Dear Great Falls Families,

February is a joyful and busy month at Great Falls, filled with engaging learning experiences, literacy celebrations, and exciting opportunities for our students. From reading challenges to career exploration, our school community has so much to look forward to, and we are excited to share what’s ahead.

This month, students will be diving into meaningful literacy experiences through our One School / One Author focus on Kate DiCamillo and participating in our schoolwide Read-A-Thon. These activities encourage a love of reading while building excitement and school spirit across all grade levels.

We are also thrilled to welcome community members into our building for the Great Falls Career Fair on February 3 and 4. This event gives students the opportunity to explore a wide range of careers, ask questions, and begin imagining possibilities for their own futures. It is always inspiring to see our students engage so thoughtfully with our presenters.

February also includes several special celebrations and milestones. We will recognize World Read Aloud Day, celebrate School Counselor Appreciation Day, and proudly support our students as they present at the School Committee meeting. Family events and field trips, including the Kindergarten Family Breakfast and the Grade 5 snow tubing field trip, add to the sense of connection and fun that makes this time of year so special.

Upcoming Dates and Events

NOW – February 13: Winter NWEA Assessments
NOW – February 13: One School / One Author: Kate DiCamillo
February 2–13: Great Falls Read-A-Thon
February 3 and 4: Great Falls Career Fair
February 4: World Read Aloud Day
February 5: School Counselor Appreciation Day
February 11: Great Falls Students Presenting at the School Committee
February 12: Kindergarten Family Breakfast; Grade 5 Snow Tubing Field Trip
February 14–22: Winter Break (No School)

Thank you for your continued partnership and support. We are grateful to share such a vibrant, engaged school community and look forward to a wonderful month ahead.

Warmly,
Becky Fortier and Deanna Etienne
Great Falls Administrators

Dear Great Falls Families,

We hope you enjoyed a restful, joyful winter break filled with time to recharge and reconnect. On behalf of the entire Great Falls staff, we are excited to welcome our students and families back as we begin a busy and meaningful stretch of learning together.

January and February bring many opportunities for academic growth, celebration, and community connection. We are grateful for your continued partnership and support as we move through the winter months. Below are some important upcoming dates to help with planning:

January 5 – February 13: Winter NWEA Assessments

January 6: Grade 3 CogAT Assessment

January 21: Early Release Day

January 22: Grade 5 Family Breakfast; Elementary Chorus Concert

February 3 and February 4: Elementary Career Fair

February 4: World Read Aloud Day

February 5: Counselor Appreciation Day

February 11: Early Release Day; Great Falls students presenting at the School Committee Meeting at 7:00 p.m.

We look forward to welcoming families into the building for special events and celebrating our students’ learning, creativity, and leadership. As always, please be sure to check the Great Falls website for updates and additional details as events approach.

Thank you for your ongoing support, kindness, and collaboration. We are so happy to have our Great Falls community back together and look forward to a wonderful start to 2026.

With gratitude,
Becky Fortier and Deanna Etienne
Great Falls Elementary School Administrators