Congratulations to some of our incredible staff members. Take a look at our November Staff Spotlight!
MELISSA HOFFMAN - FIRST GRADE SPED TEACHER
Congratulations to Ms. Hoffman for being an absolute gem in our school community! Your kindness and willingness to help students and staff alike never go unnoticed. Thank you for always stepping in with a smile and making such a positive impact. We’re so lucky to have you!
KATHLEEN DAVIS - MATH RESOURCE TEACHER
Big congratulations to Ms. Davis! Your passion for math is truly inspiring, and the impact you’ve made on student achievement is incredible. Keep shining and inspiring all those around you!💬💛
EMILY MCMORRIS - KINDERGARTEN TEACHER
🌟 Congratulations to our amazing kindergarten teacher! 🌟
Your ability to create a warm, welcoming classroom community where every student feels valued and supported truly stands out. You go above and beyond—not only for your own students but also for your colleagues and students across other grades. Your teamwork, kindness, and willingness to jump in wherever help is needed make a lasting impact on our school family.
We appreciate all that you do to make our school a caring and connected place for everyone! 💛👏
STEPHANIE LILES - PK INSTRUCTIONAL ASSISTANT
Shoutout to our amazing instructional assistant! Your positive mindset and the loving way you connect with our students make such a powerful difference every day. Thank you for showing up with kindness, patience, and a heart full of love—you help our kids feel safe, supported, and ready to learn. We appreciate you! 🌟💛
MADDIE PARENT - SECOND GRADE TEACHER
Shoutout to our new teacher! Your hard work in building strong connections with families and creating a classroom where students feel safe to take risks is truly inspiring. Thank you for fostering trust, courage, and growth every single day. We’re so lucky to have you on our team! 🌟👏
ANGELA WEBSTER - COUNSELOR PK & KINDERGARTEN
Huge shoutout to our amazing school counselor! Your dedication to organizing food drives, leading SGA, and constantly advocating for our students shows just how deeply you care. Thank you for being a steady source of support, leadership, and compassion in our school community. We appreciate you! 🌟💛
JESS SWANN (SWANNY) - FIRST GRADE TEACHER
Shoutout to our fantastic first-grade teacher! You hold high expectations while keeping learning fun, and you make every minute of instruction count. Your dedication and energy shine through each day—our students are thriving because of you! 🌟📚💛
MELISSA HOFFMAN - FIRST GRADE SPED TEACHER
Congratulations to Ms. Hoffman for being an absolute gem in our school community! Your kindness and willingness to help students and staff alike never go unnoticed. Thank you for always stepping in with a smile and making such a positive impact. We’re so lucky to have you!
KATHLEEN DAVIS - MATH RESOURCE TEACHER
Big congratulations to Ms. Davis! Your passion for math is truly inspiring, and the impact you’ve made on student achievement is incredible. Keep shining and inspiring all those around you!💬💛
EMILY MCMORRIS - KINDERGARTEN TEACHER
🌟 Congratulations to our amazing kindergarten teacher! 🌟
Your ability to create a warm, welcoming classroom community where every student feels valued and supported truly stands out. You go above and beyond—not only for your own students but also for your colleagues and students across other grades. Your teamwork, kindness, and willingness to jump in wherever help is needed make a lasting impact on our school family.
We appreciate all that you do to make our school a caring and connected place for everyone! 💛👏
STEPHANIE LILES - PK INSTRUCTIONAL ASSISTANT
Shoutout to our amazing instructional assistant! Your positive mindset and the loving way you connect with our students make such a powerful difference every day. Thank you for showing up with kindness, patience, and a heart full of love—you help our kids feel safe, supported, and ready to learn. We appreciate you! 🌟💛
MADDIE PARENT - SECOND GRADE TEACHER
Shoutout to our new teacher! Your hard work in building strong connections with families and creating a classroom where students feel safe to take risks is truly inspiring. Thank you for fostering trust, courage, and growth every single day. We’re so lucky to have you on our team! 🌟👏
ANGELA WEBSTER - COUNSELOR PK & KINDERGARTEN
Huge shoutout to our amazing school counselor! Your dedication to organizing food drives, leading SGA, and constantly advocating for our students shows just how deeply you care. Thank you for being a steady source of support, leadership, and compassion in our school community. We appreciate you! 🌟💛
JESS SWANN (SWANNY) - FIRST GRADE TEACHER
Shoutout to our fantastic first-grade teacher! You hold high expectations while keeping learning fun, and you make every minute of instruction count. Your dedication and energy shine through each day—our students are thriving because of you! 🌟📚💛
Congratulations to an Incredible Team! Take a look at our October Staff Spotlight Members.
JORDYN CAHALL - FOURTH GRADE TEACHER
🌟 Congratulations to this amazing teacher who goes above and beyond—even during her break times! Your dedication to building strong, trusting relationships with your students truly makes a lasting impact. Your care and commitment shine every day! 💛👏
ASHLEY SALAS - ML INSTRUCTIONAL ASSISTANT
🎉 Congratulations to our amazing ML assistant! Your positive mindset and willingness to jump in and help without being asked make such a difference every day. Thank you for always supporting teachers and students with a smile! 🌟👏
KAYLIE ORTIZ - FOURTH GRADE INSTRUCTIONAL ASSISTANT
🎉 Congratulations to our amazing instructional assistant for delivering engaging small group lessons and always taking initiative to help wherever needed! Your dedication and teamwork make such a positive impact every day! 🌟👏
SAMANTHA TURNER - INSTRUCTIONAL ASSISTANT
🎉 Congratulations to our incredible instructional assistant for always taking initiative to help anyone and everyone with such a positive attitude! Your kindness and teamwork shine every single day! 🌟👏
ANDI DEAN & JENN GUNTER - FIFTH GRADE TEACHERS
Congratulations to our amazing fifth grade teachers!
Your dedication shines both inside and outside of the classroom. You go above and beyond to support your students and make every learning moment enjoyable and meaningful. Thank you for your passion, creativity, and commitment to helping your students thrive! 🌟👏
SELVIN CORDOVA FUENTES - FRONT OFFICE INTERPRETER
🎉 Big Congratulations to Selvin! 🎉 🌟
Not only does he keep things running smoothly at the front office, but he also builds such positive, caring relationships with our students. Whether it’s offering encouragement, a smile, or a helping hand, Selvin is always there to make a difference. 💬💛
JORDYN CAHALL - FOURTH GRADE TEACHER
🌟 Congratulations to this amazing teacher who goes above and beyond—even during her break times! Your dedication to building strong, trusting relationships with your students truly makes a lasting impact. Your care and commitment shine every day! 💛👏
ASHLEY SALAS - ML INSTRUCTIONAL ASSISTANT
🎉 Congratulations to our amazing ML assistant! Your positive mindset and willingness to jump in and help without being asked make such a difference every day. Thank you for always supporting teachers and students with a smile! 🌟👏
KAYLIE ORTIZ - FOURTH GRADE INSTRUCTIONAL ASSISTANT
🎉 Congratulations to our amazing instructional assistant for delivering engaging small group lessons and always taking initiative to help wherever needed! Your dedication and teamwork make such a positive impact every day! 🌟👏
SAMANTHA TURNER - INSTRUCTIONAL ASSISTANT
🎉 Congratulations to our incredible instructional assistant for always taking initiative to help anyone and everyone with such a positive attitude! Your kindness and teamwork shine every single day! 🌟👏
ANDI DEAN & JENN GUNTER - FIFTH GRADE TEACHERS
Congratulations to our amazing fifth grade teachers!
Your dedication shines both inside and outside of the classroom. You go above and beyond to support your students and make every learning moment enjoyable and meaningful. Thank you for your passion, creativity, and commitment to helping your students thrive! 🌟👏
SELVIN CORDOVA FUENTES - FRONT OFFICE INTERPRETER
🎉 Big Congratulations to Selvin! 🎉 🌟
Not only does he keep things running smoothly at the front office, but he also builds such positive, caring relationships with our students. Whether it’s offering encouragement, a smile, or a helping hand, Selvin is always there to make a difference. 💬💛
If you were unable to attend conferences in person, please check your child's book bag for important information. 💚
Calendar Reminder: Monday, Nov. 17, no school for students.
Have a great weekend GES Hornets🐝! Please remember there is no school on Monday due to Parent/Teacher Conferences.
Thank you to all that made our Turkey Trot a success! Greensboro Elementary PTO reached their goal🦃!
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REMINDER! Our SGA is putting together a RAINBOW Food Drive on November 10-14th.
Please check the expiration dates before sending in any food. If it is beyond the date, we will need to throw it out and it won’t be counted towards your class total.
The class with the most food items collected will receive a pizza party.
Every student who participates will get a rainbow surprise!
Please check the expiration dates before sending in any food. If it is beyond the date, we will need to throw it out and it won’t be counted towards your class total.
The class with the most food items collected will receive a pizza party.
Every student who participates will get a rainbow surprise!
Calendar Reminder: Weds., November 5, half day for students.
Recognize Veterans Day with us on Tuesday, November 11th!
Happy November! Please take a moment to read the GES November Family Newsletter for important information and upcoming events. https://secure.smore.com/n/daewu
It's been a great morning at GES! Thank you to all who came out.
The local food banks are empty and in desperate need of filling! Our SGA is putting together a RAINBOW Food Drive on November 10-14th.
Please check the expiration dates before sending in any food. If it is beyond the date, we will need to throw it out and it won’t be counted towards your class total.
The class with the most food items collected will receive a pizza party.
Every student who participates will get a rainbow surprise!
Please check the expiration dates before sending in any food. If it is beyond the date, we will need to throw it out and it won’t be counted towards your class total.
The class with the most food items collected will receive a pizza party.
Every student who participates will get a rainbow surprise!
C-O-N-G-R-A-T-U-L-A-T-I-O-N-S (right?) to the 2025 Countywide Spelling Bee winners!
• 1st place - Del Luceti, Preston Elementary
• 2nd place - Katherine Felipe Cabrera, Greensboro Elementary
• 3rd place - Layla Navarro Galina, Federalsburg Elementary
Read all about this nail-biting event, including a list of all the amazing spelling experts who participated. We're so proud of them all!
Huge thank you to the awesome Teachers Can Help (TCH) organization for conducting the annual event!
carolineschools.org/article/2506518
#CarolineFamily
• 1st place - Del Luceti, Preston Elementary
• 2nd place - Katherine Felipe Cabrera, Greensboro Elementary
• 3rd place - Layla Navarro Galina, Federalsburg Elementary
Read all about this nail-biting event, including a list of all the amazing spelling experts who participated. We're so proud of them all!
Huge thank you to the awesome Teachers Can Help (TCH) organization for conducting the annual event!
carolineschools.org/article/2506518
#CarolineFamily
Yesterday our students participated in the County Spelling Bee. We are so proud of Chelsea, Piper, Leslie and Katherine.
Congratulations to Katherine for winning second place! 🏆🥈
We had some new surgeons in third grade today. Students enjoyed doing surgery on text features today👨⚕️🥼👩🏽⚕️.
Visit our Community School Newsletter for October. See what we have been up to at GES!
https://secure.smore.com/n/s4w6n
https://secure.smore.com/n/s4w6n
Calendar Reminder: Friday October 17, all schools and offices closed.
Please complete the Student Benefit Form by October 30th.
Completing this form enables our school district and state to better support students and families in many ways.
*Free school meals for all students
*Discounts for summer and recreational programs
*Reduced-cost or waived fees (e.g. SAT, AP testing, college applications)
*Access to internet subsidies or support
*Eligibility for Maryland Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP)
Even if you believe your household may not qualify for some of these benefits, submitting the form ensures that the district can use the aggregated data to fund programs and services that support all students.
2025-26 Student Benefits Form - Household Income Data
Click the link above to open the form.
Fill in required information (household income, student names, school, etc.).
Submit the form — it should take only a few minutes.
If you have multiple children, there is a section to list each child attending a Maryland K–12 public school.
If you have questions or encounter issues, feel free to reach out to student.services@ccpsstaff.org.
CHERI NIER - PREKTEACHER
Congratulations to our amazing Pre-K teacher! 🌟 She creates a nurturing environment for her little learners and works beautifully with all staff to support student success. 💛👏
NOAH PORTER - PREK INSTRUCTIONAL ASSISTANT
Congratulations to our dedicated instructional assistant! 🌟 He goes above and beyond to ensure the safety of all students and helps create a nurturing environment where every child feels cared for. 💛👏
