GFE Bobcat News

GFE students voted—and the results are in! Join us for the Kid’s Choice Event, a high-energy family fun night filled with activities chosen by our students. Enjoy Nerf, arts and crafts, Legos, sports, video games, movies, music, raffles, and outdoor games, plus kid-favorite food options like pizza, nachos, and drinks.

📅 February 20
⏰ 6:00–9:00 PM
📍 Gladden Farms Elementary

This is a family event (not a drop-off). Tickets are $5 cash / $6 card per person, or $8 at the door. Volunteers are welcome, and raffle tickets will be available. Buy early to avoid lines!

As sixth graders prepare for middle school and upcoming state assessments, counseling lessons have focused on building skills to manage stress, relationships, and challenges. Beginning in late January, students participated in lessons on Healthy Friendships, Coping with Worry, and Growth Mindset.

Through discussion, reflection, and shared experiences, students learned how to recognize healthy relationships, manage worries, and understand how their brains grow through effort and learning from mistakes. These lessons support students during an important stage of growth and help build confidence, resilience, and readiness for what’s ahead.

What an amazing night of movement, music, and community! With over 100 participants and nonstop energy, our Zumba Fundraiser raised more than $900 to support our school. Thank you to everyone who danced, donated, volunteered, and cheered us on—plus our incredible PTO, partners, and instructors who made it all possible. When our community comes together, incredible things happen! 💙

Over the past few weeks, our 5th graders set personal self-care goals focused on their mind, body, or fun. Through reflection and goal-setting, students learned how healthy routines—like getting enough sleep, using calming strategies, and making time for fun—can reduce stress, boost focus, and build confidence at school. Most students chose body-focused goals such as better sleep, hydration, and movement, while others focused on mindfulness or planning time for creativity and connection. Families are encouraged to check in at home and support one small self-care habit each week to help these positive routines stick!