This Week's Events
Monday, October 18th

Lower School Garden Club at 2:45 pm
The LS Garden Club will meet weekly on Mondays from 2:45 pm to 3:30 pm.
For more information, contact Karen McDermott at kmcdermott@gladesdayschool.com or Pat Kujawski at pkujawski@gladesdayschool.com.

Girls Soccer Practice Begins at 3:00 pm
Girls soccer practice begins at 3:00 pm for student-athletes in 6th-12th grade. Girls interested should meet on the soccer field at 2:50 pm with soccer cleats, shin guards, and be dressed in athletic clothing. For more information, contact Angee Lohmann at alohmann@gladesdayschool.com.

Junior Class Poinsettia Fundraiser Begins
October 18th - November 15th, the junior class will be selling poinsettias to raise funds for prom. Poinsettias will arrive at GDS on Thursday, December 2nd, and will be personally delivered on Friday, December 3rd. For more information, contact Shelli Bair at sbair@gladesdayschool.com.

Junior Parent Class Meeting at 6:30 pm
There will be a junior parent/guardian class meeting on Monday, October 18th, from 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm in the cafeteria to discuss prom information and the poinsettia fundraiser. For more information, contact Shelli Bair at sbair@gladesdayschool.com.

Tuesday, October 19th

FFA Dress-Down Day Fundraiser
Help raise money for FFA Week! All Lower and Upper School students, as well as faculty, are invited to wear an FFA or GDS t-shirt and jeans for $2 on Tuesday, October 19th. Money will be collected during 1st-period. Students dressing down who do not pay their dues will be issued a demerit.

Lower School Robotics Club at 2:45 pm
The Lower School Robotics Club will meet every Tuesday from 2:45 pm to 3:30 pm in the Media Center. For more information, contact Mandy Bedsole at mbedsole@gladesdayschool.com.

Gatorettes Practice at 2:45 pm
Gatorettes will practice every Tuesday from 2:45 pm to 3:30 pm.
For more information, contact Kristen Rimes at krimes@gladesdayschool.com.

Boys Soccer Practice Begins at 3:15 pm
Boys soccer practice begins at 3:15 pm for student-athletes in 6th-12th grade. For more information, contact Daniel Flores at danielflores561@icloud.com.

Varsity Volleyball vs. Trinity Christian at 5:00 pm (Away)
2021 FHSAA DISTRICT 13 VOLLEYBALL TOURNAMENT SEMIFINALS
Held at Lake Worth Christian School | Address: 7592 High Ridge Rd, Boynton Beach, FL 33426
Tickets are available online via GoFan ONLY. Click here to purchase tickets now.

Wednesday, October 20th

Wear Orange for Unity Day
WEAR AND SHARE ORANGE to show unity for kindness, acceptance, and inclusion and to send a visible message that no child should ever experience bullying. All students and faculty may wear an orange shirt with uniform bottoms.

Lower School Morning Devotions at 8:15 am
Students in PK3 through 5th grade will meet in the gym for devotions.

Lower School Math Club at 2:45 pm
Math Club will meet weekly on Wednesdays from 2:45 pm to 3:30 pm.
For more information, contact Karen McDermott at kmcdermott@gladesdayschool.com or Pat Kujawski at pkujawski@gladesdayschool.com.

Lower School Art Club at 2:45 pm
Art Club will meet weekly on Wednesdays from 2:45 pm to 3:30 pm.
For more information, contact Keli Marin at kmarin@gladesdayschool.com.

Middle School Football and Cheerleading Dinner at 4:30 pm
Middle School football parents will host a dinner for the MS football players and cheerleaders on October 20th at 4:30 pm in Tripp Hall. For more information, contact Amy Wilkins at awilkins@gladesdayschool.com.

Thursday, October 21st

Middle School Football vs. Berean Christian 4:00 pm (Away)
Address: 8350 Okeechobee Blvd, West Palm Beach, FL 33411

Varsity Volleyball vs. TBD at 7:00 pm (Away)
2021 FHSAA DISTRICT 13 VOLLEYBALL TOURNAMENT FINALS (PENDING SEMIFINAL WIN)
Held at Lake Worth Christian School | Address: 7592 High Ridge Rd, Boynton Beach, FL 33426
Tickets are available online via GoFan ONLY. Click here to purchase tickets now.

Friday, October 22nd
Varsity Football Game vs. Boca Raton Christian at 7:00 pm (Away)
Address: 470 NW 4th Ave, Boca Raton, FL 33432

Saturday, October 23rd
Drama Club Practice at 9:00 am
Alice in Wonderland practice will be held each Saturday in October from 9:00 am - 11:00 am. Practices will be held in the Drama Room. For more information, email April Maria at amaria@gladesdayschool.com.


Fall Festival at 5:00 pm
We will hold our annual fall festival in person at Glades Day School on Saturday, October 23rd, from 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm. Bidding for our Fall Festival Raffle Items and Cake Auction is now OPEN!
Upcoming Events & Announcements
Drama Club Practice - October 9th, 16th, 23rd, 30th
Alice in Wonderland practice will be held each Saturday in October from 9:00 am - 11:00 am. Practices will be held in the Drama Room. For more information, email April Maria at amaria@gladesdayschool.com.

Homecoming Spirit Week - October 25th to October 29th
Students will show their #GDSHOCO2021 school spirit with daily themed dress-down days.

Monday: Disney Day
Tuesday: Twin Day / Dynamic Duo
Wednesday: Color War Wednesday
Thursday: Throwback
Friday: Spirit Day


Lower School 4-H Wednesday - October 27th
Daniel Gonzalez will visit our Lower School students for 4-H Wednesday.

Chili Cook-Off - October 27th
The Chili Cook-Off will begin at 5:30 pm before the Powderpuff Game kicking off at 6:30 pm.

The Chili Cook-Off will take place behind the school in the parking lot in front of the practice field. Everyone is welcome to enter! The entry fee is $25.00. Registration can be completed online by clicking here. In order to enter, you MUST be there by 5:00 pm and bring your own serving utensils. The chili will be judged by a panel of adult judges. If you would like to be a judge, reach out to April Maria via email at amaria@gladesdayschool.com. After the chili has been judged, it will be on sale for $5 for a sampler or a bowl. Drinks and desserts will also be available for $2 each. Cash only.



Powderpuff Game - October 27th
The Powderpuff Game will kick off at 6:30 pm. For more information, contact April Maria at amaria@gladesdayschool.com.

Lower School Read for the Record - October 28th
Jumpstart's 16th annual Read for the Record is a high-visibility annual fall campaign engaging over
2 million participants who aim to:

1. Increase awareness about the critical importance and impact of early literacy

2. Make high-quality children's books accessible for all children

3. Provide support for Jumpstart for Young Children's work with early learners in underserved communities across the country

This year's book choice is "Amy Wu and the Patchwork Dragon" by Kat Zhang. It is a book about the celebration of cultural symbols, family, and self-affirmation.

Each Lower School teacher will be provided with a copy of this book to read aloud with their class on this date.

Gator Growl - October 28th
It's the biggest pep rally of the season! Join us at 7:00 pm in the gym for our traditional Gator Growl pep rally! For more information, contact Kerry. DesRochers at kdesrochers@gladesdayschool.com.

Lower School Trunk or Treat - October 29th
Lower School students will enjoy Trunk or Treat beginning at 11:30 am.

Homecoming Football Game - October 29th
Glades Day School vs. Palm Beach Prep @ 6:30 pm
The 2021 Homecoming Queen will be crowned during halftime!

9th-12th Grade Homecoming Dance - October 29th
Homecoming Dance tickets are $10 each and can be purchased in the Main Office beginning October 18, 2021. Payment may be made via check payable to Glades Day School or credit card by calling Mrs. Threlkeld at (561) 996-6769 ext. 26.

Students may invite a non-GDS student to attend Homecoming with them. Non-GDS guests must be in 9th-12th grade or not over 20 years old. Guest registration in the Main Office is required. All non-GDS guests must be approved by Glades Day School and will be required to submit a School ID or Driver's License. 

Students who would like to receive professional photographs by Greg Baltazar Photography need to complete a photography form and get in the photo line between 9:30 pm and 10:30 pm. Photography forms will be available in the Main Office and at the dance. Photo packages will be available for purchase. A link will be sent to those photographed with instructions to purchase. 

All dance attendees and parent/guardian(s) must read and sign the Homecoming Dance Permission Form before they are allowed to attend the dance. Permission forms are available in the Main Office or by clicking here. Failure to obey the rules will lead to disciplinary action.


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