While most of us were enjoying our weekend indoors, our amazing maintenance team was out in freezing temperatures, clearing snow from parking lots and sidewalks to make sure we could return safely today.
Their hard work often goes unnoticed, but it's the foundation that makes our school day possible. We literally couldn't function without them!
Thank you for your dedication, hard work, and commitment to keeping our school community safe! 🙏❄️
THANK YOU, Goddard Public Schools Maintenance Team!
While most of the community was staying warm inside, this incredible maintenance team was outside doing the hard work that makes a safe return to school possible.
On Sunday, January 25th, and again early Monday morning, January 26th, the USD 265 Facilities, Maintenance & Operations staff were out across the district clearing snow from parking lots, driveways, sidewalks, and entrances, ensuring school buildings are safe and accessible for students, staff, and families.
These moments from Clark Davidson Elementary School, Discovery Intermediate School, and Challenger Intermediate School are a snapshot of the pride, grit, and dedication behind the scenes. Snow storms do not stop this team from showing up, problem solving, and taking care of our schools.
Their work may happen before sunrise and behind the scenes, but its impact is felt by every student and staff member who walks through our doors. Thank you for going above and beyond for our #265Family!
We are so proud to announce that every grade level at CDS has officially earned 10 "Paws" for exhibiting outstanding behavior! Our students have been working diligently on our school wide expectations: being safe, respectful, and responsible.
To celebrate this collective achievement, we are hosting an All-School Pajama Day this Friday, January 16th. We want to congratulate all of our students for their hard work and for making our school such a positive place to learn. Please ensure that pajama choices are comfortable and appropriate for school and PE activities.
Way to go, Lions!
Building closed: December 22 - January 5; No classes or office hours during this time
Classes resume: Tuesday, January 6th
Here's to another amazing Educator Spotlight!
This month, we're thrilled to continue our Educator Spotlight series dedicated to celebrating the heart and soul of our district. As we celebrate them, you can show your gratitude to through the GIVE. GRATITUDE. GODDARD Campaign.
If Mrs. Harris' story moved you, imagine the impact we can make together. Your donation—matched dollar-for-dollar up to $25,000—empowers educators like Mrs. Harris and elevates student learning across the district.
This is Give. Gratitude. Goddard.
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🎉 HUGE CONGRATULATIONS! 🎉
We are thrilled to announce that 30 Innovative Teacher Grants were awarded to dedicated USD 265 educators across the District on Friday, December 5th, 2025! Here is just a sneak peak of some of the grants awarded. Visit https://www.facebook.com/goddardef to see pictures of all the Educators who received this year's Innovative Teacher Grants.
These grants will fund innovative projects, purchase cutting-edge resources, and create inspiring learning experiences for our USD 265 students. From STEM equipment to enhanced literacy materials, our teachers are bringing innovation into the classroom!
The Innovative Teacher Grant program is a direct result of the support generated throughout the year. The GIVE. GRATITUDE. GODDARD. campaign is one of the ways the GEF is able to raise funds that invest in the future of our students and the passion of our educators.
Let's celebrate these teachers and the amazing work they do every day!
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There’s never been a more powerful moment to Give. Gratitude. Goddard.
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See you on the ice!
