Congratulations to our many ELL Students on their accomplishments in language development this year! Students celebrated their bilingual abilities with a snowcone party.
Congratulations to 5th Grade Teachers, Mr. Mike Sommer, who is our Totally Terrific Teacher this week. A special thank you to Mrs. Rios and @Southernelle for their generous donation of scented candles to reward our teachers.
Our PRIDE teacher and Staff members are voted on monthy by their coworkers. This Months winners are Brandie Kelly and Scott Grenauer.
Next week on March 3rd Wednesday Special Olympics will be sponsoring the R-Word booth. The booth is titled “Roll with Inclusion.” Students are invited to come by and take the pledge to “Roll with Inclusion, Inclusion can change the world!” Special Olympian athletes will be asking everyone to take the pledge, sign the pledge, and giving out a special treat (Tootsie Rolls).
Congratulations to all of the 4th and 5th grade Gerald Adams students who competed in the Monroe County Regional STEM Fair this year. Students who placed at our school STEM Fair went on to compete in the Regional STEM fair. We are very proud of all of our students and their hard work in preparing for the virtual STEM fair this year. We had 4 Gerald Adams projects place in their specific categories at the Regional STEM fair.
Animal Science: 3rd Place - Faith Crump – 5th Grade:
Project: Rabbit Jumps
Behavioral Science: 3rd Place – Jalynn Barreto and Anaiya Marius- 5th Grade
Project: Do boys or girls say hi more.
Earth and Environmental Science: 2nd Place – Ava Estevez – 5th Grade
Project: Durability of Decomposing Straws
Intelligent Machines, Robotics and Systems: 2nd Place - Liana Brown – 4th Grade
Project: Junkbot
Congratulations to Mrs. O'Connell, our Totally Terrific Teacher!
Valentine’s Day photo
February 9-11
$5
All forms must be turned in & all online orders must be completed by 2/16.
Please make sure all checks are made out to Gerald Adams not the fundraising company.
The class with the most cup sales will get a party of their choice!
Apply NOW to reserve your child’s no cost, FREE exam and eyeglasses!
Parents of Virtual students can schedule appointments to attend.
APPLY AT: https://mobile.floridaheiken.org/
¡Solicite AHORA para reservar el examen y los anteojos sin costo, gratuito para su hijo! Los padres de los estudiantes virtuales pueden programar citas para asistir
APLICAR A: https://mobile.floridaheiken.org/
Reaplike KOUNYE A pou rezève pitit ou a pa gen okenn egzamen pri ak linèt gratis!
Paran elèv Virtual yo ka pran randevou pou patisipe.
APLIKE NAN: https://mobile.floridaheiken.org/
Thank you KAte Baldwin and friends for your generous donation of wrapped gifts for our students!
GEA wuld like to thank Winn Dixie for their generous donation of a cake to our teacher and staff luncheon.
Congratulations to our Totally Terrific Teacher, Mrs. Greenan-Baker! A special thank you to Southern Elle Candles for their donation to teachers.
Students can take Grinchy Photos for $5.00 from 12/9-12/14. All proceedes bennefit our PBIS Program.
Plesae take a moment to complete the Title I Survey for a chance to win prizes, books, passes and more!
If your family is in need of support, especially during this Holiday Season please reach out to any of the organizations below.
FL Keys Food Pantry Information
Sister Season Fund has $1000 for qualifying families: https://www.sisterseason.com/
Applications for financial support through FKOC and United Way are via the following link: https://www.keysunitedway.org/communityresourceguide and www.keyshelo.org
Catholic Charities has funding for a variety of covid and non-covid related needs: https://www.rentassistance.us/li/catholic_charities_of_monday_county_lower_keys_financial_assistance
Fifth grade would like to say thank you to Eagles and Anchors of Sector Key West for adopting all of our classrooms for the 2020-2021 school year! Their donations will be used to supplement educational materials and provide incentives for the students.
Due to Health Department and CDC guidelines, and parent concerns, we will not begin the in person 21st CCLC program on November 30th. School and program administration are closely monitoring case rates within the community and will reassess the start of the in person program in two weeks. All students who have turned in an application will have a spot in the program once it begins and parents will be notified of any planned start dates. For additional information, please contact Elizabeth Hogan at 305-293-1400 Ext 53370
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Gerald Adams is grateful to Amy Harper and the Keys to be the Change MORE Program. Their partnership with Monroe County School District has allowed the KTBTC MORE Coordinator, Amy Harper, to serve over 25 students this year. We cannot wait for the day that our adult and youth leader volunteers are able to return to mentoring. Upon completion of each book, students will take it home to share with their siblings while creating a home library.
GAE would like to thanks the Key West Rotary for their generous support for our families during Thanksgiving.
GAE would like to thank Key West United Methodist Church "Old Stone" for supporting our families during Thanksgiving.
Gerald Adams would lik to thank Southern Ell Candles for their support of our Teachers. Southern Ell has donated candles to provide to teachers to recognize their hard work, especially during these challenging times. Mrs. Jones was recognized as our shcool first Totally Terrific Teacher. Mrs. Jones works hard every day to ensure that her students and co workers are prepared and set up for success. Thank you for being so Terrific Mrs. Jones! And thank you @Southernell
On Friday, students joined our Special Olympics Team and students form MRs. Shanle and Mrs Warden's classes to Pledge to treat everone with Respect. Students set up a booth ito promote Creating a World Of Respect. They encourage everyone to do intentional acts of kindness, acceptance, and inclusion. For example: Being Kind, Using words that help not hurt, Giving Hope, Including Others, Showing Respect, Building Others Up, and Being Supportive. They hung posters posted around school to encourage these acts of kindness.
Parents, please CLICK HERE for instructions on how to create your own Parent Portal Account. Moving forward, this will be where you will access your child's report card, monitor their grades and communicate with their teacher.
Teacher(s) of the Month- Mrs. Jones (Kindergarten) and Ms. LAckey (4th Grade)
Staff of the Month- Mrs. Record
GAE would like to thank our Key West Winn Dixie for their generous donation of a beautiful cake to show appreciation to our hard working teachers! It was delicious!
The students in Ms. Gaetano, Mrs. Hall, and Mrs. Taylor’s class have been learning about leaders and reporting the news in Social Studies. They were eager to interview our new leaders at GAE, Dr. Sheer and Mrs. Holmes. They want to thank them for taking time out of their busy day to give these “reporters” this wonderful opportunity.
Reading Scholarship Accounts - available for students in grades 3 through 5.
Parents of students who meet requirements may apply using the attached form by going to the Step Up For Students website. Parents who have additional questions may email reading@sufs.org, or call 877-735-7837.
Thank you for your attention to this matter. If you have questions related to this requirement, please contact Kate Goff. She can be reached by email at kate.goff@fldoe.org or by telephone at 850-245-0502.
The Florida Department of Health- Monroe is offering flu vaccines for all Monroe County School District students ages 5-18 at a “DRIVE THRU” event. There is never an out of pocket cost for children’s vaccines. *If you have insurance that covers vaccines we may bill for those.*
This event will be a “DRIVE THRU” event. You will NOT get out of your car. You will drive up and the vaccine will be administered to your child while they are in your vehicle.
**Everyone in the vehicle will be REQUIRED to wear a mask.
WHERE: College of the Florida Keys (formerly FL Keys Comm. College) on Stock Island
WHEN: Saturday, October 3rd. Hours will be from 9:00 AM –12:00 PM *SEE SCHEDULE BELOW*
***LAST NAME STARTS WITH: ABCDEFGH come from 9A-10A
***LAST NAME STARTS WITH: IJKLMNOP come from 10A-11A
***LAST NAME STARTS WITH: QRSTUVWXYZ come from 11A to noon
*** If you are not able to come at your designated time slot listed above, come anytime.
REGISTRATION FORM: Fill out and bring COPY with you to the “DRIVE THRU” CLICK HERE
VIS: Review the Vaccine Information Statement sheet (you do not need to print or sign)
If you are planning to attend, you MUST contact your school health clinic to give your information and we can plan for you.*numbers listed below OR for schools without a nurse, Dana Portillo, RN (email below)
Gerald Adams Elementary 305-293-1609 x 5130
OR
Dana.Portillo@keysschools.com
We look forward to helping you keep your child healthy during the upcoming FLU season!!
Yours in Health,
Dana Portillo, RN, BA
FDOH/MCSD School Health Coordinator
For questions, Please contact:
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Dana Portillo, RNC, BA FDOH-Monroe School Health Coordinator Monroe County School District FDOH-Monroe School Based Dental Sealant Program Manager Florida Department of Health in Monroe County | Dana.Portillo@flhealth.gov | Dana.Portillo@keysschools.com Phone#: 305-587-7703; Fax available upon request N8ZWO |
To all of our Safer Smarter Kids in the Florida Keys – here’s a very special back-to-school message just for you from our Safer Smarter friends, Lauren and Buddy.
Click the link to listen and sing along.
Beryl Morgan
Director of Federal Programs
Monroe County School District
(305)293-1400 ext. 53368
beryl.morgan@keysschools.com
Courtney Walker
Interim State Coordinator
Homeless Education Program
(850)245 9946
courtney.walker@fldoe.org
GAE Community,
With the recent announcement of MCSD schools opening virtually, we wanted to let you know that we have been preparing for this possibility for months and we are ready to launch! While nothing can compare to having our students face-to-face learning in school, please be assured that our teachers have been researching, collaborating, and building their virtual platforms. We’ve learned a lot since March, and believe you will be pleased with the outcome. Here are a few things you can expect from us in the very near future:
At GAE, we’ve made it our personal mission to be the best at what we do. We are ready for virtual instruction. It is going to be fun, meaningful, and targeted. When the time comes for us to return to face-to-face instruction, we are ready to make a smooth transition with safety as the top priority.
See you soon!
-Your Dolphin Family
Link to message from Superintendent Axford:
https://mymcsd-fl.blogspot.com/
Parents/Guardians, the Free/Reduced School Meal Benefits Application is available at:
https://frapps.horizonsolana.com/MONC02
If you think that your children may qualify for meal benefits, NOW is the time to complete an application.
YOU ARE REQUIRED TO COMPLETE AN APPLICATION FOR ANY CHILDREN THAT MAY QUALIFY, REGARDLESS OF WHETHER THEY ATTEND SCHOOL IN PERSON OR PARTICIPATE VIA DISTANCE LEARNING.
Please note that an application needs to be completed EVERY YEAR. Your child’s meal benefit status from the 2019-2020 school year will carry over but WILL EXPIRE ON SEPTEMBER 24TH.
If you have any questions please contact the Food Services Student Eligibility Coordinator at (305) 293-1400 x 53356.
GAE Family and Friends,
In spite of the challenges we are all facing, I hope this message finds you and your family in good health and positive spirit. In March, as the country shut down, and schools turned to fully virtual instruction, you had to quickly learn to balance your children’s education with your own work responsibilities, and in some cases, search for a new job altogether. I speak for all of our teachers and support staff when I say that we’ve seen your efforts, we’ve felt your struggles, and we stand with you 100 percent. Your children are the reason we’re here, and we will stop at nothing to support you in supporting them.
I wish I could say that we’re going to resume normal operations in 2020-2021, and everything will function as it did before Spring Break, but we all know that’s simply not the case. When we do return to school, things are going to look quite different, but our commitment to you will remain as strong as ever. Many of our teachers have already returned to school to adjust lunch/recess schedules, rearrange classroom furniture to enable social distancing, and to find pre-emptive solutions for questions that are sure to arise. We don’t have all of the answers, but we are working diligently to prioritize health and safety for all students and staff.
If you have not already had a chance, please become familiar with the attached documents. The MCSD Back to School Task Force has created a comprehensive plan. It will answer a lot of your questions and will hopefully alleviate some concerns, while providing you with options for your child’s delivery of instruction. Our job at the school level is to take the plan and customize it to meet the unique needs of GAE.
The question on everyone’s mind is, “Will the school year start off with face-to-face instruction, or will we continue with virtual instruction?” The short answer is, Gerald Adams Elementary, and all of MCSD, will follow the guidance of the Health Department. If the Health Department tells us it is safe to return to school, we will do so with an abundance of caution. If they tell us that it’s too risky for students and staff to return, we are ready to deploy virtual instruction until it is safe.
On behalf of the entire GAE family, thank you for your partnership. We look forward to seeing you and your children in the near future. Stay safe.
Kyle Sheer
Principal
Gerald Adams Elementary School
The MCSD Summer Boost will be face to face on campus from July 13th-July 31s t from 9:00 AM-2:00 PM. Grab and go breakfast and lunches will be provided. The Bus Route schedule is posted below. Please see the attched flyer for information regarding handwashing, masks, and social distancing. Click here for English, Spanish, and Creole flyers.
After this week, from June 8th through July 31st MCSD will be providing meals Monday-Wednesday-Friday. Multiple meals will be provided on each pick up date (same number of meals, just fewer pick-ups).
Please join us at 12:00 pm to view the Graduation Ceremony for our graduates!
Click HERE for more information.
MONROE COUNTY, Fla. – Current Gerald Adams assistant principal, Dr. Kyle Sheer, has been chosen as the school’s next principal, according to Superintendent Mark Porter. Sheer, will take over for current principal Dr. Fran Herrin, who moves to the district’s Executive Director of Teaching and Learning role beginning 2020-2021 school year.
“Dr. Sheer has been a stellar educator in Monroe County for the past 12 years,” Porter said. “He is a natural leader, who encourages growth and development among his staff and students, alike. His exemplary work as GAE assistant principal, makes him the ideal candidate for the job.”
Sheer, an Ohio native, came to Monroe County in 2008, after five years as a reading teacher and literacy coach in Pinellas County. He holds Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees from Ohio University (Athens), as well as a Doctorate in Educational Leadership/ Higher Educational Leadership from Nova Southeastern University. Sheer spent his first five years in the Monroe County School District at Horace O’Bryant School as a middle school reading and American history teacher, also serving as a team leader and on the Building Level Planning Team (BLPT). Sheer’s devotion and commitment made him a student and staff favorite, earning him Teacher of the Year and KW Chamber of Commerce Teacher of the Quarter during his time at the school.
Sheer has spent the last six years as Gerald Adam’s assistant principal, where he is revered for his dedication, focus, and calm demeanor, while purposely ensuring that each individual student can learn and develop as a whole child. During his time at GAE, Sheer has played an important role in the planning and implementation of many of the school’s programs, such as the Positive Behavior Intervention Support (PBIS) program, which has earned the prestigious Gold Status since its inception and StoryBook Treasures, a non-profit literacy program that has put thousands of free books into students' homes. Sheer was also instrumental in the planning, construction, and transition to the new school building, which was awarded the Florida Education Facilities Planners Association (FEFPA) 1st place design.
The 2016-2017 MCSD Assistant Principal of the Year is praised by his staff for always encouraging and supporting teachers and staff to be the best educators they can possibly be.
“Dr. Sheer has been an asset to GAE since the day he started,” stated GAE teacher and BLPT member, Ashley Henriquez. “Each day he proves his dedication to the students and staff of GAE, through leadership, compassion, fairness, consistency, and a listening ear. His main vision and focus is always on what benefits our students.”
Veteran teacher, Katie Catena, has also worked with Sheer since he started at GAE and is excited that he will be the school’s new principal. “Dr. Sheer exhibits leadership skills that benefit the staff, parents, and students of Gerald Adams,” Catena said. “He embraces the cultural diversity that represents our school and will continue to be an invaluable asset as our principal.”
In addition to the support of his GAE students, parents and staff, Sheer has the glowing support of his principal and mentor, Dr. Fran Herrin, who is more than confident in handing him the reins. “I have had the pleasure of working with Dr. Sheer for six years. During this time, Kyle has made a true impact on Gerald Adams School,” Herrin stated. “He is caring, genuine and has a true love of students and our staff. He is passionate about learning and providing all students with the optimal opportunities for success. I am thrilled that Dr. Sheer will lead this amazing staff to continued success.”
Sheer and his wife Sarah, also a MCSD educator, have two children, Hudson (age 4) and Kennedy (age 2). He is honored to be selected as the new principal of the school where his children will start attending soon.
“I am excited to be entrusted to carry on the long, rich tradition of Gerald Adams. Whole-child education has been, and will always be, the cornerstone of our school,” Sheer said. “We have a powerful team of educators who share an appreciation of diversity and believe that their students’ potential is limitless. I consider myself lucky to be part of this school community.”
Theresa Axford, Executive Director of Teaching and Learning and incoming Superintendent has full confidence in Sheer’s ability to lead GAE. “Dr. Sheer has a true heart for teaching and learning,” Axford stated. “GAE will continue to flourish under his leadership.”
Congratulations to our PRIDE students of the week!
Who? Any child who will be 5 on or before Sept. 1
Where? Gerald Adams Elementary
5855 College Rd.
305-293-1609 ext. 51300
Tyresa.Butler@Keysschools.com
Required documents to register for Kindergarten:
Completed Kindergarten registration packets will be accepted the week of June 8 and throughout the summer.
Due to safety reasons, all registration forms must be submitted electronically to Tyresa.Butler@Keysschools.com We apologise for any inconvenience.
If you have further questions, please contact:
Tyresa Butler
(305) 293-1609 Ext.51300
CLICK HERE to buy your Gerald Adams Elementary 2019-2020 Yearbook. You will need you students last name and their student ID number (44+lunch number+0). Contact your child's teachers if your student does not know their ID number.
If you need further assistance, please click to access the PARENT INSTRUCTIONS for purchasing your yearbook.
Contact Rebecca Romito, our school Bookkeeper, if you have further questions at 305-293-1609 ext 51304
ATTENTION: PARENTS & GAURDIANS OF 21ST CCLC STUDENT’S
Please complete 2019-2020 End-of-Year Survey:
Adult Family Member of a Student Participating in the 21st CCLC Program
These surveys are available in English, Spanish, and Creole.
For the first question, Gerald Adams is school number 283 on the list.
For the best experience, we recommend using the latest version of your preferred browser. If you are experiencing difficulties accessing the stakeholders’ surveys, please email 21stREU@fldoe.org.
Be sure to follow the Literacy in Monroe County School District Facebook Page to stay up to date on all the great things going on in the Literacy world.
Congratulations to our PRIDE students! Keep up the great work!
Click the link below to access our school's Scholastic Store Online!
https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/bookfairs/cptoolkit/homepage.do?method=homepage&url=geraldadamselementaryschool1
Starting on Monday, May 4th and running until May 17th, you can go to this page and there will be a button that will say "Shop Now" and it will take you to the Scholastic Store Online, where you will be able to shop. Anything you buy will be mailed to your home, and if you spend $25.00, the shipping is FREE!
As long as you enter through the homepage, we will receive 25% of your purchase in Scholastic Dollars to buy books for the Media Center.
The School District is going to make sure that you can access the Scholastic Store from your Chromebooks...but it may take a little while on Monday to make that happen.
This won't be as much fun as the real Book Fair, but I wanted you to be able to see new books and maybe stock up on a few for summer reading. I'll include a link to the new Book Fair paper here:
https://bookfairsfiles.scholastic.com/flippingbooks/S20-premium-booklist-2/S20-premium-booklist-2.html
Enjoy Browsing!
It is normal to feel sad, mad, or worried during these times. If you feel like completely giving up or are having thoughts of suicide, get help. Stay in touch with family and friends, find a support network, and talk with a trusted adult. Getting involved with others can help. For more information, talk to your school counselor. Mental health matters. You matter.
On Wednesday, April 22, Islamorada Mayor Mike Forster, owner of Mangrove Mike’s will be providing free hot meals in Key West from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. at the Douglass Gym on Olivia Street.
Since March 20th, Mangrove Mike’s Endeavors has provided hot lunches for thousands of people in Islamorada and Marathon. Last week, with the help of many volunteers, he provided over 700 hot meals to Key West residents.
People can drive through or walk up, so long as they maintain proper physical distances. All meals will be bagged and ready to go. The hot meals include a protein, starch, vegetable, salad and a sweet treat.
For more information about these efforts to feed those in need, go to www.mangrovemikesendeavors.com
MCSD Safety and Security Director, Jason Brown, has shared resources for parents to keep their kids safe online.
Gerald Adams Elementary, and all other MCSD schools will remain closed through the end of the school year. Students will continue online learning at home. Our teachers and staff are working very hard to ensure that our time apart runs smoothly for students and families. Please do not hesistate to reach out to any of our GAE staff if your family needs anything.
Feelingstressedoranxious? Feelingsociallyisolated? About to lose your mind with home instruction? Need a safe place to vent or simply connect with others?
Join us for a weekly virtual support group via Google Meet.
If interested, send an email to erin.williams@keysschools.com
Monroe County Public School's Head Start program is a federal grant program under the Monroe County School District. The district encompasses over 100 miles of island with 4 sites from Key Largo to Key West. Head Start offers free preschool for income eligible children and a percentage of children with disabilities to prepare them for Kindergarten and school success.
Children who attend Head Start participate in school-readiness curriculum that includes literacy, language, science, mathematics, and social-emotional development. They also receive medical and dental services, have healthy meals and enjoy playing safely indoors and outdoors.
In addition to the educational services, family involvement is at the core of our success. Parents/Guardians are provided with the unique opportunity in Head Start to participate in the program and planning decision-making process. Each parent/guardian who has a child enrolled in the Head Start program is automatically a member of the parent committee group at the respective center. Parent/Guardians are also elected by their peers to serve on policy council.
Please click the following links for more information about application.
21st Century Community Learning Centers
Notice of Intent to Apply
TAPS 21B030 - Statewide
This letter is to serve as formal notice that Monroe County School District intends to enter into the 2020-2021 grant competition for 21st Century Community Learning Centers (CCLC).
The purpose of 21st Century Community Learning Centers is to provide opportunities during non-school hours for academic enrichment. These opportunities include tutorial services, homework help, youth development activities, nutrition and health education, drug and violence prevention programs, arts, music, physical fitness and wellness programs, technology education programs, financial literacy programs, environmental literacy programs, mathematics, science, and career and technical programs. 21st Century Community Learning Centers also provide opportunities for adult family members to participate in their child’s education by taking part in activities and information sessions.
Monroe County currently operates a 21st Century Community Learning Center program at Gerald Adam’s Elementary School, which is in its final program year. This Notice of Intent to Apply for the 2020-2021 grant competition would potentially launch a new program period and would continue to provide Gerald Adams students with additional academic opportunities.
Elizabeth Hogan
Federal Programs Project Coordinator
Monroe County School District
Key West, FL
AHEC has updated their school AHEC clinic locations and information. Additionally they are going to begin Telehealth Services. Now patients may stay at home and have their health visit conducted via our HIPAA compliant video system. Keys AHEC Health Centers is now offering Telehealth Medical Visits right from your Home. Student and current patients may call Keys AHEC at 305 743 7111 ext. 210 to schedule a visit from Home.
Our goal is to keep all of you safe while providing the health care you need. Telehealth visits may be done from your computer or smartphone. Call Jennifer today to schedule your appointment. All the same protocols remain in place for onsite visits where patients will be assessed for COVID 19 prior to ever entering the bldg. Our goal is to keep everyone safe and healthy.
All students will begin virtual instruction on Wednesday, April 1, 2020. Gerald Adams Elementary will begin Chromebook distribution for students who do not have access to a device will begin on Thursday in front of the school. A parent must be present to pick up and sign for a chromebook at that time. Device pick up will continue on the following days:
Thursday March 26th: 11-2
Friday March 27th: 9-12 AND 1-3
Monday March 30th: 10-12
Tuesday March 31st: 1-3
Wednesday April 1st: 9-12
Todos los estudiantes comenzarán la instrucción virtual el miércoles 1 de abril de 2020. Gerald Adams Elementary comenzará la distribución de Chromebook para los estudiantes que no tengan acceso a un dispositivo comenzará el jueves frente a la escuela. Un padre debe estar presente para recoger y firmar un chromebook en ese momento. La recogida del dispositivo continuará los siguientes días:
Thursday March 26th: 11-2
Friday March 27th: 9-12 AND 1-3
Monday March 30th: 10-12
Tuesday March 31st: 1-3
Wednesday April 1st: 9-12
Tout elèv yo ap kòmanse ansèyman vityèl nan Mèkredi 1ye avril 2020. Gerald Adams Elementary ap kòmanse distribisyon Chromebook pou elèv ki pa gen aksè a yon aparèy ki pral kòmanse nan Jedi devan lekòl la. Yon paran dwe prezan pou ranmase ak siyen pou yon chromebook nan moman sa a. Aparèy ranmase ap kontinye sou jou sa yo:
Thursday March 26th: 11-2
Friday March 27th: 9-12 AND 1-3
Monday March 30th: 10-12
Tuesday March 31st: 1-3
Wednesday April 1st: 9-12
Thursday March 26th: 11-2
Friday March 27th: 9-12 AND 1-3
Monday March 30th: 10-12
Tuesday March 31st: 1-3
Wednesday April 1st: 9-12
**Important- Please pull into the main pickup circle and remain in your car. A GAE staff member will come to your car with paperwork and the device.
Gerald Adams is proud of our GAE Dolphin Special Olympian athletes who competed in the Special Olympics Bocce Ball tournament. We are especially proud of 5th Grader, Joel, who wont first place and will be representing our school at the District 9 Championships at North Broward Preporatory School on March 21st! Way to go!
“Renew the Promise” – Flexible Spending for the Monroe County Schools – March 17, 2020: Since 2004 the voters of Monroe County have authorized the school board to levy .5 mils to be used for operating expenses. This authorization is required to be renewed every four years (2004, 2008, 2012, 2016, 2020). This referendum generates $1765 per student for ALL schools. We hope you find time during our Spring Break to VOTE to renew school funding.
Please see the calendar below for the many ways we will choose to celebrate our upcoming Literacy Week!
Dear Parent,
We are required to notify you of Reading Scholarship Accounts - available for students in grades 3 through 5 who are enrolled in a Florida public school and scored below a Level 3 on the grade 3 or grade 4 statewide, standardized English Language Arts assessment in the prior school year. Students who are enrolled in a program or receiving services to meet the needs of English Language Learners will receive priority.
Monroe County School District does not offer fee-based services or manage this program.
Please see this website for additional information.
https://www.stepupforstudents.org/for-parents/reading-scholarship/how-the-scholarship-works/
Contact Krystle Morrison at krystle.morrison@fldoe.org, if you have any questions regarding reading scholarships.
Querido padre,
El Distrito Escolar del Condado de Monroe tiene la obligación de notificarle una Cuenta de Lectura: disponible para estudiantes de tercer a quinto grado que están matriculados en una escuela pública en la Florida y tienen un nivel por debajo del nivel tres en el examen estatal del tercer o cuarto grado del año escolar anterior. Los estudiantes que están inscritos en un programa o reciben servicios para aprender inglés recibirán prioridad.
El Distrito Escolar del Condado de Monroe no ofrece servicios basados en honorarios ni administra este programa.
Por favor, consulte este sitio web para obtener información adicional.
https://www.stepupforstudents.org/for-parents/reading-scholarship/how-the-scholarship-works/
Para más información, póngase en contacto con: krystle.morrison@fldoe.org
Please click the following link to complete the 2018-2019 Title I Survey.
https://keysschools.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_9Yp0pagcI1vSxtH
The Holiday Store opens on Monday, December 9-13. If you would like your child to purchase gifts for family/friends, please send money inside the gift envelope provided by your child's Tuesday Envelope. Remember to write your childs name and the amount on the envelope.
Please join us on Thursday, November 21, 2019 at 6:00 PM as the 4th graders perform Rock and Roll is Here to Stay.
WHEN: Sunday, December 8th 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
WHERE: 5130 Overseas Hwy #1, Key West, FL 33040
Tell your server that you want to support Gerald Adams Music Program, and Hurricane Hole will donate 10% of your purchase to our music program. Donated funds will be used to purchase new instruments and music.
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Monday, September 23 |
Grades 2-5 assembly to kick off SWHW Students in club will greet other students at the doors to welcome them to Start With Hello Week..
Student Assembly 9:00: 2-3 9:45: 4-5
Wear YELLOW to kick a week full of sunshine. |
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Tuesday, September 24 |
Social Media Day A photo booth will be set up in the main area with a big poster with the word kind on it. Students will pose as the I in kind. “Be the I in kind.”
SWH Club will meet in Millender’s room at 7:45-8:15 for Start With Hello.
Make rocks with kind sayings on them and pass them out during lunch.
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Wednesday, September 25 |
Dad’s to School day
Donuts for Dad. Fathers and father figures are welcome to come to school to show the importance of community and being involved.
We will continue to take photos. Students will pose for the I in Kind.
Share a book with someone new in your class.
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Thursday, September 26 |
Name Chain
Each class will get yellow and green strips of paper. Students and staff will put their name on a strip. We will connect the chain together and hang it in the school to show how we are all connected as a community. . |
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Friday, September 27 |
Say Hello with a Book Make an individual or group poster modeling what “Start With Hello” should look like.
Read with someone new in class. |
Please join us for an evening of fun at GAE!
FREE popcorn, juice boxes, and snow cones!
Thursday, September 5th
6:00-7:30
If you feel your student(s) may qualify for either free or reduced priced meals, please go to www.keysschools.com and click on the "Free and Reduced Meal Application" tab on the left-hand side of the main page. This will direct you to the online application portal.
Students who qualified for free or reduced priced meals last year will lose their status on September 25th unless a new application is submitted and approved.
Parents/guardians can manage money on their students' accounts by going to the Food Services page on the website (under Resources-Parents) and click on the "Student Meal Payments" tab.
We are so excited to welcome our students back for the 2019-2020 school year! We look forward to seeing all of our families for these upcoming dates.
Kindergarten:
Kindergarten Supply List for Parents Who Do Not Wish to Donate
First Grade:
Second Grade:
Third Grade:
Fourth Grade:
Fifth Grade:
NOTE:
Oceanwalk will be the 1st stop on Route 3 in the morning and the last stop on Route 3 in the afternoon.
Approx. 7:30 in the morning and 2:54 in the afternoon
Please join us for this wonderful learning opportunity.
Positive Discipline for Kids
5/20/19-5:45 pm
Summer School/ESY Dates: June 10-July 3 (June 7th Teacher Planning Day)
3rd Grade: June 10-July 3
VPK: June 3-July 15
21st Century:
June 10-July 18
POI (VPK-5) (Including GAE, HOB K-5, and POI K-5 students) 8:15-2:15
Boost & EOC Boot Camp:
FSA/EOC Testing: TBA
Dates for boost: TBA
Transportation does not plan to transport VPK.
Please join us for an informational seesion as part of our Parent Engegement Night.
Topic: Tips for parents to help their child succeed
April 25th at 5:45 in the parent engagement room.
Attention 3rd-5th graders! Please join us for a review day to help prepare for the Math FSA on Saturday, May 4th from 9-1:00. Breakfast and Lunch will be provided. Permission slips are required. We hope to see you there!
April 22-26th in the Media Center
Give your student a secure, cash-free way to shop the fair. Simply create a free account, preauthorize a spending limit, and have funds immediately available.
Click here --> http://www.scholastic.com/bf/geraldadamselementaryschool
Parents and families, please take a moment to click the link and take a survey. We appreciate your feedback!
Title I Use of Funds: https://keysschools.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_0wXmoX60huIqFI9
Here at GAE, we are continually working to serve our students and families, please take moment to complete the Parent and Family Engagement survey by clicking the link below.
https://keysschools.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_3l2bEoFOxetMcr
2019 Gerald Adams Dolphins Special Olympics Bocce Players and Unified partners sponsored The Pledge to Respect Booth. They invited students to Pledge to Respect and then sign the Pledge Poster. They also held a drawing for PLEDGE TO RESPECT shirts and bracelets, along with a candy treat !
This program is sponsored by Project Unify. Project Unify is a sports and education program that partners students with and without disabilities to create a more inclusive school environment where students are able to work together, excel athletically and academically regardless of ability.
The PLEDGE TO RESPECT booth provided an opportunity to discuss with students the importance of respecting everyone as a unique individual, no matter what their differences (academic, athletic, and physical abilities) as well as race, color, or ethnicity.
Students did a great job helping to create a more socially inclusive school environment.
Congratulations to our 2019 Gerald Adams Dolphins Special Olympics Bocce Team! Our young athletes demontrate strength, perseverance, and sportsmanship both on and off the court.
Students are invited to participate in Read Across America February 25 th - March 1st. Please see the following schedule below to find out how your child's grade level plans to participate.
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Monday February 25 |
· Pre-k will decorate their doors · K-2 Crazy Socks · 3-Horton Hatches the Egg · 4-Hat Day · 5-Green Eggs and Green Clothes |
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Tuesday |
· Pre-k Crazy Socks · K-2 Hat Day · 3-Dr. Seuss Readers Theater · 4-Crazy Socks · 5– Book Tasting |
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Wednesday February 27 |
· Pre-k Zoo writing activity · K-Dr. Seuss Photo Booth · 2-Wacky hair and clothes · 3-Writing Activity · 4-Wear GREEN! · 5– Lorax Writing Activity |
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Thursday |
· Pre-k Hat/Crazy Hair day · K-1 The Lorax Writing Activity · 3-Readers Theaters · 4-Dress like twins · 5-Author Study |
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Friday March 1 |
· Pre-k-2 and 4th grade Pajama Day · 3-Perform Readers Theaters · 5– Readers Theatre |
January 30th is an early release day for teacher professional development. Please make arrangements, your child to be dismissed at 12:00. Daycare will be avaialble but there is no Century 21 on early release days.
Guess who's coming to our school.... Jenny's Penguin Patch Kids Holiday Shop! Kid-freindly priing from 25 cents to $12.00. Join in on the fun by signing up to volunteer. Please check your students Tuesday Envelope for more information!
Parents are encouraged to join us for a SAC meeting on Thursday December 13th at 5:30 pm in the Media Center. Many topics will be discussed including our big move to the new building and other upcoming events and important dates. We hope to see you there!
Stop Bullying on the Spot
When adults respond quickly and consistently to bullying behavior(s) they send the message that it is not acceptable. Research shows this can stop bullying behavior over time.
Parents, school staff, and other adults in the community can help kids prevent bullying by talking about it, building a safe school environment, and creating a community-wide bullying prevention strategies.
Here are some websites for strategies:
https://www.pacer.org/bullying/
http://character.org/key-topics/bullying-prevention/
At GAE we are doing the following in OCTOBER:
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| 7:25 | BERNSTEIN PARK * | 2:15 | VENETIAN/FLAGLER | |
| 7:30 | FISHBUSTERS (Mercy's Bakery)* | 2:25 | BERNSTEIN PARK * | |
| 7:33 | WEST MARINE * | 2:28 | FISHBUSTERS (Mercy's Bakery)* | |
| 7:40 | 6500 MALONEY * | 2:30 | WEST MARINE * | |
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| 7:20 | PORTER PLACE | 2:15 | PORTER PLACE | |
| 7:27 | WHITEHEAD PAST ANGELA | 2:20 | WHITEHEAD PAST ANGELA | |
| 7:29 | TRUMAN/EMMA | 2:23 | TRUMAN/EMMA | |
| 7:30 | DOUGLAS GYM* | 2:25 | DOUGLAS GYM* | |
| 7:38 | UNITED/PACKER * | 2:30 | UNITED/PACKER * | |
| 2:33 | BOYS & GIRLS CLUB | |||
| 2:48 | SIGSBEE/GILMORE * | |||
| 2:50 | SIGSBEE/SEAHORSE* | |||
| 3:00 | KENNEDY DR/SENIOR CITIZEN* | |||
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| 7:20 | SOLANA VILLAGE | 2:15 | SOLANA VILLAGE | |
| 7:23 | NORTHSIDE/16TH | 2:18 | NORTHSIDE/16TH | |
| 7:28 | 17TH/DUCK | 2:23 | 17TH/DUCK | |
| 7:30 | 15TH/DUCK | 2:26 | 15TH/DUCK | |
| 7:35 | 12TH/FLAGLER | 2:30 | 12TH/FLAGLER | |
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| 7:20 | 6TH/CROSS | 2:20 | 6TH/CROSS | |
| 7:22 | 10TH/CROSS | 2:22 | 10TH/CROSS | |
| 7:27 | CAYO DEL MAR APTS (Pink Apts) | 2:27 | CAYO DEL MAR APTS (Pink Apts) | |
| 7:29 | TEMPLE DAYCARE | 2:29 | TEMPLE DAYCARE | |
| 7:31 | LAUREL/2nd | 2:33 | LAUREL/2nd | |
| 7:35 | KEY HAVEN | 2:38 | KEY HAVEN | |
| 7:40 | GOLF COURSE | 2:43 | GOLF COURSE |
Dear Families,
Summer is a fun and exciting time for everyone to enjoy the outdoors, spend time with families and
friends and simply relax. It is also a perfect opportunity to encourage students to read!
Over the summer, many students experience the summer slide, which can rob them of gains they
made the previous school year. Children who do not read over the summer can lose more than two
months of reading achievement. Unfortunately, summer reading loss is cumulative.
Together, we can help your student avoid the summer slide! Did you know that your student has
access to myON, a personalized collection of more than 5,800 digital books to read over the
summer on computers, laptops and other devices anytime, anywhere? myON contains books for
every age, interest and reading level that will keep them engaged and learning all summer long!
To help encourage reading this summer, myON has created a national reading contest to motivate
kids to read and will reward top readers with cool prizes. The theme of this year’s contest is
Reading is a BLAST this summer with myON. Please encourage your student to read as much as
possible - they will be entered for a chance to win by reading 10 or more books!
Be sure to follow myON on Facebook (myONFanClub) and @myONreader for important updates
and special events during the summer. Go to https://support.myon.com/resources-tutorials/
overview to learn more about myON this summer.
We hope you enjoy the 2018 Reading is a BLAST with myON Summer Reading Program!
Happy reading!
The myON Team
Estimados educadores:
myON espera con ansias las lecturas de verano y sabemos que su planificación está en pleno
desarrollo.
Únase a nuestro Programa de Lectura de Verano 2018: ¡La lectura de verano es DIVERTIDÍSIMA
con myON! Juntos podemos fomentar la lectura en TODOS los estudiantes durante los meses de
verano.
Nuestros objetivos para el Programa de Lectura de Verano 2018:
leyendo dondequiera que vayan este verano.
elegir el contenido y la motivación para leer a través de nuestro concurso de lectura de
verano.
Eche un vistazo a nuestras herramientas de lectura veraniega que se pueden descargar de
Recursos para Educadores en su cuenta myON. Contiene recursos y plantillas para motivar a sus
alumnos a leer en myON este verano, así como también información sobre nuestro concurso
nacional de lectura de verano. ¡Comparta con nosotros sus experiencias positivas de lectura de
verano en @myONreader!
Atentamente,
El equipo de myON
P.D.: La Asociación Nacional de Aprendizaje de Verano (National Summer Learning Association,
NSLA) se ha asociado con los principales investigadores para brindar información y datos
importantes sobre el impacto de la lectura de verano. Este año, la NSLA ha designado el 12 de
julio de 2018 como el Día de Aprendizaje de Verano, que es un día nacional de apoyo liderado por
la Asociación Nacional de Aprendizaje de Verano para realzar la importancia de que los niños
sigan leyendo y estén seguros y saludables cada verano. Visite www.summerlearning.org para
más información.
George Mira Football Field (Trailer)
Tuesday, May 15, 2018 5:30pm-7:00pm
Wednesday, May 16, 2018 5:30pm-7:00pm
Thursday, May 17, 2018 5:30pm-7:00pm
Saturday, May 19, 2018 10:00am-2:00pm
Any questions please contact:
Peter Estevez at 305-684-9376 or Scott Estevez at 305-432-1851 or Michael Crespo at 305-712-0761
To complete registration a copy of your child’s birth certificate and a small color photo is required.
*** $30 will be refunded back to parents at the end of the season upon return of all football equipment, uniforms, etc. ***
Date: Thursday, May 3rd from 5:30 pm to 7:00 pm
The students have three works of art being displayed in the art show. Make sure to walk around the entire school to see all of the creative projects.
Two students will be chosen for the Artist of the Year. This award is given to students that have shown their love for art through their exemplary projects, work ethic, and creativity that they have shown throughout elementary school. They will receive a special art trophy and will get their artwork put on permanent display at GAE. This show will begin at 6;00 PM before the musical performance in the cafeteria.
Each student created a fantasy themed art project throughout the year. They used neon colors to create their artwork. For the art show, we gathered all of those art projects and transformed the stage to become a magical Fantasy Land installation. Come experience a new look on artwork!
Have you always wanted a pet? Well come make your very own Pet Rock! You get to use your creativity and design exactly how you want your pet rock to look like.
Bring your friends and family to take a memorable photo of the Art Extravaganza. Watch and see how the photograph turns into a painting by using a fun iPad App. Also there will be famous works of art throughout the ages that you can put your face in, snap a photo, and become a part of the masterpiece.
Help make a work of art for our new school! We will be creating a mural that will become a beautiful art piece for the new school in the future. Located in the Art Room.
In the art room there will be the new 3D printers creating 3 dimensional artwork using technology. A big THANK YOU to the CFFFK Community Foundation of the Florida Keys for awarding the art room the grant to purchase the 3D Printers for the students to use in the future!
There will be guest artists around the school creating artwork. This is a great way for the students to observe a professional artist at work.
There will be a Dinner to help fundraise for the Art Program. Come purchase a delicious meal and enjoy the GAE Choir sing. Located in the Cafeteria.
Grade 3
FSA ELA—April 24-25 (PBT)
FSA Math—May 14-May 18 (CBT)
Grade 4
FSA Writing—April 2-6 (PBT)
FSA ELA– April 30-May 4 (CBT)
FSA Math— May7-11 (CBT)
Grade 5
FSA Writing—April 2-6 (PBT)
FSA ELA– April 30-May 4 (CBT)
FSA Math— May7-11 (CBT)
NGSS Science May 14-18 (PBT)
Reminder: Bunny Pictures 3/26-3/28 (Mon., Tues. & Wed) 8:30-9:30 in the cafeteria. $5.00 Per picture.
On 3/7/18, Mrs. Warden's classroom will be setting up a Pledge to Respect Booth/ Poster in the main entrance hallway from 8:30 am to 11:00 am for grades K-2, grades 3-5 12:00 – 2:00. We are inviting students to Pledge to Respect/sign the poster, there will be a drawing for PLEDGE TO RESPECT shirts and bracelets, along with candy treat (a tootsie roll to “Roll to Respect.”) Please stop by and take the Pledge to Respect.
This program is sponsored by Project Unify. Project Unify is a sports and education program that partners students with and without disabilities to create a more inclusive school environment where students are able to work together, excel athletically and academically regardless of ability.
We encourage you before visiting the PLEDGE TO RESPECT booth to discuss with your students the importance of respecting everyone as a unique individual no matter what their differences (academic, athletic, and physical abilities) as well as race, color, or ethiniticity.
