It’s hard to believe we will soon be rounding out the month of September. We have had a very successful start to the new school year and I have certainly enjoyed connecting with the amazing students, staff, and families of our GS community.

I have also made time to visit many community events, activities and groups that are part of what makes GS so special- so many supports and resources that touch our students, staff, and families. We also appreciate the service and contributions of our GS School Board Team. They assisted in such a positive return to our school year and soon will be collaborating on future priorities, vision and mission work surrounding our work ahead.

A huge thanks to all that made our Homecoming Week so special!  Such collaboration and teaming that goes into great traditions and fun for our students, staff and entire community.

Our Viking Volunteers and Community Education teams have some amazing future student and staff activities planned for our school year and we appreciate the partnership they provide to us.

We have embraced our new School Resource Officer joining our school team and will be continuing to work together with our community safety teams to evaluate and improve our safety practices across our district, including updated training and supports for all students and staff. Student safety is paramount–and we are committed to increasing supports to ensure the mental and physical wellbeing of all students and staff.

A huge shout out to the amazing GS staff team- the quality teaching and learning, positive connections, successes and collaboration that have already been part of the first months of our school year is commendable!

Thank you for sharing your children with us- they truly are the best part of our days!

Lisa