
Is your child interested in playing youth football? If so, please be sure to stop by the Princess Anne Youth Football registration table on Sports Day May 23. See below for more information.


Don't forget that next Friday, May 23rd is GES's Sports Day! See the flyer below for more information!


Second grade students did an amazing job on their exhibition that showcased their research about people who have fought for a cause!










Don't forget that tomorrow is an early dismissal day (12:30pm) and students should wear their uniforms. It is not a casual day for students.

Third grade had fun at water games after working hard on their MCAP test!








Fourth grade enjoyed their water games incentive after working hard on their MCAP test!







The Mobile Job Unit is returning to GES on May 15th from 3:00-5:00pm. This will be the last time this year. See the flyer below for more information!


Come out and see the 2nd Grade Exhibition on Friday (5/16) from 10-11am! We look forward to seeing you!


The second grade exhibition is on this Friday (5/16) from 10-11am. It is not on Monday (5/12). We look forward to seeing you!


This week at GES!
https://youtu.be/FyCT22ya0DQ

Please take a minute to review the testing schedule and criteria for students to earn effort tickets during MCAP testing! The Math portion of MCAP starts this week!



Thank you Island Creamery for your donation of ice cream for our sundae bar during staff appreciation week! It was a sweet treat!





Happy National School Communicators Day!
Today, Friday May 9, we celebrate the voices behind the stories—our school communicators! From sharing student successes to navigating tough conversations, they ensure our families stay informed, connected, and inspired. Thank you for being the bridge between our schools and our community. Your work matters!📢💗🏫
Thank you,
Ms. Kristen Davis at Princess Anne Elementary📢
Mrs. Rachel Laird at Greenwood Elementary📢
Ms. Stephanie O'Hara at Somerset Intermediate📢
Ms. Jennifer Jones at Deal Island Elementary📢
Mrs. Jennifer Ward & Ms. Savannah Hoffman at Carter G. Woodson Elementary📢
Mrs. Lynne Brumley & Ms. Malika James at Washington Academy & High School📢
Mr. Jeremy Holland & Mrs. Dawn Lankford at Somerset County Technical High School📢
Ms. Vickie Nelson at Crisfield Academy & High School📢
We see you, we appreciate you, and we couldn’t do it without you! #TeamSCPS #SmallButMighty #SchoolCommunicatorsDay


Second grade should return to GES from their field trip at 5:30 today.

Fifth grade students enjoyed the water games incentive for working hard on their MCAP test!







📢Important Announcements in this video message from Dr. Tasker-Mitchell for the month of May 2025: www.youtube.com/watch?v=UD9HfdHnJLw
🍎 It’s Teacher Appreciation Week! Take a moment to thank a teacher who’s made a difference.
🩺 Happy School Nurse Day! Shout-out to our amazing school nurses who care for students in so many ways—seen and unseen.
💚 Children’s Mental Health Matters Week – Wear GREEN tomorrow (Thursday, May 8) to show your support!
📝 MCAP Testing is underway in our secondary schools—make sure students are rested and ready.
💬 FY26 Budget Update – We’re working hard to finalize the budget. Stay informed and involved by attending or watching Board meetings online.
🎓 Graduation season is near! Congrats to the Class of 2025—senior celebrations are just around the corner!


Thank you Zeta Phi Beta for treating GES staff to donuts during staff appreciation week! They were delicious!





Today in Miss Matthews class they celebrated Cinco De Mayo by learning about what it is and that it is not the day of Mexican Independence but it is when the Battle of Puebla was fought. They played loteria(Spanish Bingo), made tacos, and had a piñata with Mexican Candy inside!





Thank you Landmark Insurance & Financial Group for your donation towards a coffee bar during Staff Appreciation Week! Everyone enjoyed the treat!







Take a look to see what is happening this week at GES!
https://youtu.be/CsyVc4JOE2w