Flyers with the QR code are coming home today! 🎀💕Be sure to scan and grab your tickets for our Mother–Daughter Dance on February 24th from 6:30–8:00 PM! 💃✨
It’s going to be a night full of pink, sparkle, dancing, sweet treats, and the cutest memories! 💅🍦📸
Don’t miss out, we can’t wait to see you shine!! 💞✨
Students will preview the Book Fair on February 19th & 20th, then shop during their library class on:
🛍️ Monday, February 23rd
🛍️ Tuesday, February 24th
The Book Fair will also be open during Parent-Teacher Conferences, closing at 6:30 PM on Thursday, February 26th.
We encourage families to set up an eWallet (link below!) for an easy, cash-free way for students to shop.
🔗eWallet: https://tinyurl.com/4dwwwpkp
Thank you for supporting our school and helping grow a love of reading! ❤️📖
We will be discussing the upcoming Mother - Daughter Dance.. Volunteers STILL needed to make this a fun successful event.
Please plan to attend to learn more about our PTO and how to get involved!
This week we are celebrating someone who truly makes a difference in the hearts and lives of our students, Ms. Anderson. She is a constant light at Apollo, meeting every child with kindness, patience, and genuine care.
Through her counseling lessons, Ms. Anderson helps our students learn how to understand their feelings, build confidence, solve problems, and treat others with compassion. She gives them tools they will carry far beyond the classroom...how to be resilient, how to use their voice, and how to believe in themselves.
Whether she’s offering a listening ear, guiding a small group, or supporting a student through a tough moment, Ms. Anderson always has the best interests of our students and staff at heart. We are so grateful for the love, safety, and support she brings to our school each and every day.
💖✨ Calling all moms & daughters! ✨💖
The Apollo PTO is hosting the sweetest night of the year!
Sparkles & Sweethearts: Mother–Daughter Dance 💃💕
📅 February 24th
⏰ 6:30–8:00 PM
🎀 Dress up, dance, and make magical memories together!
Your ticket includes:
📸 Keepsake photo
🎶 Dancing
💅 Nails & crafts
🍦 Sparkle ice cream
…and SO much pink fun!
🎟️ $20 Mother & Daughter | $5 each additional daughter
👧 All school-aged daughters welcome!
🍪 Extra treats available from Tickled Pink Boba & Chunky Poodle Cookie Company 💕
💗 Want to help make the magic happen?
We’ll be sharing a volunteer sign-up soon, we’d LOVE your help!
📲 Scan the QR code on the flyer to grab your tickets now or buy them at the door!
✨💖 Let’s sparkle together, Apollo! 💖✨
Apollo Families,
A special member of our Goddard Public Schools Community, Mrs. Patry a 4th Grade Teacher at Explorer Elementary School, has recently been diagnosed with cancer and will be beginning treatment immediately. Mrs. Patry is an incredibly dedicated educator who cares deeply for her students, and this news has understandably been difficult. The entire Apollo Elementary family and our close friends at Explorer Elementary are surrounding her with love, encouragement, and support. We invite all Apollo students and staff to participate in a fundraiser this Thursday, February 5th. We will be hosting a Wear Your Favorite Team/Colors Spirit Day! We are asking for a $1 donation, but this is not required. Mrs. Patry is an avid Chiefs fan, so if your student does not have a favorite- red and/or yellow is a great choice! All proceeds go directly to Mrs. Patry.
Thank you for your support!!
Join us for a fun night of skating, music, and time together as a school community.
📅 Thursday, January 29th
⏰6:00pm-9:00pm
📍 Carousel Skate Center
✔️ The class with the highest attendance will win a pizza party during the skate night! And the teacher of the winning class will win a $20 amazon gift card!
All students and families are welcome, we hope to see you there!
THANK YOU, Goddard Public Schools Maintenance Team!
While most of the community was staying warm inside, this incredible maintenance team was outside doing the hard work that makes a safe return to school possible.
On Sunday, January 25th, and again early Monday morning, January 26th, the USD 265 Facilities, Maintenance & Operations staff were out across the district clearing snow from parking lots, driveways, sidewalks, and entrances, ensuring school buildings are safe and accessible for students, staff, and families.
These moments from Clark Davidson Elementary School, Discovery Intermediate School, and Challenger Intermediate School are a snapshot of the pride, grit, and dedication behind the scenes. Snow storms do not stop this team from showing up, problem solving, and taking care of our schools.
Their work may happen before sunrise and behind the scenes, but its impact is felt by every student and staff member who walks through our doors. Thank you for going above and beyond for our #265Family!
Make sure you’re getting important updates as soon as they happen by downloading the Goddard Public Schools App. The app provides first notifications for weather-related school closings, delays, and other time-sensitive alerts...right to your phone. You can even set notifications to specifically for Apollo!
You’ll also find district news, events, and helpful resources all in one place, making it easy to stay up to date and connected throughout the school year.
We encourage all parents and families to download the app today so you never miss an important update!
Students will have the opportunity to shop at the PAW Shop and purchase fun items. Best of all, all purchases help support our PTO and the great things they do for our school! 🛍️💙
We celebrated one of our amazing 3rd grade teachers, Miss Bay, with a sweet little bridal shower as she counts down to her big day next week. It was filled with smiles, and lots of excitement as we celebrate this special chapter in her life.
Help us shower the future Mrs. Uhlig with love!! Drop your well wishes and congratulations in the comments as she gets ready to say “I do!” 💕✨💍
Check out our January Upcoming Events and be sure to check the upcoming events in your newsletter so nothing sneaks up on you this month!
Spring Picture Day will be held on Thursday, January 29th!
Students will have individual photos taken as well as class group pictures.
📌 Please note: There will be no retakes for these pictures.
🛒 Parents may order online, or picture order forms will be sent home next week.
Mark your calendars and get those smiles ready! 😊
Our next PTO Meeting is TOMORROW! January 14th.
Thinking about getting more involved but not sure where to start? This meeting is for you!
We’ll be planning our upcoming spring events, volunteer opportunities and sharing ideas. No pressure, no experience required! Just a chance to connect, listen, and help make great things happen for our students. Come see what Apollo PTO is all about, and how you can help 🐾💙
Monday, January 12th 5:00-9:00pm
7130 W. Maple
Mention Apollo Spirit Night when eating in or use code DONATEMCA at checkout if ordering online. 20% of sales come right back to support our Apollo PTO! 🐾💙
Love kids? Patient, kind, and ready to make an impact?
We’re hiring a Special Education Para to join our fun, supportive school community!
APPLY NOW!
https://www.applitrack.com/goddardusd/onlineapp/default.aspx?Category=Special+Education+Support+Staff%2fParaprofessionals&subcategory=Paraprofessional+
We will be out Monday, December 22nd through Monday, January 5th, as we enjoy a well-deserved winter break.
We’ll be back, refreshed and ready to learn, on Tuesday, January 6th!
Wishing our students, families, and staff a joyful break filled with rest, fun, and warm memories. ❄️✨ See you in the new year! 🎉
Educator Spotlight Alert!
This month, we're thrilled to continue our Educator Spotlight series dedicated to celebrating the heart and soul of our district. As we celebrate them, you can show your gratitude to through the GIVE. GRATITUDE. GODDARD Campaign.
Miss. Poorman’s story is just one chapter in a child’s 13-year journey through Goddard Public Schools. Your support, matched up to $25,000, helps write the next one. When you Give, you multiply Gratitude. You strengthen Goddard.
Give today: https://secure.qgiv.com/for/goddardpublicschools/?blm_aid=71680
Our Apollo Social Committee hosted a very merry door decorating contest this year, and wow!! Our staff did not hold back! From creative themes to eye-catching details, it was so much fun seeing everyone’s hard work and holiday spirit on full display. 🎄🚪✨
A HUGE thank you to The Rusted Bean Coffee Shop for sponsoring prizes .
A special shoutout to Mr. Meyer for 3D-printing our amazing trophies and participation ornaments, such a unique and thoughtful touch! 🏆
And an extra big thank you to our amazing PTO Board members for helping with the voting! We couldn’t have done it without you. 💙🙌
Congratulations to our winners!
1st Place - Mrs. Brown
2nd Place - Pre-K
3rd Place - Miss Taryn (Reading Para)
Thank you to everyone who joined in the fun! We hope to make this an annual Apollo tradition. 💙🐾
