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Grand Mound Elementary School |
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As we move into the final stretch of the school year, May brings a sense of excitement, growth, and celebration to Grand Mound Elementary. Our students have been working hard all year, and it’s wonderful to see their progress both in and out of the classroom. From engaging lessons to upcoming end-of-year activities, this is a special time for our school community.
In this newsletter, you’ll find important updates, event information, and highlights of the great things happening around campus. We encourage you to stay involved, support your students, and join us in celebrating their achievements as we head toward summer.
Thank you for being such an important part of our Grand Mound Elementary family!
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Dear GMES Families,
As we approach the end of the school year, testing is in full swing! Teachers have done their best to make sure students learn as much as they can and students are "Doing their Best on the Test!" Thank you for supporting them during testing!
Please provide me with any feedback you have about how the year has been for you and your family! Feel free to email me at daragon@rochester.wednet.edu.
Sincerely,
Dan Aragon
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2026-2027 School Year Calendar Available |
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Summer is almost here, and we are all excited for sunshine, swimming, bike rides, sleepovers, and more time with friends and family! As kids head into summer break, it’s a great time to review a few important safety reminders.
Please encourage children to:
Wear helmets when riding bikes, scooters, skateboards, or ATVs.
Stay with a trusted adult or ask permission before going somewhere new.
Use sunscreen, drink plenty of water, and take breaks in the shade on hot days.
Practice water safety by swimming with an adult nearby and following pool or lake rules.
Be careful online by not sharing personal information or chatting with strangers in games or apps.
Trust their instincts and tell a trusted adult if something feels unsafe or uncomfortable.
Summer is also a great time to practice kindness, responsibility, and good decision-making. We hope all of our students have a fun, relaxing, and safe summer break filled with adventures, laughter, and happy memories!
Mrs. Fayette
mfayette@rochester.wednet.edu
360-858-1825
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As the school year is winding down, now is a great time to start thinking ahead about your child’s health needs for next year. Scheduling annual physicals and staying up to date on immunizations can help ensure a smooth and confident start to the new school year. We encourage families to book appointments early, as well-child visits often fill quickly and may be scheduled weeks or months in advance.
Please remember that if your student has a medical condition such as asthma, anaphylaxis, diabetes, or seizures, or requires any daily or as-needed medication, updated doctor’s orders and signed authorization forms are required for medications to be administered at school. These forms need to be renewed each school year. Planning ahead over the summer can help ensure a smooth and safe start to the school year.
If you have questions about immunizations or required forms, please feel free to reach out to the health room. We are more than happy to assist you.
Nurse Andrea
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Are you looking for exciting sports or extracurricular activities for your child? Engaging in sports or other after-school activities provides children with more than just physical exercise—it boosts confidence, fosters teamwork, and helps them explore new interests. Whether they're interested in team sports like soccer or basketball, arts and music programs, or even STEM clubs, these activities provide valuable learning experiences outside the classroom. Not only do they promote social skills and resilience, but they also give kids a chance to develop lifelong passions. Start exploring options today at http://www.rochesteryouthsportsandrec.com/
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GMES Family BBQ: We are excited to see our families at GMES for our Family BBQ on Tuesday, June 2nd.GMES BBQ Response |
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- May 19- SBA MATH
- May 20- SBA MATH
- May 21- Science (WCAS-5th Grade Only)
- May 22- All Library Books Due
- May 25- No School (Memorial Day)
- May 27- Science (WCAS-5th Grade Only)
- May 28- 5th grade visits RMS
- May 29- GMES Spirit Day (Beach Day)
- June 2- GMES Family BBQ/Egg Drop
- June 3- Incoming 3rd grade Parent Student Night
- June 4- 5th Burfoot Trip
- June 5- GMES Spirit Day (Wacky Hat)
- June 10- Last Day of School / Roll Up Day
- Aug 20th-10am-3pm ROOF school supply and resource fair
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Important Reminders:
The gate to student drop off will open at 8:30
Parents that will be doing parent drop-off/pick-up that have children at both RPS and GMES will drop-off/pick-up their RPS student first, then continue onto the GMES pick up area. -
Please be patient in the drop-off/pick-up area, sometimes it goes slow. Zippering in line and being kind makes things go so much quicker.
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Equal Opportunity Employer |
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Rochester School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, the use of a trained guide dog or service animal, or any other basis prohibited by law. We also provide equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination:
Civil Rights Coordinator: Jennifer Bethman (360) 273-9242, jbethman@rochester.wednet.edu; Title IX Coordinator: Kelsey Lincoln (360) 273-5534, klincoln@rochester.wednet.edu; 504/ADA Coordinator: Laura Staley (360) 273-5536, lstaley@rochester.wednet.edu. Gender-Inclusive Schools Coordinator: Jennifer Bethman (360) 273-9242, jbethman@rochester.wednet.edu Address: 10140 Highway 12 SW, Rochester, WA 98579.
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