G.W. Carlson Parent Advisory Council
Welcome to Our Parent’s Corner
Safe Arrival Program
Please call the school if your child will be late, has an illness, or will be away from school for any period of time. Each day after attendance has been taken our school secretary will be phoning your home, if your child’s name turns up on the absentee report. If you have phoned in to report the absence of your child no phone call will be made.
Parent –Teacher Communication
Your child will receive three written Learning Updates during the year in December, March, and June. As well, two formal Parent-Teacher Interviews will occur. Exact dates will be communicated in a variety of ways, including email, classroom communication from the teacher, newsletter, and through the school Facebook page. Please remember, parents may arrange Parent-Teacher interviews at any time simply by phoning the school.
PAC
Parents and families play a key role in their child’s development. At G.W. Carlson Elementary we welcome and appreciate parent involvement in our school. As a parent, you are encouraged to join our PAC. The PAC (Parent Advisory Committee) meets once a month and is a great way to become involved. Our PAC organizes activities and special events that enrich our students’ school experience.
Our Parent Advisory Council (PAC) meets monthly with notice of meeting dates and times in our school newsletter, PAC Facebook page and the school Facebook page. If you are interested in any volunteering opportunities at the school, please contact the Principal, PAC President or your child’s teacher.
Why you should join G.W. Carlson PAC
- It’s good for your children! When parents are plugged into their school, kids do better.
- You’ll get connected! You’ll have opportunities to meet and interact with parents, teachers, and students. You’ll hear about and have input into important decisions.
- You’ll make a difference! By volunteering, you’ll use your valuable skills to create and foster the best educational environment possible for your children.
- It’s fun! You’ll connect with a group of people who are also concerned about creating a good learning environment for their children. You’ll have opportunities to plan and attend events.
- You’ll be a role model! Your children will see you supporting education for them and their peers.
- You’ll help raise funds! You’ll help plan and raise funds to improve the overall quality of the school.
- You matter and we are grateful for any level of help! Your ideas and opinions help improve the quality of education. We’re flexible and appreciate any help, any time, and in any amount.
PAC Meetings
Watch for meeting dates and times in school newsletter and on the PAC Facebook Page
Hot Lunch
Don’t have exact change? This online system will make ordering hot lunches easy. Sign in and pay online. Get an email receipt and reminders for lunch.
School Handbook
An overview of school policies, expectations, and procedures to answer common questions for families.
Bell Schedule
| 8:50 | Welcome Bell |
| 8:55 -11:30 | Instruction |
| 11:30 -12:00 | Lunch Recess |
| 12:00 – 12:30 | Lunch Eating |
| 12:30 – 2:00 | Instruction |
| 2:00 –2:15 | Recess |
| 2:15 – 3:14 | Instruction |
| 3:14 | Dismissal |