Today's Lockdown

Dear Parents,

We received a phone call from the Palo Alto County Communication Center stating they received a report that a loud noise was heard near the school (similar to that of gunshots). We took precautions to check the campus for anything or anyone suspicious or out of place. We received a subsequent phone call from the Comm Center to go into Lockdown; officers were on their way to make sure the area was safe and secure.

The Palo Alto County Sheriff's Department concluded the noise was an engine backfire at which time we released students. The Elementary School held their shuttle so students would not be sitting idle in the heat while waiting for the other shuttle to leave Graettinger.

We apologize we were unable to notify you via School Alerts. Since we could not, we used email and website. We are taking extra precautions to insure our School Alert System is properly in place and will update you on our communication plan very soon.

Thank you,
Teresa

G-T Phys Ed Program TITANS UP with Titan apparel!

G-T MSHS Phys Ed Program TITANS UP with Titan apparel!

The Graettinger-Terril Physical Education Program has added a t-shirt and shorts combo to the 6-12th grades' supply list for the 2013-2014. 

We do apologize for the inconvenience of this not making the back-to-school supply list. To expedite the process, we went ahead and provided every student in grades 6-12 with his/her P.E. clothing. You may either drop off or mail payment ($10 total) to the Graettinger office. 

Many students really like the clothing and have purchased an extra set; so if your child wishes to rotate his/her clothing, please contact Coach Todd Hough. 

Why the change? After much consideration, we decided to jump in line with a number of districts who require a P.E. uniform. It makes it easier on students by preventing dress code conflicts; it's more economical; it alleviates the social pressures of fitting in; and it rules out the phrase, "I don't have anything to wear."

Please contact Teresa Alesch if you have any questions.

Take a look at our MS group. They look great! 

G-T MS Teacher Earns New Books for Her Students!

G-T MS Teacher Earns New Books for Her Students!

When teachers go out of their way to "find ways" to provide a better education for our students, my heart sings!

Graettinger-Terril's Mrs. Kelsie Christensen put in a request at DonorsChoose.org for her classroom project called "Let There Be Books!" Mrs. Christensen is a first-year teacher serving Graettinger-Terril in the special education classroom in the afternoon and serving Ruthven-Ayrshire teaching reading in the morning. We are very lucky to have her. Thank you, Mrs. Christensen! And a big thank you to our donor(s)!

Our elementary school currently has another project in the works, Vision Therapy, Brain Gym, and Balance, which was put into place by Mrs. Becky Masters.