Fall Book Fair
Gobble up a good book at our upcoming fair! Mark your calendars for November 17th - 21st.
The mission of the GCS Library Media Program is to foster a learning community that creates lifelong learners who can:
read critically
express ideas
investigate through inquiry
use sources
design solutions
learn independently
cultivate meaningful relationships
engage as a citizen
and pursue and develop personal interests.
The vision of Monarch's library is to support the GCS Library Media Program and Monarch's mission by creating independent student leaders that are inquisitive, innovative, creative, collaborators, and readers.
mrgibson@greenville.k12.sc.us 864-452-0612
I love serving the students and staff at Monarch Elementary. This community is wonderful, and I am grateful to be a part of it!
I received my Masters of Library Science from Emporia State University in Kansas in May 2016. I have a B.S. in Elementary Education from Austin Peay State University in Tennessee.
When I am not in the library, I love to hike, play basketball and volleyball, and will try to play other sports as well. I like board games, music (especially country music), good food, playing the piano, and of course, reading.
I got married in January! I am so grateful for all the love and support from the Monarch community as I have walked this journey.
jlenning@greenville.k12.sc.us 864-452-0615
I’ve had the opportunity to work at Monarch in several different roles, but being in the library is my favorite! Whether it’s checking out books, helping with Chromebooks or just a quick chat, I love being able to interact with students in every grade.
When I’m not at school I enjoy spending time with my family, being outside, walking, exploring new places, reading and shopping.
• The school requires signed notes from parents or guardians for explanation of the following: Absence/Tardiness/Early Dismissal/ Change in the way a child is going home/ Permission to go home with another student (*If riding the bus, students must already ride the same bus route). A signed parent note or medical excuse must be given to the office any time your child is absent.
• The back entrance where car riders enter the building closes at 7:45 am. Even if a parent is in the line, students are considered tardy if they are not in the building when the bell rings.
• Any changes in afternoon transportation must be in writing and signed by the parent. Emails or phone calls cannot be accepted.
• Per Greenville County School District (GCS) policy, early dismissals must be before 1:45 pm. • During daily dismissal, under normal weather conditions, cars are scanned in the carline until 2:40 pm.
• During daily dismissal, all parents/guardians who come to the office, must remain outside until 2:45 pm.
• After afternoon dismissal, no students are allowed back into classrooms to retrieve anything they have forgotten after they have left the building.
• Parents, please notify daycares of early dismissals and absences.
• Smart watches and cell phones are not allowed to be out at school. If a student has one, it must be turned off and remain in the student’s book bags while on school grounds.
• Shoes must have a back or back strap on them and high heels are not allowed.
• Clothing that inappropriately exposes body parts is not permitted, including: low-cut shirts, crop or short tops, spaghetti strap tops, halter-tops, or see through/mesh garments worn without shirts. Students may not expose undergarments. Pants must be worn at the natural waistline and undergarments are not to be visible. Pants must not bag, sag, or drag. All shirts/dresses must have straps at least one inch wide. Skirts and shorts must be properly fitted and in good taste and not be shorter than mid-thigh. (Skirts and shorts must fall below the fingertips when arms are hanging at the sides.)
• Pajamas are only allowed on specified school PJ days.
• Hats and hoodies should not be worn inside the building, except on specified hat days.
• Balloons, flowers, and similar items are not allowed in classrooms.
• Money is receipted by teachers first thing in the morning. All money must be turned in to teachers by 7:45 am. The office cannot accept any money.
• Please send correct change or check when paying for school fees, field trips, etc.
• According to healthy school guidelines, no restaurant/fast food/food delivery of any kind is allowed – healthy or not. To support healthy choices, birthday treats must be healthy, such as yogurt, fruit popsicles, or pretzels. Treats must be individually packaged by the manufacturer. All birthday treats are served at lunch.
• To protect instructional time, the only forgotten items that can be brought in are glasses, hearing aids, Chromebooks, and backpacks.
• Forgotten lunches will be placed on a designated table in the cafeteria. Students can pick them up on their way to lunch.
• Due to class interruption, missed instructional time, and limited space, students are not allowed to attend sibling performances.
• Per GCS policy, school personnel are not allowed to touch birthday party invitations. A student can distribute invitations if all students in the class are invited.
• Parents or Guardians are to bring in medications to the Health Room. It is vitally important to report head lice to our school nurses at 452-0604.