Dear Great Falls Families,

What another wonderful week at Great Falls!  Our classrooms and hallways continue to be filled with learning, laughter, new friendships, and lots of opportunities for students to grow. It has been so exciting to watch our students settle into their routines, build connections with their teachers and classmates, and dive into the school year.

This week, our teachers also spent time learning and growing together during our Early Release professional development. Throughout this school year, our staff will continue to focus on providing engaging, high-quality learning experiences while creating classrooms where every child feels connected, supported, and ready to learn.

Here are a few upcoming dates and reminders for Great Falls families:

• Friday, September 18 – Our kindergarten students will have a special visit from Carlos the Courageous Crocodile!

• Tuesday, September 29, 5:00–6:30 p.m. – Great Falls Back-to-School Picnic! We hope you’ll join us for an evening of food trucks, music, face painting, playground fun, and time together as a school community.

• Thursday, October 8, 8:00–8:25 a.m. – Grade 1 Family Breakfast in the Great Falls cafeteria.

As we move further into the school year, please remember that our Great Falls website is a great place to find school information, upcoming events, announcements, and helpful resources:

https://greatfalls.gorhamschools.org/

Thank you for your continued partnership and for helping make Great Falls such a special community.  We are so grateful to work alongside our families in supporting our students. Connection truly is the heart of learning!

Have a wonderful weekend!

Becky Fortier
Principal, Great Falls Elementary School

 Dear Great Falls Families,

What a wonderful week at Great Falls School! As we move through the school year, we continue to be grateful for the energy, enthusiasm, and support our students and families bring to our school community each day.

Looking Back at Our Week 🌟This week was filled with learning, connection, and plenty of opportunities for our students to grow. From classroom learning and hands-on activities to time spent building friendships and being part of our school community, there is always something exciting happening at Great Falls. We are proud of the effort our students are putting into their learning and appreciate the partnership of our families in supporting them at home.

Looking Ahead 📅There is lots to look forward to in the coming weeks! Please keep an eye out for upcoming school activities, special events, classroom happenings, and important reminders. The school calendar can get busy, so we encourage all families to regularly check the Great Falls School website for the most up-to-date information.

🌐 Great Falls Website: https://greatfalls.gorhamschools.org/

The website is your go-to resource for:

• 📅 School calendar events and important dates

• 📣 School updates and announcements

• 🏫 Information about what is happening at Great Falls

• 🤝 Community events and resources

• 🔔 Important reminders for families

We encourage you to bookmark the website and check it regularly so you don't miss what is happening at school or in our community.

Thank you for being such an important part of the Great Falls community. Your partnership, encouragement, and support make a tremendous difference in the lives of our students. Have a wonderful weekend, and we look forward to another great week ahead!

Warmly,

Becky Fortier