🍂 October is here, Seagulls! 🍂
Be sure to check out our October calendar for all the exciting events, activities, and important dates happening this month at McDonald Elementary. Let’s make it a great month of learning and fun! 📝✨
📢 Snow Cones for Sale! 🍧
Cool off with a sweet treat! Snow cones will be on sale today for $2.00 each. Don’t miss out—grab a cone and enjoy a cool break in your day!
All proceeds go to the McDonald Elementary PTO to help support our students and staff. 💙🕊️
📚✨ The Scholastic Book Fair is coming to McDonald Elementary! ✨📚
Mark your calendars: October 13–17 🗓️
Our library will be filled with brand-new books, fun titles, and exciting reads for everyone! 🎉
We need the help of our wonderful parents and families to make this event a success. 💪❤️
👉 Volunteers are needed to:
✔️ Set up and take down the fair
✔️ Help students shop for their favorite books
If you’d like to volunteer, please reach out to the library or email Mrs. Dawson @ rodawson@gcsd.k12.sc.us—we’d love to have you join the fun! 📖🌟
#ScholasticBookFair #ReadingIsMagic #MDESSeagulls
🧢🎩👒 Kidz in Lids Day! 👒🎩🧢
Our students had a blast showing off their favorite hats today for Kidz in Lids! Thank you for supporting this fun day and helping us raise awareness for children battling cancer. 💛
Congratulations to Mrs. Norton's Class for being the top donor and will receive an ice cream party!
Great job, Seagulls—together we are Soaring to Excellence while making a difference! 🕊️
Congratulations to our Characters of the Month!
This month we are proud to recognize students who have shown the character trait of honesty. These Seagulls always tell the truth, do what's right, and set a positive example for others.
We are so proud of you! Keep soaring to excellence!
Students & Staff can:
Pay $1 to wear a “lid” (hat) for the day
OR pay $5 to wear a “lid” and receive a Kidz in Lids bracelet
All donations will benefit Children’s Cancer Partners of the Carolinas, supporting families right here in our community with children undergoing cancer treatments.
BONUS: The class with the most participation (or that raises the most funds) will win an ICE CREAM PARTY!
Let’s make it a fun, friendly competition for a great cause!
Thank you to our families for coming out to Open House last Thursday! We loved seeing everyone and are excited for a great school year ahead!
We are soaring Seagulls! Look to see what is going on for the month of September!
Congratulations to our August Students of the Month! These students exhibit patience daily, and we are so PROUD!
Congratulations Seagulls!
Grandparents Lunch for grades 3-5 will be Thursday, September 11th. Times are as followed:
3rd Grade 11:20-11:50
4th Grade 12:20-12:50
5th Grade 11:55-12:25
Click to RSVP
We look forward to seeing our Seagull grandparents!
Grandparents Lunch for PreK-2nd Grade will be Thursday, September 4th. The times will be:
PreK, Kessler AM, and Freeman 10:00-10:30
Kindergarten 10:30-11:00
1st Grade 11:00-11:30
2nd Grade & Kessler's PM 11:30-12:00
Click the link below to RSVP
📣 You’re Invited to Open House! 📣
We are excited to welcome all of our families to Title I Meeting and Open House on Tuesday, August 26! 🎉
🗓 Date: Tuesday, August 26
🕔 Time: 4:00-6:30 pm
📍 Location: McDonald Elementary School
Title I Meeting 4:00-4:30 pm
Informational Sessions 4:40-5:00, 5:10-5:30, and 5:40-6:00 pm
Read to Succeed Information 6:00-6:30 pm
This is a wonderful opportunity to:
✨ Learn about the 25-26 Title I Plan
✨ Learn more about grade level curriculum and classroom expectations
✨ Learn about the SC Read to Succeed
We can’t wait to see our students and families come together for a great evening of learning and community! 💙
#OpenHouse #SchoolFamily #StrongerTogether
Seagulls,
Get your money ready for the GCKU Save Club. The first date of the 2025-26 school year is Friday, September 5th.
Our Fundraiser Starts 8/20
McDonald's Elementary School's fundraiser starts Wednesday, August 20th, and we need your help. Our goal is to raise $10,000.00 for student incentives and educational materials.
It's as simple as 1, 2,3!
Register TONIGHT at www.ShopFund.com
Make sure you use Group Code: TV7H6
Share custom support links with family and friends via Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Email, Text, and more.
Student Goal: Minimum of 5 Online Supporters.
REGISTER-SHARE-WIN: Sharing gets you coins for chances to win over 1,000 prizes.
Fundraiser Links:
Picture Day is coming up next Thursday, August 21st. Please check your child's folder for more information.
💙🎉 PBIS KICKOFF 🎉🤍
We had SO much fun at our PBIS Assembly Friday! 🥳
We learned how to be SAFE 🛡️, ORGANIZED 📚, RESPECTFUL 🙌, and RESPONSIBLE 🌟 all year long.
Our McDonald Seagulls are ready to SOAR to success! 🕊️✨
Let’s make it the BEST year yet! 🚀💙
We can’t wait to welcome our amazing students back to McDonald Elementary—Home of the Seagulls—where Learning Takes You Places! 🧳🌍
Get ready for a year full of adventure, growth, and discovery. Pack your curiosity, your kindness, and your excitement—it’s going to be a fantastic journey!
✏️ Doors open at 7:05 am
📅 First day: Friday, August 1st
Let’s soar into the new school year together! 💙🕊️ #BackToSchool #LearningTakesYouPlaces #McDonaldSeagulls
McDonald Elementary School
Monday, August 1, 2026
We’re excited to kick off another incredible year of learning!
Join us as we welcome back our amazing students, families, and staff for the 2025–2026 school year.
School Begins Promptly at 8:00 AM
Doors open at 7:30 AM
Breakfast served until 7:50 AM
Helpful Reminders:
Bring your school supplies
Arrive early for a smooth start
Stay positive and be ready to learn!
