Gateway Elementary School

10/10/2026

Before heading out for Fall Break, our teachers had an incredible day of learning with CT3! We explored strategies to increase student engagement and strengthen instruction, while experiencing firsthand how coaching helps us measure engagement and create meaningful learning opportunities for every student. Transformational teacher testimonies reminded us of the power of growth and coaching!

We wrapped up the day with Jackson’s Joy Ride with snacks and treats! 💚

10/10/2026

🎉 Celebrating Our Multilingual Learner Graduates! 🎉

This week, we proudly celebrated
our multilingual learners who have officially exited English Learner (EL) status! This milestone represents their hard work, perseverance, and growth as they continue to shine as scholars at Gateway.

Help us congratulate our scholars and their teachers on this exciting achievement!

10/06/2026

Great opportunity for families! Mark your calendar for a food box pickup.

10/06/2026

🌟 Let’s nominate Mrs. Trinikka! 🌟
Our wonderful Mrs. Trinikka is not only Gateway’s amazing Bookkeeper, but she also serves as our Afterschool Lead. She is one of those people who keeps so many things moving behind the scenes while always making sure our students, families, and staff are cared for.
If you know Mrs. Trinikka, you know that she brings consistency, care, and a willingness to jump in wherever she is needed. She truly helps make Gateway a better place every day!
If you believe Mrs. Trinikka deserves to be recognized as the MNPS Support Employee of the Year, please take a few minutes to nominate her! ❤️
📝 Nominations are due to by October 19. You do NOT have to answer every question on the form. Simply share what you feel best represents Mrs. Trinikka and the impact she makes!

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10/04/2026

Check out this week's Hootmai:

Hootmail 2026-2027

10/01/2026

🦉✨ Celebrating Our Gateway Employees of the Year! ✨🦉

We are so proud to celebrate two incredible members of our Gateway family!

🌟 Teacher of the Year — Mrs. Beth Frazier

Our Multilingual Learner Teacher, Mrs. Frazier, brings dedication, compassion, and a commitment to ensuring every scholar is known, supported, and challenged. Her work helps our multilingual learners find their voice and thrive!

💚 Support Employee of the Year — Mrs. Trinikka Ruffin

Our Bookkeeper, Mrs. Ruffin, is the definition of dependable, dedicated, and always willing to help. She keeps so many of the behind-the-scenes pieces moving and does it with a heart for Gateway and our Gamily!

Please join us in congratulating Mrs. Frazier and Mrs. Ruffin! 🎉

Gateway is better because of YOU! 🦉💚

10/01/2026

🚀 STEM Learning Beyond the Classroom! 🔬

Our 5th graders had an incredible STEM experience at the Adventure Science Center! We love seeing our students put their curiosity to work, ask questions, solve problems, and make connections between what they learn in the classroom and the world around them.

10/01/2026

🎶 3rd Grade STEM Field Trip 🎶

Our 3rd graders visited the Country Music Hall of Fame for an exciting STEM learning experience!

Students explored the connections between science, technology, engineering, and mathematics and the world of music while engaging in hands-on learning and discovering how creativity and innovation shape the music industry.

09/27/2026

Kindergarten and first grade students are applying their knowledge of geometric and organic shapes by making collages inspired on Henri Matisse’s collages.

09/25/2026

Love seeing our Owls learning alongside our CT3 Coach, Dr. Bender!

And our EL teachers leading professional development around co-teaching!

Great things are happening at Gateway!