Greenwood Families
We have two action-packed days ahead at Greenwood. We can’t wait to celebrate House Gratos and the school value of Grateful! This is a wonderful opportunity for our students to come together, uplift one another, and show what makes our community so special. I am truly grateful to serve as the principal of such an incredible school community.
Day 1 - 5 Schedule (1st - 5th Grade)
Monday, November 24 – House Advisory Committee Meeting
Students in the House Advisory Committee will stay after school on Monday, November 24 until 3:30 PM to pack and deliver all 600+ orders from the RCA store to classrooms. Please make sure a note is sent to your child's teacher—this is extremely important. We are forever grateful for our Greenwood families and community for making this experience possible through your donations. We are hopeful we can receive the same level of support for our next two Unity Day Celebrations. In the season of giving, please click the link below or share with family and friends so we can provide a spirit store for the next two pep rallies: House Tatonka: December 19, 2025 and House Taji: January 14, 2026
Tuesday, November 25 – House Gratos House Breakfast
All members of House Gratos and their parents are invited to a special breakfast from 7:15–7:50 AM. We look forward to celebrating together! Please remember to wear green! Winners of the Character Trait Ceremony for House Gratos are also invited. Bringing the entire house together for a shared meal strengthens connections, builds pride, and reinforces the sense of belonging that makes our house system so powerful.
Tuesday, November 25 – Gratos Unity Day Pep Rally
We are excited to host our pep rally filled with pep rally games, teacher performances, chants, songs, student competitions, and a spirit challenge. We will start at 8:25 AM and finish at 9:30 AM as we prepare for our Friendsgiving Luncheon.
Tuesday, November 25 - Friendsgiving Details
Parking
Please allow extra time for parking as we have 500+ attendees registered to attend. Our staff will be outside assisting with parking, and we appreciate your patience. Please note that our designated handicap parking spaces are limited. We’ve also built a 30-minute window between lunches to allow parents time to exit campus and open spots for the next grade levels.
Entrance
Parents may enter the building through the main entrance or the gym side entrance. All guests will need to walk through our security scanners, as safety will always remain our top priority.
Food
Families who signed up in advance will be able to enter our cafeteria line. If you did not sign up, please bring a lunch, as we are not able to provide meals for all guests. Students will receive the luncheon meal as usual; however, families may bring lunch for themselves and their child. Please note that all food and drinks sent in for your grade level will be distributed evenly among the group. This helps ensure every child receives a fair portion of what was donated.
Lunch Times
10:00–10:30: 1st and 5th Grade
11:15–11:45: PK, Kindergarten, and 4th Grade
12:30–1:00 PM: 2nd and 3rd Grade
Dismissal
If you plan to take your child home after Friendsgiving, you must notify your child’s teacher on Monday, November 24 so we can plan accordingly. Your child will need to bring their belongings from the classroom to the luncheon, as parents will not be permitted to return to classrooms. Students leaving early must be checked out directly from the luncheon. Please understand that early dismissal may take a few extra minutes due to the high number of families attending.
The Purpose
Our Friendsgiving Luncheon is a special opportunity for our school family to come together, share a meal, and celebrate the strong community that makes Greenwood so special. It gives our students the chance to feel loved, supported, and connected as we head into the holiday season.
Code of Conduct
As a reminder, all families are expected to follow the code of conduct while on campus. Failure to do so will result in removal from the event and a possible ban from our campus for the remainder of the year.
FAQs
Can siblings or additional family members attend if they are not students at Greenwood?
Yes, siblings and additional family members may attend; however, they must have been preregistered for the event.
Where should families wait if they arrive early for their child’s lunch time?
If you signed up to help with setting up the gym or cafeteria, please enter through the main entrance so we can check you in. All other guests will be allowed into the building 10 minutes prior to the students arriving. We plan for students in the same class to sit together, though we do anticipate some overflow seating as needed.
Are parents allowed to sit with their child’s class, or will there be designated parent seating?
Parents are welcome to sit with their child’s class for this special event. We kindly ask all families to follow the Code of Conduct while on campus. Please refrain from watching videos, scrolling social media, or displaying content on your phone during the luncheon.
If a parent has multiple children in different grade levels, can they attend more than one lunch period?
Yes, families with multiple children may attend more than one lunch period. Because we will be clearing out the cafeteria between luncheons to prepare for the next group, we kindly ask that parents who are staying for multiple sessions assist with the quick takedown and setup. We are excited to have you join us for each celebration!
Wednesday, November 26 – Friday, November 28 - No School – Thanksgiving Break
Thursday, November 27 - Thanksgiving Turkey Trot - CLICK HERE
We are excited to host our annual Thanksgiving Turkey Trot on Thursday, November 27 from 9:00–9:45 AM! Students and families are invited to run, jog, or walk together on the Greenwood track. This event is a wonderful way to celebrate community, movement, and the spirit of Thanksgiving as a Greenwood family. Alumni are welcome to join the fun!
2025 Talent Show - CLICK HERE
We will host tryouts the week we return from fall break. Signs are required for participation.
House Instagram
We hope you can follow our houses on social media:
Gratos - @house_gratos_official
Taji - @housetaji_ges
Tatonka @tatonka_dreamers_ges
Sol - @house_sol_official
Kula - @kula_warriors_ges