Community building events

Gordon students benefit when their parents and caregivers are connected with one another and with the school. With that in mind, Gordon parents and caregivers come together throughout the year in a variety of informal events, on campus and off.

Those events have already begun with the series of meetups arranged by grade representatives prior to the start of school. As the year plays out, more will be shared through the Thursday Gordon News or through emails from the GCA, Gordon’s volunteer organization.

Other school-wide community building events to get on your calendars now:

GCA road trip to see Boston Legacy

Sunday, September 20th at 2pm 
Centreville Bank Stadium, Pawtucket
Celebrating the inaugural season of the Women's National Soccer League by cheering on the Boston Legacy FC as they take on the Houston Dash. Free ticket offer at www.gordonschool.org/legacy.

GCA Green and White Spirit days

Wednesday, October 21st, 3:30-5pm
Wednesday, February 24th, 3:30-5pm
Wednesday, May 19th, 3:30-5pm
At the end of each season, Gordon’s athletics department partners with the GCA to celebrate Gator spirit. Wear your Gordon gear and show up to cheer on Middle School athletics teams on this fun-filled, good vibe afternoon!

GCA faculty and staff appreciation days

Friday, October 23rd and Friday, February 26th
The GCA organizes a generous buffet for teachers on conference days.
Please consider contributing a dish to a GCA sponsored luncheon from 11:00-1:30 or helping with set up or breakdown.
Gordon also participates in National Faculty and Staff Appreciation Week, which begins Monday, May 3rd.

Trunk-or-Treat

Saturday, October 24th, 5:30pm
Preview the Halloween fun with a car-decorating contest in Gordon's parking lot. Prizes, treats, and dazzling costumes will be in abundance.

GCA Book Fair

December 8th, 9th and 10th
Book Fair is like a pop-up bookstore and then some! New books are on sale, used books find new homes, and a thoughtfully curated series of visiting authors lead workshops with students that are often open to parents as well.

GCA caregiver night out

Friday, January 8th, 6:30-9pm
Destination to be determined
Kick back with music and friends as the opening months of the school year come to a finish. There is no cover charge and no dress code. Drinks and light food will be available to purchase

Providence Children’s Film Festival movie night

Friday, January 15th, 6:00-7:15pm
Doors open at 5:30pm
Gordon has been a supporter of the Providence Children’s Film Festival for many years, and we are thrilled to host them for a preview of their February festival lineup. Appropriate for all ages. Doors open at 5:30pm. Bring a blanket, pillow, small lawn chairs if you want them, and a picnic dinner!

GCA Skate Night

Thursday, February 25th, 5:30-7:30pm
United Skates of America, Rumford
Gordon families will have the rink to themselves for these two hours! Parents and kids lace up their skates (rollerblades too!) and show off their skills around the roller rink. RSVP at www.gordonschool.org/skate

Grandfriends’ Day

Friday, May 7th, 9am to noon
Friends and extended family get a taste of the Gordon experience by sharing a morning with students in their classrooms. Learn more at www.gordonschool.org/grandfriends

Carnival

Saturday, May 22nd, 10am to 2pm
The Gordon Carnival dates back to 1957, a history that spans over half of Gordon’s age! Staples include crafts, activities, bouncy houses, cotton candy and more.

Annual meeting

Wednesday, May 27th, 5:30pm
Everyone is invited to attend this gathering that includes a recognition of GCA volunteers, outgoing trustees, and the full vote on the slate of officers and trustees nominated to Gordon’s Board of Trustees for the following school year. The RSVP will be at www.gordonschool.org/annualmeeting as the date approaches.

Bike to School and Gordon Fund Rope Pull

Friday, May 28th
Families start off Field Day by biking into school, and caregivers are welcome to stay and participate in the second annual Gordon Fund Rope Pull (over by 9:15am).