November reminds us to be grateful for the little things. 🍂🧡 This month we focused on all that we are thankful for. We enjoyed adding texture to our Cups of Gratitude, creating our feathered Hand Turkeys and drawing our beautiful oil pastel Acorns! 🦃
The day has finally arrived… and no, not the start of Thanksgiving break tomorrow afternoon (although we’re pretty excited about that too 😄).
It’s School-Wide 6 7 Day! 🎉🦊
The one magical day of the year when our students can go ALL OUT with their 6 7 energy—and not get in trouble for the hype! Today is all about fun, laughter, and a whole lot of school spirit.
We’ve even hidden 67 tiny foxes all around the building for students to find. Yes… 67. No… we will probably still find stray foxes in June. 😅
So make sure your kiddo comes in their BEST 6 7 outfit and remind them to keep their eyes peeled—those foxes mean prizes at the end of the day!
Let the hunt (and the fun) begin! 🦊✨
It’s School-Wide 6 7 Day! 🎉🦊
The one magical day of the year when our students can go ALL OUT with their 6 7 energy—and not get in trouble for the hype! Today is all about fun, laughter, and a whole lot of school spirit.
We’ve even hidden 67 tiny foxes all around the building for students to find. Yes… 67. No… we will probably still find stray foxes in June. 😅
So make sure your kiddo comes in their BEST 6 7 outfit and remind them to keep their eyes peeled—those foxes mean prizes at the end of the day!
Let the hunt (and the fun) begin! 🦊✨
Well… that’s Texas weather for you! We prepare for a downpour, brace ourselves, line up the umbrellas… and then it doesn’t rain. Not. One. Drop. But hey—we’re just thankful it didn’t decide to open up on us during dismissal!
With that said, we have to make the call early enough so parents can plan. Once we switch to rainy-day dismissal, we can’t undo it just because the weather decides to behave at the last minute. Believe me, we tried that last year—and it didn't go well. Never again.
We still managed to dismiss everyone in a reasonable amount of time, and we appreciate your patience—and a big thank you to the parents who followed the procedures. Getting 470 students out safely and efficiently is a major operation, and your cooperation makes all the difference.
Thanks for rolling with the “surprise… no rain!” Texas weather with us!
With that said, we have to make the call early enough so parents can plan. Once we switch to rainy-day dismissal, we can’t undo it just because the weather decides to behave at the last minute. Believe me, we tried that last year—and it didn't go well. Never again.
We still managed to dismiss everyone in a reasonable amount of time, and we appreciate your patience—and a big thank you to the parents who followed the procedures. Getting 470 students out safely and efficiently is a major operation, and your cooperation makes all the difference.
Thanks for rolling with the “surprise… no rain!” Texas weather with us!
Heavy Rain Dismissal Change
Due to the predicted heavy rain at dismissal, we will follow our alternate severe-weather procedures today.
Severe Weather & Lightning Protocol
We will not release walkers, bike riders, or walk-up parents at dismissal.
All students must be picked up through the designated car lines.
Car Line Locations
PreK–1st grade and their older siblings: Front car line
2nd–4th grade: Back car line
With 470 students and only two safe exit points during wet and muddy conditions, using the car lines ensures a smooth and safe dismissal for everyone.
If you have an emergency and cannot pick up your walker or bike rider through the car line, please contact the front office.
Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.
🌧 Lunch on the Lawn Update 🌧
Due to the significant amount of rain we’ve already received — and even more in the forecast — Lunch on the Lawn is cancelled for tomorrow. Our soccer field is already soaked and muddy, and conditions won’t improve in time.
This event will not be rescheduled.
Kindergarten and DSC will still hold their Thanksgiving feasts, and parents are welcome to attend as planned.
Thank you for your understanding, and stay dry! 🧡🍂
Due to the significant amount of rain we’ve already received — and even more in the forecast — Lunch on the Lawn is cancelled for tomorrow. Our soccer field is already soaked and muddy, and conditions won’t improve in time.
This event will not be rescheduled.
Kindergarten and DSC will still hold their Thanksgiving feasts, and parents are welcome to attend as planned.
Thank you for your understanding, and stay dry! 🧡🍂
Mrs. Bailey, Stout and Cummings' 4th graders are having lots of fun comparing and ordering decimals this week. We compared prices in grocery ads today. It's was so fun!
Students in Mrs. Briscoe and Mrs. Westmoreland's classes are working on real life application with comparing prices as they practice understanding decimals.
Lunch on the Lawn November 21st – RSVP Instructions
RSVP Cut Off: Wednesday- November 19th @ 12:00 PM
SMORE with RSVP links: https://secure.smore.com/n/8tyfd
RSVP Cut Off: Wednesday- November 19th @ 12:00 PM
SMORE with RSVP links: https://secure.smore.com/n/8tyfd
Griffis Week at a Glance:
November 17-21
November Smore: https://secure.smore.com/n/tgzhd
Lunch on the Lawn RSVP instruction in the SMORE
November 17-21
November Smore: https://secure.smore.com/n/tgzhd
Lunch on the Lawn RSVP instruction in the SMORE
Kona Ice is on Friday. You can prepay here:
https://customer.kona-ice.com/#/K373X5069899
https://customer.kona-ice.com/#/K373X5069899
Lunch on the Lawn November 21st – RSVP Instructions
RSVP Cut Off: Wednesday- November 19th @ 12:00 PM
SMORE with RSVP links: https://secure.smore.com/n/8tyfd
This year, with our new Raptor Safe Event program, we had to get a little creative to keep our Lunch on the Lawn running smoothly!
In the past, our Google Forms allowed us to sort RSVPs by teachers and students, which helped us easily coordinate when students should come out to lunch with their visitors. However, our new Raptor system does not allow us to make those same changes to the RSVP form.
To stay organized, we’ve created a separate RSVP link for each homeroom teacher. This will help us prepare accurate lists for teachers and ensure a smooth check-in process on the day of the event.
Here’s what you need to do:
Go to our Smore newsletter and find your child’s homeroom teacher’s name.
Click the link under their name to RSVP for Lunch on the Lawn.
You will need to RSVP for each child you plan to eat with.
On the day of the event, you’ll only need to scan one QR code when you arrive.
RSVP forms will close at 12:00 p.m. on Wednesday so we can finalize our lists for teachers.
Didn’t RSVP in advance?
No problem — you can still attend! You’ll just need to check in at the front office, which may take a little longer while we get your student to you.
RSVP Cut Off: Wednesday- November 19th @ 12:00 PM
SMORE with RSVP links: https://secure.smore.com/n/8tyfd
This year, with our new Raptor Safe Event program, we had to get a little creative to keep our Lunch on the Lawn running smoothly!
In the past, our Google Forms allowed us to sort RSVPs by teachers and students, which helped us easily coordinate when students should come out to lunch with their visitors. However, our new Raptor system does not allow us to make those same changes to the RSVP form.
To stay organized, we’ve created a separate RSVP link for each homeroom teacher. This will help us prepare accurate lists for teachers and ensure a smooth check-in process on the day of the event.
Here’s what you need to do:
Go to our Smore newsletter and find your child’s homeroom teacher’s name.
Click the link under their name to RSVP for Lunch on the Lawn.
You will need to RSVP for each child you plan to eat with.
On the day of the event, you’ll only need to scan one QR code when you arrive.
RSVP forms will close at 12:00 p.m. on Wednesday so we can finalize our lists for teachers.
Didn’t RSVP in advance?
No problem — you can still attend! You’ll just need to check in at the front office, which may take a little longer while we get your student to you.
Last chance to order your Griffis UIL shirts. The online store closes tomorrow at 9:00 a.m. Don't miss a chance to purchase your shirt!
📢📢Only THREE more days to purchase a yearbook before the price increases! 📢📢
After Friday, 11/14, the price goes up!
Use the following link to purchase your 25-26 Griffis yearbook now.
https://jostensyearbooks.com/?REF=A02184354
After Friday, 11/14, the price goes up!
Use the following link to purchase your 25-26 Griffis yearbook now.
https://jostensyearbooks.com/?REF=A02184354
Mrs. Willhoit's and Mrs. Poteet's classes played a little Review Basketball today to prepare for our big test coming up! 3rd grade has some basketball stars🤩🏀
With respect, honor, and gratitude, thank you to all who have served. We Love our Veterans! 🇺🇸
This is the final week to sign up for the Caddo Mills Christmas Assistance Program.
If your family could use a little extra help this holiday season, we want to be there for you ,but please remember, the form closes November 14th.
Let’s make sure every child in our community experiences a joyful Christmas!
https://forms.gle/ArAky1Va3DgCnzq79
If your family could use a little extra help this holiday season, we want to be there for you ,but please remember, the form closes November 14th.
Let’s make sure every child in our community experiences a joyful Christmas!
https://forms.gle/ArAky1Va3DgCnzq79
Griffis Week at a Glance: November 10-14
November SMORE: https://secure.smore.com/n/tgzhd
Who are you GRATEFUL for form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfF-KVZ15jFTjp0fmVTvZyI6EhxGfosO1k_L0IjMgIw3AZ7CA/viewform
November SMORE: https://secure.smore.com/n/tgzhd
Who are you GRATEFUL for form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfF-KVZ15jFTjp0fmVTvZyI6EhxGfosO1k_L0IjMgIw3AZ7CA/viewform
Who are you thankful for @ Griffis?
We know you have a teacher, custodian, paraprofessional, or a member of the office that you are grateful for. Let's let them know!! We love doing this activity for our staff members in the month of November. One of our Capturing Kids' Heart focus is AFFIRMATIONS. We want our teachers to hear affirmations from parents and families also. A kind statement can go a long way. One of my favorite things to see in the classrooms is affirmations notes from staff members, students and parents visible near their desk. It is a reminder that is needed on those hard days. We will print these out for our teachers and share them for them to have. I promise you, it will brighten their day, week and month!
Fill out the form below:
https://forms.gle/YNTnjqFHTSziDCXK6
We know you have a teacher, custodian, paraprofessional, or a member of the office that you are grateful for. Let's let them know!! We love doing this activity for our staff members in the month of November. One of our Capturing Kids' Heart focus is AFFIRMATIONS. We want our teachers to hear affirmations from parents and families also. A kind statement can go a long way. One of my favorite things to see in the classrooms is affirmations notes from staff members, students and parents visible near their desk. It is a reminder that is needed on those hard days. We will print these out for our teachers and share them for them to have. I promise you, it will brighten their day, week and month!
Fill out the form below:
https://forms.gle/YNTnjqFHTSziDCXK6
GT students explored the science of flight through a bat-themed engineering challenge.🦇🦇
Their challenge: design and build wings for a paper bat that could really take flight. Some bats soared, some flopped, but everyone had fun experimenting! ✈️
Their challenge: design and build wings for a paper bat that could really take flight. Some bats soared, some flopped, but everyone had fun experimenting! ✈️
📢Did you miss out during the first sale?📢
Now is your chance to purchase your 25-26 Griffis yearbook!
The price will increase after 11/14! 💲💲
Use the following link to purchase online.
https://jostensyearbooks.com/?REF=A02184354
