Panther Post: November 16

Posted Date: 11/16/25 (02:00 PM)

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November 16, 2025

News & Updates

Breakfast & Lunch Menu

Next Week at Gum Springs

November 17th: 4th Grade Field Trip
November 17th: Gizmos practice; pickup at 5:00pm
November 17th: Cooking Club; pickup at 4:00pm
November 18th: FCA at 6:40am (4th & 5th grade)
November 18th: Gizmos practice; pickup at 5:00pm
November 18th: Tech Club (3rd grade) & Kindness Club; pickup at 4:00pm
November 19th: Lego Club; pickup at 4:00pm
November 20th: GS Singers, Stock Market Club, and Science Olympiad; pickup at 4:00pm
November 24-28: Thanksgiving Break! No School!

Planning ahead for the school year? Check out the school calendar on our website to plan for upcoming events in the next few months!

Thankful for our GSES Staff!

🍁 In this season of thankfulness, we are especially grateful for our incredible GSES staff! 🍁

Every day, they show heart, dedication, and Panther pride—and we want to celebrate them all month long.

🙏 Has a staff member supported you in a meaningful way?

🏅 Been there cheering on your child?

💛 Shown kindness that made a big difference?

Now is the perfect time to share your gratitude!

Fill out the form below to send a Thankful November Staff Shout Out. Your message will be shared with the staff member and featured on social media as we recognize the amazing people who make GSES shine.

Let’s fill this month with appreciation!

Staff Shout Out

GSES Named Math & Literacy Leader by GA DOE

Yearbooks on Sale NOW!

25-26 GSES Yearbooks are sale now! Order before October 31st and receive a 10% discount. Any orders placed before April 1st are eligible for 2 FREE custom pages in your child's yearbook.

Got questions? Contact Ms. Simmons (jsimmons@jcss.us).

Yearbook flyer

JCSS Raptor Safe

We are thrilled to announce all JCSS schools are adopting the Raptor Safe mobile application as part of our ongoing commitment to enhancing school safety, while streamlining visitor management check-in at our schools. The Raptor Safe app builds upon existing visitor procedures, offering a more convenient and secure check-in process for visitors. Learn more by visiting www.jacksonschoolsga.org/raptorsafe.

Go Falcons!

The Jackson County School System Foundation is excited to announce a new partnership with the Atlanta Falcons! The JCSS Foundation will be taking part in Jackson County School System Day with the Falcons when they host divisional rival Carolina on Nov. 16. Five dollars of every ticket sold will be awarded back to the JCSS Foundation! Purchase tickets online by visiting www.gofevo.com/event/jacksoncounty30.

JCSS Night at Athens Rock Lobsters

Mark your calendars! The Athens Rock Lobsters are hosting 4 JCSS Foundation nights! A portion of every ticket sold will be donated back to the Foundation to support staff grants and student scholarships! Tickets are on sale now!

Visit www.jcssfoundation.org/upcomingevents.

Technology Competition Winners!

GSES Technology Competition Representatives

We are excited to celebrate the outstanding achievements of our 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade students who participated in this year’s school technology competition! Students were challenged to think creatively, problem-solve, and apply their digital skills in meaningful ways. Their projects showcased impressive innovation, teamwork, and perseverance. Winning projects will now move on to the District Technology Competition on December 5th.

We are so proud of all students who participated. Your hard work and creativity continue to inspire us and show what it means to be confident digital learners. Great job, Panthers!

Digital Photo Production & Robotics Winners

Helpful Tech Tips

Campus Parent

Every guardian and/or parent needs to have an Infinite Campus Parent Portal account. Having a Parent Portal account, allows parents and guardians to make updates to their contact information, notification settings, and view absences and grades (for 3rd-12th grade). In addition, a Parent Portal account also syncs with ParentSquare and Canvas Parent Observer. The flyer/video linked below helps parents and guardians navigate Infinite Campus Parent Portal.

Campus Parent Portal Guide

Partners in Ed

Birthday Shoutout Form

GSES LED Sign Sponsorship

Gum Springs Elementary is looking to partner with businesses to build our Partners in Education program. One way we offer this is through our GSES LED Sign Sponsorship. Attached is the form to complete. If you have any questions, please reach out to Hannah Freyre at Hannah.freyre@jcss.us

LED Sign Sponsorship Form