August 2025
Dear Sarah Smith Families,
Welcome to a new school year at Sarah Smith Elementary! We are excited to begin another year of learning, growth, and enrichment. Our team is looking forward to working with your children in ways that support their academic development and challenge them through engaging and meaningful experiences.
The first few weeks of school are especially important, as classroom teachers focus on getting to know their students, building a strong classroom community, and establishing essential routines. This foundation is key to a successful year ahead.
As part of our commitment to providing the best possible experience for our GATE (Gifted and Talented Education) students, we have a number of exciting updates and opportunities to share this fall. Please stay tuned for Google Meet links for the upcoming information sessions.
1. GATE Program Info Session for Existing Gifted Families
Date: Wednesday, August 13, 2025
Time: 6:00 PM (via Google Meet)
Join us to learn more about this year’s GATE program, meet your child’s GATE Lead Teacher, and ask any questions you may have. This session is designed for families of students already identified as gifted.
2. Gifted Eligibility Information Session
Date: Monday, September 8, 2025
Time: 6:00 PM (via Google Meet)
This session is for families interested in learning more about the gifted program, including the referral process, screening, testing, and eligibility criteria. We encourage all families considering a referral to attend.
We look forward to connecting with both our returning and prospective GATE families. Here’s to a fantastic 2025–2026 school year!
Warm regards,
The Sarah Smith GATE Team