Dear Golden Families,

Thank you so much for your ongoing support of our school! We truly believe Golden is the best place on Earth and that is because of our wonderful students, families, and staff. I especially appreciate all of you who consistently follow our drop-off and pick-up guidelines. These routines may seem small, but they make a big difference in keeping our children safe.

This week we are looking forward to College Wear Wednesday - a fun way to show school spirit and highlight college readiness. Students can rep their family's favorite colleges! I can't wait to see all the college love!

A quick reminder about attendance: the best practice is to have your child in school each day. Of course, if your child is sick, please keep them home. However, we are seeing an increase in absences for vacations and other non-illness reasons. Even in our youngest grades like TK and Kindergarten, a missed day can significantly impact learning. Every day truly matters.

The Jog-a-Thon is coming soon! We are so excited for this annual tradition. Please be sure to register your child on Pedgestar. A $35 donation earns your child a free Jog-a-Thon T-shirt!

As I continue walking through classrooms, I am thrilled with the instruction and engagement I see from our staff. Our students are already working hard, and I cannot wait to celebrate their accomplishments this year. I hope you can see the academic rigor and support in action too. Our students, staff, and community are amazing, and I feel so blessed to be part of your child’s educational journey.

Here’s to another great week ahead!

Warmly,
Kristin McDonald
Principal, Golden Elementary

#shinebright #staygolden #everystudenteveryday