GVA North Families,
This past weekend, our Middle School Chinese Dance Enrichment class had the amazing opportunity to perform at the Mid-Autumn Festival Celebration at Centennial Center Park. The festival, hosted by the Chinese American Association, featured authentic food, games, and cultural performances and our students did an incredible job representing GVA North! We are so proud of their hard work and talent.
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Student-Led Conferences
Itâs hard to believe weâre already approaching conference time! At GVA, conferences are student-led, giving children the chance to showcase their progress and learning with their families. Students should attend their conferences with their parents/guardians.
You should receive an email from your childâs teachers today with links to sign up for fall conferences. You can also access teachersâ sign up links here. Slots fill quickly, so please sign up soon!
Conference Dates & Times:
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Tuesday, October 14th from 3:00â8:00 PM
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Wednesday, October 15th from 10:00 AMâ8:00 PM
Format of Conferences:
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Kindergartenâ5th Grade: Families will attend two conferences, one with the English teacher and one with the Immersion teacher.
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Middle School: Conferences will be open-house style. However, families should sign up for a two-hour window to meet with their childâs teachers. This will help spread out conferences and reduce wait times.
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Spirit Week!
Also, a friendly reminder that we have Spirit Week this week! Dress Code is not required, but all Spirit Day attire should be school-appropriate.
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Monday, September 29th: GVA Pumas Sure Are Bright! (Neon Day)
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Tuesday, September 30th: Tired Tuesday (Wear your favorite PJs)
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Wednesday, October 1st: Wacky Wednesday (Crazy hair, wild hats, mismatched socks)
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Thursday, October 2nd: The Wild West or The West Coast (Cowboy gear or Hawaiian surfer vibes)
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Friday, October 3rd: Fandom Friday (Dress to represent your favorite book, video game, movie, sports team, or music artist-whatever you are a fan of)
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Upcoming Important Dates
Monday, October 6: No school for students (Teacher Work Day).
Tuesday, October 14: Early Release Day, students are dismissed at 12:00 PM. They may stay until 6pm for Village Square but they will need to be registered ahead of time. Village Square registration information can be found here. Student-Led Conferences begin at 3pm.
Wednesday, October 15: No regular school, Student-Led Conferences. Village Square will be available from 7am-6pm on the 15th for families that are interested and have registered.
Thursday and Friday, October 16-17: No school, Fall Break (building closed).
Friday, October 31: Early Release Day, students dismissed at 12:00 pm. Village Square is open until 6 pm for students registered.
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I canât wait to see all the PUMA spirit and creativity this week! I know it will be a great week celebrating.
Ms. Byrd
Principal, GVA North
cbyrd@gvaschools.org
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Join us for our annual Taste of Hispanic Culture event on Saturday, November 1st, from 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM.
Celebrate the beauty and color of the many Hispanic cultures represented at our school through food, performances, and more!
This event is SO much fun and made possible by YOU: volunteering to bring crafts, games, activities, and food.
- Potluck Meal (bring something to share!)
- Mariachi performance
- Games
- Crafts
Please sign up to bring food, be a vendor (only a few spots available), or volunteer during the event.
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Spirit Week
To celebrate our SPF results, weâre hosting a Spirit Week from September 29âOctober 3! Please remember that all Spirit Day attire must be school-appropriate (no masks, fake weapons, face paint/blood, or inflatable costumes). Dress Code will not be required on these days.
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Monday, September 29th: GVA Pumas Sure Are Bright! (Neon Day)
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Tuesday, September 30th: Tired Tuesday (Wear your favorite PJs)
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Wednesday, October 1st: Wacky Wednesday (Crazy hair, wild hats, mismatched socks)
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Thursday, October 2nd: The Wild West or The West Coast (Cowboy gear or Hawaiian surfer vibes)
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Friday, October 3rd: Fandom Friday (Dress to represent your favorite book, video game, movie, sports team, or music artist-whatever you are a fan of)
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Fall Fundraiser is Here!
September 29 â October 14
Our big fundraiser starts in a few days. Our goal is to raise $30,000.
We are asking ALL parents to register their student(s).
- Make sure you use Group Code: FM473.
- Please get at least one person to support our fundraiser before our official kick-off day.
- Any student who is registered and adds 10 contacts will be entered into a drawing for a chance to win over 1,000 prizes.
Important Dates:
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September 29th: Order forms sent home
- Students should collect money at the time of the order
- Checks should be made out to GVA-N PTO
- Payments can be made using Venmo @PTO_GVA-N (reference Quantity Sold, Studentâs Name, and Fall Fundraiser)
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October 14th by 3:30 PM: Order forms due back to their teacher or the front desk.
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2nd week of November: Orders ready for pickup (just in time for the holidays!)
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Snack Attack for World Teacher Day!
Donations needed on Friday, October 3rd.
Help us celebrate and spoil our GVA-N staff on Friday, October 3rd. PTO is providing snacks, and weâd love your favorite recipes or family treats to share. Prefer to donate instead? Cash donations are welcome via Venmo (@PTO_GVA-N).
Click here to sign up for SNACK ATTACK donations
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Have an Active Role in Your Child's School Life: Join us for a PTO Meeting
Tuesday, October 7th
5:00 - 6:00 pm in Room 121
Dinner will be provided.
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GVA-N SAC Applications & 1st Meeting
GVA-Northâs School Accountability Committee (SAC) will have our first meeting next week on Monday, October 13th at 3:45pm.
Any parents interested in joining the committee should fill out the application form and email it to cbyrd@gvaschools.org.
The role of the School Accountability Committee is to:
- Review school academic data
- Analyze trends in student achievement and growth
- Work alongside school leadership and educators on school improvement
- Advise the school board on major academic decisions
We would love to have any and all attend!
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Help PTO provide Dinner for Teachers During Conferences
October 14th from 5pm-8pm
The PTO will provide the main entrĂ©es, and weâd love to add your family favorites to the table!
Get Involved: Please sign up here to help.
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GVA North English Spelling Bee!
Download the Word Club App for the School List and Words of the Champions.
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October 20-24: Classroom Bees (spelling only). Teachers will share dates and study lists. Top 3 per class advance.
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November 4: Grade-Level Bees (oral + multiple-choice vocabulary). Top 5 per grade advance.
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November 13: Schoolwide Bee (oral + multiple-choice vocabulary).
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Trunk or Treat & Haunted Gym
Saturday, October 25th
12:00 PM â 3:30 PM
GVA-North Gym
Bring the whole family for an afternoon of spooky fun!
We Need YOU!
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Save 10% When You Order Your Yearbook Before October 31
- Go to: treering.com/validate
- Enter your schoolâs passcode: 1016952594002835
- Customize your 2 free pages!
- Regular price: $36.65
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Join Us in Shaping the Future of Education at GVA North!
Global Village Academy North is seeking passionate community members to serve on our North Board of Directors. The Board of Directors plays a significant role in the success of GVA North. While the Board delegates the day-to-day operation to the principal, the role of governance is discharged in various important ways.
The Board of Directors demonstrates strong leadership by promoting the schoolâs mission, performing strategic planning, being knowledgeable about legislative issues, developing policies, participating in professional development, ensuring the school has adequate financial resources, overseeing and supporting the Head of School, monitoring academic performance, organizing effective committees, and establishing a network of relationships in the community.
- The Board of Directors is composed of seven members elected for two year terms, with four officers: President, Vice-President, Secretary, and Treasurer.
- Please note that the volunteer commitment for service on the Board of Directors will involve attending a monthly meeting, some additional meetings as determined by the Board, as well as work outside of meeting times, possibly serving on a committee, and participating in professional development and training.
- For a complete overview of the role and responsibilities of a Board member please see the document, For Prospective GVAC GVA Board Members.
If you are interested in joining our Board and helping shape the future of GVA North, please apply online.
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Did You Download the GVA App Yet?
Available for iOS and Android devices, this all-in-one app helps parents, students, and staff stay connected and informedâwhether itâs emergency alerts, school news, upcoming events, forms, or daily updates. Download the app today!
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Free & Reduced Meal Applications
Donât forget to apply for Free and Reduced Meal Applications.
Please note that GVA North is switching our lunch platform website from LinqConnect to SchoolCafe. This platform will allow parents to view breakfast and lunch menus at any time for ease and convenience.
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Sponsors Needed to Help Us Cultivate Our School's Garden Vision
We're looking for support to build Garden Boxes:
- Engraved Metal Plate to be placed on one of the 5 boxes - $350 Donation.
- Please reach out to Lisa Hillman with any questions or ways to donate at lhillman@gvaschools.org.
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Earn Cash Back for GVA North with Ongoing Fundraising Opportunities
Partner organizations that help GVA North earn cash back year-round include:
- King Soopers
- Box Tops for Education
- American Furniture Warehouse
- Milk Caps for Moola
Learn more about our partner organizations and help earn money for GVA North through your everyday shopping.
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Your Voice Matters: Keep GVA North Safe
Creating a safe environment at GVA North takes all of us working together. Thatâs why we encourage students, parents, and community members to share any concerns they may have.
If you see something or hear something that doesnât seem right, use our confidential reporting system to submit a concern. Reports can be made anonymously, and every submission will be taken seriously and reviewed promptly.
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Celebrate Halloween the Global Way with Creative Chinese Club
This October, Creative Chinese Club is turning Halloween into a global adventure with the World Halloween Hangout.
Saturday, October 4 at 6:00 PM
Designed for kids 6 and up, this interactive event combines cultural learning and play. Children will:
- Make an orange lantern and hide a riddle inside
- Discover the math of the Chinese Lunar Calendar
- Share jokes, riddles, and sweets from their culture
- Build confidence practicing English and Mandarin
Give your child a new way to celebrate autumn while growing as a global citizen!
âš Register online.
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Kâ5 Families: Enroll Now for Free Skiing This Winter!
The Epic SchoolKids Colorado Pack is a FREE program for children enrolled in Kindergarten through 5th Grade during the 2025-26 winter season. This program provides four days of skiing and riding at each of the stateâs top-ranked resorts: Vail, Beaver Creek, Breckenridge, Keystone, and Crested Butte.
No purchase necessary!
âĄïž Enroll by October 8th.
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