A Snapshot of GArrett Elementary

By Angela StoutTechnology Coordinator

William Silas GarrettElementary

Also known as : Garrett Elementaryor Simply WSG

555 McLemore Dr. Montgomery, AL 36117

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•• William Silas Garrett Elementary was built in the

1999-2000 planning year of the Montgomery Public School System.

• Garrett is a learning center for approximately 580 students in Kindergarten through fifth grade.

• The school was named in honor of former Superintendent William Silas Garrett, whose leadership, the school system gained an accredited status with the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.

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Where in the World is Garrett Elementary?4

•Montgomery, AL has a population of 201,717 and is the 113th largest city in the United States. The population density is 1,262 per sq mi which is 1272% higher than the Alabama average and 1293% higher than the national average. The median age in Montgomery is 35 which is approximately 9% lower than the Alabama average of 39. In Montgomery, 46% of the population over 15 years of age are married, 94% speak English and 3% speak Spanish. 71% of Montgomery residents were born in Alabama, 23% were born out of state, 1% were born outside of the United States and 5% were foreign born.

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Did you Know?

Principal: Anissha Officer

I am the daughter of two passionate retired educators with two sisters. I am married to an educator, Brian

and we have two children who are 9 and 14. Being from a family of educators, I could not help not to be

slightly influenced to have a passion for learning. I graduated from Robert E. Lee High School and

pursued my education degrees from Alabama State University. Aside from the love of education, there

are other experiences that have contributed to the job I do as an administrator. I worked in the legal field

for six years and hold a certification as a paralegal and worked in sales and marketing for the hospitality

industry. After these experiences, I began teaching and did so for 8 years and became an administrator.

As an administrator, I worked as a School-Wide Instructional Assistant (SIA) for Title I schools, served as

an Assistant Principal and then became a Principal. Currently, this is my seventh year as principal. I've

worked in several Montgomery Public Schools over the last 23 years: Vaughn Road Elementary

(interned), Lanier High School, Peterson Elementary School, Halcyon Elementary School, Harrison

Elementary School, Wares Ferry Elementary School, Catoma Elementary School and Garrett Elementary

School. I am thankful for the work I've been privilege to do in this school district.

In Her Words....

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“Remember the difference between a boss and a leader- a boss says, “Go.” A leader says, “Let’s go!”

E.M. Kelly

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Garrett Elementary Vision Statement

We Strive for Greatness

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Garrett ElementaryMission Statement

The faculty and staff of Garrett Elementary dedicate themselves to ensuring that all students develop to their maximum potential academically, physically, and socially while developing leadership..

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Total Population 579

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193%

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41%

Demographics

Total 43

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2149%

2251%

Demographics

Certified

Total 17

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1482%

318%

Demographics

Classified

Grade Level Classrooms

Classrooms/Teachers Number of Students

Kindergarten 5 83

1st Grade 5 92

2nd Grade 5 114

3rd Grade 4 90

4th Grade 4 95

5th Grade 5 105

Total 28 579

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Specialty

CounselorMedia SpecialistMusic TeacherPE TeachersLiteracy CoachSpecial EducationGifted EducationSpeech PathologistTechnology Coordinator

SpecialistsParaprofessionals

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Teachers

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“Leaders aren’t born, they are made. And they are made just like anything else, through hard work. And that’s the price we’ll have to pay to achieve that goal or any goal”

Vince Lombardi

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Garrett is a Leader in me school

A Leader in Me School

Student Success in the 21st CenturyLeader in Me helps schools create well-rounded learners by developing the whole-person and preparing students to become life-ready leaders.

Great Happens Here!

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https://www.leaderinme.org/

The Seven Habits of Good Leaders 17

Habit 4Think

Win-Win

Habit 3Put First

Things First

Habit 6Synergize

Habit 2Begin with the End in Mind

Habit 5

Seek First to

Understand

Then to be

Understood

Habit 1Be

Proactive

Habit 7Sharpen the Saw

18The Leader in Me Additional ResourcesWeb Resources:TheLeaderinMeBook.orgTheLeaderinMe.orgStephenCovey.com7Habits4Teens.comFranklinCovey.com

Parent Book List:The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People, Stephen R. CoveyThe 7 Habits of Highly Effective Families, Stephen R. CoveyLiving the 7 Habits, Stephen R. Covey

Garrett Organizations TSDC DancersSponsored by Mrs. Treloar, Tonya Speed Dance connection meets once a week for one hour. Through dance, the students learn how to express themselves creatively, gain confidence, and synergize by practicing and performing together. TSDC Dancers participate in the Christmas Parade, a Winter Recital, and Spring Recital.

Abrakadoodle

An after school art program designed for students to have an opportunity to showcase their art ability through guided instruction..

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http://knowthecommunity.com/project/tonya-speeds-dance-connection//

Garrett Organizations Garrett Girls Rock!Sponsored by Mrs. Tucker and Ms. Langford, the purpose of Girl’s Rock is to empower each member to become effective leaders inside the school and the community. This organization seeks to teach girls the skills to know who they are and charge them to become bold, positive forces of change.

Boys into GentlemenB I GSponsored by Mr. Jones, the purpose of BIG is to promote academic achievement, character, career development, and to develop young men into tomorrow’s leaders. We also promote parental involvement, placing emphasis on positive male mentors.

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Garrett OrganizationsGirls on the RunAn after school program to inspire girls to recognize their inner strengths and celebrate what makes them one of a kind. Over the course of 10 weeks girls in grade 3-5 will establish a lifetime appreciation for health and fitness. All of the girls will participate in a 5k event..

Garrett TrackSponsored Coach Crum and Ms. Ceman, consists of 90 students in grades 2-5 who want to desplay and showcase their athletic abilities and compete against other elementary schools in the Montgomery area. Track events include: 100 meter, 400 meter, 800 meter, 1500 meter, Javelin, and Standing Long Jump. Check our calendar for locations and times.

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Garrett OrganizationsGator Geek SquadSponsored by Mrs. Stout, is comprised of students who are interested in learning more about technology and have the desire to participate in a variety of special technology related programs and projects throughout the year.

Kinder KlubsSponsored by Ms. Ausley, meet once per month. The students choose the Klub they attend each month and get to participate in a learning activity with a different teacher and new friends from another class. Teachers include all K teachers, speech teacher, reading specialist, and a special education teacher. Activities had included cooking, art, music, dance, science experiments, and technology.

Great Happens Here!

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“I can’t change the direction of the wind, but I can adjust my sails to always reach my destination”.

Jimmy Dean

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Garrett Elementary555 McLemore DriveMontgomery, AL 36117 Partners in Education

• Grace Presbyterian Church Bell Road• First Assembly of God Bell Road• Calvary Baptist Church Decker Lane• E&S Suit Warehouse Atlanta Highway• Church of the Highlands Taylor Road• Montgomery Uniforms Plus LLC Atlanta Highway

A Leader in Me School

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So uch!

To Our

Partners

Student Events First Semester• Patriot Day• Superhero Day• Walk to School Day• Red Ribbon Week• Bully Awareness Week• Days of Service• PBIS Positive Behavior Intervention• Pink Out Day (Breast Cancer Awareness)• American Education Week• The Crowning of Garrett’s Royal Court• Holiday Performance• Wellness Wednesday

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Student Events Second Semester• Winter Wonderland• Spelling Bee• 100th Day of School• Random Acts of Kindness Week• Family Dance Night• Read Across America Activities• Accelerated Reader Celebrations• Autism Awareness Activities• Field Trips• Garrett Senior Week• Leader in Me Leadership Day• Awards Ceremonies

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Pre K (HeadStart) 1 classroom 18 Students

Head Start Program

Head Start is a federally-funded comprehensive

child development program. MCAC serves

1323 children between the ages of 3-5 years

old at 20 centers throughout Montgomery

County.

The program provides the following services:

● Academics● Family Services● Nutrition● Medical Health and Dental Screenings● Disability Services● Parental Involvement

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Gifted Program

●Gifted Program Gifted students are those who perform at or who have demonstrated the potential to perform at high levels in academic or creative fields when compared to others of their age, experience, or environment. These students receive services not ordinarily provided by the regular school program. Students possessing these abilities can be found in all populations, across all economic strata, and in all areas of human endeavor.Teachers, counselors, administrators, parents/guardians, peers, self, or any other individuals with knowledge of the student’s abilities may refer a student. Additionally, all second grade students will be observed as potential gifted referrals using a gifted behavior checklist.For each student referred, information is gathered in the areas of Aptitude, Characteristics, and Performance. The information is entered on a matrix where points are assigned according to established criteria. The total number of points earned determines if the student qualifies for gifted services.

“If your actions inspire others to dream more, learn more, do more, and become more, you are a leader.”

John Quincy Adams President #6

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Garrett Awards and RecognitionsCOMMENDING WILLIAM SILAS GARRETT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, MONTGOMERY COUNTY SCHOOL SYSTEM, U.S. DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE HEALTHIERUS SCHOOL CHALLENGE GOLD AWARD OF DISTINCTION FOR PROMOTING A HEALTHY SCHOOL ENVIRONMENT WHEREAS, William Silas Garrett Elementary School, Montgomery County School System, will be receiving the U.S. Department of Agriculture HealthierUS School Challenge Gold Award of Distinction for “Promoting a Healthy School Environment”; and

WHEREAS, William Silas Garrett Elementary School is one of only 56 schools in Alabama to have earned the Gold Award of Distinction; and

WHEREAS, William Silas Garrett Elementary School earned this national recognition for “Promoting a Healthy School Environment”; and

WHEREAS, this program involves students, staff, and parents in its implementation; and

WHEREAS, the U.S. Department of Agriculture will be presenting the HealthierUS School Challenge Gold Award of Distinction to William Silas Garrett Elementary School for “Promoting a Healthy School Environment” to the Montgomery County School System:

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That the Alabama State Board of Education does hereby commend and congratulate the William Silas Garrett Elementary School Child Nutrition Manager, Child Nutrition Staff, Child Nutrition Director (Mr. Dedrick Bowden), faculty, and Superintendent (Ms. Barbara W. Thompson) for supporting the Child Nutrition Program in achievement of this outstanding accomplishment as recipient of the HealthierUS School Challenge Gold Award of Distinction established by the U.S. Department of Agriculture, National School Lunch and Breakfast Programs, and for making the commitment to offer students healthy food choices, provide physical activity, and promote healthy lifestyles, all of which have earned William Silas Garrett Elementary School this prestigious national recognition.

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Each April is Autism Awareness MonthWear blue to support awareness of autism

What is Autism?Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a complex developmental disability, typically appearing during childhood and affecting a person's ability to communicate and interact with others. One in every 59 children in America have Autism.

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https://www.autism-society.org/get-involved/national-autism-awareness-month/

1We Love our Parents

Parent Cafe

Pastries with Parents

Garrett PTA Meetings

Some of our Parent Events

Want to Volunteer?Sign Up for the next

event!

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“It’s not what you do for your children, but what you have taught them to do for themselves, that will make them successful human beings.”

Ann Landers

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Montgomery Public Schools Enrollment InformationPhoto IDParent/Guardian Photo ID ─ Valid Alabama drivers or non-driver’s license, or Military ID

Birth Certificate2. Student’s birth certificate- proof of age and verification of legal guardianship- if different from birth certificate

Immunizations3. A current State of Alabama Certificate of Immunization Mandatory Immunization Law- Each child enrolled in daycare, Head Start, and public or private school in Alabama must have a valid Alabama Certificate of Immunization on file at the facility that they attend.

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Proof of ResidenceTwo proofs of residence – At least one primary proof of residence is required annually at registration and may be requested throughout the school year. All

Link to Formshttp://www.mps.k12.al.us/common/pages/DisplayFile.aspx?itemId=4487915

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Thanks!Any questions?Contact Us:334-260-1090334-260-1092 fax

http://www.mps.k12.al.us/

http://garrett.mps-al.org/