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Important Dates
November 1: Daylight Savings Time Ends
November 6: Fall Festival
November 12: Leader in Me Assembly
November 20: Snack Store
November 23–27: No School
Breakfast and Lunch Menus
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Grab-and-Go Breakfast
Morning Arrival
We kindly ask that students head directly to the cafeteria for breakfast as soon as they arrive at school. There's no need to hang up their backpacks, as this only reduces their time to savor a healthy breakfast before starting their day.
Please Note: Any student who chooses to go to the playground without having breakfast first will not be permitted to return to the cafeteria once the school day begins at 7:55 AM. We encourage you to motivate your child to take advantage of the FREE, healthy options provided by our fantastic cafeteria staff before embarking on their day of learning.
Breakfast Schedule
In an effort to minimize class time missed by students, GDE is introducing a Grab-and-Go Breakfast available after 7:55 AM. This will be a convenient, easy-to-eat item that tardy students can take to their classrooms to enjoy
Hot Tray Breakfast: Ends at 7:55 AM
Grab-and-Go Items: Served after 7:55 AM
Possible Grab-and-Go Items: Whole Grain Donuts, Whole Grain Honeybuns, Whole Grain Poptarts, Whole Grain Waffles, or Whole Grain Muffins (Juice and milk are provided).
What Is a Golden Paw?
Golden Paws: Celebrating Our Lions
When do students earn a Golden Paw?
When we see a student putting one of the 7 Habits into action, we recognize their leadership with a Golden Paw!
The 7 Habits
Be Proactive
I am in charge of my choices.
Begin With the End in Mind
I make a plan.
Put First Things First
I do important things first.
Think Win-Win
I look for ways we can both succeed.
Seek First to Understand, Then to Be Understood
I listen before I speak.
Synergize
I work well with others.
Sharpen the Saw
I care for my body and mind.
Keep the conversation going at home: Ask your Lion: “Which habit did you practice today?”
Outdoor Classroom
To celebrate the opening of our Outdoor Classroom, we are inviting families to participate in a special fundraising opportunity. Students can create a personalized stepping stone that will become a permanent part of our Outdoor Classroom pathway. Each stepping stone is $25, and this is a wonderful way for students to leave their mark while supporting the continued growth and enhancement of this exciting learning space.
A few of the stones that are ready to be placed in our garden! 👇👇👇
Specials Color Days
Keep track of your student's specials rotation for October using the color schedule below!
🟥 Red Days: Nov 2, Nov 10, Nov 18
🟧 Orange Days: Nov 3, Nov 11, Nov 19
🟨 Yellow Days: Nov 4, Nov 12, Nov 20
🟩 Green Days: Nov 5, Nov 13, Nov 30
🟦 Blue Days: Nov 6, Nov 16
🟪 Purple Days: Nov 9, Nov 17
⬛ No School: Nov 23, Nov 24, Nov 25, Nov 26, Nov 27
Birthday Celebrations
Treat Day Dates 2026–2027
September 25October 25November 20
December 18
January 29
February 12
March 19
April 30
May 14
If you would like, please send a treat to help us celebrate your student’s birthday!
Support the 2026 Glenn Duffy Fall Festival
Help us bring the carnival fun to life!
The Glenn Duffy PTO is hosting our annual Fall Festival on Friday, November 6th.
This fun, family event includes:
Carnival games
Chili supper
Online & silent auctions
Becoming a Presenting Sponsor
Support the event with a monetary donation of $200 or more and receive:
Your logo displayed at the event
Social media shout-outs
Recognition in event promotions
Donate a Silent Auction Item or Basket
Have a product, service, or themed basket you’d love to promote? Auction donations directly support school activities for students and teachers all year long!
Why It Matters
All proceeds from the Fall Festival help fund student programs, classroom materials, staff appreciation, and more.
Your contribution makes a direct impact on our school community!
Additional Benefit
Because we are now a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, your tax-deductible donation directly supports our school and may qualify for a tax write-off.
Interested or have questions?
Email us at
glennduffy.pto.fallfestival@gmail.com
