Instructional Strategies Special Education Teacher (K-4): Goddard Public Schools Special Education Cooperative is seeking a World Class K-4 High-Incidence Special Education Teacher at Apollo Elementary School for the 2024-25 school year. All questions regarding this position should be directed to Connor Christensen, Principal at Apollo Elementary School, cchristensen@goddardusd.com.
It's National School Librarian Day, and we think ours is pretty great! Thank you for all you do for our Apollo students Mrs. Wagner!!
It's National Paraprofessional Appreciation Day!!! We appreciate YOU!!!
REMINDER! There is NO SCHOOL Friday March 29th and Monday April 1st
Please help us congratulate Mrs Ziegler, Reading Specialist, on being awarded the "YOU ROCK Award"! Mrs. Ziegler is one of the first staff members our bus riders see each morning as they enter the building. She greets them with a smile and high five, each and every day. This attitude persists throughout her day as she works tirelessly to support so many of our students and staff! We are grateful for Mrs. Ziegler's attitude and impact!
Please help us congratulate Miss Bay, 3rd Grade Teacher, on being awarded the "PurposeFULL with Courage" rock for February. Ms. Bay was honored with the "Courage" Award for consistently doing what is right, even in the face of challenges Ms. Bay has navigated difficult situations with grace and determination while advocating for her students. Her steadfastness, courage, and leadership are noticed and appreciated. She demonstrates that doing what is right, though sometimes difficult, is always worth it in the end.
Thank you to all the Apollo Families who came out to enjoy BINGO Night! And Apollo PTO for all their hard work that they put into this event. What a great night!
Please help us congratulate Mrs. Wyant, Speech Pathologist, on being awarded the "PurposeFULL with Cooperation" rock for February. She is always very kind and helpful through the evaluation and support process! She is flexible and willing to adapt her speech schedule so students don't miss something fun in the classroom and she is always willing to reschedule and still see her students at a different time. She is very cooperative and communicates well which is extremely valuable when it comes to scheduling and making sure students get what they need!
Please help us congratulate Mrs. Kim, Special Education Para, on being awarded the "PurposeFULL with Responsibility" rock for February. Mrs. Kim is here everyday working with her students with great compassion and dedication. Her commitment to the success of the students she works with is unwavering. Students' faces light up when they have an opportunity to work with her. She is a great asset to Apollo and the 1st Grade team.
Spring Break - NO SCHOOL - March 11th-15th
The Goddard Public Schools Board of Education approved a two-year 2024-2025 and 2025-2026 School Year Calendars. To download the 2-page PDF, please visit https://core-docs.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/3661/GPS/4068164/USD_265_2024-25_and_2025-26_School_Year_Calendars.pdf
This week is School Social Worker week.
Mrs. Fosse is such an important part of our Apollo school family!
Do you or someone you know have questions regarding enrollment for the 2024-2025 school year? Visit our website to learn more: https://www.goddardusd.com/o/gps/page/enrollment.
Also, be sure to mark your calendar for these upcoming enrollment events!
Family Fun Night, BINGO order forms are due March 8th!
Read Across America Week!
Monday 3/4-Friday 3/8
Please help us congratulate Mrs. Lampe, Special Education Teacher, on being awarded the "YOU ROCK Award" for February!
Mr. C stated, "Mrs. Lampe is as selfless and willing to serve as they come. She does an incredible job of supporting and working closely with various staff in order to best serve all of our 4th Grade students. She goes above and beyond, does whatever it takes, and always keeps a "student first" attitude and mentality. It is an honor to present to her our very first "You Rock Award"."
Please help us congratulate Miss Montgomery, Kindergarten Teacher, on being awarded the "PurposeFULL with Cooperation" Rock for February!
Mrs. Ebert states, "Ms. Montgomery consistently demonstrates a remarkable ability to work harmoniously with colleagues, students, and parents, creating an inclusive and supportive environment. Her dedication to teamwork enhances the effectiveness of our school community and serves as an excellent example of the positive impact cooperation has in achieving our collective goals."
Please help us congratulate Mr. Tim, our Building Substitute, on being awarded the "PurposeFULL with Responsibility" Rock for February!
Mr. C states, "Tim is someone who is always willing to do anything and everything that is asked of him in order to serve our staff and students. His ability to adapt to the circumstance or situation plays a vital role in our day-to-day success as a school. Mr. Tim is a shining example of Responsibility."
Chick-Fil-A Spirit Night
February 27TH 3-10pm
REMINDER! The Book Fair closes at 1:00pm today!!
