We love seeing our students get these awesome experiences — and we’re so thankful for our USD 265 SROs who go above and beyond to stay connected with kids every day!
The Goddard Education Foundation is looking for all the “G’s” out there for our inaugural G-Day event!
This event is for all the “G’s” in our community: Grandparents, Golden-Agers, or anyone who is simply a Grand and Generous person who wants to give back to the next generation of students. We invite you to join us for a morning dedicated to remembering and experiencing all the amazing things that happen in elementary classrooms. This is more than just a volunteer event; it’s a celebration of generations and a chance to forge new relationships.
Goddard Public Schools will be featuring two of our Elementary Schools, Explorer Elementary and Amelia Earhart Elementary, for these Inaugural G-Day events. The dates are:
- Tuesday, October 21st, 2025 from 8:15 am - 12:00 pm at Explorer Elementary School
- Wednesday, October 22nd, 2025 from 8:15 am - 12:00 pm at Amelia Earhart Elementary School
Please share this with a Grandparent, Neighbor, Community Patron, or friend who might enjoy learning more about Goddard Public Schools.
To Register:
The safety of our students and staff is our top priority, with that in mind, there are only 20 available G-Day participant spots (10 for each elementary school). Interested G-Day participants can complete the application form by clicking the link below by the end of the day on Monday, October 13, 2025, and a representative from the Goddard Education Foundation will be in touch with you. Any interested G-Day representative must meet all the eligibility requirements (listed in the registration form) to be considered for G-Day.
Register Here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfUnhhEx28OQ9YJCj3dmcF4BHpPzV9sDTw6dTjWr6lsk4dKlw/viewform?usp=header
We hope you'll help us celebrate and honor the many "G's" who make our community strong. Thank you for supporting Goddard Public Schools. We look forward to welcoming our guests at G-Day!
DO. NOTHING. BUT. DONATE.
No harassing coworkers and family members to buy random items.
No walking, running, or pretending to jog for pledges.
No tiny plastic trinkets that break before you get home.
Just donations straight to our PTO to help our school—easy, simple, stress-free.
Because sometimes the best fundraiser… is the one where you don’t actually have to do anything 💙
Join us on Friday, September 19th from 6–8 PM in our brand NEW Outdoor Classroom for an evening full of fun, food, and memories! 🏫💙
🌭 Enjoy a free hotdog meal
🎲 Play yard games with friends
📣 Help us kick off our fundraiser
🍧 Cool off with Kona Ice (available for purchase)
🎟️ Grab prize drawing entries (available for purchase)
It’s the perfect chance to hang out with friends, meet other families, and make lasting memories together.
We can’t wait to see you there!
Weren't able to make it on Picture day? Kid caught mid sneeze? Retakes are 10/22!
1️⃣ Visit strawbridge.net
2️⃣ Enter the school name and state in the search box
3️⃣ Select your school and click “Get Code” next to the correct Picture Day
4️⃣ Enter your student’s last name and student ID number
5️⃣ Click search, then select your student code to access the gallery
👉 To find your student’s ID number, log into Skyward and open the Student Profile tab—it’s listed right next to their profile photo.
❓ Having trouble? Email customerservice@strawbridge.net
for help.
Join us TONIGHT, Sept 9th, from 4–9 PM at Chick-N-Max (352 S West St) for Earhart PTO Spirit Night! Check out the PTO Calendar attached for upcoming events.
Mrs. Kitzmann, Mrs. Fender, Mrs. Hajek, Mrs. Archer, and Mrs. Wollard
These superheroes may not wear capes (though they probably should), but they can tie a shoe in record time, open 17 snack packs before the bell rings, and hear a whispered “I need to go potty” from across the room. They are experts at teaching letters, numbers, and how to line up without it looking like rush hour traffic.
Beyond the laughs and snack packs, our kindergarten teachers are laying the foundation for everything that comes after. Kindergarten is where curiosity takes root, friendships begin, and a love for learning starts to grow. Our kindergarten team is truly the heartbeat of our school, and we are so grateful for the joy, patience, and dedication they bring every single day.
Shoutout to our amazing kindergarten teachers – we couldn’t do this without you!
Fall Art Contest – Just for Fun!
Want to get creative this fall? Join our optional Fall Art Contest! This is NOT required and is not a classroom assignment—just a fun way to show off your artistic side!
Guidelines:
Use 3 different medias (ex: paint, marker, colored pencil, collage, etc.)
Include fall colors
Feature something from nature
Add a touch of print media (magazine clippings, newspaper, etc.)
Size limit: No larger than 10 x 14
Entries are due by September 17th to Mrs. Webster.
Winning pieces will be displayed on our Art Gallery bulletin board, and all other entries will be proudly displayed in the hallways!
Questions? Contact Mrs. Webster at awebster@goddardusd.com
This is all about having fun and getting creative, again NOT required and NOT a classroom assignment—can’t wait to see your fall-inspired masterpieces!
Here’s a peek at my class and Mrs. Huslig’s class listening intently during story time.
We’re so excited to offer this amazing program for our girls again this fall. Practices will be held Tuesdays and Thursdays after school from 4:15–5:45 PM, starting the week of September 22nd.
Girls on the Run is more than just running—it’s about building confidence, fostering friendships, and learning life skills, all while training for a celebratory 5K!
Don’t wait—spots fill up fast! Register your girl today and let’s get running!
Visit www.girlsontherunks.org or email kohnmeis@goddardusd.com if you have any questions!
Thursday, August 28th is the big day — don’t forget those smiles!
Proofs will be sent home in about 4–6 weeks. From there, families can order online using:
Online Order Code: FM472777
We can’t wait to see those picture-perfect smiles tomorrow
Therapy dogs like Groot and Gabby bring comfort, joy, and calm to our students. They help lower stress, encourage positive social interactions, and create a warm and welcoming school environment. Whether it’s a wagging tail or a gentle nudge, these pups remind us that sometimes the best kind of support has four legs and fur.
What a special way for students to show their appreciation!
Every class in our school has their own unique system for earning small celebrations when expectations are met—it’s a fun way to reward teamwork, responsibility, and positive choices.
How sweet (and delicious) is that?!
Our staff played the “Don’t Get Caught” phone game—where the only rule was to avoid the camera at all costs. Picture teachers running around, ducking down, and pulling off Olympic style moves all to stay off camera.
While it was hilariously fun to watch, the heart of it all is this: team building matters. The stronger we work together, the better we can support each other—and most importantly, give our students the very best every single day
Let’s just say: Mission (mostly) failed, but fun was 100% achieved.
That’s right — our fearless leader, Mrs. Hay, went head-to-head with other principals, flexed those competitive muscles (and possibly their caffeine tolerance), and brought home the gold… well, technically the wood…
Not only do we get bragging rights for eternity (sorry, other schools), but thanks to YOUR support — ordering The Marney and cheering us on — we also earned money towards our PTO! That means more awesome things for our students, teachers, and school.
From the bottom of our cub-loving hearts: THANK YOU to everyone who sipped, supported, and helped us claim victory. The plaque will be on display for all to admire! Be sure to stay posted for the next round of Principal Games, highlighting the Intermediate, and Middle schools! Thank you Iron Nutrition for such a fun week!
Earhart Elementary: now fueled by pride, caffeine, and community spirit.
