written by David Núñez, Head of School

Dear GRS Community,

Happy Fall, everyone! The school year is in full swing!

One of our biggest highlights so far has been the success of this year’s fall Key Experiences, with Elementary still wrapping up theirs. As always, these trips came with challenges, but our staff and students rose to the occasion, making them incredibly formative. We’ll be reflecting on how to enhance these experiences for the future, and I welcome any feedback from the community. A huge thank you to our students, staff, and families for helping bring these experiences to life!

You may have noticed that last year’s MCA scores are now available on the MN Report Card, alongside other schools in the state. Like many schools, we saw a post-pandemic dip in scores, but our focus on student well-being and academic recovery continues. We remain committed to supporting students socially, emotionally, and academically, offering increased SEL and academic resources to help them thrive. Individual MCA score reports have arrived at the school and will be mailed home soon.

As we wrap up National Hispanic Heritage Month, it’s a great time to reflect on the vital role Hispanic people play in American history and celebrate their contributions. I encourage everyone to continue exploring and celebrating this important history with your families.

Don’t forget about Great River’s Harvest Fest on October 26th! It's a wonderful celebration for Great River families and such a great opportunity for us all to get together and build community.

Please feel free to reach out with any questions or suggestions.

Wishing you all a wonderful Fall!

Peace,
David