Communication

 Communication 

Parents can receive information about their child’s school experience in several ways: 

Phone Calls/Voicemails can be received by all staff members. When you call during the instructional day, you will be sent to the teacher’s voicemail. Please leave a clear, detailed message so your child’s teacher can return your call. Sometimes teachers can call during the day to ask a question or share information. ConnectEd calls may also go out during the day. Please listen to the message in its entirety before calling the school. 

Email and ClassDojo are options available to all classroom teachers. Please email or Dojo your child’s teacher with a clear, detailed message so she or he can respond to your concerns. Teachers and staff should respond to your concern between 24-48 business hours. Please be aware that messages sent after school hours may not be seen until the following school day.

Homework Folders/Planners go home each night with any additional notes from teachers, such as behavioral updates, field trip information, school updates, etc. Please check your child’s homework folder nightly. Sign and return any necessary papers. Parents are expected to monitor the homework, including the daily requirement to read 30 minutes each night, as homework supports student achievement. 3rd-5th grades utilize planners as a form of communication regarding homework and behavior.

Pride Packs (manila work folders) with student work and informational flyers will come home on Tuesdays. Please empty your child’s folder, review the information, sign, and return the Pride Pack.

Weekly grade level newsletters are sent via ClassDojo when available or as a hard copy with your child if requested. Newsletters contain information about what your child is learning, information about grade level events such as field trips, and general information. Please accept the invitation to participate in ClassDojo.  

ConnectEd messages are sent out regularly to inform parents about upcoming events. ConnectEd messages will also be sent out to notify parents of emergency situations, early school closings, or other pertinent information. Please listen to the full message before calling the school to ask about the message. Phone lines are usually quite busy after ConnectEd calls, so we need to keep the lines open so that we can receive updates. If your phone number changes or if you would like to have the ConnectEd calls sent to your cell number, please notify the front office at 336.674.4325. 

Website & Social Media Platforms for Southern Guilford Elementary and Guilford County Schools will contain useful information. These platforms will be updated frequently. Please visit our Website, Facebook and Twitter page for more information.  

Please feel free to call, email, or Dojo your child’s teacher with questions or concerns first. If you don't receive a response within 24-48 business hours, please contact the principal, Mr. Moore, at 336-674-4325 or email at Moorej10@gcsnc.com. Praise reports are always welcome and appreciated. Conferences will be scheduled as outlined by GCS and/or as needed.