May 2nd: Author, Lincoln Pierce Visit
May 3rd: Lunch Hero Appreciation Day
May 6th-10th: Teacher Appreciation Week
May 7th: Kids' Clubs #2
May 14th: Kids' Clubs #3
May 14th: Kindergarten Field Trip to Pineland
May 15th: Social Media Safety Night at Great Falls
May 16th: Great Falls Family Step-Up Night
May 16th and 17th: Grade 3 Field Trip to Orchard Ridge Farm
May 21st GMS and GHS Jazz Band Assembly 9:00 a.m.
May 21st: Kids' Clubs #4
May 23rd and 24th: Grade 5 Field Trip to the Telling Room
May 23rd and 24th: Grade 4 Field Trip Maine Maritime Museum
May 28th: Kids' Clubs #5
May 29th: Grade 1 Field Day at USM
May 29th: Grade 2 Ferry Beach Trip
May 29th and 30th: Grade 3 Gorham History Tour
May 30th: Grade 2 Field Day at USM
May 30th: Spring Fling!! 5:30-7:00 p.m.
May 31st: Kindergarten Field Day at USM
May 30th and 31st: Grade 5 Field Trip to the Telling Room
June 3rd: Grade 3 Field Day at USM
June 4th: Kindergarten EOY Celebration 1:30-2:15
June 4th: Grade 4 Field Day at USM
June 4th: Grade 5 Step Up Day to Gorham Middle School
June 5th: Grade 5 Field Day at USM
June 6th: Grades 1-4 Step Up Day (9:30-10 a.m.)
June 7th: Senior Walk 9:15 a.m.
June 10th: Last Day of School (dismissed at noon)
Clubs will meet on Tuesday MORNINGS for five sessions from 7:45-8:30 a.m.
The spring round of clubs will run the following dates:
May 7th
May 14th
May 21st
May 28th
The PK-5 Schools are collaborating together to host a Parent Information Night on the topic of Social Media. Let’s talk about how to support your student’s social and emotional learning in a digital environment.
The event will take place at GREAT FALLS SCHOOL on Wednesday, May 15th from 5:30-7:30 pm. Please RSVP using the following link (Social Media Night) or the barcode on the flyer. We look forward to seeing you there!
5/23/24 - ⅘ Chorus and 5 Band Concert at GHS auditorium @ 6 pm
Upcoming Programs:
Youth Tee Ball, Baseball & Softball
This recreation program is offered for boys and girls in grades K-5, all skill levels. There are no try outs or cuts in recreation youth baseball. All players receive a team shirt and hat .
These programs are run by volunteer coaches who work closely with the kids to help them improve their skills and build self esteem. Emphasis is placed on teaching sportsmanship, FUNdamentals rules of the game with safety being our priority.
Kiddie Gym:
We will set up several activity sites including mats for tumbling, as well as balls and other toys for kids 5 years and under.
Shaw Gym, 9:30am - 11:30am
Mondays and Wednesdays
$3 per visit or purchase a punch pass for $30 and will get you 12 visits! (2 free punches)
Pillo Hockey:
Pillo Hockey is similar to floor hockey but is played with a soft, nerf-style ball and stick. Pillo hockey is for grades K-2 only and games will be played Saturdays in March/April at Shaw Gym. Games will be played from 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM.
Floor Hockey:
Floor Hockey is for Boys and Girls in grades 3, 4, & 5. Saturday morning floor Hockey takes place at Shaw Gym. Games will be played at 10:15AM- 11:15AM.
Season dates: On Saturday's, March 9th- April 6th
Mad Science - Ready, STEM, GO!
In this program, children learn foundational science and find out how STEM is at work in the world around them! They learn about the animal kingdom, both on land and under the sea. They make mixtures and explore the science of motion and energy. They also discover the technology that powers our modern world.
Half Pint Hoops:
If your child is entering kindergarten in the fall of 2024 this is your chance to participate in basketball Half Pint Hoops is a parent & child interaction activity offered by Gorham Recreation Department. This is a great opportunity for young preschool age players to get in some hoops and have fun in a full session of warm ups, running, dribbling, and shooting a basketball!
Participants must be entering Kindergarten in the Fall of 2024 to participate. Parents are required to participate
Gorham Youth Lacrosse Association registration for Spring 2024 is now available.
Start: After School April vacation (there will be 2 indoor clinics prior to vacation)
End: 2nd week in June
Grade K-2
Cost: $60
One practice/Skills and Drill Session per week on Saturday Mornings
Grades 3-6
Cost: $200
2 practice during the week
Games on Saturdays or Sundays
GYLA Registration Link:
https://go.teamsnap.com/forms/413603
Questions/FMI: gorhamramsyouthlacrosse@gmail.com
Please take a moment to review the allergy policy and procedures for all Gorham schools by clicking on the link buttons. You can contact me at 222-1062 if you have any questions about the policy or your child's allergy management needs at school.
Melissa Tringali, School Nurse
Allergy Guardian Letter revised 01/23
ParentGuidance.org is an online service by licensed therapists that provides trusted and specialized courses, professional support and a safe community for parents to learn how to support their children and get answers to mental health questions. The courses are all online and asynchronous so that they can be viewed at any time.
School Supply Support
Great Falls is pleased to share that we have a limited supply of brand-new backpacks and assorted school supplies available for families who may be experiencing hardship in obtaining supplies for the new school year. If your child is in need of supplies, please contact our school Social Worker at jaime.tardif@gorhamschools.org
Free and Reduced Lunch Forms - IMPORTANT INFORMATION
It is imperative that parents and guardians complete the federal Free and Reduced Lunch forms. On average, prior to COVID-19, approximately 20% of our families qualified for free and reduced lunch; since COVID-19, the average has dropped to 13%. It is very important for you to know that, for each % drop in the number of students who qualify for free or reduced lunch, we lose approximately $200,000 in funding. This is why it is so important that everyone apply even though lunch is free again this year. Please click the link above to apply.
Great Falls Family Calendar 2023-2024
Never forget an early release day or when conferences are held! Know about all of our calendar events at Great Falls Elementary School by adding this calendar to your own Google calendar!
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The BackPack Program provides school-age students experiencing food insecurity enrolled in the Gorham School Department with healthy snacks and staple meal items helpful to your family for the weekend. We aim to provide food that is child-friendly, non-perishable, and easily consumed; and to distribute the weekly bag discreetly, with the help of school staff.
Use this link to sign up: Backpack Program
Throughout the course of the school year, your child may be given the opportunity to have their name, school work, or pictures posted on the school's web page or social media platforms. State of Maine Law requires that we receive a signed release before we can post student work, name, or photograph. Please click below and complete the survey. Thank you!
Please contact Melissa Tringali, RN, School Nurse, at melissa.tringali@gorhamschools.org if you have any questions.
On this page you will find several useful documents that will help you as a parent to better understand our learning system. Please let us know if there is information you would like us to add that you would find helpful and we will work to add it!
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Check Out Great Falls on Social Media
Important forms and documents that families may need to access will be posted here.
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Great Falls is all about school spirit! Throughout the year, we will have many days to celebrate our school community by encouraging students to wear the color maroon or any type of Gorham gear. Feel free to order directly from the site: https://1stplace.sale/44799 as a portion of the proceeds will go directly to Great Falls. Thank you for your support!