A Note from the Principal, Mrs. Sampson 
Staying Connected Weekly Communications for Our Gibbs Families
 

Dear Gibbs Families and Caregivers,

At William B. Gibbs School, we are committed to keeping you well-informed and engaged with all that is happening in our school community. To make it easy for families to stay updated, we provide weekly communications through multiple channels.

Every Sunday evening at 6:00 p.m., families will receive a voice message via ConnectEd, along with a notification through the Remind App from Mrs. Sampson. Both are translated into the language that is preferred by your family. This communication includes a link to our weekly newsletter, The Gibbs Gator News, which provides essential updates, upcoming events, and other important information for the week ahead.

In addition to receiving The Gibbs Gator News via the Remind App and ConnectEd, you can also access it in multiple languages directly on our school website. This ensures you have a convenient way to read our newsletter whenever and however works best for you. 

Thank you for staying connected with us, and please don’t hesitate to reach out with any questions!

Here are the links to the Weekly Gibbs Gator News in Multiple Languages:

Supporting All Families: Immigration Resources & Assistance

At Gibbs, we are committed to fostering a welcoming and inclusive environment for all families, regardless of immigration status. We believe that every child has the right to a safe and supportive education. Our schools provide resources and support to ensure that students and families feel secure and valued in our community. If you have any questions or need assistance, please reach out to your school’s administration or visit MCPS Immigration Supports for Students and Families for more information.

Apoyo para Todas las Familias: Recursos y Asistencia para Inmigrantes

En Gibbs, estamos comprometidos a fomentar un ambiente acogedor e inclusivo para todas las familias, sin importar su estatus migratorio. Creemos que cada niño tiene derecho a una educación segura y con apoyo. Nuestras escuelas brindan recursos y apoyo para garantizar que los estudiantes y sus familias se sientan seguros y valorados en nuestra comunidad. Si tiene alguna pregunta o necesita asistencia, comuníquese con la administración de su escuela o visite MCPS Apoyos de Inmigración para Estudiantes y Familias para obtener más información.  

 

Announcements

  • 2025 STEAM Inquiry Conference Program

    Our annual STEAM conference is this Thursday, February 20th from 6:00-8:00 pm.  We look forward to seeing you for a night of STEAM exploration and learning! 

    If your child has signed up to present a project, please arrive at 5:45 to set up.  Go to the cafeteria, select a table and set up your project. Adults and students will be providing feedback from 6:00-6:30. Once presentations are complete, you are welcome to leave your project in the cafeteria and go experience the conference from 6:30-8:00. Please make sure you retrieve your project by 8:00 pm.

    If your child has arranged with their teacher to share their project in school, you may move your project to the Media Center at 8:00. Your child can pick it up the next morning and take it to class.

  • MCAAP, alongside MCEA and SEIU, has issued the attached letter reaffirming our commitment to safeguarding student privacy, advocating for their rights, and prioritizing their well-being.
  • Gibbs ES School Improvement Plan Smartie Goals
  • MCPS Gibbs Anti-Racist Survey Data

Open Source Phonics

MCPS has partnered with Open Source Phonics to provide access to resources for families.  Open Source Phonics provides 120 lessons that go step-by-step through phonics patterns, spelling rules, and decodable stories that students can use to practice skills and increase fluency. This practice is designed to be stress-free, as students build on what they know rather than guessing. There are also activities to promote phonemic awareness.  

Open Source Phonics Resources for MCPS Families

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