car rider, please adhere to the specific car rider dismissal time communicated by the school to ensure a smooth pick-up process. Thank you for your cooperation and understanding.

GPE PARENTS AND GUARDIANS - Tomorrow is Jean Day Friday! Students may wear BLUE JEANS (no shorts, no jeans with holes) for $1. They MUST wear a uniform shirt or spirit shirt with their jeans! 75% of funds collected from jean days goes toward purchasing equipment for students at the school, 25% of funds collected goes toward staff appreciation. Also, tomorrow, Friday, September 1st, our Coca-Cola sale ends! Don't forget to send in your orders! Thank you for supporting GPE!!

THE PANTHER STORE IS OPEN AGAIN! And we've added a GPE jacket! Use the link below to shop for Panther gear for the 2023-24 school year. Thank you for supporting our Panthers! http://stores.inksoft.com/grand_prairie_elem_23-24

PARENTS AND GUARDIANS - Our Coca-Cola fundraiser begins Monday! Be on the lookout for more information and order forms. 100% of funds collected from this sale goes toward purchasing equipment for students at the school! Thank you for supporting GPE!!

PARENTS AND GUARDIANS - Click below for our WELCOME BACK information. We are SO EXCITED to see everyone over the next two days!
https://tinyurl.com/GPEWelcomeBack23-24

Exciting news! The journey to a bright future starts with quality pre-kindergarten education. Enroll your child in a St. Landry Parish public school today! Go to https://earlylearningnetworkslp.org/enrollment to register or call 337.948.3657 ext. 10263 (Early Childhood Department). Please share this information with anyone who has a child who meets the age requirement (*Must be four by Sep. 30, 2023).
#SLPEarlyLearning #Caterpillers2Butterflies

This year we will, once again, be doing staggered entry to begin our school year. Please see the schedule below:
Thursday, August 10th - Students with last names beginning with A-I attend.
Friday, August 11th - Students with last names beginning with J-Z.
Monday, August 14th - ALL students attend.

Please use the following link to pay student school fees for the 2023-2024 school year:
https://tinyurl.com/GPE2324SchoolFees
You can also use the QR code pictured.
School Fees: $25
District Tech Fee: $10

REMINDER TO GET YOUR PANTHER GEAR! Use the link below to shop! The store closes FRIDAY, JULY 21st at MIDNIGHT! Thank you for supporting our Panthers! http://stores.inksoft.com/grand_prairie_elem_23-24

Please click the following link for information about GPE's 2023-2024 back to school open house! https://tinyurl.com/GPEOpenHouse23-24

Uniform graphics may be viewed here: https://tinyurl.com/SLPUniformsGPE2324
This is only a helpful reference and does not encompass all possible options.
Please see the attached document and graphics regarding the SLP Uniform Policy. All aspects of the uniform policy will be strictly enforced this school year. Please be aware that these policies are put into place for SAFETY reasons and we appreciate your help in following them. Also, CLEAR BACKPACKS are NOT mandated on our campus this year. Thank you for continuing to keep our school a safe place for your children!
https://tinyurl.com/SLPUniformPolicyUpdate2324




SLPSB Special Education Symposium -
Teachers, Paraprofessionals, and Administrators are invited to attend the Special Education Symposium on Tuesday, July 11th, and Wednesday, July 12th. A $25.00 stipend will be given to teachers and paras in attendance. Registration Link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/14eYOk0QdqbjuC7OdjuWM2dTeb12FeK93HfMBpzdd3-k/edit?ts=6490a13b

A MESSAGE FROM SLPSB:
The St. Landry Parish School Board is soliciting public comment and will accept recommendations on areas of consideration for the 2023 - 2024 Pupil Progression Plan.
To leave your feedback go to
https://forms.gle/k5DRJpqSUjsL7rka6.
The deadline to complete the survey is
Monday, July 10, 2023.

Use the link below to shop for Panther gear for the 2023-24 school year! Thank you for supporting our Panthers! http://stores.inksoft.com/grand_prairie_elem_23-24

Hey, Facebook friends, Happy Juneteenth! Today marks the day when slavery was finally abolished in the United States. It's a day of celebration, reflection and remembrance. It's important to teach our young children the importance of diversity, inclusivity and the significance of this day in our history. Let's celebrate together by spreading love, kindness and acceptance for all. Enjoy the day, everyone! #Juneteenth #DiversityandInclusion #UnityLoveKindness

SEEKING: EUNICE HIGH SCHOOL PRINCIPAL OR
PRINCIPAL ZONE LEADER
~COMPETITIVE SALARY RANGE - 85,000-105,000
(*salary negotiated based on qualifications and experience)
~DEADLINE TO APPLY: THURSDAY, JUNE 8, 2023
~Apply at: https://www.slpsb.org/page/employment
~For more information, contact Matthew Scruggins at 337-948-3657.

