PTA Updates

Veterans Day Wall Of Heroes

October 23, 2024 - November 3, 2024

Grady PTA will be adding the names of veterans to our Wall of Heroes. Please complete the form below to add your hero to the wall. Names must be added by Nov 3rd.

We will be hosting our 4th annual Veterans Coffee and Bagels in November. Date is TBD. 

 

Fall Fundraiser Update

October 23, 2024 - October 31, 2024

Thank you to everyone that helped in our Fall Fundraiser. Our school raised over $26,000 during our Tiger Trek fundraiser. Prizes will be sent home in the coming weeks and classroom prizes will be enjoyed on Friday, November 22nd. 

Student Academic Calendar Updates

October 23, 2024 - November 23, 2024

Please review the updated school calendar with adjustments made to make up the instudtional time missed during Hurricanes Helene and Milton.
ASE Club Reminder - Monday clubs will now run 2:05pm to 3:10pm.

Turf Update

September 17, 2024 - September 24, 2024

For those who have been part of the Grady community for some time, you are aware that adding turf to our campus has been a multi-year fundraising initiative. This summer, we proudly announced we had reached our fundraising goal for Phase 1, the area inside the track.  

At the start of the school year, the Hillsborough School District committed substantial funding to support the overall turf project. In response to this development, we have adjusted our project timelines to align with the District’s contributions, ensuring that we fully leverage their support.

The PTA and Grady Administration are collaborating closely with the District to ensure the project progresses smoothly. Our continued fundraising will help us fund future phases of the turf project. We appreciate your continued support and generosity. 

Fall Fundraising Update

September 17, 2024 - September 24, 2024

We have officially hit $23,000 of our $30,000 goal! Help us finish out strong by donating HERE.

152 More Members Needed!

September 12, 2024 - September 19, 2024

Only 152 more members are needed to hit our membership goal!

Please continue to support our school by renewing your Grady's PTA membership.
 
Why Join: Grady’s PTA has funded over $150,000 in projects that have improved school and classroom technology, provided afterschool tutoring, contributed to school-wide safety features and provided grants to classroom for additional supplies and enrichment materials.
 
Who Can Join:  Parents, Grandparents, Children grades 6th - 12th, Teachers, Faculty and Members of the Community.
 
Cost: To sign up to join Grady Elementary PTA, click HERE. It only costs $10 for one member to join and $18 for two members. 


Grady Auction Committee Meeting 9/19

September 11, 2024 - September 19, 2024

Open Call- Auction committee is meeting on September 19th at 7pm at Bare Naked Kitchen. Anyone looking to help with the Auction or wanting to learn more, please feel free to attend.

Thank you: Uniform Swap

September 9, 2024

Last week all additional uniforms donated to our uniform swap were dropped off to West Tampa Elementary school.  They were so grateful to receive these donations.  These will go right to students in need. Thank you!

Dad's Club 9/12

September 9, 2024 - September 12, 2024

This is a reminder that we have our first Grady Dad's Club event of the year this THURSDAY @ 7:00pm at Cigar City Brewing, located at 3924 W Spruce Street. It's a combined event with the dads from Coleman Middle School, so it should be a lot of fun. Please join us if you can! We'll be ordering some appetizers for the group as well, and talking about our other events for the semester.

General PTA Meeting on August 20th at 7:45am

August 16, 2024 - August 21, 2024

Please join us on Tuesday, August 20th at 7:45am at the flagpole for a general PTA meeting to approve check signers and the school year budget. Meeting should last 10-20 minutes and materials can be reviewed below.

 

 

Welcome Back Grady Tigers!

We are excited to see you all at our Open House Thursday August 8th from 8-9:30am.  

The first information session will be from 8:15-8:45 am.  The second information session will be from 9:00-9:30 am.  


Here are a number of links to help keep you informed throughout the school year: 

Calendar of Events: 

Check back regularly for new updates. 

https://www.gradytigers.org/calendar

Become a PTA Member: 

https://www.gradytigers.org/pta-membership-form-member-hub

Join the PTA Remind Group: 

  1. Download the Remind App

  2. Use the “Add class” link

  3. Use code @gradypta to subscribe 

Receive the Tiger Talk Newsletter: 

email [email protected]

PTA FaceBook groups:

https://tinyurl.com/PTA-Facebook-page


PTA Sponsorship info: 

https://www.gradytigers.org/tiger-partnership-program

Chalk The Walk - Sunday August 11th

July 24, 2024 - August 12, 2024

Join us on Sunday August 11th from 3-5pm to help decorate our sidewalks as we welcome students back to school.  Chalk will be provided.  Stop by and help add some beauty and inspiration for our student's first day of school.  

Grady Staff and Teacher Profiles with their favorite things

Administration - https://www.gradytigers.org/administration

Specialists - https://www.gradytigers.org/specialists

Kindergarten - https://www.gradytigers.org/kindergarten

First - https://www.gradytigers.org/first-grade

Second - https://www.gradytigers.org/second-grade

Third - https://www.gradytigers.org/third-grade

Fourth - https://www.gradytigers.org/fourth-grade

Fifth - https://www.gradytigers.org/fifth-grade

ESE - https://www.gradytigers.org/ese

Guidance - https://www.gradytigers.org/guidance

Psychologist - https://www.gradytigers.org/psychologists

Social Worker - https://www.gradytigers.org/social-worker

Clinic - https://www.gradytigers.org/clinic

Student Nutrition - https://www.gradytigers.org/student-nutrition

Custodial - https://www.gradytigers.org/custodial

It is already time to look ahead to the 2024-2025 slate of PTA executive committee leaders.  Each year executive board members must be nominated, selected and approved by general PTA membership.  

We are looking for talented parent leaders to step into executive board roles and general board roles as well.  A list of board positions is below.  Positions vary in level of commitment and many can be done in without being on campus.   


If you are interested, or know another talented parent leader who is, please reach out to the nominating committee by April 12th at [email protected].

Board Positions

Executive Board
President
VP of Communications
VP of Events
VP of Fundraising/Ways and Means
VP of Membership
VP of Special Projects
VP of Sponsorship
VP of Volunteer Relations
Corresponding Secretary
Secretary
Treasurer
 
 
PTA Coordinators
Advocacy Chair
Art Coordinator
ASE Coordinator
Auction Party Coordinator
Auction Donation Coordinator
Awards Coordinator
Beautification Coordinator
Business Sponsorship Coordinator
Community Service Coordinator
Copy Center Coordinator
Dad's Club Coordinator
Family Night Coordinator
Fifth Grade Parents
Grants Coordinator
Homeroom Parent Coordinator
Hospitality Coordinator
Media Center Coordinator
Mini Grants Coordinator
Newletter (Tiger Talk) Coordinator
School Kits Coordinator
Social Chair
STEM Night Lead
Teacher Appreciation Coordinator
Tiger Paws Coordinator (& Painting)
Tiger Trek Event Lead
Walk to School Wednesday Coordinator
Website Coordinator
Website Calendar Coordinator
Welcoming Coordinator
Yearbook Coordinator

Spring Book Fair

March 3, 2024 - March 9, 2024

The kids got a sneak peek of the bookfair Friday, they are coming home with their lists! Stop by school on Monday from 10A-2P to be the very first shoppers and have some strawberry shortcake! You can still sign up to volunteer! https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090B4CAFA622AAF94-47681692-spring#/ Check out Preview day last Friday!

Preview Auction Items

February 29, 2024

Help make our grass green again! All proceeds from our 2024 Silent and Live auctions will help fund our Turf Project - we are finalizing phase 1 (inside the track) and will begin phase 2. 

We have some amazing auction items including:

  • Backyard Makeover! Place your bids to secure this highly-coveted backyard makeover package! With this win you will receive Landscape design services by Bee Landscaping, 1,000 square feet of turf installed by Creative Edge in your choice of three different turf options, Landscape lighting by Tampa Nightscapes, a discount on your custom fire pit or outdoor kitchen by Cookin' Outdoors, a 30-gallon tree from TreeMart, and a beautiful outdoor canvas from Landscape Fusion. Valued at over $11,000, this package could transform your backyard into the oasis of your dreams!
     
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  • Boat Charter - Get ready to bid on a private boat charter on "Never Winterized," a 2023 Sea Ray 400 SLX!  Valued at $2,400, your four-hour charter includes boat rental, licensed Captain, cleaning fees, insurance and fuel. Boat picks up at Gandy Boat Ramp in South Tampa. Charter date to be mutually agreed upon with the boat owner. Must be used by 12/31/24.
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  • Start planning your LegoLand getaway!  This auction item includes FOUR tickets to LegoLand Florida and a two-night stay at an AirBnB in Winter Haven, the perfect launch point for a LegoLand adventure!  Only 7 miles from Legoland, your 3-bedroom / 2-bathroom rental is situated on a peaceful canal.  After a day at the park with your family, relax by the screened pool and hot tub or enjoy wildlife at the dock. Tropical greenery provides shade and beauty.  Your booking includes rental and cleaning fees and is valid through August 31, 2024.  LegoLand and home rental package valued at $976.

Lost and Found

February 27, 2024 - March 8, 2024

Looking for your coat or jacket?   There are lots of lost and found items that want to find their owner!


Parents, stop by the front of the school during drop off or any time in the front office to look through and find your student's lost items.  

Buy Your Auction Tickets Today

January 27, 2024 - February 16, 2024

Join us on Feburary 17th for our Wild About Grady Auction Gala.  

There will be dinner, dancing, a wine pull, class baskets on display and a live auction exclusive to just those in attendance. 

Want to Name the Carline Circle? 

Want to have your college's flag displayed proudly throughout the school year in the front of the school?

Want to skip the car line all school year? 

Buy your tickets here today


You won't want to miss it!

Art Summer Camp

January 25, 2024 - March 10, 2024

Our very own Ms. Timmons will be hosting Craft Lab Arts Summer Camp

Contact: Jade Timmons 

302-448-0298

[email protected]

All art material included, and snack provided. 

VPK Applications

January 17, 2024

VPK applications for the 2024-2025 school year will be available in the ofice on Wednesday, Jan 17th at 7:00am. Please comin and fill out the form if interested.

Back to School Book Drive

January 16, 2024 - January 19, 2024

Please bring us any gently-used books your family has outgrown and they will be donated to the classrooms and library at West Tampa Elementary. Look for the BOOK DRIVE sign at morning drop off (7:15-7:40) or deliver  them to the box in the front office

Media Center Needs Volunteers!!

November 17, 2023 - July 27, 2024

  

Media Center Volunteers (weekly)

Weekly help needed shelving books, assistance during class visits, reading, special projects, etc.

*One of the largest classes in school comes through on Monday between 10A-12P, we would love to fill that spot as soon as possible. Also, we know things come up… if you can’t make it every single week, it’s ok!  Any help is better than none. If you would like to come during your child’s class, I can let you know their teacher’s day/time.

Slots are Monday - Friday 8:30- 10am, 10-12pm, OR 12-2pm

Please contact Kate Grooms with any questions or to sign up for a volunteer slot.  [email protected]

Claim your Lost & Found items

November 14, 2023 - December 8, 2023

Lost and found items are out on display in the cafeteria.  Please have your student check the stage area for any items they may be missing.  All items unclaimed by Friday December 8th will be donated.  Thanks!

Reflections Art Contest - Deadline October 13th

October 12, 2023 - November 14, 2028

This is a reminder that the PTA Reflections "I'm Hopeful Because" contest is due Monday, October 13th to the fronto office. There will be 1st, 2nd, 3rd and Honorable Mention awards given out. 

Here are some important details in reference to turning in the art:

- Copies of the entry form are available in Ms. Grigsby's art room. Make sure the entry form is filled out correctly and completely. Please check over it to make sure the student has an artist statement and that all required signatures are there.

- Make sure the student adheres to the paper size requirements 

- The artwork and entry form must be turned in on time.

If you have any questions, please contact [email protected] or click on the link: Reflections Art Program

Schools Partner In Pedestrian and Bike Safety

March 20, 2023 - May 26, 2023

                            

 

Families and neighbors - Your neighborhood schools have partnered together to address a growing concern: speeding through the neighborhoods and not properly stopping at crosswalks.

South Tampa traffic is getting worse and the streets surrounding our schools are becoming popular thoroughfares.  School PTAs are working with city officials on many safety enhancements, but we are asking our families and neighbors to help with a simple action - full stops before crosswalks and slower driving. 

With daylight savings upon us, our students and families will be out and about even more. Take a moment to be honest about your own driving habits. Are you fully stopping and assessing sidewalk traffic before evaluating the roadway? Indeed, it’s necessary at many stops to inch into the crosswalk to safely see the road, but please stop to assess the crosswalk traffic first, before inching forward.

If you have a walker or biker in the household, please remind them of their responsibility as well to stop and look before proceeding into a crosswalk.  There are many crosswalks where blind spots exist (this is especially important to relay to middle grade students). 

If we all set the tone for driving patiently and cautiously, then perhaps others will too and our once quiet, undiscovered neighborhoods will get quieter once more – and possibly become undesirable to use for passing through! Please share this message with every driver in your household and thank you for your assistance in this matter.

The Hillsborough County School Board is proposing changes to the boundaries of Grady, Coleman and Plant. They intend to move students and families from our A rated schools to C- rated schools. We must stand up and protect our children's future!

For more information and to get involved click the links below:

TampaChildren.com (Click Here)

Also please join our Facebook group:

HCPS-Boundary Change (Click Here)

ATTENTION NEIGHBORS: ACT NOW

AGAINST THE PROPOSED SCHOOL BOUNDARY CHANGES

WHICH MAY ELIMINATE OUR KIDS’ ACCESS TO

A-RATED COLEMAN MIDDLE SCHOOL AND PLANT HIGH SCHOOL

 

Who is affected: Homes in North Bon Air, Westshore Palms, Beach Park and Oakford Park areas have been targeted in scenario 2 & 3 in the Hillsborough County Public School Boundary Analysis as being rezoned from A rated schools (Coleman and Plant) to C rated schools (Pierce and Jefferson). We are asking all neighbors to speak out and support scenario 1 which keeps Coleman and Plant in our district.

Why should you care:

  • Scenario 2 & 3 will drop property values – many bought homes here for Plant school zoning
  • Our kids’ education is at stake - children will be moved from A-rated to C-rated schools
  • Scenario 2 & 3 target diverse and middle-lower class families in our neighborhood – Plant already has the highest % of white students in the entire school district (68% white). Many of the 17% Hispanic, 5% black, 3% Asian live in our neighborhood
  • Lack of transparency - The school district presented this information with a limited timeframe and lack of accurate research for our growing community. Changes could take effect in the 2023/2024 school year
  • SCENARIO 1 saves the school district money and impacts the fewest people.

What you can do to help prevent our homes in the Grady/Coleman/Plant Districts from being re-zoned:

  • MOST IMORTANT – ATTEND THE SCHOOL BOARD MEETING Jan 10th -4-6pm at ROSSAC: 901 E. Kennedy Blvd
  • Sign the petition: https://www.change.org/NOtoRezone
  • Submit comments often through the boundary analysis map (Say no to Scenarios 2&3 in support of each other): www.hcps-boundary.org
  • Contact the superintendent and school board members.  Our school board representative is Stacy Hahn ([email protected]).  Our superintendent is Addison Davis ([email protected])
  • Share on social media or message/post on the HCPS Facebook page: www.facebook.com/HillsboroughSch
  • Join your neighbors to discuss other ideas to stop this rezoning in the Facebook Group: HCPS-Boundary Change

 

 

ATENCIÓN VECINOS: ACTÚE AHORA

EN CONTRA DE LOS CAMBIOS PROPUESTOS EN LOS LÍMITES ESCOLARES

LO QUE PUEDE ELIMINAR EL ACCESO DE NUESTROS HIJOS A

ESCUELA INTERMEDIA COLEMAN Y ESCUELA SECUNDARIA PLANT CON CALIFICACIÓN A

 

Quién se ve afectado: Las casas en las áreas de North Bon Air, Westshore Palms, Beach Park y Oakford Park han sido seleccionadas en el escenario 2 y 3 en el Análisis de Límites de las Escuelas Públicas del Condado de Hillsborough como rezonificación de escuelas con calificación A (Coleman y Plant) a escuelas con calificación C (Pierce y Jefferson). Estamos pidiendo a todos los vecinos que hablen y apoyen el escenario 1 que mantiene a Coleman y Plant en nuestro distrito.

Por qué debería importarle:

  1. Los escenarios 2 y 3 reducirán el valor de las propiedades: muchos compraron casas aquí por la zonificación de la escuela Plant.
  2. La educación de nuestros hijos está en juego: los niños serán trasladados de escuelas con calificación A a escuelas con clasificación C
  3. Los escenarios 2 y 3 se dirigen a familias diversas y de clase media-baja en nuestro vecindario: Plant ya tiene el porcentaje más alto de estudiantes blancos en todo el distrito escolar (68% blancos).  Muchos del 17% hispano, 5% negro, 3% asiático viven en nuestro vecindario
  4. Falta de transparencia - El distrito escolar presentó esta información con un marco de tiempo limitado y falta de investigación precisa para nuestra creciente comunidad. Los cambios podrían entrar en vigor en el año escolar 2023/2024
  5. El ESCENARIO 1 ahorra dinero al distrito escolar e impacta a la menor cantidad de personas.

Lo que puede hacer para ayudar a evitar que nuestros hogares en los distritos de Grady/Coleman/Plant sean rezonificados:

  1. IMPORTANTE- Atienda la reunion de la junta de colegios el 10 de Enero 4-6pm at ROSSAC: 901 E. Kennedy Blvd
  2. Firma la petición: https://www.change.org/NOtoRezone
  3. Envíe comentarios a menudo a través del mapa de análisis de límites (Diga no a los escenarios 2 y 3 en apoyo mutuo): www.hcps-boundary.org
  4. Póngase en contacto con el superintendente y los miembros de la junta escolar.  Nuestra representante de la junta escolar es Stacy Hahn ([email protected]).  Nuestro superintendente es Addison Davis ([email protected])
  5. Comparta en las redes sociales o envíe un mensaje/publicación en la página de Facebook de HCPS: www.facebook.com/HillsboroughSch
  6. Únase a sus vecinos para discutir otras ideas para detener esta rezonificación en el grupo de Facebook: HCPS-Cambio de límites

 

On Tuesday, February 14th the Kindergarten students will be putting on a Valentine's Day performance and you're invited!
 
  • 8:35 am - Rooms 1 & 2 (Ms. Lane & Mrs. Dosal's classes)
  • 9:00 am - Rooms 3 & 4 (Ms. Finitz & Mrs. Dreby's classes)
 
Please be sure you have enough time to go to the office and sign in before your child's performance starts. The show will be in the cafeteria and you can bring up to four guests per child.
 
Your kiddo can wear their best Valentines outfit. Red, pink, purple, or white shirts or dresses preferred.

Greeting Grady Tigers,

  
As the media specialist here at Grady, I would like to take a moment to thank the PTA and greater community for the support that has been shown throughout the renovation of the media center. I cannot begin to tell you what a positive impact it has had on the students, myself, and the rest of the staff. It is a much happier and inviting place to spend time. It would never have been possible without the help of many parents who worked tirelessly throughout the process, whether it was in the planning and design, the packing up prior to, the cleaning and reshelving of the books afterwards, or financial contributions. I am so happy to be a part of the Grady community that made this possible. My sincere thanks go out to every one of you that supported this effort.

  
I would like to invite all of you to be a part of the media program going forward so that it can continue
to better serve our students. Now that Covid has become less of a threat, and volunteers are returning
to the school, please consider finding a little time to assist in the media center. There are many ways
you can help, whether it be assisting with the day-to-day operations like checking out or shelving books,
assisting with book processing, reading to the lower grades, assisting in creating stimulating library
displays. We are also hoping to find several imaginative, enthusiastic people to assist in the design and
implementation of other programs such as the S.L.A.M showcase, author visits or our Makerspace. And,
of course, our book fairs require the work of many people to set up, run and pack up after the fun.

  
If you are interested in assisting, please contact me at [email protected] with a brief introduction
and an indication of what you would enjoy doing to make the library the best in the district. With your
help we can achieve that goal.

Congratulations to Dora Garcia, Leslie Ona, and Jade Timmons for being awarded for their commitment to excellence in education!
 
Dora Garcia - Instructional Support Employee of the Year - iPEEPS/VPK Support
 
Leslie Ona - Teacher of the Year - 3rd Grade Teacher
 
Jade Timmons - Ida S. Baker Diversity Educator of the Year - Art Teacher
 
Thank you for always going above and beyond for our students!
 
Grady Elementary Chorus is starting up on Monday, September 12th, 2022.
  
Chorus is open to all students in 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade.
We will have 2 shows this year. 
December 15th, 2022, will be our winter/holiday concert.
March 30th, 2023, will be our spring show.
 
* Rehearsals are held on Monday afternoons, right after school for 1 hour, from 1:05 - 2:05. 
* Pick-up will be at 2:10 at the front of the school. 
* Attire for the shows will vary, more information will come to the students in chorus. Grady's uniform of a Navy Top and Khaki Bottoms is classic, and a standard if your child does not want to dress up. 
 
You may register by using the link or the QR Code below.
 
Chorus Registration. Also at https://tinyurl.com/GradyChorus-2223
 

Grady Is #1 School & Awarded School of Excellence!!

September 1, 2022 - June 24, 2023

Grady Elementary was ranked #1 elementary school in Hillsborough County and #9 in the state of Florida. Alos, Grady PTA has earned the 2021-2023 School of Excellence designation. Thank you to all volunteers, teachers and staff for your support! If you would like to participate in Grady PTA please email [email protected].
Please click on the video about funding issues in our schools and be aware that the millage referendum is included in the August 23rd primary ballot (along with the school board elections for district 2, 4, and 6). To get more information about the millage referendum, please visit https://www.hillsboroughschools.org/strongschools. 
 
Click on https://www.votehillsborough.gov/VOTERS/Election-Day-Voting to get more information about voting hours and locations on Tuesday, August 23rd. 
 
To watch an informational video, click the "Related file" below.
We will be collecting gently used clothing for Clothes to Kids and school uniforms for our Uniform Swap at Open House in August. Please drop off any donations in the bin in front of the main office during school hours. 

Mr. Bruce's Retirement

May 15, 2022

Mr. Bruce is retiring after 21 years at Grady Elementary. PTA is collecting notes and emails from current and former students to share with him. Please drop off a note in the main office or send an email to [email protected] by Friday, May 20th. 

Summer VPK will be held at Mitchell Elementary. They are taking a limited number of students. Children entering Kindergarten this upcoming August and have not been in a VPK class are eligible. Scan the QR code to register. 

Working with the Hillsborough Transportation Planning Organization (TPO), Hillsborough County Public Schools is seeking input from our stakeholders about the transportation challenges and successes experienced related to student routes to and from school.

Please take a few minutes to respond to the 2022 Getting Students to School Survey by clicking:

https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/HCPS2022SRTS

If your household travels to and from more than one school, please respond to the survey for each route traveled.

Your answers to this survey will be combined with other data to guide a Safe Routes to School (SRTS) study that TPO will be conducting.

School Board Member Jessica Vaughn is currently a member of TPO.  The goal of this study is to identify a set of schools for more detailed transportation review.

This review will work to improve car line circulation, enhance the safety of current routes to school, and encourage students to walk, bike, and ride the bus to school.

Your participation is greatly appreciated.  All responses will remain anonymous and will not be used to identify you in any reporting. 

Additional information about the SRTS study can be found by visiting: 

https://planhillsborough.org/school/

Thank you.

April is "Light it Up Blue Autism Awareness" Month.

This picture was taken last Friday at Grady. Every Friday is Light is Up Blue to promote Autism Awareness during the month of April. The students are decorating puzzle pieces which they will be displaying in the hallway by the office (where the Veteran Stars usually go). One of our students will be selecting a winner daily for a prize. The winners are being announced on the morning show. We have several classrooms with ASD students at our school. We also currently have a DonorsChoose Project going on that would benefit our ASD students here at Grady. You can click the link or use the QR code below to donate to Grady's DonorsChoose Project.

 

Grady's DonorsChoose Project link

https://www.donorschoose.org/project/grady-elementary-autism-awareness-fundra/6318574/

 

Grady's DonorsChoose Project QR Code

Spring Concerts Information and schedules!!!

March 8, 2022 - March 31, 2022

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Grady Spring Concerts

 

Wednesday, March 30th: 1st and 2nd Grade 80's Concert 

All students in 1st and 2nd Grade 

6pm in the Cafeteria

1st Grade: "Goonies r Good Enough", "Holiday", "Cuel Summer"

2nd Grade: "Never Gonna Give You Up", "Don't Worry Be Happy", "Stand"

 

Thursday, March 31st: 3rd - 5th Grade 80's Concert 

Chorus Members Only 3rd - 5th Grade

6pm in the Cafeteria

 

Costume: Anything 80's: big hair, ripped jeans, rolled jeans, neon, spandex, lacy skirts and shirts, leg warmers, high-side ponytail, mullets, cut-off sweatshirts, double polo shirts with popped collars, etc.

 

Time Frames: Chorus students need to arrive in the Chorus room, 26, from 5-5:30pm, and the concerts will start at 6pm.

 

We are looking forward to seeing you today at The Grady Gatsby Dinner & Auction! We are looking forward to a roaring good time raising funds to revamp our Media Center!

 

To bid on items, click here

 

Items you can bid on:

 

Baskets: Class Baskets and Baskets from Local Businesses can be found in the silent auction or auction items tab. These baskets will also be displayed at auction and can be picked up at auction after the silent auction closes at 9:00PM, a last call announcement will be made before closing silent auction.

 

Certificates: Certificates collected by Homerooms and Certificates donated by Local Businesses can be found in the silent auction tab. Can be picked up at auction after the silent auction closes at 9:00PM, a last call announcement will be made before closing silent auction.

 

Teacher Experiences: Mr. Campbell will choose one Day in May where the students will run the school. All students that won teachers' experiences will be teachers for the day on that day. If a student wins more than one experience, arrangements will be made. Outing experiences will be scheduled with the teacher offering the experience. PTA will share a list of the people that won each experience with the school. There is no certificate to be collected for this experience. 

 

Paw Prints at the front of the school: You can find this item under the auction invitation, click the tab for Instabuy. You will see 1 listing for Paw Prints. Paw Prints are on sale for $250, you can have your family name or student name on it. Paw Prints will be painted over the summer and will stay at the front of the school until May 2023.

 

Live Auction: Live auction items are only available to people that attend the auction. You can see the items we have available for Live Auction in Qtego.

 

Thanks for supporting the Grady PTA! We can't wait to have a roaring good time at the auction!

 

The Grady PTA Auction Committee

Unlock the Treasures of Reading Night Cancelled Jan 19th

January 19, 2022 - January 20, 2022

Dear Tiger Families,
 
Out of an abundance of caution, Grady's Pirate Reading Night has been cancelled. We look forward to having the even next year.
 
Thank you and stay safe.
 
Sincerely,
 
The Grady PTA

The PTA needs your help!!!

January 13, 2022 - March 15, 2022

  

Dear Tiger Families,

 

Our PTA seeks your support and engagement to improve the condition of the intersection of W. Bay to Bay Boulevard at S. Lois Avenue.
 
Although Bay to Bay is located in the City of Tampa, it is a county road. An interlocal agreement between the city and Hillsborough County requires the county to pay for the installation of traffic signals on the entire County Road system, including roads in the city. On March 15 of each year, the city gives the county a list of priorities for county-funded improvements. An all-way traffic signal has been requested for this intersection for the past three years.
 
Presently, Hillsborough County has approved, but has not installed Rapid Response Flashing Beacons, to be placed adjacent to the existing crosswalk. This is a fine temporary fix, but it is not enough.
 
Therefore, we ask that you, our school’s families, engage with Hillsborough County Commissioners to demand (1) immediate installation of the Rapid Response Flashing Beacons, and (2) expedited planning and engineering of a traffic light in the intersection. We must demand that Hillsborough County deliver safer conditions for our families.
 
Please click on this link, Email Commissioners and select “Email All Commissioners,” describe the Subject as “Bay to Bay at Lois” and put this message in the message box:
 
Dear County Commission, please immediately install the Rapid Response Flashing Beacons that are already approved for the intersection of W. Bay to Bay Blvd. at S. Lois Ave., and (2) please expedite planning and engineering of an all-way traffic signal in the intersection. This is an important issue to me and my family. Thank you.
 
Once you have sent your emails, please share this information with your friends and neighbors. It is up to us to demand safety for our children and our community. Thank you for your efforts and time.
 
Sincerely,
 
The Grady PTA
 

Storybook Costume Day

 

Due to COVID there will NOT be a Storybook Parade this year. In its place we will have a Storybook Costume Day on Friday, October 29th. Teachers, staff and students are invited to dress in a costume depicting a favorite storybook character. Students are also encouraged to bring the book that depicts the character they are wearing.

Thank you to all families and friends that helped us reach our goal. We hit it out of the park and doubled our goal! We will be finalizing our individual prizes at the end of the week, so please check your account to make sure it shows what you were expecting. All cash donations received as of Friday afternoon have been added.

 

Friends and Family please click on this link to donate and help our school!!
 
 
#itspossiblewithpop
 
Tiger Trek will be on Thursday, October 7th and will include the distribution of t-shirts and pedometers.
 
Class parties and extra recess days for the winning classes will take place on Friday, October 8th. Teachers and Staff will also receive a treat on this day.
 
Step it Up prizes will be distributed partially in October and the rest on the Day of Awesomeness.
 
Due to current district protocols, the Day of Awesomeness is scheduled for Wednesday, March 2nd.
  
Volunteers are need for Tiger Trek.
 
The district has granted permission to have limited volunteers on campus on an as-needed basis. PTA or your teachers will reach out when there is a volunteer opportunity available.
   
Please note that all volunteers must complete a District Volunteer Application (https://apps.raptortech.com/Apply/NTc0MTplbi1VUw==) and must abide by district guidelines, which includes wearing a mask while on campus. 
 
Volunteers are needed to help with Tiger Trek on Thursday, October 7thCLICK HERE to sign up for a time slot.

Save The Dates!!! (upcoming events)

September 29, 2021 - March 5, 2022

Thank you to everyone who participated in Spirit Night at Moe's. Save the date for the below listed upcoming events.

  On Tuesday, September 21st, individual Fall picture will be taken. Information will be sent home with your student. It will contain an envelope with information on the packages you may purchase. All pictures must be paid for in advance. Pay at Strawbridge.net using the Online Code: FM363261 or return envelope that was sent home by Monday, September 20th. Please make checks payable to Strawbridge and include your address, phone number, student's name and student number for identification. 

  Your child has the opportunity to wear something different, still school appropriate, for their school pictures. Please wear bright colored clothes and a big Grady smile on Tuesday, September 21, 2021.

Mask Mandate extended until October 15, 2021!

September 9, 2021 - October 15, 2021

Dear Families,

At this evening’s regularly scheduled School Board meeting, Board members voted to extend the existing mask mandate for an additional 30 days. The mask mandate is now in place until October 15, 2021. The Board allows for a medical exemption opt-out of the mask mandate.

Before this evening’s decision, the Board was presented evidence that suggests the mask mandate is helping to keep positive cases and quarantines lower in our schools:

  • August 18 – Mask mandate instituted. 10,722 student/staff impacted by positive case or quarantine;
  • August 20 – Greatest number of students and staff impacted. 13,485 student/staff impacted by positive case or quarantine;
  • September 8 – 5,647 students/staff impacted - a 58% decrease from August 20.

The district will continue following other mitigation strategies on campus that are recommended by the CDC including having hand sanitizer in all buildings and encouraging hand washing throughout the day. The district will also work with our health partners to provide opportunities for vaccination clinics.

The Board and the District will continue to monitor the situation along with our local health partners.

Thank you,

Hillsborough County Public Schools

Face Covering Update

August 7, 2021 - September 3, 2021

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Parents and Guardians,

Our teachers, administrators, and support professionals are excited to welcome students back for the 2021-22 school year. I understand many of our parents remain concerned as COVID-19 continues to spread in our community, but please know that district leaders have been working tirelessly to ensure campuses are prepared to provide proper health and safety protocols when students and staff return.

On Friday, the Florida Department of Health adopted a new Emergency Rule, 64DER-21-12, which states “Students may wear masks or facial coverings as a mitigation measure, however, the school must allow for a parent or legal guardian to opt-out the student from wearing a face covering or mask.”

With that said, I am announcing today that Hillsborough County Public Schools will require face coverings but will allow parents or guardians to opt their child out from wearing a face covering or mask. This requirement will continue until at least September 3rd. We will continue to work with our health partners at TGH/USF Health to monitor conditions in our community at that time to make further decisions.

While the outcome may be the same whether we make face coverings optional or required with an opt-out, we believe this decision continues to illustrate that Hillsborough County Public Schools takes public safety seriously. We want to ensure we are doing all we can to help community wide efforts to mitigate the spread of COVID-19. By taking this position today, we hope this provides our families time over the weekend to talk with their children before the start of school on Tuesday, August 10.

Parents will be expected to have conversations with their children so that students will follow through with their parents’ expectations regarding wearing masks while at school.

If you wish to opt-out your child, please fill out the HCPS Mask Opt Out Form here - web.hillsboroughschools.org/maskoptoutThe only parents who should fill out the form are those who do not want their child to wear a mask. Parents must fill out a form for each child.

We are excited for the new school year and we thank you for trusting Hillsborough County Public Schools with your child’s education.

Respectfully,

Addison G. Davis

Superintendent of Schools

Beginning Of School Year Important Information

July 28, 2021 - August 31, 2021

Changes to Grady Security Protocols and Events

Due to changes in Hillsborough County Public Schools' policies, Grady Elementary updated the 2021-22 Security Procedures. On Tuesday, August 10th, parents will be able to walk their students to their classroom door. Starting on Wednesday, August 11th, students will enter campus independently through the designated front gates. Extra faculty, patrols, and Grady's Security Officer will be available to assist as needed. 

 

In addition, no visitors will be allowed on campus for the first 30 days. As a result, we have cancelled Tiger Tears (August 10th) and Grandparent's Breakfast (Sept 2 & 3). 

 

Due to the new Covid protocols, we have tentatively scheduled after school enrichment clubs to run from September 27th - November 17th. More details will be shared in early September. 

 

To view the HCPS's Covid-19 student protocols, please click here.  

  

School Kits

Thank you to everyone that ordered School Kits! The kits are being delivered to Grady and will be sent to your child's classroom by Open House. Please note that the kits do not include backpacks or headphones. If you did not order the school kits, you can find the list of supplies by grade HERE.

 

Uniform Swap

PTA will be hosting a Uniform Swap at Open House on August 6th from 8:00 - 10:00 am. You can drop off your gently worn uniforms at the Grady Elementary Office from July 26th - August 4th. Uniforms will be sorted by size and available to pick up during Open House. 

 

After School Enrichment Clubs

After School Enrichment Clubs are planned for Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays in Fall from September 13 - November 17th. More details about clubs will be announced in mid-August. Volunteers are needed for ASE Club attendance and dismissal. Please contact [email protected] if you are interested in volunteering. 

 

Amazon Wishlists

While purchasing teacher wish list items, please designate Grady PTA as the recipient of a portion of your Amazon purchases on Amazon Smile. Follow the link: https://smile.amazon.com/ch/23-7102322 to get started.  

 

Save the Date for Upcoming Events

PTA General Meeting via Zoom - August 13th at 8:00 am

    Zoom id: 246 994 1760

    Pw: Grady

    This will be a very quick meeting to review and approve our 2021-22 budget and vote in two new executive board members: 

  1.   Secretary - Katie Sickle
  2.   Corresponding Secretary - Rachel Zysk

 

Dad's Club 

1st meeting will be held Thursday, August 26th from 7-9 pm at the Brass Tap at 203 N. Dale Mabry Highway. Please RSVP to [email protected] and include your contact information (name and phone #). Dad's Club is open to all Grady dads.

2021-2022 Student Calendar

Board Approved 4/28/20

Students’ First Day of School

August 10, 2021

Labor Day Holiday/Non-Student Day

September 6, 2021

End of 1st Grading Period

October 8, 2021

*Veterans Day/Non-Student Day

November 11, 2021

*Fall Break/Non-Student Days

November 22 26, 2021

Students Return to School

November 29, 2021

End of 2nd Grading Period (End of 1st Semester)

December 17, 2021

Winter Break/Non-Student Days

December 20, 2021 December 31, 2021

Non-Student Day

January 3, 2022

Students Return to School

January 4, 2022

Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday/Non-Student Day

January 17, 2022

Non-Student Day

February 18, 2022

Presidents’ Day/Non-Student Day

February 21, 2022

Non-Student Day

March 7, 2022

End of 3rd Grading Period

March 11, 2022

Spring Break/Non-Student Days

March 14 18, 2022

Non-Student Day

March 21, 2022

Students Return to School

March 22, 2022

Non-Student Day

April 15, 2022

Last Day of School/End of 4th Grading Period (End of 2nd Semester)

May 27, 2022

* Hurricane Day(s) if needed: November 11, 22-24, and 26, 2021

Student Early Release Days

Students are released one hour early every Monday.
On the last day of school, May 27, 2022, students are released 2.5 hours early.

Edited 6/21/21

Grab and Go Meals for Summer!

June 8, 2021 - August 10, 2021


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Parents and families,

We know many students rely on our schools for access to nutritious breakfast and lunch throughout the academic year. The needs of our children do not go away once the school year ends.

That is why we are pleased to announce Hillsborough County Public Schools will be providing grab-and-go meals this summer at no cost to children 18 years of age and younger at 36 school sites.

Students will be provided with two days’ worth of breakfast and lunch every Monday and Wednesday from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. Distribution will begin on June 2nd and run through August 5th.

If a child is not present while picking up the meals, parents should be prepared to provide their child’s student number or their child’s name and birthdate for tracking purposes.

The summer grab-and-go sites are as listed below:

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Students enrolled in face-to-face summer school programs will also be provided free breakfast and lunch each day.

We thank our student nutrition services staff for continuing to work diligently to feed our learners year-round.

Have a great summer!

Addison G. Davis

Superintendent of Schools

School Supply Drive for 2021-2022!

May 13, 2021 - May 28, 2021

We will be collecting school supplies for our students in need for the 2021-22 school year. Our goal is to collect 35 bags. We have a list of commonly needed supplies below and also created an Amazon wishlist that will send supplies directly to the PTA: Grady PTA School Supply Drive Amazon Wishlist
 

School Supplies:

·         Pack of Dixon Ticonderoga # 2 pencils

·         Box of 8 pack Washable Markers

·         Plastic 3 prong pocket folders (blue, green, yellow, red)

·         Regular box of 24 crayons

·         Primary scissors

·         Wide ruled spiral notebook 1 subject

·         Pencil Pouch

·         Glue sticks

·         Erasers

·         Wide ruled notebook filler paper

·         Expo markers

·         Composition notebook

·         Backpack

 
Thank you for all of your support! Please contact jannine@gradytigers.org with any questions. 
Free Bike Helmet and Fitting Event at Grady Elementary

Did you know that wearing a properly fitted bicycle helmet reduces the risk of head, brain, and severe brain injury by up to 88%?

TO HELP KEEP STUDENTS SAFE, Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospital will be hosting a Drive-Through Bicycle Safety event in partnership with Sidewalk Stompers to promote proper helmet use and provide students with FREE bike helmets. 

Attendees will receive bicycle safety information and a FREE bike helmet.  

*For safety purposes, all individuals attending these events are required to wear a face mask. 

*Student must be registered and present to receive a helmet. 

 

When: Thursday, May 13th from 3:30 - 5:30 pm
Where: Grady Elementary. Helmet fitting will take place in the car loop on Morrison Ave. 
What to bring: Your head. Also, your helmet if you already have one.
Who: Certified helmet fitters from Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospital and Sidewalk Stompers, Inc.
How: Register here

We would like for feedback. Please complete the School Of Excellence Survey by May 14th.

(Nos gustaría recibir comentarios. Por favor complete la Encuesta de Escuela de Excelencia antes del 14 de mayo.)

 

English version

https://www.gradytigers.org/school-of-excellence-survey

 

Spanish version (versión en Español)

https://www.gradytigers.org/school-of-excellence-survey-spanish

 

Brick and mortar students take home letter about the School of Excellence Survey:

The Grady PTA is looking for volunteers for the 2021-2022 school year. Please attend one of two informational sessions on Thursday, April 1st to find the best position that meets your desired level of participation. Most opportunities can be done from home! You will also have a chance to meet the current PTA President as well as the President Elect for the next school year.
 
Meeting Details
Date: Thursday, April 1st
Time: 8am and 7pm
 
Join Zoom Meeting
Meeting ID: 379 084 0619
Passcode: Volunteer
Hello 5th Grade Parents,
 
If your child will be attending Coleman in the fall now is your opportunity to get involved for next year!  Please go to colemanptsa.membershiptoolkit.com  
and register.  After registering, Click on My forms/paperwork from the Drop down menu and then click family information. You will need to add your child and please make sure to mark them as a 5th grader so they will automatically be moved up in the summer. You can then go to calendar subscriptions where you can subscribe to the Coleman Chronicle which is similar to the Roosevelt Charge but only comes out 1-2 times per month. 
 
There are not too many volunteer opportunities available so if you would like to get involved,   Coleman is currently recruiting for their executive board positions which are listed below. Please click the link to fill out the form if you are interested. We are looking for all positions but particularly a Treasurer. The commitment is much smaller in middle school along with a much smaller budget to manage. We utilize Quickbooks for the accounting software which is very user friendly and many of the volunteers work full time so the time commitment is minimal. Willingness to Serve forms for the Board will be sent out in April along with all pertinent information such as Camp Cobra etc for incoming Middle School families.  
 

2020/22 Willingness to Lead (Executive Committee)

The PTSA Nominating Committee is presently seeking nominations for the 2021/22 Executive Committee (elected officers of the PTSA). The positions include: 

President Presides at meetings of the organization. Coordinates and serves as liaison between PTSA, SAC, school staff & administration, students, parents, and community. Serves as a resource and support to all PTSA committees. 

VP of Mini Grants Collects and presents to the PTSA Board all mini-grant requests from school staff & administration, students, and parents. Coordinates collection of supporting documents and related payment for approved mini grants. 

VP of Volunteers Organizes and distributes the contact information of volunteers for all PTSA committees in the first weeks of school. Works with PTSA committees and school staff to assist with volunteer needs. 

VP of Fundraising Implements all fundraising activities for PTSA. In recent history, this is a one-time donation letter writing campaign to all Coleman families included in the First Day Packets.  Creates recognition flyers. Oversees and assists Business Sponsorships Committee and Spirit Nights.

Treasurer Maintains custody of checkbook, oversees all funds, and keeps accurate and timely financial records. Makes disbursements in accordance with approved budget. Presents current financial statements at all General Membership and Board meetings. This is an important position that involves attention to detail, a sense of urgency, and constant communication with the President. 

Recording Secretary Records Minutes of all General Membership and Board meetings and distributes to members. 

Corresponding Secretary Coordinates with all PTSA Board members, school staff & administration and prepares all written communication including emails and the Coleman Chronicle.

Any PTSA member with the willingness and ability to serve and provide leadership is welcome to apply.

Questions?  Please contact Rachel Nestor @[email protected] 

New NO LEFT TURN sign at Grady and Morrison!!

February 10, 2021 - March 31, 2021

Please be aware of the no left turn sign at the intersection of Grady and Morrison. Left turns are not permitted Monday-Friday from 7-8 am or 1-3pm. 

Safer Internet Week Feb 8th - 12th!!

February 8, 2021 - February 12, 2021

We are inviting you to celebrate Safer Internet Day next week by attending a Live Event during our weeklong celebration. We would love for you to consider joining us! Please register using the links below!

 

National PTA is proud to support the goals of Safer Internet Day by hosting an entire week of digital safety experiences February 8-12, 2021 to help PTAs and families create a safer, kinder, more inclusive online community together.

 

This interactive series will include something for everyone—PTA leaders, teachers and family members—including kids! You can attend all our sessions or pick the one that’s right for you.

 

Monday, February 8th at 7:00 PM ET

The Internet Starts with “I” and Ends with “T” (Sponsored by Facebook)

Tune in here: National PTA’s Facebook page

Hear what Connect Safely and National PTA are doing to help PTAs and families stay safe, kind and inclusive online during Safer Internet Week and throughout the year.

 

Tuesday, February 9th at 7:00 PM ET

National PTA’s Safer Internet Day: Real Conversations with Families about Digital Kindness

Register here

Families will share their experiences with online exclusion, racism or bullying, conversations they have had within their families about these experiences, and advice for creating a kinder, more inclusive online community.

 

Wednesday, February 10th at 7:00 PM ET

Workshop: Helping Families Navigate Technology (Sponsored by Google)

Register here

Join us in celebrating Safer Internet Day with the Google Families Team to discuss programs, products, and tools to help families stay safer while using games, apps. While we chat, your kids will be invited to play Interland, a fun game to help kids become a confident explorer of the digital world.

 

Thursday, February 11th at 7:00 PM ET

The Ultimate School Assembly (Sponsored by TikTok)

Tune in here: @_ms_frost_ on TikTok

Everyone’s on TikTok these days! Join in to hear how TikTok creator, Ms. Frost, protects her family's personal information and stay safe online, and how you can do the same with your kids.

 

Friday, February 12th at 7:00 PM ET

Have The Smart Talk (Sponsored by NortonLifeLock)

Register here

Learn about online safety risks, how to create effective digital safety community partnerships, and how The Smart Talk can help your family determine online values, set privacy boundaries and stay better connected.

During the Winter Break, should your family have any positive cases or exposures, please email Mike Campbell. My email address is available on the Grady and Grady PTA websites. Thank you for continuing to partner with us. Our whole school community is dependent on parent communication regarding COVID-19 positivity and exposures in order to stay safe. 

I wanted to say thank you to all the students, families and staff. This has been a very trying year and everyone has been understanding of all the new protocols and changes we have had to endure. We are fortunate to have such a wonderful community here at Grady Elementary. Our wish is for everyone to have a safe Winter Break.

Thank you and stay safe.

Mike Campbell

[email protected]

Yearbook Pictures for eLearners

December 9, 2020 - January 31, 2021

If you did not come to school for your child/children's yearbook photo, you can email a photo.

  • Please send your photo for yearbook in an email to [email protected].
  • Please include "Yearbook Photo" in the subject line.

Hurricane ETA update!!!

November 11, 2020 - November 14, 2020

Hillsborough County Families,

The Hillsborough County Emergency Operations Center has declared a local state of emergency as Tropical Storm Eta continues its path towards the west coast of Florida.

Due to this declaration, several of our school sites have been designated as storm shelters for our community.

We have made the decision to close all schools on Thursday, November 12th and Friday, November 13th.  Rest assured that we did not make this decision lightly as we understand this can create a hardship for our families.  However, we must place the safety of our students and staff first and take many things into consideration that includes possible road closures, high winds, damage to school buildings, power outages and whether our schools are being used as shelters.

All after school activities are canceled for Thursday, however, games and after school activities on Friday will remain as scheduled.  

Even if Hillsborough County receives minimal effects from the storm, please remember our district plays a vital role in supporting our community. Several counties in South Florida and on the west coast have already been declared a state of emergency and their residents will need shelter from the storm.

While schools are closed, teachers and students will be asked to engage in remote learning similar to our “Smart Start Week” back in August as a way to continue instructional momentum. Teachers will use Canvas and other online strategies they use on a regular basis for interacting with students. I understand that many students may not have accessibility to digital devices, so teachers will work with their learners and allow them adequate time to complete all assignments upon our return.  

Today is Veterans Day and is already a scheduled day off from school. With this said, we will continue to monitor this storm over the next few hours and provide updates on its path and overall impact.

We encourage all families and employees to take all necessary precautions at their homes and plan for the possible effects of Tropical Storm Eta. You can stay up to date with the latest information on our district’s Facebook and Twitter pages and on our website at www.hillsboroughschools.org.  At this time, we are projected to reopen on Monday, November 16th.

I appreciate everyone’s flexibility as we partner with our county leaders to ensure residents have a safe haven during this unpredictable time.

Respectfully,

Addison Davis

Superintendent

Refelections Art Program Important Dates!

November 5, 2020 - November 30, 2020

"I Matter Because..." Do you enjoy art? Then join us and have fun unleashing your inner artist with the PTA Reflections! This year's theme, "I Matter Because...," calls for your own unique interpretation through the arts. Please reach out to Mrs. Grigsby if you need paper to complete your project.
 
CLICK HERE for rules and guidelines and to enter, complete the form below.
 
Important Dates:
November 17th - PTA Reflections projects are due. CHANGED DUE TO HURRICAN ETA!!! 
November 18th - Date for Judging
November 20th - Awards announced during Morning Show

The Morning Show now for ELearners!!!

October 29, 2020 - December 31, 2020

We are excited to announce that our E-Learning students can now enjoy the morning show live at 7:40 every morning through zoom.

 

Here is the info: 

Zoom ID # 821 0413 5739 

Passcode  TigerTV#1 

 

The easiest way to connect is by:

  • go to Grady Media Center in Canvas.
  • then click on the Zoom Icon in the navigation bar to the left
  • select the Morning Show Stream meeting. 

If you prefer to go in by the link here it is:   https://sdhc.zoom.us/j/82104135739?pwd=Rm1ITEhtYmRybU1vK3FSZ2I2NTVpdz09

Hillsborough County Public Schools Families,

As COVID-19 continues to impact our community, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has provided clarification on how organizations define who is considered a close contact of a COVID-19 positive person. This clarification does not impact our COVID-19 Response Protocols, developed in collaboration with the Department of Health – Hillsborough (DOH-Hillsborough), but contains important safety updates designed to keep families safe.

Previously, the CDC described a close contact as someone who was within six feet of an infected person for 15 minutes or more.

The CDC now has further defined a close contact as someone who was within six feet of an infected person for a cumulative total of 15 minutes or more over a 24-hour period starting from two days before illness onset (or, for asymptomatic people, two days prior to test date) until the time the person is isolated.

Using our COVID-19 Response Protocols, we advise our schools to consider the following factors when investigating a close contact:

  • Proximity
  • Duration of exposure
  • Symptoms

Working with the medical experts at the DOH-Hillsborough, school district leaders have always emphasized caution in our decision making and examine each case strategically when determining who had contact with a positive case and in turn, who must quarantine.

Because of our already measured approach with contact tracing, we do not believe this clarification from CDC will result in more individuals from schools required to quarantine. We do understand, however, that medical experts are continually revising guidance and revising direction as they learn more about the transmission of COVID-19. These recommendations are expected to evolve as the virus remains a health concern across the nation.

We also want to remind families that if you suspect you or your child has COVID-19 please visit one of the many testing sites across Hillsborough County. A comprehensive listing of sites can be viewed, here https://www.hillsboroughcounty.org/en/residents/public-safety/emergency-management/stay-safe/getting-tested. There is no charge for testing at any of these COVID-19 public testing sites and insurance is not required. You can also call DOH-Hillsborough weekdays at 813-307-8076 to schedule testing.

We will continue to work with DOH-Hillsborough on our contract tracing protocols. The health and safety of our students and staff remains a top priority and together, we will reduce the spread of this challenging virus.

 

Respectfully,

Addison G. Davis                                                         Dr. Douglas Holt

Superintendent of Schools                                             Director

Hillsborough County Public Schools                              DOH-Hillsborough

Red Ribbon Week 10/26 - 10/30

October 23, 2020 - October 31, 2020

October 26th through the 30th is Red Ribbon Week! Red Ribbon is the largest drug abuse prevention campaign in the nation. Let's join them in their mission to keep kids drug free.
 
Monday - "Grady's Kids Pledge to Be Drug Free" - hand out stickers and wear red
 
Tuesday - "Don't get Tied Up in Bad Choices" and School Picture Day - Wear a TIE today pledging to make good choices for a drug free lifestyle
 
Wednesday - "Turn your back on Drugs" - Wear your clothes backwards
 
Thursday - "Make Good Choices and Sock it to Drugs" - Wear CRAZY SOCKS today showing that you are not afraid to say "No" to drugs!
 
Friday - "I've got better things to do than drugs" - Wear your favorite sports team shirt or wear your storybook costume. 

Monday - "Grady's Kids Pledge to Be Drug Free" - hand out stickers and wear red

Tuesday - "Don't get Tied Up in Bad Choices" - Wear a TIE today pledging to make good choices for a drug free lifestyle. 

Wednesday - "Turn your back on Drugs" - Wear your clothes backwards

Thursday - "Make Good Choices and Sock it to Drugs" - Wear CRAZY SOCKS today showing that you are not afraid to say "No" to drugs!

Friday - "I've got better things to do than drugs" - Wear your favorite sports team shirt or wear your storybook costume. 

5th Grade Committee Meeting

October 7, 2020

The next 5th Grade Committee Meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, October 20th.

The meeting is to be held virtually on ZOOM.

Meeting ID: 477 294 2480

Passcode: 5th Grade

Dear Parents and Guardians,

As part of our ongoing partnership with TGH/USF Health, we have created an informational video regarding Infection Prevention with COVID-19.

It is vital information that you may have heard before but these are steps we can take to protect ourselves and those around us.

Our local experts in the field of public health and infectious disease joined me, along with Chief of Staff Michael McAuley, to discuss:

  • Transmission of and the incubation period for COVID-19
  • Impact of COVID-19 on children
  • Strategies to mitigate the spread of COVID-19 in our schools
  • What we can expect this fall and winter with flu season and COVID-19

I encourage you to take some time to watch the video at this link: https://youtu.be/9H4r1ksGZ64

The medical experts from Tampa General Hospital and USF Health, including Dr. Patricia Emmanuel, Chair, Department of Pediatrics and Dr. Claudia Espinoza, Associate Professor of Pediatrics, at USF, and Peggy Thompson, RN, Director of Infection Prevention at TGH, shared their insights as we continue to deal with the challenges of COVID-19 on our community.

Thank you to our friends at TGH/USF Health for providing guidance on the necessary steps we have implemented for a healthy, safe environment for everyone in our district.

Respectfully,

Addison G. Davis

Superintendent of Schools

Congratulations to Ms. Finitz, Mr. Florio and Ms. Richmond each of whom are being awarded for their commitment to excellence in education! 
 
- Ms. Sara Finitz, kindergarten teacher, has been named Grady Teacher of the Year
 
- Mr. Steven Florio, Music Specialist, has been named Ida S. Baker Diversity Educator of the Year
 
- Ms. Sandra Richmond, Principal's Secretary, has been named Non-Instructional Support Person of the Year.
 
We are so lucky to have these amazing teachers and staff supporting our school and students!

Grady PTA wins COVID-19 Relief Grant!!

August 28, 2020 - September 30, 2020

Grady PTA was awarded a COVID-19 Relief Fund Grant sponsored by TikTok. 
 
This grant will be used to make sure every student at the school has the materials they need to complete assignments and Be able to continue with art and science projects without sharing resources. The grant focuses in 3 areas:
 
1) Basic supplies for students in need. We have created 35 bags with basic supplies.  
 
2) Art materials for art projects and for Reflections Art Competition. (A Black Fine point sharpie and a set of watercolors will be available for all K-5th Grady students, distribution for eLearners TBD).
 
3) Science Kits (We are working on finalizing lists of supplies by grade level, for b&m and eLearners).
 

COVID-19 Policies from our Superintendent

August 26, 2020 - September 30, 2020

For more information on the steps that will be taken for anyone who tests positive for COVID-19, and anyone who comes in contact with a person who tests positive for the virus. 

CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFOMATION

Para obtener más información sobre los pasos que se tomarán para cualquier persona que dé positivo en la prueba de COVID-19 y cualquier persona que entre en contacto con una persona que dé positivo en la prueba del virus.

HAGA CLIC AQUÍ PARA MÁS INFORMACIÓN

Instructions For Students With Medication/s

August 18, 2020 - August 31, 2020

Any students who will need to have medication at Grady should call the school and set an appointment with Ms. Rehmann, our school nurse. Ms. Rehmann will get all the necessary paperwork ready for you. Once all the paperwork is complete, call Ms. Rehmann again to schedule an appointment to drop off the medicine.

 

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Dear Hillsborough County Public Schools Families, 

For the 2020-21 school year, we are excited to share that we will be moving to a new learning management platform called Canvas—a new hub of learning for our school district for all PreK-12th grade students, parents and educators. Over the next few weeks, we will be providing you with training material and videos so that you are prepared for the school year. 

Click here to view an important Canvas introductory video from Superintendent Addison G. Davis to get you started.

Canvas provides live (in-class instruction for teachers to use, once students are back inside classrooms) and virtual instruction options. This platform is user-friendly regardless of your learning style.  

We want to make sure the transition to Canvas is as smooth as possible; that is why we created a Hillsborough Canvas Family Guide where tips, resources and training will be updated periodically for our entire Hillsborough Schools Family to view.  To access this guide, visit the Families section of hillsboroughschools.org under Helpful Links, and click the Canvas Family Guide.  

Although student courses are not available yet, we encourage you to become familiar with this new platform. Once you have logged into Canvas you can access this guide any time by clicking the help icon. 

NOTE:  If you have already created a district MySPOT account to access Edsby or Online Report Cards, you do not have to create an account.  The current email address and password you use to login will automatically work for Canvas.

Fast Facts about Canvas: 

  • 95% of higher education institutions use Canvas—which helps prepare our students for life after high school.  
  • Through Canvas, parents can be observers, monitor student progress, see feedback from teachers, and see student assignments.  
  • Canvas also offers a free APP where grades and course content can be viewed. Students can submit assignments and keep track of course work with a to-do list and a calendar. Messages can be sent and received; discussions can be posted, and students and parents can receive push notifications for new grades and course updates—a great way to monitor student progress on the go.  
  • Canvas provides feedback to students on their work; teachers can leave comments directly on assignment pages. Teachers can also record a video to give details on assignments and encourage students, which builds a better connection between teacher and student during virtual learning. 

Teachers and staff are currently working on professional development training— include Canvas training, to enrich student instruction in a virtual environment.  

Thank you for your patience as we work together to create the tools needed for teachers and students to succeed. We look forward to providing you with this new hub of learning.  

Respectfully, 

Hillsborough County Public Schools


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Grady Virtual Open House 8/19 !

August 12, 2020 - August 20, 2020

Grady Virtual Open House

Wednesday, August 19th

Zoom Meetings for every teacher or pair of teachers at both time slots:

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

5:30 Pm - 6:30 PM

Everyone will receive their teacher/s Zoom meeting ID and Password with their teacher assignment by mail in their Student Placement Packet. Instructional materials pick up will take place on August 20th and 21st. Times are still being finalized.

***If you have not received your teacher assignment, zoom meeting ID and password by end of business on August 17th; please call the school office on Tuesday, August 18th.*** 

Tiger Trek Tee Shirt - Sponsorship Deadline Sept. 11th

August 3, 2020 - September 11, 2020

One of the first events of the year is Tiger Trek!  This year it will be a little different as we are raising money as a school, meaning if we can raise $15,000 then every student and teacher will receive a Tiger Trek shirt!  Students who individually raise over $300 will be receiving a shirt in reverse colors to show their achievement.

Would you like your family or business represented on the back of the shirts?  Then sign up as a Family or Business Sponsor, Tiger Red (Bengal) or higher.  The deadline for having your name included as a sponsor on the back of the Tiger Trek shirt is September 11.  Please see the attached sponsorship form or visit https://www.gradytigers.org/tiger-partnership-program for more information.

 

Sponsorship Levels

  • Leader of the Pack $10,000
  • Tiger Silver $5,000
  • Tiger Bronze $2,500
  • Tiger Red $1,000
  • Tiger Yellow $500
  • Tiger Green $250

 

Thank you for your support!

Sincerely,
The Grady PTA

Still time to submit "Student Letter Of Intent"

July 27, 2020 - August 24, 2020

Dear Tiger Families,

 
I just wanted to give everyone a quick update on our return status to this point. Our student declaration of intent for Grady is as follows:
 
Response rate: 81%
 
Face to Face: 50%
eLearning: 28%
Virtual: 3%
No response: 19%
 
There is still time to submit your student declaration of intent. The intent can be found at https://intent2020.hcps.net/. If your child does not have a student number, please call the school and we will help you with your intent.
 
Due to the change in the start date for the 2020-2021 school year, Open House will be moved to a later date and held virtually. Student placements will also be sent out closer to the start of school. We will communicate the new Open House and student placement dates once they are established.
 
Thank you and stay safe!
 
Mike Campbell
Principal

First Day of School Pushed Back to August 24th

The School Board voted to approve the Superintendent’s recommendation that the first day of school for students be moved from August 10th until August 24th.

Teachers and staff will return to schools as planned on July 31st.

The School Board also approved a new student calendar to make up for missed classroom time due to pushing the school start day to August 24. You can find that revised calendar here.

The School Board also voted on a new bell schedule to ensure students have the required amount of time in their courses.

PTA School Supply Drive Extended

July 22, 2020 - August 13, 2020

We have added dates to our school supply drive. Supplies can now be donated  on July 30th, August 6th, & August 13th from 9:00 am - 2:00 pm at Grady Elementary. 
To limit contact and keep our families safe, there will be a box on the sidewalk where you can drop any donations. Drive through the car loop on Morrison Ave and the box will be right under the overhang at our school entrance. 
 
Our goal is to create 150 kits to provide to our students in need so that they can successfully complete all of their assignments whether in person or via eLearning. We also want additional cleaning supplies to ensure that we can keep our school as clean and safe as possible. 
 
REQUESTED ITEMS:
 

Uniforms:

School uniforms in good condition can be donated for our annual uniform swap. Details about the uniform swap will be provided in early August.

 

School Kits:

  • Pack of Dixon Ticonderoga # 2 pencils

  • Box of 8 pack Washable Markers

  • Plastic 3 prong pocket folders (blue, green, yellow, red)

  • Regular box of 24 crayons

  • Scissors

  • Wide ruled spiral notebook 1 subject

  • College ruled spiral notebook 1 subject

  • Pencil Pouch

  • Glue sticks

  • Erasers

 

Health and Safety:

  • Sanitizing Wipes (wipes must not contain bleach)
  • Hand Sanitizer (any brand)
  • Lysol disinfectant spray
  • Liquid hand soap
  • Face Masks (reusable or disposable)

 

Science Kits:

There is a wish list on amazon of items requested to make individual science kits

https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1U2Y4X2VFW34P?ref_=wl_share


Due to Covid-19, our needs have significantly increased this year because there are more families having a hard time buying school supplies, larger quantities of items are needed to avoid students sharing supplies, more cleaning items are requested to supplement what the district is providing, and less funds are available from School Kit sales to purchase missing items. 

 

Thank you for supporting our school and students! We need your help more than ever during these unprecedented times. 

We can’t believe that the school year has already wrapped up. Thanks to all of our amazing teachers, staff, students and families that helped make this a wonderful year at Grady Elementary and did an incredible job transitioning to eLearning! Congratulations to all of our fifth graders and best of luck in middle school!

Don't forget to order your school supply box filled with the exact items requested by your child's teacher. Buy your school supplies early and avoid crowded stores and long waits for shipping this summer. Order online at www.shopttkits.com and enter account number 36155. Place your order by June 5, 2020.  

Thank you to Grady’s 2019-20 Business and Family Tiger Partners.  Grady PTA recognizes and gratefully appreciates each of the following Family and Business Tiger Partners:

Tiger Business Partners

Family Sponsors: 

  • Leader of the Pack level partner: Drs. Siviero & Heather Agazzi
  • Tiger Bronze partners: Melanie Edwards Fowler; The Gibbs Family; The House Family; and The Zysk Family
  • Red (Bengal) level partners: Angi Comas; The Christopher Family; The Du Family; The Fitzgerald Family; The Gomez Family; The Jacobs Family - Jennifer, Jeremy, Welles & Briggs; The Ledford Family; The Lueckeman Family; The Roush Family; and The Schentrup Family
  • Yellow (Cougar) level partners: John Paul and Rosemarie Getting; The Neward Family; Khue and NamSon Nguyen Family; and Ken Vu
  • Green (Cub) level partner: The Knittle Family

Thanks to the generous support of our sponsors and everyone who donated to our fundraisers, particularly Tiger Trek and our online Auction, we raised the funds to build our track in just one year!! We are very excited to start construction of our track at school!

A sincere thank you to all of our PTA Board Members and all of the volunteers that participated during the 2019-20 school year! We are extremely appreciative of your time and support!

Congratulations to our 2020-21 Executive Board! 

President - Norma Maiz
VP of Membership - Rachel Zysk
VP of Communication - Ivelise Revett
VP of Sponsorship - Kate Nelson
VP of Fundraising/Ways and Means - Kat Cowley
VP of Events - Jahaira Quintana
VP of Volunteer Relations - Brad Smith
VP of Special Projects - Jannine Neward
VP of Finance - Clarissa Medeiros
Treasurer - Heather Moniz
Secretary - Margarita Rivas
Corresponding Secretary - Kate Beauregard
 
We hope that you all have a safe, happy summer.

Please click on the links below for the 2020-2021 School Supply lists. If there are any changes due to coronavirus, we will share them.

For familes in need, the PTA is hosting a drive to provide basic school supplies. More information and who to contact is coming soon.

Below please find the schedule for the online End of Year Awards. Please note that the awards are by invitation only. Teachers will be reaching out to families to let them know if their child will receive an award. They will also be providing the Zoom link and password.

Please contact the fifth grade teachers with any questions regarding the fifth grade car line clap out. 

 

Tuesday, May 26
9:00 Brinson/Minardi
10:00 Kindergarten
11:00 1st Grade
12:00 2nd Grade

 
Wednesday, May 27
9:00 3rd Grade
10:00 4th Grade
11:00 5th Grade

 

Thursday, May 28
9:00 - 9:30 am - Fifth Grade Car Line Clap Out

 

Friday, May 29
9:00 - 2:00 pm - Student return of devices

Friday, May 22 – Grady will be collecting and returning student materials according to the schedule below. Families should drive through the front parking lot and remain in their cars. An employee will ask for the child’s name (if you have a car hang tag, please display) and will bring your child’s materials to the car. Families should return any library books, teacher books, or textbooks they may have at home. Laptops will NOT be collected at this time. Students with siblings will be able to pick up every child’s materials during the youngest child’s time. 


  • PreK and K:    9:00 – 9:45am

  • 1st Grade:     10:00 – 10:45am

  • 2nd Grade:     11:00 – 11:45am

  • 3rd Grade:     12:00 – 12:45pm

  • 4th Grade:    1:00 – 1:45pm

  • 5th Grade:    2:00 – 2:45pm

Welcome New Grady Tiger Families!

Below are the registration documents needed for the 2020-2021 school year. Please read the registration letter that applies to your family and follow the directions given. If you are unable to print or provide the files electronically, you may come to the school for a paper registration packet. Please call Grady Elementary at 813-872-5325 to set up a time to pick up the registration packet.  Once your packet is complete, contact Heather Tanski, our Data Processor, to set up a time to register your child. Contact info is provided below.


Email: [email protected]

Fax number: 813-356-1476

Phone number: 813-872-5325

 

To get a Student ID Number for registration, please fill out the form at the link below:

Student Declaration Of Intent

 

Registration Documents:

Registration In-County Letter

Registration Kindergarten and Out-of-County Letter

SER

Residency Form

Release of Records

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Teacher Appreciation Week

Teacher and Staff Appreciation Week is coming up next week, May 4-8th. Unfortunately, we won't be able to honor our teachers and staff in person as we normally would, but we still want to ensure that they feel our gratitude for everything they've done and continue to do for our students. 

Given the unprecedented nature of this year’s event, we are asking for some help from our Grady students and families. If your student would like to mail a card with personal words of appreciation or a gift card for the teachers/staff, you can send via email or mail a card directly to the school before May 7th as our teachers will be stopping by the school to clean out their classrooms next week. Please clearly mark the name of the teacher/staff member on the card to ensure it is routed to the correct person. Mail cards to Grady Elementary School, 3910 Morrison Ave, Tampa, FL 33629 (please do not personally drop off any cards or gifts at the school). You can also send egift cards via email, but we encourage you to confirm the email address and give your teacher/staff member a heads up so that the email does not get deleted or lost in junk mail. 

The PTA will provide our teachers and staff with a goodie bag on May 5th. The goodie bag will contain a coupon for a lunch at Wright's that can be picked up at their convenience, a Grady baseball hat, an Rtic tumbler with Grady logo, baseball cookies, crackerjacks, as well as a note of thanks for all they do in a drawstring backpack. 

Thank you for all of your support! 

We miss our Grady teachers and staff! Please click on the Grady Staff 2020 video to watch the very sweet video created by our Grady staff for our students and families. 
Don't miss the chance to buy this year's yearbook! The deadline to order online is this Thursday. Please visit www.strawbridge.net and enter code yb112045. We will provide instructions for picking up the yearbook in mid to late May.  
 

Tiger King Mike Exotic is no ordinary principal!!! Click here to watch the amazing video where he shows the future site of our new tiger habitat - a track!! Proceeds from the Grady PTA's Tiger King of Auctions will be used to provide educational opportunities for our students and help us build our track. We have already raised $60,000 toward our track and are only $10,000 away from our goal!

Bidding starts May 2nd at 6:00 pm, and closes on May 9th. Bidding will take place online via Qtego (https://qtego.net/qlink/gradytigers). Register now! 

Please note that registration requires you to enter a credit card, but you will not be charged unless you win an auction item on May 9th.  

Click on https://qtego.net/qlink/gradytigers to preview some of the items donated by our families, teachers, and community partners.

 
Centra Care is still open and taking every precaution to keep you safe and help you feel better, fast. In addition to following the guidelines set forth by the CDC, most prescriptions and over the counter medications are available onsite, so you can skip an extra trip to the pharmacy. Walk in, or make an online reservation at CentraCare.org. For additional details, please click on Centra Care


Below are some upcoming important dates
04/30 - Last Day to Order Yearbooks Online
05/02 - Grady Online Auction Starts at 6:00 pm
05/09 - Final day of Grady Online Auction and Virtual Party from 6:00 - 9:30 pm
05/25 - Memorial Day - No School
05/29 - Last Day of School
06/05 - Deadline to order School Supply Kits


PTA Awards

We are excited to announce that the Grady PTA won the following awards from the Hillsborough County Council PTA:

  • Golden Participation (for participation in county level meetings, trainings, conferences, and workshops)
  • Volunteer Hours (for logging volunteer hours of at least 2x the membership number)
  • Arts in Education (for Grady’s Doodad Sculpture Contest)
  • Health & Safety (for Grady’s Walk to School Wednesdays)

Congratulations to Grady’s individual nominees: Mr. Mike Campbell (Principal of the Year), Ms. Melissa Carl (Instructional Person of the Year), Ms. Heather Tanski (Non-instructional Person of the Year), and Mr. Brad Smith (Volunteer of the Year).  We are proud of you and how well you represent our school! 

Thank you to Ms. Grigsby and all of our volunteers that supported our PTA programs! 


School Supply Kits
This year we are again offering the Teacher Tailored supply kit program which offers pre-packed, school supply boxes filled with the exact items requested by your child's teacher. Supply orders include the exact colors, quantities, and brands your teachers have approved for class. Buy your school supplies early and avoid crowded stores and long waits for shipping this summer.

Order online at www.shopttkits.com and enter account number 36155. Place your order by June 5, 2020.

Box Tops
Don't forget to scan or clip your Box Tops. Remember to scan your receipts into the Box Top app and send a picture of your screenshot with the amount you have collected to Jena Ali at [email protected] to get credit. If you have digital receipts that you can't print and scan (such as from Instacart or store pickups), you can email your receipt to Receipts@boxtop4education.com from the email associated with your Box Tops account. Help us reach our Box Tops goal!

Important Resources for Families
Please click on the links to view:
Hillsborough County Public School Updates
Hillsborough County Public Schools Call Hotline in English
Linea Telefonicas Directas en Español
Hillsborough County Public Schools Family Resources
Grab-and-Go Food Locations - The Grab-and-Go program provides weekly food distribution on Wednesdays between 9 am and 1 pm. Please click on Grab-and-Go Update for more details.
Edsby Guide for Parents and Students

We are excited to announce that the Grady PTA won the following awards from the Hillsborough County Council PTA:

 

  • Golden Participation (for participation in county level meetings, trainings, conferences, and workshops)
  • Volunteer Hours (for logging volunteer hours of at least 2x the membership number)
  • Arts in Education (for Grady’s Doodad Sculpture Contest)
  • Health & Safety (for Grady’s Walk to School Wednesdays)

 

Congratulations to Grady’s individual nominees: Mr. Mike Campbell (Principal of the Year), Ms. Melissa Carl (Instructional Person of the Year), Ms. Heather Tanski (Non-instructional Person of the Year), and Mr. Brad Smith (Volunteer of the Year).  We are proud of you and how well you represent our school! 

Happy Earth Day! We hope all our families are staying safe and healthy. Thank you to all the families that participated in our virtual spirit week. It was great to see the photos and videos of our students on Facebook!

Make sure that you sign up on Qtego to participate in The Tiger King of Auctions. Bidding starts May 2nd at 6:00 pm and concludes on May 9th at 9:30 pm. Follow our PTA Facebook Page to participate in our online party on May 9th from 6:00 - 9:30 pm.

School Supply Kits for the 2020-21 school year are now available for sale. Skip the stress of back to school shopping and order online at www.shopttkits.com (account number 36155). Place your order by June 5, 2020 and your student's school supplies will be delivered directly to their classroom.

Please note an important change to the weekly Grab-and-Go meal program. Families will now be asked to provide your child’s name and student ID number (lunch number) to staff on site. If your child is under school age, or is in another school system, you must provide each child’s name and date of birth in order to receive food. We want to ensure all students who need a nutritious meal have access, so our district is implementing new technology to better track our meal distribution. This process may mean wait times to receive Grab-and-Go meals could be a little longer. You can help speed up the process by writing your student's information on a piece of paper with large print— and holding it up to the window.


Below are some upcoming important dates
04/30 - Last Day to Order Yearbooks Online
05/02 - Grady Online Auction Starts at 6:00 pm
05/09 - Final day of Grady Online Auction and Virtual Party from 6:00 - 10:00 pm
05/25 - Memorial Day - No School
05/29 - Last Day of School
06/05 - Deadline to order School Supply Kits


Grady Auction Update
Hey there all you cool cats and kittens! You are invited to The Tiger King of Auctions. Bidding starts May 2nd at 6:00 pm on Qtego. The Tiger King of Auctions closes on May 9th with an online Facebook party from 6:00 - 9:30 pm. Please make sure to like and follow our PTA Facebook Page to participate in the online party.

Click on Grady's Online Auction to preview some items that will be open to bid on May 2.  You must register through Qtego in order to preview and bid on these items. We know that these are challenging times and we are all in this together.  Proceeds from this auction will be used to provide educational opportunities for our students and help us build our track. We have already raised $60,000 towards our track and are only $10,000 away from our goal!

ASE Club Updates
Since school closures have been extended until May 1st, our remaining ASE clubs will be completed online. The majority of club vendors have already sent emails directly or via the ASE Coordinator with instructions for how to access the online clubs. Please note that the Basketball, Lacrosse, and Flag Football Clubs run by Protential Sports have requested an extension and will be sending emails this week. If you don't hear from the vendor or ASE Club Coordinator by April 24th, please email [email protected].  

Yearbook Sales Extended
The Yearbook has been submitted for proof and online yearbook sales have been extended to April 30th. Yearbooks are hardcover and cost $30.  Please visit www.strawbridge.net to purchase and enter online code yb112045.

School Supply Kits
This year we are again offering the Teacher Tailored supply kit program which offers pre-packed, school supply boxes filled with the exact items requested by your child's teacher. Supply orders include the exact colors, quantities, and brands your teachers have approved for class. So get your back-to-school shopping out of the way early.

Order online at www.shopttkits.com and enter account number 36155. Place your order by June 5, 2020.

Box Tops
Don't forget to scan or clip your Box Tops. Remember to scan your receipts into the Box Top app and send a picture of your screenshot with the amount you have collected to Jena Ali at [email protected] to get credit. If you have digital receipts that you can't print and scan (such as from Instacart or store pickups), you can email your receipt to [email protected] from the email associated with your Box Tops account. Help us reach our Box Tops goal!

Important Resources for Families
Please click on the links to view:
Hillsborough County Public School Updates
Hillsborough County Public Schools Call Hotline in English
Linea Telefonicas Directas en Español
Hillsborough County Public Schools Family Resources
Grab-and-Go Food Locations - The Grab-and-Go program provides weekly food distribution on Wednesdays between 9 am and 1 pm. Please click on Grab-and-Go Update for more details.
Edsby Guide for Parents and Students

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Dear Families,

We are making some important changes to the way your student will receive their week’s worth of Grab-and-Go meals on Wednesdays.

This Wednesday, families should be prepared with specific student information in order to receive the meals.

If your child is in our school district, you will be asked to provide your child’s name and student ID number to staff on site. This is the same number as your child's lunch number. You can also find your child’s student ID number on Edsby.

If your child is under school age, or is in another school system, you must provide each child’s name and date of birth in order to receive food.

We want to ensure all students who need a nutritious meal have access, so our district is implementing new technology to better track our meal distribution. 

This process may mean wait times to receive Grab-and-Go meals could be a little longer. You can help speed up the process by writing your student's information on a piece of paper with large print— and holding it up to the window.

Thank you for your patience as we continue to feed our students nutritious meals during this closure.

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Estamos haciendo algunos cambios en la forma en que su estudiante recibirá las comidas de Grab—and-Go los miércoles.

Este miércoles, las familias deben estar preparadas con información específica del estudiante para recibir las comidas. 

Si su hijo está en nuestro distrito escolar, debe estar preparado para dar su nombre y número de identificación de estudiante al personal de Nutrición Estudiantil al frente de la línea.

Si su hijo es menor de edad escolar, o va a una escuela charter o privada, debe dar el nombre y la fecha de nacimiento de cada niño para recibir alimentos.

Nuestro equipo de Servicios de Nutrición Estudiantil está utilizando tecnología que podrá detectar si un estudiante ya recibió una comida para el día.

Este proceso puede significar que los tiempos de espera para recibir comidas podrían llevar un poco más tiempo.

Gracias por su paciencia mientras continuamos alimentando a nuestros estudiantes con comidas nutritivas durante este cierre.

Dear Parents:

Great News! This year we are again offering the Teacher Tailored supply kit program which offers pre-packed, school supply boxes filled with the exact items requested by your child's teacher. Supply orders include the exact colors, quantities, and brands your teachers have approved for class. So get your back-to-school shopping out of the way early.

Simply place your order by June 5, 2020.

Order online at www.shopttkits.com.

Enter our school's account number 36155.

Questions? Contact Jamie Babb at [email protected].

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Dear families,

The governor has just directed all school districts in Florida to keep schools closed through the end of the school year due to concerns over the coronavirus.

We will follow this directive and continue eLearning through the end of the school year. You can find our district’s eLearning Contingency Plan at HillsboroughSchools.org/coronavirus/eLearning.

Additionally, ALL extracurricular activities will be cancelled during this timeframe including graduations. However, we have worked with select seniors, school-based leaders and district staff to develop multiple options for school graduations. We will communicate that in the coming days.

We know you have many questions about what this means for your student’s grades as well as activities and events planned during the fourth quarter. We will be providing you additional details in the coming days.

We will also continue to provide our weekly Grab-and-Go meal distributions on Wednesdays from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. during this time.

The health and safety of our students, staff, and community members are our top priority.

Our district will continue to provide updates to make certain everyone is apprised of all next steps.

Thank you for your support and flexibility during this time.

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Queridas familias,

El estado acaba de ordenar a todos los distritos escolares de Florida que mantengan las escuelas cerradas hasta el final del año escolar debido a las preocupaciones sobre el coronavirus.

Seguiremos esta directiva y continuaremos con el aprendizaje electrónico hasta el final del año escolar. Puede encontrar el Plan de contingencia de eLearning de nuestro distrito en HillsboroughSchools.org/coronavirus/eLearning.

Además, TODAS las actividades extracurriculares se cancelarán durante este período, incluidas las graduaciones. Sin embargo, hemos trabajado con personas de la tercera edad, líderes escolares y personal del distrito para desarrollar múltiples opciones para las graduaciones escolares. Lo comunicaremos en los próximos días.

Sabemos que tiene muchas preguntas sobre lo que esto significa para las calificaciones de su estudiante, así como sobre las actividades y eventos planificados durante el cuarto trimestre. Le proporcionaremos detalles adicionales en los próximos días.

También continuaremos brindando nuestras distribuciones semanales de comidas para llevar los miércoles de 9 a.m. a 1 p.m. durante este tiempo.

La salud y la seguridad de nuestros estudiantes, personal y miembros de la comunidad son nuestra principal prioridad.

Nuestro distrito continuará proporcionando actualizaciones para asegurarse de que todos estén informados de todos los próximos pasos.

Gracias por tu apoyo.

Thank you to all of our families that have been posting photos and videos on our Grady Elementary PTA Facebook Page. We've enjoyed seeing our students! Today is our Workout Wednesday, so share photos of your students biking, wheeling, walking or exercising in the event discussion. Please note that the Grady PTA Facebook page is a public page and any photos or comments will be public.

Please note that the Grab-and-Go program has been changed to weekly food distribution. Beginning April 15th, students will be provided with one week's worth of food at a time. Pickup will be on Wednesdays between 9 am and 1 pm. Please click on Grab-and-Go Update for more details.   

Congratulations to our 5 Grady students that were named winners of the Doodad Shoe Sculpture Contest! 

  • K-2 - Olivia Rivas-Medeiros - 2nd Place
  • K-2 - Gustavo Rivas-Medeiros - 3rd Place  
  • K-2 - Mackenzie Currea - People's Choice
  • 3-5 - Milania Capo - People's Choice
  • 3-5 - Amina Devoe - People's Choice
The sculptures continue to be on display at Tampa International Airport. Given the current situation, the best way to see the sculptures in the Exhibit is on the Doodad website. http://doodadoftampa.org/2020-competition/  

Below are some upcoming important dates
04/15 - Spirit Week - Workout Wednesday
04/16 - Spirit Week - Throwback Thursday
04/17 - Spirit Week - Fun Friday
04/20 - Non Student Day   
04/30 - Last Day to Order Yearbooks Online
05/02 - Grady Online Auction Starts at 6:00 pm
05/09 - Final day of Grady Online Auction and Virtual Party from 6:00 - 10:00 pm
 
Grady Auction Update 
Hey there all you cool cats and kittens! Join us for The Tiger King of Auctions online from May 2nd - May 9th. Wear your best Tiger attire for our online party on May 9th from 6:00 - 10:00 pm. We will send full details about the auction and how to register on Friday. 
 
ASE Club Updates
Since school closures have been extended until May 1st, our remaining ASE clubs will be completed online. The majority of club vendors have already sent emails directly or via the ASE Coordinator with instructions for how to access the online clubs. Please note that Basketball, Lacrosse, and Flag Football Clubs run by Protential Sports have requested an extension and will be sending emails early the week of April 20th. If you don't hear from the vendor or ASE Club Coordinator by April 24th, please email connection@gradytigers.org 
 
Yearbook Sales Extended
The Yearbook has been submitted for proof and online yearbook sales have been extended to April 30th. Yearbooks are hardcover and cost $30.  Please visit www.strawbridge.net to purchase and enter online code yb112045. 
 
Box Tops
Don't forget to scan or clip your Box TopsRemember to scan your receipts into the Box Top app and send a picture of your screenshot with the amount you have collected to Jena Ali at [email protected] to get credit. If you have digital receipts that you can't print and scan (such as from Instacart or store pickups), you can email your receipt to Receipts@boxtop4education.com from the email account associated with your Box Tops account. Help us reach our Box Tops goal! 
Important Resources for Families
Please click on the links to view:
Grab-and-Go Food Locations - Please note that the Grab-and-Go program has been changed to weekly food distribution on Wednesdays between 9 am and 1 pm. Please click on Grab-and-Go Update for more details. 

Grab-and-Go Update

April 14, 2020

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Dear Families,

This is a reminder that, beginning tomorrow, our district will be distributing food one day per week, providing students with one week’s worth of food at a time.

Due to new CDC guidelines and a statewide stay-at-home order, our district wants to minimize contact between Student Nutrition Services workers and our families.

Families will be able to pick up a week's worth of nutritious meals every Wednesday at the same 147 sites-- between 9 a.m. and 1 p.m. This will include one pound of lunch meat, a loaf of bread, milk, juice and nutritious snacks. Students will receive enough food for each school day. Buses will also be transporting foods into specific neighborhoods for pick up every Wednesday.

It's important to note that these food bags will weigh over ten pounds together. If you are walking up or riding a bike to a Grab-and-Go site, please have your child bring their empty backpack to provide a simple way to transport the food.

For a list of frequently asked questions, please visit HillsboroughSchools.org. Thank you for your cooperation as we continue to keep our community safe while making sure our children have food during this closure.

Thank you

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Familias,

Este es un recordatorio de que, a partir de mañana, nuestro distrito distribuirá alimentos un día por semana, proporcionando a los estudiantes las comidas de toda la semana en un día.

Debido a las nuevas pautas de los CDC y una orden de estadía en el hogar en todo el estado, nuestro distrito quiere minimizar el contacto entre los trabajadores de Servicios de Nutrición Estudiantil y nuestras familias.

Las familias podrán recoger las comidas nutritivas de toda la semana los miércoles en los mismos 147 sitios- entre las 9 a.m. y la 1 p.m. Esto incluirá una libra de embutidos, una hogaza de pan, leche, jugo y refrigerios nutritivos. Los estudiantes recibirán suficiente comida para cada día escolar. Los autobuses también transportarán alimentos a diferentes vecindarios para que los recojan todos los miércoles.

 Los estudiantes recibirán suficiente comida para cada día escolar. Los autobuses también transportarán alimentos a diferentes vecindarios para que los recojan todos los miércoles.

Es importante tener en cuenta que estas bolsas de comida pesarán juntas más de diez libras. Si va caminando o en bicicleta a un sitio de Grab-and-Go, asegurase de que su hijo traiga su mochila vacía como una forma sencilla de transportar la comida.

Para obtener una lista de preguntas frecuentes, visite HillsboroughSchools.org. Gracias por su cooperación mientras continuamos protegiendo nuestra comunidad y asegurándonos de que nuestros estudiantes tengan comida durante este cierre.

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Dear Families,

Beginning this Wednesday, April 15th, our district will be distributing food one day per week-- providing students one week's worth of food at a time, instead of daily distribution.

Due to new CDC guidelines and a statewide stay-at-home order, our district wants to minimize contact between Student Nutrition Services workers and our families. We believe one-day-a-week food distribution will be safer for the community as a whole. 

Families will be able to pick up a week's worth of nutritious meals every Wednesday at the same 147 sites-- between 9 a.m. and 1 p.m. This will include one pound of lunch meat, a loaf of bread, milk, juice and nutritious snacks. Students will receive enough food for each school day. Buses will also be transporting foods into specific neighborhoods for pick up every Wednesday.

Each student will receive a bag of food that needs to be refrigerated, and one that can stay at room temperature. It's important to note that these food bags will weigh over ten pounds together. If you are walking up or riding a bike to a Grab-and-Go site, please have your child bring their empty backpack to provide a simple way to transport the food.

Please note-- we will be feeding students this Monday April 13th,  and Tuesday, April 14th at Grab-and-Go sites- to make sure students have nutritious meals before the new schedule starts this Wednesday. For a list of frequently asked questions, please visit HillsboroughSchools.org.

Thank you for your cooperation as we continue to keep our community safe while making sure our children have food during this closure.

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Este es un mensaje importante de las escuelas de Hillsborough con respecto a un cambio en nuestro proceso de comida para llevar.  A partir de este miércoles, 15 de abril, nuestro distrito distribuirá los alimentos un día por semana – proporcionando a los estudiantes las comidas de toda la semana en un día, en lugar de una distribución diaria.                                                      

Debido a las nuevas pautas del Centro de Control de Enfermedades (CDC), y la orden estatal de quedarse en casa, nuestro distrito desea minimizar el contacto entre los trabajadores del Servicio de Nutrición Escolar y nuestras familias.  Creemos que la distribución de alimentos un día a la semana, será más seguro para la comunidad en general.  

Los miércoles, las familias podrán recoger los alimentos nutritivos de toda una semana, en los mismos 147 sitios de distribución – entre las 9:00 a.m. y la 1:00 p.m.  Esto incluirá una libra embutidos, una hogaza de pan, leche, jugo y refrigerios nutritivos.  Los estudiantes recibirán suficiente comida para cada día escolar.  Cada miércoles, los autobuses también transportarán los alimentos a vecindarios específicos para su distribución. 

Cada estudiante recibirá una bolsa de alimentos que necesitará ser refrigerado, y una que puede permanecer a temperatura ambiente.  Es importante tener en cuenta, que estas dos bolsas juntas de comida pesarán 10 libras.  Si camina o monta su bicicleta a los sitios de distribución de comidas para llevar, por favor asegúrese de que su hijo traiga su mochila vacía como un modo sencillo para transportar los alimentos. 

Por favor, tome en cuenta ---estaremos alimentando a los estudiantes este lunes y martes, 13 y 14 de abril, en los sitios de distribución de comidas para llevar – para asegurarnos de que los estudiantes tengan sus alimentos nutritivos antes de que comience el nuevo horario de distribución el miércoles.  Para una lista de preguntas frecuentes, por favor visite HillsboroughSchools.org.  Gracias por su cooperación mientras continuamos protegiendo nuestra comunidad y asegurándonos de que nuestros estudiantes tengan alimentos durante este cierre.

We have some exciting news - in order to make it easier for our families to stay connected while eLearning, we have created a Grady Elementary PTA Facebook Page. Please like and follow our page to view important reminders, auction information, and fun photos or videos from our virtual spirit week.  Our virtual spirit week runs from Monday, April 13th through Friday, April 17th.   Click on Grady Spirit Week to view the theme for each day. When you visit our Grady PTA Facebook Page, we will have an event for that day's theme and you can post related photos or videos of your family participating in the comments of the event. 

Important Resources for Families
Please click on the links to view:
Grab-and-Go Food Locations - These are for any children under 18 years old, not just students qualifying for free or reduced lunch. Please note that the closest locations to Grady Elementary are at Coleman Middle School and Plant High School. 
Below are some upcoming important dates
04/10 - Non Student Day 
04/13 - Spirit Week - Grady Spirit Day
04/14 - Spirit Week - Talent Tuesday
04/15 - Spirit Week - Workout Wednesday
04/16 - Spirit Week - Throwback Thursday
04/17 - Spirit Week - Fun Friday
04/20 - Non Student Day   
04/30 - Last Day to Order Yearbooks Online
05/02 - Grady Online Auction Starts
05/09 - Final day of Grady Online Auction & Live Auction
   
 
Grady Auction Update 
Hey there all you cool cats and kittens! Join us for The Tiger King of Auctions online from May 2nd - May 9th. We will be sharing details on how to participate in our online auction and how to sign up through Qtego via email and our Grady Elementary PTA Facebook page. 
 
Our 2021 Auction will be The Grady Gatsby themed, so save your Roaring 20's apparel for one more year. 
 
ASE Club Updates
Since school closures have been extended until May 1st, our remaining ASE clubs will be completed online. All parents should receive an email from their club vendor with instructions for how to access the online clubs by the end of the week. If you don't hear from the vendor or ASE Club Coordinator by April 9th, please email [email protected] 
 
Yearbook Sales Extended
The Yearbook has been submitted for proof and online yearbook sales have been extended to April 30th. Yearbooks are hardcover and cost $30.  Please visit www.strawbridge.net to purchase and enter online code yb112045. 
 
Box Tops
Don't forget to scan or clip your Box Tops as we are likely purchasing more groceries since we are spending extra time at home. Remember to scan your receipts into the Box Top app and send a picture of your screenshot with the amount you have collected to Jena Ali at [email protected] to get credit. We are less than $400 away from our goal. Let's beat our goal!!

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Dear Families,

The state has just directed all school districts in Florida to keep schools closed through May 1st due to concerns over the coronavirus.

In order to comply with that directive, the following facts will be in effect immediately:

  • All Hillsborough County Public Schools will be closed, including traditional and charter, through May 1st;

 

  • ALL extracurricular activities will be cancelled during this time;

 

  • We will continue online eLearning during this time. You can find our district’s eLearning Plan on our website, HillsboroughSchools.org/coronavirus;

 

  • We will continue providing our students nutritious meals, Monday-Friday 9 a.m.-1 p.m. at 147 sites. You can find those sites on our website, HillsboroughSchools.org.

 

We understand this is a challenge for families. But the threat of this virus is very real, and we must take major steps to keep it from overwhelming our healthcare system.

As you know, the health and safety of our students, staff, and community members are our top priority. Our district will continue to provide updates to make certain everyone is apprised of all next steps. You can always visit HillsboroughSchools.org/coronavirus for the latest information.

I appreciate your understanding and flexibility during this time.

Addison Davis

Superintendent of Schools        

  

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Familias,

El estado acaba de ordenar a todos los distritos escolares de Florida que mantengan las escuelas cerradas hasta el primero de mayo debido a las preocupaciones sobre el coronavirus.

Para cumplir con esa directiva, los siguientes hechos entrarán en vigencia de inmediato:

  • Todas las escuelas públicas del condado de Hillsborough estarán cerradas, incluidas las tradicionales y las chárter, hasta el primero de Mayo.
  • TODAS las actividades extracurriculares se cancelarán durante este período de tiempo;
  • Continuaremos brindando a nuestros estudiantes comidas nutritivas, de lunes a viernes de 9 a.m. a 1 p.m. en 147 sitios. Puede encontrar esos sitios en nuestro sitio web, HillsboroughSchools.org.

Entendemos que esto es un desafío para las familias. Pero la amenaza de este virus es muy real, y debemos tomar medidas importantes para evitar que abrume nuestro sistema de salud.

Como saben, la salud y la seguridad de nuestros estudiantes, personal y miembros de la comunidad son nuestra principal prioridad.

Nuestro distrito continuará proporcionando actualizaciones para asegurarse de que todos estén informados de todos los próximos pasos.

Siempre puede visitar HillsboroughSchools.org/coronavirus para obtener la información más reciente.

Agradezco su comprensión y flexibilidad durante este tiempo.

Addison Davis

Superintendente de Escuelas

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El Departamento de Educación de Florida acaba de proporcionar la directiva para que todos los distritos escolares de Florida cierren las escuelas durante las próximas dos semanas debido a las preocupaciones sobre el coronavirus.

Mientras que estamos actualmente en las vacaciones de primavera (Spring Break) para la semana del 16 al 20 de marzo, esto significa que extenderemos nuestro cierre hasta el 27 de marzo. Nuestro plan de acción es reabrir las escuelas a partir del lunes 30 de marzo.

Para cumplir con la directiva del Departamento de Educación, los siguientes hechos entrarán en vigencia de inmediato:

 

  • Todas las Escuelas Públicas del Condado de Hillsborough estarán cerradas, incluyendo las escuelas tradicionales y las chárter, durante las próximas dos semanas; 
  • TODAS las actividades extracurriculares se cancelarán durante este período de tiempo;
  • Durante la semana del 23 de marzo, todos los estudiantes tendrán acceso a actividades educativas a través de nuestro Plan de contingencia de educación en linea (eLearning) para garantizar instrucción educativa;
  • Durante las próximas dos semanas, todas las escuelas recibirán una limpieza profunda para garantizar un ambiente seguro
  • Además, el estado retrasará el inicio de todas las pruebas de FSA y EOC por al menos dos semanas.

 

Además, el estado retrasará el inicio de todas las pruebas de FSA y EOC por al menos dos semanas.

Como saben, la salud y la seguridad de nuestros estudiantes, personal y miembros de la comunidad son nuestra principal prioridad. En los próximos días, continuaré proporcionando actualizaciones para asegurarme de que todos estén informados de todos los próximos pasos.

Aprecio su comprensión y compromiso con nuestros estudiantes y espero que cada uno de ustedes tenga unas vacaciones de primavera (Spring Break) relajantes.

 

Addison Davis

Superintendent of Schools          

Please see below for the Coronavirus Preparation Update provided by Hillsborough County Public Schools on March 3rd. Grady Elementary will be taking directives from the district. The most up to date information will be found on our district website at HillsboroughSchools.org.  

Here are some preventative steps you can take to help prevent the spread of respiratory diseases like COVID-19 according to the CDC: 

           • Avoid close contact with people who are sick. 
           • Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth with unwashed hands.
           • Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. Use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer that contains at least 60% alcohol if soap and water are not available. 
• Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue, then throw the tissue in the trash. 
• Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces.  
• Stay home when you are sick.   
To view the CDC form in English, click here. Para Español, haga clic aquí
 

What can you do to help Grady?

           • Donate Lysol wipes, hand sanitizer, and tissues. You can drop them off at the front office.   
 
Please note that the district will be installing hand sanitizer dispensers on school buses, at the school's main entrance, and in the cafeteria in the coming days. In addition, the district will be providing disinfecting wipes for teachers to use in their classrooms, but it may take time for them to deliver to schools because of the large quantities required and current product shortages. Grady has hand sanitizer in our office and classrooms and the PTA purchased 38 containers of 110 Lysol wipes for our teachers to use in the meantime, but we appreciate any donations as they are not readily available in stores.  

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Coronavirus Preparation Update – March 3, 2020

We know you have questions about coronavirus/COVID-19 and how it may affect our schools and community. Our school district has been in constant contact with the experts at the Florida Department of Health.

Coronavirus is spread just like the flu, through droplets from sneezing or coughing. It can lead to a respiratory illness (an illness that affects breathing and involves the lungs) called COVID-19. If you have specific questions about you or your family’s health, contact your health care provider.

Current situation

1) We are operating our schools as usual, with normal hours. We are taking proactive steps for the health and well-being of our students and staff—frequently cleaning our classrooms and common areas. We are also installing more hand sanitizer dispensers in our schools. At this time, based on guidance from the Florida Department of Health, there is no reason to be scared—just be smart about prevention.

2) It is important to talk with your family about using good hygiene—this stops the spread of most illnesses. Follow the prevention steps here, especially:

  • Wash your hands often with soap and water for 20 seconds
  • Don’t touch your eyes, nose or mouth without washing your hands first
  • Cough or sneeze into your elbow or sleeve—not your hand

3) Stay home if you are sick. This helps stop the spread of any illness, including a cold or flu, and lets you rest and recover. If you have the symptoms of COVID-19, the disease caused by coronavirus—fever, cough and shortness of breath—call your regular doctor and don’t go to school or work.

Absences due to illness

We always encourage our parents to keep their children home if they are sick. If a student stays home from school due to illness, and the student’s parent or guardian reports the reason for the absence to the school, the absence is excused under our district’s Attendance Policy.

For excused absences, students can make up the work they missed and can work with their teachers for missed assignments and tests. 

We are working with our teachers to ensure teachers who use Edsby are posting assignments there whenever possible and all teachers are making arrangements for make-up work. 

Spring Break and travel

With Spring Break coming, you may be asking yourself—should I travel? The CDC’s Coronavirus Information for Travelers webpage has the latest information. This is important: There are specific areas around the world and in the U.S. with high numbers of coronavirus cases. If you travel to a place where coronavirus transmission is happening and then you develop symptoms, you will be isolated by the Florida Department of Health for at least two weeks and you will put your family, friends and others at risk.

Hand sanitizer in schools and buses

We have ordered hand sanitizer dispensers to install on school buses and at the main entrances and cafeterias of all district-operated schools. We will be installing them as we receive them over the coming days. We are also looking to purchase disinfecting wipes that teachers can use as needed in their classroom. Because of the large numbers involved—235 schools with 12,000 classrooms—we have to find suppliers who have the large quantities we need and then have them shipped here, so this may take time.

Updates

We will continue to share regular updates via email and on our district website at HillsboroughSchools.org

March 6, 2020 Update 

Grady Elementary School Book Fair

March 9th - 13th

Grady Elementary School’s Spring Book Fair is next week, and we need more volunteers to make the event a success! Volunteers help children make their choices while they shop and ensure the process runs smoothly. Please take a moment to sign up here: https://volunteer.scholastic.com/#/signup/834NSzDgy
 
The event runs from March 9th-13th and is located in the Kathryn Hance Media Center from 7:20 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. daily. There will be family nights on Wednesday (March 11th) and Thursday (March 12th) for parents to shop from 4:00-7:30 p.m. 
 

To view the interactive Book Fair Flyer: Click Here

Consider using the new eWallet feature in lieu of sending kids with cash. For more information, please click on eWallet. If you plan on sending cash, it is recommended to place cash in an envelope with students names for younger children. Keep in mind that there is an 8.5% sales tax added to all items. 

If you are unable to shop in person, click on Shop Online to access our online book fair. 

If you have any questions, please contact our Media Specialist, Mr. Tsourakis,  at [email protected].fl.us

South Tampa Basketball Camp
Summer Registration Info.

Where: Held at Grady Elementary School  - 3910 W. Morrison Ave. Tampa 33629 

When: Week 1: June 8th-11th

           Week 2: June 15th-18th

           Week 3: June 22nd-25th

Times: Monday-Thursday 8:30-12:00 (V.I.P Child Care is available to pickup at Grady at Noon and take to daycare if needed.) Please call Coach Harris for details.

Grades: 1st-10th Boys & Girls

Coaches: All Certified Teachers/Coaches in Hillsborough County with many years of experience.

Pricing: One week purchase=$115

             Two week purchase=$110 (per week)

             Three week purchase=$105 (per week)

Military Discount: -$10 off total purchase.

Please visit us at www.southtampabasketball.com for details, forms to fill out, and address to send forms and payment or call Coach Harris at (813) 928-4673. 

EARLY REGISTRATION APRIL 1ST=$10 OFF
(ONLY ONE DISCOUNT PER FAMILY)
DEADLINE TO REGISTER IS MAY 8th TO SECURE A T-SHIRT

2020 Art Summer Camp Series is now open for registration!

Registration is now open for our 2020 Grady Summer Art Camps. Please visit www.gradyartcamp.com to get more details. Space is limited as we fill up each year. Our themed art camps focus on the exploration of art material through hands-on guided learning, interactive art play and skill development. Our summer art camps are a place where children feel comfortable expressing their creativity while meeting like-minded kids. You can also call 813-544-5140 to get camp information.
 
(3) Camp Week Dates:
June 8 - June 11th, June 15 -18th, June 22 -25th


Camp Times: 8am -12pm or 12:30pm -4:30pm (Both half and full day camps available: Sign up for both the morning and afternoon sessions to have your child participate as a full day camper)

Camp Price: $129 per camper per session. $25 non refundable deposit to hold spot

Camper Ages: Pre K-5th grade (Current 2019-2020 school year)

Camp Location: Grady Elementary, 3910 W Morrison Ave, Tampa, FL 33629

Number of Campers: Only 20 campers per class (Camp will feature 2 different classrooms)

Please visit 
www.gradyartcamp.com to get registered with only a $25 camp deposit.
You can also call 
813-544-5140 to get camp information. Space is limited as we fill up each year.
 

Ready for Kindergarten 02/19

February 11, 2020

If you have an incoming Kindergarten student, please join us for Grady Elementary's Ready for Kindergarten event on February 19th! Come and learn important information about our school, the kindergarten program and how to help your child make a smooth transition.  You will also have the opportunity to register your child for kindergarten (requirements below). Children are allowed to attend. 
 
Event Details: 
February 19, 2020 -  8:15 am -9:15 am
 
Grady Elementary School
Katherine Kay Hance Media Center
3910 Morrison Ave. Tampa, FL 33629
 
Registration Requirements:
Child must be 5 on or before September 1, 2020
Original Birth Certificate
Social Security Card (if available)
Current Physical and Shot Record
2 Proofs of Address - Current Electric Bill, Lease Agreement, Warranty Deed, 
Tax Receipt, Homestead Exemption or Contract for Purchase of Home
Entries for the Doodad Sculpture Contest are due next week! The deadline for submission is Monday, February 10th for K-2nd graders and Wednesday, February 12th for 3-5th graders. 
Mrs. Grigsby has given demonstrations about this project in class. There are shoe templates on the front office counter for interested students/parents to pick up. All students must include an artist statement briefly explaining their art along with their names, name of the homeroom teacher and their grade on a separate piece of paper.
 
There will be school-level awards given out to 1st, 2nd, 3rd and Honorable Mention winners for each grade level. We will also be hosting a party celebrating all school-level winners. 
 
For more details and contest guidelines, please click on Doodad Sculpture Contest or email Debonique.Grigsby@sdhc.k12.fl.us with any questions.  
This is the final week to turn in submissions for the Student Literacy and Media (SLAM) showcase, a district K-12 event celebrating reading. All students are invited to make two-dimensional art projects or short video book trailers about books in the special reading list. Submissions are due on Monday, February 10th. Top entries will be announced on February 24, 2020 and will be taken to the district Showcase at the Tampa Convention Center on March 24, 2020. At the event, those student creators will experience projects from all the schools and see award-winning authors and storytellers.
 
Our Media Specialist, Mr. Tsourakis, is available after school this week to consult with students but will need a written note from parents stating that they have given permission and will be able to pick up their student at 3:10, along with a contact number. 
 
For more information, please click here  or contact Mr. Tsourakis, at [email protected].us
SLAM Showcase:
DIstrict level video book trailers:

Tiger Talk Update 01.30.20

January 30, 2020

We have many upcoming events that require volunteers and we would be appreciative for any help that you are able to provide.

Here are the detailed events:

  • Assisting Mr. Tsourakis in the media center (ongoing) - Click on Media Center Volunteers to sign up for a 2 hour shift. Please note that dates are organized by days of the week (ie. Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays). Currently, no extra help is needed on Mondays, but might be in the future.  
  • Walk to School Wednesday on February 5th from 6:55 - 7:40 am - Please click on Walk to School Wednesday to sign up. 
  • Set up chairs for the Pre-K and Kindergarten Valentine's Concert on February 12th - Volunteers are needed from 2:15 - 3:15 pm. We appreciate any time you can spare, even if you are not able to stay for the entire hour. Please click on Chair setup to sign up. 
  • Jump Rope for Heart on Friday, February 14th - Volunteers are needed to help monitor stations, hand out water, turn jump ropes and more. If you are interested in volunteering, please click on Jump Rope for Heart. You are encouraged to choose the times your child(ren) will be participating.
     
    Below are some upcoming important dates: 
    • 02/02 - Community Cleanup for 5th Grade Students at Coleman Track at 9:00 am     
    • 02/03 - Community Cleanup - Meet at Park & Walk at 12:55 pm    
    • 02/05 - Walk to School Wednesday from 7:00 - 7:35 am   
    • 02/06 - Last day to submit entries for the SLAM Showcase  
    • 02/07 - Fair Day - NO SCHOOL  
    • 02/10 - K-2nd Sculptures due for Doodad Sculpture Contest  
    • 02/12 - 3rd-5th grade Sculptures due for Doodad Sculpture Contest
    • 02/13 - Pre-K and Kindergarten Valentine's Concert at 8:15 am
    • 02/14 - Jump Rope for Heart and Field Day 
    • 02/17 - President's Day - NO SCHOOL  
    • 02/19 - Ready for Kindergarten event for incoming kindergarteners at 8:15 am      
    • 02/28 - Family Skate Night at United Skates of America at 6:00 pm 
    • 03/11 - Spring Concert for 1st and 2nd Grade Students at 6:00 pm  
    • 03/12 - Spring Concert for 3rd - 5th Grade Chorus at 6:00 pm  
    • 04/18 - Grady's Auction Night 

     

    Community Cleanup Opportunities

    • All Grady Students - Please help us clean the Baseball/Softball areas next to Park & Walk every Monday at 12:55 pm, right after school. Bring an adult and check in with Wendy De la Garza at the Park & Walk gate. Please bring tongs/grabbers to help pick up trash from the surrounding area. The PTA will have a few extras your students can use.
    • Grady 5th Graders - Please help us keep the Coleman Middle School track and surrounding area clean of trash. ?? ??This is a great environmental project and it serves our learning community. Bring your parent and a pair of gloves to any or all of the Sunday morning meet-ups at 9:00 am at the track entrance on W. Neptune St.  Please wear your Grady spirit shirts. 

     
    SLAM Showcase
     
    The Student Literacy and Media (SLAM) showcase is in full swing at Grady Elementary! This is a district K-12 event celebrating reading. All students are invited to make two-dimensional art projects or short video book trailers about books in the special reading list. There will be awards given and winners will proceed to a county level showcase. Submissions must be sent in by February 7th. For more information about the SLAM Showcase and the official rules, please click here  or contact our Media Specialist, Mr. Tsourakis, at [email protected].us.  
     
    Doodad Sculpture Contest Important Dates and Details
    (K-2nd):  Due Monday, February 10th
    (3rd-5th):  Due Wednesday, February 12th
    Location: Media Center

    Details to include:
    • Student(s) Name(s)
    • Homeroom Teacher
    • 3-5 Sentence Artist Statement about their sculpture on a separate sheet of paper
    • Must include at least 1 snack wrapper and 1 plastic shopping bag somewhere in the sculpture
    • Must not be any larger than 3'X3'
    • Group projects must have students that are all within the grade level brackets above for judging purposes
    Judging Criteria:
    1. Use of Materials
    2. Creativity
    3. Followed Instructions and Guidelines
    4. Aesthetics (Neatness, Durability, etc.)
     
    For more details and contest guidelines, please click on Doodad Sculpture Contest or email Debonique.Grigsby@sdhc.k12.fl.us with any questions.  
     
    5th Grade Parents
     
    The deadline to purchase ads for your 5th grader is February 22, 2020. To create your ad, click on Create 5th Grade Yearbook Ad. For pricing and details on the process, please click here  
    Save the date for Coleman Middle School's Incoming 6th Grade Parent Meeting on May 5th from 6:00 - 7:00 pm in the Coleman cafeteria. They will do a quick "Day in the Life of a 6th Grader" and then a Q&A. 
    Yearbooks
     
    We need your help to complete our Yearbook! You don't need to come to Grady Elementary to help create our Yearbook - there is flexibility to create pages and upload photos from home or the office.Please email [email protected] if you are interested in helping. 
     
    Yearbook sales are open online! Please visit www.strawbridge.net to purchase and enter online code yb112045. Yearbooks are all hardcover this year and cost $25 if purchased before March 1, 2020.  On March 1st, prices will rise to $30. Yearbook signing day is May 22nd, so make sure to purchase your Yearbooks early to ensure that your student has for signing day! 
     
    We will be sending paper forms home if you prefer to pay via cash or check. Please note that cash and checks will only be accepted in January and February. 
     
    If you have pictures that you would like included in the yearbook and the website, please email them to [email protected].
     
     

    Box Tops

     
    Keep collecting Box Tops! For every 5 Box Tops submitted, students will obtain 1 entry into the monthly drawing. Submit Box Tops by March 15th for the chance to win a Barnes and Noble Goody Bag! The top class will also win a Pizza Party! For more information, please click Grady Box Tops. 
     
    You can submit Box Tops 3 ways: 
    1. Through the Box Top$ for Education app. Send a screenshot of your current uploaded box top amounts in your app to [email protected] to be eligible for prizes. 
    2. Clip Box Tops and turn in on the form sent home or in a Ziploc Bag. Make sure to include your child's name and teacher on the form/ziploc bag. Please insure that you are sending unexpired Box Tops and not the "Skip the Clip" logos. Items with the "Skip the Clip" logo should be submitted through the Box Top$ for Education App. 
    3. Send unscanned receipts to your teacher with your child's name written on the back. Please note, receipts must be scanned in within 14 days. 
     
    PTA Meetings
     
    The next PTA meeting will be held on Tuesday, February 11th from 8:00 - 9:00 am in the Teachers' Lounge. The meeting is open to anyone interested in learning more about the PTA and upcoming events. If you cannot attend and would like to review the prior meeting minutes, please visit PTA Board Meetings. We have also listed some of the programs that 2019-2020 PTA Fundraisers will help fund. 
     
     
    PTA Membership
     
    Who can join? ANYONE. You can add your neighbor, parents, grandparents, anyone in the community. 
    How much does it cost? $6 for one person, $10 for two.
    Where can we become members? Online at: https://gradypta.memberhub.store/
    High membership participation provides PTA with strength in numbers when advocating for our students and also allows us to participate in PTA programs such as Reflections Art. Our PTA also receives awards for membership and programs PTA offers.
     
     
    Tiger Business and Family Partners
     
    Thank you to all of our Tiger partners! Our Tiger partners greatly assist us in enhancing educational opportunities and experiences for Grady students in four main areas: make a difference in our classrooms by funding programs; deliver PTA events to our students, teachers, and families; support Grady school events by providing volunteers and/or covering expenses; and enhance Grady Elementary through health and safety projects. To learn more about Tiger Family and Business Partnerships, please click hereTiger Partnership Program. 
     
    Our 2019-20 Tiger Business Partners are

    Our 2019-20 Family Sponsors are

    • Leader of the Pack level partner: Drs. Siviero & Heather Agazzi
    • Tiger Bronze partners: Melanie Edwards Fowler; The Gibbs Family; The House Family; and The Zysk Family
    • Red (Bengal) level partners: Angi Comas; The Christopher Family; The Du Family; The Fitzgerald Family; The Gomez Family; The Jacobs Family - Jennifer, Jeremy, Welles & Briggs; The Ledford Family; The Lueckeman Family; The Roush Family; and The Schentrup Family
    • Yellow (Cougar) level partners: John Paul and Rosemarie Getting; The Neward Family; Khue and NamSon Nguyen Family; and Ken Vu
    • Green (Cub) level partner: The Knittle Family

     

    Got used markers? ColorCycle them at Grady

    What is Crayola ColorCycle? Crayola’s latest sustainability initiative designed to repurpose markers, highlighters and dry erase markers. All marker brands are accepted. 

    How do I help? Collect markers and drop them off in the front office or your student can give them to our art teacher, Debonique Grigsby. For more information, click on ColorCycle.

     

    Familias que hablan Español

    Si tienen preguntas sobre nuestros eventos o programas, por favor manda un email a communications@gradytigers.org


    Coleman Chronicle & PTSA

    5th grade parents can visit www.colemanptsa.com to create their Coleman accounts now. Please note that you are a 5th grade parent - the system automatically promotes you over the summer. Also subscribe to the Coleman Chronicle and calendar. 
     
    Attention Grady Parents who either have a rising 6th grader or who currently have a child at Coleman Middle School.  Coleman’s PTSA is recruiting for next years 2020-2021 Executive Board.  If you are interested please utilize the following link to apply: the Willingness to Lead form is ready and waiting for your attention!  
      
    For more information about the Coleman PTSA please check out our website at  www.colemanptsa.com.
     

    Coleman Incoming 6th Grade Parent Meeting 5/5/20

    Coleman Middle School will be hosting their Incoming 6th Grade Parent Meeting on May 5th from 6:00 - 7:00 pm in the Coleman cafeteria. They will do a quick "Day in the Life of a 6th Grader" and then a Q&A. 

     

    Yearbook Ads for 5th Grade Students Only

    The ability for parents to create and order ads for your yearbook through the Pixami software has been activated.  Here is a direct link to the storefront: http://www.ssiyearbooks.com/112045ges/home3/Bookstore.jsp

    Prices:

    1/4 pg. - $30

    1/2 pg. - $75

    full pg. - $150

    A 10% fee will be added when making the ad.

    The process works as follows:

    • Parents locate the storefront through http://www.ssiyearbooks.com/  or via the direct link above.

    • After selecting their desired ad size on the storefront, naming it, and choosing a theme, the parent will be prompted to create a user account.

    • Once their account is created, the parent will design the ad using an interface similar to the one provided to yearbook advisors for designing page layouts.

    • After the design is complete, customers will then place the order via the online storefront.  They will be charged the appropriate price for their size, plus a 10% handling charge for processing.

    • Once the order is complete, the prepared ads will appear on the yearbook software for placement in the book.

    Deadline to buy 5th grade yearbook ads: February 22, 2020

    Our first Grady Dad's Night of the year is coming up on Thursday, January 16th at 7:30 pm (right after Unlock the Treasures of Reading Night) at the Press Box on Dale Mabry. 

    The Press Box is located at 222 S. Dale Mabry Highway. For more details about the restaurant, please click on The Press Box

    If you are able to attend, please RSVP to Drew Catanese at 803-521-3261 or via email at [email protected]

    Tiger Talk Update 01.09.20

    January 9, 2020

    We hope everyone had a great winter break! If you are looking to purge any electronics or creative toys after the holiday season, our media center is collecting donations of gently used electronics such as computers (Windows 10 only), ipods, ipads, flat screen tvs (40 in. or less) and any creative play toys or gadgets. These items will be repurposed for education and enrichment purposes for our students.  Please bring items to the media center or contact our Media Specialist, Mr. Tsourakis, at [email protected].us if you have questions on whether we can use your specific item(s).
     
    Please note that early release Mondays are back. Pickup is at 12:55 pm on Mondays for the rest of the school year. 
     
    After School Enrichment (ASE) Club registration is now open. You can register online by clicking on ASE Club Registration. For club dates and details, please click on ASE Spring 2020. We were able to add a second Cooking Club on Tuesdays which lets more students participate and allows us to divide students by grade (although we will attempt to keep siblings together). 
     
    Volunteers are needed for Walk to School Wednesday on 1/15 and to monitor Grady's Black History Art Booth at the Florida State Fair from 2/6 - 2/17. Please see additional details below and click on the links to sign up. 
     
     
    Below are some upcoming important dates: 
    • 01/12 - Community Cleanup for 5th Grade Students at Coleman Track at 9:00 am  
    • 01/13 - Community Cleanup - Meet at Park & Walk at 12:55 pm
    • 01/14 - PTA Meeting from 8:00 - 9:00 am - Open to anyone interested in learning more about PTA and upcoming events    
    • 01/15 - Walk to School Wednesday from 7:00 - 7:35 am 
    • 01/16 - Unlock the Treasures of Reading Night from 6:00 - 7:00 pm, Grady Dad's Night at The Press Box at 7:30 pm    
    • 01/20 - Martin Luther King Jr Holiday - NO SCHOOL
    • 02/06 - Last day to submit entries for the SLAM Showcase  
    • 02/07 - NO SCHOOL  
    • 02/10 - K-2nd Sculptures due for Doodad Sculpture Contest
    • 02/12 - 3rd-5th grade Sculptures due for Doodad Sculpture Contest
    • 02/13 - Kindergarten Valentine's Concert
    • 02/14 - Jump Rope for Heart and Field Day 
    • 02/17 - President's Day - NO SCHOOL  
    • 02/19 - Ready for Kindergarten event for incoming kindergarteners      
    • 02/28 - Family Skate Night at United Skates of America at 6:00 pm 
    • 04/18 - Grady's Auction Night 

         

    Unlock the Treasures of Reading Night (Pirates & Pajamas Night) on 1/16

    On Thursday, January 16th from 6:00 - 7:00 pm is our 12th annual Unlock the Treasures of Reading Night, also known as Grady's Pirates and Pajamas Night. This event is for parents and children. From 6:15 - 7:00 pm, students will go to classrooms and enjoy stories read by pirates from local krewes. At the same time, parents of K-2nd grade students will go to the cafeteria for a Reading Essentials Information Session and parents of 3rd-5th grade students will go to the Media Center for the FSA (Florida Standards Assessment) Information Session. 

    The kids are invited to dress as pirates or wear pajamas. There will be free books, beads, juice and cookies. Don’t miss this fun event!
     

    Grady Dad's Night 1/16 at 7:30 pm

    Our first Grady Dad's Night of the year is coming up on Thursday, January 16th at 7:30 pm (right after Unlock the Treasures of Reading Night) at the Press Box at 222 S. Dale Mabry Highway. Click on The Press Box to view their menu. 

    If you are able to attend, please RSVP to Drew Catanese at 803-521-3261 or via email at [email protected]

     

    Volunteers Needed for Walk To School Wednesday and Florida State Fair

    • Walk to School Wed on 12/15 - Volunteers are needed from 6:55 - 7:40 am for student check in during our monthly Walk to School Wednesday event. Please click on Walk to School Volunteers to sign up.   
    • Volunteers are needed to monitor Grady's Black History Art Booth at the Florida State Fair this year. This year, Grady students will be learning about the accomplishments of Medgar Evers and some of their artwork will be selected to be part of the exhibit. The shifts are 3 1/2 hours long and you can walk around to other booths as well. The fair will be here from February 6th until February 17th.  If you are interested, use the link below to register and you will receive 1 free fair entry ticket for that day. https://signup.com/go/nOSfyzt

     

    Community Cleanup Opportunities

    • All Grady Students - Please help us clean the Baseball/Softball areas next to Park & Walk every Monday at 12:55 pm, right after school. Bring an adult and check in with Wendy De la Garza at the Park & Walk gate. Please bring tongs/grabbers to help pick up trash from the surrounding area. The PTA will have a few extras your students can use.
    • Grady 5th Graders - Please help us keep the Coleman Middle School track and surrounding area clean of trash. ?? ??This is a great environmental project and it serves our learning community. Bring your parent and a pair of gloves to any or all of the Sunday morning meet-ups at 9:00 am at the track entrance on W. Neptune St.  Please wear your Grady spirit shirts. 

     
    SLAM Showcase
     
    The Student Literacy and Media (SLAM) showcase is in full swing at Grady Elementary! This is a district K-12 event celebrating reading. All students are invited to make two-dimensional art projects or short video book trailers about books in the special reading list. There will be awards given and winners will proceed to a county level contest. Submissions must be sent in by February 7th. For more information about the SLAM Showcase and the official rules, please click here  or contact our Media Specialist, Mr. Tsourakis, at [email protected].us.  
     
    Doodad Sculpture Contest
     
    This year, Grady will be participating in a new experience: The Doodad Sculpture Contest! Doodads is an art sculpture competition that requires students to use recycled or upcycled materials to create a 3D art sculpture. Each year, different materials are requested to be used according to a theme and this year's theme is "SHOES"! This is an art competition that students will work on at home, but may get advice from Mrs. Grigsby, Grady's art teacher. 
     

    There will be school-level awards given out to 1st, 2nd, 3rd, and Honorable Mention winners for each grade level. We will also be hosting a party celebrating all school-level winners. All participants will receive a certificate and a ribbon. 

    All sculptures will be turned in on the stage in the cafeteria from 7:10 - 8:00 am on the dates below. If the sculpture is larger than 3' X 3', the parents will be responsible for dropping them off because we are unable to accommodate large sculptures at school. Parents can submit a picture of sculptures larger than 3' X 3' via email to [email protected].fl.us for school level judging. 

    • K-2 sculptures are due on February 10th
    • 3-5 sculptures are due on February 12th
    For more details and contest guidelines, please click on Doodad Sculpture Contest
    Yearbooks
     
    We need your help to complete our Yearbook! You don't need to come to Grady Elementary to help create our Yearbook - there is flexibility to create pages and upload photos from home or the office.Please email [email protected] if you are interested in helping. Trainings will be held on Wednesdays from 11:30 - 12:30 or you can email yearbook@gradytigers.org to schedule a different day/time.
     
    Yearbook sales are open online! Please visit www.strawbridge.net to purchase and enter online code yb112045. Yearbooks are all hardcover this year and cost $25 if purchased before March 1, 2020.  On March 1st, prices will rise to $30. 
     
    We will be sending paper forms home if you prefer to pay via cash or check. Please note that cash and checks will only be accepted in January and February. 
     
    If you have pictures from field trips, Tropicana Speeches or the Winter Concerts that you would like included in the yearbook and the website, please email them to [email protected].
     
    5th grade parents - the deadline to purchase ads for your 5th grader is February 22, 2020. 
     
     

    Box Tops

     
    Keep collecting Box Tops! For every 5 Box Tops submitted, students will obtain 1 entry into the monthly drawing. For more information, please click Grady Box Tops. 
     
    You can submit Box Tops 3 ways: 
    1. Through the Box Top$ for Education app. Send a screenshot of your current uploaded box top amounts in your app to [email protected] to be eligible for prizes. 
    2. Clip Box Tops and turn in on the form sent home or in a Ziploc Bag. Make sure to include your child's name and teacher on the form/ziploc bag. Please insure that you are sending unexpired Box Tops and not the "Skip the Clip" logos. Items with the "Skip the Clip" logo should be submitted through the Box Top$ for Education App. 
    3. Send unscanned receipts to your teacher with your child's name written on the back. 
     
    PTA Meetings
     
    The next PTA meeting will be held on Tuesday, January 14th from 8:00 - 9:00 am in the Teachers' Lounge. The meeting is open to anyone interested in learning more about the PTA and upcoming events. If you cannot attend and would like to review the prior meeting minutes, please visit PTA Board Meetings. We have also listed some of the programs that 2019-2020 PTA Fundraisers will help fund. 
     
     
    PTA Membership
     
    Who can join? ANYONE. You can add your neighbor, parents, grandparents, anyone in the community. 
    How much does it cost? $6 for one person, $10 for two.
    Where can we become members? Online at: https://gradypta.memberhub.store/
    High membership participation provides PTA with strength in numbers when advocating for our students and also allows us to participate in PTA programs such as Reflections Art. Our PTA also receives awards for membership and programs PTA offers.
     
     
    Tiger Business and Family Partners
     
    Thank you to all of our Tiger partners! Our Tiger partners greatly assist us in enhancing educational opportunities and experiences for Grady students in four main areas: make a difference in our classrooms by funding programs; deliver PTA events to our students, teachers, and families; support Grady school events by providing volunteers and/or covering expenses; and enhance Grady Elementary through health and safety projects. To learn more about Tiger Family and Business Partnerships, please click hereTiger Partnership Program. 
     
    Our 2019-20 Tiger Business Partners are

    Our 2019-20 Family Sponsors are

    • Leader of the Pack level partner: Drs. Siviero & Heather Agazzi
    • Tiger Bronze partners: Melanie Edwards Fowler; The Gibbs Family; The House Family; and The Zysk Family
    • Red (Bengal) level partners: Angi Comas; The Christopher Family; The Du Family; The Fitzgerald Family; The Gomez Family; The Jacobs Family - Jennifer, Jeremy, Welles & Briggs; The Ledford Family; The Lueckeman Family; The Roush Family; and The Schentrup Family
    • Yellow (Cougar) level partners: John Paul and Rosemarie Getting; The Neward Family; Khue and NamSon Nguyen Family; and Ken Vu
    • Green (Cub) level partner: The Knittle Family

     

    Got used markers? ColorCycle them at Grady

    What is Crayola ColorCycle? Crayola’s latest sustainability initiative designed to repurpose markers, highlighters and dry erase markers. All marker brands are accepted. 

    How do I help? Collect markers and drop them off in the front office or your student can give them to our art teacher, Debonique Grigsby. For more information, click on ColorCycle.

     

    Familias que hablan Español

    Si tienen preguntas sobre nuestros eventos o programas, por favor manda un email a communications@gradytigers.org

    On Thursday, January 16th from 6:00-7:00pm is our 12th annual Unlock the Treasures of Reading Night, also known as Grady's Pirates and Pajamas Night.  

    Parents and children are invited to this event. From 6:15 - 7:00 pm, students will go to classrooms and enjoy stories read by pirates from local krewes. While the students are listening to the stories, parents of K-2nd grade students will go to the cafeteria for a Reading Essentials Information Session and parents of 3rd-5th grade students will go to the Media Center for the FSA (Florida Standards Assessment) Information Session. 

    The kids will have a blast and they are invited to dress as pirates or wear pajamas. There will be free books, beads, juice and cookies. Please don’t miss this fun event.

    ASE Club Registration Open

    January 7, 2020

    Registration for our Spring session of After School Enrichment (ASE) Clubs will open at 6:00 pm on Tuesday, January 7th. We are sending the ASE Registration form home with your students today and you can view the details online by clicking ASE Club Information. Please note that there was an error in the paper forms - Sarah's Spanish School will continue to be the instructor for our K-2nd Spanish Club. We apologize for any confusion. 
    The clubs run from January 27th through April 24th.  Please note that clubs on Wednesday and Thursday are only open to students in grades K-2nd. There are no clubs February 17-21 due to school conferences and March 16-20 due to Spring Break. 
    As a reminder, choir rehearsals for grades 3-5th will be held from 1:15 - 2:15 pm on the following Monday afternoons: January 13, 27, February 3, 17, 24, March 9 (Concert 12th).  
    Beginning at 6:00 pm, click on ASE Club Registration to sign up. 

    Tiger Talk Update 12.18.19

    December 18, 2019

    Our students did an amazing job performing in our Winter Concert Series! Thank you to Mr. Florio for creating such wonderful events and thanks to everyone that participated in the shows, supported our students, and helped set up/clean up for the concerts. 
     
    We are also very appreciative to all of the families that donated to our Food Drive benefiting End 68 Hours of Hunger! 
     
    Friday is our last day of school before the winter break and the end of the grading period for this semester! Students are welcome to wear their pajamas to school. Please make sure that the pajamas are appropriate for school and comfortable enough to wear all day. Friday morning our Pre-K students will enjoy Breakfast with Santa. We also have classroom parties starting at 12:50 pm. 
      
    We hope you all have a wonderful Winter Break and look forward to seeing all of our students back on January 7th. 
     
    Below are some upcoming important dates: 
    • 12/23 - 1/06 - Winter Break - NO SCHOOL
    • 01/07 - Students Return to School  
    • 01/07 - Registration Opens for Spring Session of ASE Clubs
    • 01/12 - Community Cleanup for 5th Grade Students at Coleman Track at 9:00 am  
    • 01/13 - Community Cleanup - Meet at Park & Walk at 12:55 pm
    • 01/14 - PTA Meeting from 8:00 - 9:00 am - Open to anyone interested in learning more about PTA and upcoming events    
    • 01/15 - Walk to School Wednesday from 7:00 - 7:35 am
    • 01/16 - Unlock the Treasures of Reading Night at 6:00 pm
    • 01/20 - Martin Luther King Jr Holiday - NO SCHOOL
    • 04/18 - Grady's Auction Night 

     

    Holiday Shopping 
     
    If you are using Amazon for holiday shopping, please consider using Amazon Smile to ensure a portion of your purchase benefits Grady PTA.  To use Amazon Smile for Grady PTA, please click here:  https://smile.amazon.com/ch/23-7102322 to get started.    
     
    Are you looking for ideas for holiday gifts? Please check out staff and teacher profiles at Grady PTA’s website to find out what they like. Click on Faculty & Staff to view the Administration and Specialists or click on Grade Levels to view the Teachers by grade. 
     
     
    Spring ASE Clubs
     
    After School Enrichment (ASE) Club registration will open on January 7th for the Spring Session. Your student will be receiving a paper flyer with the Spring Club details on Friday. We will send an email with the online registration link on January 7th or you can send in the paper form and payment to the office. 
     
    Spring ASE Clubs run from January 27th through April 24th. Please note that clubs on Wednesday and Thursday are only open to students in grades K-2nd. There are no clubs the week of February 17-21 due to school conferences and the week of March 16-20 due to Spring Break.     
     

    Community Cleanup Opportunities

    All Grady Students - Please help us clean the Baseball/Softball areas next to Park & Walk every Monday, right after school. Starting January 13th at 12:55 pm, bring an adult and check in with Wendy De la Garza at the Park & Walk gate. Bring tongs/grabbers to help pick up trash from the surrounding area. The PTA will have a few extras your students can use.

    Grady 5th Graders - Please help us keep the Coleman Middle School track and surrounding area clean of trash. ?? ??This is a great environmental project and it serves our learning community. Bring your parent and a pair of gloves to any or all of the Sunday morning meet-ups at 9am at the track entrance on W. Neptune St.  Please wear your Grady spirit shirts. 

     
    Doodad Sculpture Contest
     
    This year, Grady will be participating in a new experience: The Doodad Sculpture Contest! Doodads is an art sculpture competition that requires students to use recycled or upcycled materials to create a 3D art sculpture. Each year, different materials are requested to be used according to a theme and this year's theme is "SHOES"! This is an art competition that students will work on at home, but may get advice from Mrs. Grigsby, Grady's art teacher. 
     

    There will be school-level awards given out to 1st, 2nd, 3rd, and Honorable Mention winners for each grade level. We will also be hosting a party celebrating all school-level winners. All participants will receive a certificate and a ribbon. 

    All sculptures will be turned in on the stage in the cafeteria from 7:10 - 8:00 am on the dates below. If the sculpture is larger than 3' X 3', the parents will be responsible for dropping them off because we are unable to accommodate large sculptures at school. Parents can submit a picture of sculptures larger than 3' X 3' via email to [email protected] for school level judging. 

    • K-2 sculptures are due on February 10th
    • 3-5 sculptures are due on February 12th
    For more details and contest guidelines, please click on Doodad Sculpture Contest
     
    Yearbooks
     
    We need your help to complete our Yearbook! You don't need to come to Grady Elementary to help create our Yearbook - there is flexibility to create pages and upload photos from home or the office.Please email [email protected] if you are interested in helping. Trainings will be held on Wednesdays from 11:30 - 12:30 or can be scheduled by emailing [email protected].
     
    Yearbook sales are open online! Please visit www.strawbridge.net to purchase and enter online code yb112045. Yearbooks are all hardcover this year and cost $25 if purchased before March 1, 2020.  On March 1st, prices will rise to $30. 
     
    We will be sending paper forms home if you prefer to pay via cash or check. Please note that cash and checks will only be accepted in January and February. 
     
    If you have pictures from field trips, Tropicana Speeches or the Winter Concerts that you would like included in the yearbook and the website, please email them to [email protected].
     
    5th grade parents - the deadline to purchase ads for your 5th grader is February 22, 2020. 
     
     

    Box Tops

     
    Keep collecting Box Tops! For every 5 Box Tops submitted, students will obtain 1 entry into the monthly drawing. For more information, please click Grady Box Tops. 
     
    You can submit Box Tops 3 ways: 
    1. Through the Box Top$ for Education app. Send a screenshot of your current uploaded box top amounts in your app to [email protected] to be eligible for prizes. 
    2. Clip Box Tops and turn in on the form sent home or in a Ziploc Bag. Make sure to include your child's name and teacher on the form/ziploc bag. Please insure that you are sending unexpired Box Tops and not the "Skip the Clip" logos. Items with the "Skip the Clip" logo should be submitted through the Box Top$ for Education App. 
    3. Send unscanned receipts to your teacher with your child's name written on the back. 
     
    PTA Meetings
     
    The next PTA meeting will be held on Tuesday, January 14th from 8:00 - 9:00 am in the Teachers' Lounge. The meeting is open to anyone interested in learning more about the PTA and upcoming events. If you cannot attend and would like to review the prior meeting minutes, please visit PTA Board Meetings. We have also listed some of the programs that 2019-2020 PTA Fundraisers will help fund. 
     
     
    PTA Membership
     
    Who can join? ANYONE. You can add your neighbor, parents, grandparents, anyone in the community. 
    How much does it cost? $6 for one person, $10 for two.
    Where can we become members? Online at: https://gradypta.memberhub.store/
    High membership participation provides PTA with strength in numbers when advocating for our students and also allows us to participate in PTA programs such as Reflections Art. Our PTA also receives awards for membership and programs PTA offers.
     
     
    Tiger Business and Family Partners
     
    Thank you to all of our Tiger partners! Our Tiger partners greatly assist us in enhancing educational opportunities and experiences for Grady students in four main areas: make a difference in our classrooms by funding programs; deliver PTA events to our students, teachers, and families; support Grady school events by providing volunteers and/or covering expenses; and enhance Grady Elementary through health and safety projects. To learn more about Tiger Family and Business Partnerships, please click hereTiger Partnership Program. 
     
    Our 2019-20 Tiger Business Partners are

    Our 2019-20 Family Sponsors are

    • Leader of the Pack level partner: Drs. Siviero & Heather Agazzi
    • Tiger Bronze partners: Melanie Edwards Fowler; The Gibbs Family; The House Family; and The Zysk Family
    • Red (Bengal) level partners: Angi Comas; The Christopher Family; The Du Family; The Fitzgerald Family; The Gomez Family; The Jacobs Family - Jennifer, Jeremy, Welles & Briggs; The Ledford Family; The Lueckeman Family; The Roush Family; and The Schentrup Family
    • Yellow (Cougar) level partners: John Paul and Rosemarie Getting; The Neward Family; Khue and NamSon Nguyen Family; and Ken Vu
    • Green (Cub) level partner: The Knittle Family

     

    Got used markers? ColorCycle them at Grady

    What is Crayola ColorCycle? Crayola’s latest sustainability initiative designed to repurpose markers, highlighters and dry erase markers. All marker brands are accepted. 

    How do I help? Collect markers and drop them off in the front office or your student can give them to our art teacher, Debonique Grigsby. 

    For more information, click on ColorCycle.

     

    Familias que hablan Español

    Si tienen preguntas sobre nuestros eventos o programas, por favor manda un email a communications@gradytigers.org

    Tiger Talk Update 12.06.19

    December 6, 2019

    Thank you to all of our volunteers and families that braved a chilly morning to Walk to School on Wednesday! We had 150 walkers and our winning class this month is Ms. Webber's! We are tallying the walkers each month to calculate our grand prize winner and right now, Ms. Trupp's class is in the lead. 
     
    We need your help to clean up our beautiful school on Saturday, December 7th from 9:00 - 11:00 am. Bring the whole family (adults and kids) to help pull weeds, trim palm fronds, rake leaves, etc... Just show up in yard work clothes at the front of Grady Elementary at 9:00 am. Grady PTA will provide bottled water. Please contact Brad Smith at [email protected] with any questions. 
      
    Our amazing crossing guard, Janet Anderson, has been nominated for America's Favorite Crossing Guard. To vote for Janet, please click on Crossing Guard. You can vote once a day through December 12th. 
     
    As a reminder, today is the last day of the Fall session of After School Enrichment Clubs. Please note that our Tuesday Clubs will meet on Tuesday, December 10th for their Hurricane Dorian Make Up Day. 
     
    Below are some upcoming important dates: 
    • 12/07 - Fall Family Cleanup
    • 12/09 - STEM Fair Viewing from 5:30 - 6:30 pm
    • 12/10 - PTA Meeting from 8:00 - 9:00 am - Open to anyone interested in learning more about PTA and upcoming events  
    • 12/10 - Tuesday Clubs - Hurricane Dorian Make Up Day
    • 12/11 - Winter Concert and Art Exhibit for 1st and 2nd Grade (Art Exhibit from 5:00 - 5:45 pm, concert at 6:00 pm)
    • 12/12 -  Winter Concert and Art Exhibit for 3rd - 5th Grade Chorus (Art Exhibit from 5:00 - 5:45 pm, concert at 6:00 pm)
    • 12/13 -  Winter Concert and Art Exhibit for Pre-K and Kindergarten (Art Exhibit from 7:10 - 7:55 am, concert at 8:15 am)
    • 12/17 - Last day to turn in items for the Food Drive benefiting End 68 Hours of Hunger
    • 12/18 - Winter Cooking Club Special from 2:15 - 4:15 pm
    • 12/23 - 1/06 - Winter Break - NO SCHOOL
    • 04/18/20 - Grady's Auction Night 
     
    Fall Family Clean up 12/7 
    We need your help to clean up our beautiful school, Grady Elementary. Bring the whole family (adults and kids) to Grady on Saturday, December 7th from 9:00 - 11:00 am to help our school with cosmetic maintenance. We will be pulling weeds, trimming palm fronds, raking leaves, etc... Just show up in yard work clothes at the front of Grady Elementary at 9:00 am. Please contact Brad Smith at [email protected] with any questions. 
     
    STEM Fair Project Viewing 12/9
     
    All parents are invited to stop by Grady Elementary's cafeteria on December 9th to view the 2019 STEM Fair projects between 5:30 and 6:30 pm. The STEM Fair winners will be announced at 5:40 pm. 
     

    Grady Winter Concerts & Art Exhibit

    Our Winter Concerts are quickly approaching! For full details, please click on Winter Concerts. Volunteers are needed to help set up and clean up for the concert. If you are interested in volunteering, please click Winter Concert Volunteers. We appreciate any volunteers, even if you have to arrive late or leave early. Please send photos from the Winter Concerts  to [email protected] if you would like them included in the Yearbook and website

    1st & 2nd Grade: Wednesday, December 11th

    • 3:00 - 9:00 pm - Family Dinner Night at PDQ (Make sure to mention you are with Grady Elementary)
    • 5:00 - 5:45 pm - Art Fair Project viewing in Cafeteria
    • 5:00 pm - 5th Grade Yummy Treat Sale (please bring cash, all donations benefit 5th grade end of year events)
    • 6:00 pm - Winter Concert Starts

    3rd, 4th & 5th Grade Chorus: Thursday, December 12th  
    • 5:00 - 5:45 pm - Art Fair Project viewing in Cafeteria
    • 5:00 pm - 5th Grade Yummy Treat Sale (please bring cash, all donations benefit 5th grade end of year events)
    • 6:00 pm - Winter Concert Starts
    Pre-K and Kindergarten: Friday, December 13th  
    • 7:10 - 7:55 am - Art Fair Project viewing in Cafeteria
    • 8:15 am - Winter Concert Starts

    Grady's Food Drive benefiting End 68 Hours of Hunger

    Grady Elementary is running a food drive to benefit End 68 Hours of Hunger of Hillsborough County. Donations will be collected from December 2nd to December 17th. Please send donations in with your child and they will place them in the donation box in their classroom or bring donations to the Winter Concert and Art Exhibit. 

    To see the list of recommended donation items, please click on Food Drive Donation Items. Please note that they have requested no cans or glass jars.  

     
    Auction Night 4/18
     
    If you were not able to attend our Auction planning meeting on 12/04, but would like to help with Auction Night, please contact Michelle Caceres at a[email protected]
     
    Doodad Sculpture Contest
     
    This year, Grady will be participating in a new experience: The Doodad Sculpture Contest! Doodads is an art sculpture competition that requires students to use recycled or upcycled materials to create a 3D art sculpture. We will be providing Grady deadlines and more details shortly, but in the meantime, you can view contest guidelines by clicking on Doodad Sculpture Contest
     
     
    Holiday Shopping 
    If you are using Amazon for holiday shopping, please consider using Amazon Smile to ensure a portion of your purchase benefits Grady PTA.  To use Amazon Smile for Grady PTA, please click here:  https://smile.amazon.com/ch/23-7102322 to get started.    
     
    Are you looking for ideas for holiday gifts? Please check out staff and teacher profiles at Grady PTA’s website to find out what they like. Click on Faculty & Staff to view the Administration and Specialists or click on Grade Levels to view the Teachers by grade. 
     
    Yearbooks
    Yearbook sales are open online! Please visit www.strawbridge.net to purchase and enter online code yb112045. Yearbooks are all hardcover this year and cost $25 if purchased before March 1, 2020.  On March 1st, prices will rise to $30. 
    We will be sending paper forms home if you prefer to pay via cash or check. Please note that cash and checks will only be accepted in January and February. 
    If you have pictures from field trips, Skate Night, Art Night, Great American Teach In, Math Bowl or the Winter Concerts that you would like included in the yearbook and the website, please email them to [email protected].
     

    Box Tops

     
    Keep collecting Box Tops! For every 5 Box Tops submitted, students will obtain 1 entry into the monthly drawing. Turn in your Box Tops for a chance to win a giant stocking full of toys! For more information, please click Grady Box Tops. 
    You can submit Box Tops 3 ways: 
    1. Through the Box Top$ for Education app. Send a screenshot of your current uploaded box top amounts in your app to [email protected] to be eligible for prizes. 
    2. Clip Box Tops and turn in on the form sent home or in a Ziploc Bag. Make sure to include your child's name and teacher on the form/ziploc bag. Please insure that you are sending unexpired Box Tops and not the "Skip the Clip" logos. Items with the "Skip the Clip" logo should be submitted through the Box Top$ for Education App. 
    3. Send unscanned receipts to your teacher with your child's name written on the back. 
     
    PTA Meetings
    The next PTA meeting will be held on Tuesday, December 10th from 8:00 - 9:00 am in the Teachers' Lounge. The meeting is open to anyone interested in learning more about the PTA and upcoming events. If you cannot attend and would like to review the prior meeting minutes, please visit PTA Board Meetings. We have also listed some of the programs that 2019-2020 PTA Fundraisers will help fund. 
     
     
    PTA Membership
    Who can join? ANYONE. You can add your neighbor, parents, grandparents, anyone in the community. 
    How much does it cost? $6 for one person, $10 for two.
    Where can we become members? Online at: https://gradypta.memberhub.store/
    High membership participation provides PTA with strength in numbers when advocating for our students and also allows us to participate in PTA programs such as Reflections Art. Our PTA also receives awards for membership and programs PTA offers.
     
    Tiger Business and Family Partners
    Thank you to all of our Tiger partners! Our Tiger partners greatly assist us in enhancing educational opportunities and experiences for Grady students in four main areas: make a difference in our classrooms by funding programs; deliver PTA events to our students, teachers, and families; support Grady school events by providing volunteers and/or covering expenses; and enhance Grady Elementary through health and safety projects. To learn more about Tiger Family and Business Partnerships, please click hereTiger Partnership Program. 
     
    Our 2019-20 Tiger Business Partners are

    Our 2019-20 Family Sponsors are

    • Leader of the Pack level partner: Drs. Siviero & Heather Agazzi
    • Tiger Bronze partners: Melanie Edwards Fowler; The Gibbs Family; The House Family; and The Zysk Family
    • Red (Bengal) level partners: Angi Comas; The Christopher Family; The Du Family; The Fitzgerald Family; The Gomez Family; The Jacobs Family - Jennifer, Jeremy, Welles & Briggs; The Ledford Family; The Lueckeman Family; The Roush Family; and The Schentrup Family
    • Yellow (Cougar) level partners: John Paul and Rosemarie Getting; The Neward Family; Khue and NamSon Nguyen Family; and Ken Vu
    • Green (Cub) level partner: The Knittle Family

     

    Got used markers? ColorCycle them at Grady

    What is Crayola ColorCycle? Crayola’s latest sustainability initiative designed to repurpose markers, highlighters and dry erase markers. All marker brands are accepted. 

    How do I help? Collect markers and drop them off in the front office or your student can give them to our art teacher, Debonique Grigsby. 

    For more information, click on ColorCycle.

    Familias que hablan Español

    Si tienen preguntas sobre nuestros eventos o programas, por favor manda un email a communications@gradytigers.org

    Grady Elementary is running a food drive to benefit End 68 Hours of Hunger of Hillsborough County. Donations will be collected from December 2nd to December 17th. Please send donations in with your child and they will place them in the donation box in their classroom.  You can also bring the donations to the Winter Concerts on December 11th, 12th, and 13th. 

    Recommended donation items....NO CANS OR GLASS PLEASE:

    • Grape or Strawberry Jelly
    • Applesauce
    • Crackers/Saltines
    • Pasta/Pasta Sauce (in PACKETS)
    • Soups in PACKAGES
    • Pancake/Waffle Mix and Syrup
    • Snack Items - individually wrapped
    • Fruit in PLASTIC TUBS
    • Beef or Oriental Flavored Ramen Noodles
    • Mac & Cheese
    • Tuna in packets
    • Peanut butter/cheese crackers
    • Cereal
    • Rice
    • Cookies

    December 3rd will be Grady Elementary mandated health screenings. We will start at 8 am and end around 1pm.

    We will be do vision screening for all Kindergarteners. We will also be doing vision, height, weight and body mass index (BMI) for all 1st graders and 3rd graders.

    If your student fails our vision screening, a letter will be sent home with the information. If the vision screening is passed, you will not receive a letter. All students in 1st and 3rd grade will be printed a report of their height, weight and BMI—if normal or abnormal.

    If your child is absent we will do their screening when they return to school.

    If you need any further information please contact Beth Kenyon, RN at 813-272-3090 ext 226 or Nurse Rehmann in the Grady Clinic 813-872-5325.

    We need volunteers to assist with our health screening for Kindergarten, 1st grade and 3rd Grade. We will need assistance with crowd control, keeping children quiet, keeping classes on time and adjusting classes early or late upon the class current situation. Please click on Student Health Screenings to sign up. Shifts are 1 hour long and start at 7:30 am. 

     

     

    Grady Health Screening Schedule

    3rd Neldner 8:05am-8:25am

    3rd Doremus 8:25am-8:45am

    3rd Newberry 8:45am-9:05am

    KG Hero 9:05am-9:25am

    KG Ordonez-Ward 9:25am-9:45am

    3rd Oliva 9:50am-10:10am

    KG Finitz 9:45am-10:05am

    KG Dreby 10:05am-10:25am

    1st Wolfe 10:25am-10:45am

    1st DelCastillo 10:45am-11:05am  

    1st Ward 1105am-1125am

    1st Horne 12:15pm-12:35pm

    Grady's annual Thanksgiving Feast is next week on Wednesday, November 20th. Lunch will be held in the Grady cafeteria during your student's lunch time. For more details and to view the full lunch schedule, please click on 2019 Thanksgiving LunchPlease note that tomorrow, November 15th is the deadline for the Thanksgiving Feast Reservations and money for additional adult and child lunches. No money or reservations will be accepted on the day of the feast. 
     

    Make sure that you bring a photo ID and allow time to sign in and receive a visitor's pass from the front office.

    We urgently need volunteers to help with Thanksgiving Lunch! Please click on Thanksgiving Lunch Volunteer to sign up. Shifts are 1 hour each and you can leave a note in the comment section if you would like to start/finish a few minutes early in order to participate in your child's lunch.

    Below are some upcoming important dates: 
    • 11/15 - Last day to turn in reservation forms and money for Thanksgiving Lunch
    • 11/20 - Thanksgiving Lunch
    • 11/21 - Great American Teach In
    • 11/22 - Tiger Trek Class Parties
    • 11/25 - 11/29 - Fall Break - NO SCHOOL
    • 12/04 - Walk to School Wednesday
    • 12/10 - PTA Meeting from 8:00 - 9:00 am - Open to anyone interested in learning more about PTA and upcoming events  
    • 12/11 - Winter Concert for 1st and 2nd Grade at 6:00 pm
    • 12/12Winter Concert for 3rd - 5th Grade Chorus at 6:00 pm  
    • 12/13 -  Winter Concert for Pre-K and Kindergarten at 8:15 am
    • 12/23 - 1/06 - Winter Break - NO SCHOOL
    • 04/18/20 - Grady's Auction Night 

     

    Holiday Shopping 
    If you are using Amazon for holiday shopping, please consider using Amazon Smile to ensure a portion of your purchase benefits Grady PTA.  To use Amazon Smile for Grady PTA, please click here:  https://smile.amazon.com/ch/23-7102322 to get started.    
     
    Are you looking for ideas for holiday gifts? Please check out staff and teacher profiles at Grady PTA’s website to find out what they like. Click on Faculty & Staff to view the Administration and Specialists or click on Grade Levels to view the Teachers by grade. 
     
     
    Tiger Trek Parties
     
    Thanks again to all of our Tiger Trek donors and participants! Class parties will held on November 22nd. That will also be a non-uniform day where students can wear their favorite sports team gear. We are very excited that thanks to our generous donors, all of our classes have earned a class party on the 22nd. Please click on Tiger Trek Class Parties to view the list of parties each class earned and at what time their party will be held. 
     
    Auction Night 4/18
     
    Our 3rd annual adult only Auction Night is coming up on April 18th. We need your help to make it an amazing night! We need volunteers for our Decoration and Donation Committees. Planning Meetings will be held once a month and attendance will be required. We will be sending out more details about the meeting places and dates shortly. If you are interested in helping with the auction, please contact Kat Cowley at [email protected]
     
    Yearbooks
    Yearbook sales are open online! Please visit www.strawbridge.net to purchase and enter online code yb112045. Yearbooks are all hardcover this year and cost $25 if purchased before March 1, 2020.  On March 1st, prices will rise to $30. 
    We will be sending paper forms home if you prefer to pay via cash or check. Please note that cash and checks will only be accepted in January and February. 
    If you have pictures from field trips, Student of the Month ceremonies, or fall festival that you would like included in the yearbook or on the website, please email them to [email protected].

    Box Tops

     
    Keep collecting Box Tops! For every 5 Box Tops submitted, students will obtain 1 entry into the monthly drawing. Turn in your Box Tops in November and December for a chance to win a giant stocking full of toys! For more information, please click Grady Box Tops. 
    You can submit Box Tops 3 ways: 
    1. Through the Box Top$ for Education app. Send a screenshot of your current uploaded box top amounts in your app to [email protected] to be eligible for prizes. 
    2. Clip Box Tops and turn in on the form sent home or in a Ziploc Bag. Make sure to include your child's name and teacher on the form/ziploc bag. Please insure that you are sending unexpired Box Tops and not the "Skip the Clip" logos. Items with the "Skip the Clip" logo should be submitted through the Box Top$ for Education App. 
    3. Send unscanned receipts to your teacher with your child's name written on the back. 
     
    PTA Meetings
    The next PTA meeting will be held on Tuesday, December 10th from 8:00 - 9:00 am in the Teachers' Lounge. The meeting is open to anyone interested in learning more about the PTA and upcoming events. If you cannot attend and would like to review the prior meeting minutes, please visit PTA Board Meetings. We have also listed some of the programs that 2019-2020 PTA Fundraisers will help fund. 
     
     
    PTA Membership
    Who can join? ANYONE. You can add your neighbor, parents, grandparents, anyone in the community. 
    How much does it cost? $6 for one person, $10 for two.
    Where can we become members? Online at: https://gradypta.memberhub.store/
    High membership participation provides PTA with strength in numbers when advocating for our students and also allows us to participate in PTA programs such as Reflections Art. Our PTA also receives awards for membership and programs PTA offers.
     
     
    Tiger Business and Family Partners
    Thank you to all of our Tiger partners! Our Tiger partners greatly assist us in enhancing educational opportunities and experiences for Grady students in four main areas: make a difference in our classrooms by funding programs; deliver PTA events to our students, teachers, and families; support Grady school events by providing volunteers and/or covering expenses; and enhance Grady Elementary through health and safety projects. To learn more about Tiger Family and Business Partnerships, please click hereTiger Partnership Program. 
     
    Our 2019-20 Tiger Business Partners are

    Our 2019-20 Family Sponsors are

    • Leader of the Pack level partner: Drs. Siviero & Heather Agazzi
    • Tiger Bronze partners: Melanie Edwards Fowler; The Gibbs Family; The House Family; and The Zysk Family
    • Red (Bengal) level partners: Angi Comas; The Christopher Family; The Du Family; The Fitzgerald Family; The Gomez Family; The Jacobs Family - Jennifer, Jeremy, Welles & Briggs; The Ledford Family; The Lueckeman Family; The Roush Family; and The Schentrup Family
    • Yellow (Cougar) level partners: John Paul and Rosemarie Getting; The Neward Family; Khue and NamSon Nguyen Family; and Ken Vu
    • Green (Cub) level partner: The Knittle Family


    Got used markers? ColorCycle them at Grady

    What is Crayola ColorCycle? Crayola’s latest sustainability initiative designed to repurpose markers, highlighters and dry erase markers. All marker brands are accepted. 

    How do I help? Collect markers and drop them off in the front office or your student can give them to our art teacher, Debonique Grigsby. 

    For more information, click on ColorCycle.

    Familias que hablan Español

    Si tienen preguntas sobre nuestros eventos o programas, por favor manda un email a [email protected]

    Tiger Talk Update 11.07.19

    November 7, 2019

    Thank you to all of our students, families, and volunteers that participated in yesterday's Walk to School Wednesday! We had 180 walkers. Congratulations to Mrs. Dreby's class for winning the recess goodies with 11 participants - more than half the class! Save the date for our next Walk to School Wednesday on December 4th. We are looking for photos from Walk To School Wednesday, Storybook Parade or the Fall Festival for the website and yearbook. Please email photos from these events to [email protected]
     
     
    Our 3rd annual adult only Auction Night is coming up on April 18th. We need your help to make it an amazing night! ***We are looking for an Auction Coordinator***, as well as volunteers for the Decorations and Donations Committees. Please contact Kat Cowley at [email protected] for more information. 
      
    Below are some upcoming important dates: 
    • 11/11 - Veterans Day - NO SCHOOL 
    • 11/12 - PTA Meeting from 8:00 - 9:00 am - Open to anyone interested in learning more about PTA and upcoming events
    • 11/20 - Thanksgiving Lunch
    • 11/21 - Great American Teach In
    • 11/22 - Tiger Trek Class Parties
    • 11/25 - 11/29 - Fall Break - NO SCHOOL
    • 12/04 - Walk to School Wednesday
    • 12/23 - 1/06 - Winter Break - NO SCHOOL
    • 04/18/20 - Grady's Auction Night 
     
    Auction Night 4/18
     
    Our 3rd annual adult only Auction Night is coming up on April 18th. We need your help to make it an amazing night! 
     
    We need volunteers for: Auction Coordinator, Decorations Committee and Donations Committee. Ideally we will have 10-15 volunteers for each of the committees. Planning Meetings will be held once a month and attendance will be required. We will be sending out more details about the meeting places and dates shortly. If you are interested in helping with the auction, please contact Kat Cowley at [email protected]
     
    Thanksgiving Lunch
     
    Grady's annual Thanksgiving Feast will take place on Wednesday, November 20th in the Grady cafeteria during your student's lunch time. For more details and to view the full lunch schedule, please click on 2019 Thanksgiving Lunch. Please note that November 15th is the deadline for the Thanksgiving Feast Reservations and money for additional adult and child lunches. No money or reservations will be accepted on the day of the feast. 
     

    Make sure that you bring a photo ID and allow time to sign in and receive a visitor's pass from the front office.

    We need your help volunteering at Thanksgiving lunch! Please click on Thanksgiving Lunch Volunteer to sign up. Shifts are 1 hour each and you can leave a note in the comment section if you would like to start/finish a few minutes early in order to participate in your child's lunch.

     
    Tiger Trek Parties
     
    Thanks again to all of our Tiger Trek donors and participants! We raised over $25,000 towards our track! We had an amazing time celebrating the students that earned individual Tiger Trek Ice Cream, Kona Ice, and Video Game parties on October 31st. 
    Special congratulations to our top 5 individual students:
    1st Place - Olivia Torres
    2nd Place - Lennon Berner
    3rd Place - Ana Gomez
    4th Place - Edward Holley
    5th Place - Pablo Gomez

    Class parties will held on November 22nd. That will also be a non-uniform day where students can wear their favorite sports team gear. We are very excited that thanks to our generous donors, all of our classes have earned a class party on the 22nd. Please click on Tiger Trek Class Parties to view a full list with the party each class earned. 

     
    Box Tops
     
    Keep collecting Box Tops! For every 5 Box Tops submitted, students will obtain 1 entry into the monthly drawing. Turn in your Box Tops in November and December for a chance to win a giant stocking full of toys! For more information, please click Grady Box Tops. 
    You can submit Box Tops 3 ways: 
    1. Through the Box Top$ for Education app. Send a screenshot of your current uploaded box top amounts in your app to [email protected] to be eligible for prizes. 
    2. Clip Box Tops and turn in on the form sent home or in a Ziploc Bag. Make sure to include your child's name and teacher on the form/ziploc bag. Please insure that you are sending unexpired Box Tops and not the "Skip the Clip" logos. Items with the "Skip the Clip" logo should be submitted through the Box Top$ for Education App. 
    3. Send unscanned receipts to your teacher with your child's name written on the back. 
     
    PTA Meetings
    The next PTA meeting will be held on Tuesday, November 12th from 8:00 - 9:00 am in the Teachers' Lounge. The meeting is open to anyone interested in learning more about the PTA and upcoming events. If you cannot attend and would like to review the prior meeting minutes, please visit PTA Board Meetings. We have also listed some of the programs that 2019-2020 PTA Fundraisers will help fund. 
     
     
    PTA Membership
    Who can join? ANYONE. You can add your neighbor, parents, grandparents, anyone in the community. 
    How much does it cost? $6 for one person, $10 for two.
    Where can we become members? Online at: https://gradypta.memberhub.store/
    High membership participation provides PTA with strength in numbers when advocating for our students and also allows us to participate in PTA programs such as Reflections Art. Our PTA also receives awards for membership and programs PTA offers.
     
    Tiger Business and Family Partners
    Thank you to all of our Tiger partners! Our Tiger partners greatly assist us in enhancing educational opportunities and experiences for Grady students in four main areas: make a difference in our classrooms by funding programs; deliver PTA events to our students, teachers, and families; support Grady school events by providing volunteers and/or covering expenses; and enhance Grady Elementary through health and safety projects. To learn more about Tiger Family and Business Partnerships, please click hereTiger Partnership Program. 
     
    Our 2019-20 Tiger Business Partners are

    Our 2019-20 Family Sponsors are

    • Leader of the Pack level partner: Drs. Siviero & Heather Agazzi
    • Tiger Bronze partners: Melanie Edwards Fowler; The Gibbs Family; The House Family; and The Zysk Family
    • Red (Bengal) level partners: Angi Comas; The Christopher Family; The Du Family; The Fitzgerald Family; The Gomez Family; The Jacobs Family - Jennifer, Jeremy, Welles & Briggs; The Ledford Family; The Lueckeman Family; The Roush Family; and The Schentrup Family
    • Yellow (Cougar) level partners: John Paul and Rosemarie Getting; The Neward Family; Khue and NamSon Nguyen Family; and Ken Vu
    • Green (Cub) level partner: The Knittle Family

    Tiger Talk Update 10.30.19

    October 30, 2019

    Thank you so much to everyone who attended our Fall Festival, especially our amazing volunteers who helped the event run smoothly and Mr. Tsourakis for allowing our students to slime him! Despite the rain early on, it was an incredibly fun night for our students! Also, thank you to our vendors and sponsors that set up tables and entertainment for our students - Drama Kids, Soccer Shots, Martial Arts Advantage, Rockatar, Perez Orthodontics, and Traditional Tae Kwan Do Black Belt Center. Thank you to Publix for donating the drinks and snacks. We greatly appreciate all the parents, teachers, office staff, former Grady students, and everyone else who stepped up to make the night a success.  
    Our Annual Storybook Parade takes place tomorrow, October 31st at 8:15 am. Teachers, staff and students are invited to dress in a costume depicting a favorite storybook character and are encouraged to carry the book that depicts their costume. Students may change into their uniform after the parade if they’d like to! *Please note that according to school board policy, toy guns, toy swords or weapons of any kind cannot be brought to school. Also, please be aware that very scary costumes are not permitted. For more details, please click on Storybook Parade.
     
    The parade will begin at 8:15 a.m. The spectator viewing area is standing room only outside the school’s front office, along the car line area. Students will parade out the front office gate and walk along the sidewalk traveling East towards the Media Center.  
    Starbucks has generously donated coffee for the storybook parade spectators and the 5th grade will have a donation-based bake sale, so bring a little cash if you would like a little morning treat for yourself! The PTA table will have membership forms available and will also be selling adult shirts (sizes S, L, XL) for $20 each and drawstring bags for $10 each. There will be a discount on PTA items purchased for anyone that signs a grandparent up for PTA membership. 
    The Tiger Trek Ice Cream, Kona Ice, Video Game parties, and lunch with Mr. Campbell and Mrs. Gonzalez are also scheduled on October 31st for students who earned them through fundraising! The Ice Cream Party will take place from 9:30 - 10:00 am. The Kona Ice and Video Game Parties are scheduled between 10:00 - 12:00 pm. The Kona Ice and Video Game Parties are each 1 hour long and we have also scheduled for a 30 minute lunch with Mr. Campbell or Mrs. Gonzalez. Please note that the class parties will be held on November 22nd. We will circulate more details about the class parties in November. 
     
    PTA Membership
    Every new member that signs up by tomorrow, October 31st, will be entered in a raffle to win a free hard cover 2019-2020 Grady Yearbook, valued at $25. We will raffle 1 yearbook for every 10 new members. People adding grandparents as members will get 2 tickets for the yearbook raffle and will get 2 for 1 pricing on PTA shirts and drawstring bags.   
     
    Who can join? ANYONE. You can add your neighbor, parents, grandparents, anyone in the community. 
    How much does it cost? $6 for one person, $10 for two.
    Where can we become members? Online at: https://gradypta.memberhub.store/ or sign up at the Storybook Parade on October 31st
    High membership participation provides PTA with strength in numbers when advocating for our students and also allows us to participate in PTA programs such as Reflections Art. Our PTA also receives awards for membership and programs PTA offers.
    Our goal is to add at least 23 more members by tomorrow. 
     
    Below are some upcoming important dates: 
    • 10/31 - Storybook Parade at 8:15 am (Parents are invited to watch the parade)
    • 11/06 - Walk to School Wednesday from 7:00 - 7:40 am
    • 11/11 - Veteran's Day - NO SCHOOL 
    • 11/12 - PTA Meeting from 8:00 - 9:00 am - Open to anyone interested in learning more about PTA and upcoming events
    • 04/18/20 - Grady's Auction Night
     
    Box Tops
     
    Keep collecting Box Tops! For every 5 Box Tops submitted, students will obtain 1 entry into the monthly drawing. Turn in your Box Tops in November and December for a chance to win a giant stocking full of toys! For more information, please click Grady Box Tops. 
    You can submit Box Tops 3 ways: 
    1. Through the Box Top$ for Education app. Send a screenshot of your current uploaded box top amounts in your app to [email protected] to be eligible for prizes. 
    2. Clip Box Tops and turn in on the form sent home or in a Ziploc Bag. Make sure to include your child's name and teacher on the form/ziploc bag. Please insure that you are sending unexpired Box Tops and not the "Skip the Clip" logos. Items with the "Skip the Clip" logo should be submitted through the Box Top$ for Education App. 
    3. Send unscanned receipts to your teacher with your child's name written on the back. 
     
    PTA Meetings
    The next PTA meeting will be held on Tuesday, November 12th from 8:00 - 9:00 am in the Teachers' Lounge. The meeting is open to anyone interested in learning more about the PTA and upcoming events. If you cannot attend and would like to review the prior meeting minutes, please visit PTA Board Meetings. We have also listed some of the programs that 2019-2020 PTA Fundraisers will help fund. 
     
     
    Tiger Business and Family Partners
    Thank you to all of our Tiger partners! Our Tiger partners greatly assist us in enhancing educational opportunities and experiences for Grady students in four main areas: make a difference in our classrooms by funding programs; deliver PTA events to our students, teachers, and families; support Grady school events by providing volunteers and/or covering expenses; and enhance Grady Elementary through health and safety projects. To learn more about Tiger Family and Business Partnerships, please click hereTiger Partnership Program. 
     
    Our 2019-20 Tiger Business Partners are

    Our 2019-20 Family Sponsors are

    • Leader of the Pack level partner: Drs. Siviero & Heather Agazzi
    • Tiger Bronze partners: Melanie Edwards Fowler; The Gibbs Family; The House Family; and The Zysk Family
    • Red (Bengal) level partners: Angi Comas; The Christopher Family; The Du Family; The Fitzgerald Family; The Gomez Family; The Jacobs Family - Jennifer, Jeremy, Welles & Briggs; The Ledford Family; The Lueckeman Family; The Roush Family; and The Schentrup Family
    • Yellow (Cougar) level partners: John Paul and Rosemarie Getting; The Neward Family; Khue and NamSon Nguyen Family; and Ken Vu
    • Green (Cub) level partner: The Knittle Family


    Got used markers? ColorCycle them at Grady

    What is Crayola ColorCycle? Crayola’s latest sustainability initiative designed to repurpose markers, highlighters and dry erase markers. All marker brands are accepted. 

    How do I help? Collect markers and drop them off in the front office or your student can give them to our art teacher, Debonique Grigsby. 

    For more information, click on ColorCycle.

    Tiger Trek Winners 2019

    October 29, 2019

    Thank you to everyone who participated and donated to Tiger Trek! We raised over $25,000!! The proceeds will all go towards our 2 year project to build a track at Grady. 

    Congratulations to our Tiger Trek individual student winners! They did an amazing job raising funds for Grady!
    1st Place - Olivia Torres - Advantage Martial Arts Birthday Party
    2nd Place - Lennon Berner - $150 Gift Certificate from Bricks 4 Kidz
    3rd Place - Ana Gomez - $135 Gift Certificate to Rockatar
    4th Place - Edward Holley - Free ASE Club
    5th Place - Pablo Gomez - Free 2019-20 Yearbook

    Parties were held on October 31st for individual students that earned the Ice Cream Party, Kona Ice Party, or Video Game Party. 

    Class parties will held on November 22nd. That will also be a non-uniform day where students can wear their favorite sports team gear. We are very excited that thanks to our generous donors, all of our classes have earned a class party on the 22nd. 

    Here are the final class standings, along with the party they earned: 

    HOMEROOM # STUDENTS AVERAGE Prize Earned Schedule
    KG-Hero*  21  $100.48  30 extra min recess & Bounce House during Recess Time, plus non-uniform day

    Bounce House - 12:25-12:55,  Extra 30 min. Recess - 12:55 -1:25

    02-Price  20  $97.00  30 extra min recess & Bounce House during Recess Time, plus non-uniform day

    Bounce House - 11:55-12:25,  Extra 30 min. Recess - 12:25 -12:55

    04-Ritter  19  $90.58 30 extra min recess & Bounce House during Recess Time, plus non-uniform day Bounce House - 12:55-1:25,
    Extra 30 min. Recess - 1:25 -1:55
    04-Dickens  19  $90.00 30 extra min recess & Bounce House during Recess Time, plus non-uniform day Bounce House - 1:25-1:55,
    Extra 30 min. Recess - 12:55 -1:25
    KG-Dreby  20  $72.35  Popsicle & Slime party, plus non-uniform day Slime Party - 8:30-9:00  Popsicle Party - 12:40 - 12:55
    03-Doremus  18  $72.28 Popsicle & Slime party, plus non-uniform day Slime Party - 9:00-9:30  Popsicle Party - 11:20 - 11:35
    01-Delcastillo  20  $69.85  Popsicle & Slime party, plus non-uniform day Slime Party - 8:30-9:00  Popsicle Party - 11:55 - 12:10
    01-Ward  20  $69.50  Popsicle & Slime party, plus non-uniform day Slime Party - 8:30-9:00  Popsicle Party - 12:00 - 12:15
    04-Lanier  19  $65.32 Popsicle & Slime party, plus non-uniform day Slime Party - 9:30-10:00 Popsicle Party - 12:25 - 12:40
    05-Trupp  24  $64.67  Popsicle & Slime party, plus non-uniform day Slime Party - 9:30-10:00 Popsicle Party - 11:05 - 11:20
    01-Wolfe  20  $57.77  Slime party, plus non-uniform day Slime Party - 8:30-9:00
    KG-Finitz  20  $58.50  Slime party, plus non-uniform day Slime Party - 8:30-9:00
    05-Cucci  22  $48.41 Slime party, plus non-uniform day Slime Party - 9:30-10:00
    04-Reyher  18  $46.11  Slime party, plus non-uniform day Slime Party - 9:30-10:00
    02-De Lucia  19  $45.00  Slime party, plus non-uniform day Slime Party - 9:00-9:30
    01-Horne  20  $44.50  Popsicle party, plus non-uniform day Popsicle Party - 12:10 - 12:25
    03-Oliva  15  $42.00 Popsicle party, plus non-uniform day Popsicle Party - 11:25 - 11:40
    02-Buell  21  $41.19  Popsicle party, plus non-uniform day Popsicle Party - 11:50 - 12:05
    KG-Ward-Ordonez  20  $40.00  Popsicle party, plus non-uniform day Popsicle Party - 12:50 - 1:05
    PK-Brinson  17  $40.00  Popsicle party, plus non-uniform day Popsicle Party - 10:45 - 11:00
    03-Newberry  18  $39.56  Popsicle party, plus non-uniform day Popsicle Party - 11:30 - 11:45
    02-Ona  20  $38.50  Popsicle party, plus non-uniform day Popsicle Party - 11:40-11:55
    KG-Mcalister  8 $37.50 Popsicle party, plus non-uniform day Popsicle Party - 11:45 - 12:00
    03-Neldner  18  $35.28  Popsicle party, plus non-uniform day Popsicle Party - 11:15 - 11:30
    05-Webber  21  $30.45 Popsicle party, plus non-uniform day Popsicle Party - 11:00-11:15
    05-Steel  21  $30.00  Popsicle party, plus non-uniform day Popsicle Party - 10:55-11:10
    05-Nichols  10 $30.00  Popsicle party, plus non-uniform day Popsicle Party - 10:55-11:10
    PK-Minardi  $30.00  Popsicle party, plus non-uniform day Popsicle Party - 10:50-11:00

    Tiger Talk Update 10.23.19

    October 23, 2019

    Thank you to all the families that participated in the Grain and Berry Family Night on Monday and visited our Book Fair!

    We also greatly appreciate all of the students and families that participated in Walk to School Wednesday today! We had 188 participants, which is about a third of our students! Mrs. Trupp's class is the winner of our recess goodies with 13 walkers this morning!

    Congratulations to Chris Lanier, Debonique Grigsby and Heather Tanski, who are being awarded for their commitment to excellence in education! Chris Lanier, fourth grade teacher, has been named Grady's Teacher of the Year. Debonique Grigsby, Art Specialist, has been named Ida S. Baker Diversity Educator of the Year. Heather Tanski has been named Instructional Support Person of the Year. Thank you for all of your hard work and dedication to our students!

    Grady Elementary School PTA's Fall Festival FUNdraiser is only 2 days away! Fall Festival takes place this Friday, October 25th, from 5:00 - 7:30 pm! There will be a Maze, Bounce Houses, Games, Balloon Artists, 5th Grade Bake Sale, Slime, Sponsors, Magic Show (5:30 & 6:30 pm) and more Fall Fun!! For full event details, click on Read More.

    Tonight is the deadline for purchasing wristbands, tickets and full pizzas online. After tonight's deadline, wristbands and tickets will only be available for purchase at the Fall Festival and pizza will only be sold by the slice. Regular priced wristbands are $20/wristbands and tickets are still $1/ticket. Please note that adults do not need to purchase Wristbands unless they plan on participating in the Games, Booths, etc...

    **We need your help! Please consider volunteering for a 30 minute shift during the Fall Festival. We know many of you have volunteered at the class level, but we need more volunteers to help the event run smoothly!

    Below are some upcoming important dates:
    10/24 - Red Ribbon Week - Students should wear crazy socks
    10/25 - Red Ribbon Week - Students should wear sunglasses
    10/25 - Deadline to submit Box Tops for October drawing & contest
    10/25 - Book Fair is open from 4:00 - 7:30 pm
    10/25 - Fall Festival from 5:00 - 7:30 pm
    10/31 - Storybook Parade at 8:15 am (Parents are invited to watch the parade)
    04/18/20 - Grady's Auction Night

    Book Fair 10/21-25

    Grady Elementary School's Book Fair is open this week! Book Fair is located at the Kathryn Hance Media Center and is open from Monday - Friday, 7:10 - 2:30 (open 4:00 - 7:30 during the Fall Festival on 10/25). Parents must bring ID and sign in at the office if they would like to accompany their students to the Book Fair. Please note that no children are allowed without parents until after the morning show. For full details about the Book Fair, including the link to shop online, please click on Grady's Fall Book Fair.

    Consider using the new eWallet feature in lieu of sending kids with cash. For more information, please click on eWallet. If you plan on sending cash, it is recommended to place it in an envelope with students names for younger children. Keep in mind that there is an 8.5% sales tax added to all items.

    We still need $6,100 to reach our goal of $13,000 and slime Mr. Tsourakis at the Fall Festival!

    If you have any questions or special instructions, call Mr. Tsourakis at 813-872-5325.


    Storybook Parade 10/31

    Teachers, staff and students are invited to dress in a costume depicting a favorite storybook character and are encouraged to carry the book that depicts their costume on October 31st. Students may change into their uniform after the parade if they’d like to! *Please note that according to school board policy, toy guns, toy swords or weapons of any kind cannot be brought to school. Also, please be aware that very scary costumes are not permitted. For more details, please click on Storybook Parade.

    The parade will begin at 8:15 a.m. The spectator viewing area is standing room only outside the school’s front office, along the car line area. Students will parade out the front office gate and walk along the sidewalk traveling East towards the Media Center.

    Starbucks has generously donated coffee for the storybook parade spectators and the 5th grade will have a donation-based bake sale, so bring a little cash if you would like a little morning treat for yourself!

    The Tiger Trek Ice Cream, Kona Ice, and Video Game parties will also occur on this day for students who earned them through the fundraising! Please note that class parties will be held on November 22nd.

    Grady's Annual Storybook Parade will be on Thursday, October 31st. Teachers, staff and students are invited to dress in a costume depicting a favorite storybook character. Students are encouraged to carry the book that depicts the character they are wearing. 

    The parade will begin at 8:15 a.m. The spectator viewing area is standing room only outside the school’s front office, along the car line area. Students will parade out the front office gate and walk along the sidewalk traveling East towards the Media Center. Starbucks has generously donated coffee for the Storybook Parade for spectators and 5th grade will have a donation based bake sale.  Make sure to bring cash if you would like a little morning treat for yourself! 

    After the parade, school work will resume with planned literature based activities related to the storybook characters. If your child's costume would be uncomfortable to wear all day, he or she may change back into their school uniform. 

    If your child needs help planning something to wear, just send a note to his/her homeroom teacher and assistance will be given. In planning your child's outfit, remember that according to school board policy, toy guns, toy swords or weapons of any kind cannot be brought to school. Also, please be aware that very scary costumes are not permitted. 

     

    Tiger Talk Update 10.14.19

    October 14, 2019

    We have some very fun events coming up the next few weeks at Grady Elementary! 
     
    Grady Elementary School PTA's Fall Festival FUNdraiser is coming up on October 25, 2019 from 5:00 - 7:30 pm! There will be a Maze, Bounce Houses, Games, Balloon Artists, 5th Grade Bake Sale, Slime, Sponsors, Magic Show (5:30 & 6:30 pm) and more Fall Fun!! For full event details, please click on Fall Festival FUNdraiser
     
    Buy Wristbands in advance for $10 each by Monday, October 21st. Wristbands purchased the night of the event will cost $20 per wristband. All Wristbands include the Bounce Houses, Booths, Maze, Games and Magic Show. Please note that adults do not need to purchase Wristbands unless they plan on participating in the Games, Booths, etc...

    Advanced purchased wristbands & tickets will be available for PICKUP by an adult at the following dates/times: 

      • 10/23: Before school on Walk-to-School Wednesday (at the Side Walk Stomper Hub on the corner of Grady/Morrison) 
      • 10/25: Morning drop-off in front of school 
      • 10/25: After School at Park-and-Walk 
      • Pickup at the PTA table at the Fall Festival 
    To purchase Advanced Wristbands and Tickets for food/drinks, click here. Please use the name of your oldest child only. You will also be able to pre-order whole pizzas online. We will email a separate link when it is available.  
     

    We need volunteers to make the event a success. If you would like to volunteer to help with this year’s Fall Festival please click here.

     
    Below are some upcoming important dates:
    • 10/18 - PTA School of Excellence Survey due
    • 10/21 - 10/25 - Book Fair from 7:30 - 2:30 pm daily (open 4:00 - 7:30 on 10/21 & 10/25)  
    • 10/21 - Family Night at Grain and Berry from 2:00 - 7:00 pm
    • 10/23 - Walk to School Wednesday & pick up your Fall Festival Wristbands
    • 10/25 - Deadline to submit Box Tops for October drawing & contest
    • 10/25 - Fall Festival from 5:00 - 7:30 pm
    • 10/31 - Storybook Parade
    • 04/18/20 - Grady's Auction Night
    School of Excellence Survey
     
    All parents should have received a letter regarding the National PTA School of Excellence program with a 20 questions survey regarding the Grady PTA. Please fill it out the survey and return it to your student's homeroom teacher by Friday, October 18th. 
     
    Book Fair 10/21-25
     
    Grady Elementary School's Book Fair is coming up on October 21 - 25th at the Kathryn Hance Media Center. Book Fair is open from Monday - Friday, 7:10 - 2:30 (open 4:00 - 7:30 during Grain & Berry Family Night on 10/21 & Fall Festival on 10/25). Parents must bring ID and sign in at the office if they would like to accompany their students to the Book Fair. Please note that no children are allowed without parents until after the morning show. For full details about the Book Fair, including the link to shop online, please click on Grady's Fall Book Fair
     

    Consider using the new eWallet feature in lieu of sending kids with cash. For more information, please click on eWallet. If you plan on sending cash, it is recommended to place it in an envelope with students names for younger children. Keep in mind that there is an 8.5% sales tax added to all items. 

    We need your help to make it an epic adventure! Please sign up to volunteer for the Book Fair: Click Here to Volunteer.

    If you have any questions or special instructions, call Mr. Tsourakis at 813-872-5325.

     
    Family Night at Grain & Berry 10/21

    Monday, October 21st from 2:00 - 7:00 pm, bring your family out to Grain & Berry located at 1155 S Dale Mabry Hwy for Family Night. Join us right after pickup - it is walking distance from the school or you can drive over. 

    Please mention that you are with Grady Elementary. To view their full menu, go to www.grainandberry.com.

     
    Walk to School Wednesday 10/23

    We have added a Walk to School Wednesday on October 23rd to allow parents to pick up advanced purchase Fall Festival Wristbands and Tickets! Walk to School Wednesday will continue to occur on a monthly basis, the first Wednesday of each month. 

    Students can walk, bike or scooter to school and check in with volunteers on the corner of Grady and Morrison Ave (right by the crosswalk) from 7:05 - 7:35 am. Students will be able to pick up a sticker on their way to their classroom and parents will be able to pick up advanced purchase Fall Festival Wristbands and Tickets. The class with the most walkers will earn goodies for recess!

    Volunteers are needed from 7:00 - 7:40 am to help check in our students and hand out the Advanced purchase Fall Festival Wristbands and Tickets. Please click on Walk to School Wednesday Volunteer to sign up. 

    For more details about our Walk to School Wednesday program, please click on Walk to School Wednesdays
     
    Box Tops
     
    Keep collecting Box Tops! For every 5 Box Tops submitted, students will obtain 1 entry into the monthly drawing. In October, 3 students will win a pumpkin full of Halloween goodies and the class that turns in the most Box Tops in October will win an ice cream sundae party! Box Tops must be turned in by October 25th. For more information, please click Grady Box Tops. 
    You can submit Box Tops 3 ways: 
    1. Through the Box Top$ for Education app. Send a screenshot of your current uploaded box top amounts in your app to [email protected] to be eligible for prizes. 
    2. Clip Box Tops and turn in on the form sent home or in a Ziploc Bag. Make sure to include your child's name and teacher on the form/ziploc bag. Please insure that you are sending unexpired Box Tops and not the "Skip the Clip" logos. Items with the "Skip the Clip" logo should be submitted through the Box Top$ for Education App. 
    3. Send unscanned receipts to your teacher with your child's name written on the back. 
    PTA Membership
    Thank you to all of the families that have already signed up to join the Grady PTA. We have 360 members signed up, but still need 90 more to reach our goal of 450 members. You can still sign up/renew your PTA membership online by clicking PTA Membership.  Membership must be renewed annually. Membership is only $6 for 1 person or $10 for 2 people. Anyone can join the PTA: Parents, Grandparents, Children (6th - 12th grade), Teachers, Faculty, Staff and Community Members. High membership participation provides PTA with strength in numbers when advocating for our students and also allows us to participate in PTA programs such as Reflections Art.   
     
    PTA Meetings
    The next PTA meeting will be held on Tuesday, November 12th from 8:00 - 9:00 am in the Teachers' Lounge. The meeting is open to anyone interested in learning more about the PTA and upcoming events. If you cannot attend and would like to review the prior meeting minutes, please visit PTA Board Meetings. We have also listed some of the programs that 2019-2020 PTA Fundraisers will help fund. 
     
    Tiger Business and Family Partners
    Thank you to all of our Tiger partners! Our Tiger partners greatly assist us in enhancing educational opportunities and experiences for Grady students in four main areas: make a difference in our classrooms by funding programs; deliver PTA events to our students, teachers, and families; support Grady school events by providing volunteers and/or covering expenses; and enhance Grady Elementary through health and safety projects. To learn more about Tiger Family and Business Partnerships, please click hereTiger Partnership Program. 
     
    Welcome to our newest Green (Cub) level Tiger Partner, The Knittle Family! 
     
    Our 2019-20 Tiger Business Partners are

    Our 2019-20 Family Sponsors are

    • Leader of the Pack level partner: Drs. Siviero & Heather Agazzi
    • Tiger Bronze partners: Melanie Edwards Fowler; The Gibbs Family; The House Family; and The Zysk Family
    • Red (Bengal) level partners: Angi Comas; The Christopher Family; The Du Family; The Fitzgerald Family; The Gomez Family; The Jacobs Family - Jennifer, Jeremy, Welles & Briggs; The Ledford Family; The Lueckeman Family; The Roush Family; and The Schentrup Family
    • Yellow (Cougar) level partners: John Paul and Rosemarie Getting; The Neward Family; Khue and NamSon Nguyen Family; and Ken Vu
    • Green (Cub) level partner: The Knittle Family

    Got used markers? ColorCycle them at Grady

    What is Crayola ColorCycle? Crayola’s latest sustainability initiative designed to repurpose markers, highlighters and dry erase markers. All marker brands are accepted. 

    How do I help? Collect markers and drop them off in the front office or your student can give them to our art teacher, Debonique Grigsby. 

    For more information, click on ColorCycle.

    Grady Elementary School Book Fair

    Oct. 21 - Oct. 25

    Our Scholastic Book Fair is a great way to get kids excited about reading and to buy some great reads! 

    The Book Fair takes place in the Media Center and is open from Monday - Friday, 7:30 - 2:30 (open 2:30 - 7:00 during Grain & Berry Family Night on 10/21 & 4:00 - 7:30 pm for Fall Festival on 10/25). No children are allowed without parents until after the morning show.

    We need your help to make it an epic adventure! Please sign-up to volunteer for the Book Fair: Click Here to Volunteer

    Interactive Book Fair Flyer: Click Here

    Consider using the new eWallet feature in lieu of sending kids with cash. For more information, please click on eWallet. If you plan on sending cash, it is recommended to place cash in an envelope with students names for younger children. Keep in mind that there is an 8.5% sales tax added to all items. 

    If you are unable to shop in person, click on Shop Online to access our online book fair. 

    If you have any questions or special instructions, call Mr. Tsourakis at 813-872-5325.

    Thank you for supporting our school Book Fair and developing a love of reading in your child!

    We are very excited to share changes and new initiatives to keep our students safe and healthy at Grady Elementary this year. 
     
    New Crossing Guard
     
    Grady Elementary finally has a dedicated Crossing Guard! Janet is located at the crosswalk on Grady Ave and Morrison Ave and is present during both morning drop off and afternoon pickup.  
     
    New Stop Signs on Morrison Ave
     
    Over the weekend, 2 new stop signs were installed on Morrison Ave at the intersection with Grady Ave. That intersection is now a 3-way stop and all cars must come to a complete stop. 
     
     
     
    Walk to School Wednesday
     
    Grady Elementary's first Walk to School Wednesday will take place tomorrow, October 2nd from 7:00 am - 7:35 am. We will have one volunteer on site early to check in 5th grade Patrols who walk to school. Students participating in Walk to School Wednesday can wear their Tiger Trek spirit shirts tomorrow.
     
    Walk to School Wednesday is a new PTA partnership with Sidewalk Stompers to improve pedestrian safety and increase the number of children walking to school. The first Wednesday of every month, students are encouraged to walk (or bike or scooter) to school. For more details, please click on Walk to School Wednesday Flyer
     
    Walkers/bikers should check in with volunteers on the corner of Grady and Morrison Ave on their way into school. We are still looking for a couple more volunteers to check in our students. Please click on Walk To School Wednesday Volunteers to sign up. 
     
    Pedestrian Safety Flags
     
    We now have bright orange pedestrian safety flags by the Grady/Morrison Ave. crosswalks to provide visibility to pedestrians when there is no crossing guard in the intersection. In addition, having the bright colored flags at both ends of the crosswalk makes the crosswalk stand out more. 
    Students should pick up an orange safety flag when they are ready to cross the road. They need to look both ways and insure that traffic has stopped. When it is safe to cross, they should hold the flag high, cross the street, and leave the flag in the bucket on the other side. 
     
    New Tiger Crossing Signs
     
    There are new Tiger Crossing yard signs in front of our school to remind drivers to slow down and watch out for children crossing. 
     
    New Track on Campus 
     
    PTA’s main fundraising goal is to build a track at Grady Elementary. The track is a 2 year project that will cost at least $70,000 as we will be purchasing a higher quality/safer track top. To view the 3D rendering, please click on Grady Track
     
    If you have any questions about Walk to School Wednesday or any other health and safety initiatives, please email [email protected]

    3D rendering of our Proposed Grady Track!!

    Here is a 3D renedering of our proposed new track at Grady Elementary. This is a 2 year fundraising project. Our 2 year goal is $70,000 for our new track. Tiger Track is our first fundraising event this year. 

    For more information on Tiger Trek, please click here!

    Grady PTA thanks Triage Consignment Boutique for being a Siberian Level Tiger Partner!  Triage Consignment Boutique donated $2,000.00 to benefit our teachers and students!

    Please check out their website at Triage Consignment Boutique.

    Triage Consigment Boutique is located at 4109 Henderson BlvdTampa, FL 33629 and their phone number is (813) 805-7600. Triage Consignment Boutique is a consignment store focusing on Ladies Designer Apparel.  We have been serving South Tampa with the Highest Quality Service and Merchandise since 1980.

    If you visit Triage Consignment Boutique, please let them know how much you appreciate them sponsoring our school.

    Tiger Talk Update 09.13.19

    September 13, 2019

    As a reminder, we had a schedule change due to Hurricane Dorian makeup days. Monday dismissal will now be at regular time (1:55 pm) through the end of December. The next early release Monday will be on January 13th. Monday clubs are in the process of being moved to 2:15 - 3:15 pm. Please note that there are no ASE Clubs next week, September 16 - 20th due to parent conferences, but Chorus will still be held on Monday, September 16th. Rehearsal will go from 2:15 - 3:15 pm and students will be dismissed from the front of the school. 
     
    Our Guidance Counselor, Mrs. Harris, has shared a presentation in reference to bullying. Please click on Information Regarding Bullying to view the pdf version. You can also find it as a link in Guidance Corner, along with other important documents from Mrs. Harris. 
     
     
    Below are some upcoming important dates:
    • 9/16 - Chorus Rehearsal will still be held from 2:15 - 3:15 pm
    • 9/16 - 9/20 - Conference Week - No ASE Clubs all week
    • 9/20 - Last day to turn in donations in order to have your Tiger Trek shirt for the event
    • 9/23 - Chick-fil-A Art Exhibit and Family Night from 4:00 - 7:00 pm
    • 9/27 - Tiger Trek Fundraiser and Walk-a-thon from 8:00 - 10:00 am
    • 9/30 - Last day to turn in Tiger Trek donations to qualify for prizes
    • 10/02 - Girls on the Run Club begins
    • 10/02 - Walk to School Wednesday
    • 04/18/20 - Grady's Auction Night
    Volunteer Opportunities
     
    We need volunteers for our Chick-fil-A Art Exhibit and Family Night and our Tiger Trek FundraiserTo view all PTA volunteer opportunities, please click on Volunteer. This link will always be updated with our open volunteer opportunities. 

    To volunteer at school in any capacity, you must complete the background check firstBackground Check Application for Volunteers. The application must be renewed on an annual basis. Click on the word “Apply” on the left side of the page and fill out the forms (you will need your driver's license number). When you do volunteer at Grady, make sure you bring your driver’s license and sign into the school’s computer and log your hours. 
     

    Tiger Trek

    We are only 15 days away from Tiger Trek on September 27th! Tiger Trek is our biggest Fall Fundraiser where all proceeds directly benefit our school and students! This year, we are raising funds to build a track on campus! For full details, click on Tiger Trek

    September 20th is the last day to turn in donations to have your Tiger Trek shirt in time to wear on September 27th. Students will still have the chance to turn in donations to win amazing individual and class prizes through September 30th. Cash and checks can be submitted to your teacher in the blue Tiger Trek envelope and online donations can be completed at https://gradytigers.org/donate-tt. Use your student's school student id number as their code.

    We need volunteers to make the day a success. Please volunteer for a 30 minute shift by clicking on Tiger Trek Volunteers

     
    Box Tops
     
    Please help us make it another great box top year!  We have great incentives and prizes this year for Box Tops. The class with the most box tops by September 30th will win a pizza party and students will be entered to win individual prizes. For more information, please click Grady Box Tops.
     
    You can submit Box Tops 3 ways: 
    1. Through the Box Top$ for Education app. Send a screenshot of your current uploaded box top amounts in your app to [email protected] to be eligible for prizes. 
    2. Clip Box Tops and turn in on the form sent home or in a Ziploc Bag. Make sure to include your child's name and teacher on the form/ziploc bag.
    3. Send unscanned receipts to your teacher with your child's name written on the back. 
    PTA Membership
    Thank you to all of the families that have already signed up to join the Grady PTA. We have 329 members signed up, but still need 121 more to reach our goal of 450 members. You can still sign up/renew your PTA membership online by clicking PTA Membership. Membership must be renewed annually. Membership is only $6 for 1 person or $10 for 2 people. Anyone can join the PTA: Parents, Grandparents, Children (6th - 12th grade), Teachers, Faculty, Staff and Community Members. High membership participation provides PTA with strength in numbers when advocating for our students and also allows us to participate in PTA programs such as Reflections Art.   
     
    Tiger Business and Family Partners
    Thank you to all of our Tiger partners! Our Tiger partners greatly assist us in enhancing educational opportunities and experiences for Grady students in four main areas: make a difference in our classrooms by funding programs; deliver PTA events to our students, teachers, and families; support Grady school events by providing volunteers and/or covering expenses; and enhance Grady Elementary through health and safety projects. To learn more about Tiger Family and Business Partnerships, please click hereTiger Partnership Program. Please note that we are still accepting sponsors for the 2019-20 school year, although the deadline to be included on the Tiger Trek shirt has already passed. 
     
    Welcome to our newest sponsors: Butterfly Pharmacy, The Digital Bell. and The House Family!

    Our 2019-20 Tiger Business Partners are

    Our 2019-20 Family Sponsors are

    • Leader of the Pack level partner: Drs. Siviero & Heather Agazzi
    • Tiger Bronze partners: Melanie Edwards Fowler; The Gibbs Family; The House Family; and The Zysk Family
    • Red (Bengal) level partners: The Christopher Family; The Du Family; The Fitzgerald Family; The Gomez Family; The Jacobs Family - Jennifer, Jeremy, Welles & Briggs; The Ledford Family; The Lueckeman Family; The Roush Family; and The Schentrup Family
    • Yellow (Cougar) level partners: John Paul and Rosemarie Getting; The Neward Family; Khue and NamSon Nguyen Family; and Ken Vu


    Got used markers? ColorCycle them at Grady

    What is Crayola ColorCycle? Crayola’s latest sustainability initiative designed to repurpose markers, highlighters and dry erase markers. All marker brands are accepted. 

    How do I help? Collect markers and drop them off in the front office or your student can give them to our art teacher, Debonique Grigsby. 

    For more information, click on ColorCycle.

    Tiger Talk Update 09.06.19

    September 6, 2019

    Thanks to all of the grandparents and grandfriends that joined us for Grandparents' Breakfast! A very special thank you to our staff and volunteers that made our breakfasts possible! 
     
    If you have any pictures from Grandparents' breakfast or Skate Night that you would like included in the yearbook or on the website, please email them to [email protected] by September 30th.  
     
    Below are some upcoming important dates:
    • 9/09 - Tiger Trot and Chorus Rehearsals begin
    • 9/10 - PTA Board Meeting in the Teacher's Lounge at 8:00 am - Any parents interested in volunteering with the PTA are welcome to attend 
    • 9/11 - Patriot's Day - Wear red, white & blue
    • 9/23 - Chick-fil-A Art Exhibit and Family Night from 4:00 - 7:00 pm
    • 9/27 - Tiger Trek Fundraiser and Walk-a-thon from 7:45 - 10:15 am
    • 10/02 - Girls on the Run Club begins
    • 10/02 - Walk to School Wednesday
    • 04/18/20 - Grady's Auction Night

     

    PTA Sponsorship
    Thank you to all of our Tiger partners! Our Tiger partners greatly assist us in enhancing educational opportunities and experiences for Grady students in four main areas: make a difference in our classrooms by funding programs; deliver PTA events to our students, teachers, and families; support Grady school events by providing volunteers and/or covering expenses; and enhance Grady Elementary through health and safety projects. To learn more about Tiger Family and Business Partnerships, please click hereTiger Partnership Program. Please note that we are still accepting sponsors for the 2019-20 school year, although the deadline to be included on the Tiger Trek shirt has already passed. 

    Our 2019-20 Tiger Business Partners are

    Our 2019-20 Family Sponsors are

    • Leader of the Pack level partner: Drs. Siviero & Heather Agazzi
    • Tiger Bronze partners: Melanie Edwards Fowler; The Gibbs Family; and The Zysk Family
    • Red (Bengal) level partners: The Christopher Family; The Du Family; The Fitzgerald Family; The Gomez Family; The Jacobs Family - Jennifer, Jeremy, Welles & Briggs; The Ledford Family; The Lueckeman Family; The Roush Family; and The Schentrup Family
    • Yellow (Cougar) level partners: John Paul and Rosemarie Getting; The Neward Family; Khue and NamSon Nguyen Family; and Ken Vu

    Volunteer Opportunities
     
    To view the current PTA volunteer opportunities, please click on Volunteer.

    To volunteer at school in any capacity, you must complete the background check firstBackground Check Application for Volunteers. The application must be renewed on an annual basis. Click on the word “Apply” on the left side of the page and fill out the forms (you will need your driver's license number). When you do volunteer at Grady, make sure you bring your driver’s license and sign into the school’s computer and log your hours. 
     
    Box Tops
     
    Please help us make it another great box top year!  We have great incentives and prizes this year for Box Tops. The class with the most box tops by September 30th will win a pizza party and students will be entered to win individual prizes. For more information, please click Grady Box Tops.
     
    You can submit Box Tops 3 ways: 
    1. Through the Box Top$ for Education app. Send a screenshot of your current uploaded box top amounts in your app to [email protected] to be eligible for prizes. 
    2. Clip Box Tops and turn in on the form sent home or in a Ziploc Bag. Make sure to include your child's name and teacher on the form/ziploc bag.
    3. Send unscanned receipts to your teacher with your child's name written on the back. 
     
    PTA Membership
    Thank you to all of the families that have already signed up to join the Grady PTA. You can still sign up/renew your PTA membership online by clicking PTA Membership. Membership must be renewed annually. Membership is only $6 for 1 person or $10 for 2 people. Anyone can join the PTA: Parents, Grandparents, Children (6th - 12th grade), Teachers, Faculty, Staff and Community Members. High membership participation provides PTA with strength in numbers when advocating for our students and also allows us to participate in PTA programs such as Reflections Art.   

    Got used markers? ColorCycle them at Grady

    What is Crayola ColorCycle? Crayola’s latest sustainability initiative designed to repurpose markers, highlighters and dry erase markers. All marker brands are accepted. 

    How do I help? Collect markers and drop them off in the front office or your student can give them to our art teacher, Debonique Grigsby. 

    For more information, click on ColorCycle.

    Grady Elementary’s Chorus is open to all students in 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade. To fill out the registration form for your student(s), please click on Grady Chorus Registration or return the completed paper form. 

    Rehearsals are held on Monday afternoons, right after school, for one hour. Rehearsals begin on September 9th. We will have rehearsals on all of these Mondays: September 9, 16, 23, 30, October 7, 14*, 21*, 28*, November 4*, 18*, December 2 *, 9* (Concert 12th), 16*, January 13, 27, February 3, 17, 24, March 9 (Concert 12th). All rehearsals on Early Release Days will dismiss from the front of the school at 2:15. On Normal Release Mondays (those with an *), dismissal will be at 3:15.

    Grady’s uniform of a Navy Top and Khaki Bottoms will also be the Chorus Uniform.

    We will have 2 concerts this school year, both at 6 p.m. Grady’s Winter Concert will be on Thursday, December 12th, 2019. Grady’s Spring Concert will be on Thursday, March 12th, 2020.

    Box Top$ for Education

    August 19, 2019 - September 19, 2019

    For collection of box tops for Grady Elementary, this year we are using the app Box Top$ for Education. With this app, you can scan in your receipts for General Mills products and instantly add them to Grady Elementary. 

    For More Info Click this link: http://gradytigers.org/box-tops

    Registration for fall after school enrichment clubs are open now and will close on August 28th.  Clubs will begin on September 3, 2019 and end on December 6, 2019.  There will be no Monday clubs on November 11 as it is a non-student day.  There will be no clubs Monday through Friday the week of conferences (September 16 through 20) and Thanksgiving Week (November 25 through 29).

    To review a complete list of our fall club offerings, please click on List of Clubs.  Registration and payment are on a first-come, first-serve basis.  To register and pay online, click on ASE Club Signup.  You may register one student for multiple clubs at the same time, but you must complete a separate registration for each student.  

    Grady Elementary's Open House is scheduled for Friday, August 9th from 8:00 - 10:00 am. 

    All Parents, Students, Faculty and Staff will meet in the cafeteria at 8:00 am. 

    During Open House, you can sign up for PTA; spirit shirts and Teamworks uniform shirts will be on display; YMCA after school care information will be available; and free uniforms and uniform swap are available (while supplies last). There will also be a PTA General Meeting to approve meeting minutes and the 2019-20 budget. To view the documents, click on PTA Meeting Minutes and PTA 2019-20 Budget.  

    Tentative Schedule:

    8:00 - 8:25 am - Meet in the Cafeteria (PTA and Staff Introductions)

    8:25 - 9:00 am - 1st session in classrooms

    9:00 - 9:30 am - 2nd session in classrooms

    9:00 - 10:00 am - Popsicles with the PTA in the Cafeteria for new students and their families

    Grady Elementary is very excited to welcome our new Assistant Principal, Ann-Marie Gonzalez! 

    About Assistant Principal Gonzalez

    I am a native Floridian born and raised in Tampa. I received my Elementary Education degree from USF and my Master's in Educational Leadership from Saint Leo University.  I recently celebrated 25 years with the school district, during my tenure I have had the pleasure of working in various roles such as teacher, Reading Coach, District Resource Teacher and Assistant Principal.  As a  Reading Coach with the district I spent several years at Grady and am happy to be returning home.

    On a personal note I am the proud mom of two amazing children, Ansley 13 and Joseph 11.  I enjoy being outdoors,  staying active and spending time with my family.  

     

    Congratulations to Grady Elementary for earning an "A" grade from the Florida Department of Education for the 11th year in a row! This is a wonderful achievement for our Grady students, teachers, administrators and parents.  

    ** All volunteers must fill out a Hillsborough County Volunteer Form on the Hillsborough County Schools website to volunteer at Grady Elementary in any capacity. A new form must be submitted for the 2019/2020 school year **

    To access the Hillsborough County Volunteer Form, please click here. Once the page opens, click the green "APPLY" button located on the left hand side and complete the form. 

    If you are returning as a volunteer from last year, you can reactivate last year’s volunteer application. *Please note that all volunteers need to re-apply for screening each year. 

    Volunteers are needed on Thursday, July 18th at 12:00 pm to sort the school uniforms that were donated by sizes. The donated uniforms will be available for families to pick up at Open House on August 9th. 

    Please email Christine Diaz if you are able to volunteer. Her email is [email protected]

    Please join the Grady Dads Club to help beautify and clean up our school on Saturday, July 13th from 9 am - 12 pm. We would greatly appreciate it if you could bring rakes, trash bags and other tools to clean the yard. 

    Principal Campbell will be on-site to assist the volunteers and the PTA will be providing cold water and Gatorade. 

    Please email [email protected] if you are able to participate in the Dads Club School Cleanup. Thank you for keeping Grady looking great! 

    We are happy to announce that we are offering the SchoolKidz, School Supply Kit Program for the 2019-20 school year to make your back to school shopping quick and easy! SchoolKidz offers prepackaged school supply kits filled with the supplies requested per grade level (excluding backpack and nap mat). The kits will arrive to Grady with each student’s name and grade level prior to the first day of school. They will be distributed in the students' classroom during open house.

    Schoolkidz Kits must be ordered prior to June 14, 2019. To order your kit, please go to www.shopttkits.com and enter account #36155. You will then be prompted to select the grade level your child will be entering in August 2019. The shipping is already set to Grady Elementary School and there is no additional fee for taxes or shipping to the school.

    Please note that the kits only include the supplies listed under components/description, but you can add items for your student including a backpack, lunch box, nap mat, water bottles and food jars. You can also add donation items for your child's class including Kleenex, disinfecting wipes, hand sanitizer, copy paper and sandwich bags to your order. 

    To see the full list of supplies included with each kit, please click on: Schoolkidz supplies.

    Please contact Jamie Babb with any questions at  [email protected].

    We will have the detailed school supply lists posted online by next week. 

    We had an amazing week honoring our school's hard working, dedicated teachers and their outstanding support staff during Teacher & Staff Appreciation Week! Thank you to all of the families that brought snacks, school supplies, flowers, fan mail and special gifts for our Teachers & Staff! Our teachers and staff felt very appreciated by all of our families!
     
    Thank you to Jamie Babb and Kate Beauregard for working tirelessly to plan an amazing week for our teachers & staff!  Our PTA treated our teachers and staff to star treatment with: VIP breakfast, massages and popsicles on Monday, Taco Tuesday lunch and swag bags, catered lunch by Maggianos on Wednesday, breakfast and gourmet popcorn on Thursday, and catered lunch by the Deviled Pig and a Night out at the Movies on Friday. To view pictures of the incredible week, please click on Teacher & Staff Appreciation 2019

    Thank you to our Tiger Teachers' Appreciation Luncheon" Presenting Sponsor State Farm Agent Jim Corwell. Please check out his website at State Farm - Jim Corwell. 

    Special thank you to all of the amazing companies that donated food and items to make our Teacher and Staff Appreciation Week so special! We are so appreciative for their generosity and support. Click on the company names to view their websites. 
     
    Outback Steakhouse - 20 gift cards - 3403 Henderson Blvd
    Tampa Yard Greetings - yard sign 
    Starbucks - coffee -1300 S Dale Mabry Hwy
    The Hyppo - popsicles - 702 S Village Cir
    Cinebistro - movie vouchers -1609 W Swann Ave
    Taco Bus - Tuesday lunch
    Moe’s - chips, queso and salsa - 3810 W Neptune St
    Maggiano's Italian Restaurant - Wednesday lunch - 203 Westshore Plz
    Cheesecake Factory - red velvet cheesecake - 2223 N West Shore Blvd
    18 Bagels Co. - bagels & cream cheese -111 S Dale Mabry Hwy
    Panera - pastries - 112 South Westshore Blvd.
    Soho Juice Company - juice - 3120 West Bay to Bay Blvd.
    Edible Arrangements - 2 fruit trays -1305 S Dale Mabry Hwy
    Chef Inspired Popcorn - popcorn - 3204 B W Bay To Bay Blvd
    Gigi’s Cupcakes - mini cupcakes - 3810 W Neptune St
    Deviled Pig - Friday Lunch - 3307 S Dale Mabry Hwy
    Tomorrow, Tuesday, May 14th is our PTA General Assembly Meeting at 8:00 am in the Teacher's Lounge to vote in our 2019-20 PTA Officers. 
    We still have open positions on the board for Committee coordinators and Committee members for the 2019-20 school year. If you are interested in volunteering with the PTA, please join us at our PTA Board Meeting on May 14th at 8:15 am in the teacher's lounge or send an email to [email protected] with your interests. 
     
    The officers nominated for the 2019-20 school year are: 
    1.  President –Norma Maiz   
    2.  VP of Membership - Jahaira Quintana
    3.  VP of Communication – Laura Lauer
    4.  VP of Sponsorship – Lauren Fitzgerald 
    5.  VP of Fundraising/Ways and Means – Kat Cowley 
    6.  VP of Events – Kate Nelson 
    7.  VP of Volunteer Relations – Brad Smith 
    8.  VP of Special Projects – Jessica Schentrup
    9. VP of Health and Safety – Jannine Neward
    10. VP of Finance  –  Clarissa Medeiros
    11. Treasurer –  Heather Moniz
    12. Secretary – Kate Beauregard
    13. Corresponding Secretary – Deanna House

     

    We still need Committee Coordinators for the following:

    • Yearbook Committee Coordinator- We do have several committee members that are available to take photos and create some event pages for the Yearbook
    • After School Enrichment Club Committee Assistant - Amy Harris is coordinating, but we are missing an ASE Assistant that assists the ASE in day to day interactions with volunteers and vendors. The ASE Assistant is required to be on campus during the first 2 weeks of clubs in each session. There are volunteers for attendance and dismissal
    • Auction Committee Coordinator - We already have a committee in place and Kat Cowley will support the coordinator
    • Reflections Art Committee Coordinator
    • 5th Grade Parent - Organizes the events specific to 5th grade including fundraisers and the 5th grade banquet
    • Family Nights Coordinator 
    • Welcoming Committee Coordinator – Organizes school uniform collection and distribution, gives school tours and organizes activities to make new parents feel welcome.
    • Formalities or Hospitality Committee Coordinator 
    • Dad’s Club Coordinator – Organizes clean-up day before school starts, schedule dad’s night out gathering and any events to get more men involved in school.

    If you are interested in any of these roles or would like to volunteer with the PTA, please join us at our PTA Board Meeting on May 14th at 8:15 am or email [email protected] with your interests.   
    We are excited to announce that Mike Campbell has been appointed as Grady's next Principal! Mr. Campbell is currently serving as the Assistant Principal at Grady. 
     
    Mike Campbell grew up in Tampa. He attended Jesuit High School and received his Early Childhood/Elementary degree from Furman University and his Masters in Educational Leadership from NOVA Southeastern University. He taught for 11 years at Mort and Westchase Elementary before being appointed Assistant Principal at Grady Elementary in 2011. He also coached basketball for 11 years at Gaither High School.  

    Purchase your yearbook today! Today, April 30th, is the last day to order a yearbook online and guarantee that your student will receive their yearbook for Yearbook Signing Day, which is held the week of May 20th. 


    Please click on Purchase Yearbook to buy online. Yearbooks cost $25 for softcover and $30 for hardcover. 


    After online sales close tonight, yearbooks will only be available on a first come first serve basis in the school office. We will only accept cash and checks made out to the Grady Elementary PTA. 

    Tiger Talk Update 4.17.19

    April 17, 2019

    There is no school this Friday, April 19th due to Good Friday. We hope everyone enjoys the 3 day weekend! 

    Thank you very much to the Ortiz Family for donating a new wheelchair to the Grady Elementary Clinic! We really appreciate your generosity! 

    Congratulations to Norma Maiz for winning the Hillsborough County PTA Volunteer of the Year! We are so happy that they recognized your hard work and amazing dedication to our school! Grady Elementary also won awards for Volunteer Hours, Increased Membership and Golden Participation for parent and grandparent involvement in the school. To view photos from the Awards Ceremony, please click on PTA Awards Ceremony

    The new Hillsborough County Student Calendar is now available for the 2019-2020 school year. Click on 2019-20 Student Calendar to view. Please make note that there is a change to Monday Early Release Days. Students will have one-hour early release every Monday with the following exceptions: Oct 14, Oct 21, Oct 28, Nov 4, Nov 18, Dec 2, Dec 9 and Dec 16, 2019. 

    Below are some upcoming important dates:

    4/19 - Good Friday - NO SCHOOL

    4/25 - Cyber Security 101 Presentation at Mitchell Elementary

    5/01 - Deadline to Purchase Yearbooks for Yearbook Signing Day

    5/06 - 5/10 - Teacher Appreciation Week

    5/07 - Coleman Middle School's Incoming 6th Grade Parent Meeting

    5/14 - PTA General Assembly Meeting at 8:00 am 

    5/20 - 5/24 - Spirit Week

    5/27 - Memorial Day - NO SCHOOL

    5/28 - Pre-K and 5th Grade Awards Ceremony

    5/29 - K-4th Awards Ceremony

    5/31 - Last Day of School & 5th Grade Clap Out 

    Yearbook 

    Purchase your yearbook today! May 1st is the deadline to guarantee a yearbook for Yearbook Signing day. Please click on Purchase Yearbook to buy online. Yearbooks cost $25 for softcover and $30 for hardcover. 

     

    Cyber Security 101 at Mitchell Elementary

    Mitchell Elementary is hosting a Cyber Safety 101 presentation on Thursday, April 25th from 6:00 - 7:00 pm. The presentation will be held in the Mitchell Elementary Cafeteria. It is recommended for parents of students in grades 4 & 5, but is open to all parents. Troy Suarez, supervisor of instructional technology for K-12 education will be at Mitchell to highlight ways to keep your children safe on the internet. For more information, please click on Cyber Security

     

    Coleman Middle's Incoming 6th Grade Parent Meeting

    Coleman Middle School is hosting their annual Incoming 6th Grade Parent meeting on Tuesday, May 7th from 6:00 - 7:00 pm in the Coleman Cafeteria. Please click on Coleman for more details. 

     

    Summer Art Camp at Grady

    Click on Grady Art Camp to learn about the 3 different week long themed art camps hosted by Debonique Grigsby. Both half and full day camps are available. Grady parents can secure their child's spot with a camp deposit of only $25.  Space is limited as each session will be capped at only 20 campers. Camp will be open to Pre-K through 5th grade students in the South Tampa area. Last year our camps filled up in only 3 weeks! 

     

    South Tampa Basketball Camp

    Enrollment is now open for the South Tampa Basketball Camp hosted at Grady Elementary by our Guidance Counselor, Mrs. Harris. Click on South Tampa Basketball Camp to learn more and find the enrollment forms. The camp is open to girls and boys grades 1st-9th. Camps run from Monday - Thursday, 8:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. There are 3 week long sessions from June 10 - 27th. 

     

    Got used markers? ColorCycle them at Grady

    What is Crayola ColorCycle? Crayola’s latest sustainability initiative designed to repurpose markers, highlighters and dry erase markers. All marker brands are accepted. 

    How do I help? Collect markers and drop them off in the front office or your student can give them to our art teacher, Debonique Grigsby. 

    For more information, click on ColorCycle.

    One of PTA's main goals is to advocate for our children. Here's a quick update on a couple of important subjects that our parents have expressed interest in.

    Several weeks ago, we sent a link to a Florida PTA survey concerning Senate Bill 7030 (School Safety and Security) and many parents requested that we provide an update when the bill goes to vote. SB 7030 is set for final debate this Wednesday (4/17) and vote in the Senate on Thursday (4/18). Now is the time to call or email your Florida Senators to share your thoughts on the bill.  This bill contains a provision that would amend last year's Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School Public Safety Act; it permits full-time classroom teachers to participate in the Guardian Program. In short, once having completed training and having received authorization, full-time classroom teachers could carry arms on school grounds. To view Florida PTA's statement regarding SB 7030 and email your state Senator, please click on Florida PTA Action Center. You can also click on Florida State Senators for a full list of state Senators or click on Janet Cruz to email our local state Senator. 

    ABC Action News reported on the lack of crossing guards in 45 Hillsborough County Elementary schools, including Grady. Click here to view the news report. The school is doing everything they can to help protect our kids, from constantly requesting traffic studies to qualify for a crossing guard to having Coach Murrell assist in the crosswalk during student drop off and pick up. Thanks Coach Murrell!! Safety is a huge priority for us and we will continue to advocate for a crossing guard and improvements in pedestrian safety. This video is a great reminder to stop at crosswalks when pedestrians are present. Let's all work together to keep our families safe! 

    Finally, Hillsborough County is conducting a countywide survey in spring 2019 to assess resident satisfaction in key areas. Feedback from the anonymous questionnaire will assist county administration in determining priorities for the community and evaluating how Hillsborough County compares with other jurisdictions across the nation.  Click on Hillsborough County Citizen Survey to complete the survey. 

    There will be an incoming 6th grade parent meeting at Coleman Middle School on Tuesday, May 7th. The meeting will take place in the Coleman Cafeteria from 6:00 - 7:00 pm. 

    Coleman Middle School is located at 1724 S Manhattan Ave. 

    Summer VPK at Grady

    March 27, 2019

    Summer VPK registration opens tomorrow, Thursday, March 28th at 8:00 am at Mitchell Elementary (205 S. Bungalow Park Ave). The VPK program will be held at Grady Elementary, but run by Mitchell's Vice Principal, Mr. Moon. The program runs from June 10 - July 31st, Monday - Thursday from 7:30 am - 6:00 pm (drop-off and pick-up are flexible).  

    Please see the attached photo for more information or contact Mitchell Elementary at 813-872-5216.

    Grady is turning 60 this year!

    Our Choirs will be celebrating with a musical tour through the Billboard Top 100 from Grady’s 1st school year, 1958-59, then travel to each decade after that, including 1968, ’78, ’88, ’98, 2008, and 2018.


    It's almost time for Grady's 60th Anniversary Spring Concerts!

    • The Concert for 1st & 2nd Graders will be held on Tuesday, March 12th at 6 pm
    • The Concert for 3rd, 4th & 5th Graders School Concert will be held on Wednesday, March 13th at 6 pm 

    Concerts start at 6 pm, Students should go to Mr. Florio's room starting at 5 pm

    Attire: Break out your best fashions and/or costumes from the last 60 years of fashion! Poodle skirts to Overalls to Neon, everything to jeans and jelly shoes! Anything that is school appropriate will do. 

    Support our 5th Grade by purchasing Dippin Dots and water! 

    Grady Elementary PRIVATE REGISTRATION EXTENDED!!!!

    2nd Annual Summer Art Camps @ Grady Elementary
     
    Week 1 "Under the Sea" is almost full! 
     
    Special Camp Deposit: Grady parents can secure their child’s spot with a camp deposit of only $25.
     
    Both half and full day camps available: Sign up for both the morning and afternoon sessions to have your child participate as a full day camper, and we’ll watch your child during the lunch hour.
     
    CLICK HERE to learn about our themed art camps that focus on the exploration of art material through hands-on guided learning, interactive art play and skill development. Our summer art camps are a place where children feel comfortable expressing their creativity while meeting like-minded kids. Campers grow in extraordinary ways that help them lead happy, meaningful and productive lives because they receive a lot of personal attention from our exceptional staff. This includes improving social skills, learning to make decisions, becoming more resilient, and gaining other character-building tools.
     
    Space is limited as each session will be capped at only 20 campers. Camp will be open to Pre-K through 5th grade students in the South Tampa area. Last year our camps filled up in only three weeks.
     
    Special Offer for Grady Parents: Grady parents can secure their child’s spot with a camp deposit of only $25
     
    CLICK HERE to get more information today as registration is limited! If you want to see one of our camp videos from last summer, please visit https://vimeo.com/275931702 to see campers having a great time.

    Totally Awesome Raffle Baskets

    February 26, 2019

    Arts & Crafts - Raffle

    Get ready for a totally awesome night! We are less than 2 weeks away from Grady’s 80's Night Auction on March 9th from 6-10pm at the Christ the King Mary Martha Center. Buy your tickets at www.gradytigers.org/auction before prices increase! Early bird tickets are only $35 per person and include delicious food and 2 drink tickets. 

    Raffle tickets will be on sale from Thursday, February 28th through Friday, March 8th during drop off from 7:15 - 7:45 am. Raffle tickets cost $1 each, $5 for 7, and $10 for 15. You do not have to be present at the auction to win. 

    Click on Sample Raffle and Auction baskets to view our raffle baskets and some of our auction baskets. 

    Raffle items:

    Rainy night fun 
    2 snuggly blankets
    Cobra paw board game
    Bingo game
    Popcorn and popcorn container
    Assorted candies
    Coca Cola teddy bears
    $25 Netflix gift card
    $25 black jack pizza gift card
    Value $115
    Let’s go to the Movies   
    Sea salt popcorn
    Assorted candies
    Popcorn buckets
    $70 fandango gift cards
    $25 amc gift cards
    Value $120
    Team Impact sports 
    Two (2) 45-minute private baseball lessons 
    Value $100
    Are you Lucky?  
    Assorted lottery tickets
    Magic 8 ball
    Dice
    Deck of cards
    Lucky charms cereal
    Value $endless possibilities
    Arts & Crafts 
    $100 gift certificate to Yellowbird Art Studio
    Colored pencils
    Glitter crayons
    Glue stick
    Hole punch
    Pom poms
    Crayons
    Donut stickers
    Value $125

    We can’t wait to see you at the raddest night of the year!

    The Grady Elementary Spring Book Fair is coming up from March 11-15th (with a preview day on March 8th). Book Fair is open from 7:30 am - 2:30 pm daily. No children are allowed without parents until after the morning show.

    The Book Fair is a great way to get kids excited about reading and to buy some great reads for Spring Break! 

    To volunteer at the Book Fair, please click on Book Fair Volunteers

    Consider using the eWallet feature in lieu of sending kids with cash. For more information, click on http://www.scholastic.com/bf/gradyelementaryschool

    As a reminder, there is an 8.5% sales tax on all items.

    If you are unable to shop in person, click on Shop Online to access our online book fair. 

    Thank you for supporting our school Book Fair and developing a love of reading in your child!

    Jump Rope for Heart is coming up tomorrow, Friday, February 15th!

    We still need volunteers to help monitor stations, hand out water, turn jump ropes and more, especially for Kindergarten (8:40-9:30) and 3rd grade (11:40-12:30). To view the schedule and sign up to volunteer, click on VOLUNTEER FORMThank you to everyone that has already signed up!

    Jump Rope for Heart is a fun field day that has our students jumping rope, running and jumping over hurdles and bouncing in a bounce house. In addition to fun, students learn about heart health and the importance of a good diet. Jump Rope for Heart also has a fundraising component that raises money for the American Heart Association and helps raise funds for athletic equipment at Grady Elementary. Your child can still collect donations and turn them in via the envelope provided or you can sign up online by clicking on Grady Elementary's AHA Page. You can also download the Kids Heart Challenge mobile app. 

    If you have any questions, please email Ms. Murrell at [email protected].fl.us

     

    Below are some upcoming important dates:

    2/15 - Jump Rope for Heart and Field Day

    2/18 - President's Day - NO SCHOOL

    2/21 – Conference Night at Grady

    3/04 - Strawberry Festival - NO SCHOOL

    3/09 - Grady 80's themed Auction Night at Christ the King 

    3/12 - 1st & 2nd Grade School Concert

    3/13 - 3rd, 4th and 5th Grade School Concert 

    3/18-3/25 - Spring Break - NO SCHOOL

     

    Grady Auction

    Join us for our totally rad 80's themed auction on Saturday, March 9th. This adult only event will be held at Christ the King from 6:00 - 10:00 pm. 

    Early Bird Tickets are now available for $35 per person through Sunday, March 3rd. The ticket includes admission, dinner and 2 drink tickets. To purchase your tickets, click on Grady Auction Tickets

    We will have raffle tickets for sale during drop off the week of March 5th – 8th. We will be sending out emails with pictures of the raffle baskets and some of our auction baskets in the coming weeks. 

    We have some amazing auction items, including: 

    • One week stay at the Wyndham Bonnet Creek in Orlando from June 7 - June 14, 2019 (click on Wyndham Bonnet Creek for more details)

    • Football clinic with NFL Quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick

    • VIP school parking - skip the car line and park in the back of Grady

    • Hang your college flag in front of Grady for a year. Grab your friends and be sure to win this highly coveted item! Which college will be waving its flag this coming year?

     

    Florida State Fair

    Grady students will have artwork on display during the Florida State Fair for the Black History Art Exhibit. Our theme was "Celebrating African American Pioneers in the Arts and S.T.E.M." Grady focused on Benjamin Banneker this year. The art will be on display inside the Florida Center during the time that the fair is running. Please come out to enjoy the art show and other festivities. 

     

    Yearbook

    Purchase your yearbook today! Prices are currently $20 for a softcover yearbook and $25 for a hardcover yearbook, however, pricing will increase April 1st. Please visit www.strawbridge.net to purchase online and enter online code 112045.   

    We need pictures for our yearbook. If you have pictures from field trips, the 3rd-5th grade winter concert, Barnes & Noble Family Night of Reading, Family Skate Nights, Tropicana Speeches or the Great American Teach in that you would like to submit, please email them to [email protected]

     

    Got used markers? ColorCycle them at Grady

    What is Crayola ColorCycle? Crayola’s latest sustainability initiative designed to repurpose markers, highlighters and dry erase markers. All marker brands are accepted. 

    How do I help? Collect markers and drop them off in the front office or your student can give them to our art teacher, Debonique Grigsby. 

    For more information, click on ColorCycle.

     

    Tiger Talk Update 2.7.19

    February 7, 2019

    Click Read More for the full Tiger Talk Update

    Below are some upcoming important dates:
    2/08 - Fair Day - NO SCHOOL
    2/13 - Pre-K and Kindergarten Valentine's Day Concert
    2/15 - Jump Rope for Heart and Field Day
    2/18 - President's Day - NO SCHOOL
    3/04 - Strawberry Festival - NO SCHOOL
    3/09 - Grady 80's themed Auction Night at Christ the King
    3/12 - 1st & 2nd Grade School Concert
    3/13 - 3rd, 4th and 5th Grade School Concert
    3/18-3/25 - Spring Break - NO SCHOOL

    Jump Rope for Heart

    Jump Rope for Heart is a fun field day that has our students jumping rope, running and jumping over hurdles and bouncing in a bounce house. In addition to fun, students learn about heart health and the importance of a good diet. Jump Rope for Heart also has a fundraising component that raises money for the American Heart Association and helps raise funds for athletic equipment at Grady Elementary.

    We will need volunteers on Friday, February 15th to help monitor stations, hand out water, turn jump ropes and more. We will be sending the full schedule and volunteer sign up later this week.

    Florida State Fair

    Grady students will have artwork on display during the Florida State Fair for the Black History Art Exhibit. Our theme was "Celebrating African American Pioneers in the Arts and S.T.E.M." Grady focused on Benjamin Banneker this year. The art will be on display inside the Florida Center during the time that the fair is running. Please come out to enjoy the art show and other festivities.

    Congratulations to Mekaela Grullon! Her firework-inspired art was selected to go on display at the Florida State Fair. It will be inside the Florida Center during the fair. Way to go Mekaela!

    Grady Auction

    Join us for our totally rad 80's themed auction on Saturday, March 9th. This adult only event will be held at Christ the King from 6:00 - 10:00 pm.

    Early Bird Tickets are now available for $35 per person through Sunday, March 3rd. The ticket includes admission, dinner and 2 drink tickets. Click on Auction to purchase tickets and see some of our amazing auction items!

    Jump Rope for Heart is a fun field day that has our students jumping rope, running and jumping over hurdles and bouncing in a bounce house. In addition to fun, students learn about heart health and the importance of a good diet. Jump Rope for Heart also has a fundraising component that raises money for the American Heart Association and helps raise funds for athletic equipment at Grady Elementary. 

    We will need volunteers on Friday, February 15th to help monitor stations, hand out water, turn jump ropes and more. We will be sending the full schedule and volunteer sign up later this week.

    Your child can collect donations and turn them in via the envelope provided or you can sign up online by clicking on Grady Elementary's AHA Page. You can also download the Kids Heart Challenge mobile app. 

    If you have any questions, please email Ms. Murrell at [email protected]

    Tiger Talk Update 1.24.19

    January 24, 2019

    Thank you to all of the pirates that joined us on Thursday Night for our Unlock the Treasures of Reading Night! Our students loved hearing the stories, getting beads and eating cookies! 

    Our goal over the past year and a half has been to upgrade our technology. With the funds raised last year, we were able to purchase 1 computer cart (with at least 20 laptops) for each grade level for a total of 120 laptops. The laptop cart will allow the computers to go from classroom to classroom, so that the computers can be utilized by more students during a single school day. For the 2018-19 school year, we included budget items for additional technology upgrades. We have already approved the purchase of 2 ceiling mounted projectors, 2 iPads, and 1 laptop and plan to purchase additional technology for the media center. 

    Principal Dosal requested that we use the our additional funds this year to install a new digital marquee. The digital marquee will assist the office in quickly communicating with our parents and providing up-to-date reminders of important events at Grady, instead of monthly updates. During the meeting, we officially voted to fund the digital marquee with our additional funds. We will share more information about the marquee as it becomes available. 

    In addition, during the meeting we approved over $2,500 in mini grant requests from our teachers and specialists that include: purchasing 100 classic literature books for 4th graders, providing flexible seating options for students, approving subscriptions (News 2 You, Scholastic, Storyworks, Starfall and ABC Mouse) that benefit students in multiple grades, and providing our ASD classrooms with kits that help with fine motor skills and help with science experiments.   

    Thanks to all of our amazing sponsors, donors during events such as Tiger Trek and Auction Night, and increased club enrollment, we have acquired more funds that allow us to better serve our students and the community. 

    Below are some upcoming important dates:

    1/25 - Kindergarten Countdown for incoming Kindergarten parents
    1/31 - Family Skate Night at United Skates of America
    2/08 - Fair Day - NO SCHOOL
    2/13 - Pre-K and Kindergarten Valentine's Day Concert
    2/15 - Jump Rope for Heart and Field Day
    3/09 - Grady 80's themed Auction Night at Christ the King 
    3/12 - 1st & 2nd Grade School Concert
    3/13 - 3rd, 4th and 5th Grade School Concert 

    DUST OFF YOUR LEG WARMERS!

    TEASE YOUR HAIR UP!

    When: March 9, 2019 from 6-10pm

    Where: Christ the King

    Theme: The 80’s

    THIS IS AN ADULT ONLY EVENT!

    Day of Tickets available Saturday, March 9th (purchase at the door only - no online purchase available)
    $45 includes admission + dinner (no drink tickets)

    AMAZING AUCTION ITEMS INCLUDE:

      • One week stay at the Wyndham Bonnet Creek in Orlando from June 7 - June 14, 2019 (click on Wyndham Bonnet Creek for more details)
      • Football clinic with NFL Quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick
      • VIP school parking - skip the car line and park in the back of Grady
      • Hang your college flag in front of Grady for a year


      We will be previewing some of the awesome items we will have available at the auction:

      Summer Camps

      • Girls with confidence
      • Martial Arts Advantage
      • Rockatar 
      • Camp Terrapin at Tampa Prep
      • Playgrounds of Tampa
      • Berkeley Prep sports, art or enrichment camp
      • LaFleur’s Gymnastics
      • South Tampa Basketball Camp at Grady 

      Sports

      • Under Armour Basketball Registration
      • Under Armour Flag Football Registration
      • Tampa Bay Little League Softball or Baseball Registration
      • South Tampa Titans Football or Cheer Registration
      • Strike One Pitching - private pitching or hitting lessons
      • Tampa Bay Lightning Basket, including tickets to a game
      • Martial Arts Advantage - summer camp and birthday party
      • LaFleur’s Gymnastics - gymnastics classes
      • Tampa Bay United Soccer Registration
      • Take Me Out to the Ballgame USF Bulls Baseball Basket
      • Tampa Bay Rays - 4 tickets to a home game
      • South Tampa Basketball Camp at Grady 

      Music and the Arts

      • Grady Music Teacher for the day
      • Grady Art Teacher for the day
      • South Tampa Center for the Arts - one week of summer camp
      • Private Piano lessons
      • Private Drum or Percussion lessons
      • Private Photography lesson
      • Adult Arts & Crafts basket including gift card to Painting with a Twist
      • Rockatar - private lessons or a week of summer camp
      • Berkeley Prep - week of summer camp
      • Tampa Music School - private lesson, and a bag of fun items including a ukelele

      Beauty Regiment

      • Mint Salon: $50 gift certificate and various hair care products (value $250)
      • Hair Affair basket: curlers, blow dry clips, wet brush, JoJo Siwa bos, curling iron, $25 ultra card and much more (value $300)
      • Christine Diaz Hair Package: certificate for single process color, haircut and style, various hair care products (value $200)
      • Perez Orthodontics: 1/2 off orthodontic treatment (value up to $2750)
      • Marcadis Plastic Surgery: $250 Botox Treatment
      • Pamper Yourself: $50 Fancy Nails, $100 Blowbar Express, $25 Hazel & Dot, and more (value $200)

      Good Eats

      • "In Pizza We Crust" basket: $25 gift card to Black Jack Pizza, $40 gift card to California Pizza Kitchen, Pizza stone, Kate Spade hot mitts and towels, Pizza making ingredients, pizza serving tools, cookbooks. Value $325
      • S'mores Family Fun: Fire pit and accessories, Hershey’s s’mores kit, Flannel blanket, roasting sticks, mugs, hot chocolate, S’mores recipe book, and much more. Value $300
      • Stroll Through Hyde Park: $50 Cinebistro, $25 Sprinkles Cupcakes, $10 Hyppo, $50 Timpano, $50 Wine Exchange, $50 Bar Taco, $50 On Swann. Value $235 
      • Patty Cake, Patty Cake Baking basket: 2 baking with kids cookbooks, a proofing basket, mixing bowls, dish towels, mixing spatulas, an electric mixer, measuring spoons, egg yolk separator, aprons and chef hats. Value $250
      • Ice Cream Social basket: $10 gift card to Cold Stone, $10 gift card to Dairy Joy, $10 gift card to Yogurtology, Cuisinart soft serve ice cream maker, Ice cream cone play set, ceramic ice cream bowls, plastic ice cream bowls and spoons, ice cream scoop, ice cream pillow, assorted ice cream toppings. Value $212
      • Date Night Basket:  $40 Coldstone, $25 Total Wine, $25 Darden Restaurants, $50 AMC Movies, $25 Maggiano’s, $40 Margaritas Mexican. Value $205
      • Village Inn Pie of the Month: turn in your coupon each month for one of the many delicious pies at the Village Inn! Value $120 
      • Nothing Bundt Cake: redeem your coupon each month for a delicious bundt cake. Also, you get to bring home a cake the night of the auction! Value $300
      • Besito Mexican Experience: Dining experience for 4 people. Includes appetizers, entrees, dessert, tequila flight tasting, and margaritas. Value $350 
      • A Taste of Mexico: Chipotle dinner for 4, $20 gift card to Tijuana Flats plus 2 of their hot sauces, 4 margarita glasses, bottle of Jose Cuervo tequila, bottle of organic margarita mix, queso and hot sauce, chip and dip bowl. Value $200  
      • Rollin’ Oats: $25 gift card, assorted snacks, water bottle, T-shirt. Value $50  
      • Taste of Tampa: $50 Bulla Gastropub, $50 Flemings, $50 Bella’s, $50 Bern’s/Haven, Bar Taco dinner for 2, $40 Deviled Pig, Toffee to Go gift card, Oxford Exchange tea for 2, $50 Roy’s gift card, $25 Metro Diner, $50 Edison’s, $100 Donatello’s, $20 Buddy Brew, and more. Value $700  

      Drink Up

      • Cooper's Hawk Wine Club: 3-month wine membership, 2 wine tastings and an oversized bottle of wine
      • PRP Wine International: Private In-Home Sampling Experience for up to 12 people, 90 minutes. Includes 8 bottles of wine and a wine consultant. 
      • Stroll Through Hyde Park: $50 Cinebistro, $25 Sprinkles Cupcakes, $10 Hyppo, $50 Timpano, $50 Wine Exchange, $50 Bar Taco, $50 On Swann
      • Date Night Basket:  $40 Coldstone, $25 Total Wine, $25 Darden Restaurants, $50 AMC Movies, $25 Maggiano’s, $40 Margaritas Mexican
      • Besito Mexican Experience: Dining experience for 4 people. Includes appetizers, entrees, dessert, tequila flight tasting, and margaritas
      • A Taste of Mexico: Chipotle dinner for 4, $20 gift card to Tijuana Flats plus 2 of their hot sauces, 4 margarita glasses, bottle of Jose Cuervo tequila, bottle of organic margarita mix, queso and hot sauce, chip and dip bowl, accessories
      • Total Wine & Spirits: Private wine class for up to 20 people
      • Tailgate with 81Bay: 4-pack of 81Bay Beer, 1 free crowler, ball cap, 81Bay swag, Yeti 12 Hopper
      • 3 Daughters Brewery: $40 gift card, 2 pint glasses, 2 koozies, assortment of 3 Daughters beers
      • Wine Please: wine bag, corkscrew, wine stopper, 4 wine glasses, wine socks, wine tote, Coppola Merlot, Votre Sante Pinot Noir

      Thank you to our Auction Sponsors:

      Family Skate Night at United Skates of America 1/31

      January 23, 2019 - January 31, 2019

      Grady PTA School Skate Party With The Worlds Largest Indoor “Real Fake Snowball Fight”

      Thursday, January 31st
      6:00 - 8:00 pm

       

      Pre-sale are available until Tuesday, January 29th!!
      Pre-sale tickets get you early entry at 5:30 pm!!

       

      $6.00 per person
      (includes regular skate rental)
      Non-skating Adults entry is FREE!
      All children entering must pay admission.
      ONLINE SALES ARE NOW CLOSED!
       
      Please join us on Thursday, January 31st for the World’s Largest Indoor Snowball Fight themed school skate party at United Skates of America. Join us to skate, throw snowballs and support the Grady Elementary PTA. Hope to see you all there!
       
      United Skates of America, 5121 N Armenia Ave., Tampa, Fl 33603 
      813-876-5826

      www.unitedskates.com/tampa

      Today is the last day to register for our Spring session of After School Enrichment (ASE) Clubs. The clubs start January 22nd and run through May 17th. Please visit ASE Club Information for more information about our clubs and ASE Club Signup to register. Please note that the Baseball Club has been cancelled due to low enrollment.

      Thursday is our annual Unlock the Treasurers of Reading Night (Pirate Reading Night). The kids are invited to dress as pirates or wear pajamas. The night starts with a general PTA meeting at the flagpole at 5:45 pm. Children will go to classrooms and enjoy stories read by pirates from local krewes, while parents of students in grades 3-5 go to the Media Center for the FSA Information Session and parents of students in grades K-2 go to the Cafeteria for a Reading Essentials Information Session. It's a really fun night with free books, beads, juice and cookies!

      Congratulations to all of our Reflections Art Contest winners! To see a full list of the winners, click on Read More.

      Below are some upcoming important dates:

      1/17 - Unlock the Treasures of Reading Night (Pirate Reading Night) & General PTA Meeting
      1/21 - MLK - NO SCHOOL
      1/22 - First day of Spring After School Enrichment clubs
      1/25 - Kindergarten Countdown for incoming Kindergarten parents
      1/31 - Family Skate Night at United Skates of America
      2/08 - Fair Day - NO SCHOOL
      2/13 - Pre-K and Kindergarten Valentine's Day Concert
      3/12 - 1st & 2nd Grade School Concert
      3/13 - 3rd, 4th and 5th Grade School Concert
      3/9/19 - Grady 80's themed Auction Night at Christ the King

      Yearbooks now on sale!

      January 11, 2019

      Yearbook sales are officially open! Envelopes  for paper sales will be sent home later this month. Prices are currently $20 for a softcover yearbook and $25 for a hardcover yearbook, however, pricing will increase April 1st. Please visit www.strawbridge.net to purchase online and enter online code 112045. 

      On Thursday, January 17th from 6:00-7:00pm is our annual Unlock the Treasures of Reading Night, also known as Grady Pirate Night.  In addition, we will be holding a very brief PTA General Meeting at the flagpole at 5:45 pm. 

      Parents and children are invited to this event.  Children will go to classrooms and enjoy stories read by pirates from local krewes.  Parents of students in grades 3-5 will go to the Media Center for the FSA Information Session and parents of students in grades K-2 will go to the cafeteria for a Reading Essentials Information Session. 

      The kids will have a blast and they are invited to dress as pirates or wear pajamas. There will be free books, beads, juice and cookies. Please don’t miss this fun event.

      Grady Elementary is running a food drive to benefit End 68 Hours of Hunger of Hillsborough County. Donations will be collected from December 3rd to December 19th. Please send donations in with your child and they will place them in the donation box in their classroom. 

      Recommended donation items are:

      • Rice
      • Instant Potatoes
      • Boxed Stuffing
      • Cereal
      • Cereal Bars
      • Granola
      • Crackers
      • Apple Sauce
      • Spaghetti
      • Spaghetti Sauce
      • Chef Boyardee
      • Mac n Cheese
      • Tuna in Water
      • Peanut Butter
      • Jelly
      Our Winter Concerts are quickly approaching! The dates of the concerts are:
      1st & 2nd Grade: Wednesday, December 5th at 6 pm
      3rd, 4th & 5th Grade Chorus: Thursday, December 6th at 6 pm
      Pre-K, Kindergarten and ESE Students: Friday, December 7th at 8 am

      Click on Read More for concert details

      We look forward to seeing our families at Grady's Thanksgiving Lunch tomorrow, Wednesday, November 14th! Make sure that you bring a photo ID and allow time to sign in and receive a visitor's pass from the front office.

      We still need your help volunteering at the lunch! Please click on Thanksgiving Lunch Volunteer to sign up. We would love your help, even if you can't sign up for the full hour. Please write in the comments when you are available to help or if you have to arrive late/leave early so you can attend your child's lunch. 

      Below are some upcoming important dates:
      11/14 - Thanksgiving Lunch
      11/15 - Great American Teach In
      11/19-11/23 - Thanksgiving Break - No school
      11/30 - Grady's Tiger Trek Walkathon
      12/5 - Winter Concert - 1st & 2nd grade
      12/6 - Winter Concert - 3rd - 5th grades
      12/7 - Winter Concert - Pre-K & Kindergarten
      12/14 - Barnes & Noble Family Night of Reading
      3/9/19 - Grady 80's themed Auction Night at Christ the King 

      Tiger Trek

      Thank you to all of the families that have donated so far! We are still accepting donations through November 30th. Money can be collected through the envelope provided or online donations are accepted here. The class with the most donations overall will win a Yogurtology Yogurt Party and the class with the most donations in each grade will win a Popsicle Party. In addition, the top students overall will win the following1st place – 3 $100 certificates from Bricks 4 Kidz that can be used towards camps or birthday party; 2nd place – 1 Ukulele and $179 certificate for 1 month of lessons from Tampa Music School; and 3rd place - $50 game play from Top Golf. 

      Our current student leaders are:

      • Derek Johnson             $550
      • Agnus Tutterow            $200
      • Ethan Ledford               $175
      • Hayden Atzenhoefer     $175
      • Kaila Ledford                 $175
      • Sydnee Moniz               $160
      • Zoe Beauregard            $159
      • Andrew Valle                 $150
      • Leo Bernedo Lores       $150
      Our current classes vying for the Yogurtology Party are:
      • Ritter
      • Price
      • De Lucia
      • Dreby
      • Steel
      • Hero
      • Del Castillo
      • Pifer
      • Wolfe

      Please consider volunteering for Tiger Trek and cheering on your child! Volunteer shifts are available from 7:40 am until 1:35 pm (shifts are 30 minutes to 1 hour). To see the complete Tiger Trek schedule and sign up online to volunteer, please click here:   Volunteer for Tiger Trek.   

      Grady Auction

      Join us for our totally rad 80's themed auction on Saturday, March 9th. This adult only event will be held at Christ the King from 6:00 - 10:00 pm. 

      Early Bird Tickets are now available for $35 per person through Sunday, March 3rd. The ticket includes admission, dinner and 2 drink tickets. To purchase your tickets, click on Grady Auction Tickets

      Got used markers? ColorCycle them at Grady

      What is Crayola ColorCycle? Crayola’s latest sustainability initiative designed to repurpose markers, highlighters and dry erase markers. All marker brands are accepted. 

      How do I help? Collect markers and drop them off in the front office or your student can give them to our art teacher, Debonique Grigsby. 

      For more information, click on ColorCycle.

      Grady PTA Membership
      Thank you to all of the families that have already signed up to join the Grady PTA! You can still sign up/renew your PTA membership online by clicking PTA Membership. Membership is only $6 for 1 person or $10 for 2 people. High membership allows us to participate in PTA programs such as Reflections Art. Signing up for the PTA does not commit you to any volunteering (although we always love having our families volunteer at the school!)

      Makeup Pictures on 11/7

      November 2, 2018

      Makeup fall pictures will be taken on Wednesday, November 7th. Please see the attached form for additional information and keep in mind that all envelopes and money must be turned in by Tuesday, November 6th. 
      Thanksgiving Lunch

      Our Thanksgiving Lunch will be held on Wednesday, November 14th in the Grady Cafeteria. Below is a copy of the schedule and the Thanksgiving Lunch form so that you can make reservations. 

      We need your help volunteering at the lunch! Please click on Thanksgiving Lunch Volunteer to sign up. There are 1 hour shifts and and we need help to guide parents to their tables, maintain the tables clean, guide parents to where they can put their trash and make sure table is presentable for next group.

      TUESDAY-FRIDAY LUNCH SCHEDULE 2018-19

      Time

      Grade

      Teacher

      Row

      10:15-10:45

      Pre-K

      Brinson

      1 (Pre-K Tables)

      10:20-10:50

      Pre-K

      Minardi

      1 (Pre-K Tables)

      10:25-10:55

      1

      Delcastillo/McAlister-Eveland

      8 & 1

      10:30-11:00

      1

      Ward

      2

      10:35-11:05

      1

      Wolfe

      3

      10:40-11:10

      1

      Horne

      4

      10:45-11:15

      3

      Ona

      5

      10:50-11:20

      3

      De Lucia

      6

      10:55-11:25

      3

      Oliva

      7

      11:00-11:30

      3

      Pifer

      8

      11:05-11:35

      2

      Price

      2

      11:10-11:40

      2

      Nelder

      3

      11:15-11:45

      2

      Doremus

      4

      11:20-11:50

      2

      Buell

      5

      11:25-11:55

      5

      Cucci

      6 & 7

      11:30-12:00

      5

      Webber

      7 & 8

      11:35-12:05

      5

      Trupp

      8 & 1

      11:40-12:10

      5

      Steel

      2 & 3

      11:45-12:15

      4

      Ritter

      3 & 4

      11:50-12:20

      4

      Lanier

      4 & 5

      11:55-12:25

      4

      Dickens/Nichols

      5 & 6

      12:00-12:30

      4

      Reyher

      7 & 8

      12:05-12:35

      K

      Hero

      8 & 1

      12:10-12:40

      K

      Dreby

      2

      12:15-12:45

      K

      Finitz (Wed 12:25 - 12:55)

      3

      12:20-12:50

      K

      Edwards 

      4

      For "Day Of" Online Purchases: Click Here

      The "Day Of" Prices:

      - Wristbands -

      $20 for the 1st Wristband 

      $10 for each additional Wristband

      - Extras -

      $1 extra pizza/slice

      $1 extra drink

      $1 extra slime ticket

      - Group Tickets -

      $1 = 1 ticket

      $5 = 6 tickets

      $10 = 15 tickets
       

      *** All wristbands include: ***

      Unlimited Booths

      Unlimited Games

      Magic Show

      1 Slice of Pizza

      1 Drink

      1 Bag of Chips

      1 Popcorn

      1 Popsicle

      End 68 Hours of Hunger Food Truck Rally on 11/4

      October 23, 2018 - November 6, 2018

      Grady PTA supports End 68 Hours of Hunger’s upcoming Tampa Bay Food Truck Rally and Silent Auction.  68 Hours of Hunger provides weekend meals to feed children. Right now, they are feeding more than 140 children a week.  Let’s support their good works and enjoy some tasty treats, too!  Thank you for supporting Grady PTA’s friends.

      Please join us at the Tampa Bay Food Truck Rally,  Sunday, November 4, from 10:30 am to 2 pm at Hyde Park Presbyterian Church, 1309 W. Swann Ave., Tampa, FL 33606.  There will be food trucks for all tastes and lots of family fun.  

      For more information, please visit www.facebook.com/foodtruckend68/.

      Red Ribbon Week - October 22-26

      October 21, 2018 - October 26, 2018

      Monday - Wear red (school will hand out red ribbons)

      Tuesday - Crazy socks day

      Wednesday - "Turn your back on drugs day" by wearing your clothes backwards

      Thursday - Turn in posters for "Say No to Drugs" poster contest.  Posters must be on unlined 8.5" x 11" and in landscape position.  Posters must relate to the theme "Drug Free Me" and drawn with markers, paints and/or crayons. Posters must be original - no cutting and pasting of pictures or stickers. Each class winner will receive a free kid's meal from Outback. 

      Friday - School Spirt Day - wear school spirit shirts

      Grady PTA thanks State Farm Agent Jim Cornwell for being a Siberian Level Tiger Partner!  Mr. Cornwell donated $2,000.00 to benefit our teachers and students!

      Please check out his website at State Farm - Jim Cornwell.

      State Farm Agent Jim Cornwell is located at 4305 Bay To Bay Blvd., Tampa, FL 33629-6606 and his phone number is (813) 835-8892.

      If you call him for your insurance needs, please let them him how much you appreciate him sponsoring our school.

      Please join us on Thursday, October 18th for a Halloween themed school skate party at United Skates of America. Dress in costume to skate and support the Grady Elementary PTA.

      Pre-sale tickets are $6 per person and include regular skate rental. Skating begins at 5:30pm for pre-sale tickets and 6:00pm for sales at the door and skate night will conclude at 8:00pm. 

      Online sales are now closed.

      You can still purchase tickets at the door.

      Hope to see you all there!

      Fall Festival 2018 Volunteer Sign-Up

      October 12, 2018 - October 26, 2018

      Volunteers needed Friday, October 26th from 4pm - 9pm. 

      We need your help to make this year's Fall Festival an incredible experience for our children. The Festival will be held from 5pm - 8pm.

      Please click the link below to volunteer:

      http://gradytigers.org/fall-festival-2018-volunteer-sign-up

      Grady Fall Festival 2018 Links

      October 5, 2018 - October 26, 2018

      Grady Elementary School PTA FALL FESTIVAL

      Friday, October 26th, 2018

      5:00pm - 8:00pm

       

      Book Fair Booth, Bounce Houses, Games, 5th Grade Bake Sale, Slime, Sponsors, Magic Show (6:00 & 7:00pm) and more!!!! 

      In addition, if we reach the Book Fair sales goal of $12,000, Media Specialist Nick Tsourakis will be SLIMED!  

      Wristbands may be purchased in advance and save $$$$$$. 

      All wristbands include:
      Unlimited Booths
      Unlimited Games
      Magic Show
      1 Slice of Pizza
      1 Drink
      1 Bag of Chips
      1 Popcorn
      1 Popsicle

      Deadline for advance purchase is Tuesday, October 23rd

      ADVANCE PURCHASE IS NOW CLOSED

      For More information on the Fall Festival: click here 

      If you wish to pay by cash or check, a wristband order form was sent home with each student. If you didn't receive one, please contact the office.

      To volunteer for the Fall Festival, click here, or contact the homeroom parent for your child's classroom, or your child’s teache

      Tiger Talk Update 10.4.18

      October 4, 2018

      On the ballot this year, our district is facing an extremely important vote. Right now, because of inadequate state funding, our students face a future in aging, crowded schools. The half-penny sales tax would invest $131 million in our county’s students and schools each year for ten years. You can find some of the frequently asked questions about the half-penny sales tax on our district’s website: Half-penny sales tax FAQs or you can attend one of our scheduled Town Hall Meetings with Superintendent Jeff Eakins.

      Below are some upcoming important dates:
      10/5 - Last day to turn in spare change for our Pennies for Patients fundraiser benefiting the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society.
      10/17 - Deadline to submit artwork for the Reflections Art Program
      10/18 - Family Night at United Skates of America - Click on Purchase tickets to order your wristband today!
      10/22-26 - Grady Elementary's Book Fair - Click Here to Volunteer
      10/26 - Grady Fall Festival from 5-8pm - Volunteers needed!
      11/4 - End 68 Hours of Hunger's annual Tampa Bay Food Truck Rally
      11/30 - Grady's Tiger Trek Walk-a-thon - PLEASE NOTE DATE WAS CHANGED TO 11/30
      3/9/19 - Grady Auction Night at Christ the King

      Grady Book Fair 2018 & Volunteer Sign-up

      October 3, 2018 - October 26, 2018

      Grady Elementary School Book Fair

      Oct. 22 - Oct. 26

      Our Scholastic Book Fair is a reading event that brings kids the books they want to read. We'll receive a wonderful selection of engaging and affordable books for every reading level, and all purchases benefit our school! Reading for pleasure inside and outside of school has real and long-lasting benefits. Please come to our book fair and help shape your child's reading habits. 

      Consider using the new eWallet feature in lieu of sending kids with cash. For more information, please click on eWallet. Keep in mind that there is a 7% sales tax added to all items. 

      We need your help! Please sign-up to volunteer for the Book Fair: Click Here to Volunteer

      Interactive Book Fair Flyer: Click Here

      The Book Fair is open from Monday - Friday, 7:30 - 2:30 (open 4:00 - 7:30 during Fall Festival).

      See you at the Book Fair!

      Education Referendum

      October 3, 2018

      Do you know about the Education Referendum and how it will impact our school?

      On the ballot this year, our district is facing an extremely important vote. The half-penny sales tax would invest $131 million in our county’s students and schools each year for ten years. The funding would be spent on specific projects to improve our public schools—the list across our district includes replacing air conditioners, fixing leaky roofs, new classroom technology, upgrading safety and security systems, and 4 new schools to relieve overcrowding. Please see the projects scheduled for Grady, as well as other schools in our area, right now at Education Referendum Projects.

      You can find some of the frequently asked questions about the half-penny sales tax on our district’s website: https://sdhc.k12.fl.us/doc/2296/investing-in-students/resources/faq-142/.

      If you’d like to get your questions about the education referendum answered in person, you’re invited to attend one of our scheduled Town Hall Meetings with Superintendent Jeff Eakins and our district staff. For the full schedule, please click on Town Hall Meetings.

      The Education Referendum will be the final item on the ballot. You must be registered to vote to have a say in this election by Tuesday, October 9th. You can register right now, online, at http://votehillsborough.org/.

      Please share this important information with your neighbors. Education has a direct impact on everyone in our community. When we invest in our students and our schools, our entire community succeeds.

      Please join us on Thursday, October 18th for a Halloween themed school skate party at United Skates of America. Dress in costume to skate and support the Grady Elementary PTA.

      Pre-sale tickets are available until Tuesday, October 16th.

      Pre-sale tickets are $6 per person and include regular skate rental. Skating begins at 5:30pm for pre-sale tickets and 6:00pm for sales at the door and skate night will conclude at 8:00pm. 

      Grady Skate Night Party Page: Click here

      Hope to see you all there!

      Tiger Talk Update 9.24.18

      September 24, 2018

      Thank you so much to all of the grandparents that participated in our Grandparent's Breakfast on September 6th & 7th and to our staff and volunteers!

      Below are some upcoming important dates:

      9/26 - School picture day - it is a non-uniform day. Wear bright colors and don't forget to turn in your envelope by Tuesday, September 25th.
      9/26 - Superintendent Jeff Eakins will hold a town hall meeting on the Education Referendum at Grady Elementary from 7:00-9:00pm
      9/28 - Last day to submit Box Tops
      10/5 - Last day to submit donations for Pennies for Patients, raising funds for the Luekemia and Lymphoma Society
      10/17 - Submission deadline for Reflections Art Contest - the 2018 theme is “Heroes Around Me”
      10/18 - Family Night at United Skates of America
      10/26 - Grady Fall Festival
      3/9/19 - Grady Auction Night at Christ the King

      Grady PTA Membership - Thank you to all of the families that have already signed up to join the Grady PTA! You can still sign up/renew your PTA membership online by clicking PTA Membership.

      Grady Tiger Partners - Thank you to all of our Tiger partners! Please complete your family sponsorship by October 1st so that you can be listed as a Tiger Trek Sponsor!

      Our newest Tiger Business Partners are: Siberian level partner Jim Cornwell