Apollo Elementary School

We want to celebrate the Chiefs as they roll down to New Orleans for Super Bowl LIX!! We will do a Spirit Week next week, 2/3-2/6. Each day will feature a fun theme, from wearing your favorite Chiefs ( or preferred football team) gear to dressing up in creative ways that support the team. It's the perfect opportunity to come together as a school and show our pride for the Chiefs as they head to the biggest game of the season! Don’t miss out on the fun as we cheer them on to victory!!

Goddard Public Schools Family, Every day, incredible #265Family Heroes within the Goddard School District go above and beyond to inspire, support, and positively impact our USD 265 students. The Goddard Education Foundation is thrilled to announce the #265Family Award, which gives you an opportunity to recognize the outstanding educators and USD 265 employees who are making a profound difference within our #265Family and give them a chance to win $100 cash. Our community recognizes the vital role each and every USD 265 staff plays in creating a thriving and supportive learning environment for students. Whether they are a teacher, bus driver, para-educator, administrator, support staff, custodian, or any other valued member of our dedicated team, they are ALL eligible for this award. We invite you to nominate an individual who has demonstrated a significant, positive impact on the students, staff, or the USD 265 school community as a whole. For example, nominations could recognize USD 265 staff members who: Inspire a love of learning in their student(s) Provide exceptional support to student(s) Create a positive, caring school environment Go above and beyond their duties to serve others and/or, exemplifies professionalism and dedication to our #265 Family. All nominations received will be packaged and sent to the respective individual(s). Please nominate your #265Family Hero Today! Complete the Nomination Form (Click the Link Below) by providing the nominee's name, school, position, and a story of why you believe they are deserving of this award. #265Family Award Nomination Form https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfPtmyI7N56mExQrZnHMavjhh-d3ADYfav3udLPpQSLkMDI0w/viewform?usp=sf_link All #265Family Award recipients will be recognized with a special certificate with your nomination letter, and one nominee from each USD 265 school and department (Transportation, Maintenance, and General Support) will have a chance to receive a $100 prize (15 Total, $100 cash prize awards) provided by the Goddard Education Foundation. Let’s celebrate and show appreciation for the amazing work and dedication of our USD 265 employees. We are better together!

Picture Day is coming to Apollo! Strawbridge Studios will be taking Spring Class & Individual Pictures on January 30th. Please plan accordingly for any late arrivals or early pick ups. Contact the Apollo office for any questions. Picture packets will be coming home this week!!

Goddard Public Schools Staff and Families, There will be NO SCHOOL on Tuesday, January 21, 2025, due to dangerously cold wind chill temperatures and hazardous conditions. Please be safe, and thank you for your continued support. Dane Baxa Director of Community Relations

Join us TONIGHT for a Board of Education Meet & Greet event, in honor of School Board Appreciation Month! This come-and-go event is open to the public and will take place from 6:15 - 6:50 p.m. tonight (Monday, Jan. 13th, 2025) in the BOE Room at the Central Administration Center (201 S. Main St. Goddard, KS 67052). Connect with your local school community and meet the volunteers at the core of our #265Family. Whether you have questions, want to connect names to faces, or simply want to learn more about what Goddard Public Schools is all about - come join us tonight!

Goddard Public Schools Staff and Families, There will be NO SCHOOL on Friday, January 10, 2025, due to severe winter weather and hazardous driving conditions. Please be safe, and thank you for your continued support.

Goddard Public Schools Families, Goddard Public Schools will not be in school on Tuesday, January 7, 2025, due to ongoing hazardous driving conditions. City, County, and District crews are working tirelessly to clear roadways, parking lots, and sidewalks, and we offer our deepest appreciation to them for their dedicated efforts. Given the extent of snow/ice in neighborhoods across the District, additional time is needed to ensure a safe return to school. Thank you for your continued patience and understanding.

Help us celebrate School Board Appreciation Month this January by joining us for a USD 265 Board of Education Meet & Greet event! This come-and-go event is open to the public and will take place from 6:15 - 6:50 p.m. on Monday, Jan. 13th, 2025 in the BOE Room at the Central Administration Center (201 S. Main St. Goddard, KS 67052). Let’s celebrate the pride, growth, and excellence of our #265Family together!

Apollo Families, Wishing you all a wonderful and restful fall break! May this time bring relaxation, joy, and special moments with loved ones.

Apollo Kindness Club was able to get out and about on Friday. They spread Kindness by delivering drinks, snacks, and kind notes to all Apollo staff! Our Kindness Club is a group of 4th graders who alongside Mrs. Ebert, our school Counselor, dedicate to spreading positivity, compassion and kindness among students

"A positive attitude causes a chain reaction of positive thoughts, events, and outcomes. It is a catalyst and it sparks extraordinary results." – Wade Boggs Congratulations to Mrs. Robin Perkins for receiving the District Attitude Award! Robin was nominated by Piper White and Dane Baxa. Piper White wrote, “The print shop is not an easy or stress-free environment especially when you get multiple orders each day from all around the district, but Robin does so with a smile on her face. At the beginning of the year (or her busiest time) she and her staff worked so hard to make sure all staff had the orders before the first day of school. On top of just getting us the orders she also wrote positive messages that always leave us smiling. Robin communicates effectively, and if there is ever a rush order needed, she is not afraid of the challenge. Robin is a rock star!” Dane Baxa wrote, “Robin Perkins stepped up to help the District in a big way after the sudden loss of Nancy Johnson. Robin is more than just a skilled Print Shop operator; she’s a problem-solver who brings positivity and energy to her work every day. She often anticipates the needs of teachers, administrators, and staff, frequently stepping in to assist with last-minute requests and high-volume projects without hesitation. Her reliability and willingness to do whatever it takes to support others have made her an invaluable resource. She developed a plan to visit every school during orientation, making a personal connection with as many staff members as possible, building positive relationships, and explaining the services she provides and the process for submitting print jobs. Beyond her exceptional technical abilities, Robin’s attitude exemplifies the values of our district. Her commitment to excellence and genuine kindness uplift everyone she works with. She is always quick to offer encouragement, inspiring our Community Relations Team and those around her.”

PTO Meeting, Tomorrow, November 12th @ 6:00pm in the Apollo Library!

The Chiefs play Monday night, so let's have a little fun and cheer them on to 8-0 with a Chiefs Spirit Day!!

NO SCHOOL TOMORROW Professional Development Day for Teachers

Fall Parties & Costume Parade tomorrow! We invite all Apollo Families to join us to watch our Fall Parade! Parking is available at Apollo, EHS, and EMS parking lots. Students are encouraged to dress up in costumes and join in the parade, however, participation is completely voluntary. Parents are asked to sit in the bleachers, available folding chairs, or stand around the perimeter of the gym. Students will parade through the Gym for all to see! Picture opportunities will be available following the parade. Parties will start immediately following the parade. If you are planning to take your student(s) home following the party, please sign out with your student(s) teacher or the office. Please see the flyer for more information from Mr. C.

Picture Retake Day! Tuesday October 22nd. If your student missed picture day on 9/11 we have packets to send home, or you can follow the link www.strawbridge.net, click Order Pictures, and enter the code FM456582. If your student was here for picture day, but you'd like them to retake their pictures on the 22nd, please send back the original packet they came home with.

The Scholastic Book Fair is here!! Today and Tomorrow, students will preview the Book Fair and make their wish lists. Starting Monday, October 14th-15th, students will be able to shop the Book Fair during their designated Library times. The Book Fair will also be open during conferences. It will close early on Thursday the 17th at 5:00pm.

Apollo Building Engineers ROCK!!! Liz, Albert, and Marlena- We can't thank you enough for keeping our school in order. Thank you for all you do each and every day.

PAW Shop is coming Oct 11th! Check out this preview. Price sheets and envelopes will be coming home soon.

The Apollo PTO Fun Run is FRIDAY!