Grand View School

1st Grade had a great time exploring the Oklahoma Aquarium in Jenks during their fieldtrip yesterday!

During the April 16th board meeting, our board members took the time to celebrate our cheer team and academic team's recent accomplishments. Go chargers!

Grand View School to Host Public Hearing May 6, 2024 Grand View School will host a Public Hearing at 6:00 P.M. on Monday, May 6, 2024, in the Grand View School cafeteria. Programs addressed will include Title VI Indian Education, Johnson O’Malley, Native Youth Community Projects, Impact Aid-Title VII and Indian Education Policies & Procedures. For more information, contact Debbie Duncan, Federal Programs Director at 918-456-5131, ext 406. La escuela Grand View organizará una audiencia pública el 6 de mayo de 2024 La escuela Grand View organizará una audiencia pública a las 6:00 p. m. el lunes 6 de mayo de 2024, en la cafetería de la escuela Grand View. Los programas abordados incluirán el Título VI de Educación Indígena, Johnson O'Malley, Proyectos Comunitarios de Jóvenes Nativos, Impact Aid-Título VII y Políticas y Procedimientos de Educación Indígena. Para obtener más información, comuníquese con Debbie Duncan, directora de programas federales al 918-456- 5131, extensión 406.

The Grand View Chargers Blue Blaze competition squad just received the results from their last virtual competition: Justice League! They not only won their division, but received Level 1 Rec High Point against 5 other teams, including a senior team! Their rings are on the way! Again we want to say thank you to our sponsors, families, and the Grand View community for your support!! Without it, this truly wouldn't be possible.

Grand View Chargers Gold Rush performed in Spring Express Nationals and brought home some hardware! Grand View Chargers Blue Blaze has competed in Thriller on Miller Virtual Competition, Oklahoma City Bid Bash, Spring Express Nationals bringing home a 2nd place and two Division Champion banners! We would like to thank our community sponsors and the Grand View community - without them, this would not be possible.

TechQuest ICTC Summer Youth Camp Join us for an exciting summer adventure at the TechQuest ICTC Summer Youth Camp! Located at Indian Capital Technology Center in Tahlequah, OK, this in-person event is perfect for young tech enthusiasts. Immerse yourself in a world of creativity, innovation, and fun as we explore the fascinating realm of technology. Our camp offers a variety of hands-on activities that will ignite your passion for all things tech. Don't miss out on this amazing opportunity to learn, grow, and make new friends. Enroll today and embark on the ultimate tech quest! It is May 22 from 8:00- 2:45 and it's FREE! https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ictc-techquest-tahlequah-youth-camp-2024-tickets-871232248107

Not only did Grand View students have the opportunity to witness the eclipse, but students also participated in a wide variety of learning activities to help understand and appreciate this momentous occasion. What a great week of learning!

Yesterday's eclipse watch party was out of this world! More photos to come on the educational activities that surrounded this astronomical occasion.

A couple of reminders: 1. A meeting is scheduled for tomorrow night, April 9th, at 5:30 in the library. It's intended for parents and students who are interested in the 2025 summer EF tours to Boston and New York City. 2. Grand View Summer School is accepting applications until April 22, 2024, with the program scheduled to run from May 20 to June 20.

Grand View Cheer Tryouts are scheduled to commence with clinics on Wednesday, May 1, and Thursday, May 2. These tryouts are open to current 2nd graders and 7th graders. It's imperative that students have their registration for the 2024-2025 school year completed. To ensure all necessary information is communicated, there will be a mandatory parent information meeting held in the Grand View Cafeteria on Monday, April 29, at 5:30 PM, for anyone interested in trying out. If your child is interested, they must submit the tryout packet to either Mrs. Cox or Mrs. Coltrane by Tuesday, April 30. The tryouts themselves are scheduled for Friday, May 3, starting at 3:15 PM. Additionally, it's required that all participating students are enrolled in the after-school program.

The Grand View Children’s Cherokee Choir participated in the ONAYLF on April 1 in Norman, OK. They had 7 entries and won two 1st place, two 2nd place and two 3rd place trophies. They also received one honorable mention.

Just a friendly reminder that all solar eclipse permission slips are due Monday morning to homeroom teachers. Please ensure that your permission slip is submitted on time, as phone calls for permission will not be accepted. Thank you for your cooperation and understanding. We look forward to experiencing this incredible astronomical event together!

Congratulations to the winners of the PTO cookie dough fundraiser! Your hard work and dedication in raising funds for our school are greatly appreciated. A big thank you to everyone who participated and contributed to the success of this event. The winners for the most cookie dough sold are as follows: 1st Place: Charlie Perdue 2nd Place: Lillian Hopper 3rd Place: Laynee Coffield Your efforts have made a significant impact, and we're excited to acknowledge your achievements. Please note that popcorn prizes will be distributed on April 4 during the concession. Additionally, the pizza and ice cream winners will receive their awards on April 10th. Once again, congratulations to all the winners, and thank you to everyone for your support!

Four Grand View students placed in the Cherokee County Student Art Show! We are proud to announce that Taytum Crow placed 1st in the 7/8th grade category, and Grand View took home all 3 placements in the 3D art section: Zoey Jacob - 1st place. Jacob Bell - 2nd place. Cannon Andrews - 3rd place. Students were presented medals, ribbons and art supplies during the awards ceremony. Congrats, Chargers!

The Cherokee County Student Art Show is having an awards ceremony / viewing TONIGHT from 6pm-7pm. The show will be judged, and awards will be given for each grade category. Grand View has 12 students that were selected to be on display in this show. This is the only time to view the show outside of school hours. The exhibit will also be open from April 3rd-5th from 9am to 2pm. The exhibit is located at the Tahlequah Public School's Performing Arts Center, 591 Pendleton, Tahlequah. The Grand View Students with artwork in the county show are: Tatum Crow Tanner Colburn Zoey Jacob Eliza Stone Isaiah Ruiz Cannon Andrews Dulce Landaverde Gracelynn Walls Miah McCarter Jacob Bell Avalynn Hinds *Photos are two of the 12 entries.

PTO Meeting Tuesday, April 2, starting at 5:30 in the cafeteria.

3rd and 4th grade had a great fieldtrip at the Oklahoma Aquarium in Jenks! Students had the opportunity to pet stingrays, jellyfish, sharks and more!

Reminders: 1. No after school program tomorrow, Thursday, March 28. Please be patient as there will be a high number of cars in the parent pick up line. 2. Concession is rescheduled to next Thursday, April 4. 3. No school on Friday, March 29.

PTO Skate Night, Tuesday, March 26 from 5:30 to 7:30.

The Literacy Fair took place this week. Author Dennis Mathew was our special guest and each student received one of his books that attended.