REGISTER FOR A BUS TODAY - Bus registration for the 2026–2027 school year is now open. All students who plan to ride a school bus next year must be registered in advance, including students enrolled in self-contained ESE programs. Families are encouraged to register as early as possible to help ensure a smooth start to the school year. Registration forms are available in Focus. For step-by-step instructions on how to complete the process, visit: www.duvalschools.org/busregistration
August 2025
Dear Parents and Guardians,
I hope this message finds you and your family well and enjoying a restful summer. As we prepare for an exciting new school year, I want to share a few important reminders to ensure a smooth and successful start for all our students.
First Day of School: Monday, August 11, 2025
To help your child start the year off positively, please make sure the following are in place:
Uniforms: All students are expected to be in proper school uniform on the first day.
Transportation: If your child will need bus transportation, please log into your Focus account and register as soon as possible.
Parent Focus Account: If you have not already, please set up your Parent Focus account to stay informed about your child's academic progress, attendance, and school updates.
Meet the Teacher Night
Join us on Thursday, August 7, 2025, from 5:00 to 7:00 PM for our annual Meet the Teacher Night. This is a great opportunity to visit classrooms, meet our dedicated staff, and get excited for the year ahead!
We are looking forward to a fantastic school year filled with learning, growth, and community. Thank you for your continued support and partnership.
Warm regards,
Annessia L. Powell
Principal
GRASP Academy Parent Newsletter
Date: December 16th, 2024
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A Big Thank You!
We would like to extend a heartfelt Thank You to everyone for their continued support. A special shout-out goes to our wonderful PTA for hosting the Santa Shop last week! The students had a fantastic time shopping and getting into the holiday spirit. Your dedication and hard work truly made it a memorable event for all.
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Food Drive Success!
A huge thank you to all our families for contributing to our food drive. Your generosity has been overwhelming, and we are excited to announce that the food drive has been a great success! We will continue collecting donations until Wednesday, December 18th, 2024. If you haven’t had a chance to donate yet, please consider contributing before the deadline.
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Polar Express Day - Friday, December 20th
We are excited to announce our upcoming Polar Express Day on Friday, December 20th! On this special day, students are encouraged to wear school-appropriate pajamas for a fun-filled day of holiday activities. Please remember, students must wear appropriate shoes for safety reasons.
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Thank you for your continued support and cooperation. We wish you and your family a wonderful holiday season!
Sincerely,
Good Afternoon GRASP Families,
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