Dear students and families,
We are excited to share our updated Vision and Mission for GFSS. Grounded in local voices, these statements were co-created through conversations with students, staff, and parents (page 5), ensuring that they reflect the heart of our school community.
Our vision reminds us of the big picture: a thriving community where every student develops their unique gifts with creativity, compassion, and courage. Our mission guides our daily work: nurturing curiosity, empathy, and resilience, and creating a culture of connection, respect, and purposeful action. At GFSS, we look forward to bringing these words to life with your partnership. Read the full statements and our values and beliefs here.
Athletics is awesome at GFSS and are really looking forward to a great season in Volleyball, swimming, and soccer. Thank you to VB coaches Riley Friesen, Danielle Thielmann, Leanne Keys, and David Dunnet. I will give a shout out to our amazing swimming team and coaches Laura Lewis, Amanda Sjoden, and Richard Friesen. Lastly, our boys soccer is full on thanks to coach Jason Hugh. All of GFSS is cheering you on and are grateful for the opportunity to excel at sport with the help of our volunteer coaches. Stay abreast of the action on our athletics Facebook site.
~Tom Eccleston, GFSS Principal
link to all our previous news & newsletters (website)
Special notes and reminders…
- Smile! Photos on Monday.
- The student fee for this year is $22. This fee helps offset costs related to school spirt events such as dances, assemblies, fun days, give-aways and so much more. Please pay at the main office.
- Check out our September newsletter to learn about and enjoy all the interesting things going on at GFSS.
- Introductory Webinar: Mental Health and Substance Use Guide for BC K-12 Families
- New erase Infographics are Now Available for Parents, Caregivers and School Staff
- Substance Use Prevention Series
For your calendar…
- Sep 22 Fall Photo Day
- Sep 25 Band Parents’ Meeting (6pm)
- Sep 29 Truth and Reconciliation Assembly & Orange Shirt Day
- Sep 30 National Day for Truth and Reconciliation (school closed)
- Oct 2 Terry Fox water balloon fundraiser
- Oct 3 School in Session, Terry Fox Run
- Oct 7 & 8 Early dismissal (2:30)
- Oct 8 Family Conferences (2:45-7:00) & Welcome back BBQ (4:00-6:00)
- Oct 13 Thanksgiving Day, School Closed
- Oct 14 Post Secondary Liaison Day (Gr. 12s, 8:30, Gym)
- Oct 17 School in Session