Dear Gray Families,
October is right around the corner, bringing cooler days, flannels, and crisp fall air. Outdoor play is vital for our students' social-emotional wellbeing. As colder weather arrives, please ensure your Stallions come prepared for outdoor recess. Our threshold for outdoor recess is a temperature/wind chill of around 20°F and safe ground conditions.
Our International Week Parade is on Friday, October 2nd, starting at 2:15 PM! Kindergarten through 4th-grade students will parade around the playground carrying their flags. Parents are invited to cheer on our Stallions. Encouraging signs are welcome!
We are excited to celebrate our 3rd annual Gray Elementary Fall Fest on Thursday, October 15th, from 5:00 to 7:00 PM on the main playground! This event has quickly become a cherished school tradition, and we extend a big thank you to Friends of Gray for organizing it. As always, Fall Fest is reserved exclusively for Gray families, and every student must be accompanied by their own parent or guardian to attend. Costumes are encouraged and welcome! Please be on the lookout for additional details in the coming weeks.
Running alongside our Fall Fest festivities, we are excited to host the 6th–8th Grade Dance in the Upper Grade Gym on October 15th from 5:00 to 7:00 PM! This gives our middle school students their very own dedicated space to celebrate. Please be on the lookout for additional details in the coming weeks.
Gray Elementary plays the Pledge of Allegiance and the National Anthem over the intercom as a part of our morning routine in accordance with Chicago Public Schools policy. Please see policy here.
I want to thank parents for bringing children to school on time and for being such a supportive part of this school community. Seeing so much family involvement and presence every day is truly heartwarming. Keep it up!
Gray Elementary turns 115 years old this school year! Built in 1911 to honor local pioneer William P. Gray, our school carries a proud legacy of community and learning that dates back over a century ago. We are excited to celebrate this historic milestone together!
We are Stallion Strong!
Sincerely,
Dr. Kotis
