Garden City Public Schools will be celebrating American Education Week, November 16-20. 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 16, 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 Abe Hubert Elementary School at 8:15 a.m. to promote American Education Week and help kick off the week. It will also be “Kickoff Day”; wear your favorite football or soccer team’s gear.
Tuesday, November 17, 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. Staff will throw it back to your teenage style by wearing either high school or college attire.
Wednesday, November 18, 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 others to write a Thank You note to custodians, kitchen staff, secretaries, bus drivers, and all educational support staff. It is “Winter Wednesday”; wear your winter sweaters, scarves, beanies, etc.
Thursday, November 19, the GCEA recognizes that substitute educators play a vital role in the maintenance and continuity of daily education. They provide a critical link in the education of public schoolchildren by serving as a bridge to continued quality education. Sub out your usual style to mismatch by wearing different patterns/colors. The Crystal Apple Awards Banquet will be held in the evening at The Refinery Event Center. Outstanding Teachers from Finney County will be officially recognized. This event is sponsored by the Garden City Area Chamber of Commerce.
Friday, November 20, Wear Red in support of educators everywhere. The GCEA would like to recognize the impact all school staff have on our students and families. To show your support for public education and the difference educators make, wear red!