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Dear Duval Families,
We are committed to ensuring the safety of our students and staff at all Duval County Public Schools. To help maintain a secure environment during the school day, Extended Day, and after-school activities, we are reinforcing our visitor safety procedures and ask for your continued cooperation.
Visitor Safety Procedures:
Valid Identification Required: All visitors must present a valid photo ID (e.g., driver’s license, state ID, or passport) upon entering any school campus. Access will not be granted without a valid ID.
Brief Screening Questions: Visitors will be asked a few questions regarding the purpose of their visit to ensure a safe and secure environment.
Individual Entry Protocol: To maintain compliance with these procedures, please do not hold the door open for others entering behind you. Each visitor must check in individually at the front office.
Badge Pass Sticker: Upon check-in, your valid ID will be used to issue a badge pass sticker, which must be worn visibly at all times on campus. Failure to display the sticker will result in being asked to leave.
To help you understand what to expect during your visit, you can watch this helpful video.
These measures are designed to prioritize the safety of your children and our school community. We appreciate your cooperation and understanding as we work together to keep our schools secure.
If you have any questions, please contact your school’s front office or visit our district website for more information.
Thank you for your support.
Best,
Duval County Public Schools
We are committed to ensuring the safety of our students and staff at all Duval County Public Schools. To help maintain a secure environment during the school day, Extended Day, and after-school activities, we are reinforcing our visitor safety procedures and ask for your continued cooperation.
Visitor Safety Procedures:
Valid Identification Required: All visitors must present a valid photo ID (e.g., driver’s license, state ID, or passport) upon entering any school campus. Access will not be granted without a valid ID.
Brief Screening Questions: Visitors will be asked a few questions regarding the purpose of their visit to ensure a safe and secure environment.
Individual Entry Protocol: To maintain compliance with these procedures, please do not hold the door open for others entering behind you. Each visitor must check in individually at the front office.
Badge Pass Sticker: Upon check-in, your valid ID will be used to issue a badge pass sticker, which must be worn visibly at all times on campus. Failure to display the sticker will result in being asked to leave.
To help you understand what to expect during your visit, you can watch this helpful video.
These measures are designed to prioritize the safety of your children and our school community. We appreciate your cooperation and understanding as we work together to keep our schools secure.
If you have any questions, please contact your school’s front office or visit our district website for more information.
Thank you for your support.
Best,
Duval County Public Schools
Join us for Open House
Join Garden City Church of God for a free Backpack Giveaway on August 2, 2025. Starting at 10:30 am.
We’re excited to announce that Garden City Elementary will begin transitioning to school uniforms! Uniforms help students feel a sense of belonging, reduce distractions, and start the day with confidence, as well as make mornings easier for families. For $50.00, you receive 4 polo shirts and a full-color spirit shirt. We will also have jackets and sweatshirts. We have new Garden City Swag! Students may wear khaki, black, and jean bottoms on Friday. Sizes available from XS (4)-XL (18). Order now!
📚🐝 Welcome to Kindergarten! 🐝📚
Garden City Elementary is buzzing with excitement as we welcome our newest Stinger Bees! 🐝💛
Here’s Averii with Principal Carr, ready to start an amazing journey of learning, laughter, and new friendships. 🎒✨
We’re so proud to be a part of your first steps in school — it's going to "bee" a great year! 🍎📖
#WelcomeToKindergarten #StingerBees #GardenCityElementary #KindergartenReady #GCEBuzzingWithPride
We’re excited to announce that Garden City Elementary will begin transitioning to school uniforms! Uniforms help students feel a sense of belonging, reduce distractions, and start the day with confidence, as well as make mornings easier for families. For $50.00, you receive 4 polo shirts and a full-color spirit shirt. We will also have jackets and sweatshirts. We have new Garden City Swag! Students may wear khaki, black, and jean bottoms on Friday. Sizes available from XS (4)-XL (18). Order now!
Students may wear khaki, black, and jean bottoms on Friday. Ordering info coming soon.
Garden City has an amazing Boys and Girls Club aftercare program. It’s time to prove we are number one. We need your help to vote for our school’s Boys and Girls Club Annual Awards for best Club of the Year and Director of the Year. Voting closes July 25th, so vote now.
VOTING LINK
https://forms.gle/Kp2HePjZcJLD7Wjn7
📚✏️ School Supply Lists Are Now Available! 🎒🖍️
Get ready for an amazing school year at Garden City Elementary! 🐝
Make sure your child is prepared by checking out their grade-level school supply list today!
📄 Find the full list here, on our website or stop by the front office.
🛍️ Grab your supplies early to avoid the rush!
Let’s start the year off strong—One Team, One Dream: Together We Win! 💛🖤
#BackToSchool #StingerBees #SchoolReady #OneTeamOneDream
📣🏈 Mark Your Calendars! 🏈📣
Join us for our Back to School Orientation at Garden City Elementary – Home of the Stinger Bees 🐝!
🗓️ Date: Friday, August 8th, 2025
🕐 Time: 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
📍 Location: Garden City Elementary
Get ready to kick off a winning school year! 🐝
✅ Meet your teacher
👕 Order school uniforms
🎒 Drop off school supplies
🏟️ Join PTA
Let’s huddle up and score big this school year—One Team, One Dream! 🏆
#BackToSchool #OneTeamOneDream #StingerBees #GCEOrientation #TeamGCE
✏️📓🖍️Supply lists will be posted next week for our early shoppers!
❤️🤍💙 This is a friendly reminder that there is NO SCHOOL on Monday, May 26th, in observance of Memorial Day. We hope everyone has a safe, happy and healthy 3-day weekend.
The 5th Grade Sneaker Ball will take place Friday, May 23rd at 7 pm in the Garden City Cafeteria.
Earn a free book from Barnes & Noble this Summer. Check out this fantastic opportunity.
Yearbooks are here! They are $25.00
The 5th Grade Promotional Ceremony will take place on May 23 at 9:00 am in the Garden City Cafeteria. Doors will open at 8:45 am. Following the ceremony all students will remain on the stage until checked out by parents. We look forward to seeing you there.
Greetings Stinger Bee Family!! We need your help to replenish our school store for the students' final shopping experience of the year. You may use the link below or you may also drop off any items to the school that you feel students would love.
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1W0EV2A58TSRM?ref_=wl_share
Next week is Teacher Appreciation Week, May 5-9. It's time to celebrate our teachers and show them some love. A calendar was sent home earlier this week. Thank you, families, for all you do.
3rd – 5th Parent Invitation: Testing Encouragement Opportunity
Dear Garden City Families, As F.A.S.T. testing begins next week, we are creating a special way to lift our students’ spirits and help them feel supported. We know how powerful a few encouraging words can be in helping our students feel confident, propelling them forward to perform their best and succeed. We would like to invite you to stop by the school to write a short motivational message to your child. These notes will be displayed in the hallways near your child’s homeroom on Monday morning. This will serve as a personal and special boost from home to encourage them before testing Tuesday May, 6. 🗓️ Visit Us During One of These Times: Friday, May 2 from 3:30-5:30 and Monday, May 4 from 3:30-5:30 📍 Location: 4th and 5th grade (3rd Hall) 3rd grade (2nd Hall) You’ll have access to makers. There is no need to bring anything. We encourage heartfelt notes that remind your child how proud you are of their hard work and to always try their best. Let’s work together to fill our students with confidence, courage, and Stinger Bee spirit and pride! Thank you all!
Family Engagement’s Parent Academy program offers webinars in the areas of student achievement, parenting & advocacy, and personal and individual growth. These webinars are free and designed for you and the families you serve. To view the full spring 2025 catalog and register for webinars, visit duvalschools.org/ParentAcademy and select the digital catalog.
If you have any questions, please email FamilyEngagment@duvalschools.org.
