Help Your Child be Successful at Granada This Year
During the first weeks of school, Granada students are learning new routines and procedures. This is a good time for parents to review school procedures and guidelines too! This applies to all parents, not just those who are new. Here are some ways to make sure your child is well prepared for learning at GIS:
Plan Ahead and Arrive to School on Time
Classrooms open at 7:45am so students can be settled and ready to go at 8:00am sharp! This is extremely important for both teachers and students.
Make Sure Your Child Has the Complete Uniform
Students are expected to wear the GIS uniform daily, unless they are participating in a special event and the teacher sends special notice home. The GIS uniform guidelines are posted online on the school website at
www.granadaschool.org.
Please see the Parent/Student Handbook for more. Note that athletic shoes are required for students for their comfort and safety as students are very active during recesses and PE times. A navy blue cardigan is allowed in the building.
Order Books and Supplies
Does your child have all his/her books and supplies? The book lists and supply lists are posted online on the school website. You can drop your book order list with the receptionist, Sr. Halima Albers, if you have not purchased all your books. Make sure that your child has all of his/her books and supplies ready for school every day.
Send Healthy Snack and Lunch Everyday
Students need energy to stay focused and participate in class. Please help your child have a well-balanced breakfast. A healthy lunch and snacks, with plenty of fruits and vegetables, are just as important.
Cleanliness
Cleanliness and hygiene are a priority for all grades. Students in Kindergarten through Second grade learn the importance of cleaning up after themselves and washing their hands. An “Oops” form may be sent home as a gentle reminder (See Student Handbook)
Encourage Good Study Habits and Responsibility
Be proactive and ask your child to share his or her homework assignments with you. Help your child find a quiet location and a regular time to complete homework. Teach responsibility by asking your child to put homework and textbooks in their backpacks before they go to sleep.
Read All Communication Materials from School
Stay informed of the events taking place at school by keeping handy the following important documents: Parent/ student handbook, School calendar, and monthly newsletters. Read our emails and check the Granada website regularly.
Sign up for Volunteering Projects
Contact PTSO or your child’s teacher to find the right volunteer job for you. Help with school events, classroom support, or Project Cornerstone. Each family is required to complete 10 hours of volunteer service between Sep-Jan and between Jan-May (20 hours total).