Look to see what is happening in March !!
Congratulations to our February Characters of the Month! We are so proud of showing RESPONSIBILITY!!!
WIDA Testing is January 21 - March 14, 2025
Read Across America Week!!
Monday-Wear your wackiest, tackiest socks.
Tuesday-Wear your craziest hat.
Wednesday-Wear 2 different socks and 2 different shoes.
Thursday-Wear your favorite color.
Friday-Dress for what you want to be.
Track and Field season is now open! Register now through March 31st for just $15 for ages 5 thru 12. Track meets will be held on Saturdays at Beck Recreation Center.
Pre-Kindergarten (4K) Registration Begins today! If you need to drop off any documents , please come between 8:30 am-12:00 pm daily. If you need additional assistance, please contact the school to schedule an appointment.
The registration window will close March 21, 2025.
Good afternoon Seagulls,
As February comes to an end, we will celebrate February 24-28 of Black History Month with a Spirit Week:
Monday: Wear black.
Tuesday: Wear red, black and green.
Wednesday: Wear African attire.
Thursday: Wear historical black colleges and universities clothes.
Friday: Dress like an African American person you admire.
As seagulls, we will use spirit week as a way to honor the legacy of black leaders, trailblazers, and everyday heroes who shaped our world.
Congratulations to Ms. Daphne Smith for being named Support Staff of the Year! We appreciate your commitment and effort. Each and every day you make a difference! We appreciate you!
Congratulations to Mrs. Angela Coker for being named Teacher of the Year! We are so proud of your hard work and dedication to our students and staff! You always go "Above and Beyond"!
February 15 is National SRO Day! Thank you to our dedicated School Resource Officer Gene Wilson for all you do each day to keep McDES safe! We appreciate you!
Healthy Learners is a non-profit organization that partners with school nurses and local medical providers to offer access to health care to children who are in need and without resources. Cost for health care services, transportation, and follow-up are paid for by Healthy Learners. All referrals to Healthy Learners are facilitated directly by GCSD school nurses.
If you would like more information about Healthy Learners, visit healthylearners.com or https://5il.co/37doe.
Get your boots, jeans, and rhinestones ready! The "Boots and Bling" Spring PTO will be Friday, March 7th from 6:00-8:00 pm at Howard Auditorium. The cost is $10 per person.
Good morning Seagull Families,
Look at what is going on for the month of February! We look to see everyone at Muffins for Mom Friday, February 7th from 7:15-7:45 am.
Soaring to Excellence,
Mack J. Burgess
Principal
Good morning Seagull families,
Muffins for Mom will be Friday, February 7th from 7:15-7:45 am. We look forward to a mom or special woman to come and join your seagulls for a muffin and visit your child's classroom.
Soaring to Excellence,
Mack J. Burgess
Principal
Success Day Part III
Success Day Part II
2nd Quarter Success Day Part 1
Congratulations to our January Characters of the Month! Great job of showing confidence Seagulls!
Virtual Job Fair for GCSD
Meet and Greet Event
February 10-13, 2025
Seeking creative, energetic, and passionate teachers!
Good afternoon Seagulls,
It is a new year and we want to remind our Seagull families of the early dismissal procedures.
Safety is our top priority at McDonald Elementary!
Thank you for your understanding and cooperation!
Soaring to Excellence,
Mack J. Burgess
Principal
