Principal's Corner

Dear Gordon Families,

Welcome to the 2025–2026 school year. It is my great honor and privilege to serve as your new principal and to work alongside our dedicated staff, students, and families in continuing the proud tradition of excellence here at Gordon Elementary School. I am truly excited for the year ahead and look forward to supporting our Gordon Patriots as we learn, grow, and achieve together.

This year brings several exciting changes to our school community, including updates in leadership, new staff members joining our team, and the establishment of our School Advisory Committee (SAC). Each of these changes represents an important step forward as we strive to create an even stronger and more inclusive learning environment.

In keeping with our theme—“Expect the Extraordinary”—we invite and encourage every family to become actively involved in school life. Your participation and partnership are vital to our collective success.

Get Involved:

Join the PTA:
Our Parent-Teacher Association (PTA) plays a crucial role in supporting our school community. Through events, family activities, and staff support, the PTA enhances the educational experience for all students. Please consider joining this year—your time, talents, and ideas make a lasting difference!

Attend SAC Meetings:
Our School Advisory Committee (SAC) provides an open forum for parents, staff, and community members to collaborate on important school initiatives. Tentative meeting dates for this school year are:

• November 20, 2025
• January 22, 2026
• March 19, 2026
• May 21, 2026

All meetings will be held in the Gordon Elementary cafeteria from 3:15–4:15 p.m. We hope to see you there and value your voice in the decision-making process that shapes our school’s future.

Volunteer Opportunities:
Volunteers are an essential part of what makes Gordon Elementary a special place. If you are interested in volunteering in a classroom or supporting school events, please reach out to your child’s teacher or contact the front office for more information about how to get started.

As we prepare for a wonderful school year, please take a few moments to review our beginning-of-year procedures and important information available on our school website and through upcoming communications. These resources will help ensure a smooth and successful start for your child.

If you have any questions or need additional information, please don’t hesitate to contact our office at any time. We are here to support you and your family every step of the way.

Thank you for your continued partnership and trust. Together, we will make this school year truly extraordinary!

Working Together,
Ms. Linda Bryant
Principal, Gordon Elementary School

Assistant Principal: Mr. Mark Sanford

Administrative Officer: Mr. Troy Reier

Secretary: Ms. Niki Jenkins

Registrar: Ms. Isa Stromberg

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FOR YOUR INFORMATION – SCHOOL YEAR 2025-2026

SCHOOL HOURS: K-5

8:20 AM – 3:05 PM Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday

8:20 AM – 1:30 PM 1^st  Wednesday of the Month

Office Hours:

7:30 AM – 4:00 PM Monday through Friday

REQUESTS FOR CLASS PLACEMENT – Requests for a specific class placement will only be accepted in writing to be reviewed and approved by the administrators. Any requests for a specific classroom should only include the type of teaching style that is being requested to help your child be successful. Please refrain from requesting a specific teacher as this is most difficult to accommodate due to the need to balance classroom membership.

CLASS LISTS - Class lists will be confirmed following the registration of new students enrolling during the summer break. This year, parents will receive a back to school letter with your child’s class teacher and room number approximately one week prior to the start of school.

REQUESTS FOR A CHANGE IN CLASS PLACEMENT - As with any new experience, children must have time to acclimate to new classrooms and become familiar with new procedures and expectations before making a decision to change. Written requests for changes in class placement will only be made after a 4-week waiting period. Any special/extenuating circumstances should be addressed with the Principal by appointment.

DISMISSAL ROUTINES - If parents have a need to pick up their child prior to the end of the school day, we ask that you do that before 2:15 PM (M, T, W, Th, and F) and before 12:30 PM on the 1^st Wednesday of the month.