Bethel Elementary School

For today's #NationalSchoolLunchWeek adventure, tell your student to be on the lookout for Italian options in the school cafeteria 🍝

Our elementary schoolers will be treated to cheesy Italian rice and meatballs, while our middle school students can look forward to a chicken spinach alfredo bake 😋 Take it from us: our cafeteria teams have really outdone themselves, today. Pair these with some grapes and a side salad for the ultimate Italian experience!

#NSLW #NSLW25 #SchoolLunchPassport #TasteTheWorld

We're back for the kickoff of #NationalSchoolLunchWeek 👨‍🍳 and today, we're taking our students on a culinary trip down to Mexico! 🌮

If you've got an Elementary or Middle schooler, they can look forward to a Mexican Street Cart Taco on the menu this morning, which pairs nicely with our Fiesta black beans 🫘

Remind your kiddos to pick up a passport and get it stamped in the lunch line! If they do this on each day of our Lunch Week celebration, they can be entered in a prize drawing on Friday.

#NSLW #NSLW25 #SchoolLunchPassport #TasteTheWorld

Dear GCPS Families and Staff, Our road assessment team has determined that several areas of Gloucester County are inaccessible this morning due to flooding. The king tides and nor’easter have exceeded predictions, resulting in higher-than-expected water levels across the county. Because of these conditions, Gloucester County Public Schools will be closed today (Monday, October 13th). Afternoon tides are expected to be higher than this morning, and our teams will continue to monitor reports and road conditions throughout the day. Thank you for your continued patience and understanding as we respond to these changing conditions.

Families, pack your bags for an around-the-world adventure that starts right in our school cafeterias! 🚋

From October 13-17, we're celebrating #NationalSchoolLunchWeek with the theme "Taste the World." Nutritious school meals are a labor of love, and when we all work together, they contribute to the health, well-being and academic success of our students.

Let's talk a bit about how it'll work. Next week, we've got an international theme that encourages kids to try out new flavors! We've made "passports" for our students, which they can pick up in their cafeteria. If they go through the lunch line and get their passport stamped each day, they can turn it in Friday to be entered in a prize drawing 🌎

We're excited to get cooking 🍳 See you at lunch, GCPS family!

#NSLW #NSLW25 #SchoolLunchPassport #TasteTheWorld

WEATHER UPDATE – MONDAY MORNING (2-Hour Delay). The safety of our students and staff remains our top priority. Due to impending coastal flooding from the nor’easter, Gloucester County Public Schools will operate on a 2-hour delay Monday morning. • Flood Warning: Water is expected to be over some roadways, particularly in low-lying areas. • Safety Assessment: County and school division crews need additional time to assess road conditions and ensure safe travel for buses and staff. • Weather Conditions: Persistent onshore winds may continue to cause minor to moderate tidal flooding through the morning. We will continue to monitor weather and road conditions throughout the day and provide updates as needed. Please allow extra travel time and avoid flooded areas whenever possible. Stay safe!

🍎✨ Happy World Teachers’ Day! ✨🍎
Today, we celebrate the heart of education—our amazing teachers! 💙 Your dedication, creativity, and care inspire students every day and help shape brighter futures.

Thank you for all you do to make a difference in the lives of our students. 🌟
#WorldTeachersDay #ThankYouTeachers #GCPSProud

Dear GCPS Families,
This morning, updated flood models and new rainfall and river-gauge data have increased the projected risk of flooding in our area. To keep our students and staff safe, we are adjusting today’s dismissal schedule.

What Has Changed
• Forecasts now call for heavier rainfall across areas feeding into local creeks and rivers.
• River-gauge readings show rising water levels reaching thresholds for early flooding.
• The National Weather Service has issued updated flash-flood warnings for low-lying areas, particularly near bridges and roadways.
• Rain totals are expected to exceed earlier projections, with flooding risks arriving earlier in the day—during normal dismissal hours.

Adjusted Dismissal Times for Today
• Middle & High Schools: 12:15 PM
• Elementary Schools: 1:30 PM

What Families Should Do
• Please plan for earlier pickup times.
• Bus routes may be altered or delayed; check with your school or transportation coordinator.
• Walkers and parent pick-ups should avoid flood-prone routes.
• Continue to monitor GCPS communications (email, text alerts, website) for updates.

Thank you for your flexibility and understanding. The safety of our students, staff, and community remains our highest priority.

Sincerely,
Gloucester County Public Schools

Please read this important information regarding changes to school meals.

🍽️☀️ Summer Meal Pickup Reminder! Last Pick Up! ☀️🍽️
For families who registered, summer meal pickups will take place at Page Middle School TODAY:
📅 August 7
Thank you for participating in the GCPS Summer Meals Program!
#GCPSMeals #Summer #GCPSCommunity

🍽️☀️ Summer Meal Pickup Reminder! ☀️🍽️
For families who registered, summer meal pickups will take place at Page Middle School on the following Thursdays:
📅 July 31
📅 August 7
Thank you for participating in the GCPS Summer Meals Program!
#GCPSMeals #Summer #GCPSCommunity

Student Meal Update for 2025-26

🍽️☀️ Summer Meal Pickup Reminder! ☀️🍽️
For families who registered, summer meal pickups will take place at Page Middle School on the following Thursdays:
📅 July 24, 31
📅 August 7
Thank you for participating in the GCPS Summer Meals Program!
#GCPSMeals #Summer #GCPSCommunity

🎉 Updated and confirmed! 🎉
We were so excited to share our Open House dates that we got ahead of ourselves and left out a few important details. Here’s the full, finalized schedule so you can mark your calendars with confidence! ✏️📚
Be on the lookout for more info from your student’s school coming soon! #GCPS

🍽️☀️ Summer Meal Pickup Reminder! ☀️🍽️ For families who registered, summer meal pickups will take place at Page Middle School on the following Thursdays: 📅 July 17, 24, 31 📅 August 7 Thank you for participating in the GCPS Summer Meals Program! #GCPSMeals #Summer #GCPSCommunity

🍽️☀️ Summer Meal Pickup Reminder! ☀️🍽️
For families who registered, summer meal pickups will take place at Page Middle School on the following Thursdays:
📅 July 10, 17, 24, 31
📅 August 7
Thank you for participating in the GCPS Summer Meals Program!
#GCPSMeals #Summer #GCPSCommunity

Call 804-693-6081 to register for Sun Meals! This is a great opportunity for children 18 and under to get 7 days of breakfast and lunch.

📚🍎 Happy Teacher Appreciation Week! 🎉✏️ May 5th–9th From all of us at Gloucester County Public Schools, THANK YOU to our amazing teachers for the passion, dedication, and heart you bring into every classroom. You inspire, uplift, and shape the future—one student at a time. 💙 Let’s celebrate the difference teachers make every day! #TeacherAppreciationWeek #ThankATeacher #GCPSProud #WeLoveOurTeachers