Dear Gibson Families,

A big thank you to everyone who came out to support the PAC at Friday’s movie night. It was such a joy to see families gathering together and children enjoying a fun evening with their friends. Events like this remind us how special it is when our school community comes together to celebrate and support one another.

We are especially grateful to our PAC for the many hours they put into organizing this event. Their hard work, creativity, and commitment make a real difference, and we deeply appreciate all they do to make Gibson a better place for our students and families.

Thank you as well for the many ways you support your children each day, both at home and at school. We know how much time, energy, and love goes into raising and supporting your kids, and we are grateful to partner with you in that journey.

Wishing you all a happy and restful weekend.

Diwali at Gibson

We are excited to recognize and acknowledge Diwali together at school on Monday, October 20!

Here are a few highlights of what’s planned:

• Dress with Joy: Students are encouraged to come dressed in whatever makes them feel happy and festive.

• Hallway of Lights: A special hallway display will be set up for classes to enjoy.

• Sharing and Learning: In the days leading up to Diwali, student leaders will visit classrooms to share about the holiday, and we’ll also have daily announcements with fun facts and celebrations.

• Gym Access: The gym will be open at recess and lunch for students who want a safe space to enjoy their special clothing without worrying about it getting dirty.

We look forward to celebrating this important holiday as a school community and sharing in the joy and learning with all our students!

HALLOWEEN GUIDLINES

As Halloween approaches, I want to share a few reminders about costumes at school. We ask parents to help ensure that costumes are fun, safe, and respectful for everyone in our community.

Costumes that represent a culture, nationality, or group you do not belong to should not be worn. Similarly, costumes that make light of traumatic events or sensitive topics are not appropriate. This includes costumes related to mental health, sexual orientation, traumatic historical events, or COVID-19.

A few additional guidelines to keep in mind:

• Costumes should not be overly scary

• Toy weapons should be left at home

If you’re unsure whether a costume is suitable for school, please reach out to your child’s teacher. Thank you for your support in helping us make Halloween a positive experience for all students.

Parent-Teacher Conferences – Gibson Elementary

Parent-teacher conferences will be held on Wednesday, October 8 and Thursday, October 9, with early dismissal at 2:00 p.m. on both days.

• Wednesday, Oct 8: 2:10–6:00 p.m., in 10-minute slots

• Thursday, Oct 9: 2:10–4:00 p.m., in 10-minute slots

Kindergarten teachers will not be holding conferences this time, as they recently met with parents. For other grades, this is a chance for you to share information about your child with their teacher, as they are still getting to know their students.

Booking: Parent Connect is now open to book your appoitments.

Thank you for taking the time to connect with teachers and make these conferences meaningful for your child’s learning.

MONDAY, OCT 6

• Women’s History Month
• National Fire Prevention Week
• Mid-Autumn/Moon Festival

TUESDAY, OCT 7

• Women’s History Month
• National Fire Prevention Week
• Hot Lunch Oct Cut off
• PAC Meeting at 6pm

WEDNESDAY, OCT 8

• Women’s History Month
• National Fire Prevention Week
• Parent-Teacher Conferences (2:00pm dissmissal) 2:10 – 6:00

THURSDAY, OCT 9

• Women’s History Month
• National Fire Prevention Week
• Parent-Teacher Conferences (2:00pm dissmissal) 2:10 – 4:00

FRIDAY, OCT 10

• Women’s History Month
• National Fire Prevention Week
• World Mental Health Day

MONDAY, OCT 13

• Thanksgiving Day Holiday – No School

TUESDAY, OCT 14

• Women’s History Month

WEDNESDAY, OCT 15

• Women’s History Month

THURSDAY, OCT 16

• Women’s History Month

FRIDAY, OCT 17

• Women’s History Month
• PAC Hot Lunch