Principal's Message - 08.11.2025

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Hello Gilbert H. Hood Families,

 

Here are just a few reminders and quick items to share:

 

Building Tours

Students from our National Junior Honor Society are providing building tours for families who are interested.

  • Tuesday, August 12, 9:00 am-12:00 pm

  • Thursday, August 14, 12:00 pm-3:00 pm

No appointment necessary. Stop by during one of the above listed time windows.

 

Meet & Greet - August 22

We invite you to join us for a “Meet and Greet” on Friday, August 22, from 10:00 to 11:30 a.m. This is a casual drop-in event where students and their families can explore the school, locate their team area, and meet some of their teachers, as well as connect with other families who are new to our community. We understand that everyone has busy schedules, so feel free to drop in for a few moments to connect and say hello.

 

Fall Sports Tryouts

Tryouts start on the first day of school, August 25, from 2-4pm for all fall sports. All paperwork needs to be completed and brought with students.  Additional information can be found here: link.  If you have any questions, please contact Athletic Director Danielle Paradis (dparadis@sau10.org).

 

Arrival & Dismissal Procedures 

Step-by-step details for the our arrival and dismissal processes, as well as an illustrative map, were sent to families via ParentSquare.   Please note that the general flow of traffic is ONE-WAY around the school, in a counter clockwise direction. In addition, there is limited two-way traffic available in the front of the building.  Please follow the posted signage and pavement markings.  

Arrival and Dismissal Times:

  • Students may begin entering the building at 7:10 a.m.

  • Dismissal begins at 1:50 p.m.

 

Upcoming Dates:

  • August 12: GHH tours, 9:00-12:00

  • August 14: GHH tours, 12:00-3:00

  • August 22: Meet & Greet, 10:00-11:30

  • August 25: First day of school

  • August 25-28: Fall Sports Tryouts, 2:00-4:00

  • September 9: PTSA Meeting, 6:00

  • September 11: Fall Open House, 6:00-8:00

  • September 12: Picture Day

  • September 24: Early Release Day