Bus 603: Brent Melancon will not be running ALL DAY on MONDAY (November 4th). Please, make arrangements for your child to arrive to school and be picked up after school. We apologize for the inconvenience. Please, contact school with any transportation issues.
Ebony Poole (Bus 554) WILL NOT run her AFTERNOON route TODAY (October 31). Please, ensure that your child is aware of how he/she will get home prior to coming to school. We apologize for the inconvenience.
Ebony Poole (Bus 554) WILL NOT run her AFTERNOON route TOMORROW (October 31). Please, ensure that your child is aware of how he/she will get home prior to coming to school. We apologize for the inconvenience.
GPE needs your help in celebrating our Veterans!
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GPE STAKERHOLDERS: Parents that are decorating a trunk for Trunk or Treat tomorrow, please have your trunk ready by 11:00 A.M. and park at the gym, on the Left Hand Side of the gym. All other parent volunteers and visitors may park on the Right Hand Side of the gym. Also, students that are NOT participating in Trunk or Treat, may NOT wear their costumes to school. Thank you for your cooperation!

🎉 Celebrating Ms. April Guidry: Principal of Grand Prairie Elementary! 🏫🌟In honor of National Principals Month, we would like to give a huge shoutout to one of our school leaders, Ms. April Guidry ! 🎉

World Teacher Day
📚🌍 Happy World Teacher's Day! 🌍📚 Today, we honor and celebrate the incredible educators who light the way to knowledge and inspire the leaders of tomorrow. 🌟 Teachers, you are the heart of education, the catalysts of change, and the architects of dreams. Your dedication, passion, and unwavering commitment to nurturing young minds are truly remarkable. On this special day, please take a moment to thank a teacher who has made a difference in your life or your children's lives. Your appreciation means more than you can imagine. To all the teachers out there, we applaud you for your dedication, creativity, and resilience. You are changing the world one student at a time. 🌏 #WorldTeachersDay #ThankATeacher #EducationMatters

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/2xypl

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month! During this month and beyond, let's unite in the fight against breast cancer. Together, we can make a difference by raising awareness and supporting those affected. 💗 Show Your Support: Wear pink to show solidarity with breast cancer survivors and fighters. Together, we can make strides toward a world without breast cancer. 💕 #BreastCancerAwareness

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month! During this month and beyond, let's unite in the fight against breast cancer. Together, we can make a difference by raising awareness and supporting those affected. 💗 Show Your Support: Wear pink to show solidarity with breast cancer survivors and fighters. Together, we can make strides toward a world without breast cancer. 💕 #BreastCancerAwareness

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/2xhqg

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/2wutr

The Ice Cream Truck is Coming to GPE THIS FRIDAY (9/20/24)!


GPE will have early dismissal this Wednesday (9/18/24) for faculty/staff professional development. Buses will dismiss at 12:10 PM. Car riders will dismiss at 12:15 PM.

Important St. Landry Parish School District Announcement:
After consulting with the Office of Emergency Preparedness, all schools and administrative offices will be open tomorrow, Thursday, September 12, 2024. However, please be aware that there may be transportation delays due to the aftermath of Hurricane Francine. Given the extensive geography of our parish, we understand that some areas may face challenges. If your family is experiencing storm-related difficulties that prevent your child from attending school, please reach out to the school to inform them.
Thank you for your understanding and cooperation!

We love our Poppas, Grannies, MawMaws, PawPaws, Lollies, & Pops! Please, join us for Grandparents Day at GPE! Parents, please scan the QR Code on the flyer to RSVP for your grandparents who will attend. https://www.canva.com/design/DAGP5zkrsE8/NQTKKJGLoZ24Hsy-f-DdDQ/view?utm_content=DAGP5zkrsE8&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link&utm_source=editor
GPE Parents/Guardians: Bus 601: Malanie Artigue will not be running TODAY OR TOMORROW (August 15-16). We apologize for the inconvenience. Please, contact school with any transportation issues.
Afternoon Dismissal Reminders:
Afternoon pickup is from 3:10-3:25 PM. Please ensure your child knows how he/she is getting home before leaving home in the morning.
Car Rider pickup procedures can be found in student handbook. Parents should have car rider tag visible from passenger seat visor to expedite procedure. Request car rider tag from homeroom teacher if one is needed.
Parents, please do not attempt to drive around vehicles in car rider drop off/pickup. This is unsafe for students and parents in parking lot. Wait until the car/bus in front of you leaves.

Morning Arrival Reminders:
Morning Drop Off is from 7:30 - 7:45 AM.
Students must arrive by 7:35 AM to ensure time to eat breakfast.
Students who arrive at after 7:45 AM must go to the front door to enter campus.
Parents must go to office to sign in tardy students at 7:55 AM.
Parents, please do not attempt to drive around vehicles in car rider drop off/pickup. This is unsafe for students and parents in parking lot. Wait until the car/bus in front of you leaves.

GPE Parents/Guardians: Bus 601: Malanie Artigue will not be running TOMORROW (August 14). We apologize for the inconvenience. Please, contact school with any transportation issues.
