Garden City Public Schools will be celebrating American Education Week, November 17-21. American Education Week helps to raise public awareness of the importance of education. During this week the district celebrates great schools and the partnerships between teachers, support staff, students, parents, and the community.
Garden City Public Schools is committed to providing the highest quality education to all students. Helping children be successful in school is the goal of all educators and parents.
Garden City Public Schools will be celebrating with various activities throughout the week, recognizing the exemplary education provided by Garden City Public Schools.
American Education Week Schedule:
Monday, November 17, Garden City Public Schools Foundation Day. The Garden City Public Schools Foundation Grant Squad will award mini-grants to teachers around the school district.
The Garden City Education Association (GCEA) also has plans during the week. On Monday the GCEA will have the Mayor of Garden City read a proclamation at Garden City High School at 8:15 a.m. to promote American Education Week to help kick-off the week. It will also be “Healthy Mind and Body Day”. Wear school appropriate workout clothes/tennis shoes to promote a healthy lifestyle for a healthy mind.
Tuesday, November 18, Thank an Educator Day. This postcard activity allows students around the district to thank an educator. The GCEA is inviting parents and other community members to spend an hour or two with their students in class. It will be “Twinning Together Day”. Wear matching closes with another educator or student.
Wednesday, November 19, Healthy Snack Day. School board members and district administration will deliver healthy snack baskets across the district. The GCEA will encourage all students, community members and other to write a Thank You note to custodians, kitchen staff, secretaries, bus riders and all educational support staff. It is also crazy socks day.
Thursday, November 20, Wear Red for Ed Day. GCEA would like to recognize the impact all school staff has on our students and families. To show your support for public education and the difference educators make, wear red! Red for Ed: Supporting all educators who help students thrive! The Crystal Apple Awards Banquet will be held in the evening at the Clarion Inn. Outstanding teachers from Finney County will be officially recognized. This event is sponsored by the Garden City Area Chamber of Commerce.
Friday, November 21, Flannel Day! Wear Flannel in support of substitute educators everywhere. Substitutes fulfill a vital role in public education, and often have to fill in many different ways.