
Georgia Matthews Elementary School is this week's Superintendent's School of the Week. Here are some things to know about Principal Michelle Kent:
How long have you been the principal at your current school?
“This is my 4th year as principal at Georgia Matthews.”
What led you to teaching and what prompted your decision to become a principal?
“I always knew I wanted to be a teacher. My mom says that since I was little I would tell people ‘quiero ser maestra’ that means I want to be a teacher in Spanish. As I started teaching, I knew I wanted to be at a level to make a big difference in our schools and that lead me to become a principal.”
What is one of your hidden talents?
“I'm fluent in Spanish! When someone sees that my last name is Kent then I start to speak in Spanish, they are always surprised!”
How do you show your school spirit?
“I celebrate my panthers all the time! We have shout-outs for people that do a great job! We have Panther Point Parties to celebrate good behavior and choices! We have Goal Crusher Parties for students who reach their math and reading goal each quarter!”
Where did you work in the summers/during college?
“I worked at the Office of Education and Innovations at K-State.”


We are excited to announce that Georgia Matthews Elementary School has been selected as this week's Superintendent's School of the Week! Look for more posts about the exciting things happening at Georgia Matthews.
Each week Dr. Dominguez will select a school to feature and we'll share information about staff, upcoming events at the school, recognition they've received, and more.


There will be no school Friday, January 27 for all students. Classes resume Monday, January 30.


Check out what’s on the menu this week!
*Menu subject to change.
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Check out what’s on the menu this week!
*Menu subject to change.
To view the full menu visit: gckschools.nutrislice.com


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Check out what’s on the menu this week!
*Menu subject to change.
To view the full menu visit: gckschools.nutrislice.com


Weather can be a major concern for parents, staff, and students this time of year. Please review the USD 457 Winter Weather Procedures below.


🧠 GCHS Scholar's Bowl competes at home today


Find many of our commonly used links here: https://linktr.ee/Gckschools

🤼 GCHS Wrestling teams compete at Ulysses today


Middle School sports today:
🏀 KHMS Girls Basketball at home
🏀 HGMS Girls Basketball at Great Bend



If you missed last night's Board of Education meeting, you can read the recap here: http://www.gckschools.com/.../board_of_education_meeting....
Minutes from the meeting will be available after they've been approved at the next meeting.
You can watch the recorded meeting at youtu.be/IMKfBFFYoUY.