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Dear Great Falls ES Families,

Believe it or not, there are only eight weeks left until school is out for the summer!  Our team is beginning the thoughtful process of creating next year’s class lists, and we welcome your participation as we plan for next fall.

Our staff members spend significant time reflecting on the school year and discussing the students they have come to know so well. This work is careful and thorough, focused on building balanced, positive communities rather than simply assigning students to specific teachers.

We value social connections and encourage students to remain open to forming new friendships. Because we are a small school with only 2–3 teachers per grade level, our placement options are limited. If you choose to offer input, please focus on your top priority regarding your child’s unique needs or friendships.

If you have information to share, please complete the Parent Input for Class Placement Form by Friday, May 1, 2026. Your input is optional, and we ask that you do not request specific teachers or individual conferences for placement. Please submit a separate form for each child if you have multiple students. Any requests received after the deadline will not be considered. While we take your perspective into account, the final decision on class placement rests with our school team.

Thank you for your partnership and for respecting our process as we prepare for another wonderful year.

Sincerely,
Sara Harper