Gearity PDS

12.9.22 Family Message

Gearity PDS 12.9.22 Family Message
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Student Supports and Fun Activities

The time between Thanksgiving and Winter Break can be the most challenging of the school year. We have the shortest days of the year which can affect peoples moods. The holidays can be a difficult time for families as well. To support our students, we are using our morning circle time to help them identify their feelings, learn calming strategies, and let adults know if they need help. If you know your student is struggling please contact the school so we can provide supports that will allow them to deal with stress and refocus on their learning.


During the week of December 19th - 23rd we will have a spirit week with a theme each day. The first day of the week is rainbow day and each grade level will have a color from the rainbow to wear to show their class spirit. Teachers will let their students know the grade level color next week. On the 23rd, we will host the Gearity STEM Carnival which is always a popular event and a great way to transition in the Winter Break.

The Sock Drive is Back!

The K Kids will be once again sponsoring the Gearity Sock Drive. For the past three years Gearity students and staff have collected socks for the homeless. All donated items will be given to the city of University Heights on December 23rd as part of a citywide event. The donation program will last two weeks and can help the needy in our community make it through another cold Cleveland winter. Thanks for your support in advance!
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Support the PTA and Enjoy a Cavs Game

Join our school community for the Cleveland Heights-University Heights PTA Night at the Cavaliers game on Friday, December 16th vs the Indiana Pacers. For every ticket purchased $10 will go back to the PTA. Participating schools are Heights High, Roxboro Middle, Monticello Middle, Roxboro Elementary, Noble Elementary, Fairfax Elementary, Canterbury Elementary, Gearity Elementary, Boulevard Elementary, and Oxford Elementary . Please show up in your Heights gear and cheer on our Cleveland Cavaliers.

Exceptional Children's Advocacy Group Needs Your Help

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Volunteers Needed!

We are looking for Exceptional Children's Advocacy Group (ECAG) Family Representatives to volunteer at schools to provide inclusion support and ideas to our schools and families.


ECAG Family Representative helps to:

  • Build better relationships with schools
  • Connect with families in the community
  • Build relationships with parents
  • Contribute to the creation of inclusive activities and programs


If you are interested in volunteering and/or need additional information, contact CHUH Parent Mentor, Joy at 216.236.3616 or email joy@reachingheights.org

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The District is Hiring!

The District is holding a walk-in hiring event on Wednesday, December 14 from noon-2 p.m. and 4-6 p.m. Open positions include bus drivers, cleaners, paraprofessionals, tutors, and more.

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Upcoming Events

December 14 - Hearing and Vision Screenings 3rd and 5th Grade

December 19 - 23 School Spirit Week

December 23 - School STEM Carnival

December 24 - January 8 Winter Break

January 9 - School Resumes

January 9 - PTA General Meeting

January 12 - School Market

January 13 - Quarter 2 Ends!

January 16 - Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday (No School)

January 17 - Professional Development Day (No School for Students)

January 18 - 3rd Quarter Starts