Granville T Woods Academy of Innovation Charter School

Decisions, decisions, decisions... choosing your child's school can feel like one of the most important decisions in your child's life.

There are so many things to consider. While it can be tempting to try for a school that’s on the top of everyone’s list, first make sure the school meets your practical needs. For instance, if you have to be at work at 8:30 and school starting time is 9:00 — with no early-morning care — that may be a deal breaker. By the same token, if there’s no bussing, but the school is 10 miles away, it may not be a good fit for your family. Finally, if it’s difficult or impossible for you to send your child to school with a lunch, ask if the school provides one and how much it costs (public schools all offer a free lunch for families who qualify).

Well, if it's great teacher to student ratios, before and after care, bus transportation, after school/extracurriculars, and free lunches, LOOK NO FURTHER!! Go to www.gtwacademy.com, and APPLY TODAY! K THRU 8! STEM PROGRAM! TECHNOLOGY FOR EVERY STUDENT!!! Visit www.gtwacademy.com and apply NOW!!!!
*Seating is limited

Greetings Bobcats, and Future Bobcats as well.

The transition to Kindergarten can certainty be difficult at times. Well, here are few tips that aren’t usually top-of-mind for parents as their kids enter kindergarten:

Routine bedtime. Scholars begin school early, many before 8 a.m., and maybe earlier. It is very important that your child has a routine bedtime. Their day is filled with rigorous learning and activities that require a full night’s sleep.

Practicing their first and last names. This may seem small, but it is important for your child to know their first and last name, not a nickname. Many parents may have called their child(ren) by a nickname since birth. It’s time to begin calling your scholar by the name on their school documents, and have them identify it.

ABC’s. It is recommended that scholars know their alphabet before starting kindergarten. This helps decrease confusion and increase comprehension.

30 minutes of reading time. Begin to read to your child daily for at least 30 minutes. Make sure your scholar is sitting up and paying attention. Stop and ask questions. This is to enhance your child’s sitting and listening skills.

Counting. It is recommended students know how to count to 20.

Being Independent. Begin to have your scholar put on their own clothes. This includes zipping up pants, tying shoes, wiping their nose, and putting on a jacket.

Eat with your child daily. As you are eating, practice opening containers, condiment packets, and opening their own food. This will help during lunch time.

Writing. Scholars should be able to write some letters. Allow your scholar to trace on plain paper. Also, allow them to write you a story once or twice a week. The writing does not matter – it’s all about creativity and exposure to writing.

Using words. If your scholar is used to pointing at things that they want, begin to have them use words. This helps with social skills.
Motor skills. Practice holding pencils, crayons, scissors, and glue with your child. These items are used daily.

Lastly fellow Parent, starting in kindergarten, be a partner with your child’s teacher and school. Students can excel academically if there is structure and support, plus social interaction!

Visit www.gtwacademy.com to enroll TODAY!

SPRING IS HERE!! TIME TO PREPARE FOR KINDERGARTEN!!! GranvilleTWoods is currently accepting applications for the 2022-23 School year!

Now is the time to apply!! Visit www.gtwacademy.com, go to the AdmissIons tab, and begin! ,

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Greetings Bobcat family!!
If you have a student who'd like to compete in sports, and maybe missed sign ups for GTW Bobcat athletics, well here is an AWESOME option for your budding athlete!! Girls and boys, Elementary and Middle school students can participate!!! Flag Football, Track and Field, Basketball and more!! They even have financial assistance available to help with, or even cover your Athletes fees!!**

Sign up TODAY!!!!!!! Or call 901.305.6515 for more information.

**Financial assistance provided thru "Every Kid Sports"

Please note "Every Kid Sports", and PAL are not entities of GTW.

https://www.memphisshelbypal.org/

Home The mission of the Sheriff's & Police Activities League of Memphis and Shelby County, TN (MSPAL) is to prevent juvenile crime and violence through positive relationship building amongst kids, cops and communities that promotes excellence in both sportsmanship and mentoring.

Just a few more to spread holiday cheer.

Our little ones loved telling Santa all about their holiday wishes!

Our youngest Innovators celebrated the holiday season with a visit from Santa, Mrs Clause and a wondeful walk through the north pole on the polar express courtesy of Ms Copp, Ms Payne , and Ms Smith. Here are a few pics.

The GTW family wishes you and your loved ones a Happy Thanksgiving.

These are the times where gratitude-the heart of Thanksgiving- is most important. GTW is thankful for many things: our bright and enthusiastic Innovators, our engaged and hard working teachers and staff, our committed board of directors and the support of our parents and other stakeholders.We are truly thankful for you and everything that you do.

Fourth Grade Spelling Bee Winners!

We are so proud of all of our Innovators who took part in our inaugural spelling bee. The competition was heated and our Innovators were excited. We look forward to our Winter competition. A special thank you to Ms Payne and Ms Smith for all of their hardwork in organizing this event. Now, for the winners! Check out the photos.

Wow! We have enjoyed an awesome spirit week filled with lots of activities. Here are a few pictures from Decades Day!

GTW walked today to bring awareness to breast cancer and to honor our teachers, staff members, family and friends who are survivors, are currently fighting against or who have lost their battle against this disease. In addition to the walk, our Innnovators donated money to help fund the research that is needed for a cure. We are

Greetings Bobcat Families!!! What an awesome day it was here at GTW!!! A bit of our time today was used to introduce our Innovators to Local and State Law Enforcement. The goal is to teach, and introduce them to who protects citizens' rights. This exercise helps in the development of police as role models, and the enhancement of support for rules and laws to the community.
A special THANK YOU to our Finest: Shelby County Sheriff's Officers, Millington Police Department, and our Tennessee State Troopers for stopping by to spend time w our Innovators. We thank them for all that they do for our safety!!!

GTW Family, there will be no morning buses. The buses will run this afternoon for dismissal.

GTW FAMILY, DUE TO POWER OUTAGES WE ARE DELAYIMG THE START OF SCHOOL UNTIL 9:00 AM. WE APOLOGIZE FOR ANY INCONVENIENCE. WE WILL UPDATE WITH IF ANYTHING CHANGES.

GTW FAMILY, DUE TO POWER OUTAGES WE ARE DELAYIMG THE START OF SCHOOL UNTIL 9:00 AM. WE APOLOGIZE FOR ANY INCONVENIENCE. WE WILL UPDATE WITH IF ANYTHING CHANGES.

Greeting Bobcat Families!!
School starts August 4th, and NOW is the time to get connected!
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GTW Family, It's back to school time! We are hosting Parent/Student Orientations July 13-15, from 6pm-7pm each day. We encourage you to come and hear about all of the new and exciting things that are waiting on your Innovator this year! There will be fun, food and prizes. Check your email for your innovator's orientation day.

GTW Family, It's back to school time! We are hosting Parent/Student Orientations July 13-15, from 6pm-7pm each day. We encourage you to come and hear about all of the new and exciting things that are waiting on your Innovator this year! There will be fun, food and prizes. Check your email for your innovator's orientation day.

GTW Family, It's back to school time! We are hosting Parent/Student Orientations July 13-15, from 6pm-7pm each day. We encourage you to come and hear about all of the new and exciting things that are waiting on your Innovator this year! There will be fun, food and prizes. Check your email for your innovator's orientation day.

GTW Family, It's back to school time! We are hosting Parent/Student Orientations July 13-15, from 6pm-7pm each day. We encourage you to come and hear about all of the new and exciting things that are waiting on your Innovator this year! There will be fun, food and prizes.

GTW Family, It's back to school time! We are hosting Parent/Student Orientations July 13-15, from 6pm-7pm each day. We encourage you to come and hear about all of the new and exciting things that are waiting on your Innovator this year! There will be fun, food and prizes. Check your email for your innovator's orientation day.

GTW Family, It's back to school time! We are hosting Parent/Student Orientations July 13-15, from 6pm-7pm each day. We encourage you to come and hear about all of the new and exciting things that are waiting on your Innovator this year! There will be fun, food and prizes. Check your email for your innovator's orientation day.

GTW Family, It's back to school time! We are hosting Parent/Student Orientations July 13-15, from 6pm-7pm each day. We encourage you to come and hear about all of the new and exciting things that are waiting on your Innovator this year! There will be fun, food and prizes. Check your email for your innovator's orientation day.

GTW Family, It's back to school time! We are hosting Parent/Student Orientations July 13-15, from 6pm-7pm each day. We encourage you to come and hear about all of the new and exciting things that are waiting on your Innovator this year! There will be fun, food and prizes.

GTW Family, It's back to school time! We are hosting Parent/Student Orientations July 13-15, from 6pm-7pm each day. We encourage you to come and hear about all of the new and exciting things that are waiting on your Innovator this year! There will be fun, food and prizes. Check your email for your innovator's orientation day.

GTW Family, It's back to school time! We are hosting Parent/Student Orientations July 13-15, from 6pm-7pm each day. We encourage you to come and hear about all of the new and exciting things that are waiting on your Innovator this year! There will be fun, food and prizes. Check your email for your innovator's orientation day.

GTW Family, It's back to school time! We are hosting Parent/Student Orientations July 13-15, from 6pm-7pm each day. We encourage you to come and hear about all of the new and exciting things that are waiting on your Innovator this year! There will be fun, food and prizes. Check your email for your innovator's orientation day.

GTW Family, It's back to school time! We are hosting Parent/Student Orientations July 13-15, from 6pm-7pm each day. We encourage you to come and hear about all of the new and exciting things that are waiting on your Innovator this year! There will be fun, food and prizes.

GTW Family, It's back to school time! We are hosting Parent/Student Orientations July 13-15, from 6pm-7pm each day. We encourage you to come and hear about all of the new and exciting things that are waiting on your Innovator this year! There will be fun, food and prizes. Check your email for your innovator's orientation day.